Fumble: Rooney and Gerrard in action against Algeria
Hard times: Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard failed to inspire England
England's woeful World Cup performance has led to a multi-million pounds skills extravaganza featuring Wayne Rooney and Steve Gerrard being ditched.
The A:3K event, which was due to take place at London's O2 Arena a week after the World Cup Final on July 17, is now being postponed until next summer.
England captain Gerrard and striker Rooney were behind the shock decision because they felt it was inappropriate to be taking part in such an event following the debacle in South Africa.
Along with Gerrard and Rooney, the other world stars taking part were Cristiano Ronaldo, Didier Drogba, Cesc Fabregas and David Villa.
