It's the business end of the season so no guest but plenty to discuss as Mark and Genk are pushing for the final Conference League spot in the Belgian Playoffs. The guys talk about Mark's recent run of form, the complicated playoff system in Belgium and other Americans dealing with the end of the season in various leagues in Europe. They get into an interesting conversation about the recent run of Americans moving for record fees and the expectations that come with that - is it always best to move to the biggest club available? Finally, the guys get into summer plans ahead fo a weird winter World Cup and setting up expectations for next season (yes, already).Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

It's the business end of the season so no guest but plenty to discuss as Mark and Genk are pushing for the final Conference League spot in the Belgian Playoffs. The guys talk about Mark's recent run of form, the complicated playoff system in Belgium and other Americans dealing with the end of the season in various leagues in Europe. They get into an interesting conversation about the recent run of Americans moving for record fees and the expectations that come with that - is it always best to move to the biggest club available? Finally, the guys get into summer plans ahead fo a weird winter World Cup and setting up expectations for next season (yes, already).<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Genk's Playoff Journey

Kellyn Acosta

Many fans know Kellyn Acosta as the ultimate ish talker in the USMNT but he’s actually a really level headed, thoughtful guy off the pitch. Kellyn stopped by the show to catch up with the boys about everything from his recent move to LA, recapping the intensity of the schedule this past year, facing off against Mexico here and abroad, trades within MLS and much more. He also shares some insight into how he is able to stay present during an unrelenting schedule and how he rewards himself for accomplishments in real time. Such an awesome conversation with one of the more thoughtful leaders we have had on the pod. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Many fans know Kellyn Acosta as the ultimate ish talker in the USMNT but he’s actually a really level headed, thoughtful guy off the pitch. Kellyn stopped by the show to catch up with the boys about everything from his recent move to LA, recapping the intensity of the schedule this past year, facing off against Mexico here and abroad, trades within MLS and much more. He also shares some insight into how he is able to stay present during an unrelenting schedule and how he rewards himself for accomplishments in real time. Such an awesome conversation with one of the more thoughtful leaders we have had on the pod. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Christian Ramirez

It's been a few weeks but the boys are back with a great conversation about taking the unconventional path to success. In a world where players are pros at 16 or on the academy trail even younger, Christian Ramirez had to build his own path to professional football. He had no offers coming out of college from MLS or abroad and bet on himself in the lower leagues in the States. It eventually paid off and he made a name for himself at Minnesota United and has since enjoyed success at the national team level and now abroad with Aberdeen FC in Scotland. Christian is a humble guy who has a great chat with the boys about his career, staying ready for the national team, life abroad and making the move at what many would consider a late stage in his career.Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

It's been a few weeks but the boys are back with a great conversation about taking the unconventional path to success. In a world where players are pros at 16 or on the academy trail even younger, Christian Ramirez had to build his own path to professional football. He had no offers coming out of college from MLS or abroad and bet on himself in the lower leagues in the States. It eventually paid off and he made a name for himself at Minnesota United and has since enjoyed success at the national team level and now abroad with Aberdeen FC in Scotland. Christian is a humble guy who has a great chat with the boys about his career, staying ready for the national team, life abroad and making the move at what many would consider a late stage in his career.<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Heath and Mark catch up to celebrate the USMNT qualifying for the 2022 World Cup! It's been a 6+ month process... ok 4 year process and our guy Mark played a big role in revitalizing this squad. The guys discuss losing at Costa Rica last night and the mixed reaction post match, taking care of business this window, where they were four years ago when we lost to Trinidad &amp; Tobago, their highs and lows from this qualification process and goals for the rest of this year.Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Heath and Mark catch up to celebrate the USMNT qualifying for the 2022 World Cup! It's been a 6+ month process... ok 4 year process and our guy Mark played a big role in revitalizing this squad. The guys discuss losing at Costa Rica last night and the mixed reaction post match, taking care of business this window, where they were four years ago when we lost to Trinidad &amp; Tobago, their highs and lows from this qualification process and goals for the rest of this year.<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

World Cup Qualifying Recap #5: USMNT QATAR BOUND BABY

Jim Curtin

We've been waiting for the right time to bring in Coach Jim Curtin and this felt like the perfect episode. Jim was Mark's first professional coach and worked with him through the academy years within the Union. On the back of missing out of a few matches at Genk due to illness and not getting called into this USMNT World Cup Qualifying squad, Jim was just the type of motivational force Mark &amp; the boys needed this week. Beyond being a great leader, Jim shares some incredible stories about MLS 1.0, being drafted to the Chicago Fire while in a finance class, Concacaf Champions League war stories and his bold vision for where MLS could go next. It's a great conversation with one of the coaching staples in American soccer today.Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

