Luis Robles on Building the Next Generation (Part 1)

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Chasing the Game - Youth Soccer in America

Liron Unreich, Matt Tartaglia

4 episodes

1 day ago

A weekly podcast that helps parents, players, and coaches navigate the complex world of U.S. youth soccer. Co-hosts Liron Unreich and Matt Tartaglia bring unique perspectives as a filmmaker and an investor, both of whom raise teenage soccer players, mixing storytelling, statistics, and interviews with top voices in the game. From pay-to-play and cultural differences to college recruiting and international comparisons, Chasing the Game unpacks what families really need to know about the beautiful game in America.

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Luis Robles on Building the Next Generation (Part 1)

Chasing the Game - Youth Soccer in America

47 minutes

2 weeks ago

Luis Robles on Building the Next Generation (Part 1)

In Part 1 of our conversation, Luis Robles, MLS NEXT Technical Director and former New York Red Bulls goalkeeper, shares his inspiring journey from underdog to MLS legend. Luis opens up about resilience, leadership, and the lessons learned on the field that now shape his work with the next generation of American players.

(00:00) - Chapter 1
(00:00) - - Luis Robles on learning soccer late and almost choosing baseball
(00:00) - - From immigrant family to USMNT and MLS Cup champion
(00:00) - - Becoming a soccer parent and seeing pay-to-play up close
(00:00) - - The grind of travel soccer and family sacrifices
(00:00) - - What MLS NEXT is and why it matters
(00:00) - - Can U.S. soccer build better pathways for kids?
(00:00) - - Luis on goalkeeping, resilience, and identity
(00:00) - - Hopes for the next generation of players