Gerrard: Rooney in the zone and ready to make a difference

One look into the eyes of Wayne Rooney has convinced England captain Steven Gerrard that the striker is ready to make an impact at Euro 2012 after ending his two game suspension.

Rooney was ruled out of the opening two games against France and Sweden after his sending-off in the qualifier against Montenegro in Podgorica eight months ago.

But head coach Roy Hodgson has confirmed Rooney will start tonight’s meeting with co-hosts Ukraine and Gerrard believes he will behave and help England’s bid to reach the quarter-finals.

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