We've been waiting for the right time to bring in Coach Jim Curtin and this felt like the perfect episode. Jim was Mark's first professional coach and worked with him through the academy years within the Union. On the back of missing out of a few matches at Genk due to illness and not getting called into this USMNT World Cup Qualifying squad, Jim was just the type of motivational force Mark &amp; the boys needed this week. Beyond being a great leader, Jim shares some incredible stories about MLS 1.0, being drafted to the Chicago Fire while in a finance class, Concacaf Champions League war stories and his bold vision for where MLS could go next. It's a great conversation with one of the coaching staples in American soccer today.<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

With his first full pro season less than 48 hours away, Paxten Aaronson is keeping things chill and stopped by for a fun conversation with the OS boys. Paxten is the latest Aaronson to take the Philadelphia Union by storm and rumors are already swirling about what’s next. Pax, Mark &amp; Heath get into his expectations for the season, their different routines for day vs night matches, haircuts, where Pax excels on the field, his first impressions of Mark and the evolution of YSC Academy. He also introduces the guys to their new favorite collectible. If Paxton stock is still available you best buy now- the kid is going places. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

With his first full pro season less than 48 hours away, Paxten Aaronson is keeping things chill and stopped by for a fun conversation with the OS boys. Paxten is the latest Aaronson to take the Philadelphia Union by storm and rumors are already swirling about what’s next. Pax, Mark &amp; Heath get into his expectations for the season, their different routines for day vs night matches, haircuts, where Pax excels on the field, his first impressions of Mark and the evolution of YSC Academy. He also introduces the guys to their new favorite collectible. If Paxton stock is still available you best buy now- the kid is going places. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Paxten Aaronson

Abby Dahlkemper

OS listeners, we heard your calls and are happy to deliver our first USWNT guest podcast with World Cup winner, Abby Dahlkemper. Not only is Abby an absolute baller but she delivers a great conversation with the boys. They get into everything from the differences between the respective USWNT &amp; USMNT’s changing of the guard, some intense World Cup moments, pilates, and just winning at every level she’s competed at. They also get into a great conversation about the mental side of the game and how each of them have overcome some of their most challenging moments. First of many pods with our friends from the USWNT. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

OS listeners, we heard your calls and are happy to deliver our first USWNT guest podcast with World Cup winner, Abby Dahlkemper. Not only is Abby an absolute baller but she delivers a great conversation with the boys. They get into everything from the differences between the respective USWNT &amp; USMNT’s changing of the guard, some intense World Cup moments, pilates, and just winning at every level she’s competed at. They also get into a great conversation about the mental side of the game and how each of them have overcome some of their most challenging moments. First of many pods with our friends from the USWNT. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Heath and Mark catchup after another eventful international break! The guys get into the behind the scenes on all three matches and talk through US Soccer's decision to hold the match in St. Paul, MN in February. After they finishing properly catching up, we open up the mailbag to answer some of our listener's burning questions. Some of the topics include: player most likely to move into coaching, victory songs, best basketball players on the USMNT and an epic Royal Rumble of USMNT managers. Thank you to everyone who sent in questions!Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Heath and Mark catchup after another eventful international break! The guys get into the behind the scenes on all three matches and talk through US Soccer's decision to hold the match in St. Paul, MN in February. After they finishing properly catching up, we open up the mailbag to answer some of our listener's burning questions. Some of the topics include: player most likely to move into coaching, victory songs, best basketball players on the USMNT and an epic Royal Rumble of USMNT managers. Thank you to everyone who sent in questions!<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

World Cup Qualifying Recap #4 / Mailbag

Matt Turner

When it comes to US Soccer, goalkeepers have long held up our national reputation around the world. Matt Turner is just the latest name to carry the torch for US Soccer. Matt had a really interesting journey to where he is today and just this week his story seems to have taken another exciting turn. Matt opens up about his crazy 2021 with the USMNT and NE Revolution and how difficult it was to mentally switch between the two different environments regularly. We save the youth soccer stories for his return but he goes into detail about his MLS Draft day experience and how it motivated him to where he is today. Truly one of the best storytellers we've had on the pod so far. TELL EVERYONE WE'RE BACK! Season 2! Let's go!Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

When it comes to US Soccer, goalkeepers have long held up our national reputation around the world. Matt Turner is just the latest name to carry the torch for US Soccer. Matt had a really interesting journey to where he is today and just this week his story seems to have taken another exciting turn. Matt opens up about his crazy 2021 with the USMNT and NE Revolution and how difficult it was to mentally switch between the two different environments regularly. We save the youth soccer stories for his return but he goes into detail about his MLS Draft day experience and how it motivated him to where he is today. Truly one of the best storytellers we've had on the pod so far. TELL EVERYONE WE'RE BACK! Season 2! Let's go!<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Chris Richards

