Brian McBride

My goals are for the U.S. team to get to the second round of the World Cup and to win a championship here in the U.S. with my club team the Columbus Crew.

Competition helps people figure it out.

I think competition is very important; it breeds many good things in a person.

It's not any one person. It's not any one coach. It's the team.

I enjoyed being involved in team sports and making close friendships.

I grew up in a great family.

Basically I say a few prayers before a game and let that direct me, not superstitions.

Put your head down and work as hard as you can because there is always someone better out there.