My decision to return to the MLS is one that I have made with thoughtful consideration.

New England has two factors to get them ready to play. They've consistently been, if not the best, the second best team all year and they're playing confidently. And a lot of those guys were on field when they lost to LA. They'll take motivation in that.

I've got a lot to prove to a lot of people, including myself.

In my heart of hearts, I thought, if we get a 1-0 win and the team doesn't perform well, that would feel good.

I think about the things I control and do them well.

Skin cancer became personal to my family when my father was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma.

The second-highest honor is playing for your country, and the highest honor is wearing the armband for your country. It shows that the players have confidence in me, and that feels good.