To imagine being in Germany having a home crowd is kind of silly, but we'll take it.

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

As a spectator, you get to watch everything, but I'd much rather be playing than watching. I'll have time to watch later in my career.

The first goal is always important.

I want to be a positive influence. I want to be someone who they want to call in and want here consistently, regardless of my role.

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 don't know about the rest of the world, but I know in our region everyone is gunning to beat us. We have a new challenge.