Probably small potatoes, but wondering if the style
by Irish Tool (2017-11-14 09:59:47)

In reply to: Pulisic gets it. Let’s hope U.S. Soccer does something about  posted by tex29

Post Reply Return to Clark's Pitch

of play on MLS/America in general dissuades MLS teams from playing 17 year olds. Specifically, is the game rougher or are the players a bit beefier? I'm not sure but I think it might be the case. And if so, technical talent doesn't matter as much if you're 40lbs underweight and can be muscled off the ball without a foul being called.


MLS is pretty physical
by wcnitz  (2017-11-14 10:09:19)     cannot delete  |  Edit  |  Return to Board  |  Ignore Poster   |   Highlight Poster  |   Reply to Post

But so is the play in England (particularly below the EPL).

Most 17 year olds get muscled off the ball. They still need to play.