Carson leaves England squad after family death

Carson leaves England squad after family death

Published Sep. 3, 2010 3:55 p.m. ET

Goalkeeper Scott Carson has been released from the England squad for the start of qualifying for the 2012 European Championship following a family death.

The English Football Association did not disclose details about the death.

Joe Hart has emerged as coach Fabio Capello's first-choice goalkeeper, with Birmingham's Ben Foster as backup.

England's qualification campaign begins on Friday against Bulgaria at Wembley Stadium, followed by an away match against Switzerland on Tuesday.

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