England and Man Utd defender Luke Shaw discusses England's win over Switzerland, the semi-final with the Netherlands, Bukayo Saka and more.
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Last four months have been really tough, expected to come back a lot sooner
00:44 Fit to play 90/120? I think I am but that’s down to Gareth
01:05 I don’t understand the criticism of Southgate given what he’s done, taken us to the next level, we love him and he’s exactly what we need
02:18 Wasn’t a surprise to see ten Hag sign new deal, everyone is very pleased and there’s more success to come
03:10 Mentally my motivation was to help England
04:03 Plan was to come back around the second or third game but I had a little setback, the coaching and medical staff have been amazing
04:59 Southgate one of the best man managers, real togetherness in the squad
05:40 Not being involved was quite hard but it motivated me more
06:12 More pressure coming on at 1-0 down? No didn’t feel anything, just excited I was coming back and remain priority was to win the game
06:43 Last two wins have brought the group closer together
07:19 Shaking hands with Swiss straight after Trent pen? I’ve been in that situation before and I knew how that felt
08:01 Depay is a massive threat, I know what he’s capable of, they’re a top team
08:37 Bellingham’s progress has been frightening, as a young lad when he first came in you could see the talent and mentality, he thrives under pressure
09:51 Key to transformation since 2016? Way more belief than we’ve ever had, togetherness and helps with players we have now, world class all over the pitch and it’s getting to crunch time now
10:51 Victory without Kane on pitch? Shows strength in depth, can replace one world class player with another
11:24 It was tough watching like a fan, felt more nervous than playing but never once felt we were going out
12:26 The growth from Mainoo is scary, been really quick, his qualities have shown and I don’t see him as a young lad anymore, he’s one of our main players, world at his feet and can do everything and achieve anything
13:30 Not surprised by how easily he’s taken it in his stride, did it at United
14:12 Surprised at you being only left back in squad? Maybe a little bit but know what Trippier can do
14:53 Did you think you could miss whole tournament after setback? Yes I think so, I was worried but only a minor one, it was just in training and overstretched
15:40 Vulnerabilities of Netherlands? I don’t think they have any, really well coached but have to focus on what we have to do
16:08 Happy with draw compared to France and Spain? Doesn’t matter, we’re confident whoever we’re playing
16:36 Erik ten Hag advice on Netherlands? He sent me a cheeky message about the game, I’m not saying what it was!
17:04 Prefer no extra time? I don’t know really, me growing up I’ve always known extra time and that’s how it should be really
17:47 Weghorst? He’s a very strong opponent in and around the box and in duels in the air, very hard worker and been having an impact off the bench
18:31 Things on an upward trajectory at United? I definitely think it’s in the right place now with the boss signing a new contract and new owners coming in, big buzz around the place and can see things getting much better
19:11 What makes Saka so special? Most humble guy I’ve ever met and most lol able person, everyone would say the same thing, honest and very hard working with amazing talent, was extremely happy for him after the penalty with what he’s been through, everyone just loves him
20:10 It’s going to be a real tough game
20:44 Missing link to play more attractive football? Most important thing is winning games but like to think I can help team, at the moment whether people like it or not we’re in the semi-finals
21:44 Most powerful team? Any four of them, everyone has shown the qualities but there’s no way we can focus on others
22:20 Bellingham Ballon D’Or? Of course! He’s had an unbelievable season, adding the euros wouldn’t be a bad year
22:50 Referee being a match fixer and history with Jude? We have to respect UEFA with whoever they decide, we just focus on the game
23:22 Don’t pay attention to refs
23:59 The motivation is massive, I remember the feeling after the final and it was the worst I’ve ever felt
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