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Blackburn keeper to stay internationally retired

Blackburn keeper to stay internationally retired


Blackburn goalkeeper Paul Robinson has no plans to return to international football with England, despite Fabio Capello stepping down as the national team coach. Robinson ruled himself out of England recognition in August 2010.

After becoming frustrated at losing his place in the first team to the likes of Joe Hart, Robinson gave up on an international return.


Recently, some good performances have seen many request a return to the international fold for the former Tottenham shot stopper.


But Robinson has no plans for an international return yet: 


"I'm just focusing on keeping Blackburn in the Premier League. Being away from England has definitely helped. It has helped me as a person and as a player.


"I've been out of that for a while now and it has helped me enjoy my football. I love playing my football here. I love being part of the team and the club's set-up and there is nothing to change at the moment.


"There is nothing else to worry about. That is the main reason I retired from international football. I can recharge the batteries more.


"I'm 32 and feel I can benefit more from staying with my own team, working on my own game and maybe having a rest when needed rather than training every day and having to sit and watch a game that I am not involved in."