England v Azerbaijan: Match Library

Match Build-up

• Owen's on the record
  ENGLAND: Michael Owen is eyeing a double goal target as England prepare to face Azerbaijan at St. James' Park.
• Partners in time
  ENGLAND EXCLUSIVE: Wayne Rooney says that with Michael Owen alongside him, England are always likely to get goals.
• Dyer feeling good
  ENGLAND EXCLUSIVE: Kieron Dyer talks to TheFA.com ahead of the World Cup qualifier at his club's St. James' Park home.
• England v Azerbaijan: Ticketing
  ENGLAND: Ticketing details for England's match against Azerbaijan at St. James' Park on 30 March 2005.
• The Venue: St. James' Park
  THE VENUE: TheFA.com provides you with all you need to know about St. James' Park
• The Opposition: Azerbaijan
  THE OPPOSITION: TheFA.com gives you the lowdown on Azerbaijan.
• Confidence running high
  ENGLAND: Sven-Goran Eriksson has spoken of the unprecedented confidence in the England camp.
• Rio acclaim for Robbo
  REACTION: Paul Robinson has received a ringing endorsement from Rio Ferdinand after England's victory over Azerbaijan.
• Match details
  ENGLAND: Match Details for England's match with Azerbaijan at St. James' Park on Wednesday 30 March.
• Terry promises more
  ENGLAND: John Terry has set his sights on being a future England captain and promised that his best is yet to come.

Minute by Minute

• England 2-0 Azerbaijan
  HOW IT HAPPENED: England have beaten Azerbaijan 2-0 with goals from Steven Gerrard and David Beckham.

Match Report

• England ease past Azeris
  MATCH REPORT: England have taken a major step towards the World Cup after a Beckham-inspired victory over Azerbaijan.

Post Match Reaction

• Sven happy with win
  REACTION VIDEO: England Head Coach Sven-Goran Eriksson was full of praise for his side after they swept Azerbaijan aside.
• 'We're a step closer'
  REACTION: England's players were delighted to edge nearer the World Cup finals after their 2-0 victory over Azerbaijan.
• Joe's making strides
  ENGLAND EXCLUSIVE: Joe Cole says that two full games, two wins and a goal have given his England hopes a huge boost.
• Patience the key
  REACTION VIDEO: Frank Lampard believes England have learned the art of patience after beating Azerbaijan.
• 'In the driving seat'
  REACTION: David Beckham believes he proved a point after scoring to secure a comfortable win for England.

Analysis

• Lions' midfield the difference
  ANALYSIS: England's midfield took centre stage as Gerrard and Beckham got the goals to see off Azerbaijan.

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