15 November 2007
VIDEO: England train ahead of Austrian trip
England trained for the first time since they joined up ahead of the games with Austria and Croatia.

Austria v England
International Friendly
8pm, Friday 16 November 2007
Ernst Happel Stadion, Vienna
Live on Sky Sports


 
Wednesday saw the England squad take part in their first training session since joining up ahead of the game with Austria on Friday and the crucial Euro 2008 Qualifier against Croatia next Wednesday.

With only Shaun Wright-Phillips and Owen Hargreaves absent as a precaution, the team were put through their paces at Arsenal’s London Colney training ground.

After firstly backing the PFA’s 'One Goal One Million' campaign before their warm-up, the players then embarked on a light jog before being given their instructions by Head Coach Steve McClaren.

A small sided exercise then ensued with the players working on various moves, routines and sequences with players such as Steven Gerrard, Peter Crouch and Joe Cole all showcasing their talent.

The squad flew out to Vienna for their friendly game with Austria on Thursday afternoon and preparations for that match and the Wembley date with Croatia on Wednesday will continue there.

See exclusive footage of England’s first training session right now and be sure to return on Friday for a second film of their preparations.