It was time for me to return home.

This is only halftime - we have to keep on our toes and do to the business at home. You have to be patient playing against 10 men, but we stayed calm and tried to come around the sides. But we kept out heads and tried to play our way.

Even though I have made the definite decision to move home after the World Cup, I am fully concentrated on my job in Barcelona.

I am not angry or bitter about my situation regarding playing time in Barcelona. I am fully aware of the tough competition at a world-class club. ... But anyone who is benched wants more playing time. I am no exception.

Everyone must have the right to change his mind. I've longed for the European championship all the time but I have not been sure until now. I feel in great shape physically.

I don't know whether there is any defense in the world capable of stopping him.