I just loved kicking a ball but I was determined to be a footballer and I wanted a professional contract, I would go to any professional club to get one. From 15, all I wanted was to be a footballer. — Demba Ba Copy Share Image
I had no doubts I wanted to be a footballer because that was the only option. — 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
I played in Belgium, in France and in Germany, which was very good - but England is very special. — Demba Ba Copy Share
Where I am from, being able to play in the Champions League is an achievement in itself. — Demba Ba Copy Share
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
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
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
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
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
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
I know there are footballers who want to fight for justice, whether Muslim, Buddhist, Christian, any belief. — Demba Ba Copy Share
