I was lucky to come from a difficult area. It teaches you not just about football but also life. There were lots of kids from different races and poor families. People had to struggle to get through the day.

We must not let ourselves get driven off course, no matter what happens we must stick to our natural game.

The England team must always be respected. They always fight to the end.

My father is an Algerian, proud of who he is and I am proud that my father is Algerian.

I am supposed to set an example to young players.

The only important thing I have to say is that my father never fought against his country.

My toughest opponent? Scholes of Manchester. He is the complete midfielder.