Gianluigi Buffon

In my opinion, there are fewer and fewer great goalkeepers because, with respect to when I started, they have to do so much more compared with in the past. ”

I do not take to the field to defend myself from certain criticisms. If I do, in this kind of career, it is because I'm very self-critical. ”

I was 12 when I turned my back on my goal. And I will keep doing it as long as my legs, my head, and my heart will allow. ”

I have a wealth of experience, but I do not want to coach. I rather like the role of recruiter. ”

My dad suggested I change and try to play in goal. I always liked being at the heart of the action, trying to experience different situations and different challenges. One year, I decided to try playing in goal - after that, I was going to go back to playing outfield. ”

In this job, you accept criticism and give answers on the field. ”

People don't mind you feeling low if you are still performing. But if you've shared too much, and suddenly your performance dips, that's when they start doubting you. ”

I started to play, like all kids do, not as a goalkeeper. I liked scoring goals; in the end, it's all about scoring goals. ”

Every kid thinks about scoring rather than not conceding. ”

I can no longer understand what the parameters are for valuing a player. It's all too random and in the hands of whoever has more money. ”