When we discussed closing out Season 1, there was really only one guest that came to mind: Chris Richards. A lot has changed for Chris (and Mark!) since we last spoke to him in December 2020. The guys dive into what the last year has been like at Hoffenheim for Chris, his varying playing time abroad, contributing some crucial USMNT minutes in the last World Cup cycle and hypes up his little bro as the next generation. Mark has also had some huge changes recently. Genk has a new manager and Mark has been in a great run of form in Belgium. He talks about how he stayed mentally ready for this moment and his hopes for the rest of the season with the club. Finally, the guys set some goals for them and the USMNT in 2022. Thank you for listening to Season 1! We love making this show and interacting with you on social. We’ll see you in February 2022 for Season 2!Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

When we discussed closing out Season 1, there was really only one guest that came to mind: Chris Richards. A lot has changed for Chris (and Mark!) since we last spoke to him in December 2020. The guys dive into what the last year has been like at Hoffenheim for Chris, his varying playing time abroad, contributing some crucial USMNT minutes in the last World Cup cycle and hypes up his little bro as the next generation. Mark has also had some huge changes recently. Genk has a new manager and Mark has been in a great run of form in Belgium. He talks about how he stayed mentally ready for this moment and his hopes for the rest of the season with the club. Finally, the guys set some goals for them and the USMNT in 2022.  Thank you for listening to Season 1! We love making this show and interacting with you on social. We’ll see you in February 2022 for Season 2! <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Chris Richards Returns!

Orange Slices connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national teams and soccer Americana. From the muddy fields of our youth to the games won and lost on the world's stage, weekly episodes will feature guests from different generations of American soccer sharing stories, insights, and commentary on their soccer experiences and the American game. Come and enjoy a slice of the soccer life!

Heath and Mark catchup after another eventful international break! The guys talk about the two huge matches against Mexico and Jamaica. Mark opens up about his expectations going into the camp and his general frustration with his playing time but finding other important ways to contribute to the team. With another Dos a Cero in the USMNT's pocket, all focus is on to 2022 to keep this momentum rolling!Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Heath and Mark catchup after another eventful international break! The guys talk about the two huge matches against Mexico and Jamaica. Mark opens up about his expectations going into the camp and his general frustration with his playing time but finding other important ways to contribute to the team. With another Dos a Cero in the USMNT's pocket, all focus is on to 2022 to keep this momentum rolling!<a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

World Cup Qualifying Recap #3

We're back! No guest this week but we wanted to catch up and say hello to the OS fam. Mark has been focusing on his club football at Genk after the USMNT World Cup Qualifying matches earlier this month. Mark opens up about his frustrations with the club's recent 5 match losing streak and his fight for playing time. Heath shares some of his similar war stories and the guys have a nice chat about staying mentally strong when things aren't going your way. Genk won in the League Cup this week so hopefully this is the start of them getting back on track. Check out FootyCon: https://bit.ly/31daW6PCheck out Black Star Initiative's Launch THIS WEEKEND in Detroit: https://bit.ly/3mlHzHx“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

We're back! No guest this week but we wanted to catch up and say hello to the OS fam. Mark has been focusing on his club football at Genk after the USMNT World Cup Qualifying matches earlier this month. Mark opens up about his frustrations with the club's recent 5 match losing streak and his fight for playing time. Heath shares some of his similar war stories and the guys have a nice chat about staying mentally strong when things aren't going your way. Genk won in the League Cup this week so hopefully this is the start of them getting back on track. Check out FootyCon: <a href="https://bit.ly/31daW6P" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/31daW6P</a>Check out Black Star Initiative's Launch THIS WEEKEND in Detroit: <a href="https://bit.ly/3mlHzHx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3mlHzHx</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

A Long Overdue Catchup: Genk's Recent Form & USMNT World Cup Qualifying 

Gianluca Busio

On the eve of their World Cup Qualifying match against Jamaica, we caught up with one of the youngest guys in camp, Gianluca Busio. The guys may have been battling jet lag - 7 hours is no joke - but they still had a great conversation about this camp, Venezia and life outside of soccer. The guys give you a behind the scenes look on this current camp, general vibe, training sessions, how it compares to the Gold Cup and how they stay mentally ready on match day. Plus, Gianluca opens up about his time in Venice: how he feels playing against players he played with on FIFA, new training gear, and who he's swapping a jersey (or shorts) with next.Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

