Episode 94: Johnny Russell - Johnny Be Good

Johnny Russell is not an intimidating-looking athlete. But get him on the soccer pitch and he becomes almost unstoppable. Whether he’s scoring goals with his powerful left foot or setting up teammates for better scoring chances, Russell has become a crowd favorite with Sporting Kansas City. The native of Glasgow, Scotland, Russell is a joy to talk with, because he’ll tell you—in his delightful Scottish brogue—what’s on his mind, not just some rehearsed “coach speak.” He came to the U.S. in 2018 to play for Sporting, because he wanted to venture away from Europe to see what else is out there. After listening to this interview, you’ll be glad he did.