Lee Carsley unmoved by national anthem criticism after England v Ireland

Lee Carsley unmoved by national anthem criticism after England v IrelandSource: PA

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00:00How did you find the reaction to that and how has that affected your day?

00:08No, it's definitely not affected my day or my preparations. I found out about it this morning.

00:13I fully respect people's opinions. It's something that I've never done.

00:20But I fully respect both national anthems.

00:24Today would be probably one of the proudest days of my career to lead an England team out in Dublin.

00:30You definitely couldn't have writ it.

00:32But I don't feel hard done by or aggrieved. I respect everyone's opinion.

00:38I've played in teams out there where players are belting the anthem out next to me.

00:44But also I've played in teams where players don't sing or coaches.

00:50I don't think it makes me or anyone less committed.