The Football Association have confirmed that Fabio Capello will remain as manager of the English football team.
Capello has two years left to run on his current contract, but there was speculation that he may be forced out of the job after the England team’s poor performance at the World Cup in South Africa, which saw them knocked out in the second round after a 4-1 defeat to Germany.
Capello stated his desire to remain in the job immediately following England’s exit and the decision to keep him on was taken on Friday following a meeting of the four-man Club England board, who unanimously decided to keep faith with the Italian.
“We remain convinced that Fabio is the best man for the job,” Club England chairman Sir Dave Richards said.
Following the announcement, Capello said he was happy the matter was resolved and spoke of his determination to succeed in the future.
“Sir Dave Richards has called me to tell me everyone at The FA wants me to continue,” said Capello.
“I am more determined than ever to succeed with the England team. I explained it is very important we use the disappointment as a motivation in the futureâ€.
“I can assure the fans I am now fully focused on our European qualifying fixtures, starting with the friendly against Hungary in August,” he added.
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