Southampton midfielder Adam Lallana hopes to start for England against Italy in Saturday's World Cup opener.
He has edged his way into the side this season on the back of a stellar time with Southampton, but is not taking his place for granted.
"It would mean the world (to play)," he told Sky Sports News.
"But the main thing is getting the three points and whether that comes with me off the bench or in the starting line-up, the result is all that matters.
"We have got a few days left to try and impress the manager."
