With Bayern, we want a lot of ball possession and to control the play, so I operate sometimes like the 11th outfield player. Thus I am included a lot into the build-up play and have a lot of touches of the ball.
The calmness and confidence I take into matches has an effect not only on our rivals but also on my team-mates, who are counting on me.
I am a sportsman, not a brand ambassador, besides being the first goalkeeper of Adidas.
I have a good record in shoot-outs. In such moments, I'm always confident of making at least a couple of stops; I always feel the taker is under more strain. Worrying is the kicker's job, as he's expected to score, while I have nothing to lose.
To be a modern goalkeeper, I have to think offensively, to initiate our attacking moves safely and securely.
I have always been interested in finding new ways to play and have looked at handball keepers and ice hockey goal-minders. It helps me.
I took responsibility in Munich from the beginning. But I could not walk in with splayed elbows into the club and say, 'Here comes the Schalke captain.'
The goalkeeper always starts again at nil, even when you're 2-0 down. It always starts again at scratch. It's a completely mental thing, and I keep reminding myself of it during matches.
Bayern are a club where success is demanded, and second place isn't particularly appreciated. We have a history and culture to respect.
If you look at the history of Manchester United, they are always a big side, so there is no time of underestimating them.
