WORLD CUP 2010: Adam Johnson credits Manchester City move for England elevation

25 May 2010 15:33
Adam Johnson has credited Manchester City with helping him earn his first England cap last night.   [LNB]The 22-year-old winger came on for the last six minutes of England's 3-1 friendly win over Mexico as he bids to snatch a seat on the plane to the World Cup.   [LNB]Johnson's England debut came less than six months after he moved from Middlesbrough to City in the January transfer window.   [LNB] No holding him back: Adam Johnson made his England debut against Mexico[LNB]Stiff competition: Johnson needs to edge out the likes of Joe Cole to claim a World Cup berth[LNB]'It was brilliant and I really enjoyed it,' he told City's official website. 'The last six months have been unbelievable and winning my first England cap was the proudest moment of my career.   [LNB]'I wasn't too nervous but deep down I was desperate to get on. It's what you dream of when you're a little lad and to make my debut in front of 88,000 people at Wembley is something I'll never forget.'   [LNB]Johnson faces an anxious wait to discover if he will make the 23-man squad, but is clearly still in Fabio Capello's thoughts as the manager prepares the final cuts.   [LNB]'Middlesbrough were great for me and my development, but coming to City has been fantastic,' Johnson added. 'If I'd stayed where I was I doubt I would have had this opportunity and now hopefully I can end the season by going to the World Cup.'[LNB] England 3 Mexico 1: Latin lessons for Capello as Three Lions look shakyGoalden Glen: Johnson shines for England but Fabio needs the hair-dryerWho was looking Fab? Matt Barlow's verdict on who Capello will takeSteven Gerrard has to keep a clear head for Fabio Capello   [LNB]  

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