England will host Ireland in the upcoming UEFA Nations League B first round match at 0:00 a.m. Beijing time on Sunday. Prior to the match, England's interim skipper, Mr. Casley, attended a press conference to share his expectations for the match, his views on the Irish team and his unique personal experience of playing for two national teams.
Team atmosphere and preparation
Carsley said he felt the warmth of the atmosphere just an hour and a half after arriving at the team, with a warm welcome from the boys and high expectations from the crowd making him feel good. He emphasized the team's focus on controlling the game rather than just chasing results in training this week, and he was impressed by the enthusiasm shown by the players.
Expectations of an Irish atmosphere
Given Gralish and Rice's special links with Ireland, Casley expects the game to be filled with an exciting and passionate atmosphere. He is confident that the players will be able to adapt and enjoy the intensity of this Premier League level of play.
Individual treatment and team style
Despite having made 39 appearances for Ireland himself, Casley said he wasn't sure exactly how he would be treated in the game, but he sensed positive signs from the reception he received outside the training ground. He revealed the team tried three to four different ways of playing the game, aiming to play to the strengths of the players rather than sticking to a particular style.
Consolidating achievements and looking to the future
Carsley emphasized that this England team is not a fresh start, but a strong team that has just competed in the Euros and reached the final. He sees this as an opportunity to build on past achievements and move on, the standard of the squad is high and he wants the players to go further.
Stay calm in the face of your old master
Coming up against the Irish team he once played for, Casley said he hadn't started to think seriously about it until recently. He is excited and confident in his players, while emphasizing staying calm and respecting his history during the game.
Friend Support and Greenwood Issues
Casley revealed that his Irish friends are very supportive and proud of him. As for the question of Greenwood's willingness to play for England, he made it clear that Greenwood is not in the team's thoughts at the moment.
Memories of the Irish Years
Casley recalled some of his big moments with Ireland, including a memorable debut against Romania. He is proud of his career with Ireland and says these memories will stay with him for the rest of his life.
Respect your opponent and look forward to a great matchup
On new Ireland head coach Hallgrimsson, Casley said he will treat his opponents with respect and seriousness. He wants the game to be energetic and fast-paced and expects both sides to show good training and motivation. At the same time, he expressed confidence that England can continue to improve.
