Big Sam gives backing to Robbo

10 February 2009 09:38
The former Spurs and Leeds goalkeeper has won 41 caps for his county, but has not been a regular since his howler in England's 2-0 away defeat to Croatia in 2006.[LNB]Robinson is only 29 and Allardyce sees no reason why the experienced shot-stopper cannot regain England's number one jersey under Fabio Capello.[LNB]However, with Blackburn currently entrenched in a battle to preserve their Premier League status Allardyce wants Robinson to focus on Rovers first.[LNB]"You don't play 41 times for England and command a place at a club challenging the top four without being a very good goalkeeper," said Allardyce.[LNB]"I don't think he got much help when thing started to go wayward for him. From my point of view, it's about eradicating those memories and making sure he comes out a better 'keeper.[LNB]"He should be thinking about getting his England place back as quickly as he can - although his focus needs to be on Blackburn."[LNB][LNB] Prem Relegation 2008/09 Win Outright: Blackburn 4/1[LNB] 

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