The ball gave me prestige, gave me fame, gave me riches. Thank you, my old friend.

Reputations do not win matches and trophies, only goals can do that

I am also amazed with Messi, what he is doing is very good. He contributes alot of very good things for the team. He is an individualist, but he always plays for the team.He covers well at the back, is organized and finishes well with both feet. He is mischievous, and is a very intelligent player. He applies pressure just where the pressure is needed.

Scoring goals is like making love: everyone can do it, but nobody does it like me.

I chose Real Madrid instead of Barcelona because I'm a winner, not a loser

I don't want to be idolized, I just want to play. And to do that you have to run and sweat.

The ball gave me prestige, gave me fame, gave me riches. Thank you, my old friend.