Could Hodgson be set to bring JT back?

Since retiring from international football in September, pundits and fans alike have called for England boss Roy Hodgson to pick up the phone and see if he can tempt Chelsea star John Terry out of international retirement ahead of the 2014 World Cup.

But will Hodgson try and tempt the 78 time capped defender out of retirement? All signs at the moment suggest not. Hodgson only yesterday said there would be no surprises in his selection for the World Cup in Brazil.

Hodgson defended the current centre-back pairing of Phil Jagielka and Gary Cahill. The pair started the crucial final games together in the qualifying period after Terry's retirement, however they did endure some fierce criticism from fans despite England going onto qualify by finishing top of a difficult group.

Against Poland, despite winning 2-0, England's back line were caught all too often on the break. If Robert Lewandoski was in his usual form then there is no doubt that the game wouldn't have finished so comfortably for the Three Lions.

Hodgson has said he has no intention on picking up the phone and calling Terry. He has faith in his current centre-backs and that must be applauded. He believes in them and he urges the fans to believe in them as well. Hodgson knows that going back to England's old boys at each tournament could only see a return to their usual failings.

It wouldn't be the first time England have turned to a retired international for the tournament should Hodgson make the call. In 2010, former England Manager Fabio Capello called upon Jamie Carragher to join the squad despite not playing a single minute during the qualifiers. Carragher found himself thrust into the major tournament and he suffered, England suffered and another miserable campaign come and went.

There are two sides to every argument and these two arguments are very good. Firstly, it wouldn't be fair on Cahill and Jagielka if they missed out on the World Cup because Terry was recalled just for the tournament. The centre-backs have been reliable if nothing more, and Hodgson should remember that when it comes to naming his 23 man squad.

Of course there is a flip side to this, Jagielka and Cahill have been caught out in the qualifiers a few times, thankfully not causing any real disasters, however against the likes of Spain, Brazil, Germany and Holland you have to wonder if they are competent enough to do a solid job.

Calling on Terry would mean experience, it would mean a leader, it would mean a commanding centre-back who has proven against the worlds best he can do a fine job. The Chelsea man though has been troubled of late with injury problems which are likely to do his cause no good.

I think it is time England left behind some of the old guard that they rely on time and time again and fail with. This is the chance of Jagielka and Cahill, they need time to grow and blossom into England's centre back pairing for the next four years.

'No surprises' insists Hodgson

After back to back defeats at Wembley for the first time in 36 years, many England fans wouldn't have been filled with too much confidence ahead of the World Cup in Brazil next summer, however England boss Roy Hodgson today insisted 'what you saw is what you will get'.

Hodgson effectively used two different sides against Chile and Germany last week, however a lack of attacking prowess and still some defensive frailties were again highlighted as the Three Lions laboured to two very disappointing defeats.

The 2-0 defeat against Chile last Friday was harsh, England dominated, they played some neat football, however a lack of striking instinct cost them. Germany was a different story, the visitors dominated and outclassed Hodgson's men. Thankfully Hodgson had Joe Hart in goal who was ready to show the world and his Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini just how good he really was.

Despite those defeats, Hodgson has said today he will stick by the players that got England to the finals in Brazil. It will be music to the ears of both Gary Cahill and Phil Jagielka who have come under scrutiny of late, with several pundits and supporters calling for the recall of Chelsea defender John Terry who retired from International football last year.

It will also be music to the ears of Southampton trio Rickie Lambert, Adam Lallana and Jay Rodriguez who Hodgson admitted had forced their way into his plans after impressing in the friendlies.

The news will not have been so pleasing for the likes of Andy Carroll who has not played for England for almost a year after struggling with injury problems. The West Ham striker will have limited time to impress Hodgson and prove he is worthy of a spot on the plane.

Roberto Martinez shared his wisdom this week when he told Everton midfielder Ross Barkley to forget about playing at the World Cup but rather spend his time on concentrating on his club form which has been impressive so far, helping him earn his three England caps.

Martinez warned: "We all know in football a week can be an eternity so next summer is a long way to worry about." The Everton boss is right and the emergence of Barkley and Townsend are proof of it. Needing to win their final two group games, Hodgson turned to Barkley and Tottenham winger Andros Townsend and it worked a treat despite having very little Premier League experience.

With just 26% of players in the Premier League being English, the England job is tough. Hodgson says he wont surprise and we shouldn't be expecting to see another young starlet propelled into the England limelight for Brazil, but you just never know.

It seems Hodgson will go with the tried and tested in Brazil, however, we want to know if you could pick one player to go as part of the England squad next summer who hasn't featured as of yet then who would it be?