BASTIAN SCHWEINSTEIGER

I see huge potential for the league and also for America.

I have won the most national titles as a German, so what should I do after that? Lay back and take it easy? That's not how I am.

My wish is that soccer in the U.S. become on the same level like the Premier League, Spanish league, or the Bundesliga.

I am a football player. I like to win. And I am used to winning - quite a lot.

When you know how the coach ticks and how he wants to play football, it makes the decision easier. But for the main part, I came to England because of the club Manchester United.

I'm so happy that I was able to make it to 120 games for Germany; 175 games would have been possible. I've had many great moments, but particularly the way the fans supported me and the road to the final in Rio.

I had a lot of pressure in my career: when you play at World Cup or Champions League final, there is pressure on your shoulders.

I just want to play well, have the people in Chicago enjoy watching soccer. You have a very good baseball team, a very good ice hockey team, and a very good football team. Hopefully you'll have a very good soccer team.

I'm not really a negative thinker.

Not everything is seen that happens on the pitch - the teammate in a good position, where it might get dangerous, how a situation develops.

I am sad to leave so many friends at Manchester United. But I am grateful to the club for allowing me the chance to take up the challenge at Chicago Fire.

For me, it is very important to control a situation in defence. You can always score goals, but you have to add stability in the defence.

I will travel a lot after my career.

I know most of Europe do not want to play against Bayern Munich.

The Argentinians provoke and are always whingeing to the referee to try and change his opinion. It starts before the match. You see their body language, how they gesticulate, how they try to influence the referee. That is not part of the game. That is a lack of respect. It's their mentality and character, and we'll have to adjust.

First of all, I think it is not easy to win a title in the Premier League, as you have really good teams here.

I'm happy with my own performance, but I can only be good if the team are good.

I won't forget the supporters of United and also the team and the players.

American leagues - baseball, ice hockey, American football and basketball - you are the best. But in a global sport like soccer, you're not.

I wanted to play for United; I wanted to play at Old Trafford. It was always my goal.

I never doubted my quality. Let me show my quality, and I will get results.

It's incredibly difficult to make sure that everybody's happy.

I love this game. I love to find solutions, ideas. I always saw the potential of this league. Now that I'm here, I want to help.

I am confident. My style of play is to control a game. You have to be smart in your brain and fast.

I have to thank the coach for looking after my fitness and allowing me to feel my way into the tournament.