Gerrard: Lambert is a great example

England captain Steven Gerrard believes Rickie Lambert’s fairytale story from lower league journeyman to Wembley hero shows aspiring youngsters that anything is possible.

Lambert, a 31-year-old former Blackpool, Macclesfield, Stockport, Rochdale and Bristol Rovers striker made his debut in the 67th minute against Scotland last night, replacing Wayne Rooney, and, three minutes later with his first touch, headed the decisive goal in the 3-2 win.