England are set to be without Darren Bent and Micah Richards for their Euro 2012 qualifying fixtures against Wales on Tuesday, but in-form striker Wayne Rooney has shaken off a knock and should play.

The Manchester United forward has started the 2011-12 season at a blistering pace, and despite scoring twice against Bulgaria on Friday, picked up a slight injury.

However, manager Fabio Capello has confirmed that the hitman should be fit and able to play at Wembley against the Welsh side.

“Rooney has a problem with his foot but I think he should be okay for Tuesday. It’s a different part of his foot. His big toe. It’s nothing, I think but we will have to wait for a minimum of 24 hours,” the Italian coach told Sky Sports.

Rooney confirmed his availability also after seeking medical advice from England’s physio.

“I landed on it in the second half. The physio has looked at it and said it’s fine,” he told The Sun.

No such luck has favoured Richards or Bent, who have both been sent back to their clubs after being determined as not able to feature on Tuesday.

Aston Villa attacker Bent has a groin problem that meant he struggled to train ahead of the game, and director of football development Sir Trevor Brooking has confirmed that the striker has returned to the Midlands club.

Richards has also returned to Eastlands, as he is suffering from a hamstring injury. Chris Smalling is expected to continue at right-back for The Three Lions, with Phil Jagielka offering cover if needed.

Meanwhile, Frank Lampard may be in line for a starting place in the centre of midfield after watching the Bulgaria game from the bench. Gareth Barry and Scott Parker were given the nod over the 33-year-old on Friday, but with both one booking away from suspension, Fabio Capello is set to turn to the Stamford Bridge man.