RUSSIA'S THREE TO FEAR
Aleksandr Kerzhakov: His speed and goal threat will be a serious test for the defensive partnership of Rio Ferdinand and Sol Campbell. Hiddink boobed big-time in not starting the Sevilla striker at Wembley. He will not make the same mistake twice.
Andrei Arshavin: The Zenit St Petersburg playmaker was Russia's big threat at Wembley, especially when he dropped into the hole to pick up the ball. When he does the same tonight Gareth Barry must be there to sit on him. If Barry can help push Arshavin deeper, then it will mean England have established a grip on the game.
Vasily Berezutsky: Was completely monstered by Emile Heskey at Wembley. Tonight Wayne Rooney must try to destroy him in a very different way. Rooney can expect a physical battering, yet if he keeps his head there should be plenty of opportunities to twist the knife.
(Daily Mirror)
Aleksandr Kerzhakov: His speed and goal threat will be a serious test for the defensive partnership of Rio Ferdinand and Sol Campbell. Hiddink boobed big-time in not starting the Sevilla striker at Wembley. He will not make the same mistake twice.
Andrei Arshavin: The Zenit St Petersburg playmaker was Russia's big threat at Wembley, especially when he dropped into the hole to pick up the ball. When he does the same tonight Gareth Barry must be there to sit on him. If Barry can help push Arshavin deeper, then it will mean England have established a grip on the game.
Vasily Berezutsky: Was completely monstered by Emile Heskey at Wembley. Tonight Wayne Rooney must try to destroy him in a very different way. Rooney can expect a physical battering, yet if he keeps his head there should be plenty of opportunities to twist the knife.
(Daily Mirror)