• Fabio Capello says Barry is fit for Cape Town • 'Gareth will play this Friday' says England coach

The England manager Fabio Capello has confirmed that Gareth Barry will start Friday's World Cup match against Algeria in Cape Town.

The midfielder has regained full fitness after suffering an ankle injury against Tottenham Hotspur in early May.

"Gareth will play this Friday. He is OK, there is no problem," said Capello. "He has trained very well and he is fit."

The Manchester City player is expected to play in a holding role after missing the 1-1 draw with the USA.