Fulham's Bobby Zamora says he intends to take his chance to impress England coach Fabio Capello against Sweden on Tuesday evening.
The 30-year-old forward has been confirmed as a starter in the international friendly at Wembley and will secure his second cap - 15 months after his first against Hungary.
Zamora missed the 2010 World Cup due to an Achilles injury, but is now aiming to force his way back into the plans of Capello in the run up to next summer's Euro 2012 finals.
He said: "Every game feels like a trial. You have got to take you chance and that's what I intend to do.
"I'm looking forward to it. I can't wait for it. There are guys vying for the same position as you.
"You have to bide your time and when you get that chance, try and impress and do my best to hang onto it.
"It's been a bit up and down with injuries but that's football, that's life.
"You work hard and take your opportunities when they come.
"To stay in the squad and to be involved in the summer is the aim."