We've got an advantage, I suppose, because I speak the language.
Kevin Keegan, England's German-speaking coach, on being drawn in Germany's group in the qualifiers for football's next World Cup.
Ten years ago you were called a poof if you played soccer.
Alan Mullally, the England cricketer who was brought up in Australia, on that country's rising football fortunes.
80 per cent of our best athletes play Aussie Rules. Imagine what we'd be like if all those guys started playing other sports.
Pat Cash, former Australian tennis player, on his country's sporting pre-eminence.
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