Manchester United star Nani reveals hard work has taken him to the top

03 March 2011 15:02
[LNB]Manchester United winger Nani has revealed how hours of practice as a boy led to him being able to score with his left as well as right foot.[LNB]The Portuguese international is now reaping the benefits of dedication to his craft. Six of his 10 goals this season have come from his left foot - a statistic he is proud of.[LNB]He said: 'When I was very young I used to go to the local square where we played football and practice alone.[LNB] Star man: Nani in action for United at Wigan last weekend[LNB]'Sometimes I would spend all afternoon there, practising with my right foot and then with my left foot.[LNB]'I'd practice curling the ball, hitting it hard. I always wanted to improve. Now I know that all my hard work has paid off.[LNB]'It doesn't matter to me which side I play on because I am confident of beating my opponent on either side and I can cross and shoot with both feet.'[LNB]Nani has helped United win two titles and is anxious for a third with the club in the driving seat despite the defeat by reigning champions Chelsea.[LNB]Next up are Liverpool on Sunday and Nani told United's website: 'We want to win the league every season. You don't get tired of winning trophies.[LNB]'When I went on my holidays last year, the first week I couldn't stop thinking about how we lost out in the league to Chelsea.[LNB]'Thankfully there was the World Cup so I had something else to look forward to. This year, there's no World Cup, so I know it could be a very long summer.[LNB]'I don't want that to happen. I want to be on holiday with a big smile because I've won at least one trophy.'[LNB] As Giggs celebrates 20 years for Man United, we pick his top 10 goalsDalglish: United may break out title record... we've got five European Cups![LNB] [LNB]  Explore more:People: Nani Places: Liverpool

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