EPISODE · Aug 1, 2025 · 50 MIN
043: Tesho Akindele Sees Himself as a Brand
from New Ground with Allen & Jalil
For as accomplished 9-year professional Tesho Akindele is, he knew it was time to start thinking about life after football.Tesho Akindele is a former professional soccer player and MLS Cup champion known for his time with FC Dallas and Orlando City SC. A dynamic forward with a sharp eye for goal, he made an immediate impact in Major League Soccer, earning Rookie of the Year honors in 2014. Born in Canada and raised in Colorado, Tesho also represented the Canadian national team on the international stage. Off the field, he’s known for his thoughtful perspective on the game, leadership, and passion for storytelling beyond soccer.We Get Into:Seeing yourself as a Service and a BrandReal estate development in North CarolinaWhich young player helped him realize it was timeFLOWERS: All-Star Hosts Austin FC - - -If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.
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