3 KEY CLASHES

MARCIN WASILEWSKI WA v WAYNE ROONEY

Few players are as strong as Rooney but Poland’s giant, heavily tattooed centre half will be out to impose his physical presence on the Manchester United star. It will be a major test of whether Rooney really has learned to control his temper.

GRZEGORZ KRYCHOWIAK v STEVEN GERRARD

The surging runs of England’s captain will be a key weapon but first he’s got to shake off the attention of Stade de Reims star Krychowiak. The 22-year-old is building a reputation at his French club as a tough and industrious midfielder. He has also shone at centre half when needed.

ROBERT LEWANDOWSKI v PHIL JAGIELKA

Everton’s centre half has waited a long time to be more than a bit-part player for England — but couldn’t have a tougher chance to prove himself. Polish hopes rest on the Dortmund striker and Bundesliga player of the year last season. Jagielka faces a step up in class to deal with his pace and movement.