The road to South Africa is over. Now the business starts

England and many other European countries have booked their BA flight to the south of Africa, but who to put on that plane? England especially have some dilemmas as far as selection is concerned. The main areas which force me to thnk in-depth are upfront and that troublesome left-wing.
I'll start with the left side of midfield, as it'll be quicker than the forwards. Capello has consented to place Gerrard in the position, giving him freedom to cut in. To me, that's not a good idea against top sides. I feel you need two proper wingers, as it keeps the 4-4-2 shape, and is less predictable than a centre-mid playing out wide, whom they know is going to cut in most of the time. You need someone like a Joe Cole occupying that left-wing, who can occasionally cut in and cause some problems. So, I've established that England need a proper winger on the wing. Now, who of three players I feel are good enough are actually going to be playing come summer 2010?
Those three players are; James Milner, Ashley Young and Joe Cole. Notice I haven't included Shaun Wright-Phillips. My reason is what I saw yesterday against Belarus. He was frustrated and failed to make an impact, although it wasn't really his fault. He's a very dangerous player on the right, but I don't think he'll make it, simply because of the competition on that right flank. Anyway, back to my shortlist of left-wingers.
James Milner. He's young, 23, and has great pace in addition to quick feet. He predominantly plays on the left, but can also play left back and right wing. That will bode him well, and I firmly expect him to be on that plane, sipping champagne whilst enjoying first-class luxuries, which I haven't experienced. I dare say I ever will! But I think he'll back-up because of his lack of experience, and may come on in the second-half if England are struggling. Come next World Cup however, I can see him starting most matches if he keeps improving and playing well.
Next up, Ashley Young. He's been in and out of the team and hasn't played well enough in the white shirt to merit a place in the squad. However, if he plays how he played last season then he's got a chance. He's got a 50/50 chance of making it to Africa.
Finally Joe Cole. If he can successfully come back from injury, then he's the man for England. He's got that experience at the top level, and plays with top quality players week in week out. I feel he is the best left-wing player, and must start in South Africa.