The English Football Association announced on Thursday that they have approved the appointment of Fabio Capello as the Three Lions' new manager. "The FA Board has also today approved Capello's appointment as England Manager subject to the successful conclusion of these contract negotiations," director of communications Adrian Bevington said on the FA website. "I want to stress that there are no problems and that we are going through the necessary process to reach a successful conclusion. "Understandably, at this time, we are unable to confirm any media activity that may take place. We will provide an update tomorrow." The 61-year-old will succeed Steve McClaren, who was sacked following England's failure to reach Euro 2008 in Switzerland and Austria. It will be the first time for Capello to lead a national team. England will rely on the experienced tactician to help them regain their competitiveness in major competitions. Although England are regarded as the home of football, their only achievement came in 1966 when they won the World Cup on home soil. Capello proved to be a huge success with Roma, Juventus, Milan and Real Madrid. He won the league title with every team he managed. England Challenge for Capello
