latest articles by Zach Lowy
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/ 1 day agoGustavo Poyet exclusive: ‘Always playing offensive football, that started with me’ at Brighton
Uruguayan legend Gus Poyet talks exclusively to World Soccer Talk about his career at Chelsea and Spurs, creating the modern identity of Brighton, and his readiness to return to the dugout after winning titles in South Korea.
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/ 5 days agoChampions League exit reveals an ugly truth for Real Madrid
Is Kylian Mbappe a curse for Real Madrid? Following their aggregate defeat to Bayern Munich, Los Blancos face a managerial crisis and a squad regression that Florentino Perez must answer for.
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/ 11 days agoJens Petter Hauge on Norway’s World Cup 2026 chances: ‘I think everything is up for grabs for us’
Norway star Jens Petter Hauge discusses his journey from AC Milan to Bodø/Glimt and his confidence heading into the World Cup 2026 as Norway returns to the global stage.
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/ 15 days agoWorld Cup 2026: Portugal face Cristiano Ronaldo conundrum
Portugal must decide how Cristiano Ronaldo fits into their 2026 World Cup plans. At 41, can he still make a significant impact, or should he take a different role?
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/ 36 days agoKeinan Davis exclusive: ‘I just want to focus on Udinese and build the foundation of my body’
Udinese striker Keinan Davis talks exclusively to World Soccer Talk about his journey from Aston Villa to Italy, saving his club from relegation, and competing at the top of the Serie A scoring charts.
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/ 44 days agoThe Journey of an MLS pioneer: Brian Dunseth on seven teams, U.S. Open Cup glory, and Apple TV
MLS veteran and Apple TV commentator Brian Dunseth discusses his journey from being cut at age 12 to winning the U.S. Open Cup and balancing a manic broadcasting schedule with raising three soccer-playing sons.
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/ 51 days agoGuillermo Amor exclusive: The story of La Masia’s first true graduate
Guillermo Amor discusses his legendary career at FC Barcelona, his crucial goal in the 1990 Copa del Rey Final, and his journey from being La Masia's first graduate to managing in the A-League.
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/ 69 days agoFrom South London to the Süper Lig: Jerome Opoku on his journey to Ghana’s World Cup squad
Jerome Opoku discusses his unconventional path from London to Istanbul, overcoming a season-ending injury at 17, and his pride in representing Ghana ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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/ 72 days agoJason Shokalook: ‘The Golden Boot is a super special award for me, especially being a striker’
Chicago Fire's Jason Shokalook discusses his journey from playing hockey and soccer in Pennsylvania to winning the MLS Next Pro Golden Boot and signing his first-team contract under Gregg Berhalter.
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/ 100 days agoAnthony Hudson: 'I was obsessed with really just going to watch and see how the top managers dealt with certain situations'
In an exclusive interview, Anthony Hudson discusses his global coaching journey, studying under Marcelo Bielsa, his time leading the USMNT, and his latest mission with the Thailand national team.
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/ 105 days agoFrom Dublin to MLS 360: Kevin Egan on his 'blind optimism' and the journey to Apple TV
MLS 360 host Kevin Egan talks to World Soccer Talk about his journey from Dublin to the U.S., overcoming imposter syndrome at beIN SPORTS, and why leaving WWE for Apple TV resulted in his "dream job."
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/ 113 days agoKellyn Acosta: 'The brain is the most powerful tool you have—it's the strongest muscle'
MLS champion and USMNT veteran Kellyn Acosta opens up about his journey from a bullied youth in Texas to the 2022 World Cup, his iconic assist against Mexico, and his determination to bounce back with the Chicago Fire.
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/ 120 days agoShakhtar CEO Serhiy Palkin: 'Ukrainian football is surviving, but it’s in crisis mode because of the ongoing war'
Shakhtar Donetsk CEO Serhiy Palkin speaks to World Soccer Talk about the club's resilience during the ongoing war, the decline of the Ukrainian league, and their new youth academy expansion into the United States.
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/ 126 days agoAdam Buksa: 'I never would have thought that MLS would be my next step'
From overcoming career-threatening injuries to winning the Supporters' Shield with New England, Adam Buksa discusses his unique journey through MLS, France, Denmark, and his new life in Serie A with Udinese.
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/ 147 days ago'Nobody would have expected what he’s doing now': Samassékou breaks down Haaland’s success and his own MLS goals
Diadié Samassékou discusses his journey from Red Bull Salzburg to MLS, reflects on Erling Haaland’s rise, and shares his goals with Houston Dynamo and the Mali national team.