England boss hails Ashley and Leighton

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England boss hails Cole and Baines

Stuart Pearce says the Chelsea left-back is the best England have ever had

Defender Ashley Cole in action for Chelsea

England boss Stuart Pearce says Chelsea's Ashley Cole is the best left-back England have ever had.

As a player, Stuart built his reputiation in the same role with his no-nonsense style.

"Ashley Cole is the best left-back that has ever played for England - that is a fact, he said.

But he said that Leighton Baines of Everton was another high-quality player who is putting pressure on Ashley for a starting place, adding: "Leighton has done extremely well."

Key Points

  • Stuart Pearce says Ashley Cole is England's best-ever left-back
  • The England manager also says Ashley is one of the stars of Stamford Bridge
  • Stuart also praises Everton's Leighton Baines