On the eve of their World Cup Qualifying match against Jamaica, we caught up with one of the youngest guys in camp, Gianluca Busio. The guys may have been battling jet lag - 7 hours is no joke - but they still had a great conversation about this camp, Venezia and life outside of soccer. The guys give you a behind the scenes look on this current camp, general vibe, training sessions, how it compares to the Gold Cup and how they stay mentally ready on match day. Plus, Gianluca opens up about his time in Venice: how he feels playing against players he played with on FIFA, new training gear, and who he's swapping a jersey (or shorts) with next. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Our guy Tanner Tessmann may just be the most chill guest we have had on the pod, just don’t come at the FC Dallas Academy around him. Tanner stopped by for a great conversation with the guys about his new life in Venice, the food scene, navigating Serie A with a fellow American on the squad, breaking into the team and so much boat talk. Tanner also dives into his USMNT career, his first taste of Concacaf in Olympic qualifying and his future in red, white and blue. Finally, Tanner and Mark may have began a new feud over the best academy in MLS. This dude has a bright future.Check out Tanner’s podcast “Chum Chat”Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Our guy Tanner Tessmann may just be the most chill guest we have had on the pod, just don’t come at the FC Dallas Academy around him. Tanner stopped by for a great conversation with the guys about his new life in Venice, the food scene, navigating Serie A with a fellow American on the squad, breaking into the team and so much boat talk. Tanner also dives into his USMNT career, his first taste of Concacaf in Olympic qualifying and his future in red, white and blue. Finally, Tanner and Mark may have began a new feud over the best academy in MLS. This dude has a bright future. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chumchat/id1497357600" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out Tanner’s podcast “Chum Chat”</a><a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Tanner Tessmann

Well, it’s finally time. After talking to countless US Soccer veterans on this pod, Mark has his own Concacaf war stories to share. No guest this week, but Heath and Mark catch up on what has been a truly insane couple of weeks for our host. Mark opens up about El Salvador’s hostile stadium, the team’s vibe in-between matches, the distractions outside the locker room, getting the start in Honduras, how the team came together at half time and propelled themselves to that historic second half and so much more. All this on the eve of Genk’s return to the Europa League! Exciting times for the OS fam. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Well, it’s finally time. After talking to countless US Soccer veterans on this pod, Mark has his own Concacaf war stories to share. No guest this week, but Heath and Mark catch up on what has been a truly insane couple of weeks for our host. Mark opens up about El Salvador’s hostile stadium, the team’s vibe in-between matches, the distractions outside the locker room, getting the start in Honduras, how the team came together at half time and propelled themselves to that historic second half and so much more. All this on the eve of Genk’s return to the Europa League! Exciting times for the OS fam. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

World Cup Qualifying Recap #1

Mark is a little busy this week at National Team camp but we didn’t want to leave the OS fam hanging! Heath opens the show talking about these upcoming WCQ matches and what he hopes to see from the squad before we dive into the full episode. A couple of weeks ago Mark &amp; Heath opened the mailbag and answered all your most pressing questions.  Find out what the guys really think about dual nationals, their favorite youth soccer memories, coaches who had the biggest impacts on their careers, what they eat for breakfast, Mark’s Warzone load out and much more. We will be back with a proper episode next week! Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Mark is a little busy this week at National Team camp but we didn’t want to leave the OS fam hanging! Heath opens the show talking about these upcoming WCQ matches and what he hopes to see from the squad before we dive into the full episode. A couple of weeks ago Mark &amp; Heath opened the mailbag and answered all your most pressing questions. Find out what the guys really think about dual nationals, their favorite youth soccer memories, coaches who had the biggest impacts on their careers, what they eat for breakfast, Mark’s Warzone load out and much more. We will be back with a proper episode next week! <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Listener Mail #2

Heath and Mark react to the USMNT Roster announcement that just dropped. Mark is in the squad for his first World Cup Qualifying matches! The guys talk through Mark’s expectations, Heath’s experiences in El Salvador and Honduras, how Gregg has been preparing the guys for this moment and who else Heath is excited to see in this round of games. Finally, the guys react to some of the recent US-Mexico dual nationals news and Heath gives a recap of his MLS All-Star experience. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Heath and Mark react to the USMNT Roster announcement that just dropped. Mark is in the squad for his first World Cup Qualifying matches! The guys talk through Mark’s expectations, Heath’s experiences in El Salvador and Honduras, how Gregg has been preparing the guys for this moment and who else Heath is excited to see in this round of games. Finally, the guys react to some of the recent US-Mexico dual nationals news and Heath gives a recap of his MLS All-Star experience. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a>“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

