Rice reveals why he didn’t celebrate after scoring to help England beat Ireland.
- Declan Rice has revealed he wanted to show respect to his Irish family after he refused to celebrate his goal in England’s 2-0 win over Ireland on Tuesday night.
- In addition to Jack Grealish is another Irish player who has scored goals.
- Rice made three appearances for Ireland before switching to England in 2019.
England midfielder Declan Rice has revealed he wanted to show respect to his Irish family. After he refused to celebrate his goal in the Three Lions’ 2-0 win in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday.
“If I celebrated the goal it would be really disrespectful to Ireland,” the Arsenal midfielder said.
“To be honest, I don’t want to do ทางเข้า ufabet that. My grandparents and my dad’s side of the family were all Irish. Of course, they’re all gone now, but I still remember them.”
“I have had great moments and memories playing for Ireland, both at senior and youth level. I have nothing bad to say, I wish them all the best.”
England, under caretaker manager Lee Carsley, took the lead through and then another Irish player, Jack Grealish, score the final goal to help the team win 0-2.
Rice had three caps for Ireland before switching to England in 2019, but he faced boos from the home fans and refused to celebrate after scoring.