Landon: (when asked how does it feel to play in a World Cup game): It was my goal to be there one day. To play is obviously something different. It's definitely exciting to play in it, but it's only exciting for your group.
Landon was accepted into the U.S. Olympic Development Program in 1997.
Landon was given captaincy for the Los Angeles Galaxy in 2006.
Landon led the Earthquakes to MLS Cup championships in 2001 and 2003.
Landon had a rare four-goal game against Cuba in 2003.
Landon played for the the San Jose Earthquakes from 2001-2004.
Landon was traded for striker Carlos Ruiz from the Los Angeles Galaxy on March 31 2005.
Donovan was named U.S. Soccer Athlete of the Year in 2003.
Landon's nickname is Landy Cakes.
Landon attended Redlands High School in Redlands, California.