Being from Africa is the best thing that could have ever, ever happened to me. I cannot see it any other way. All of my fundamental principles that were instilled in me in my home, from my childhood, are still with me.

In many ways, my job in soccer was like my job in basketball now. I had to protect the goal. That was the name of the game, not letting the other team score.

I'm the kind of person who always wants more.

I'm shy, but sometimes my voice is so clear and strong.

I don't think Michael had to retire for us to get the spotlight, because when you win, it commands attention.

The most important thing in a person's life is his faith and how he translates his faith into practical deeds.

All these boundaries - Africa, Asia, Malaysia, America - are set by men. But you don't have to look at boundaries when you are looking at a man - at the character of a man. The question is: What do you stand for? Are you a follower, or are you a leader?