In this episode, Paul challenges the common belief that America would excel in soccer if only its best athletes participated. He argues that this notion is a lazy excuse and delves into the complexities of soccer as a sport that requires more than just athleticism. The discussion highlights the importance of coaching, the need for a meritocratic system, and the role of game IQ in developing world-class players. Paul also compares the US women's soccer team's past dominance with the current global landscape.- Get In TouchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauljgspaceyTwitter: https://x.com/PaulSpaceyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulspaceyEmail: https://pauljspacey.com/contact-3/-Chapters00:00 Debunking the Athleticism Myth in Soccer01:00 US Women's Soccer vs. Global Competitors02:09 American Sports Player Data04:07 MLS Players & 3Four3 Coaching 05:04 U.S. Soccer History & Christian Pulisic06:55 NFL Players Switching to Soccer08:21 Closed Leagues & Pro/Rel

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