Gerrard: Fresh start under Capello

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The Liverpool captain, who is tipped to lead out the side against Switzerland at Wembley on Wednesday, said the change in management style between the Italian and former boss Steve McClaren had been noticed by the players but all felt positive about the future.

"Everyone's nervous because it is a new manager and we don't know much about him and he doesn't know much about us," said the 27-year-old. "We had a quick meeting last night (Sunday) and he told us it is a fresh start for everyone."

He added: "He wants a winning mentality around the place and he wants to build a winning team and wants players pulling in the same direction.

"He thinks we can improve defensively and going forward and we were straight into it this morning.

"He is a very good manager and you want to work with the best and the FA have certainly employed one of the best managers in the world."

Capello has a reputation for being a disciplinarian and Gerrard said the players were still adjusting to the new system.

"Different managers have different ideas and rules. It takes time to adapt and I'm sure we will do in time but the first 24 hours have been good," the midfielder added.

"I don't think as a footballer you are scared of any manager but you have to respect them and you have to adapt to what the main man wants.

"You want to impress the manager. No-one is guaranteed a starting place so we have to use these friendlies to impress. It is also a chance to get back to winning matches."