The Liverpool midfielder made his debut for the Three Lions in 2000, in a 2-0 win over Ukraine at Wembley, and went on to play 114 times for his country, scoring 21 times in the process.

Gerrard has been handed a a high profile ambassadorial role with the FA, and will continue to play for the Reds.

“I have enjoyed every minute of representing my country and it is a sad day for me knowing that I won’t pull on the
England shirt again,” he said. “However, I do look forward to continuing my strong relationship with The FA and helping out in any way I can going forward.

“I’d also like to thank everyone who has been part of my international career, from the England managers I’ve played under to the staff at The FA and, of course, all the players I’ve been fortunate to play alongside.

“I’d especially like to thank Roy [Hodgson], firstly for giving me the captaincy permanently when he took the job, making me the proudest man in the country and allowing me to fulfil my childhood dream.

“He is an incredible man and a fantastic footballer who we have all been blessed to see in an England shirt so often. It is never by coincidence that people reach such a staggering figure as 114 caps, it is a mark of his wonderful talent allied to a huge drive and determination to live up to
the highest standard.

“I wish him all the best in the future, although I know I can count on his continued support and influence as a helpful presence moving forward.”

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