I started playing futsal in the favela because it was the closest pitch to where we lived. I think it was good for me, playing in a small space like that. You have to think and act quickly. — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I have no idea if anyone is watching me from the Brazil national team, but the best way to have a chance is to… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
Most of the youngsters I grew up playing with do not have a career in the game now. Sometimes people think it is easy… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
Like everyone else, I thought Messi was the best player in the world, and to be here with him now is a fantastic honour.… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I love to play football, and when I come on the pitch, I want to do my best to help the team. It's up… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I need to spend some time at a club, but I also need to enjoy my football to play my best. I didn't lose… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
What I need to do is to work hard and to always do my best to help the team. — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I wouldn't say we were middle class. There was not lots of money for nice things. But we never wanted for the things we… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I have so many memories and have so many people to thank at Liverpool. I have to improve as a player. In my head,… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I have conquered my space in four, five years and never had any problems with anyone - the fans, the board, my team-mates, the… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
Aine plays a huge part in everything I do. We didn't study together; we didn't really have mutual friends, except for one, who had… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I'd be happy if I was part of a Liverpool side that kept winning titles, cups, and made history. I just want to win… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
Football is more disputed in England than it is in Italy. Every match is a very hard match because the referee doesn't blow his… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
I believe in finding somewhere you can express yourself, play without fear, play with everything you have. When you find that place, stay. — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
Liverpool is a great club, and we have to put Liverpool back in the Champions League. — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
My confidence has been really building since my time at Espanyol. The two coaches are actually very similar on the pressing side of the… — Philippe Coutinho Copy Share Image
