"People think we don't give a toss about the game, but when I walked out of Windsor Park that night I felt lower than a snake's belly. The reality is still there"
- Rio Ferdinand
About this Quote
In this quote, Rio Ferdinand is addressing the misconception that he and his group do not care about the video game of football. He explains that regardless of this belief, he personally felt deeply dissatisfied and beat after leaving Windsor Park. The phrase "lower than a snake's belly" recommends a feeling of extreme frustration and defeat. Ferdinand is highlighting that the reality of their performance and loss is still present, in spite of what others might think. This quote highlights the passion and commitment that Ferdinand and his team have for the video game, regardless of any criticism or doubts from others.
"The opportunity to create a small world between two pieces of cardboard, where time exists yet stands still, where people talk and I tell them what to say, is exciting and rewarding"
