Rio Ferdinand England Quotations

I didn't expect to be dropped by England

Being dropped was a wake-up call. If I had regarded it as anything else I wouldn't deserve to be anywhere near the England squad.

It doesn't matter whether you're a senior or not, if something needs saying to a colleague it will be said.

He has always been a slippery little git! (on Joe Cole)

I will be gutted if Roy does go because I would far rather he stayed at Old Trafford. (on Roy Keane leaving Manchester United)

It's great to see young players like Kieran coming out and not being intimidated by it. (on Kieran Richardson)