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In this episode, Sean Vinberg and special co-host Jake Keegan sit down with Mikey Lopez, a seasoned professional and former MLS midfielder, for a raw and thoughtful conversation about the highs and lows of football. From youth national team appearances to the grind of staying relevant in the pro game, Mikey shares the defining moments that have shaped his career—both on and off the pitch. They dive into the emotional rollercoaster of professional soccer, the mental resilience it demands, and the perspective Mikey’s gained through over a decade in the game. It’s an honest look at the passion, demands, and personal growth that come with a life in football.

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We sat down with José Galán, the ultimate football journeyman whose career has taken him across more than 16 countries (without counting trials!) and countless cultures. From the pitches of Spain to the far corners of Asia, the Middle East, and beyond, Galán has lived the dream in a way few others have, through adaptation, resilience, and an unshakable love and passion for the game. Just look at this list of countries: Spain, Thailand, Indonesia, Austria, Jordan, Cyprus, Romania, Finland, Andorra, Hong Kong, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Canada, Ivory Coast, Gibraltar, Italy. Wow.

We dive into the highs and lows of life on the move, the lessons he’s learned from each stop, and how football has been both his passport and his purpose. From winning trophies and rediscovering his love for the game in the Ivory Coast, to becoming friends with his idol Xavi in Qatar, José's journey is quite unbelievable.

Now, José is back in Gibraltar as a player, at 39 years old, and manager of the u-23 team. You can also find his passions with VIA Sports Experiences, creating World-class international soccer opportunities for players.

Whether you’re a fan of the beautiful game or just love stories of grit and global exploration, this episode will give you a front-row seat to a truly uncommon football life. This is The Journeyman with José Galán.

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Sean and Dylan, two former Division 3 college players, dropped everything to chase the dream of playing pro. Now competing in the USA, they share their stories along with those of fellow dreamers and pros to inspire you to MAKE YOUR OWN PATH.

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In this episode, Sean Vinberg sits down with Nathan Messer, professional soccer player for Portland Hearts of Pine, for an honest and inspiring conversation about his unique path in the game. From early challenges to breakthrough moments, Nate shares the ups and downs of his journey and what it truly takes to play pro soccer.

They dive into the mindset behind his relentless work ethic, how he stays grounded through adversity, and why being present—on and off the field—is now central to his approach to life and sport.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Mael Corboz, captain of 3. Liga side Arminia Bielefeld, who are making headlines with one of the most remarkable DFB Pokal runs in recent memory. Against all odds, Bielefeld have knocked out one 2. Bundesliga team and four Bundesliga giants — including title contenders Bayer Leverkusen — to earn a place in the final.

We dive into the mindset behind this underdog story, the moments that defined their cup journey, and what it means for the club, the fans, and Corboz himself. The final is set for May 24th against VfB Stuttgart.

This is more than a cup run — it’s a story of belief, leadership, and defying expectations.

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2025 is off to an interesting start! We know we haven't been publishing new episodes so often but that's all about to change. BUT FIRST, we get an update from the boys and a Footwork favorite and USL League One legend Jake Keegan. Sean and Jake have both recently signed new contracts for the new club Portland Hearts of Pine. A fantastic organization, making waves for it's pride, marketing, and community driven team. We talk everything that led into these new ventures, about the upcoming season and how the contracts came about. We also talk about Dylan's situation, still without a club and all that goes into that uncertainty. We look forward to new episodes, new content and making new waves going forward. We'll see you soon. This is Episode1:51 An Update, New Signings, a New Club with a Special Guest.

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Welcome back to Footwork. Sean and Dylan have enjoyed a decent career up until this point. But you're only as good as your last game and for our hosts, it is no different. The boys talk about the journey that they are currently on, trying to get a new contract in the USA after playing abroad or playing for a team that folded and all the things that come with it. From open to invite-only trials, USL League One and USL Championship talk, the struggles, staying persistent, expectations vs reality, day to day life, keeping the motivation and much more. This is Finding a New Team.

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Professional footballer Justin Rennicks is currently playing for AC Oulu in Finland's Veikkausliiga. He has played in the MLS, USL Championship and USL League One as well as taking the field for the USA in the U-20 World Cup.

Having over 30 appearances in the MLS for the New England Revolution, Justin decided to leave the comfort of his hometown and make the bold move to Finland, where he is now thriving in the Veikkausliiga. We discuss the importance of being adaptable and never settling, being a forward and the art of run-making, as well as how setting big goals and having patience has shaped his career—especially during moments when waiting for his chance was key to his growth.

Justin also shares some personal insights into the mental side of the game, including how working with a meditation coach has helped him stay focused, calm, and ready for the challenges that come his way. It's a story of growth, patience, and the power of staying true to your vision.

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We sat down for the second time with sport psychologist Dan Abrahams. Dan has worked some of the world's best athletes including premier league players and most recently with Arne Slot at Feyenoord during their title winning season. Even Gareth Bale said Dan's book "Soccer Tough" was life changing.

It's been over 2 years since we had him on and he has furthered his insights into how athletes tick. In this episode, we covered a range of topics from ANTS, Game Face & Match Script which we touched on last episode, but also spoke about his more recent findings with High Performance Mindset (HPM) and Low Performance Mindset (LPM) and how to best get into HPM. This is where the idea of attention, intensity and intent come in. Did you know that you can increase your chance of scoring a penalty by 10% if you simply wait 5 seconds after the whistle to begin your run-up? Or why communicating on the field can actually push you into HPM if done with the right amount of attention, intensity and intent?

We always enjoy talking to Dan, and this episode was no exception. This is Attention, Intensity & Intent with Sport Psychologist Dan Abrahams.

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