Those players were never touted as being England's saviour though. When I say over-rated I mean a lot of media and football people making him seem like England's answer to Xavi or Iniesta. Sure, you'll get the odd good game out of him once in a while, but he doesn't impose himself on a match...
He is TOTALLY over-rated:
1. 4 league goals for Arsenal in 4 seasons.
2. 15 apps, 0 goals for England in 4 seasons.
3. Totally unable to keep himself fit.