In the high-stakes world of international football, loyalty to one's country often competes with the demands of club football.

Its a shame this week, obviously. Its a tough period of the season and maybe thats been taken advantage of a little bit. I dont really like it if Im totally honest. England comes before anything and any club situation.

E ight England national team stars have pulled out of the Three Lions squad after their call-up to the November international period — leaving interim manager Lee Carsley scramb