From scoring bangers in the CONCACAF Champions Cup to playing in the World Cup, this is Kellyn Acosta’s story.SUBSCRIBE TO DUEL NATS ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/@DuelNats?sub_confirmation=1MLS champion and former USMNT midfielder Kellyn Acosta sits down with Herculez Gomez to talk all things US soccer, from Pro/Rel to Pulisic.Acosta reflects on his time with the US national team, the growth of MLS and his decision to move overseas. Looking ahead, the 31-year-old gives his take on Mauricio Pochettino's new generation of US talent and the continued importance of Gio Reyna and Christian Pulisic.Presented by VerizonFollow DUEL NATS!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duelnatsTwitter: https://twitter.com/DuelNatsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duelnatsCONTACT: vamos@meninblazers.com0:00 - Vamos with Kellyn Acosta0:33 - Move to Europe1:01 - Process to Pogoń Szczecin1:31 - Life in Poland3:03 - Kellyn’s Family4:41 - Polish 1st Division Soccer7:02 - Life in Promotion and Regulation8:36 - Locker Room in Pro/Rel10:32 - Playing in MLS Structure11:58 - MLS has 2 Seasons12:52 - Reacting to Pundits on the USMNT14:55 - The Fans Turning18:16 - Thriving in CONCACAF19:11 - USMNT Transition Period20:27 - Not Making 2018 World Cup22:21 - Christian Pulisic’s Reaction23:00 - Will He Make the 2030 World Cup24:26 - Did Pulisic Give Up on the USMNT26:59 - New USMNT Players29:12 - Gio Reyna31:16 - Qatar World Cup34:48 - World Cup Feelings37:12 - LAFC Experience 40:21 - Carlos Vela44:03 - Verizon HotlineSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Reynoso & Soltero reveal and debate their Top 10 Ballon d’Or rankings! Who deserves football’s most prestigious individual award? Which players are overrated, underrated, or missing from the list entirely? Let us know if you agree or disagree, and share your Top 10 in the comments below!(00:00) Intro(02:18) 10th Place(09:53) 9th Place(12:43) 8th Place(17:27) 7th Place(24:59) 6th Place(28:54) 5th Place(34:32) 4th Place(39:39) 3rd Place(43:34) 2nd Place(52:27) 1st PlaceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Young Prospects, multi-million-dollar deals, and European clubs calling—are we pushing the young stars of CONCACAF too fast?The rapid hype machine surrounding teenagers like Cavan Sullivan, Julian Hall, Zavier Gozo, and Gilberto Mora has turned North American soccer into a high-stakes global marketplace.Herculez Gomez and Sebastian Salazar debate the main questions surrounding player pathways: How can young talents like Gil Mora navigate immense media scrutiny without burning out physically? Did Manchester City “rob” the Philadelphia Union and secure a bargain for Cavan Sullivan? We review CIES Football Observatory market data, highlighting how MLS players continue to increase their stock worldwide, and evaluate Olivier Giroud’s latest comments on what defines a "true footballing nation."Presented by Camarena TequilaSUBSCRIBE TO DUEL NATS ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/@DuelNats?sub_confirmation=1Follow DUEL NATS!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duelnatsTwitter: https://twitter.com/DuelNatsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duelnatsCONTACT: vamos@meninblazers.com00:00 - Messi's Young Players to Watch: Gozo and Gil Mora03:49 - Positive Sign for USMNT and Gozo06:36 - Crystal Palace the Right Spot08:32 - $50 Million: Too Much for Mora?12:01 - Other USMNT Players Ahead of Gozo14:33 - Too Much Pressure for Gilberto Mora?20:17 - Mora and Gozo: On the Alphonso Davies trajectory22:55 - CIES MLS Transfer Values23:47 - Are Man City Robbing the Philadelphia Union for Cavan Sullivan?27:26 - Will Sullivan End up at City?29:48 - Julian Hall Stuck in Red Bull Pipeline31:17 - MLS Growing in the World Transfer Market34:34 - Is the USA a Soccer Nation?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Presented by Verizon: Reynoso & Soltero preview and predict the upcoming La Liga matches for Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid!(00:00) Barcelona vs. Getafe(08:35) Walmart(10:05) Atletico Madrid vs. Deportivo Alaves(17:33) Real Madrid vs. VillarealSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Son Heung-Min in LAFC, Lionel Messi in Miami—what does it truly take to coach the idols of millions?SUBSCRIBE TO DUEL NATS ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/@DuelNats?sub_confirmation=1Former Brighton, Sunderland, and AEK Athens manager Gustavo Poyet joins Herculez Gomez to break down the psychological weight iconic players and their managers carry in modern football.Poyet reflects on the aftermath of the 2026 World Cup, why North America is one of the most exciting soccer destinations on earth, and why building rosters around player characteristics is key to sustainable success for any MLS club. Plus, Gustavo shares details of his successful stint with Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors in the K-League, analyzes Uruguay’s national team under ‘El Loco’ Marcelo Bielsa, and outlines why he is ready to make his mark in Major League Soccer.Presented by VerizonFollow DUEL NATS!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duelnatsTwitter: https://twitter.com/DuelNatsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@duelnatsCONTACT: vamos@meninblazers.com00:00 - Vamos with Gustavo Poyet00:30 - Updates After Winning Korean 1st Division03:06 - Building a Successful Brighton 06:06 - Sunderland's League Cup Final08:31 - Son Heung-min's Meaning to Koreans10:11 - Following LAFC12-18 - Managing LAFC Interest13:06 - The Interest with MLS14:08 - Contact with MLS15:26 - World Perspective of American Players17:15 - MLS Needs the Best Coaches18:42 - Messi Maintainment while in MLS20:01 - Messi vs Cristiano 22:09 - Ballon d'Or Pick24:04 - Campaigning for Pick25:19 - Managing During Social Media Age29:54 - Uruguay at the 2026 World Cup34:43 - Does Diego Forlan Have the Players?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.