Gerrard aiming to impress Trap

Anthony Gerrard aims to boost his hopes of a first senior Republic of Ireland call-up with a big display in the Carling Cup final.

The Cardiff City defender goes head-to-head with cousin Steven of Liverpool at Wembley tomorrow. He has represented Ireland at U18 level after qualifying through his grandmother and says he is ready to make the step up to Giovanni Trapattoni’s squad in time for Euro 2012.

“Every player wants to play at international level and I’m no different,” said Gerrard.