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Le parole dell’ex allenatore e Presidente dell’Associazione Italiana Allenatori Renzo Ulivieri

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On the latest Inside College Soccer Podcast, Don Williams sits down with Benno Nagel - former professional coach, club builder, and soccer entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience across elite youth, collegiate, and professional levels. From working inside the prestigious Dinamo Zagreb Academy to helping launch clubs like Oakland Roots SC and The Town FC, Benno brings a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective on what it really takes to build soccer environments that develop players and communities. In this episode, we dive into: ✅ What makes elite academies like Dinamo Zagreb so effective ✅ The realities of building professional clubs from the ground up ✅ How soccer culture is intentionally created - not accidental ✅ Why player burnout is rising and how to prevent it ✅ How coaching and player development have evolved in today’s game ✅ We also highlight Benno’s current work with The Soccer Spot, where he is focused on redefining player development through structured guidance, film analysis, and individualized support. This aligns closely with SRUSA’s vision through the Player Progression Program (P3) - a modern approach to player development built around individualized development plans (IDPs), performance tracking, and long-term athlete growth. 🎧 A must-listen for players, parents, and coaches serious about development beyond just talent.

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As the Copa Libertadores returns for 2026, even Brazilian football aficionados could be forgiven a double take when they peruse the list of teams. There among the giants of South American football are Mirassol. And their story remains astonishing.

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Check out Zone 14 Coaching below: https://zone14coaching.com/ Use code:ModernSoccer5 for $5 OFF Is the art of defending dead? In this episode of the Modern Soccer Coach podcast, Gary Curneen sits down with former Premier League and MLS center backs Danny Collins and Ike Opara to break down how the center back position has changed — and what might be getting lost along the way. The conversation explores the evolution from defender-first to build-up quarterback, the influence of possession-based football, and the tension between philosophy and making the best decision in the moment. Danny and Ike share firsthand experiences from elite environments, discussing duels, mentality, physicality, decision-making under pressure, and why clean sheets still matter. This episode dives into: • How the role of the center back has evolved over the last 10–15 years • The impact of building out from the back at youth and professional levels • Whether defensive craft and mentality are being deprioritized • Philosophy vs results in modern coaching • What still defines an elite defender today • Where defending might be heading next If you coach defenders, work in player development, or want a deeper understanding of how modern football is reshaping defensive roles, this is a must-listen conversation. Subscribe to Modern Soccer Coach for more long-form conversations, breakdowns, and insights from the game’s leading coaches and players. #soccer #football #soccertraining #soccercoaching #soccerdrills #defending #podcast #coaching #footy #garycurneen #dannycollins #ikeopara #podcastshow #soccerpodcast #youtubepodcast #youthsoccer #modernsoccercoach

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience still basking in the afterglow of last week's 200th show (246 when including the "Best of" series!) This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with John Gregg, expert contributor to Game Run Ai Analytics. "Coaches Corner" features aud...

Join MSC Insider Now: https://modernsoccercoach.mimentorportal.com/subscriptions In this episode, Gary is in Rio again to sit down with Caique Andrade from Flamengo’s U20 staff for an inside look at one of the world’s most demanding development environments. The conversation dives into the culture, expectations, and daily standards that shape young players at a club where intensity, identity, and pressure are part of the DNA. Caique discusses what defines a Flamengo player, how U20 athletes learn from world-class professionals every day, and why the club has shifted toward more technical and tactical profiles. He shares insights on creativity, decision making, analysis processes, and the challenges of working with players who come from diverse educational and social backgrounds. The discussion also explores the realities of the Brazilian pathway: constant competition, heavy match schedules, family expectations, and the resilience required to grow in an environment where opportunities are rare and the bar is extremely high. A fascinating look into culture, development, and the modern demands of youth football inside one of the biggest clubs in the world.

