Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has backed Raheem Sterling to play a key role for England at the Euros despite firing another blank for Manchester City at the weekend.
The attacker saw his goal drought at club level extend to 11 games following Saturday's 2-0 victory at Selhurst Park.
Sterling's indifferent form resulted in him being left on the bench for City's win away to Paris St Germain in midweek and he failed to make the most of his starting berth in London.
Hodgson handed the 26-year-old an international debut whilst manager of the Three Lions in 2012 and is positive the winger remain a key figure for England manager Gareth Southgate at the Euro's next month.