Daniele De Rossi is arguably Italy's most English-style player, relying
on power rather than finesse, but the midfielder acknowledges he has
not yet "exploded" ahead of Sunday's Uefa Euro 2012™ quarterfinal
against England.Sometimes described as the Steven Gerrard of Serie A, the AS Roma
player started the first two games at Euro 2012 in the unusual position
of central defence before returning to midfield in the 2-0 win over
Ireland which sealed second spot in Group C.De Rossi is happy to be in the middle of the battle where he looks set
to lock horns with England captain Gerrard, a player he rates highly
just like Roy Hodgson's side."Gerrard is the symbol of their team, he has been playing for 10 years.
Gerrard is the symbol of this 'universal' player because he can play
well in defence and in attack," he told a news conference on Wednesday."Unfortunately, I haven't seen England much (at this tournament). They have young, very strong wingers. It won't be easy.
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