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.

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.

I'm lucky to be doing what I love, and I appreciate that I can make a good living doing it. I love to play soccer-whether it's in a game, practice or playing with friends-so it isn't like I'm under pressure at all.

Everything balled up into one: Beat Mexico and qualify. There's no better scenario.

Relaxing, going on vacation, sleeping, having fun when I want, golfing when I want, do whatever I want - I am going to enjoy it.

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

There is something to be said for waking up every morning and seeing the sun.