I think Bellingham hits the nail on the head here. It's not about the anthem - truth be told the anthem is shit. And patriotism isn't about loving the royal family despite what some people on the right may claim - neither historically nor in today's climate.
Singing the national anthem is just a chance to show people sitting at home than you're proud to represent them, you're up for the occasion and you're not embarrassed by your country and culture during a time when so many elites who supposedly represent us are.
"We had a choice, it was a very easy one and a very quick one."
Thomas Tuchel says Declan Rice is "one of the very best midfielders in Europe" after explaining why he chose the Arsenal midfielder as his vice-captain 🏴
Fucking bastards, between this and Tuchel’s speech these sneaky fuckers have got me believing AGAIN
I can’t believe they do it every bastard time
Bring it home lads 🏴