Time running out for Gerrard to deliver

LONDON – With a quarter-back’s eye for the killer pass and a sniper’s instinct when in sight of goal, Steven Gerrard is respected as one of Europe’s most complete midfielder players.

The Liverpool skipper has nearly 100 caps for England, has worn the skipper’s armband with pride and scored some memorable goals.

But as his 32nd birthday approaches, and another tournament looms, the one-club man knows last-chance saloon is approaching if he is to leave a lasting legacy for his country.

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