Gerrard - Becks will respond

Barry hopes it 'won't be the end' for England hero

Capello has admitted that he has yet to inform Beckham, who was previously dropped from the England plans of Steve McClaren before forcing his way back into the reckoning. Gerrard said: "I don't know whether Fabio Capello has spoken to David. I don't know what's happened there. But David can hold his head up high for the service he's given to the England team."

Should Beckham fail to add to his caps, Gerrard has no doubt how he will be remembered.
"Legendary status, without a doubt," he said. "He's put a long shift in as an England player. He's had some fantastic performances, some fantastic goals, memories.

"He was a fantastic captain. I've learnt a lot from David and it's been a pleasure to play alongside him. If he has played his last game, he'll certainly be missed because, both on and off the pitch, he's a great guy."

Fellow midfielder Gareth Barry hopes Beckham adds to his caps - the most by an outfield player for England. He said of Capello's decision: "I'm not sure what David's feelings towards that is. Hopefully, that won't be the end.

"He'll keep fighting. I know he'll probably want to." He added: "Everyone knows what an icon and a legend he is."