Estonia against England

Downing unleashes a stinging drive with his weaker right foot but Poom is well placed to gather.

Crouch picks up a yellow card for a lunge on Stepanov and that will mean he misses the next match against Israel. Silly foul from the big man and it's cost him dear.

To their credit, Estonia have been adventurous and have made the game more pleasing on the eye than the Andorra tie. But they've never really wrestled any control on the game.

The game is petering out now with a succession of scrappy and needless fouls breaking up play.

Dyer, still without a goal for England, almost breaks his duck with a pacy run and stabbed shot that is stopped at the last by Poom's outstretched boot.

Into the last 15 minutes and the last daylight is beginning to fade as we approach 11.00pm in Estonia.

Another change for England and Stewart Downing comes on for Joe Cole. He's worked hard and got England rolling with a terrific strike before half-time.

Estonia begin to tire and England's superior fitness starts to take over. It's a good chance for the men in red to string together some flowing football... well I can dream can't I?!

But England's victory here will be crucial as they head into the final five matches.

Ironically, if the scores stay the way they are, England will remain in fourth place even if they win. Croatia are holding Russia meaning little change to the group standings.

The players are enjoying the way they're playing - a sight we haven't seen for a while. I remember commentating on that dreary Andorra game and the body language has vastly improved since that game.

England still look hungry for a few more goals. Joe Cole and the substitute Dyer are busy scurrying around in midfield looking for ways to increase their lead.

Here comes the first of the England changes. Beckham comes off with Dyer coming on down the right.

The England fans roar out the national anthemn as they are at last treated to the kind of goal-fest they feel they deserve.

I'm not Beckham's biggest fan, but he's had a blinder tonight. Despite his ankle knock, he's been all over the park and provided some sublime crosses and passes. It gives McClaren a selection dillema ahead of next season.

This game is well and truly finished as a contest, but it will be interesting to see how many more England get or if the plucky hosts can score their first goal.

MICHAEL OWEN has his goal. He's back on the scoresheet for England and Beckham is back on the assist sheet - if there is such a sheet. It was another peach of a cross from Beckham down the right and the unmarked poacher stabbed home the volley from close in.

GOAL: ESTONIA 0-3 ENGLAND

Still no goals in the other game in Group E. So far, things going well for England.

Crouch has now scored 10 goals in his last 10 starts for England. OK they may have been against some pub teams, but you can't fault his ratio.

England can afford to relax now. You get the feeling that England can go on and punish Estonia here.

Estonia have been pretty adventurous so far and Vassiljev turns Beckham beautifully and tries his luck from range but only finds the arms of Robinson.

A magnificent pass from Beckham finds PETER CROUCH who expertly places his header over Poom and into the corner. Wonderful goal for England.

GOAL: ENGLAND 0-2 ESTONIA

The may not have scored in this qualifying campaign yet, but that doesn't mean they're not eager to break that duck tonight.

Another reminder for England in the shape of Vassiljev. He gets beyond Brown down the England right and fires in a low effort that just squirms past the post.

Estonia's best work has come down England's right and a free-kick conceded by Wes Brown is tipped behind from Robinson.

Owen still looks off the pace, he's being hounded off the ball every time he goes near it and isn't having the best of nights.

England begin where they left off from the first half with an encouragin spell of possession. The fans are certainly more settled since that goal went in and that may ease the pressure on the players.

Beckham takes his place in the line-up for the second half. He must have shaken that injury off.

No goals in the game between Russia and Croatia at half-time as Estonia get this match back under way.

England head into the break with a crucial lead. They struggled to find a way through before Joe Cole delivered a stunning volley to ease the pressure on the visitors.

HALF-TIME: ESTONIA 1-0 ENGLAND

Robinson comes off his line to deny Konsa a clear goal. The tall striker was a little too slow to react to the through-ball giving the keeper time to hack the ball away.

Another fine break from Bridge creates a half chance for Gerrard. He arrives to meet the left-back's chipped cross but his volley from a tight angle is well cut off by Kruglov.

Sturdy block tackle by Terry thwarts Terehhov from shooting. It fell to him on the edge of the box but the England skipper was quick to snuff out the danger.

Ambitious shot from Vassiljev fails to trouble Robinson. He panicked when he hit it and the end result was ugly.

As England look to settle, Lampard goes close with a stretching header from just inside the box. It fizzes inches wide of the upright, but England are starting to hit their straps.

England will be more than relieved with that goal. It took something exceptional to break this stubborn resistance and England will be buoyant going into the break.

Sensational strike from JOE COLE gives England an important lead. Crouch flicked on Bridge's header and Cole on the turn lashed home a sweet half-volley.

GOAL: ESTONIA 0-1 ENGLAND

Heroic defending from the home side as Gerrard is stopped in his tracks.

Crouch's touches and knock-downs are having a good effect in the build-up, but precious little coming in the danger areas.

Better passing from the hosts too. A nice spell of possession makes England's defence work and break up the attack. A good tempo about the game now as Estonia begin to come out of their half.

Still no breakthrough. Estonia look disciplined and well-organised and that's frustrating England so far.

