I never felt the same passion for the game in the States and there were a lot of headaches, a lot of obstacles to overcome - it didn't just run itself for the love of the game because soccer is not the No. 1 sport as it is in Europe.

I've always been a fan of Justin Timberlake.

Of course Seattle loves soccer. You can see from the men's Seattle Sounders team.

You're always going to survive the pain of loss. I can live with that confidence inside of me.

I think people have different definitions of team unity. My definition is doing whatever it takes to win, what makes a great team; it's performance on the field, respect on the field.

I just want to stay in my hotel room, read my book. I enjoy that private time.

I have no personal beef with Brandi Chastain. There's nothing personal.