Juan Mata

I'm a professional. I have to do my best.

I admire Arsenal and the philosophy that the young players have. Liverpool, with their Spanish players, they also have an incredible squad. And Manchester United and Chelsea are teams that are very big, like Real Madrid and Barcelona, with money and incredible players.

Through Common Goal, we're creating a collaborative way for football to give back to society.

I always said I was very grateful for Chelsea. I spent an amazing time of my career there, we won a lot of trophies, and I think I became a better player. I have great friends in the club, and I always wish the best for them.

There are some examples in my career when my family was more concerned than me. So every time I win or I score, I always think about them.

When I signed for Valencia, it wasn't the best moment of my football career because in the beginning, I was not playing a lot. But I remained calm, and I knew that if I trained well and played as I know, I'm sure I can get a place in the first XI.

The most important and the better feeling in football, for me, is scoring a goal.

I cannot control what people think. But I can control myself and my aim, and my head is focused on trying to win trophies.

I've scored as many goals for Manchester United in the Premier League as for Chelsea, but in something like 30 games less.

Football is losing its essence: people talk about celebrations instead of goals.

You have to feel free enough to do what your body is telling you to do. Sometimes, though, the pressure of winning and the fear of defeat limit your performance.

Winning the World Cup is something that will always be inside your mind and inside your body.