Luka Modric Quotes

I've always said that there's a bit of a different sense of pride when you're playing for your national team.

You always want to play for the national side.

I never think of playing for South Africa. It's the furthest thing from my mind.

I love scoring goals for England and playing for England. That's one of the reasons I didn't retire - I love playing for my country.

Playing for England is always the main priority.

I can honestly say that there's nothing more beautiful for a sportsperson that to play for his or her country, regardless of the tournament or the location.

I love playing for France and I feel pride every time I am called up for the team.

For anyone to question our fight or desire I think is wrong. They should know how much it means to play for England - how much to wear the Three Lions on your chest.

I'm a passionate player when I pull that England shirt on; it's a very special and proud moment for you.

If I'm called up by any England team, I'm willing to go. I'm not going to pull out of any England team. Ask any young kid who wants to play for their national team, and everyone's the same. We're all dying to do it.

Nigeria has always been my choice if called up, and when they did, I was happy.

I think it's great when you get a chance to play for your country.

It's always nice coming back to the national side.

I always look forward to playing for my national team, especially at a major tournament.

Every second I'm on the pitch for Wales is an honour, and I love playing.

I want to play in Europe, as the national team is important for me.

You can't beat playing for your country I don't think.

The Egyptian FA have tried to persuade me to play for them, but all I'm dreaming about is the blue jersey.

I can't see myself playing anywhere else in the world. You don't know how much I want to play international cricket for South Africa.

I always supported England as a boy; I think it's great to support your national team.

When I'm away with England, I don't think about anything to do with club football.

Playing for England is the most important thing in my life.

It is extremely important to play for your country.

I'm excited to wear my country's jersey.

Yugoslavia is a little country, and everybody likes basketball. If I don't play for my national team, everybody be sad.