• Premier League

Henderson 'not intimidated' by England stars

ESPNsoccernet staff
November 15, 2010
Jordan Henderson 'not intimidated'

Sunderland midfielder Jordan Henderson hopes his starring role in the 3-0 win over Chelsea will help him secure a chance to show what he can do for England when they face France on Wednesday.

Henderson, 20, received his maiden call-up to Fabio Capello's senior squad on Saturday night, before Sunderland's shock win at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. And now, after watching training on Monday morning, he hopes to be involved at Wembley.

"I didn't train because I've been doing recovery but I watched a bit and it looked very good,'' he said. "I don't think I'll be intimidated. I'll give players respect and go out and prove to people what I can do.

"I spoke to [Sunderland team-mate] Darren Bent a little bit, he told me what to expect. I'm really looking forward to it, I'll train well and hopefully get a chance to play.

"It's a great opportunity for me and a few of the younger lads to show what we can do. I'll do everything to try and take that chance. You want to play for your country and I'll be doing everything I can to get another call-up.''

Henderson found out about his selection on the eve of his club's stunning win at the home of the champions and he admitted it had given him a pre-match boost.

He added: "In my mind I was concentrating on the Chelsea game. I got the text on the night and I was over the moon. It gave me a boost, more confidence. Before the game I needed to concentrate on Chelsea and make sure I worked hard.''

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