I've always had a sense of responsibility, whether I've been captain or not. But I must say that I'm both pleased and proud to be Portugal captain, despite how young I am, because I know what it means. My job is still the same though. I need to do what I do best out on the pitch, and that's score goals and help my team win.

I still remember when my teacher told me that football wouldn't give me anything to eat

I'm ready to lose my life if that's what Portugal needs to win. I'll play vs USA even if I play with one leg.

We don't want to tell our dreams. We want to show them

Without football, my life is worth nothing.

But I don't want to be compared to anyone like to impose my own style of play and do the best for myself and for the club here.

I'm aware that, whatever the circumstances, there will always be speculation about me.