BUILT FROM EXPERIENCE
by Rodney Wallace
Rodney Wallace competed professionally for 11 years across Major League Soccer, Portugal, and Brazil. He represented Costa Rica at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, became an MLS Cup Champion with the Portland Timbers, and played for clubs including New York City FC.
Today, Rodney brings that experience and network to the next generation. He remains deeply connected to the professional game through ongoing relationships with academy scouts, club owners, coaches, and decision-makers. This creates a unique dynamic for Views FC players, giving them access to informed guidance, greater visibility, and opportunities that extend beyond the local soccer environment.
Rodney’s understanding of the professional pathway shapes every part of Views FC, from how players train and compete to how they are evaluated, prepared, and guided toward the right opportunities.
Rodney is a former MLS veteran and champion whose distinguished career spans the highest levels of the game, including the 2018 FIFA World Cup, FIFA World Cup Qualifiers in 2014 and 2018, Concacaf Champions League, Concacaf Gold Cup, and the 2015 MLS Cup Championship. His collegiate achievements include winning the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Championship and being selected as a Generation adidas player.
Beyond the pitch, Rodney has established himself as a respected broadcast analyst, host, and soccer personality. His work includes coverage for CBS Sports, FOX, FOX Deportes, ESPN, MLS, and Concacaf, as well as hosting and interviewing players, celebrities, and special guests surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He brings firsthand experience, thoughtful analysis, and a unique ability to connect with audiences in both English and Spanish.
As Founder, Club Director, and Head Coach, Rodney brings his professional experience, leadership, media expertise, and passion for the game to the next generation of players. He is committed to creating meaningful opportunities, developing confident athletes, and shaping the future of soccer through excellence, access, and authentic connection.
Rodney Wallace isn’t just another coach. He has lived every level of the game, from youth and collegiate soccer to an 11-year professional career and the international stage. A 2015 MLS Cup Champion and 2018 FIFA World Cup competitor for Costa Rica, Rodney understands firsthand what it takes to develop, compete, and succeed at the highest levels.
Throughout his career, Rodney was coached by some of the game’s most respected minds, including Patrick Vieira, and shared the field with and against global icons such as David Villa, Andrea Pirlo, Kaká, and David Beckham. These experiences exposed him to world-class talent, high-performance environments, and coaching philosophies that shape how he develops young players today.
Beyond the pitch, Rodney continues to experience the game at its highest level through his work as a broadcast analyst, host, and soccer personality for CBS Sports, FOX, FOX Deportes, ESPN, MLS, and Concacaf. His work surrounding the FIFA World Cup has included match analysis, hosting, and interviewing professional athletes, celebrities, and influential figures across the global soccer community.
Rodney understands that true player development cannot be measured solely by wins, rankings, or trophies. It comes from building confidence, encouraging creativity, developing strong habits, and protecting each player’s passion for the game. His philosophy is grounded in lived experience, helping young athletes develop the technical ability, mindset, discipline, and love for soccer required to pursue their full potential.
With Rodney, players aren’t simply learning how to play soccer. They are learning the game from someone who has competed in a FIFA World Cup, won an MLS championship, and continues to work at the forefront of the global game.
