I used to love watching him as a player, so it is a joy to play alongside him. I might take the mickey out of him, but deep down I have so much admiration for him.

With all due respect, I have nothing to prove about my worth to anyone.

Qualifying for the second stage would be a successful World Cup for us. I think we can do it.

It's always nice to start off with a good result.

I have always wanted to come and play in MLS so it’s the perfect combination for me and a dream come true.

At Leeds I've tried to concentrate on my club form, but you get caught up in all the World Cup fever once you come back to Ireland and see all the Irish boys again.

I can't even remember when the Seventies was.