I've played football since I was seven - but loved basketball. Cire, who is one of six brothers, always played in the top two divisions in France. At the age of 15, I started having football trials. And, when I… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
If a defender has the ball and turns, we start pressing the goalkeeper before he passes back because if they make a mistake, it… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
I played in Belgium, in France and in Germany, which was very good - but England is very special. — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
Where I am from, being able to play in the Champions League is an achievement in itself. — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
Rennes wanted me at one point, but in France they have a problem - they don't like taking risks. But if you don't take… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
After playing for several European clubs including Chelsea I opted to come to Shanghai. I wanted to see new things here, to get to… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
Being a Muslim is more important than me being a footballer. A good Muslim is a good person, so I try to be a… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
I know what I'm able to do and I've proved it at every club I've played for. — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
As sportspeople, we have a power we don't even know. If we get together and talk, things change. If we stand up, people stand… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
The most special goal of my career was the one that I scored against Cameroon in injury time to send Senegal into the Africa… — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
When you play, it's to win, to win trophies. That is what it is all about and what is in my mind. — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