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Get FREE notes here: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/post/inside-the-aspire-summit-coaching-lessons-from-southgate-benitez-nancy-nesta In this episode, Gary shares reflections from the 11th Aspire Academy Global Summit in Philadelphia — a two-day event hosted in collaboration with the Philadelphia Union and Major League Soccer. With world-class speakers like Rafa Benítez, Gareth Southgate, Wilfried Nancy, and Alessandro Nesta, the conference tackled football’s biggest coaching questions — from tactical evolution to leadership, communication, and the mindset needed to keep learning in an ever-changing game. Gary breaks down his biggest takeaways and how coaches at every level can apply them in their own environments.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience to what is an inspirational show. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Danielle Potemri, the Regional Director of the American Amputee Soccer Association and amputee athlete, Damon Gallagher. "Coaches Corner" features Eric Eisenh...

Join MSC Insider and access Ian's full presentation below: https://modernsoccercoach.mimentorportal.com/subscriptions In recent years, creativity in football has become a hot topic. Many fans, coaches, and analysts have noticed that the modern game, while faster and more tactically advanced, sometimes feels robotic. Players follow strict systems, teams recycle familiar patterns, and moments of genuine spontaneity feel rare. Ian McCall has taken an in-depth look at this topic and provided a full presentation that provides insight and ideas on what coaches can do to design environments that keep creativity alive. In this interview, he looks at the following: - Has football become too efficient and lost its creative spark? - The difference between individual, collaborative, and collective creativity. - How data, structure, and business pressures are shaping the modern game. - Why society and education systems also impact creativity on the pitch. - The role of coaches in creating safe environments for risk-taking. Practical ideas to design training that fosters imagination and spontaneity.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience to another terrific show! This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Michaell Milazzo, Assistant Coach for the New England Revolution II squad. "Coaches Corner" features Paul Robinson where he discusses "Useless Game Models". "News and Analysis" will feature Giovanni Pacini's reporting stories from the AP, and Ralph Ferrigno's European Soccer Report ...

Join MSC Insider Below: https://modernsoccercoach.mimentorportal.com/subscriptions Gary is joined by Sue Parris, an emotional welfare specialist who has worked in professional football. for almost 15 years. Sue is an emotional intelligence advocate and developer, as well as Founder of The Changing Room and Simply Human and Head of Welfare and senior consultant for The Player Care Group. She spent eight years at Brighton and Hove Albion working as Education, Welfare, and Player Services Manager. In this interview Sue discusses: - The real definition of mental health - The complexity of football environments - Advice on vulnerability in the daily environment - Mistakes that coaches and leaders can make in this area And much more!

Gary is joined by Adi Viveash, who recently joined Middlesbrough first team coaching staff and also spent eight years at Chelsea as assistant Academy and assistant reserve team coach before being named Under-18 manager in July 2011. He was promoted to development squad manager in 2014, which saw him lead Chelsea’s Under-21s. During his time at Chelsea, among the players Adi had a key hand in developing were Marc Guehi, Conor Gallagher, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Mason Mount and Reece James. His departure from the Blues was confirmed in May 2017 but two months later he was back in work having been named assistant manager at Coventry City. In this interview, Adi gives a unique perspective on life at Chelsea, how the game has changed in the last 10 years, the variables that coaches must take into consideration, how coaches manage elite level players who are on the verge of the first team, plus the difference between first team coaching and development. An extra special thanks to SportsLab360 for teaming up with us on this episode. Since 2016 they've been helping thousands of coaches empower their players to improve their Soccer IQ and decision-making on the pitch. It's one of the easiest and most affordable ways to get more out of your team. We have a special offer for MSC listeners at the halfway point of the interview! Click below to check them out: https://sportslab360.com/

