We were massive underdogs at the beginning of the competition and I'll put my hands up say and I didn't think we were going to go all the way. But, as you can see, we are never beaten. The manager told us to keep our chins up, to try and score early in the second half and give some respect for the fans. The first goal gave us a bit of belief. The supporters have saved up for weeks and months to come here. I am so happy to lift the cup for the fans.

I didn't sleep with the European Cup but it was in my room! It was just special and I just had to have the cup with me, lifting the cup as Liverpool captain was just the best moment of my life.

I think everyone around the world knows the tools are there in England's armoury to do well in a World Cup. The challenge is to go out there and prove it.

There is going to be a lot asked of me over the next few weeks but I am getting more experience now and learning all the time.

Taking the lead, that was the hard part. To concede after that was a massive disappointment - not good enough.

It was difficult knowing one of your cousins had lost his life.

We are Liverpool Football Club and the expectations are so high.