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Former Midwest United and Michigan Hawks player, Riley Tanner has had quite the soccer journey. After her youth soccer career she headed to South Carolina and then transferred to Alabama for her last 3 years of eligibility. She was drafted by the Washington Spirit in the 3rd Round of the 2023 NWSL Draft and then headed to play for Spokane Zephyr. Now she is in Australia playing for Sydney FC in the Women's A-League. Riley details the ups and downs of her soccer journey, but also what she has learned along the way. 

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Head coach of FC Naples, Matt Poland, sits down with We Are Soccer to discuss his soccer journey. From NAIA soccer to playing overseas in Finland and Sweden, and then to transitioning into a coaching role. In his first season at FC Naples, he lead the club to a 13-9-8 overall record and made it to the USL League One Championship match. In year two he looks to replicate that success and create new memories for the club and supporters.

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Western Michigan University women's soccer head coach, Lewis Robinson, sat down with We Are Soccer to discuss the 2025 season, the 2026 recruiting class and the quick impact and success Lewis has had!! Lewis also shares how great it is to be around an ambitious coach like Chad Wiseman who has built an extremely successful men's soccer program at WMU.

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Former University of New Mexico center back and MAC Hermann Semifinalist, Kyle Venter, joins We Are Soccer to discuss his soccer journey. In 2014 Kyle was selected 23rd overall by the LA Galaxy and began his pro soccer career. Kyle discusses his 7-year pro career and gives some great advice to current college players wanting to be pro players. Brooks and Kyle also discuss how he got into coaching women's college soccer and how excited he is to be coaching at the University of Michigan!

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USLPA Exexcutive Board Member, Robbie Mertz, joins We Are Soccer to break down what the USLPA is fighting for in these CBA negotiations. Many USL players struggle with low pay and lack of healthcare, forcing difficult choices. Investing in players means a stronger league for everyone. #USL #Soccer #PlayerWages #Healthcare #Sports #WeAreSoccer

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Dartmouth Men's Soccer has a new head coach!! Connor Klekota takes over after serving as an assistant coach at Georgetown University men's soccer. Brooks and Connor discuss how Connor plans to get the program back to winning ways and competing for a National Championship! Connor also discusses what an honor it is to be the head coach of a program where the legend Bobby Clark coached the Big Green for 9 seasons.

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Bowling Green State Women's Soccer head coach, Chris Fox, joins We Are Soccer to talk about the program. Chris and Brooks discuss the 2025 season, the rivalry between BGSU and Toledo as well as discuss the 2026 recruiting class. Chris also gives some excellent recruiting advice for high school players.

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Western Michigan Men's Soccer head coach, Chad Wiseman, sits down with Brooks about the Western Michigan Men's Soccer program. They discuss the 2025 season, the 2026 recruiting class and Chad gives his advice for current high school recruits. Chad also talks about the coaches that influenced him the most and how the Broncos aren' afraid to go play anyone across the country.

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We’re diving into the biggest talking points in world football 👇 -Arsenal — are they seriously bottling it again?! -Tottenham Hotspur — crunch time has arrived… so what happened to the “new manager bounce”? -Chelsea FC — is the Rosenior project already falling apart? -A woman coaching in the Bundesliga?! Yep… and we’ve got thoughts 👀 -UEFA Champions League talk, EPL MVP debates, and MUCH MORE! 🎙️ Join us LIVE as we break it all down, react, and take your comments in real time. 📅 Live Monday at 8:30 PM EST Make sure to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔, and jump in the chat!

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Join us LIVE on We Are Soccer as we break down everything happening in the football world 🌍⚽ We’re talking: -The latest drama in the Premier League -Big moments from the FA Cup -Storylines across the English Football League And we’re officially 65 days until the FIFA World Cup 👀 💬 We want YOU involved — jump in the chat, drop your takes, and be part of the show! Even if you can only stay for 10 minutes, come hang out and talk football with us. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss a live show.

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