USMNT World Cup Qualifying Roster Reaction

The young Jedi himself joins the pod for an awesome conversation this week. Antonee Robinson may have been born in England and spent most of his career across the pond but our guy is an American through and through. Antonee shares some great stories with the guys ranging from his youth career at Everton and with the England Youth National Team, why he chose to play with the US over England, the Nations League, playing for Fulhamerica, the biggest differences between the Premier League and the Championship and how he got his nickname “Jedi”. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

The young Jedi himself joins the pod for an awesome conversation this week. Antonee Robinson may have been born in England and spent most of his career across the pond but our guy is an American through and through. Antonee shares some great stories with the guys ranging from his youth career at Everton and with the England Youth National Team, why he chose to play with the US over England, the Nations League, playing for Fulhamerica, the biggest differences between the Premier League and the Championship and how he got his nickname “Jedi”. <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Antonee Robinson

Our guest this week is the most recent multinational to commit to the USA back in March 2021. Yunus Musah is a young baller honing his craft out in Valencia when he’s not tearing it up with the USMNT. He’s rehabbing from an injury right now and took some time out of his busy schedule to catch up with Mark and Heath. The guys get into US Soccer’s recruiting process and why Yunus decided to commit to the USA, his relationship with Gregg Berhalter, who’s got the biggest legs in the squad, his time in the England Youth National Teams, the crop of ballers he was playing with back then and at his club and the guys revisit the Nations League Final and how wild his first taste of Concacaf was. Finally, he talks about life in Valencia, his future with the USMNT and much more. Big thanks to Mr. USA himself for chopping it up with us. Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Our guest this week is the most recent multinational to commit to the USA back in March 2021. Yunus Musah is a young baller honing his craft out in Valencia when he’s not tearing it up with the USMNT. He’s rehabbing from an injury right now and took some time out of his busy schedule to catch up with Mark and Heath. The guys get into US Soccer’s recruiting process and why Yunus decided to commit to the USA, his relationship with Gregg Berhalter, who’s got the biggest legs in the squad, his time in the England Youth National Teams, the crop of ballers he was playing with back then and at his club and the guys revisit the Nations League Final and how wild his first taste of Concacaf was. Finally, he talks about life in Valencia, his future with the USMNT and much more. Big thanks to Mr. USA himself for chopping it up with us.  <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Yunus Musah

Sam Vines

We caught our guest this week on the eve of his biggest career accomplishments to date. Sam Vines joins us on the day before the Gold Cup Final against Mexico and a few days before he moves to Royal Antwerp. Sam was incredibly generous with his time at such a critical moment and we are very thankful to him for chopping it up with us. Sam gives us an inside look at the USMNT vibes throughout the Gold Cup, the matchup against Qatar, reviewing footage with Gregg Berhalter and the USMNT staff, life on the road and so much more. Sam also opens up about his pending move to Royal Antwerp and what he is most looking forward to in this next chapter, what language he is going to learn, must hit restaurants and organizes a dog playdate with Mark already. It's a fun, light hearted episode and knowing the result of the final now, it's no surprise the USMNT was able to mentally push through Mexico if this was the vibe in Las Vegas. Congrats to Sam and the whole squad on a job well done! 🏆Check out our Spotify PlaylistFollow us on Instagram“Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

We caught our guest this week on the eve of his biggest career accomplishments to date. Sam Vines joins us on the day before the Gold Cup Final against Mexico and a few days before he moves to Royal Antwerp. Sam was incredibly generous with his time at such a critical moment and we are very thankful to him for chopping it up with us. Sam gives us an inside look at the USMNT vibes throughout the Gold Cup, the matchup against Qatar, reviewing footage with Gregg Berhalter and the USMNT staff, life on the road and so much more. Sam also opens up about his pending move to Royal Antwerp and what he is most looking forward to in this next chapter, what language he is going to learn, must hit restaurants and organizes a dog playdate with Mark already. It's a fun, light hearted episode and knowing the result of the final now, it's no surprise the USMNT was able to mentally push through Mexico if this was the vibe in Las Vegas. Congrats to Sam and the whole squad on a job well done! 🏆 <a href="https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5973JfW3sE16DWMOZj3Nwc?si=VExBBxrASMaDhtp9dw-XUw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out our Spotify Playlist</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/sliceofsoccer/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Follow us on Instagram</a> “Orange Slices” connects the past, present, and future generations of U.S. internationals around our collective soccer story. Hosted by emerging U.S. international Mark McKenzie and former U.S. international Heath Pearce, this cross-generational show is an unfiltered celebration of our national team and soccer Americana.

Orange Slices 

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