Manchester United winger Nani believes he is now one of the world's top players.
The Portuguese international is delighted with his current form which saw him score one of the season's more unusual goals in Saturday's 2-0 home win over Tottenham Hotspur.
United were leading through captain Nemanja Vidic's first-half header when Nani poked in a second for the hosts five minutes from time.
The 23-year-old rolled a shot into the net after Tottenham goalkeeper Heurelho Gomes had thrown the ball onto the ground believing a free-kick had been given after Nani had handled in the box.
However, referee Mark Clattenburg was waving for play to continue and consequently allowed the goal to stand after consulting his assistant.
The opportunist strike was Nani's seventh goal of the season and fourth in as many matches, and he is thrilled with his progress at Old Trafford.
"As a player I think I'm close to being as complete as I can be," said Nani. "Now I can say I'm one of the top players in the world.
"I play for the best club in the world and my role in the team is as a decisive player, scoring goals or setting up and so the team can win.
"You have to believe in yourself and believe in your abilities on the pitch. Big games are for big players.
"I want to be one of the best. I'm not scared to play in the big games, they are the most beautiful in football - you play with very high quality.
"Beautiful football, that's what everyone likes. And that helps lift my performance too."
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