i feel like capello is trying to explode the media/fan pressure by doing things "his way." mclaren did that too, though, and it didn't really work.
however, i think that certain sides--england and spain in particular--have deep psychological problems stemming from the unrealistic expectations of fans and immense second-guessing pressure of the media. i applaud attempts to explode that, but not by making silly decisions.
i'd agree on starting joe cole, and think it's time to declare the hesky experiment a bust. i'm not a crouch guy, but i think you've got to start him next match, if for no other reason than to give the impression you're being flexible and looking for solutions.