It's not just the commentators [who get my surname wrong], some
people get my first name wrong too! They call me Dimitri, which is
a Russian name and I am Bulgarian. It's pretty frustrating at times
because I really like my name so I have to correct people. It would
be good once in a while if the commentators got it right!
What do you miss most about your home
country?
Morgan, Trafford
I don't think I'll be the first player who plays outside their home
country to say that, of course, you really miss your family and
friends, and somtimes you don't see them for months. That can be
difficult. But I've played away from Bulgaria for over ten years
now and I'm used to it now. I know that some day I will be back in
my country so I won't complain.
MUTV recently gave United fans the chance to put their
questions to Dimitar Berbatov. Here are the Bulgarian's
answers...
How do you stay so composed on the ball when you're under
pressure?
Salim, Sweden
I don't know... this is just who I am. It's important to stay
focused and cool and maybe don't show your emotion. You need to
show that you are fully concentrated on the game. Inside I know
what I am going through in moments during important games, but I
don't like to show much emotion. I just stay focused on my game and
I think it works.
What's the best thing about life at Manchester
United?
Clare, Belfast
That's a good question... you can't really explain what it's like
unless you experience it yourself. This is the biggest club in the
city and the world! From the moment I stepped foot in the place
everyone has treated me so well from the players to the staff
working with the team. I have my goals and my dreams and this is
the place where I can fulfil them.
Does it frustrate you when commentators say your name
wrong? I am Bulgarian and have a pretty good idea how it should be
pronounced!
San Jose, California
"From the moment I stepped foot in the place everyone has
treated me so well from the players to the staff working with the
team. I have my goals and my dreams and this is the place where I
can fulfil them."
- Dimitar Berbatov
