Speaking to Ferdinand on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Gerrard says a lack of personal connection between players was ultimately the group's downfall, and how those relationships are now very different now. "I believe we had the football IQ and intelligence to adapt and make it work together," said Gerrard. "But there was a bigger problem with England in my opinion. I think we were all egotistical losers. "I watch the telly now and I see [Jamie] Carragher sitting next to Paul Scholes on this fan debate and they look like they've been best mates for 20 years.
Chloe Kelly explained that the 'clicking' celebration among England forwards was a signal from their group called the 'finishers' or the 'positive clique,' promoting teamwork and enjoyment.
Yesterday we lost, and it hurt. I felt sadness, not just as a player, but as someone who truly cares. Even though I'm currently injured, I picked up the phone right after the match and called a few team-mates to lift their spirits, because that's what you do when you care about your team.
