I love pedicures. And, yes, I have a ton of shoes.

I wear my dad's cross. It's very important to me. I hang it in my locker before each game.

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 played in Europe and it was a great experience, not just because of my team-mates and the coaches we had, but from the fans and the city itself - I played in Gothenburg and I played in Lyon and soccer was everywhere.

I have given my life to the game and to the sport.

True heros are made of hard work and integrity.

My life is a beautiful struggle.