England boss Fabio Capello was delighted with Wayne Rooney's performance after their 3-1 victory over World Cup qualifying opponents Belarus.

The Manchester United striker struck twice and Capello said: "Rooney is very important and is in a good moment of form.

"He scored two goals, but he works very hard and plays for the team.

"Not only Rooney, but all the players were fantastic tonight.

"There is no secret, it's hard work to create a group and a team mentality.

"The players are all good players, but this is only one step and it's only another game.

"The next game we will play against Ukraine in April and we know we have to win more games to go to South Africa."