My background playing soccer gave me a natural advantage over many of the American-born players.

Sports plays an interesting role in society. The greatest sportsmen have platforms to speak out on issues and really affect how the public thinks about some very critical issues facing the world.

I was doing just my duty, but that was impacting a lot of people and making them proud. So, I feel so grateful to Allah for giving me that opportunity while I had that chance to make that impact. And thankfully it impacted all the people - more than I realized.

I've now been in this country for thirteen years, since I was seventeen. So this is my second home.

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

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

It's not up to anyone else to make me give my best.