On april 2012 · Fútbol Primera
One of the best defenses currently Spanish: Carlos Cuellar (Madrid, 30 years). Having started in Calahorra and Numancia Osasuna excelled in (2003-2007), shone in Scotland with Rangers, becoming named the best player in the Scottish Premier League, and now is consolidating in which for many is the best league in the world, the Premier League, where he enjoys the title in a historical as Aston Villa.
From his home in Birmingham, Carlos Cuellar (@ cuellar24) responds graciously to all questions asked. Current status of Aston Villa, life in England, Osasuna situation, his possible return to Spain, the dream of the selection and personal issues in an extensive interview which was then attached.
PREMIER LEAGUE, SCOTLAND AND LIFE IN THE ISLANDS
Question: How does it feel to be a starter in a historic area of the Premier League?
Answer: It is an honor for me 4 years ago I was given the opportunity to come to this historic club, and is also a great responsibility for the great love behind it, its history and because you know that the whole world is watching and you the obligation to always win. (What they want all players to play in a great and feel that pressure.
Q: How do you value the performance of Aston Villa this season?
A: Seeing the team and great players we have is not proving as good as we would wish. We are in a position to which normally are not used. Not being a good year, but there are still many games left and we can still finish the season.
Q: Will you still at Villa in the season 2012/13?
A: Term contract this summer and there has been no approach from the Villa to sign a new contract, so probably not.
Q: To what extent is strong rivalry with the Birmingham City?
A: It is a strong but very healthy rivalry. It was one of the most beautiful derbies I've played.
Q: How was experienced on both sides of the controversial Birmingham bench McLeish change?
A: For some of the fans was a difficult change not liked and there was considerable controversy. I do not think it is due to an issue of distrust the coach as a coach, but is rather the rivalry between the two teams.
Q: Your best friend in the locker room?
A: I have several, Emile Heskey, Fabian Delph, Gabby Agbonlahor and Stilian Petrov. But I have very good relationship with everyone.
Q: How has the workforce Stilian Petrov's disease?
The truth is that we are affected by bad news about our captain. Nobody expected it, is something that caught us by surprise and left us in shock.
Q: What opinion have you been a myth as Robbie Keane?
A: I was quite surprised because at first when I went to LA Galaxy is going to end his career, but the time has been with us has demonstrated a great level to play in any league in the world, and has contributed much to the sporting equipment (goals and work).
Q: Best and worst of English football?
A: It is best to live as hobbies on game day is impressive is the field that is. The field is always full, and unconditional love, even in bad times. As for the worst, luckily, all I'm living in the Premiership is a very good experience and would not put no but.
Q: A runner up, as you value the serious situation facing the Rangers?
A: It's very sad, difficult. As a former player and as an amateur still affects me emotionally, because they see a big club that I've been on and all I have are good memories and good experiences at sports, very sad, and sometimes, do not explain as been able to reach that situation. However, knowing that it is a European giant will come out of this situation, in fact, already handled several offers to purchase.
Q: Does the toughest player to score in the Premiership?
A: Wayne Rooney.
Q: To what extent it affects a professional situations such as Fabrice Muamba?
A: Affects emotionally because although this case I do not know him at the end between all consider ourselves partners and the world of football are a big family and we know that could have been any of us.
Q: Can you get to depress the British weather?
A: After having lived in Calahorra, Soria and Pamplona, to come to the islands was a big change. I'm used to.
Q: How do you get by with the food?
A: The breakfast and lunch I do in training camp because we have a buffet with great variety of food (pretty good). And at home I light dinner salad or grilled meat. So, I have not noticed much difference.
Q: Recomiéndame a place to visit in Scotland?
A: The Loch Ness.
Q: Recomiéndame a place to visit in Birmingham?
A: Villa Park.
SELECTION, AND FOOTBALL OSASUNA
Question: What will Spain in the Euro?
Answer: Despite being the defending champion and favorite, I think it will be easy to repeat it, but I am confident that we will win again.
Q: What do you call someone Vicente del Bosque or the Federation to say that you have in view of the selection?
A: No, never.
Q: Do you think the Spanish Premier as Arteta, Jose Enrique or yourself you have some disadvantage to attend the national team?
A: I think the monitoring is done in the Premiership, is not the same as is done in Spanish. Therefore, being in great run of form as in the case of Arteta and Joseph Henry, does not have the same influence that had happened in Spain.
Q: What would you give to be international with Spain?
A: What I were asked! lol and all that was within reach of my hand.
Q: Would you wear three players over 23 years to the London Olympics?
A: Yes, but not older than 25 years.
Q: If I called you would go?
A: Absolutely.
Q: Who will win the league?
The Real Madrid.
Q: Osasuna will play European competitions next season?
A: I think so, which eventually ended up in positions of UEFA.
Q: Which players from Osasuna keep closer relationship?
A: Ricardo, Raul Garcia and Kike Sola.
Q: How do you explain the "resurrection" of Raul Garcia?
A: I'm not surprised, because he is a player to be happy and giving full freedom to play in front of the midfielders, add much to the team because it has broad appeal, air dominance and play with both feet. I think Atletico played out of position.
Q: Define Patxi Izco in one word?
A: Endearing.
Q: You ask or have considered returning to Osasuna?
A: There have been four wonderful years, both in sporting and personal. If you ever had the opportunity to return, yes I would put it.
Q: Do you plan to play again soon in Spain?
A: Now that I am free this summer, I think the possibility is more likely to return and I'd really like.
Q: Is there any truth in the interest of Valencia for your services?
A: All I know, today, is the news that have appeared in the press. Although it is always an honor to be linked with a team the likes of Valencia.
PERSONAL QUESTIONS
Question: In a hypothetical Osasuna vs Rangers with whom do you?
A: Difficult. Would have a divided heart.
Q: Can a defense that you admire today?
A: Nesta.
Q: Can a retired defense by the special love you had?
A: Fernando Hierro and Paolo Maldini.
Q: Does the toughest player to score in the Spanish League?
A: Ronaldo, the fat boy.
Q: Is the goal more special than you tick?
A: With Osasuna at home against Hamburg in the Champions Preview.
Q: The hardest moment you have experienced in football?
A: I have had several: not rise to the Calahorra in the last game, the final of the Copa del Rey against Betis we lost the UEFA Cup final with Rangers against Zenit, the final of the Carling Cup against Villa and not qualify in the Champions League with Osasuna.
Q: The happiest moment in your career?
A: My first professional contract with Numancia, which was what opened the doors to get where I am.
Q: A city to live?
A: Madrid.
Q: What was your famous snake "Titan"?
A: It's regale friends in Pamplona.
Q: What do you plan to do when you retire from professional football?
A: I would like to coach and sports commentator.
P: Recomiéndame a book
A: "The Palestinian" Antonio Salas.
Q: Recomiéndame a song
A: "As the water" shrimp.
Q: a film Recomiéndame
A: "Public Enemy" (Will Smith)
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