FACTFILE Born: 05/08/80 Position: Defender Club: Chelsea Caps: 17 Goals: 1

Made two substitute appearances during the World Cup and, with Ashley Cole out injured, he took his chance well.

Having started life as a midfielder he is comfortable going forward and has been used in front of Arsenal's Cole by Sven-Goran Eriksson.

Left Southampton to join Chelsea in a �7m summer move in a bid to increase his international chances.

Regular Champions League football with Chelsea has helped Bridge improve his game and broaden his experience at the highest level.