Rohit Gautam and Bill Altieri from NE MLS Next

In this episode of New England Soccer Journal's The Goal Podcast, host Matt Langone is joined by club soccer writer Matt Doherty, IFA New England MLS Next Director Rohit Gautam, and club president Bill Altieri. They discuss IFA New England's development strategies, the importance of the MLS Next platform, and the club's competitive environment. The conversation also explores their goals for player development, international experiences, and upcoming events. The episode concludes with a fun Q&A segment, 'Extra Time,' where the guests tackle various soccer dilemmas. Topics 00:58 IFA New England's Ambitions and Progress 02:44 The Role and Impact of MLS Next 05:37 Weekly Routine and Player Development 09:06 Competitiveness and Unique Approach of IFA New England 21:00 International Exposure and Future Plans 24:13 Reflecting on a Successful Event 24:43 Future Plans for International Tournaments 25:19 MLS Next Fest and Its Importance 25:54 Showcasing Talent and Competing 28:25 The Extra Time Segment Begins 28:58 Handling Time-Wasting Tactics 32:40 Dealing with Injured Players 37:04 Managing Fiery Players 41:11 Closing Remarks and Farewell

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