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Crouch won't turn back on England

ESPNsoccernet staff
June 7, 2011
Peter Crouch still has international ambitions © Getty Images
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Snubbed England striker Peter Crouch insists he is not about to turn his back on his country and intends to carry on playing international football.

Crouch was unhappy at being overlooked by England boss Fabio Capello in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Switzerland and it was reported he might call time on his career with the Three Lions.

Despite an impressive record of 22 goals in 42 games, and with Wayne Rooney suspended, Crouch did not even make the bench at Wembley, with Capello favouring Fulham's Bobby Zamora over the Tottenham striker.

Crouch, 30, admits he was disappointed to be left out but said at no point will he turn his back on his country.

"Do I want to carry on playing for England? Yeah, of course. I would never give up playing for my country at any stage. It's an honour,'' Crouch said.

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