Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard insists England can survive defeat tonight against France.

A point against a France team unbeaten in its last 21 games would be regarded as a significant achievement.

"It's the first game," said Gerrard.

"It's not the end of the world whichever way it goes.

"It is important we don't get carried away thinking we are going to win the tournament if we win and don't commit suicide if we lose because there will still be two games to recover."