England U21 coach Stuart Pearce has been named Great Britain's trainer for the London Olympics next year.

The former Manchester City manager will have the option to select players from England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

Pearce said: "I am extremely proud to have this opportunity and I'm very much looking forward to getting started.

"I was fortunate to be part of Euro 96, so I know how special it can be to play for your country on home soil at a major tournament.

"I'm sure this group of players will relish being part of not only a huge tournament in this country, but a unique one competing together and representing the UK."