A biography for Michael Ballackhasn’t been written yet.
“If you want to work as a coach for longer term you need consistency, trust in the club and also the environment around the club.”
“Of course there should be training sessions open to the public, but not always.”
“Sure, Mourinho was obviously crucial for my move to Chelsea.”
“Football is not about possession or playing a nice passing game. Football is about winning games.”
“Things aren't always full of sunshine, there has to be friction at times as well.”
“Titles are sometimes overrated.”
“If too much harmony dominates, then aggression can get lost.”
“Pogba is a great talent.”
“Football is not always harmonious.”
“I was able to turn my hobby into my profession, and I am thankful for that. But I have other interests beside football, and I can devote my time to them now.”
“With a coach like Mourinho, it's probably easier for a club to get top stars.”
“I want to prove myself at Chelsea and be successful in the Premiership and the Champions League.”
“We know the history of players at Real Madrid and things are not easy at that club.”
“I was able to play for and captain my country.”
“Italian teams are difficult to beat even if they play away.”
“I am happy to play in the Premier League. It's a competition which encourages players to give only their very best week in, week out and you have to be 100%.”
“We will give everything for the FA Cup, Champions League and Premier League.”
“I hope that people will remember me as a special footballer.”
“Experienced national players deserve at least some respect and loyalty.”
“When you are not winning, the coach is more or less the weakest person in the team who can be replaced.”