Shola is in the latest England U-21 squad.

"Wilkinson has included three new caps in the squad; Tottenham defender Alton Thelwell, Manchester United midfielder Mark Wilson and Newcastle striker Shola Ameobi.

Nigerian-born Ameobi has had a run in the Newcastle side since Alan Shearer was side-lined through injury."

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001

Answers

Unless he decides not to accept the offer?

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001

Surely the FA would have checked with him first? Perhaps not, as they were stupid enough to appoint Howard Wilkinson!

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001

The Nigerians are still hoping that he won't actually play in the game, meaning that he would still be elligable

Also pleased to see Griff in the Under 21s, he's certainly going to play in the game on Tuesday night. It is on Sky Sports isn't it?

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001

As far as I know U21 matches are not official matches so they doesnt count. So if he plays he could still choose Nigiria....

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001

It's also a friendly which could also come into it.

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001

Hey Vatos, I heard that Newcastle are sending a scout to Ireland next week to watch an under 21 year old Danish lad. Any ideas?

-- Anonymous, February 23, 2001