France midfielder Franck Ribery is happy to be playing in such an experienced side as he looks forward to Wednesday's World Cup semi-final against Portugal.

The 23-year-old has burst on to the international stage at this summer's tournament and is delighted to be playing alongside stars of the calibre of Zinedine Zidane and Claude Makelele.

"I'm young, I've got a great job and I'm enjoying myself," he said. "I don't see what I could complain about or why I should put myself under any kind of pressure.

"I'm feeling very comfortable in the team. Playing with great players around you is very easy. I don't ask myself any questions. I just race the ball forward.

"All the players were very friendly straight away and made me feel at home. There's a great atmosphere in that team. Being part of it is fantastic.

"Playing with Zinedine Zidane is a dream and a privilege. His career is nearly over and mine is just starting. We won't be playing together for long so I have to make the most of it."