'Sterling starts at the World Cup… simple as that': Rio Ferdinand insists Chelsea winger is still a key man for England, as Joe Cole says it's ‘ASBURD’ that people are questioning his place in the squad

Joe Cole and Rio Ferdinand argued that Raheem Sterling will be integral for England at the World Cup, with questions arising of late over his form and whether he should be part of Gareth Southgate's squad.

The England winger joined the Blues from Premier League rivals Manchester City over the summer, but has only scored five and assisted two in 16 appearances this season.

And both pundits insisted that there was an evident release of pent up frustration in his celebration, having drawn the hosts level in the 18th minute on Wednesday.