In the past, the English media have debated whether players
representing their country cared as much as they do for their clubs.
Their argument was strengthened when in 2008, the following quote
appeared in Jamie Carragher’s autobiography:
“Defeats wearing an England shirt never hurt me in the same
way as losing with my club. I wasn't caring or indifferent, I simply
didn't put England's fortunes at the top of my priority list. Losing...
