McClaren rocked by criticism - Venables

Terry Venables insists Steve McClaren has earned the right to remain as England coach even if his side fail to qualify for Euro 2008.

Assistant boss Venables claims the former Middlesbrough manager has been “rocked by the criticism” after defeat in Russia left England relying on Israel avoiding defeat against Guus Hiddink’s side to keep the dream alive of competing in Austria and Switzerland.