🎙️ Inside College Soccer | Featuring Steve Purdy Presented by Sports Recruiting USA (SRUSA) In this episode, host Don Williams sits down with former professional and current trainer Steve Purdy to unfold a compelling story of resilience, adaptability, and passion—from Northern California youth leagues to Germany's 2.Bundesliga and MLS, and finally into elite coaching. 🧭 Journey Through the Game Purdy reflects on pivotal career milestones: breakout youth performances in Northern California, powering the Cal Golden Bears to a Pac‑10 title, testing himself in Europe with 1860 Munich, enduring injury setbacks, and representing both MLS clubs (FC Dallas, Portland Timbers) and El Salvador’s national team. His story illustrates the unpredictable, yet rewarding, path of pro soccer purdyperformance.com+7timbers.com+7linkedin.com+7purdyperformance.com+1purdyperformance.com+1. 🏋️‍♂️ Transition to Trainer & Vision for Development Today, Steve runs Purdy Performance in Green Bay, a comprehensive soccer training hub that blends technical, tactical, athletic, and mental conditioning—reflecting his own approach to holistic player growth purdyperformance.com+1soccerparents.com+1. Through private sessions, small groups, and camps, he supports players 7–18+ with customized programming. His offerings include: Elite & Development Tracks: including “Elite GK Academy” for ages 12–16—15 weeks of high‑tempo, position‑specific sessions covering all modern goalkeeper tools purdyperformance.com. Sports Performance Programs: functional strength, speed, agility, HIIT, and SPARTAN DEKA training—a full fitness suite beyond soccer purdyperformance.com+2soccerparents.com+2purdyperformance.com+2. 🌱 Mindset & Holistic Athlete Approach Purdy emphasizes that true player development extends beyond the pitch—his site details a strong focus on mental strength and lifestyle coaching, built from his background as a certified lifestyle and exercise coach linkedin.com. 📈 Impact & Legacy Under his leadership, Purdy Performance collaborates with the likes of SC Wave and The Talent Projekt to connect youth players with MLS Next, MWC, and YNL pathways—underscoring his role in fostering long-term elite athletes purdyperformance.com+4facebook.com+4purdyperformance.com+4. This episode is a masterclass in transition—showing how elite play, adversity, and strategic reinvention can reshape a career. For college athletes, coaches, and parents, Purdy’s insights offer actionable strategies in technical excellence and mental toughness, perfectly aligned with SRUSA’s mission to mold tomorrow’s soccer leaders. This episode is brought to you by Sports Recruiting USA, the College Soccer Recruiting Experts. Check out us on social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/sportsrecruitingusa X: www.twitter.com/SRUSA_Official Instagram: www.instagram.com/sportsrecruitingusa Threads: www.threads.net/@sportsrecruitingusa TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@collegesoccer LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/sportsrecruitingusa Website: https://www.sportsrecruitingusa.com/

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience to yet another great show. Giovanni opens the show regarding his attending at the Project Goal Gala held at Centreville Bank Stadium, home of Rhode Island FC in Pawtucket RI. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Brett Johnson, the driving force behind Rhode Island FC a...

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite, your FREE bitesize taster of this morning's full Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, Shane Keegan joined Ger Gilroy and Ciara Trant on how the new Chief Football Officer for the FAI should be shaped. Who is best primed for the job? And was Canham ever going to be there long-term? Bordeaux-Begles attack coach Noel McNamara has had quite the coaching career so far, learning from the likes of Leo Cullen and Paul O'Connell. But today's Bite begins with Keegan on Canham and the FAI. Catch Off The Ball Breakfast LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

After the Manchester Derby turned into a damp squib, Mark Chapman, Chris Sutton, Rory Smith and Michael Brown discuss whether over-coaching, micro-management and a fear making mistakes has become an "illness in the game". They also ask why derbies have seemingly lost their spark. And after Ivan Juric left Southampton following their relegation, Glen de la Cour from the Total Saints podcast joins the MNC to discuss where the Saints go from here. Topics: 03:14 - What next for Southampton? 12:40 - Glen de la Cour from the Total Saints podcast 20:01 - Why won't promoted clubs adapt their style of play to suit the Premier League? 34:08 - Is modern Premier League football rubbish? 40:19 - Have derbies lost their spark? 48:44 - Where do you draw the line between coaching and micro-management? BBC Sounds / 5 Live commentaries this week: Arsenal v Real Madrid - Champions League - 20:00 - Tuesday 8th April PSG v Aston Villa - Champions League - 20:00 - Wednesday 9th April Lyon v Man Utd - Europa League - 20:00 - Thursday 10th April Forest v Everton - Premier League - 15:00 - Saturday 12th April Arsenal v Brentford - Premier League - 17:30 - Saturday 12th April Liverpool v West Ham - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April Newcastle v Man Utd - Premier League - 16:30 - Sunday 13th April BBC Sounds / 5 Sports Extra commentaries this week: Belgium v England - Nations League - 19:30 - Tuesday 8th April Chelsea v Ipswich - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April Wolves v Spurs - Premier League - 14:00 - Sunday 13th April

Send us Fan Mail Episode 112, Brought to you in association with our friends at Soccer Coach Weekly (@SoccerCoachWeek) Episode 112 - A Look At Grassroots Football, with Jason Carney, Director of Coaching at FC Portland and Author In this episode we speak again with the wonderful Jason Carney, who is the Director of Coaching at FC Portland. We discuss his coaching background and updates since we previously spoke back in 2022. We discuss grassroots football, the obstacles to player...

