116 Quotes by Arjen Robben

The best thing about football, and sport in general, is that if you suffer a big disappointment, then there is no better feeling than coming back the following year and doing well.

In my youth-team days, I was always a left-winger who would stay close to the byline and put crosses in the box, so I could never cut inside and shoot. It was only when I joined Real Madrid and started playing in a more central position, and then on the right wing, that I suddenly realised I had a really dangerous weapon.

Even during a sprint, I can occasionally still accelerate. I am so fit that I can accelerate during a acceleration, like making a new start.

A break in the middle of the season is good for everybody.

I had injuries, but I didn't get them on purpose.

Attackers have to be selfish on the pitch occasionally, but it's important not to exaggerate.

Statistically, I've done my best work at FC Bayern. I just feel really good here.

Forwards do a lot of things intuitively.

I'm not a diver. I know that.