Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Cole targets last shot at World Cup glory


Ashley Cole believes the 2010 World Cup in South Africa represents the last chance for his generation of England stars to win a major international tournament.

Fabio Capello's side can book their place in next year's finals with a victory over Croatia at Wembley on September 9 and Chelsea left-back Cole is well aware that for players of his age there might not be another chance to shine in the World Cup.

Cole, 28, and the likes of John Terry, Frank Lampard, David Beckham and Rio Ferdinand are all in the latter stages of their careers, leaving South Africa as their final shot at ending England's wait to win the tournament for the first time since 1966.

"We've all grown up. We've started to realise that this World Cup finals could be our last tournament," Cole said. Click to read more...

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