Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Steven Gerrard Up Against Stewart Downing For England Place Against Belarus


Gerrard is expected to play on the left side of England's midfield here, but Fabio Capello stuck Middlesbrough's Stewart Downing in that role in yesterday's final training session at the stadium.

The Liverpool captain has admitted he is worried about his place - and last night will not have helped his confidence.

Gerrard played in the centre of midfield while Gareth Barry and Frank Lampard were in the middle for the opposing team.

It will be a surprise if Wayne Bridge doesn't replace the injured Ashley Cole at left - back, although Joleon Lescott is a rival contender.

Gabriel Agbonlahor, David Wheater and Joe Hart will fly out today - barring injury - to join up with the senior squad after they all played for the Under-21s last night.

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