The TRUTH About Going PRO in Soccer

The TRUTH About Going PRO in Soccer

August 21, 2025 Duration: 19:19
There are so many different paths to going pro in soccer in North America, but which one is the best? We had Raheem, former MLS player Isaiah Reid, and ZthTraining talk about their own journeys and debate which route gives players the best shot at making it 🔥 With teenagers like Cavan Sullivan, Mathis Albert, and more signing pro contracts at such a young age, is the college route still the way to go, or are leagues like MLS Next and the USL pipeline taking over? 🤔 The squad broke it all down, weighing the pros and cons of MLS Next, College Soccer, USL, and more. Let us know in the comments which path YOU think is the best, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on noti’s so you never miss a Rondo debate! 💯 Timestamps: Intro:(0:00) Isaiah’s Path To Going Pro:(0:20) How Things Have Changed:(0:50) Pro’s & Con’s Of MLS Next:(2:01) Other Options Outside Of Academies:(3:05) The USL Pipeline:(3:40) The College Pathway:(6:51) US Club Soccer Pathway:(11:40) Recreational Soccer:(14:40) #football #soccer #mls #usl #mlsnext #ncaa #ecnl #usmnt #goalusa #therondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every Thursday, The Rondo by GOAL sets up for a deep dive into the stories that actually matter in American soccer. This isn't just a highlights reel; it's a conversation from the heart of the sport. You'll get genuine behind-the-scenes perspective on the US National Teams, thoughtful analysis of the latest across MLS, NWSL, and the USL, and honest check-ins on how American players are faring in leagues overseas. The hosts bring a specific flavor to the discussion, often marked by their choice of classic jerseys and a willingness to make those bold, sometimes cheeky, calls on what's coming next. That blend of informed insight and personality is what makes this podcast feel like hanging out with the most knowledgeable fans you know. It covers the entire landscape of the domestic game with a focus on context and consequence, turning the week's news into a cohesive narrative. For anyone who follows soccer in the United States, from the youth academies to the biggest international stages, this weekly rondo is a engaging and essential trap to find yourself in.
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