Newcastle and England legend Alan Shearer says Fabio Capello is the Three Lions' last hope.
He said: "I am optimistic. If he doesn't bring success to England then probably the players aren't as good as we think they are.
"I still believe they are good players and they will go on to be successful. He's the man to lead us."
Shearer also insists Michael Owen still has a part to play despite being left on the sidelines for Capello's first match against Switzerland.
He added: "Every top player will have had a setback and Michael will get back and score goals."