To Wembley’s delight, England were in control. Gerrard kept looking to slip quick, low passes through to the receptive feet of fellow-Merseysider, Rooney, who kept dropping short. England’s confidence was also bolstered by the presence of a commanding No 1, Hart, reminding everyone of the mistake of not starting him in South Africa. Here was a keeper prepared to dominate his box, to charge out and claim crosses, the type of keeper who fills defenders with belief. He even dived smartly to his right to prevent a Glen Johnson own goal.