Gabriel Agbonlahor out of England squad

11 November 2011 11:15
Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has been forced to pull out of the England squad after suffering a hamstring injury. Agbonlahor has scored five goals for Villa this season and was in line to feature in the friendlies with Spain and Sweden. While the damage is not thought to be serious, it was decided to send Agbonlahor back to Villa for further treatment, ending his chances of facing the world and European champions. Villan of the piece: Agbonlahor has returned to his club A statement released by the FA said: 'Gabriel Agbonlahor has this morning returned to Aston Villa. 'Havingbeen assessed by the England medical staff, Agbonlahor is unable to train today at Wembley and has returned to his club.'  Poppy power! Special armbands can inspire us to beat Spain, say proud England starsVilla striker Bent raring to go in 'audition' to replace Rooney for EnglandEngland stars rally behind Terry as Jones and Hart insist the captain has squad's full supportAll the latest Aston Villa news, features and opinion

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