I was saluted by Alex Ferguson when I was subbed and that made me very happy.
I know I'm a good professional, I know that no one's harder on me than myself and that's never going to change, under any circumstances.
To me, being the best means proving it in different countries and championships.
To be honest, there are no problems between me and Messi. People have their own opinions about who they think is the better player. It is what it is, but there is no rivalry beyond games and what happens on the pitch.
I'm proud to play for Real Madrid because I have fun; when you no longer have fun it's a sign that it's time to leave. For now though, I'm happy here at the greatest club in the world.
At United, there are great traditions, which you can't buy in one or two years. They are created by victories. You need to prove again and again that you are better than the others. Manchester United have always done this, and are still doing it, so they are the best.
I never promise anything. I don't promise anything to my mum. I don't promise anything to the supporters.
I'm aware that, whatever the circumstances, there will always be speculation about me.
I have practically no private life. I'm already used to this and ready for it. Yes, sometimes it is hard, but it is the choice I made.
I want to consistently play well and win titles. I'm only at the beginning.
It obviously bothers people when Real Madrid win. It makes them jealous. There isn't a level playing field.