NEW YORK, June 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As interest in soccer continues to surge across the United States, fans have increasingly sought deeper connection and community around the sport. Orange Slices, a podcast hosted by former U.S. Men's National Team player Heath Pearce and produced by For Soccer, is helping meet that demand through storytelling, shared experiences, and live events.
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