His absence affects me. We have a great partnership, and we were really hoping to play together in this tournament. We’ll miss him a lot but it gives someone else in the team a chance...

I come from a country that lives for football and I owe the people a debt of gratitude.

We showed it wasn’t just about money. It’s about spirit. We’re not here just to participate in this tournament and go home. We want to show everyone what we can do and obviously we’ve started...

The manager’s been brilliant. He was down yesterday…he’s been through a lot.

This is a great stage. I know the timing doesn’t help Portsmouth, but I have to represent my country – I am the captain.

It does not help when the referee is playing for the other team.

The pressure will really be on them because if we get an early goal the crowd will be on their backs.

The people have really suffered and have had no reason to enjoy life.

We at least can help out a little, and give them a reason to smile.