Fabio Capello remains optimistic that England captain John Terry will recover from an injury problem in time to lead out his side for Saturday's friendly with Brazil in Doha.
The 28-year-old centre-half went over on his ankle during training and despite not rejoining the rest of the squad on Friday afternoon, he could still feature on Saturday.
England boss Capello said: "He was running on his own and twisted his ankle. I am confident he will be fit for tomorrow. The doctors think so but I won't take a risk. If he is not fit, he will not play.''
England already have a lengthy injury list for the match with squad regulars Frank Lampard, Rio Ferdinand, David Beckham, Steven Gerrard, Glen Johnson, Ashley Cole, Emile Heskey, Carlton Cole and David James all missing.
If Terry does not recover in time Capello will make Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney captain. It would be the first time the 24-year-old has done the job for England, having had only limited experience of the role with his club.
But Capello is in no doubt England's best player is the right man for the job.
"If John Terry doesn't play, it will be Wayne Rooney,'' said Capello. "He is fit and he is ready to be a captain.''
