I am certainly not the most talented player in the world; there's many a more talented player than me.

Footballers do get a hard time, and there is a lot of generalization going on. When you get to meet players and know them as lads, it's always a bit different.

In a way, I've thrived on the competition, perhaps it has made a better player because of it.

I'm happy here, and why change when you love the club and the club's in a really good position right now.

I come from a football family which has really helped.

I loved being in America. It was a great experience. People will be drawn to China because of the money but the lifestyle, everything about America, I couldn't recommend it enough.

I've enjoyed every minute of travelling and playing for my country. What an honour that is.