Quotes

I will retire from International Football after 2018's World Cup

"Typically children are not in love with football. They are in love with the ball. They play in the living room, in the backyard, on the street, anywhere. It doesn't matter if it's a narrow space, if it may break something."

"I am Manchester United 100%, but I will always be respectful to Chelsea. I have loved every club that I have worked for…When I was growing up in Portugal, I was not a born Porto supporter – but I still gave my life to Porto. I also gave my life to Madrid, I gave my life to Inter and I gave my life to Chelsea. Now I give my life to United."

If you’re in the penalty area and don’t know what to do with the ball, put it in the net and we’ll discuss the options later.

In 2 or 3 years, I could win the Ballon D'Or

Piqué idea for future is Gerard as Barça president, Puyol as sporting director, Xavi coach, Busquets his assistant.

Neither Neymar nor I think we're better. We just score goals, knowing that Leo's the best.

How do you mark Cristiano Ronaldo? You try not to leave him alone and don't let him shoot on his right foot. As for Messi... you just make the sign of the cross!