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There are plenty of reasons to be optimistic for England in Euro 2012. They are a very well organised squad that can go far if they will play as a unit.
In recent months there have been many changes in the England squad: Steven Gerrard is back as captain, Rio Ferdinand is at home and there is a new manager, Roy Hodgson. England were unbeaten in qualifying and after the terrible performance in South Africa, everyone would have been happy with that result. There were however some worrying signs late on in the campaign as they had two draws against Montenegro and a home draw against Switzerland. Even most worrying was the defeat against Netherlands in which was clear that England were still far short of the Dutch standard.
I don't think there is any shame in saying that this time England fans are accepting that their team is not good enough the likes of Spain, Germany and Holland. There have been some generational changeovers and the Three Lions will need at least another two years before they can close this qualitative gap.
Roy Hodgson has only had few weeks to work with the squad and this means that he pretty much has a free hit at Euro 2012. If he fails, media and fans will not be able to held him responsible and they will focus mostly on the FA and John Terry. Unless Hodgson doesn't do an extraordinary terrible job than it should be able to keep his reign save from any pressure after the tournament.
The most interesting think about Hodgson is his character. He is intelligent and courteous but can also show a sharp temper. Don't expect revolutions as he has his tactical conservatism that may be positive after all for England. The star of the England squad is Wayne Rooney and his absence in the first two months is a major blow for England. Rooney is the match winner of the squad and without him in the first two matches England is under severe threat of an early elimination.
Hodgson's key player is Steven Gerrard who have to step up for his country as he has been given more and more responsibilities in this tournament. Many fans believe that he is inconsistent but this could be a benefit as for England he will only need to do six big games to help the team go far in Euro 2012.
In Poland and Ukraine he will play as a support striker and considering that Rooney is not going to be around he has a very good chance of becoming England's top scorer at Euro 2012.
If Gerrard is the star, than John Terry looks like the natural choice as England's rock. He has struggled sometimes this season but he has the right experience to leave an impact in this tournament. England can also count on some very interesting youngsters: Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is a player who can definitely make an impact at this tournament. England are struggling upfront and the decision to bring him has been spot on.
In the football betting market I don't think that England will be able to win the group but I can see that they will progress. They have the qualities to make at least the quarter finals and I will put my money on it. You will be able to see football live streaming for free if you sign up with bookmakers. About the Author

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