Interviews with the greats

NYCFC’s Andrea Pirlo: MLS has too much running, too little play

23 May in All, Interviews with the greats, originals, Soccer Intelligence, Youth Soccer news

Former Italy midfielder Andre Pirlo said that U.S. players are not taught technical skills at an early age and that ultimately affects the quality of play in Major League Soccer. The 37-year-old, who is in his second season with New York City FC, said that more...

I’m a romantic, says Xavi, heartbeat of Barcelona and Spain

20 October in All, Interviews with the greats, originals, Soccer Intelligence

Many have described Barcelona's 5-0 win over Real Madrid last November as the greatest performance ever. Even Wayne Rooney admits that he stood up in his living room and started applauding. [Xavi's face lights up]. Yeah? Really? Rooney? That makes me proud. Rooney, wow! Rooney is...