England manager Fabio Capello has revealed that his players have begun light training ahead of the 2012 European Championships, which kicks off in just 4 years time.

Speaking from outside the FA headquarters, the Italian insisted that his players were ready to face anybody - even the star-studded team of Trinidad and Tobago.

"Preparation for the championships has started well," said Capello.

"Obviously with the last manager failing to get us to this year's tournament, we now have a lot of time to practice".

Another advantage of missing out on this year's competition is that England will be much fresher than the other teams by 2012.

However, England's injury list is growing, with Manchester United right-back Gary Neville at least three years from fitness.

Meanwhile, former England captain David Beckham says England will be ready this weekend in four years time. "The fact that we didn't qualify this year doesn't mean we're not good enough to win the competition...it just means we're not good enough to qualify for it", said Beckham.

"I am convinced we can win it in 2012...if we qualify that is".