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Chris Smalling eager to prove doubters wrong at Euro 2016

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England defender Chris Smalling hopes to prove the team's defensive doubters wrong at Euro 2016 this summer.

England defender Chris Smalling has said that he is keen to disprove concerns over the team's defensive capabilities at Euro 2016.

Smalling is one of only three specialist central defenders in the 23-man squad for this summer's tournament, with the defence regarded by many to be the weakest point of the England team.

Manager Roy Hodgson has admitted that his side will be best suited playing to their attacking strengths, but Smalling believes that the team can prove their defensive doubters wrong.

"I think if anything it just gives you another challenge just to prove people [wrong]," he told reporters.

"There is always doubts, whether it's with England or whether it's with your club form. It's just one of those that there is someone else that can come in and do a job better, say me or someone else.

"I think it's just a time to stand up and be counted, and show everyone that you're good enough - more than good enough - to do that job."

England begin their campaign against Russia in Marseille on Saturday.

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