England confirm base for World Cup 2010

As expected, England will train at the Phokeng site, near Rustenburg, in the North-West of South Africa throughout this summer's World Cup. England coach Fabio Capello had previous voiced concern over the quality of the training pitches, but the confirmation that this will be England's base for the tournament seemingly indicates that the issues raised have now been resolved.

England's camp is an isolated location about 2.5 miles from the nearest town of Phokeng, and is the highest training ground in South Africa. This should ensure England are well prepared to play games at altitude, for the match against the USA is indeed at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Phokeng. Capello will hope that the remote location will ensure that all focus in the England team is on the matches, with no WAGs or other distractions.

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