# @bizofsport on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DdaomangACc
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/70526325-bizofsport-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/d6acd3342f.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-09-18T05:03:07.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Business of Sport (@bizofsport) — https://gondola.cc/bizofsport

## Caption

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The biggest problem facing football in America might not be interest. ⁠
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It might be access. 🇺🇸⚽⁠
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maartenpaes believes the pay-to-play system is still holding back young players across the US, with many families unable to afford the expensive academies and programmes needed to reach the highest level.⁠
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In Europe, football can offer a pathway from the streets to the professional game. In America, Maarten believes basketball and American football often provide more accessible opportunities for young athletes.⁠
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#MaartenPaes #USSoccer #Football

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- **Views:** 8,198
- **Likes:** 318
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- **Comments:** 31

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## Tags

ussoccer, maartenpaes, football

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