Robinson best choice for England - Allardyce

22 May 2009 13:02
Blackburn goalkeeper Paul Robinson is growing in confidence as the domestic season draws to a close. That is the verdict of manager Sam Allardyce, who believes the former Tottenham shot-stopper should again become England's number one. With David James injured, Robinson is being tipped by his boss to get the nod ahead of West Ham's Robert Green for the World Cup qualifiers against Kazakhstan and Andorra next month. Allardyce said: "I would put Paul level with David James. Certainly on the consistent form he has shown over the last 10 games, he is back to where we know he should be. His confidence has returned, which is very important for any player but more so for a goalkeeper." Meanwhile, Carlisle boss Greg Abbott has negotiated a verbal agreement with Blackburn defender Tony Kane to sign a new two-year contract. The 21-year-old joined the League One outfit on-loan from Blackburn at the beginning of February, making nine appearances for the Cumbrians.

Source: Eurosport