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International Friendlies
Aug 14, 2013 at 8pm UK
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3-2
Reaction
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Rickie Lambert's parents reveal tears over England goal
The parents of England striker Rickie Lambert reveal that they were brought to tears while watching their son score on his international debut earlier this week.
Aug 16, 15:10
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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain "delighted" for Rickie Lambert
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain reveals his delight for former teammate Rickie Lambert following the Southampton striker's winning goal for England against Scotland.
Aug 15, 07:26
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Rickie Lambert: 'England winner a dream come true'
Southampton striker Rickie Lambert speaks of his delight at marking his England debut with the winning goal in the 3-2 win over Scotland on Wednesday night.
Aug 15, 06:43
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Roy Hodgson lavishes praise on Rickie Lambert
England manager Roy Hodgson hails Southampton striker Rickie Lambert following his match-winning performance against Scotland.
Aug 15, 01:10
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Gordon Strachan 'hugely disappointed' by defeat
Scotland boss Gordon Strachan expresses his disappointment following his side's defeat to England.
Aug 15, 00:53
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole takes a look back over England's 3-2 victory over rivals Scotland at Wembley.
Match Report
Rickie Lambert score the winner with his first touch for England to beat Scotland 3-2 in their friendly match at Wembley.
Live Commentary
Find out how England came from behind twice to record a 3-2 victory over Scotland at Wembley with Sports Mole's text updates.
HT Report
Theo Walcott's goal cancels out James Morrison's early strike to see England and Scotland level at the break at Wembley.
Team News
Wayne Rooney is chosen to start for England against Scotland in tonight's friendly at Wembley.
Preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to Wednesday's friendly between British rivals England and Scotland.
Form Guide
Build-up
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David Moyes happy to see Wayne Rooney start
Manchester United manager David Moyes claims he is happy to see Wayne Rooney start England's friendly with Scotland.
Aug 14, 19:43
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Ally McCoist expects Lee Wallace recall
Rangers boss Ally McCoist believes that Lee Wallace will play his way back into the Scotland squad after missing out on Wednesday's friendly against England.
Aug 14, 15:51
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England vs. Scotland: Five memorable matches
Sports Mole looks back over five of the best matches between England and Scotland.
Aug 14, 12:53
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Paul Gascoigne 'invited to attend England vs. Scotland friendly'
Paul Gascoigne is reportedly invited by the FA to attend tonight's friendly between England and Scotland at Wembley.
Aug 14, 12:12
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Michael Carrick pulls out of England squad due to eye infection
Manchester United's Michael Carrick withdraws from the England squad ahead of tonight's friendly against Scotland with an eye infection.
Aug 14, 10:49
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Steven Gerrard: 'No holding back against Scotland'
England captain Steven Gerrard warns Scotland that there will be "no holding back" during Wednesday's friendly at Wembley Stadium.
Aug 13, 18:23
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Scott Brown excited by England friendly
Scotland captain Scott Brown admits that he is relishing the prospect of leading the team out at Wembley Stadium against England on Wednesday.
Aug 13, 16:48
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Leigh Griffiths wants Scotland start
Scotland striker Leigh Griffiths is hoping that he can keep his place in the starting lineup for tomorrow's match against England.
Aug 13, 16:41
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Gordon Strachan unsure of Wayne Rooney's state of mind
Scotland boss Gordon Strachan refuses to comment on speculation linking Wayne Rooney with a move away from Manchester United this summer.
Aug 13, 14:42
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Gordon Strachan looking forward to "competitive" match
Scotland boss Gordon Strachan expects Wednesday's international friendly against England to be "competitive".
Aug 13, 14:29
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Joe Hart: 'Wayne Rooney is focused on playing Scotland'
Goalkeeper Joe Hart insists that Wayne Rooney is focused on playing in England's friendly against Scotland on Wednesday.
Aug 13, 08:34
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Tom Cleverley: 'Scotland game important test'
England midfielder Tom Cleverley predicts a fierce, keenly-contested match unlike other friendlies against Scotland tomorrow night.
Aug 13, 05:29
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Charlie Adam: 'Scotland won't be starstruck'
Stoke City midfielder Charlie Adam insists that Scotland will not be starstruck when they face old rivals England at Wembley on Wednesday.
Aug 13, 01:52
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Roy Hodgson will 'be careful with Jack Wilshere'
Roy Hodgson suggests that Jack Wilshere will not play 90 minutes for England against Scotland on Wednesday in order to protect the Arsenal midfielder's fragile fitness.
Aug 13, 00:36
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Rio Ferdinand: England team 'lacks an identity'
Former captain Rio Ferdinand accuses the England national team lacks their own recognisable style and feels that short-term success may need to be sacrificed for them to establish an identity.
Aug 13, 00:05
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Roy Hodgson backs "very helpful" international friendlies
England manager Roy Hodgson defends the decision to play an international friendly just three days before the start of a new Premier League season.
Aug 12, 20:18
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Roy Hodgson pleased with Jack Wilshere return
England manager Roy Hodgson is happy at having Jack Wilshere available for selection once again.
Aug 12, 19:26
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Manchester United's Wayne Rooney takes part in England training
Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney trains with England ahead of Wednesday's friendly against Scotland, despite concerns over his fitness.
Aug 12, 10:17
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Ashley Young withdraws from England squad for Scotland friendly
Manchester United winger Ashley Young pulls out of the England squad with an ankle injury.
Aug 11, 22:16
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David Moyes: 'Wayne Rooney fit for England but not for Manchester United'
Manchester United manager David Moyes admits that Wayne Rooney will be fit for England but not for his side this week.
Aug 11, 00:18
![England's Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring an early header against Montenegro on March 26, 2013 England's Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring an early header against Montenegro on March 26, 2013](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jack Wilshere, Wayne Rooney will feature for England
Wayne Rooney and Jack Wilshere will both feature for England against Scotland on Wednesday.
Aug 10, 23:35
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Gary Neville backs Rickie Lambert
Gary Neville is backing Rickie Lambert to take his opportunity if he makes his England debut against Scotland on Wednesday.
Aug 10, 12:36
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"No mixed emotions" for James Morrison ahead of England, Scotland clash
Darlington-born winger James Morrison insists that he has no regrets about opting to play for Scotland over his native England.
Aug 10, 11:47
![United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013 United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Wayne Rooney 'hopeful' of playing against Scotland
Striker Wayne Rooney reveals that he is 'hopeful' of featuring in England's friendly with Scotland next week.
Aug 10, 07:53