Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel admits he struggled to keep pace with Wayne Rooney after Slovakia's thumping by England.

"This was a very bad game for us," said Skrtel.

"England scored early and after that were better than us in every situation on the pitch.

"England are a very good team and the result was absolutely correct. All their players were very good and Wayne Rooney was one of their best.

"He doesn't only play against the defenders but also midfielders because he drops so deep. He is one of the best forwards in Europe."