Wayne Rooney says he is desperate to finally make his mark on the World Cup after firing England to next year's finals in Brazil.
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Rooney's ability is unquestioned and his contributions to Manchester United's success at club level are undeniable, but he has repeatedly failed to deliver at the major international tournaments.
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Now the 27-year-old striker has another opportunity to make amends for those flops after scoring the crucial opening goal to set England on course for a 2-0 win over Poland at Wembley on Tuesday that guaranteed automatic qualification for the World Cup.
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Rooney knows England's chances of a serious bid for glory in Brazil would be greatly enhanced if he can play to his best at last and he has set his sights on doing just that.
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"That's what I want to do in all the tournaments but it hasn't happened," Rooney said.
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"I want to do well and help England be successful, that won't ever change. There is no added pressure on myself, but obviously I want to perform.
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"When you play for England, the obvious goal is to be successful and try to win trophies.
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"That would be the icing on the cake for me.
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Hopefully I've still got a bit of time to do it."
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After bursting onto the international stage at Euro 2004, it has been all downhill for Rooney at the showpiece tournaments.
Wayne Rooney is definately the kind of player England needs as a stricker. He scores important goals!