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Everything I do will be for my children - Arsenal star Koscielny

Laurent Koscielny has revealed just how much of a positive impact his children have had on him.

The Arsenal defender has two kids with his wife Claire and says they have had an enormous affect on his football career.

As Koscielny prepares for France's Euro2016 semi-final against Germany, he has spoken of the love and adoration he has for his children which helps him succeed both on and off the pitch.

"When you are a father, you know your life has changed. Now you don't live for you, you live for your kids," he told Arsenal Player.

"You want to give them a good education.

"It is a different life but I enjoy it because my kids are amazing.

"Everything I do between now and the future will be for my children. I don't stop living my life, but I will live for my children.

"They will have the best life. They speak English so it will be better for them in their future. I want the best things for them."

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