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This time we offer a short interview with 31-year-old forward Hernan Crespo from Milan's "Inter" and the Argentine national team. H. Crespo, who has played for "River Plate", "Parma", "Lazio", "Inter", "Chelsea", and "Milan", was interviewed by FIFA journalists.
- What is football to you?
- It's been my passion since childhood. Even now, as a professional, football is like a job for me, and I still enjoy playing.
- Which team did you support as a child?
- "San Lorenzo", because my father was a fan of this team. I started going to matches when I was very young.
- Who was your idol?
- As a boy, I admired Marco van Basten's game. I was fascinated by attacking football. And, of course, Diego Maradona, the little god of all of Argentina.
- Fondest memory from football?
- In 1996, playing in the "Copa Libertadores" final for "River Plate", I scored two goals against Oscar Cordoba, the goalkeeper of "America de Cali". Then we became champions in our "Monumental" stadium. It was also my last game for "River Plate".
- Biggest disappointment in football?
- The 2002 World Cup. I had to score goals and hoped to play more, but I spent very little time on the field.
- What would you do if you weren't a professional footballer?
- I don't know. From my first appearances on the field as a child, I knew I would become a footballer. I didn't do well in secondary school, but I knew I would be a footballer.
- What music do you like?
- Argentine rock.
- Favorite book?
- I have to say I don't read much.
- Favorite movie?
- The 2000 Argentine film "Nueve Reinas".
- Favorite city?
- Rome. I love this city for its history and climate; it's never too cold in winter.
- Favorite food?
- Barbecue, the favorite of all Argentine people. Wherever I am, I never refuse this food.
- What is your hobby?
- Spending time with my family. With my wife Alessia, and daughters - two-year-old Nicole and six-month-old Sofia.
- Where do you spend most of your money?
- One of my favorite activities is traveling, or I invite guests to my home.
- What was your first job?
- Playing for "River Plate", where I signed a contract at 18 years old. I trained with this team since I was 6.
- Who do you think was the most influential figure in world history?
- I don't know a lot of the names of major historical figures.
- What are you afraid of?
- Afraid of my health deteriorating.
- What was the most unpleasant thing in your life?
- The first six months at "Parma" team. I was a new team member, got injured, and my future was uncertain.
- How do you imagine the future of the world?
- There will be many challenges in the future, but when you have children, you look at everything more optimistically.
- Where do you like to spend your vacations?
- On the impressive beaches of Sardinia. The whole island is of breathtaking beauty.
- Most stuck encounter in your life?
- Five years ago, I really wanted to meet the Pope, and then I fulfilled my dream playing for "Lazio". The Pope is very special.
Short.
- Are you patient?
- Yes.
- Are you suspicious?
- No.
- Are you satisfied with your salary?
- Yes.
- Is football quality now better than 20 years ago?
- I can't compare that.
- Would you like to become a coach one day?
- No.
