New England boss Sam Allardyce: I can turn things around

New England manager Sam Allardyce believes he is the right man for the job, ten years after being turned down by the Football Association.

Allardyce says he can get more out of the England squad than his predecessor, Roy Hodgson, as the new boss focuses on his ability to improve the players available.

"The potential is exceptionally good and I hope the bitter experience in the Euros has given them a huge amount of experience," Allardyce explained.

“I can turn things around pretty quickly and I can create a successful journey."

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney's international career has been debated heavily, with Allardyce saying it is "too early" to decide whether he will carry on as captain.

"I'm going to leave that until I meet all the players and get all the staff together."

The new manager says he will have an office at the St George's Park training base where he will work with coaches.

Allardyce also confirmed Sammy Lee, who worked with the new England boss at Bolton, has joined his backroom staff.

“It’s very important that I base myself here.

“Sammy [Lee] is joining me for the second time, which is pleasing for me,” Allardyce explained.

Other coaches will join the set-up in the coming weeks, with the likes of Phil Brown and Paul Clement being linked to positions within the national team.

Having been turned down for the role a decade ago, Allardyce believes he fits the bill.

"I think that it was 10 years since I was last interviewed and to sit here is a huge thrill for me. I think I fit the chair, I hope I do.

"I think I've got the experience to challenge the England team and challenge myself. Managing five Premier League teams has given me huge experience."

The former West Ham manager, explained he wants to have a flexible side, allowing England to play a number of styles.

"I think that choosing styles or systems depends on the players available and then who we're playing.

"My coaching technique is to try and give the players the opportunity to win a football match wherever they are playing, be it home or away. And to make them aware of the opposition, which may change the style of how we play."

Allardyce also said it was important he and the players enjoy representing their country, describing the England job as the "pinnacle" of his career.

"I think the bonding of the team is exceptionally important and trying to create a good team spirit. And have some fun, the game of football is to be enjoyed and I've enjoyed my life in the game for many years," he said.

Understandably, Allardyce was very happy to accept the role offered to him, ten years after being rejected for the position.

“The overwhelming support from all areas.That gives me a very warm feeling about taking this position. I am very proud to take this position today.

"So as the pinnacle of my career, which this job is, I want to enjoy this the most. So I can only do that with everybody who works for me and works around me."