“Ronaldinho is a phenomenon, and so is Cafu! I am twice World champion ...” — Cafu Quote

“Ronaldinho is a phenomenon, and so is Cafu! I am twice World champion and led Brazil to a World Cup triumph in 2002.”

“Brazilian people and South African people are very similar in all respects. They are very warm and friendly.”

“Firmino is a great player. He can play either side and has powerful contact with the ball in any position.”

“Curves are the essence of my work because they are the essence of Brazil, pure and simple.”

“Whenever I score for Manchester City, my mother calls me. As soon as the ball hits the back of the net, the phone rings. It doesn't matter if she's back home in Brazil or if she's in the stadium watching me. She calls me every time. So I run to the corner flag, and I put my hand to my ear, and I say, 'Alo Mae!'”

“I always have a little bit of Brazil and New Orleans in my band.”