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Gerrard feels England chances hinge on Liverpool pal Sturridge

England captain Steven Gerrard feels their World Cup chances hinge on the form of Liverpool teammate Danny Sturridge.

Sturridge scored a delightful goal in England's friendly win over Peru on Friday.

"I've seen it all season with Daniel," the midfielder said. "I think he got big confidence with the manager putting him in his favourite position. That goal will do wonders for him.

"If we're to progress and do well in this World Cup we need Daniel and Wayne (Rooney) and the other forwards to produce magical moments and that was certainly one of them."

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