As a boy, he simply enjoyed playing soccer. Now, Philipp Lahm is the captain of the German national soccer team and FC Bayern Munich. How does one achieve such a career as a top soccer player? And what does a modern soccer player need to bring to the table? Philipp Lahm shares many surprising details about his rise from a youth player at FC Bayern to one of the best full-backs in the world. He recounts unforgettable moments in German soccer history and describes what happens behind the scenes of the Bundesliga, Champions League, and major tournaments. He also answers crucial questions: What requirements must a top soccer player meet today? What does it mean to be constantly in the public eye? What does it mean to show civil courage at the right moment, and how can one individual inspire an entire team? Philipp Lahm not only shows.