Former England international, Frank Lampard believes England have the potential to go far at the World Cup and has urged the more experienced players to step up and showcase their leadership capabilities. The former Chelsea midfielder also thinks that the tournament could provide the perfect platform for England’s more experienced faces to show their potentials and guide the Three Lions into the latter stages of the tournament.
“I am hopeful about England’s chances. I think expectancy levels are slightly less and that is probably a good thing for the squad. They have a good team in terms of youth, particularly in attacking areas. England have some good players who are playing very well for their clubs in the Premier League. I just hope it can come together. Gareth Southgate is working very hard with the squad. We can certainly beat teams on our day. It is about getting momentum at the tournament. I expect us to get through our group and then we will see how far we can go,” Lampard said.