Tottenham defender Michael Dawson remains hopeful of a future England call.

Dawson, who is winning his battle to overcome an Achilles injury to face Portsmouth in the FA Cup semi-final this weekend, is also chasing a Champions League place with Spurs and is hoping his form will lead to an England call-up.

It means the uncapped 26-year-old is not thinking of the beach just yet.

"I've not booked my hols yet," he said.

"My wife keeps nagging me and asking me where we are going. I might not have decided yet! Even if I don't get selected for the World Cup, I'd be watching every England game anyway.

"It's a dream to play for England, I was a sub a few times but never got on the pitch. Winning an FA Cup, finishing fourth and going with England would be everything.

"People say what do I have to do - I say if I keep playing well I will have a chance."