Masch proud to be skipper

Last updated : 21 November 2008 By Al Campbell
The Liverpool midfielder captained his country for the first time for their 1-0 win over Scotland on Wednesday. It was a huge honour for Mascherano.

"I couldn't believe it was true. I'm very happy with my first game. It was a new experience and I'm really happy with the win," he said.

"It was an amazing experience. I'm not just thinking about being captain, I'm thinking about the team.

"We need to improve but it's good to start to the new era. We will try to continue to improve and see what happens."