Quotes About National team

If I play well for Holland, I am sure that I will have my chance for Milan.

I have played on the left for Koln sometimes and the national team; it is not something special.

It doesn't hurt to hear talk about the Spain national team.

Being named as a finalist for the USA Basketball National Team is an unbelievable feeling and an opportunity that is truly humbling. It is an honor to be included with such talented players and I look forward to the chance to represent my country this summer.

I was approached by Sue Campbell to give my thoughts on whether I'd be interested in being the next head coach of the women's national team. Straight away, I was unbelievably excited and honoured to be approached by Sue.

For me, it is all about the bigger picture and what is right for England. I haven't enjoyed watching us play in all our games, but away in Germany, against Spain and Germany at home, I've enjoyed the performance.

Truth to be told, yes, it does feel very strange to be in the Spain setup without Xavi. Ever since I broke through for Barca and Spain he's always been around. We've always had a great relationship and he's always set an example in every way, when it comes to camaraderie, how much help he's given me and, above all, in footballing terms.

I have improved with time by playing for elite teams in elite leagues and the Champions League and with the Spanish national team in World Cups and European Championships.

To play at Stamford Bridge for Brazil would be great. To play for the national team is already special but to do it here would be a very special occasion.

About Mali, they came to my house. We spoke and after that, the guy posed for a picture giving me a Mali shirt. With Spain I didn't go because I was injured. When the time comes, you will see which team I decide.

I actually spoke to all the national team players who play in the Premier League, asking about what the league is like and the style of play. It's one thing watching it on the TV, but being involved in it every day is another thing.

The most important thing is that Spain have a good team no matter who plays. It is always nice to see your name spoken but the important thing is that the national team does well. But having good players for every position is important because there are always injuries, drops of form.

I am very happy to have been called up by the national team. It's indeed another achievement in my career and I've worked a lot and very hard for this moment.

For Croatians it means everything to play for the national team. Because of the past. A lot of people died in the war. It's like a duty for us to give everything.

Carlo Ancelotti is a good coach and a good man. I worked with him for just three months at Parma, before I left for Chelsea, although I had worked with him before with the national team. In my first game for the national team I played with him.

For Brazil or any other national team in the world, to play Uruguay is a commitment and a very tough match.

Of course when you are starting to be a coach you want to do your best and my national team is my dream.

Coaching the national team would be great.

Playing for the national team is always an honour. We must make the most of every opportunity.

I've had a great time with the national team and enjoyed some amazing moments.

Well, Italy is huge for me. I've been going back every summer, not just to see my family, but play with the Italian National Team. So, Italy plays a huge role in my life. It will always play a huge role in my life.

Yugoslavia is a little country, and everybody likes basketball. If I don't play for my national team, everybody be sad.

I know what I'm capable of and I had that chance to show that on the national team, but also, more importantly, the Summer League.

Of course, for the national team it is good to have Mesut Ozil in good form.