Gerrard and Lampard 'gutted' at missing Germany clash

England's Football Association director of communications Adrian Bevington has played down reports of a rift between England manager Fabio Capello and top Premier League clubs.

England are missing several first-choice players ahead of tomorrow’s friendly international against Germany, the most recent withdrawals those of Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard, who has a groin injury, and Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard (rib).