David Beckham

I remember how inspiring it was to meet players like Bobby Charlton or Bryan Robson when I was a kid. I still remember Clive Allen showing up when I received a trophy for my Sunday league team.

I can't get through some movies without shedding a tear; I can't lie.

I think the most important goal I scored in Spain was the first one because people were wary about me coming over to Spain as a player - they thought I was just there to sell shirts.

People react to criticism in different ways, and my way is definitely to come out fighting.

Kids can have great passion and great ability but if you have the facilities for your particular sport that can give you the inspiration to become a sportsman.

I wasn't as fit as I would of liked to have been, going to the World Cup, but I'm not sure what difference that made.

We've been asked to do 'Playboy' together, me and Victoria, as a pair. I don't think I'll ever go naked, but I'll never say never.

My private life is perfect. If your private life and your life outside football is good, then it is good on the field for you.

I don't think I'm really in a situation to complain, because I consider myself to be privileged to be doing what I do.

I've felt a little tired, but I'm only 24. I love playing football. That's my job and that's what I love doing.

There's room for boys' and girls' football in the world-that's what I believe.

We stay as a team. I might be England captain, but that doesn't mean I get treated differently.

I like nice clothes, whether they're dodgy or not.

I am happier now than I have ever been.

Being at a club that supported me meant a lot.

Every situation has changed me as a person.

Tom Cruise, he's a lot more famous than me.

Alex Ferguson is the best manager I've ever had at this level. Well, he's the only manager I've actually had at this level. But he's the best manager I've ever had.

I'll never forget where I'm from, never forget my roots. It doesn't matter where I live. I'm English, simple as that.

I always wanted to be a hairdresser.