Arturo Alvarez Interview - Episode #9 (5-25-2021)

Crossing Soccer Borders

Welcome to another episode of the Crossing Soccer Borders podcast show. We were joined by former professional soccer player and once captain of the Salvadorian national soccer team, Arturo Alvarez. Talked with the Houston native about his youth soccer experience, his experience playing in the MLS and Europe, as well as his time with La Selecta.
Hosted by Rudy and Rodrigo Segura.
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00:20 - Intro to the show
00:50 - Talked about his early days/ youth soccer memories
04:00 - 2003 Super Draft experience
05:45 - Rookie season with the San Jose Earthquakes
07:00 - Playing for FC Dallas/Early Texas Derby
08:10 - Fun Fact: The world is a small one for sure!
10:00 - Playing in the CONCACAF Champions League Final with Real Salt Lake against Rayados de Monterrey
12:45 - Playing for Pacos de Ferreira in Portugal and Videoton FC in the Hungarian league
17:10 - All Pro's Barbershop Ad
17:40 - Arturo's time with the Salvadorian National Team
21:30 - Scoring his first goal with La Selecta during the 2011 Gold Cup
23:00 - Memorable matches playing with La Selecta (Chile & Brazil)
24:50 - Arturo's experience as the captain of El Salvador
31:30 - The exponential growth on MLS & CONCACAF during his professional period
32:30 - Life after soccer/Unofficial Houston Dynamo Realtor
35:00 - Teams that he follows/Champions League Final favorite
36:15 - Closing Thoughts
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