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Villa striker Agbonlahor confident no fallout from England withdrawal

Aston Villa striker Gabby Agbonhalor is confident of no fall-out over his England withdrawal this week.

The 24-year-old is also hoping Aston Villa boss Gerard Houllier will restore him into his preferred central striking slot rather than using him in a wide role.

Agbonlahor said: "There are a few family matters I had to deal with, but I was disappointed not to go (to Denmark).

"I spoke to them and they are fine with it so I look forward to future squads. Of course, I love playing for my country and I think if you ask any of the players who have had to pull out it is not the sort of thing you want to do.

"But unfortunately these things do happen, you just have to get on with it and report to the next squad.

"These things happen and you have to pull out, whether it is injuries or in my case family reasons, you have to pull out now and then."

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