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Training the Invisible: Parkhurst on Confidence, Coaching, and Survival
From youth soccer to the pros, Michael Parkhurst explains how confidence is trained, tested, and rebuilt when belief begins to fade.
Jason Longshore
Jan 243 min read
From Soft to Nasty: Matt Edwards and the Defensive Identity Atlanta United Wants to Become
Matt Edwards reflects on aggression, mentality, and the defensive identity Atlanta United is building as the club resets for the 2026 season.
Jason Longshore
Jan 243 min read
From Fort Mill to the Pacific: William Cardona’s Long Road to a First Professional Goal
William Cardona’s long road from Virginia Tech to a stoppage-time equalizer with Vanuatu United in the first season of the OFC Pro League.
Jason Longshore
Jan 212 min read
Brad Guzan Is Not Leaving the Game as Atlanta and the World Cup Open a New Chapter
Brad Guzan reflects on life after playing in an extended interview on Atlanta Soccer Tonight. The longtime Atlanta United goalkeeper discusses retirement, Tata Martino, broadcasting, and how he plans to stay involved with the club and the game in the build-up to 2026.
Jason Longshore
Jan 214 min read
Chaos, Controversy, and Champions: Senegal Win Dramatic AFCON 2025 Final
On Sunday night in Rabat, Senegal claimed the 2025 African Cup of Nations title with a 1–0 victory over Morocco at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, sealing only the second continental championship in the nation’s history. The final will be remembered less for its fluidity than for its chaos. In a tense, contentious match, Morocco were awarded a late penalty deep into stoppage time after VAR ruled that Senegal’s El Hadji Malick Diouf had fouled Brahim Díaz in the box. The decis
Nyle Farooqui
Jan 192 min read
Beyond the Game: Greg Garza on Gratitude, Responsibility, and the Work That Lasts Longer Than Goals
Former U.S. international Greg Garza discusses gratitude, mentorship, and responsibility through his work with Beyond Goals Mentoring after his playing career.
Jason Longshore
Jan 184 min read
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