Ronnie Edwards answers 21 UEFA U21 EURO related questions

Already a European champion with England, Young Lions defender Ronnie Edwards was named in Lee Carsley's under-21s squad for this summer's UEFA U21 EURO Finals.

But before heading out to the tournament, he answered 21 EURO-related questions.

1. You're packing your suitcase for the EUROs. What is one essential item that you're packing?

Deodorant!

2. What is one luxury item you’re packing?

That would be my phone.

3. You’re boarding the plane to Slovakia. How do you like to pass the time on a plane journey?

I watch some Netflix or just socialise.

4. Who do you usually sit with on the plane?

Alex Scott.

5. What is your favourite thing about staying in a hotel and what do you look for in a hotel?

I like it to be clean and I like stuff to do, in terms of entertainment or a swimming pool. That’s about it!

6. Who would you pick as a roommate?

Alex Scott again.

7. How do you spend your down-time on camp?

I play Call of Duty.

8. What kind of character or personality would you say you are in the group?

I’d say I’m chilled and always open for chats.

9. What do you miss most from home when you’re away?

My dog. He’s a black labrador called Eddie.

10. What is your favourite meal to eat on camp?

I wouldn’t be able to pick a favourite. All of our food is good!

11. What is your pre-match routine?

I wake up, have breakfast, have a coffee and then chill, have another coffee and then I’m ready to go.

12. What genre of music do you listen to before a game? Do you have a favourite song or album?

Just whatever is on in the changing room, I’m fine with. We listen to a lot of R&B but it depends on who is DJ.

A special group 🙌

Ronnie Edwards was full of praise for the #YoungLions squad and staff after their unbeaten start at the #U19EURO finals:

— England (@England) June 25, 2022

13. Who do you sit with on the bus journey to a game?

Alex Scott!

14. How do you recover after a game and what is your routine to wind down?

If we’ve got a game close to each other, I’d get in the ice bath straight after and get a massage.

15. Who is your biggest supporter?

I’d say everyone, especially my mum and dad.

16. Have you ever been to Slovakia before? What are you most looking forward to about visiting?

We actually won the EUROs in Slovakia with the under-19s in 2022. It was an unreal experience.

17. What do you enjoy most about being on camp?

Spending time with different people – it’s refreshing. Like I said, the entertainment you get and how well you’re looked after.

18. What is your favourite memory representing England?

The Final of the EUROs and I’d also say the World Cup. Even though we didn’t win it, it was a good experience in Argentina. 

19. What is your favourite memory as a fan supporting England?

I’d probably say the last EUROs [in 2024]. Also, I was too young but what stands out is David Beckham’s goal against Greece [in 2001].

20. What are three words to describe how you’re feeling heading into this tournament?

Excited, motivated and win.

21. How would you sum up your emotions when you pull on an England shirt and step on to the pitch?

I’m proud – very proud.