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Stones: England call-up excitement never fades
John Stones says the excitement of being called up for England never fades, reflecting on his continued pride in representing his country.
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John Stones says the excitement of being called up for England never fades, reflecting on his continued pride in representing his country.

John Stones considered retiring after a string of injuries but is now set to start England's World Cup opener against Croatia. The 32-year-old defender says he had to 'dig deep' to overcome the challenging period and is proud of his mental strength.

John Stones discusses England's evolution from the 2018 World Cup, noting the nation's initial lack of belief in the team.