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From Vietnam to Ireland, Nam the Man Spreads the Passion and Promise of Freestyle Football
Hoai-Nam Nguyen is many things to many people. In Vietnam, Nguyen is a walking embodiment of freestyle football. To an expert like Mr. Woo, he's one of the most...
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Strength, Health, and Gratitude: How Soccer Ignited Julia Glanz’s Relentless Pursuit of Fitness Excellence
Strength and conditioning coach Julia Glanz has made a seamless transition from her soccer career at the University of Arizona to her professional career as a fitness expert. Through...
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Face Time: Catching Up With Houston Dynamo Midfielder Memo Rodriguez
Ahead of the MLS Is Back Tournament's kickoff later this week, we catch up with Memo Rodriguez, whose breakout 2019 season has Houston Dynamo fans excited for more.
The last...
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Skills From Down Under: A One-on-One Conversation with Aussie Futsaler Daniel Cappellaro
When it comes to skills, you either have it or you don't. Australian native Daniel Cappellaro — aka D10 — has got it. We had a chance to talk to the 31-year-old skill fanatic about his experience in futsal and what the future holds for D10.
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Finding the Perfect Balance of Art and Sport With Incredibly Accomplished Pro Freestyler Laura Biondo
The first woman to hold a Guinness World Record in freestyle, Laura Biondo has gone from competing in some of the world's biggest freestyle events to performing with the...
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Paciencia, Pasión y Perseverancia: Charly Iacono de Argentina Finalmente es Campión Mundial del Freestyle
Carlos Alberto Iacono, conocido como Charly, es un hombre perseverante. Competitor comprobado, es bien conocido y bien querido en el circuito de freestyle. Por su atletismo, compostura y combinaciones acrobáticas,...
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One Passion: Giovane Lobo a Rising L.A. Star
The San Fernando Valley in Los Angeles is home to many talented soccer players who are pursuing their passion in the sport and constantly pushing their limits to improve....
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A Conversation With Yael Averbuch-West, the Busiest Woman in Soccer
The Co-Executive Director of the NWSL Players Association and creator of her own training app Techne, few people in soccer hustled as much as Yael Averbuch-West to begin with....
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LA Galaxy II Keeper Abraham Romero Dishes On the Rowdiest Crowds and Why He Chose Mexico Over USMNT
Abraham Romero is built for the big moment. The 22-year-old rising goalkeeper takes us into his life — telling us why he'd rather be the third-string keeper for Mexico...
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Going Behind the Scenes of the Fantastic Venezia FC Kits with Fly Nowhere Co-Founder Diego Moscosoni
They took the world by storm last summer with some of the most unique and head-turning designs in all of soccer. But what went into the making of the...
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Face Time: Mauricio Pineda Discusses His Rookie Experience, Bubble Life, and UNC Tarheel Greats
Our Face Time series continues with Chicago Fire rookie Mauricio Pineda, whose strong performance at the MLS Is Back Tournament has commanded the attention of many across the league.
Mauricio...
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Inside the Creative Mind of Warren Creavalle
From designing the official MLS Black Lives Matter t-shirt to creating his own brand, Warren Creavalle refuses to be confined to the boundaries of a traditional athlete. We sit...
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Revisiting ‘The Two Escobars’ 10 Years Later With Co-Director Jeff Zimbalist
As we near its 10-year anniversary, we revisit the groundbreaking film The Two Escobars, which remains the gold standard for soccer documentaries today. We sat down with director Jeff Zimbalist to...
Art
Art of the Game: A Look Behind Dutch Street Art Crew Kamp Seedorf
A street art collective to the fullest, Kamp Seedorf has made international waves with their brilliant murals of footballers and other cultural icons. We get a rare interview with...
Urban Hype
Hip-Hop and Football: L.A. Rapper Jez Dior Talks His Love for the Beautiful Game
In the diverse city of Los Angeles, the football community football collides with music, art, and culture in an enigmatic way. The city paves avenues and pathways for just...
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From Homeless to Pro Footballer, Christina Burkenroad Doesn’t Let Her Circumstances Define Her
From living in hotels and crashing at friends' houses in high school to playing in the Champions League, Sparta Prague forward Christina Burkenroad's journey through soccer is far from...
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‘Coach’ and Its Star Tracy Hamm Look to Inspire a Generation of Female Footballers
Move over 30 for 30, Coach is the new standard for sports documentaries. Following Tracy Hamm's journey to gaining her UEFA A coaching license, the film appeared at a...
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A Conversation With Ted Westervelt, Pro/Rel USA’s Most Outspoken Crusader
In the contentious #ProRelforUSA landscape on social media, one voice is the loudest, if not the most consistent: Ted Westervelt. We sat down with the man behind one of...
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Kicking It With Kala: Getting to Know the Breakdance-Inspired Polish Champion
One of the world's most creative and original freestylers, Bartłomiej "Kala" Rak is not only known for his incredible breakdance-inspired combos, but also for his unique views on the...
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Earl Edwards Jr. Discusses the Progress of MLS Black Players for Change
The MLS season ended last month, but that doesn't mean the work stops for Earl Edwards Jr. and the MLS Black Players for Change group. We caught up with...
