Declan Rice: ‘You’re either English or you’re Irish,’ Joey Barton says on West Ham star’s switch from Ireland to England

Declan Rice: ‘You’re either English or you’re Irish,’ Joey Barton says on West Ham star’s switch from Ireland to England
Joey Barton admits he was left puzzled by Declan Rices decision to switch allegiance from the Republic of Ireland to England.The 20-year-old West Ham midfielder was named in yesterdays Three Lions squad for the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against the Czech Republic and Montenegro later this month.London-born Rice, who has grandparents from Cork, had featured in three friendlies for the Republic of Ireland before announcing he would make himself available for England selection last month.And Fleetwood manager Barton argues that while Rice could enjoy greater success in an England shirt, he disagrees with the youngsters decision.2

Declan Rice has earned his first England call-up

Its a strange one, he told talkSPORT at Cheltenham.I tend to think that once youve made your bed, youve got to lie in it.If youve played for Ireland youre either Irish or youre English. I think thats quite a straightforward decision. Hes made the choice now. For me, I think hes a quality player without a shadow of a doubt.There are a lot of Irish people here at Cheltenham so Ill have to keep my voice down, but youve got more chance of winning a major competition at international level if you play for England as opposed to Ireland.talkSPORT listeners will be familiar with Bartons unfiltered opinions after his stint as a co-host on the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast last year.2

Barton spoke to talkSPORT at Cheltenham

After swapping the world of punditry to become Fleetwood manager, the former Manchester City midfielder admits its tougher than he imagined.Its a lot different to how I thought it was sitting in the studio with Alan Brazil on a Monday morning, he added.Sitting there pontificating about how everyone got it wrong and Id put the world to rights. Now the hairs going a bit grey. But its something Ive always wanted to do and Ive gone in at the deep end.

LIVE on talkSPORT

There are eight live commentaries remaining across the talkSPORT network this week. Find out what they are and when you can hear them, below...

• Dynamo Kyiv vs Chelsea (Thursday) talkSPORT 2
• Watford vs Crystal Palace (Saturday) talkSPORT
• Leeds vs Sheffield United (Saturday) talkSPORT 2
• West Ham vs Huddersfield (Saturday) talkSPORT 2
• Swansea vs Manchester City (Saturday) talkSPORT
• Wolves vs Manchester United (Saturday) talkSPORT
• Millwall vs Brighton (Sunday) talkSPORT 2
• Fulham vs Liverpool (Sunday) talkSPORT

This years been a real learning curve, but Ive enjoyed every minute of it.Hopefully I can continue to get better at it and climb up the league structures.As a young British manager you have to earn the right to manage in the Premier League. Hopefully one day Ill get the opportunity to make an impact on the highest stage possible.

---

Beste Galerie von kane.html - michelewilliamsphotography.com. kane.html nach seinem studium am berühmten londoner central saint martins college gründete christopher kane im jahre 2006 gemeinsam mit seiner schwester sein gleichnamiges label und begeisterte von anfang an mit verspielten raffinierten details sowie einem ultra femininen look, kane als jungenname herkunft bedeutung namenstag im
Kane.html (102) - Dekorationen Ideen

---

The Bundesliga's current top goalscorer Luka Jovic is also a top target for Liverpool, but the Reds face competition from Barcelona and Bayern Munich for the 20-year-old Frankfurt and Serbia

---

Manchester United v Southampton: Preview, Team News

---

The charge sheet against Maurizio Sarri: Five reasons Chelsea fans feel relationship may be broken beyond repair If Sarri is at Chelsea next season, His tenure so far reflects badly on
Chelsea news: Maurizio Sarri 'U-turn', Gonzalo Higuain's

---

Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has been charged with misconduct in relation to alleged breaches of the Football Association's betting rules, the English governing body said on
Paul Scholes charged by the FA over alleged betting breach

---

Crystal Palace have emerged as contenders to sign Roma striker Patrick Schick in January, according to reports in Italy. The 22-year-old Czech Republic striker has found his opportunities limited in Rome so far this season, with former Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko preferred up front.
Crystal Palace show interest in £36million Patrik Schick who
bigwnews.com/sport/crystal-palace-show-interest-in-36million-patrik-schick-who-would-bring-stunning-girlfriend-and-sister-to-premier-league/
Schick is known in Italy for being surrounded by beautiful women and he could soon be bringing them to the Premier League if he were to join Crystal Palace. He dates Hana Behounkova who regularly posts glamorous images from her travels around the world. In addition, Schick's sister Kristyna is a model with over 100,000 followers on Instagram.
Everton make contact with AS Roma over Patrik Schick move

---

Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's fourth goal during the Champions League quarterfinals, 2nd leg, soccer match between FC Porto and Liverpool at
Google News - Liverpool beat Porto in Champions League match

---

GONE FLAT The Red Devils have had four different managers and have not won the Premier League since Sir Alex left in 2013 Manchester United have been 'trying to charge an iPhone with a Nokia charger' since Sir Alex Ferguson left, former goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard has claimed.
Manchester United after Sir Alex Ferguson 'like trying to

---

Nov 10, 2018 · The first leg of the eagerly anticipated Copa Libertadores final between bitter rivals Boca Juniors and River Plate at La Bombonera on Saturday has been postponed due to heavy rain and an
Boca Juniors v River Plate: Match postponed because of heavy rain

---

Real Madrid have completed the signing of Luka Jovic from Eintracht Frankfurt, with the highly-rated striker penning a six-year contract with the Blancos. 70m Real Madrid move on six-year
Official: Real Madrid sign Luka Jovic on six-year deal

---

Crystal Palace's club doctor has complained of being racially abused before the team's game with Bournemouth at Selhurst Park.. Dr. Zafar Iqbal was making his way to the game with his children
Palace support 'gobsmacked' club doctor after racist abuse

---