98 Quotes by Gareth Barry

One of my strengths is focusing on football, and even in the summer, I try not to switch off too much.

I'm never going to be seen as an attacking midfielder who's going to dribble past anyone, create untold chances, and score lots of goals, but going forward is something I've always enjoyed doing.

My head has just been all about wanting to play regular football in the Premier League.

The main reason I have joined Everton is not to try to help my England ambitions - that will come if I am playing consistently well for Everton.

The easy part, for me, is always playing my football.

Defensive midfield can be the one position that's easier to play as you get older.

As a player, you always want to play - it would be wrong to say otherwise - but you can always understand the manager's reasons if he decides to leave you out.

You don't see too many attacking flair players continuing until their mid-30s at a high level.

I used to say I preferred midfield because I enjoy trying to make goals, and scoring is a buzz.