San Jose Earthquakes homegrown product Niko Tsakiris drops by for the latest Urban Pitch Podcast episode to discuss rising up the youth ranks of his hometown team, his international experience with the USYNT, and Bruce Arena’s arrival in San Jose.
At just 19 years old, Niko Tsakiris already has a wealth of experience both for club and country. He made his first team debut with the San Jose Earthquakes as a homegrown player at just 16, and has since blossomed into a key player for the club. At the international level, Tsakiris has featured for the United States youth national team in multiple tournaments, including the 2023 U-20 World Cup, and 2024 U-20 CONCACAF Championships, where he won the Golden Ball.
He stops by the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss his international experience, making his pro debut at such a young age, and his thoughts on Bruce Arena joining the Earthquakes as head coach and sporting director.
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