England captain Steven Gerrard believes that fans have the right to their opinions and believes they should be entitled to criticise Rio Ferdinand as they did on Friday.
Fans showed their anger that Rio had withdrawn by chanting in the stands during England’s 8-0 over San Marino.
“They are entitled to their opinion. They’ve spent good money to come here. Of course we all wanted Rio here because he is a good player and he certainly would have helped us over the two games against San Marino and Montenegro.
"Of course, we all wanted Rio here because he is a good player and he certainly would have helped us over these two games but he's made his decision and we need to respect that."
Gerrard expects a tougher test as his side prepare to play their second World Cup qualifier of the international break.
"I think their supporters will make it as hostile as they can but I think we will be used to it and will be able to handle it."
"I don't think there will be that many people there and we are used to playing in front of bigger crowds but these are the type of atmospheres where they try to intimidate us. Any time you are away from home against these countries, when England are in town, the supporters are up for it.
"They are desperate to beat us and everything is against us but I think we've got the players in the squad to go and handle the situation and get the three points."
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