1:55 Ebb & Flow: Life Through Soccer with Mikey Lopez

About this episode

Mikey Lopez shares his journey through professional soccer, discussing the emotional and mental challenges of the sport.

Watch the Full Episode on YouTube at Footwork Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ynrmfdp_Zvg&t=2186s 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. WHAT IS FOOTWORK? Sponsored by https://footwork.club/ Sean and Dylan are two Division 3 grads who dropped everything to chase their pro soccer dreams. Now both playing in Germany, they share their stories and those of inspiring guests to help you MAKE YOUR OWN PATH. All Links ➜ https://linktr.ee/Footworkpod Subscribe on YouTube ➜ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCnI ... Email ➜ footworkpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to our…

People in this episode

Hosts: Sean Vinberg, Jake Keegan

Guest: Mikey Lopez

Topics covered

• soccer
• professional sports
• mental resilience
• personal growth
• career development

Keywords

• soccer
• Mikey Lopez
• professional athlete
• mental resilience
• career highs and lows

Sponsors

Footwork

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Footwork, MLS, Footwork Podcast

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