To win a major tournament you have to face the top teams at some point, but if you avoid those at the beginning then you can win games and build confidence. I think the key is just to get off to a good start.
Jermain DefoeIt doesn't matter who you are, football's a business. At some stage you're going to have to leave a football club, that's just normal.
Jermain DefoeThe best thing about football is that the rules are so simple. Anyone can play anywhere.
Jermain DefoeI've always been a religious person, and I try to think that every disappointment might just be a blessing in disguise.
Jermain Defoe