England U21 boss Stuart Pearce admits he's been blocked from playing Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck in their decisive clash with Norway tonight.

Pearce revealed a chat with Ferguson ended those plans.

The England Under-21 manager told Sky Sports News: "I spoke to Sir Alex straight after the (Iceland) game.

"He had concerns about Danny travelling back from Montenegro (with England's senior side) and then getting on a plane to Oslo.

"I quite understood that but I had to make the call because I've only got one striker in the squad.

"I had a decent chat with him and moved on from there. I quite understand his position."