The versatile midfielder believes the players in the Three Lions squad who have experienced domestic success this season will take confidence to Poland and Ukraine

The versatile midfielder admitted he does not know why Bert van Marwijk decided to drop him from the provisional squad for this summer's tournament in Poland-Ukraine.

The former Newcastle midfielder was dismissed for an elbow on Carlos Tevez against Manchester City, before kneeing Sergio Aguero and trying to headbutt Vincent Kompany.

Arsene Wenger's side endured a nerve-racking afternoon but picked up all three points to finish above Spurs, who will now need Bayern to defeat Chelsea next week

The former Barcelona midfielder praised the Italian tactician for giving the squad the confidence to overtake Manchester United, and is keen to make history by winning the title.

Liverpool skipper believes former Newcastle man should be in Roy Hodgson's squad for the competition in the summer after an impressive run of performances

The Italian brushed off suggestions that the Blaugrana's cycle has peaked, claiming that while Messi, Xavi and Iniesta remain at Camp Nou, they will always be the team to beat.

The Argentine was in a bullish mood speaking prior to his side's Europa League semifinal second leg, insisting that he is only concerned about the fortunes of the Rojiblancos