Arsenal star Declan Rice is gearing up for a more prominent role with the England national team as they prepare for the Euros. Rice and his teammates are set to face Belgium in a friendly match this week.
In a recent interview with ITV, Rice revealed that he has had private conversations with England manager Gareth Southgate about his potential as a leader and his ability to be more vocal in the dressing room. The midfielder expressed his love for helping his teammates and putting them first, emphasizing the importance of this quality.
For Rice, winning something for his country is the ultimate achievement. He believes that it elevates a player’s status and puts their name in a completely different light. Reflecting on England’s close call in the 2021 Euros, Rice mentioned the overwhelming reaction they received after losing the final. The support from fans and the recognition on the streets was unlike anything he had experienced before. He now looks forward to the challenge of winning the tournament on foreign soil.
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