You must respect people and work hard to be in shape. And I used to train very hard. When the others players went to the beach after training, I was there kicking the ball.

Yes, I have a lot of business interests. But I don't work for just anyone, and I choose the companies very carefully.

The biggest family in the world is football, because football has more associate - and FIFA, for example - has more associates than UNESCO.

The level of football in England is the top. English football is the leader in the world.

To be a striker you need to be in good shape.

Nelson Mandela was one of the most influential people in my life. He was my hero, my friend, and also a companion to me in our fight for the people and for world peace. Let us all continue his legacy with purpose and passion.

When I was playing, they said soccer was a man's world and women should remain on the sidelines, all I can say is I'm glad I never had to go up against Mia Hamm