Portugal have a mix of players and talent, which is what Portuguese players and coaches are often about. It's like play-ground football.
Mr. Mourinho is a wonderful coach and did great things at Porto, winning trophies, and I will respect that.
It's normal that there's pressure at Real Madrid.
It is one thing to have quality and another to be a great player.
In any national team, the young players who have quality and the right mentality will stand out. And that's how it should be.
There's always a mix of generations in the national team. You have to bring the best players you think will help you win matches.
The players who have been with the national team for a long time are used to international competitions, used to playing against the best in the world.
Our players have a fantastic attitude, and people are going to see a Madrid side with a lot of talent.
Germany are extremely fast and strong.
I don't waste energy thinking about who I prefer and who I don't.
It's always special to return to Real Madrid because I've always considered it as being home. It's where I grew up, learned my trade, and the club has played a big part in who I am today.
I'm the Real Madrid coach, and the demands are huge.
I'm hungry and ambitious.
Us coaches love to have as many players available as possible.
It is always special to play at the Santiago Bernabeu.
I don't like to compare players or talk about having to carry the weight of the team.
I speak to my players when I deem it necessary, but they are private conversations.
Sergio Ramos looks great to me. He always looks after himself, and he's coming back in the shape you'd expect. He doesn't let himself go when he's away on holiday.
I hate false nines.
I'm very happy with Bale. He loves playing for Real Madrid, and he's got a chance to show what a wonderful footballer he can be.
