Coaches are always important for players.
Emotions always play a part, especially on Champions League nights at the Bernabeu.
Sure, it's nice to get appreciation from the outside. But generally, I don't think personal accolades are appropriate in football.
New stimuli can come from the same coach if he questions himself.
There will always be different opinions. Some might argue you should retire after a big success and others that the best time is after a big defeat.