MSC Special Offer Below!! https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/2025-special-offer-coach-bundle This week, Gary talks to current professional striker Conor Washington about the position and ways to potentially improve how it is coached from youth to senior level. With over 400 appearances at the professional level at clubs including Derby County and Queens Park Rangers, plus 40 caps at international level, Conor has experienced the game at the highest level and shares insights on what separates the best players. Also, there are a couple of twists in the conversation. Firstly, as a pro player Conor utilized and benefited from an individual coach that made an immediate improvement on his game. Now, as Conor starts to look ahead into the future, he's already started his Elite Attacking Coach program where he's supporting the next generation of attacking players. Conor discusses this and much more!

Meeds, Jay and Semmy catch up the absolute crashing of Southampton at St Mary's where Chelsea ran out 5-1 winners in what was a comfortable win for the blues. Topics: Maresca's tinkerings Southampton blammed Madueke's motivation The importance of a good coach Squad Quality debate. Spurs preview We will be releasing more bonus pods in the future on our patreon. Sign up here if you want more exclusive content like this here: Patreon.com/Chessyhour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary is joined by one of the leaders in worldwide player development over the past 10-15 years. Romeo Jozak was a pioneer as Technical Director for Croatia and now works as Technical Director for Saudi Arabia. He also holds a UEFA PRO License and is author the phenomenal book,“CFF Development Curriculum.” In this interview, Romeo outlines the challenges for coaches and youth environments in the United States, as well suggesting potential solutions to progress the development of both coaches and players. Looking for new coach support options: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/product-page/msc-1-to-1-mentoring-package

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros recap the midweek MLS Cup Playoff matches, interview award-winning baker Bryan Ford, recap the most recent USWNT win, and more.

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with an overview of today's show which is jam packed! This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is a replay of an interview with Anson Dorrance, the Head Womens Soccer Coach at the University of North Carolina. Coach Dorrance is retiring after 45 years at UNC. "Coaches Corner" will feature the third installment of vision training with TJ Kostecky. News and Analysis will feature Giova...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with an overview of today's show which includes the latest GP Soccer Podcast rankings and a look back at the interview with Alexi Lalas. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Liam Connors, staff coach with the New England Revolution Academy. "Coaches Corner" will feature the importance of kids practicing on their own. News and Analysis will feature Giovanni Pacini discussing Ma...

We are joined by Real Salt Lake (MLS) assistant coach, Anthony Pulis. With extensive experience in the game, as well as both UEFA Pro Licence and US Soccer Pro Licence, Anthony has worked as both head coach with Miami FC and St Louis FC. He's also held assistant roles at Inter Miami and Orlando City. #coaching #soccer #football #anthonypulis #success #journey #coach #manager #mls #podcast #podcasting #podcaster #modernsoccercoach #soccercoachingdrills #interview #garycurneen #football #futbol #futebol

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with feedback from last week's show as well as his thoughts on the recent Netflix documentary entitled- "Untold: Hope Solo vs. US Soccer. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Warren Backman, the new Head Men's Soccer Coach at Dean College in Franklin, MA where the discussion revolves around being a first-time head collegiate soccer coach. "Coaches Corner" will feature Da...

