Gerard Pique: I will always want Real Madrid to lose and won't change my ways
Gerard Pique says he is not going to change his ways and has nothing to apologise for.
The Barcelona centre-back explained that he always wants Real Madrid to lose and that it's part of the rivalry between the two clubs.
He also reaffirmed his commitment to the Spanish national team and said that he would not quit because of the whistles from his own fans.
Some of his key quotes:
On the Spain squad: My relationship with the Real Madrid players is fantastic, with Iker (Casillas) especially. He called me to congratulate me on the birth of my son and I thanked him, but said I hope he let in four (goals, against Atletico Madrid). He did, but we still laugh about that comment. The dressing room of the national team is better than ever. No worries - but the people want to complicate everything.
Not sorry: I'm going to do everything I can to overcome this, but the people are free. But I'm not sorry for anything, I would do this one and a thousand times because I am like this. I want Madrid to lose, always, and this is the rivalry that always exists in Spain. I'm not going to ask for forgiveness.
Staying calm: I'm not worried about the whistles, I'm more worried for my team-mates and the coach (Del Bosque) because I know he doesn't like all of this. If I go here it's for the national team, because we have to keep going to try and win titles.
On Ramos: With Sergio Ramos I have the best relationship since I debuted with the national team. We have spoken about many things nad he came out to defend me after the game, and in the mixed zone you say anything, because you go quickly. I feel very comfortable with him and playing with him in the defence.
Commitment: I have always had maximum commitment to the Spanish national team. Regarding the rivalry between Barcelona and Madrid, I am like this and I will not change.
Picking mushrooms: I feel very well. The sporting sensations are good and I am very positive. I am a happy man and yesterday I went to look for mushrooms. I filled three baskets and it rained so there will be more. I am a happy man and I hope to play against Atletico Madrid (if the appeal against his ban is granted).
