Why did Ledley King find it hard to play for England? Who was the hardest Premier League Striker Ledley King faced? Rio Ferdinand, Joel Beya & Stephen Howson sit down with Legendary Premier League Centre-back Ledley King. Ledley King talks about the difference in today’s defending compared to when he was playing, as well as sharing some insightful stories from his career . Stay tuned to hear Ledley King’s experience internationally with England, his view on Modric & Gerrard, and much more! Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe and hit that notification bell so you never miss a minute of football coverage, exclusive interviews, and fiery debates this season!

0:00; - Intro
1:20; - Ledley’s footballing ability
3:10; - Ledley’s Favourite Player
3:53; - His midfield stint for England
6:34; - Ledley’s trust in his game
7:28; - Ledley on Thierry Henry and players he’s played against over the years
10:36; - Ledley on when he realised he was going to make it
13:29; - Ledley on Peter Crouch
15:22; - Sol Campbell’s influence
16:17 - What he was doing to be the best defender
20:52; - Managers that helped him tactically improve
22:16; - Rio and Ledley on the third defender to play alongside in a back three
24:39; - The difference between defenders back then and now
26:52; - Are defenders better now or back then?
28:55; - Ledley on if he should have played for England more?
31:05; - His leadership traits
34:53; - His football routine throughout the week
36:05; - Ledley on playing through injuries
43:25; - Ledley’s experience coming back from injury after the World Cup
44:40; - Ledley after his big operation at Tottenham
46:04; - Ledley on Harry Redknapp, Bale and Modric
49:00; - Best player he’s trained with

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