Source: Liverpool_Echo
Liverpool FC captain Steven Gerrard tells of England World Cup captain pride
Steven Gerrard[LNB]STEVEN GERRARD today spoke of his enormous pride and satisfaction as he prepares to lead England into World Cup battle.[LNB]Gerrard will become the first Liverpool player to captain England at a World Cup when Fabio Capello's squad kick-off their Group C campaign with a clash against the USA in Rustenberg tonight.[LNB]Only three other Reds - Glen Hysen with Sweden in 1990 and the Scots Graeme Souness (1982) and Tommy Younger (1958) have fulfilled similar roles at previous tournaments, while Javier Mascherano will also join that elite group when he leads Argentina out this afternoon - and Gerrard is aware of the responsibility on his shoulders.[LNB]For that reason, all his energies are being channelled into making a success of the job but, ahead of the clash at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium, Gerrard has taken time to thank the people at Anfield who have provided guidance throughout his career.[LNB] Now Gerrard - who will win his 81st cap this evening - is determined to repay the faith that has been bestowed in him by playing a starring role, as he attempts to make a childhood dream come true.
