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Soccer Education for the Serious

  1. 3 FEB

    #414 – Why MLS Academies Exist: Power, Control & Cheap Labor (Not Player Development)

    We dive deep into the structure and incentives behind Major League Soccer in this episode. We explain why MLS academies exist primarily to maintain monopoly control over the elite youth pipeline rather than to develop first-team talent, how homegrown rules provide cheap labor while designated players serve as the real attraction for casual fans, and […]

    1h 27m

  2. 23 JAN

    #413 – Why MLS Coaches Fail Overseas: Wilfred Nancy, Celtic & The Real MLS Business Model

    We unpack three critical current events that mainstream media continues to misrepresent or ignore. First, we analyze Wilfred Nancy’s short and unsuccessful stint at Celtic, why Celtic fans saw the writing on the wall immediately, and what it teaches us about the massive gap between MLS coaching environments and genuine high-stakes European football. Next, we […]

    1h 14m

  3. 20 JAN

    #412 – The Futsal Scam in America: Hype vs. Reality for Youth Soccer Development

    In this episode, we tackle the heated debate around futsal in US soccer. We affirm that futsal is a fantastic tool for building technical skills and tight-space play, but we’ve seen it morph into a grift where it’s sold as the magic fix for America’s systemic issues. We address backlash from figures like Eddie Johnson, […]

    52 min

  4. 13 JAN

    #411 – Have You Been Brainwashed? Dispelling American Soccer Myths

    American Youth Soccer and the Road to World-Class Players In this episode, we dive deeper into why the US hasn’t produced world-class soccer players, despite massive participation numbers. We address misguided views from Instagram comments, debunking myths like pay-to-play, athlete preferences for other sports, and cultural differences. We explain how the lack of an open […]

    1h 36m

  5. 5 JAN

    #410 – US Soccer’s Big Questions: Why No World-Class Players? Pro/Rel, Culture, and 2026 Future

    We off the new year with a variety show driven by listener questions from Instagram. Key discussions include the failure of the US to produce a world-class player despite its large population, issues with US soccer and MLS, and the importance of promotion and relegation. The episode explores how suburban soccer culture impacts player development, […]

    1h 14m

  6. 29/12/2025

    #409 – Building a Youth Soccer Club in America: Challenges, Insights, and Toca FC’s Journey

    Building a Youth Soccer Club from Scratch: Challenges and Triumphs In episode 409, we bring on Alec Lemmon, founder of Toca FC, a youth soccer club based in Kansas City. Alec shares his journey of starting the club from ground zero, the challenges faced, and the importance of values like faith, family, and football. We […]

    2h 2m

  7. 16/12/2025

    #408 – World Cup 2026 Draw: USMNT Reactions, Media & USL Rants + Coaching Tips

    In Episode 408, we react to the 2026 World Cup draw, highlighting the USMNT’s manageable group and debating home-field edges. Discussions turn to media missteps, like Jimmy Conrad’s flip on Pochettino, and how American soccer commentary often lacks nuance. The USL Players Union’s take on promotion/relegation gets called out for hurting player interests. Finally, insights […]

    1h 16m

  8. 08/12/2025

    #407 – 12 Lesson From Pochettino You Must Not Ignore

    In this episode, we highlight an important interview with Mauricio Pochettino by Andres Cantor, which outlines critical insights often ignored by English-language media. We break down Pochettino’s key points on how the US can aspire to be a top-tier soccer nation, addressing issues of player entitlement, cultural differences, and systemic challenges. We also share our […]

    1h 12m
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Soccer Education for the Serious

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  • Creator
    3four3
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2026
  • Episodes
    349
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Soccer by 3four3

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