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MEET THE TEAM

Bryan Robson

Bryan Robson - Captain, Midfielder

Captain Marvel was an inspiration to millions of young players as he led England and Man United in the 1980s. Despite a string of injuries, Robson won 90 caps, scoring 26 goals. His managerial career included stints at Middlesbrough and Sheffield United.

    Ray Parlour

    Ray Parlour - Midfielder

    A vital piston in the England engine room, The Romford Pele continues to make a Herculean contribution to the Legends cause. The midfielder was a wounded lion after the game against Germany. He has promised to end 2008 on a high, Ireland beware.

      Paul Merson

      Paul Merson - Forward

      The Magic Man has emerged as the player of The 2008 Legends Series so far. Having lost none of his touch and vision, this Arsenal, Villa, Middlesbrough and Pompey greatwill be looking to pull England’s strings once again.

        Nigel Winterburn

        Nigel Winterburn - Defender

        Winterburn missed the game against Germany and it showed. Part of the defence that kept out Scotland, Winterburn’s absence was part of the reason England went down so heavily against the Germans. Can call on experience of 440 Arsenal appearances.

          Chris Woods

          Chris Woods - Goalkeeper

          In an age where England could boast some of the top keepers in the world, Woods still managed to win 46 caps despite the presence of Shilton and Clemence. A stalwart for Norwich, Woods’ career really took off when he joined Graeme Souness’ revolution at Rangers.

            Lee Sharpe

            Lee Sharpe - Forward

            Manchester United's flying winger won a Cup Winners' Cup medal at Old Trafford before moving on to Leeds for £4.5m in 1996. Sharpe won eight caps for England and since retiring has carved out a career for himself as a pundit and also a star of reality TV.

              Des Walker Legends

              Des Walker - Defender

              The classy centre back made his name at Nottingham Forest under Brian Clough. After a brief spell in Italy with Sampdoria, he went on to play over 300 times for Sheffield Wednesday. He spent five year in the England squad, winning 59 caps.

                Steve Hodge Legends

                Steve Hodge - Midfielder

                A member of England's 1986 World Cup side, Hodge began his career at Nottingham Forest. After moving to Aston Villa and Spurs, Hodge moved back to Forest where he won the League Cup twice and then picked up a League Championship medal at Leeds.

                  David Platt England legends

                  David Platt - Midfielder

                  The former Crewe midfielder experienced highs at Villa, Bari, Juventus and Arsenal but it was Italia ’90 and that goal against Belgium that saw Platt in his pomp. He joins the Legends for the first time on Thursday, Ireland beware.

                    Stan Collymore England legends

                    Stan Collymore - Striker

                    One of English football’s most charistmatic products, Collymore was at one time the domestic games most potent forces. A favourite at Forest, Liverpool and Villa, he has proved equally adept for the Legends

                      Andy Sinton England legends

                      Andy Sinton - Midfielder

                      A favourite of QPR, Sheffield Wednesday, Spurs and Wolves, Sinton won 12 caps for his country. He was a £2.75m club record signing for Wednesday and a League Cup winner at Spurs.

                        Teddy Sheringham Soccer Aid

                        Teddy Sheringham - Striker

                        Champions League winner, three-time Premier League winner, FA Cup winner, Euro ’96 hero, PFA Player of Year, there is little Teddy Sheringham didn't achieve in his long career

                          Paul Walsh Legends

                          Paul Walsh - Forward

                          After making his name at Luton, Walsh was signed by Liverpool manager Joe Fagan and he went on to win the League Championship. After a stay at Spurs, Walsh moved to Portsmouth where he was an instant hit with fans. Made five England appearances, scoring once.

                            Mark Wright

                            Mark Wright - Defender

                            Revered at Derby, Southampton and Liverpool, Wright was one for important goals. England were struggling during the group stages of the 1990 World Cup having drawn their opening two games. Step forward Wright for a crucial header against Egypt. You know the rest.

                              Dave Beasant

                              Dave Beasant - Goalkeeper

                              The first goalkeeper in FA Cup Final history to save a penalty in 1988, Beasant was also the first keeper to captain his side in final. He made an incredible 774 league appearances for Newcastle, Chelsea, Southampton, Forest and, of course, Wimbledon.

                                Graeme Le Saux

                                Graeme Le Saux - Defender

                                One of the fittest Legends players, Le Saux has lost none of his enthusiasm for the game. A Premiership title winner with Blackburn, Le Saux was also a Chelsea favourite. He made 403 top flight appearances and 36 for England, including a great goal against Brazil.