Career Quote by Javier Zanetti

Staying low, not dipping the basketball, being efficient on my jabs and movements - paying attention to these things helped me grow and made…

— Harrison Barnes

I was so fully involved in football and building a career that I didn't spend nearly enough time with my son when he was…

— Roy Hodgson

Part of the reason that I wanted to become a footballer was to help my family and friends financially so that was one of…

— Abdoulaye Doucoure

Football helped me build confidence on and off the field and taught me to grow through moments of success and disappointment.

— Ali Krieger

Playing football helped me to gain self-discipline, confidence, negotiation skills, teamwork and leadership.

— Marcel Desailly

Growing up, I played football and was always one of the best on the team.

— Jake Paul

I think back to my upbringing and the social skills I learned, the life lessons and friends I made because I was fortunate enough…

— Jesse Palmer

I attribute my entire football career, as far as getting me started, getting me interested, keeping me that way was my father. He went…

— Bob Lilly

Earning my college degree. It was a promise I made to my parents. I understand that football is only a certain time in my…

— Marcus Mariota

Football gave me discipline, structure, a meaning in life.

— Joey Barton

I was determined to become a footballer, not only because I loved the game but so I could provide for my family.

— Naby Keita

I played football for 19 years... Football gave me self-discipline, motivation and heart.

— Matt Mitrione