159 Quotes by John Barnes

From the perspective of what happened with Celtic people might argue that I didn't have the experience for another big job but I don't think my experience with Celtic explains why I couldn't get a job in the fourth division.

Young English managers don't get enough time, young black managers aren't given enough time, there are a lot of reasons why.

There is a misconception over whether black ex-players can make successful managers.

I remember when I was 13 or 14 friends coming over and my father telling them the benefits of joining the army. But he knew that army life wasn't for me. I was a little bit too laid back and lackadaisical and ill-disciplined.

I used to think you had to be very selfish, but as I get older my views on life change.

Generally speaking, ego isn't a good thing. Humility is the most important quality in a human being.