"It is always a joy to play anywhere in the United States.
But the memories that the Rose Bowl holds as the place where we won
our first World Cup for over 20 years are almost too special to
describe. It holds a special place in our hearts."
Romario, Brazilian international
"The Rose Bowl was not a typical football arena. It was
quite an open stadium - not like the ones in Europe - and it was
the biggest in the States. With it being the biggest and the fact
we had so many Swedish supporters there, of course the atmosphere
was great. It was a friendly atmosphere - the only ones that were
mad were the Swedes!"
Martin Dahlin, Swedish international
"I cannot forget having to play against what seemed like
100,000 Colombians and then 100,000 Americans in the stands, and
how we defeated both nations. I remember the heat was almost
unbearable - we played in 40 degree heat in the middle of the
day."
Ioan Lupescu, Romanian international
