When I was younger, I played as a right-back. I also played as a central defender, but I realised that I could dominate the ball quite calmly, so I started playing further forward in front of the back four. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share Image
I started out as a defender. I played as a full-back, and then I moved into the centre. I played defence right the way through until the Under-18s. Honestly! — Roberto Firmino Copy Share Image
I'm not used to doing press conferences, and I don't like giving interviews. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
A lot of Brazilians are very superstitious, especially footballers. I'm the same. I always step on to the pitch with my right foot first. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
Professor Tite has played a big role in the Selecao's ascent. He's a brilliant coach, with a unique way of working, but he's also… — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
I have always worked very hard in my career. Always working towards a good moment. And when you plan, the rewards appear. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
I like to relax; of course I do! But when I am inside the pitch, that is it. You have to go on full… — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
I think the Brazil system is similar to the one we use at Liverpool, with lots of movement, players open out wide, and quality… — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
I don't think it's a problem if you play well and don't score, when you are creating chances. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
Certainly my dream is to lift the Premier League trophy with Liverpool, and that's what we are trying to do. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
Everybody knows that Coutinho is a great footballer - here in England, they call him 'The Magician.' He made his decision to join Barcelona,… — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
I was only 19 when I came to Hoffenheim. Everything was new to me - a strange country, a foreign language. That was not… — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
Everyone hears stories about what it means to be a Liverpool player, but, until you live it personally, you cannot really understand it. — Roberto Firmino Copy Share
