“Iker Casillas is the leader of this team” (via fleurdelamadrid)
Following a near flawless performance by Iker Casillas against Paraguay on Saturday, squad members of the Spanish national team haven’t hesitated to shower the keeper with respect and praise.
Pique:
“I thought the Virgin Mary had appeared when he made the save on the penalty.”
Reina:
“I told Casillas where he might shoot, but it was he who made the save. He is phenomenal; the best there is. He never has bad moments.”
Vicente del Bosque:
“He is a leader on and off the pitch; an icon.”
Ochotorena (Goalkeeper coach):
“He is working incredibly hard just as he always has.”
Xavi:
“He is the leader of this team. We follow his lead and help in any way we can. He is a winner and Spanish football owes him a lot.”
Cesc:
“He is a God; the best player ever because of who he is as a person, captain and player.”
Villa:
“He saved us against Paraguay and I am sure he will continue doing so.”
iker casillas is amaysing.
