Mauricio Pochettino believes that Wembley Stadium is “the best place in the world to play football” and the venue helped changed his impression of English people.

The Tottenham manager grew up in Argentina during the Falklands conflict and did not have a fond view of this country.

But he admits he now loves England thanks largely to the fondness he has for Wembley, Spurs’ temporary home.

He certainly does not share the view of Danny Rose who claimed this week that “it was no longer an honour” to play at the national stadium as Tottenham wait for the new White Hart Lane, expected early 2019, to be completed.

“I didn’t hear him or what he said,” said Pochettino in a passionate response. “I’m not going to create any agitation with him or any other player, everyone is entitled to an opinion.

“But if you ask me I’m so, so happy to play at Wembley. I was born in Argentina, when I heard England for the first time it was with the problems with the Falklands, it was very sad news. I was in Argentina in my home town.

“When I arrived to Europe and played a World Cup against England and when arrived at Southampton, I changed my mind completely in the way I see this country.