My mum and dad did everything for me. They supported me, gave me a lot of advice. That support is everything. It gives you the confidence you need.

My dad used to take me and my brothers to the park to play football all the time. I remember every moment.

Critics help you progress: you end up working more; you want to show them they are wrong.

I would have no problem with living in China. I like discovering new places and cultures, and I would not go alone - my family would go with me.

Some people say there is a beauty about defending. Beauty is nice, but the most important thing is success.

It is difficult to play with your back to goal.

If you have beauty but win nothing, it is no use.

I've never destroyed someone's career.

The team that wants it the hardest wins, but there have been times when I came out as the villain.

If I can do something, I do it. If not, I give the ball to someone else.

My journey, my life, has not been easy. I have had to fight.

I know what I can do and what I can't.

I am physical, not aggressive. Well, aggressive with the ball, but I don't kick people.

There are many good players in England who are very good in the air. When you're up against Nemanja Vidic or Vincent Kompany, it's a real challenge.

I'm not unbeatable.

I have always said that I want to play at the highest level.

I do cut my hair regularly because otherwise, after a few months, I wouldn't be able to see the ball any more - especially when there's a lot of rain.

When you change a manager like Sir Alex Ferguson, it is difficult.

I try to do my job, give the best of myself, and win games.

It's different to play midfielder and striker or No. 10, but I enjoy all the positions I can play.

In the past, I played No. 10 and No. 9 sometimes when I had to help the team. I can play there and help my team-mates and my team; it's not important where I play. It's important to win the game.

I have always felt good with the players at United, but with the supporters, it was difficult a little bit when I arrived.

During my first season at Manchester, the team was not performing, and I was the scapegoat.

I can play different positions.