Young, a late call-up to the squad following injuries to Gary Neville and Micah Richards, was a spectator as England struggled to dispatch a team ranked 163rd in the world.

Travelling fans quickly turned on England coach Steve McClaren and his players in response to an abysmal performance at Barcelona's Olympic Stadium.

The depth of the supporters' hostility prevented the England players who had not been selected for the match-day squad from returning to the stands for the second half.

But while Young admits he was shocked at the reaction, the 27-year-old Charlton right-back insists it has not put him off playing for England.

"I was up in the stands and there were sections of the crowd not really watching the game, just throwing abuse at the players who weren't playing," he said.

"It's disappointing for the manager because after just 14 minutes the boos started - I looked up at the clock to check the time.

"The guys who weren't subs didn't come out for the second half because we were worried for our own safety.

"Steven Gerrard said it was one of the toughest games he'd played in because of the crowd reacting to us like that.

"It's been building up over a period of time and it's difficult for the boys.

"But it would never stop me playing for England and that goes for everyone in the squad.

"If anything it makes you more determined to be involved and to try and prove a few people wrong."

Young has fallen behind Manchester City defender Richards in England's right-back pecking order but is determined to add to his seven caps.

"This call-up was in difficult circumstances. I got a late call and then didn't make the bench," he said.

"That's how it goes but hopefully after a few more games I'll have a chance to get back in there."