When the Olympics and World Cups come around, that's when you see the real outpouring of support that there really is for female football.

My life goes in four-year cycles. The World Cup is every four years and the Olympics are every four years.

Female athletes are supposed to be toned down. You're always supposed to talk about the team and never stand out.

Of course Seattle loves soccer. You can see from the men's Seattle Sounders team.

I think the concept of seeking fame and fortune in women's football in the States is a bit idyllic.

There are so many different walks of life, so many different personalities in the world. And no longer do you have to be a chameleon and try and adapt to that environment - you can truly be yourself.