BOSS: ENGLAND GLORY IN GERRARD'S GRASP

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Rafa Benitez believes Steven Gerrard can inspire England to a major trophy in the coming years - just as he has for Liverpool on countless occasions.
The Reds captain spoke earlier this week about his desire to transfer his club form onto the international stage.
  
However, Benitez thinks Gerrard is too hard on himself.
  
The boss even backed his number eight to one day replicate his Istanbul or Cardiff antics while wearing the three lions of England.
  
"He is playing well for England," Benitez told Liverpoolfc.tv. "With England, people sometimes expect every game to be fantastic and a win, so it's not always easy.
  
"I don't think he has anything to prove to anyone. Everyone knows the quality he has."
  
Asked if Gerrard could one day help England to a major trophy, Benitez added: "I wouldn't be surprised.
  
"Fabio Capello is doing a good job and the team has more confidence. They are in a very good position in this group stage, so why not? They have enough quality in the squad." [/td][/tr]