Ben Brereton Diaz, the Stoke-on-Trent native, has become a household name in Chile, earning 42 caps and scoring 10 goals since his call-up in 2021. 'Every time I go there, I really enjoy it,' he said, reflecting on the amazing support from fans. Despite Chile's failure to qualify for the last two World Cups, Brereton Diaz remains optimistic about the team's future, citing the wealth of young talent emerging. Terry Devlin, Portsmouth's standout player, has been enjoying a breakthrough season, crediting his consistency and hard work for his success.
'It really comes down to being a good professional and working as hard as you can every day,' he emphasized. Meanwhile, Jamal Lewis's brief stint in Brazil with Sao Paulo was cut short due to injury, but he cherished the experience, describing it as 'a breath of fresh air.' Imran Louza, now Watford's captain, has grown into his leadership role, learning to balance leading by example with vocal guidance.
'I try to be positive and help the team,' he said, acknowledging the importance of adapting to the captain's responsibilities. World Cup winner Steven Nzonzi, who now plays in the Championship, fondly recalls the 2018 final, where he replaced N'Golo Kante and helped France secure the title. 'It was a lot of pressure, but you're so focused, it's like everything else fades away,' he remembered, smiling as he reflected on the triumph.