Marek Cech's criticism of vuvuzelas

Albion and Slovakia defender Marek Cech has claimed South Africa's controversial vuvuzelas are making communication difficult at the World Cup.

The Baggies full-back has had his say on the much-talked-about horns does not want to see them spread to England.

Cech said: "I personally don't like the horns. They are too noisy. We couldn't communicate on the pitch because of them.

"We can even hear them in the hotel rooms from outside, especially if games are being played.

"This belongs to Africa so it's nice in one way but very noisy and it's not something I'd like to see in England.

"I think they should keep them in Africa."

But Cech has praised the passion of the South African public and admitted it has left its mark on the players.

He said: "It's a nice atmosphere around here. The people are lovely and kind and South Africa has really surprised me - in a good way.

"It wasn't what I expected. The people are kind, they smile and wave their flags to us.

"In every way I am surprised."

Cech's side suffered an early jolt to their campaign when they conceded a late equaliser in their opening game to a New Zealand side featuring his Hawthorns team-mate, Chris Wood.

The Slovakian said: "I wished Chris well for the next two games and that I looked forward to seeing him in Birmingham.

"We will have two more games and know that if we'd won against New Zealand it would have been easier for us.

"Now it is going to be far more difficult."