Beckham's injury appears to be a twisted ankle. He's signalled to the bench that it's not an impact injury, but he's still limping around and a decision will have to be made soon.

Beckham's cross from a free-kick down the left causes all sorts of problems in the Estonia box. Poom parries it and Owen fails to follow up the rebound.

Beckahm finds himself on the left this time after a sweet pass from Crouch. He goes for goal from 25 yards but it doesn't dip enough and flies over.

Beckham floats in a free-kick from a simliar position to which Terry scored from last Friday, but it's overhit and Poom gathers.

Half-hearted appeal for a penalty goes begging after Ledley King tackles Voskoboinikov. He was racing through on goal but the Spurs skipper did well to intercept.

Kieron Dyer is ordered to warm-up on the sidelines as Beckham's knock seems to be getting more serious.

Owen still looks a long way off his full sharpness. He mis-controls Beckham's floating pass and has provided precious little up front thus far.

All is not well with Beckham, he's hobbling and reaching down at his ankle at every stoppage. It doesn't look good for the England talisman.

As I speak, England create their first chance. It falls to Peter Crouch after a clever hold-up from Owen. The tall striker tried to place his side-footer in the corner but couldn't get enough curl on it and it drifts wide.

More progressive build-up play from England. No clear chances as of yet, but plenty of time on the ball for the men in red.

Don't forget also that Estonia's group games consists of six games, six defeats and no goals scored. Pretty grim reading for Estonians but an inviting tie for England's attackers.

No boos for Lampard by the way. Whether that remain the case if he and his England team-mates don't make the breakthrough, remains to be seen.

This game incidentally is England's 100th European Championship match. It may prove to be one of their most decisive too should they leave without a point.

Both full-backs are pushing forward well for England. Wayne Bridge particularly is making good headway down the left flank.

England fans seem happy with their side's start. The ole's are out already as the visitors string together a neat passage of passes.

Lovely cross from Beckham down the right almost finds Owen at the near post. He can't quite get on the end of it and Poom is forced into a fine save.

Snap shot by Tedamov gives the home support something to cheer. Robinson isn't too impressed and watches it fly over the bar and into the stands.

Fine knockdown from Crouch almost finds Lampard who was loitering with intent in the six yard area. Good move from England - one from the training ground, I feel.

The goalkeeper doesn't move but, fortunately for Mart Poom, it sails comfortably wide and over from Beckham.

Free-kick in a dangerous area for England. Only one man likely to hit it...

England dominating possession early doors. No chances but plenty of steady passing in midfield.

As well as keeping you updated with events in Talinn, I'll endeavour to keep you informed of the other results in group E tonight - particularly Russia's clash with Croatia.

The pitch isn't in the best of nick. Good to soft in places, I reckon. Mind you it's certainly no worse than the new Wembley turf.

It's the last game before the summer holidays for the English players. After a long season with club and country, Steve McClaren's men will want to end on a high.

England get the game under way in Talinn, knowing they can't afford to falter.

The national anthemns roar out around the ground with God Save the Queen getting it's usual passionate treatment. There's plenty of English in the stadium as you would expect, but a healthy number of locals too. Kick-off now minutes away.

The players are out on the pitch and ready for kick-off in a glorious evening in Talinn.

Welcome along to this live commentary offering of England's match with Estonia.

I'm not Beckham's biggest fan, but he's had a blinder tonight. Despite his ankle knock, he's been all over the park and provided some sublime crosses and passes. It gives McClaren a selection dillema ahead of next season.

This game is well and truly finished as a contest, but it will be interesting to see how many more England get or if the plucky hosts can score their first goal.

MICHAEL OWEN has his goal. He's back on the scoresheet for England and Beckham is back on the assist sheet - if there is such a sheet. It was another peach of a cross from Beckham down the right and the unmarked poacher stabbed home the volley from close in.

GOAL: ESTONIA 0-3 ENGLAND

Still no goals in the other game in Group E. So far, things going well for England.

Crouch has now scored 10 goals in his last 10 starts for England. OK they may have been against some pub teams, but you can't fault his ratio.

England can afford to relax now. You get the feeling that England can go on and punish Estonia here.

Estonia have been pretty adventurous so far and Vassiljev turns Beckham beautifully and tries his luck from range but only finds the arms of Robinson.

A magnificent pass from Beckham finds PETER CROUCH who expertly places his header over Poom and into the corner. Wonderful goal for England.

GOAL: ENGLAND 0-2 ESTONIA

The may not have scored in this qualifying campaign yet, but that doesn't mean they're not eager to break that duck tonight.

Another reminder for England in the shape of Vassiljev. He gets beyond Brown down the England right and fires in a low effort that just squirms past the post.

Estonia's best work has come down England's right and a free-kick conceded by Wes Brown is tipped behind from Robinson.

Owen still looks off the pace, he's being hounded off the ball every time he goes near it and isn't having the best of nights.

England begin where they left off from the first half with an encouragin spell of possession. The fans are certainly more settled since that goal went in and that may ease the pressure on the players.

