"The opposition wouldn't want to see Michael coming on because he can give them different problems than Heskey, Rooney or Crouch. I'm very surprised he is not even in the squad."
But Hoddle has welcomed reports that Capello is set to partner Frank Lampard and Steven Gerrard in midfield.
The 50-year-old said: "If they can finally play well together for their country we can take the England team up a few levels. I think we're missing out if we don't use that strength."
