Ive known since I went to the national team when I was very young that I was a different bird.

I couldnt change who I am; I couldnt change the kind of player I am.

Do you have the heart to push yourself? If you don't, find a way to get it because talent will only get you so far. You've got to be hungry. You've got to have heart. That's just reality.

Everybody has down times and stuff that they have to work through. I worked through that stuff because I've always wanted to be playing soccer.

Coaches give you too much information. Ive been allowed to develop that intuitive ability in my career and lifetime.

Ive known since I went to the national team when I was very young that I was a different bird.

If you are passionate about something, that will enable you to be the best you can be.