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“Very few people get the opportunity to represent their country. For Ben White to turn that down because he doesn’t want to sit on the bench or because he doesn’t like watching football? I’m sorry, but I think you’re a bit of a disgrace."
Ex-Arsenal player Jamie O'Hara has lambasted defender Ben White for snubbing a call from England manager Gareth Southgate for the forthcoming international friendlies with Brazil and Belgium.
Southgate was set to summon White, who has been brilliant this season with Arsenal, but disclosed the latter had declined he offer.
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Following his exit from England's 2022 World Cup camp, reports suggested White had told Southgate that he didn't want to be a bit-part player.
And, O'Hara has come out to lash at the Gunner in his interview with Grosvenor Sports on The Counter Attack episode.
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10:29 - 19.03.2024
What Maguire told Bruno Fernandes about playing defence as Manchester United beat Liverpool
Skipper Bruno Fernandes showcased the exemplary self as he found himself all over the pitch including being in a makeshift back four partnering Harry Maguire in the centre, with winger Antony playing at left-back.
“Very few people get the opportunity to represent their country. For Ben White to turn that down because he doesn’t want to sit on the bench or because he doesn’t like watching football? I’m sorry, but I think you’re a bit of a disgrace."
“Do you know how many people will give their right arm to just sit on the bench for England and have the opportunity to represent their nation? Then you’ve got this guy who goes, ‘oh, I don’t really like football’ and ‘Gareth Southgate hasn’t really given me a chance’. Do me a favour – it’s your country for crying out loud!"
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21:11 - 20.03.2024
DONE DEAL Abdu Lumala joins Croatian top-tier outfit
Without necessarily revealing the duration of the contract, Lumala took to snapchat to celebrate completing a move to Slaven Belupo.
“There are obviously other things that have gone on behind the scenes, probably something between him and Southgate. However, even if I’d fallen out with the manager, I’d still go because it’s my country. Representing your country is the biggest honour a footballer can have, and if it isn’t, then you’ve got a problem.”
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