Statements :Michael Ballack

Aims – "You always have to have aims, as they are crucial for motivation!"

Talent – "It's not enough to just possess talent, you also have to work hard to be able to reach your goals."

Celebrating – "That's actually the most wonderful thing about sports."

Media– "Today, the media have an increasingly prominent status."

World Cup – "Winning the World Cup is the biggest sporting success a footballer can have."

Humour - "It's important to take life with a healthy dose of humour."

Fans – "Fans are very important and a confirmation of your own performances. They are the reward for work put in. I'm happy about every fan I have!"

Secret of Success – "Everyone has got his own secret of success."

Goerlitz – "That's the place where I was born. A beautiful, historic city."

Role model – "Many footballers are being admired, especially by young people. That's why they have the position of a role model."