When Kobe met Totti

Kobe: “Totti? A star. It's as simple as that.”

Totti: “Kobe is a legend – the best in his sport. There's no one better.”

What's the secret of your long and successful career?

Kobe: “A passion and love for the game, the willingness to give 100% every time you play – in every single training session and every single match. That's the way it's always been for me.”

Totti: “The biggest objectives can be only reached if you give your very best – 100%. We have a huge responsibility because people always expect something extra from us. Luckily I’ve always been able to help the team.”

What is it about playing in just one team for all of your career?

Kobe: “The Lakers were always my favourite team when I was a child. I’d always dreamed of playing for them. I’ve been lucky to have played for just one team. I’ve been loyal to the team and the team always treated me very well.”

Totti: “Roma are the team I’ve always supported. I used to dream about playing with just one shirt and being the captain. Luckily I've been able to achieve all of that.”