EPISODE · Jan 29, 2026 · 39 MIN
How Liga MX Ascenso Loss Hurt Mexican Talent + 2014 World Cup vs. the Netherlands with "GULLIT” PEÑA
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Carlos Peña, known as El Gullit, sat down with Herc to share behind-the-scenes stories from his days at Pachuca’s legendary academy, the emotional toll of leaving family behind, the cultural shock of playing abroad, and the 2014 World Cup — all while revealing the impact of iconic teammates and coaches such as "El Kaiser" Rafa Marquez and Matías Almeyda, the current state of Mexican football, and the importance of foundational culture in nurturing talent. 01:14 - Intro and Reason behind "Gullit's" Nickname05:08 - Gullit Peña Academy06:42 - The State of Mexican-American Soccer09:05 - Pachuca's Academy 12:31 - Tuzos' Golden Generation15:20 - Promotion/Relegation in Mexican Futbol17:11 - Differences between First Division and Lower Categories18:20 - Experience with Rafa Marquez in Club Leon22:15 - Mexico National Team crisis in 2013 26:05 - 2014 World Cup in Brazil27:37 - Gullit Tenure at Chivas29:35 - What does Chivas mean to Mexico30:22 - Experience under Matias Almeyda31:29 - Current Mexican National Team32:25 - Gilberto Mora34:33 - Experience in Scotland with Glasgow Rangers38:11 - 2026 World Cup thoughtsSUBSCRIBE TO VAMOS! ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl7FcSf44Qr-HIo3yMV8t-Q?sub_confirmation=1CONTACT: [email protected] Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Carlos Peña, known as El Gullit, sat down with Herc to share behind-the-scenes stories from his days at Pachuca’s legendary academy, the emotional toll of leaving family behind, the cultural shock of playing abroad, and the 2014 World Cup — all while revealing the impact of iconic teammates and coaches such as "El Kaiser" Rafa Marquez and Matías Almeyda, the current state of Mexican football, and the importance of foundational culture in nurturing talent. 01:14 - Intro and Reason behind "Gullit's" Nickname05:08 - Gullit Peña Academy06:42 - The State of Mexican-American Soccer09:05 - Pachuca's Academy 12:31 - Tuzos' Golden Generation15:20 - Promotion/Relegation in Mexican Futbol17:11 - Differences between First Division and Lower Categories18:20 - Experience with Rafa Marquez in Club Leon22:15 - Mexico National Team crisis in 2013 26:05 - 2014 World Cup in Brazil27:37 - Gullit Tenure at Chivas29:35 - What does Chivas mean to Mexico30:22 - Experience under Matias Almeyda31:29 - Current Mexican National Team32:25 - Gilberto Mora34:33 - Experience in Scotland with Glasgow Rangers38:11 - 2026 World Cup thoughtsSUBSCRIBE TO VAMOS! ON YOUTUBE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl7FcSf44Qr-HIo3yMV8t-Q?sub_confirmation=1CONTACT: [email protected] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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