Steven Gerrard today reflected on Anfield teammate Glen Johnson's outstanding display for England on Monday night - and predicted he will have a major role to play in Liverpool's quest for glory next season.

The Reds' right-back scored a memorable Wembley goal and collected the man of the match award as Fabio Capello's men warmed up for the World Cup with a 3-1 victory over Mexico.

Despite his debut season at Anfield being interrupted by hamstring and knee injuries, Gerrard has seen enough of Johnson's quality to leave him in no doubt there's much more to come - for both club and country - over the coming months.

"I thought Glen had a really good game and took his goal superbly," said Gerrard. "He has done that a few times for us and he can do real damage with his left foot.

"He is very dangerous when he can run down the wing like he did against Mexico and cut inside. When he is in that mood, he provides England with a real threat.

"He has got great quality. Glen is one of the best attacking full-backs around and I think he has done really well for us but there is definitely better to come.

"Injuries have really disrupted him this season but I'm sure next season he will show his best form on a regular basis, the kind he showed when he first came here."

He added: "Injuries are the worst part of a game for a footballer and Glen has been unlucky because he has suffered with them at different times.

"What people don't tend to realise is that when you have been out for two or three weeks, it can take another two or three weeks to get your match sharpness back.

"When you think he has been trying to settle into a new club, too, you can see it hasn't been easy but if he gets a clear run, he'll definitely make a difference for us, no doubt. Liverpool will be a much better side with a fully fit, confident Glen Johnson flying down the right hand side and I'm sure he will go from strength to strength."