Julen Lopetegui

I'm hungry and ambitious.

— Julen Lopetegui

In difficult moments, champions come through, and not by listening to what is being said.

— Julen Lopetegui

I hope things go phenomenally well for Spain and for Luis Enrique. I'm a fervent supporter of the national team.

— Julen Lopetegui

I don't like individual awards because this is a team sport, and the coaches try to promote the collective.

— Julen Lopetegui

Football unites, and no one can use a football platform for political means.

— Julen Lopetegui

Real Madrid aspires to win everything, and I feel part of the family at this club.

— Julen Lopetegui

It's normal that there's pressure at Real Madrid.

— Julen Lopetegui

There's always a mix of generations in the national team. You have to bring the best players you think will help you…

— Julen Lopetegui

If you're looking for a sunken man, don't look at me.

— Julen Lopetegui

Nobody has to carry the weight of the squad. They have to be part of the team and give their best for…

— Julen Lopetegui

Italy do not only defend; they can attack, too. They have attacking qualities, and they create chances.

— Julen Lopetegui

Mr. Mourinho is a wonderful coach and did great things at Porto, winning trophies, and I will respect that.

— Julen Lopetegui

It doesn't hurt to hear talk about the Spain national team.

— Julen Lopetegui

I speak to my players when I deem it necessary, but they are private conversations.

— Julen Lopetegui

You earn the title of favourite when you win. It's not when people say you're a favourite because of past achievements; it's…

— Julen Lopetegui

I've no doubt about the attitude of the players. Everything moves quickly in football; we coaches move on quickly from victory and…

— Julen Lopetegui

I've never seen and nor do I think I will ever see someone with Messi's consistency.

— Julen Lopetegui

Us coaches love to have as many players available as possible.

— Julen Lopetegui

Sergio Ramos looks great to me. He always looks after himself, and he's coming back in the shape you'd expect. He doesn't…

— Julen Lopetegui

Portugal have a mix of players and talent, which is what Portuguese players and coaches are often about. It's like play-ground football.

— Julen Lopetegui

The only recipe is hard work, persistence, and belief.

— Julen Lopetegui

Being favourites is no title; it's an adjective. You win titles thanks to what you do on the pitch, and little else.

— Julen Lopetegui

I've never met a player like Leo Messi.

— Julen Lopetegui

I don't waste energy thinking about who I prefer and who I don't.

— Julen Lopetegui

I'm very happy with Bale. He loves playing for Real Madrid, and he's got a chance to show what a wonderful footballer…

— Julen Lopetegui