Jones backs England to make impact

10 November 2011 16:17

Phil Jones insists England can make a big impact at Euro 2012.

Manchester United defender Jones is one of the youngsters upon whom manager Fabio Capello is pinning his hopes for England to shrug off the weariness that prevented them from showing their true colours at the World Cup in South Africa.

"I don't see why we can't surprise a few people next summer," he said. "We have a great squad, with a great mentality. I am sure we can go there with a great chance of getting to the final stages, if not going all the way."

Not that Jones is dismissing the opposition.

Both Spain and Germany have proved themselves to be a class apart over the past few years, while there will be plenty of others who have at least an equal chance of being crowned kings of Europe.

"A lot of the teams have got better and stronger as the years have gone by," he said.

"But we are still a fantastic team. We have great quality in our side and are able to compete with the best."

Source: PA