Downing: It's been a good start
Stewart Downing believes playing under Kenny Dalglish will only help him produce his best form for club and country.
The Liverpool winger impressed for England in their 3-0 victory over Bulgaria on Friday night, and is a certain starter for Fabio Capello's men when they entertain Wales at Wembley on Tuesday.
After an impressive start to his career at Anfield, Downing insists his move to Liverpool has helped him believe he is also worthy of a place on the big international stage.
"I feel that I am an England player and my aim always must be to start games at this level," he said.
"I have joined a terrific club. I am really enjoying myself at Liverpool and playing under a great manager like Kenny Dalglish can only help me get even better.
"It's been a good start to the season - both with Liverpool and now England.
"There is a good mixture of youth and experience in this England side and the signs are good for the future after what we did in Bulgaria."