Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: the lowdown
Friday, March 13, 2015
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Borussia Dortmund striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang discusses hip hop, movies, the joys of playing with Marco Reus and that superhero celebration in a live Facebook Q&A.
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Marco Reus, favourite films and superhero celebrations were on the agenda when Borussia Dortmund forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang took part in a live Q&A on the UEFA Champions League Facebook page.
Favourite movie?
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Inception.
Why the superhero celebration?
Aubameyang: I've always liked comics. It's a reminder that even though it's our job, football remains a show for people to enjoy.
What is it like playing with Reus?
Aubameyang: You need to be prepared and strong because he's both of those things. You also need to play at your highest level because someone like Reus is so quick and clever.
Favourite player ever?
Aubameyang: The Brazilian Ronaldo.
One player you would like Dortmund to sign?
Aubameyang: Neymar.
What music do you like listening to before a match?
Aubameyang: Usually I put the music on in the dressing room! I like hip hop and old school music.
What are the Dortmund fans like?
Aubameyang: They are amazing. The best in Europe. They're always there for us and follow us in big numbers wherever we play.
Favourite food?
Aubameyang: The crepes that my mum makes!
How fast can you run 100 metres?
Aubameyang: I don't know exactly. I've never timed myself with a stopwatch. My coach in France said I could do 100 metres in ten seconds and something.
What is it like working with Jürgen Klopp?
Aubameyang: It's easy in the end. It's about watching and learning, and then it's up to you. There are so many great players here and it's a great club. I've been here a while now and I know very well how hard they work.
Advice for an aspiring footballer?
Aubameyang: To work hard at school because it's not always easy to break through. When you've decided what you want to do, you have to commit to it, make a lot of sacrifices. You may have to go it alone without your parents.