Ireland Quote by Declan Rice

“I have equal respect and love for both England and Ireland, and therefore, the national team I choose to represent is not a clear-cut, simple selection.” quote by Declan Rice — Download Open image

“I have equal respect and love for both England and Ireland, and therefore, the national team I choose to represent is not a clear-cut, simple selection.”

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I think it's important that I keep playing international football, whatever level it is.

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I just try to keep level-headed and try to improve every day.

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You've got to test yourself against the best to know you are the best.

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The crowd are entitled to their opinion, and as players, we have to go out there and play well.

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Coming to the game, my first time with England at Wembley, it's a special moment.

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Being compared to players, being linked to other teams - I don't really take any of it in, to be honest. If you think…

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Without a doubt, the plan was always to stay at West Ham.

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No one is guaranteed their place in the squad.

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I am a proud Englishman, having been born and raised in London. However, I am just as proud of my family's Irish heritage and…

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I've always been good at handling stuff mentally.

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I think it's important that you're vocal during the match, especially at centre-half. You're basically the eyes and ears of the team, and if…

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The likes of Harry Kane, Raheem Sterling - they give you all the confidence you need. They give you little pats on the back, tell you you're doing well.

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