Beckham takes his place in the line-up for the second half. He must have shaken that injury off.

No goals in the game between Russia and Croatia at half-time as Estonia get this match back under way.

England head into the break with a crucial lead. They struggled to find a way through before Joe Cole delivered a stunning volley to ease the pressure on the visitors.

HALF-TIME: ESTONIA 1-0 ENGLAND

Robinson comes off his line to deny Konsa a clear goal. The tall striker was a little too slow to react to the through-ball giving the keeper time to hack the ball away.

Another fine break from Bridge creates a half chance for Gerrard. He arrives to meet the left-back's chipped cross but his volley from a tight angle is well cut off by Kruglov.

Sturdy block tackle by Terry thwarts Terehhov from shooting. It fell to him on the edge of the box but the England skipper was quick to snuff out the danger.

Ambitious shot from Vassiljev fails to trouble Robinson. He panicked when he hit it and the end result was ugly.

As England look to settle, Lampard goes close with a stretching header from just inside the box. It fizzes inches wide of the upright, but England are starting to hit their straps.

England will be more than relieved with that goal. It took something exceptional to break this stubborn resistance and England will be buoyant going into the break.

Sensational strike from JOE COLE gives England an important lead. Crouch flicked on Bridge's header and Cole on the turn lashed home a sweet half-volley.

GOAL: ESTONIA 0-1 ENGLAND

Heroic defending from the home side as Gerrard is stopped in his tracks.

Crouch's touches and knock-downs are having a good effect in the build-up, but precious little coming in the danger areas.

Better passing from the hosts too. A nice spell of possession makes England's defence work and break up the attack. A good tempo about the game now as Estonia begin to come out of their half.

Still no breakthrough. Estonia look disciplined and well-organised and that's frustrating England so far.

Beckham's injury appears to be a twisted ankle. He's signalled to the bench that it's not an impact injury, but he's still limping around and a decision will have to be made soon.

Beckham's cross from a free-kick down the left causes all sorts of problems in the Estonia box. Poom parries it and Owen fails to follow up the rebound.

Beckahm finds himself on the left this time after a sweet pass from Crouch. He goes for goal from 25 yards but it doesn't dip enough and flies over.

Beckham floats in a free-kick from a simliar position to which Terry scored from last Friday, but it's overhit and Poom gathers.

Half-hearted appeal for a penalty goes begging after Ledley King tackles Voskoboinikov. He was racing through on goal but the Spurs skipper did well to intercept.

Kieron Dyer is ordered to warm-up on the sidelines as Beckham's knock seems to be getting more serious.

Owen still looks a long way off his full sharpness. He mis-controls Beckham's floating pass and has provided precious little up front thus far.

All is not well with Beckham, he's hobbling and reaching down at his ankle at every stoppage. It doesn't look good for the England talisman.

As I speak, England create their first chance. It falls to Peter Crouch after a clever hold-up from Owen. The tall striker tried to place his side-footer in the corner but couldn't get enough curl on it and it drifts wide.

More progressive build-up play from England. No clear chances as of yet, but plenty of time on the ball for the men in red.

Don't forget also that Estonia's group games consists of six games, six defeats and no goals scored. Pretty grim reading for Estonians but an inviting tie for England's attackers.

No boos for Lampard by the way. Whether that remain the case if he and his England team-mates don't make the breakthrough, remains to be seen.

This game incidentally is England's 100th European Championship match. It may prove to be one of their most decisive too should they leave without a point.

Both full-backs are pushing forward well for England. Wayne Bridge particularly is making good headway down the left flank.

England fans seem happy with their side's start. The ole's are out already as the visitors string together a neat passage of passes.

Lovely cross from Beckham down the right almost finds Owen at the near post. He can't quite get on the end of it and Poom is forced into a fine save.

Snap shot by Tedamov gives the home support something to cheer. Robinson isn't too impressed and watches it fly over the bar and into the stands.

Fine knockdown from Crouch almost finds Lampard who was loitering with intent in the six yard area. Good move from England - one from the training ground, I feel.

The goalkeeper doesn't move but, fortunately for Mart Poom, it sails comfortably wide and over from Beckham.

Free-kick in a dangerous area for England. Only one man likely to hit it...

England dominating possession early doors. No chances but plenty of steady passing in midfield.

As well as keeping you updated with events in Talinn, I'll endeavour to keep you informed of the other results in group E tonight - particularly Russia's clash with Croatia.

The pitch isn't in the best of nick. Good to soft in places, I reckon. Mind you it's certainly no worse than the new Wembley turf.

It's the last game before the summer holidays for the English players. After a long season with club and country, Steve McClaren's men will want to end on a high.

England get the game under way in Talinn, knowing they can't afford to falter.

The national anthemns roar out around the ground with God Save the Queen getting it's usual passionate treatment. There's plenty of English in the stadium as you would expect, but a healthy number of locals too. Kick-off now minutes away.

The players are out on the pitch and ready for kick-off in a glorious evening in Talinn.

Welcome along to this live commentary offering of England's match with Estonia.