England came home in disgrace but Robson stayed in his job and Steven stayed in his plans as the qualifiers for the 1990 World Cup loomed, edging out Arsenal's David Rocastle. However, his right flank partner Stevens left Everton to join Rangers and Steven struggled to form a similar telepathy with replacement Neil McDonald. Everton ended the season without a trophy – losing the FA Cup final to Liverpool again – and Steven wasn't called up for England until the end-of-season Rous Cup shindig against Scotland, which England won. Steven made his last appearance for England during Euro 92 in Sweden, in the 0–0 goalless draw in a group game against France on 14 June 1992. He had played 36 times for England at senior level, and scored four goals.