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We must keep up the winning habit - Parker

ESPNsoccernet staff
October 5, 2011
Scott Parker impressed against Bulgaria and Wales © PA Photos
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Scott Parker insists England will be gunning for victory in their Euro 2012 qualifier against Montenegro on Friday, despite requiring just a point to book a place at next summer's finals in Poland and Ukraine.

England head to Podgorica having won all three away games in Group G and Tottenham midfielder Parker wants to maintain the Three Lions' 100% record on the road to finish the qualification campaign in style.

"The fact we only need a point doesn't change our approach one bit,'' Parker said. "Whenever we play for England we want three points. I don't think Friday is any different. We are going there to win and qualify for the championships.''

Parker is expected to start in a defensive midfield role against Montenegro and there is an added incentive to seal qualification, having never played in a major tournament almost eight years after his debut.

"It would be massive for me to qualify,'' the former West Ham player said. "It is a great honour for me to represent my country and I probably speak for everyone in the squad when I say it would be a proud moment if we do manage to qualify.

"I have always said how many good midfield players we have. It is the manager's decision and I am sure he will put a side out there he feels is best equipped to win on Friday.''

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