Walcott: I'm disappointed, but would like to wish the team well
Striker Theo Walcott, who hasn't been included in manager Fabio Capello's final 23-man squad for the World Cup, has said that although he's disappointed with the Italian's decision, he'd like to wish the England squad well.
The 21-year-old's season has been blighted by an injury ironically suffered during international duty, and has played the World Cup friendly matches under Capello, but has failed to make the final grade.
That leaves Rooney, Peter Crouch, Emile Heskey and Jermain Defoe as England's orthodox striking options.
Walcott's omission is being viewed in a positive light by many Arsenal fans, most saying that it will give the youngster a chance to recharge his batteries and be fit for next season.
Walcott said: "I am very disappointed not to be included in the squad going out to South Africa, but completely respect Mr Capello's decision.
"I would like to wish the team the best of luck and hope they have a really successful tournament."
The full England squad for South Africa are as follows:
Goalkeepers
Joe Hart, David James, Robert Green
Defenders
Jamie Carragher, Ashley Cole, Rio Ferdinand, Glen Johnson, Ledley King, John Terry, Matthew Upson, Stephen Warnock
Midfielders
Gareth Barry, Michael Carrick, Joe Cole, Steven Gerrard, Frank Lampard, Aaron Lennon, James Milner, Shaun Wright-Phillips
Strikers
Peter Crouch, Jermain Defoe, Emile Heskey, Wayne Rooney
England's campaign begins on 12th June with their Group C opener against USA before further encounters with Slovenia and Algeria.
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I am very disappointed not to be included in the squad going out to South Africa, but completely respect Mr Capello's decision.
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