Robson doesn't want Dyer to play for England

Last updated : 18 March 2002 By Luke Thornhill
The game, at Elland Road, is likely to be the last chance for fringe players to stake their claim for the World Cup squad.

However, Dyer is pretty much a certainty to be included and Sven Goran Erikkson is unlikely to take any risks.

"Kieron will not be ready for the game against Italy - even with two games in the Premiership under his belt," said Robson today.

"I would allow Sven to take him in the Italy squad but not to play him in the actual game.

"He won't get in the England team until he is fully fit and that is what I will tell Sven