Interview de Kolo Toure sur Liverpool et son ramadan avec le club
FACEBOOK EXCLUSIVE - Kolo Toure answers questions asked by Indonesian fans...
How has your Ramadan been so far?
Everything is fine and I always fast. I love fasting because it makes me more disciplined and self-controlled.
How about training during Ramadan?
Everything is okay. The club is very tolerant about my fasting. Religion is my priority.
What did you feel watching the enthusiasm of Indonesian fans at the airport? And any message for fans who are fasting?
Fantastic. Fans from Indonesia are amazing. I've never seen fans like here, even at my previous clubs. To fans fasting, keep fighting. Be strong. Because Allah always helps those who believe Him. For me, first is my religion, second is family, then football.
Do you have a special moment during Ramadan?
Yes, during Ramadan, I arrived at Arsenal in early 2002. I was still fasting even when I was on trial with Arsenal. Allah loves me. I passed the test and got a first contract from the club.
What is your favourite food?
I love rice, chicken, and prawn. Get them with tomato sauce. I love African food. Indonesian foods looks like African food with a lot of spices and well done. But, not too spicy - just a little bit.
What is your ambition for Liverpool?
My ambition is to help team to get better results than last season. Finish in a top four is my target. Alhamdulillah (Thanks God) if we can achieve it.
When you played for Arsenal or Manchester City, which Liverpool's player was very hard for mark?
Good question. I think it's Fernando Torres when he was in top form, a few years ago. Another one is Steven Gerrard.
Who is your inspiration?
Another good question. He is a Baltimore Ravens player, Ray Lewis. He is my inspiration. He is a top player and good leader.
What is your favourite food when break fasting during Ramadan?
I drink a lot of water. I eat dates. I love dates. The club gives me a supplement, after that I eat rice.
What was your childhood dream?
To be a football player.
Why you choose number 4?
I started my football career with number 4 on my back. I love it. With the national team, I always use that number.
What is the most interesting thing from Liverpool?
It's history. Liverpool is a big club. I also love the enthusiasm of the fans and people at this club.
Who is the most dangerous attacker in the Premier League ever?
There are a lot of strikers but, I think, Alan Shearer is the most dangerous one.
Who is your favourite Liverpool player?
Steven Gerrard. He is a leader. He is my all-time favourite. He has a good mentality and always gives an example by action.