David Beckham helped deliver a lucky England a dream World Cup draw last night

The former England captain joined a host of African stars on stage here as England were grouped with the United States, Algeria and Slovenia.

England coach Fabio Capello tried to play down England’s good fortune, saying: “I think it is one of the most balanced groups. Algeria have beaten Egypt so they are a dangerous side. I remember there have been groups that looked easy but then became really complicated.” [+]