I don't like the showy nationalism - a tattoo, wrapping yourself in a flag - that doesn't matter to me. The way to show your patriotism and commitment is to go and support or play for your team. Gary Speed commitmentflagmatter Change image and share on social
Everyone tells me to play as long as you can. Sometimes, it goes in one ear and out the other. Gary Speed earlongplay Change image and share on social
What's important is Welsh football and that it progresses. Gary Speed footballimportantprogress Change image and share on social
I love everything about playing for Newcastle, the club, the fans and the city. Gary Speed cityclubfan Change image and share on social
Everyone I know is fervently proud to be Welsh but you try not to be preachy about it. It's difficult at times. But when I go home to north Wales, or to somewhere I've never been in south Wales, I still feel at home because I'm in Wales. It's hard to explain. Gary Speed difficultexplainfeel share on social
You've got to believe you can get a result from the game. Gary Speed gamehaveresult Change image and share on social
I have won 85 caps and have had a great career with Wales and have enjoyed every minute of it. Gary Speed capcareerenjoy Change image and share on social
I didn't want to leave Newcastle, but that's football. Gary Speed footballleavenewcastle Change image and share on social
If I had my time again and was able to change one thing from my career then I wouldn't have retired. I would have played for Wales longer. Gary Speed careerchangelong Change image and share on social
I had a lot of times with Wales as well when we were getting beat - and beaten well - and you learn to deal with it. You learn that next time it happens, you roll your sleeves up and give everything for the team. Gary Speed beatdealgive share on social
