Leighton Baines hoping Everton FC form will bring England return

14 September 2010 07:00
Leighton Baines - England 300[LNB]LEIGHTON BAINES hopes leading Everton up the Premier League table will help him reclaim his place in the England squad.[LNB]The Blues left-back was one of the stars of Saturday's stunning comeback against Manchester United as he created late goals for Tim Cahill and Mikel Arteta.[LNB]Baines hasn't featured for England since he was harshly dumped by boss Fabio Capello just before the World Cup.[LNB]The 25-year-old earned caps against Egypt and Mexico earlier this year but after being named in the provisional 30-man squad for South Africa he was a shock omission from the final 23.[LNB] Baines has put that setback firmly behind him and is focused on maintaining his good form and helping the Blues build on their 3-3 draw with United.[LNB]'I don't really know where I lie with England but I try not to worry myself too much about it as you can't do anything about it,' Baines said.[LNB]'Of course it would be good to be involved but I just try to concentrate on what I'm doing at Everton.

Source: Liverpool_Echo