Landon Donovan Quotes


Have fun. It's an incredible experience. It was one of the most fun times of my life and I would just enjoy it. - Landon Donovan



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



Don't get me wrong. I'd love to play for the national team but if I had the chance to be here and focus here then I'd prefer to do that... The only way is if (Bruce Arena) absolutely needs me. It's hard to imagine a scenario where that would be the case. If he says 'Look, for this reason or that I need you there,' I'll go. I'd be happy to go. If he really doesn't need me to be there, I'd like to stay. - Landon Donovan



Crucial... You don't want to worry about other results, you don't want to worry about getting a result in the sixth game. If you can finish it ... you finish it. - Landon Donovan



Claudio gives us an element we can't get anywhere else. He understands timing and tempo in a game. He knows when to go, he knows when not to go. It's almost like having a coach on the field. It's incredible. - Landon Donovan



Bruce made a good comment. He said: 'We've qualified, and that's great. But let's get better over the next seven months. It doesn't mean you relax. Let's get better as a coaching staff, as a team. And guys that get a chance to play now should prove that they belong.' That makes the depth of our team better. It's a great opportunity for some guys. - Landon Donovan