England intend to withdraw from the traditional Victory Shield tournament.

The Daily Mail says England will no longer compete in the Victory Shield as the Football Association does not believe the competition suits the needs of its young players.

Wayne Rooney, Sir Stanley Matthews, Duncan Edwards and Peter Shilton are all veterans of the long-contested Under 16 tournament between the different associations within the United Kingdom.

England are the most successful team in the history of the Victory Shield, but it has been announced that they will not be fielding a side in the competition.