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The England boss doubted the striker's world class ability before kick off.

Liverpool skipper was at fault for both goals in the loss to Uruguay to add to his list of bad memories.

What changes should England make for the road to Euro 2016 after expected World Cup exit

Italy must beat Costa Rica on Friday to give England any hope of escaping Group D.

England are on the brink of elimination in Brazil after Thursday's defeat.

Luis Suarez brace leaves England needing a mathematical miracle to remain in the competition.

Live coverage of day eight at the World Cup including England's second group match against Uruguay

The Arsenal midfielder is still not ready after suffering medial ligament damage.

Paul Scholes sings Wayne Rooney's praises after striker took exception to ex-team-mate's comments.

England host Sri Lanka for the second test at Headingley. Find out how to follow the game live.

Where should Roy Hodgson play Manchester United striker in crunch Group D game? [POLL]

England face Uruguay in Group D clash of the 2014 World Cup on Thursday. Find out how to follow the game live in the UK.

The England coach agrees that there is an 'obsession' over the Manchester United striker.

ONS house price index peaks in April 2014 as market heats up further.

English fans spent £3.78m in Brazil last week, up 83% from last year and 46% from the preceding week, says Visa Europe.

The Liverpool striker believes he is fully recovered from surgery last month ahead of Thursday's clash

Wickets from Anderson and Broad ensured a thrilling final day unfolded in the first Test.

Rooney could be handed a role through the middle against Uruguay.

He says the Liverpool star was the player who impressed him most last season

Tweeting reached peak after Daniel Sturridge's first-half equaliser, with 219,637 tweets sent per minute globally.

Live coverage of day three of the World Cup including England's opening match against Italy

England take on Italy in Group D 2014 World Cup fixture on Saturday. Find out how to follow game live in UK.

Three second half tries secure the series against England

Yorkshire's Joe Root continues rich form at Lords with 200 against Sri Lanka

Former England and Liverpool defender says it is in English players' hands to make the public 'dance around living rooms'.

World Cup officials in desperate bid to ready Arena Amazonia pitch for arrival of Roy Hodgson's team and 2006 champions

However, bookies aren't so positive on the nation's prospects.

Brazil to crumble? England to flop? Five decisive matches from the World Cup group stage.

England coach photographed with sheet suggesting Roy Hodgson favours 'high-tempo' approach.

He also would use Ross Barkley rather than Henderson or Wilshere in the midfield.