Athlete

For me, as a coach, it is important to put together a team that not only blends but finds the right balance between defence and offence.

I adore football, and if I do a job, I do it 100 per cent.

You cannot play the position Kroos plays in defensive midfield besides Luka Modric better than he does.

Do you think that a Franck Ribery can always expect to play? No. When he is not on form, he will not play.

It's not very wise to keep a player who has just one year left on his contract and really wants to leave.

You cannot underestimate any team that has qualified for a semi-final.

Some feel old at 45.

I do not like comparisons that much. Each team has its own inner life.

Not having to constantly remind everyone what's required is an important part of being successful.

Our standards at Bayern are extremely high, with every training session at very high intensity.

To win the Champions League for a second time or even to have been in three finals and won two of them is a bit special.

Cristiano Ronaldo is a player who often plays on the left side and moves between the lines.

I'm keeping myself busy with hobbies and sport. I have my animals and a huge garden.

Arjen does not have to say that he should do the exercises at 100 per cent; he does it anyway. You have to slow him down more. He is unique; he does everything for his job.