French football player Ribery: Islam has strengthened me

Frank Ribery, who was named the UEFA Best Player in Europe and who is among the top contenders along with Barcelona’s Lionel Messi and Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo, says: "Religion is my personal thing. I am a believer and since I converted to Islam, I became stronger, I became mentally and physically stronger."

Ribery spent 6 months with the Turkish team Galatasaray. He says, "Playing in Galatasaray when I was 21 was a good choice for me. I stayed there 6 months, and I have good and unforgettable memories of Istanbul. Great city and phenomenal fans. I felt like a king in Turkey. Everyone loved me."