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'The energy just drained away from him': Jack Wilshere reveals he felt 'so sorry' for Steven Gerrard after his mistake vs Uruguay led to England's early exit at 2014 World Cup, saying 'it was tough to see your leader like that'

Jack Wilshere has revealed he was left feeling 'so sorry' for Steven Gerrard after his error against Uruguay led to England exiting the 2014 World Cup at the group stage.

The former Arsenal midfielder only got to compete at one World Cup, with injuries curtailing his career, but his time on the biggest stage was cut short as England went out after losing their opening two matches in Brazil.

Wilshere came on as a late substitute in England's 2-1 defeat against Italy in the opening game, but could only watch on from the bench as the Three Lions lost by the same scoreline to Uruguay four days later.