Gareth Barry is ignoring talk of mind games ahead of England's World Cup qualifier against Croatia, instead insisting all the pressure is on Slaven Bilic's Wembley visitors. The Manchester City midfielder has rubbished suggestions of a conspiracy to injure Croatia playmaker Luka Modric, out of action with a broken leg, prior to Wednesday's game.

There will be an element of revenge for England after the defeat to Croatia in 2007, marking an end to Steve McClaren's reign and leading to Capello's appointment.

"This game is completely different to two years ago," Barry said.

"The pressure is on them. They know we can qualify on the night and the pressure is on them."

As for talk of deliberately sidelining Modric, Barry added: "We've laughed at a comment like that. It's something that doesn't go on."