Indeed it is clear from the very fact that he called Beckham personally that the two men enjoy a strong rapport. Capello, who coached Beckham at Real Madrid and brought him back into the side having initially frozen him out because of his impending move to LA Galaxy, said yesterday: “I spoke with him after the game on Sunday night to offer my support as did [England general manager] Franco Baldini. David is a great professional and has worked very hard to be ready for the World Cup. Missing it will be a big blow.”