In this episode, we sit down with Joel Ramirez, Assistant Coach at Nelson University and former player for the same program, to dive deep into the world of college soccer. Coach Ramirez shares what coaches really look for when recruiting players, the key traits that can make or break a college athlete’s career, and his best advice for those dreamin…

In this episode of Fala Bonito Podcast, we sit down with special guest Anna Bewley, a standout college soccer player, to dive into the world of women’s college soccer in the U.S. Anna shares her journey from youth soccer to being recruited by both NAIA and NCAA Division 1 programs, giving us an inside look at what the recruitment process was really…

Fala Bonito Podcast EP.6 – with Cole Verow & Mickey Sakalas In this episode, we dive deep into Cole and Mickey’s journey from high school to college soccer — the challenges, growth, and what it really takes to level up Plus, get ready for a Soccer Knowledge Showdown as they face off in a quiz about Premier League legends, World Cup history, and mor…

In this episode of FalaBonitoPodcast, we sit down with special guest Cole Verow to dive deep into one of football’s most electrifying elements: the stadium atmosphere. From the passion of South American crowds to the structured chants of European supporters and the growing fan culture in North America, we explore how the game is experienced differe…

Episode 4: The Influence of Media in Football – Pressure, Promotion & Player Well-Being Welcome back to the FalaBonitoPodcast! This week, we’re diving into one of the biggest game-changers in modern football media influence. From self-promotion and branding to the mental health challenges of being in the spotlight, we’re breaking it all down. Joini…

Episode 3: Hot Takes – College Soccer, Modern vs. Old-School Football This week on Fala Bonito Podcast, we’re turning up the heat with some bold takes on college soccer, modern football, and the old-school game! Joining us are Guilherme Ravaneda and Henrique Dainez, two Brazilian players from Nelson Men’s Soccer, ready to share their unfiltered opi…

Falabonito Episode 2: – Nutrition, Injuries & Mental Health in College Soccer In this episode of the Fala Bonito Podcast, we’re diving deep into the essential off-the-field factors that impact performance on the pitch. We’re joined by Wenceslau Coimbra and Ricardo Lozano, two players at Nelson University with valuable insights on nutrition, injury …

Welcome to the first-ever episode of the Fala Bonito Podcast! In this debut episode, hosts Dillon Du Toit and Omolemo Matla dive into their journeys as international student-athletes, comparing their backgrounds, experiences, and the challenges they’ve faced. We also break down the soccer system in the USA, discussing the key differences, opportuni…