Michael Ballack
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Ballack slams retiring Lahm over Germany captaincy spat
By FourFourTwo Staff published
Philipp Lahm Tributes have poured in for the retiring Philipp Lahm but Michael Ballack has not forgiven him for a dispute over the Germany captaincy.
Michael Ballack: The secrets to leadership
By Ben Welch last updated
Michael Ballack Mature in to a leader of men with these essential tips on captaincy from Germany's former skipper, Michael Ballack
Ballack urges patience with Pep over City project
By FourFourTwo Staff published
Pep Guardiola Pep Guardiola will succeed at Manchester City, according to Michael Ballack, but he must be given time to implement his philosophy.
Ballack doubts Italy can repeat Spain performance
By FourFourTwo Staff published
Michael Ballack Former Germany international Michael Ballack does not think Italy will be able to reproduce their Spain performance in the quarter-finals.
Sane exclusion puts Low under massive pressure – Ballack
By FourFourTwo Staff published
Michael Ballack Joachim Low's decision to leave Leroy Sane out of his Germany squad surprised Michael Ballack.
Ballack sees 'a big difference' between Bundesliga and Premier League
By FourFourTwo Staff published
Michael Ballack The gulf in quality in the Bundesliga is increasing with the Premier League proving superior, according to Michael Ballack.
Ballack backs Atletico to prove too strong for Bayern
By FourFourTwo Staff published
Pep Guardiola Former Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Ballack expects them to struggle to get past Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final.
Ballack: Kante isn't the best midfielder in the world
By Alec James Fenn published
N'Golo Kante The former Germany captain has told FourFourTwo that he is impressed with the France international, but believes he still has much to do before being regarded as the game's finest middle man.
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