I am prepared to retire (from playing) today... and coach the national team. Maybe it's time to bring in new blood, people who understand today's players, their psyche. If they ask me, I'll do it. It's an honour to coach the national team.

When asked about what the IFA should do after Avraham Grant did not qualify the national team for the World Cup in 2006.. Berkovic ready to coach national side. Eurosport, 23 October 2005. Retrieved on 27 March, 2007.