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Ferdinand out of England friendly

Published: 25 Feb 2010 - 10:03:45

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England captain Rio Ferdinand will miss next Wednesday's friendly against Egypt because of a back problem.The Manchester United defender had already been ruled out of Sunday's Carling Cup final at Wembley against Aston Villa because of the same injury. "He won't be fit for the England game but we don't think it is too serious," said United manager Sir Alex Ferguson. Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard is now favourite to wear the skipper's armband at Wembley. Ferdinand, 31, had been expect.... read more