Roger Milla quotes

Roger Milla is a legendary Cameroonian footballer, celebrated for his performances in the FIFA World Cup. His remarkable goals and joyful dancing at the corner flag made him an international icon. He inspired generations of African players and changed perceptions of African football on the world stage. Here are 9 of his quotes:

Cameroon is a football country - children are born playing football.

Roger Milla

Cameroon is stronger because it's a country of conquerors, of winners. Cameroon's players aren't necessarily very technical, but that when they play, they play to win.

Roger Milla

I only really watch sport. That's where you see real joy. I don't like watching much else on TV, because it's generally either twisted or sad.

Roger Milla

Here in Cameroon, football is our leading political party. It's football alone that that unites us, it's football alone that brings us good things - football is the window into our country - so we don't mess around with it.

Roger Milla

It's true I'm more widely recognised now and get invited to take part in all sorts of events and projects but as a person, I haven't changed.

Roger Milla

The president requested me to restore order in the national team. I have been designated to be part of the official delegation to Egypt to help boost the morale of our players.

Roger Milla

You can be a top, top player for 10, 20 years, then you become a coach, lose two or three games and you're out.

Roger Milla

Everybody knows everything about all the teams now.

Roger Milla