We all know we will not get rid of these meaningless international games anytime soon or at all for that matter. My blood boils when I hear players are not available because of these games.
We have the following injuries:
- Daniel Sturridge up to three weeks out
- Emre Can could be out for up to six weeks because of his ankle
- Joe Allen issue with his knee
- Martin Skrtel won't be available for the weekend
Squad wise we should able to cope and to add to the injury misery both Glen Johnson and Jon Flanagan are out injured as well.
What is the incentive to play these games? As players they probably want the money as I assume they get paid for these games. Is it a money thing or the fear of being vilified if they refuse to play? Or is it just down to luck? Are they patriotic, wanting to play in all these games if selected or what is it?
Skrtel was injured before the internationals and players want to play for their country as it means that they are considered the best in their country. I don't think that they get paid a lot but it is a honour for them. Who wouldn't like to play in WC finals? It's the biggest stage and it's the dream of every player.
