Kasper Schmeichel, who has won 106 caps for Denmark, was raised in England but his father insisted, "England is for English people; Kasper was born Danish."
Aston Villa's Cash, born in England, opted for Poland at 24. Despite living his life in England, he felt overlooked by the English national team.
Wes Morgan, former Leicester City captain, became a key player for Jamaica at 32 after a successful Premier League career, showcasing late bloomers can make significant impacts.
Brentford's Pinnock and Robinson both chose to represent countries of their ancestry, illustrating the complex ties players have with their identities and national teams.
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