History shows that it is incredibly tough for a defender to be named Footballer of the Year because over the course of a year there is normally always a forward who steals the headlines up front. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
Being Bayern captain feels good and I think it’s logical a player from Munich should lead FC Bayern on to the pitch. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
I had a very interesting and exciting life as a footballer, for which I am grateful. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
I have always enjoyed thinking about playing patterns and I will undoubtedly continue to do so in front of the TV but to become a coach, to be thorough in football at all times, to prepare matches and training… I cannot imagine that I would find pleasure there and pleasure is essential in football. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
Always being champion, always being at the top every three days, playing great football – it’s not that easy. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
Many great teams have players who have come through the youth system or have been at the club for a long time as their captains. I’m thinking of Steven Gerrard at Liverpool, John Terry at Chelsea, Raul at Real Madrid, as well as Puyol at Barcelona and Gary Neville at Man United. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
I’ve always said I prefer playing on the right. But I can play at a top level on both sides so I’m happy to play wherever the manager thinks it will bringing the team success. Philipp Lahm Read Quote
