Messi is the great player of this generation, like there were great players in other generations.

The street is the best way to become a good footballer.

Some games you win, some you lose, and some you draw.

I was never a prisoner to my footballing status.

Whenever I was on the pitch, I always tried to win.

What differences were there between Maradona and Platini?

We were the best team in the world: European champions in 1984, we qualified without a hitch and 86 was to be the swan song for a very experienced side.