Gary is joined by Fulham FC academy coach Sherlen Lindsay to discuss mental health and coaching. How do you balance the competition with your personal life? Is happiness really attainable? How do you get that energy back? Does coach education help or hinder the process? June is Men's Mental Health Awareness month and Sherlen provides many ideas and insights that can potentially help coaches navigate the world of competitive coaching and mental health. Check out MSC website for more resources: https://www.modernsoccercoach.com/blog

Lisa Carlin, Christine Cupo, and Darian Jenkins were in-studio to talk about all the latest from the women's game. First up, the ladies discuss the CONCACAF W Champions Cup official draw and how the tournament is going to work, then a chat about Sam Mewis putting on her coaching hat for Vermont Green FC, and finally the Sinead Farrelly retirement announcement (2:09). Next, Sandra Herrera is welcomed into the show to talk about the record breaking night for the NWSL at Wrigley Field when the Chicago Red Stars took on Bay FC (11:25). Then, the ladies recap the NWSL weekend results for the top half of the league (22:43). And finally, the A3 crew breakdown the NWSL results for the bottom half of the league (40:53). Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @LisaCarlin32, @SandHerrera_, @Darian_Jenks, and @CCupo. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 10 of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with a variety of soccer stories that have taken place over the last week. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" features Jimmy Odierna, the Head Boys Soccer Coach at Needham (MA) HS where the topic is the place of high school soccer in the overall player development scheme in the US. "Coaches Corner" will feature its third and final segment on vision training ...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 10 of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with commentary on the current New England sports scene which segues into the New England Revolution - Inter Mami match played at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, MA. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" features Joe Campbell, the Head Men's Soccer Coach at Dean College (Franklin, MA) where the topic is- "building a competitive collegiate soccer program". "Coaches...

Should clubs be allowed to pay agents directly? Would Rúben Amorim be a good fit if he took over at Liverpool next season? What advice would our trio give to parents of youngsters getting into the game? Gary, Alan and Micah also discuss the hardest role in sports broadcasting. Is it the presenter, pundit, commentator or co-commentator? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We will tell you (almost) everything about attacking play. After our introductory seminar and in addition to the continuing analysis-workshops, in the next topic of our academy we will dedicate ourselves to what’s probably the most beautiful and important part of soccer: the offensive game. We are going to present elementary ideas, models and concepts […]

Thierry Henry is the special guest on Monday Night Football with Jamie and Dave. The Arsenal legend talks in depth about the art of goalscoring, shares his thoughts on current strikers, and discusses his coaching roles to date. Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-premier-league-podcast You can listen to the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play the Sky Sports Premier League Podcast". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/premier-league For advertising opportunities email: [email protected]

Join Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Mo Edu as they connect with the biggest names from global soccer on the Kickin’ It podcast. Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! Jermaine Jones joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Mo Edu to talk about the truth behind making the switch from the German National Team to the U.S. Men's National Team, how being born in Germany instead of the United States has affected his legacy and future, his no-holds-barred approach to social media, and the rewards of coaching. The Switch (03:59): Decision to join the USMNT, trying to reconnect with father, feeling like you belong. Assessment and Appreciation (11:59): Growing up in Germany, colleagues versus friends, competitive nature. Reputation (19:03): Perceived as a "bad boy," fighting for the weakest, sharing personal life on social media. Relationship highs and lows (28:26): Family, divorce, and finding inspiration in opportunity. Coaching and life parallels (37:56): Managing from personal perspective, past coach take-aways, any overall regrets. Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, soccer documentaries and more by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with comments regarding the Showtime special series- "The World According to Football". The series tackles many serious social issues through the lense of football. This week's "Conversation with the Coach" will feature Rob Holliday of MA Youth Soccer where the topic is- "Coaching Your Children". "Coaches Corner" will feature a segment with Paul Robinson where he discusses the importance o...

The lads are joined by Swansea City Under 21 Coach Anthony Wright in an AiC that is over 6 years in the making. Anthony talks about the U21 schedule, the player well-being app, fast tracking players through age groups and Paddy has never forgiven Anthony for ousting him out the Bishop Vaughan football team. Anthony talks about being scouted by Liverpool as a kid, playing in the same team as some famous Liverpool names, catching trains on his own at 14 years of age, making his pro debut for Ox...

Natalia Astrain, the Telemundo soccer commentator who's coached youth and professional women's soccer on both sides of the Atlantic and coaxed intentional, aesthetically-pleasing soccer from the U17 women's national team in 2022, joins the pod. She has a distinct vantage point for observing the challenges and opportunities facing women's soccer in America as the national team prepares for the beginning of the Emma Hayes era. Wide-ranging conversation -- everything from Onyeka Gamero's path to the first team at Barca to the superpowers of the American player and the overemphasis on results at young ages in the States.