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Tottenham's Townsend not up to England class - ex-Arsenal star Nicholas

Charlie Nicholas does not agree with England boss Roy Hodgson's decision to call up Andros Townsend.

?The Tottenham winger was included in the Three Lions roster for this weekend's Euro2016 qualifier against Lithuania and next week's friendly with Italy but former Arsenal forward Nicholas wonders why.

?"I don't think some of these players are playing well enough for the clubs, Townsend is an example for me," he said on Sky Sports' 'Gillette Soccer Saturday' show.

?"I am still surprised that Townsend seems to get into the team.

?"We don't talk much about him. Like last season, it was 'he is hot, he is absolutely red-hot'.

?"Now, you are lucky if you see an assist from him."?

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