Steven Gerrard leapt to the defence of Michael Owen today and predicted he will deliver World Cup goals.
Owen's place in the starting line-up is under threat for Tuesday's clash with Sweden in Cologne following his lacklustre performances against Paraguay and Trinidad and Tobago. Gerrard, however, insists all the players have faith in the Newcastle forward and admits the service to Owen has not been good enough.
He told Sky Sports News: "Michael has come in for a bit of criticism because he hasn't scored but I know goals are only around the corner."