Column inches have been filled with debate about the England captaincy, ever since Steven Gerrard stepped in for the injured Rio Ferdinand.The Liverpool man gave Fabio Capello a huge headache by leading from the front, and proving an inspiration as he dragged England out of the mire and pulled the side forward.
However with the Manchester United defender back from injury, the decision has been made up ahead of Wednesday's game.
Rio will retain the armband, but it is hugely unlikely that the debate will end there.
If England do struggle against Montenegro at Wembley, both Ferdinand and Capello will once again be put under huge pressure.
But the most concerning of all will be the effect this will have on Gerrard.
He thrived as the leader of his c0untry, proving the talisman the country have always cried for from him.
This decision though could prove a huge confidence sap, and he could drift back into putting in mediocre performances.
A man who looks like he is well and truly shackled.
However this isn't the only problem concerning the England hierarchy.
Injuries have once again become took their toll, with Phil Jagielka's injury meaning it is likely Joleon Lescott will take a place in the starting eleven.
However Aaron Lennon and Darren Bent are also out, with Peter Crouch favourite to partner the out of sorts Wayne Rooney in attack.
Despite this though, the spotlight will no doubt be cast around Ferdinand and Gerrard as England look to build on their winning ways.
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