New York Red Bulls and USMNT defender Aaron Long chats with ESPN FC’s Herculez Gomez in an exclusive interview to discuss all things Major League Soccer, United States men’s national team and his European aspirations. After reported failed transfers to West Ham United and Eintracht Frankfurt, Long opens up as to why he fully believes he can compete in the Premier League and Bundesliga. Additionally, Long discusses his role with the USMNT, what makes Christian Pulisic so special and what it’s like playing vs. Mexico stars like Carlos Vela and Raul Jimenez in CONCACAF. Plus, he even chooses his “perfect” U.S. Soccer star from the likes of Jozy Altidore, Pulisic, Michael Bradley and Tyler Adams.
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30 Comments
Wish he woulda went to the prem
RBNY already pissed me off enough by releasing BWPand Robles. Letting go of Long would be too much disappointment in one season
I think starting late was a big factor for him not moving overseas 🤦🏽♂️.
he is just stupid if he stays in MLS
Liked for the *peep*s
Miazga next!
He should try liga MX.
This guy actually wants to get rid of MLS mentality but his club won't let it. So that means MLS mentality has become a system'.
Keep these coming
Why do people think this guy is a good defender? He was bad and average at Red Bulls last season and his national team performances are so overrated. West Ham putting in a bid for him doesn't mean he would've started immediately in the EPL. He's below Tim Ream's level, truth be told and there are far better upcoming defender talents like Chris Richards, Owen Otasowie, Carter-Vickers and maybe Miazga. And at 28 years old, it's too late for him to go abroad.
He's not that good of a player.
No one cares about mls, interview pulisic or reyna
I honestly dont see anything remarkable about Long as a player. Just doesnt know how to pass and doesnt concentrate in big moments. We need to push younger guys to pair with Brooks who is our best center back
Him not moving to Europe has stunted his growth as a better center back, now he ball watches and lacks focus during international play. He should not be starting for the usmnt but since he’s in mls they want to push the narrative and pretend he’s better then miazga and brooks
Yo what is this, 2011? Why does the resolution cap at 360p?
Done with RB after they didn’t want to pay Lawrence after years of excellent service 😤
What if our best athletes played soccer?
If our best athletes played soccer starting 11: Patrick Kane, Saquon Barkley, JJ Watt, Stephan Gilmore, Ezequel Elliot, Aaron Rodgers, Steph Curry, Lebron James, Odell Beckham Jr, Tyrek Hill, Travis Kelce
The USMNT always wants to have a certain minimum number of MLS (and possibly Liga MX) players … mainly for the ease of call ups for training, friendlies, and lesser tournaments. The top Americans in Europe can't always get released for USMNT duty due to scheduling conflicts, travel time/distance, or their clubs are holding them back due to injury concerns.
so 5 mil wasn't a fair deal for the red bulls? they'll be lucky if clubs offered half of the price after covid19 is over
Good interview Herc. I've never heard him in-debt before.
Gio has to be next
A player who has actually aspirations to be something in their career should not and never be in the mls
Please- stop saying Southern Cal!!! If you claim to be from this area, it is SoCal…. period!
Long still remembers Villa ruining him at YS
I'm loving these interviews. Herc could definitely turn this into a podcast
This man would get torn apart in the prem
How is Herc not gonna mention Chucky Lozano when talking about Concaf's best
Usa vs Mexico, Lets ****ing go! Love it.
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