Quotes from David Alaba

When we talk about racists, first, racists still exist on this earth. They're in Europe and in Austria and Germany where we play, in Italy. I've heard a lot of things and also have my own experience with that. We don't have space for this, especially in football, but also just on the Earth.

I started jogging with my dad when I was five years old.

I used to spend hours on the laptop watching free kicks on YouTube - again and again. You obviously learn a thing or two.

I think Mr. Ancelotti is a coach who speaks to the players a lot, not only as a team but also with the individual player. He tries to talk to you and wants to make sure to explain to you what he wants you to do on the pitch. That's important, and if you listen to it, you're going to learn a lot.

Messi is not human with the ball.

I'm better on the pitch than with the microphone.

I've said it a few times over the years that I'm very happy in midfield.

A final in Berlin is always something special.

We want to win every game, that is typical for Bayern.

If you reach the Champions League semifinals three times in a row that speaks for itself. To win this competition isn't easy.

I feel very comfortable at Bayern Munich.

Munich is a great place for me.

I want to be successful with the national team and Bayern.

Playing for the national team, you are aware that a whole country wants you to succeed, but you mustn't get side-tracked.

The season lasts a long time, and we need not only a high-level squad but also a big squad.

Getting into the senior squad was an important step for me. I can learn a lot, not only on the pitch but also in everyday life.

We have a great squad at Bayern Munich and our German players are very important for us - we know their qualities and they are hungry for success.

I think it's obviously no secret that my buddy is Franck Ribery.

I can imagine trying something else but I really feel very comfortable at Bayern. Every year there a new challenges and new objectives and the pressure will always be there.

I know from experience that it is crucial that I use my strengths.

We are Bayern Munich and we don't have to hide from any opponent!

We want to make our dreams come true and the Champions League is a dream for all of us.

I played No10 for Austria.

When you come home and dad's making music, sister's making music and my mum is also very musical - you can't escape it.