Mumbai, June 16 -- Former Manchester United academy graduate and experienced English coach Ashley Westwood believes England have the quality to challenge at the FIFA World Cup, while identifying France as the team to beat and Japan as one of the tournament's potential dark horses.
Reflecting on the influences that shaped his coaching philosophy, Westwood credited his formative years at Manchester United for instilling the values of professionalism, discipline and a relentless desire to win.
"Coming through the Manchester United academy taught us what it takes to work hard, dedicate yourself and be professional every day. Those core beliefs have stayed with many players from that generation and continue to influence the way I approach the ...