Jackson: Football is my life. When I was a child, I wanted to be a superstar like Cristiano Rokaka who was looked up to by others.

Recently, Bayern forward Jackson accepted an official interview with Bayern and talked about his growth and career experience.

Bayern fans and members will get to know you better through this interview. Your footballing initiation begins with running barefoot on a sand pitch in Ziguinchor, Senegal. You took off your sneakers again when shooting just now. How did you feel when the sand spread over your insteps?

"I felt a sense of intimacy in an instant, as if I was back in childhood. The sand shaped me, and it was natural for us to play football barefoot. No one had football boots, so we started like this. It may seem special here, but it is everyday for us. Today, children in my hometown still play football barefoot. Later, it was necessary to adapt to playing on grass fields, but I am grateful for this experience. It made me stronger and made me who I am today. "

You have been influenced by it since you were a child. Your parents put the football in your cradle when you were a baby. What does football mean to you?

"Football is my life. Without football, I don’t know where I am. When I was a child, I wanted to be a superstar like Cristiano Ronaldo and Kaká. Football is my only thought. Now I am realizing my childhood dream and aspire to higher achievements. "

Do you think you are willing to take risks?

"Of course. Even if I had to do it over thousands of times, I would still choose this way. I know that I have a talent and I must make good use of it and accept the honors and disgrace that come with it. I am glad that I succeeded, but to be honest, it is like one in a million. Because of the difficulty, I said: This is God's guidance and the fruit of hard work. "

Is faith important in your life?

"Yes, I believe that everything is God's will. But this does not mean to rest on your laurels. You must go all out to achieve your goals. For me: God opens the door of opportunity, but only favors those who are prepared. "

You joined Villarreal in Spain at the age of 18. How did you feel at that time?

"It was difficult, but I knew I had to take this step in order to one day give my family a better life. I was fully focused on staying in Spain, establishing myself at Villarreal and being promoted to the first team. I understood: as long as I achieve this goal, no matter where I go in the future Wherever you go, it will be easier to reunite with your family. I miss my parents so much, but this is the only way to achieve my goals and improve my family's life. "

Your career has taken off since then: Villarreal debuted and made a mark, Chelsea competed in the Premier League, and now you come to Bayern. How do you look back on this journey?

"I am deeply grateful for everything in the past, but I prefer to look forward. For me, the most important thing now is to give everything to Bayern, continue to improve, and create glory with the team. When my career ends, I will definitely look back on the past, maybe reminiscing with my children and grandchildren at that time. But at this moment, I just want to move forward on the ground and always pursue the sunshine. "

Talk about the present. How was your first few weeks in Munich, including the Oktoberfest?

"I am really happy to be here and play alongside so many stars. The Oktoberfest experience is extraordinary, and I love traditional culture very much. My teammates immediately invited me to participate, and the warmth was touching. From this, I was able to deeply understand the important components of Bavarian culture. So far, everything is perfect, and I have found a sense of belonging here. "

At the age of 24, you have experienced Gambia, Senegal, Spain, and the United Kingdom, and Germany has become the fifth country in your life.

"Every move brings a new experience. In Spain, I spent time learning the language, getting to know the people, and adapting to the environment. The process here is a little faster because many people are proficient in English. But I must learn German and gradually improve. "

You will realize the high expectations Bayern has placed on it. How to deal with stress?

"There is always pressure when playing for a big club, and I have experienced it at Chelsea. It is very similar here: the fans want goals and trophies. For me, the most important thing is to stay focused and focus on the team. I want to bring joy to the fans and repay the trust of my teammates and coaches. When we work together, everything will fall into place. "

Have you set any personal goals for this season?

"You do have a goal, but you would rather make it public after you achieve it (smile). "

How does it feel to play alongside Harry Kane now?

"It's like a dream. Kane is my idol since I was a child. As a forward, I have always paid attention to players like him. And Lewandowski, Suarez, Aguero, Balotelli, Drogba, all these These are famous names. Now I am proud to play with him. I learn from him every day and try to learn from his strengths. "

You once regarded Ronaldo as your idol, but your friends called you 'Neymar'. How to define your own style?

"(Laughs) I have many abilities, but I can improve in all aspects. Back then, my friends called me Neymar, because I always loved to dribble the ball and enjoy football like a child. But as I grow older, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar and Ronaldo have all become idols that I admire. I have watched their game videos repeatedly. "

Cristiano Ronaldo only transformed into a center later in his career. Were you always a classic number nine?

"When I was young, I was more of a shadow striker. Because I scored more goals, the coach eventually pushed me to the forefront, and I have been fixed here since then. At Villarreal, we used a double striker at first, and then I became a single striker. Unai Emery suggested to me at the time: 'Don’t drop too deep, stick to the front line, and my teammates will deliver ammunition. ' This guidance has been of great help to my career. "

Does my early experience of playing barefoot still influence my current style?

"When I first arrived in Spain, I played as freely as I did in Senegal. But the professional arena focuses on victory, which requires a tactical system and a clear positioning. At Villarreal, I gradually learned to understand the game more deeply and improve my tactical literacy. At the same time, the free play in my early years also retained a certain creativity for me. "

If you faced your old self, what would you say to him?

"I will tell him: keep moving forward, believe in yourself, and believe in God. Listening to your parents’ teachings is not only about football, but also about life.. Work hard for your dreams. The most important thing is: never give up. "