Switzerland v England : Preview

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Most of the attention in the run up to this evening's Euro 2012 qualifier against Switzerland has centered around Wayne Rooney's mental state . Whilst Rooney's mental state is in itself an absorbing topic it could lead to distraction for the players and Fabio Capello . Captain Setven Gerrard has today attempted to dispel fears that all is not well with Rooney . Gerrard said : "I haven't spoken to Wayne about his issues off the field because, to be blunt, they are nothing to do with me. "Wayne knows I'm here for him as a friend and also as a team-mate but he seems fine to me. "He trained well yesterday and wants to play. I just hope he performs to the level as on Friday when he was superb. "The team certainly need him to play at that sort of level if we are to get the three points we are after. When he is on top form, he can score and create goals and win matches on his own." It has been obvious for along time that England relied too heavily on the Manchester United striker and England's abject World Cup performance was conclusive proof of this . However both Rooney and England are likely to come out fighting when their backs are up against the wall and Rooney can lead England to victory tonight . The good news for punters is that the odds on an England victory have drifted because of the "Rooney Saga" and Evens is now available with Stan James . Just a few days ago the best price England for this game was 8/11 so grab the value and cheer Rooney on tonight ! .

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