Friday 3 June 2016 17:23, UK
Raheem Sterling has suggested England's players are in a better frame of mind heading into Euro 2016 than they were at the Brazil World Cup.
The Three Lions have won three out of three warm-up games but Sterling cast light into the mindset of the squad by revealing that he missed his family while in South America two years ago.
The Manchester City forward insists there are positives to take from England's preparation wins over Turkey, Australia and Portugal, and getting into the habit of winning is the most important thing.
He told Sky Sports News HQ: "We've put ourselves in a good position, mentally as well. We're mentally ready and raring to go.
"I was young in Brazil - I'm still young now - but I learned a lot from it, mainly with the down time. I missed my family a lot but now I'm enjoying it more.
"There's a real togetherness in the squad, and we're not missing home as much so that's got to be a positive.
"There was definitely some positives we can take from the Portugal game, and stuff we can work on. It's so far, so good. The most important thing is that we've won three games, and if it's an ugly win then we'll take that.
"We've shown good stuff at times and done well so far. There's a few positives to take from our defensive work and we'll take it onto the training ground and improve for the tournament."
Sterling has been used in a variety of positions in the warm-up matches; on the left and right as well as the head of a midfield diamond - and he insists he is willing to play anywhere for his country.
"It's good to know the manager trusts me in these different positions and I'm happy to play in any for my country," he said.
"All I can do is keep training well and doing my best, and showing the manager what I can do. It's his decision at the end of the day and I've got to respect that.
"The manager has a few players at his disposal and I'm sure whoever he picks will do a good job for the country. It's great to have so many players to choose from.
"I've said to myself that when I come away with England I have to work to help the team. I'm focused on doing the best for my country and go as far as we can go."
Sterling was speaking at a Nike England event in central London, as he and other England players collected their kit for Euro 2016.
