Steven Gerrard hopes England can now move on from the John Terry controversy and just focus on World Cup preparations.

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Newly appointed England’s captain inspiring Steven Gerrard believes that Fabio Capello has been successful in transforming England into a confident side who can beat any team in the world.

Speaking to News of the World, Gerrard said: “I can certainly say I experienced fear when I went out to perform. The pressure from supporters always transmitted itself on to the pitch. It’s always an honour to wear an England shirt but you only had to see some of the performances, myself included, to see it could also be a burden.”

“There was a lot of fear out there, it was difficult to play and we made hard work out of the fixtures we should have won. Fabio Capello has got rid of all that. The shackles are off and we play without fear now.”

Gerrard added: “He has given me some freedom on the left to go and express myself. He has helped me positionally and tactically too. The main thing I’ve noticed now is that when I go out there I really believe in myself. The fear has gone.”

While camparing Fabio Capello and Rafa Benitez, Gerrard said: “He was very similar to Rafa when he arrived at Liverpool. Capello is really good for players, he helps you individually”.

“He’s not the type of character who will be cracking jokes and having you in fits of laughter. But you don’t want that from the England manager, you want the best football man, the man who is going to improve both you personally and the team.

“When you listen to him talk tactics you know straight away that you’re going to be playing in a good team. Fabio is one of the best managers because he can give you that belief, which you can see in how we play for him. We’re playing some nice football, everyone is enjoying themselves and we’ve got smiles on our faces. The manager has brought that out in us.”

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Alex Ferguson said: “He got a twinge in his back this morning in training. He’d been training great with no mishaps at all. But when you get these twinges you can’t take a chance. He won’t be ready for Sunday. He’ll miss a couple of games.”

On other hand Steven Gerrard feels there is no difference between performing as a captain or as part of the starting XI.

Speaking to FIFA.com, Steven Gerrard said: “When I play for England, when I’m not captain, I still approach it exactly the same as if I am captain and I try and go out there and lead by example, so I can help my team-mates and do the right thing. So, although it is nice to be captain and it’s a privilege, you approach the game exactly the same with an armband on or off.”

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A poll coducted by Tribalfootball.com regarding who is better choice to replace John Terry for the England captaincy.

According to the poll Readers prefer Steven Gerrard for the captaincy rather than Manchester United’s Rio Ferdinand who replaced John Terry during this week.

England manager Fabio Capello stripped John Terry of the mantle after news emerged over his affair with ex-Chelsea teammate Wayne Bridge’s former girlfriend and immediately installed Ferdinand to lead England.

But tribalfootball.com readers believe Gerrard would be a better leader for the nation to compete in FIFA World Cup 2010 which kicks off in June this year.

According to Poll Steven Gerrard got 65% of votes compared with Ferdinand’s 35%.

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Steven Gerrard has been appointed England Vice Captain and Rio Ferdinand replaced John Terry as captain of England after his affair with an ex-team mate’s partner.

Its been reported that Fabio Capello held talk with John Terry earlier at Wembley after reports revealed that John Terry had been cheating on wife Toni poole with a supermodel Venessa Perroncel, ex-girlfriend of Terry’s chelsea’s ex-team mate Wayne Bridge.

Fabio Capello said: “As a captain with the team, John Terry has displayed extremely positive behaviour. However, I have to take into account other considerations and what is best for all of the England squad. What is best for all of the England team has inspired my choice. John Terry was notified first.”

Fabio added: “When I chose John Terry as captain, I also selected a vice-captain (Ferdinand) and also named a third choice. There is no reason to change this decision. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the FA, particularly Lord David Triesman and Ian Watmore for allowing me to make this decision in my own time and in the best interest of the team.”

Terry added: “I fully respect Fabio Capello’s decision. I will continue to give everything for England.”

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Ladbrokes spokesman Nick Weinberg said: “Terry’s once vice-like grip on the captaincy is weakening with every day that passes”.

William Hill have shortened their odds about Terry losing the England captaincy before the friendly against the Pharaohs from 6/4 to 6/5, but make him 8/13 to lead the side in that match.

Hills now offer 4/9 (were 4/11) that Terry will be skipper for the opening World Cup game against USA and also offer 5/2 Steven Gerard wears the armband that day, plus 16/1 for David Beckham, Rio Ferdinand and Wayne Rooney.

“Punters’ opinions seem to be moving towards a feeling that Capello will have to make some sort of gesture – if only to take the captaincy away on a short-term basis,” said Hills spokesman Graham Sharpe.

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