Kevin Paredes’ star potential was already identified by Jay-Z’s Roc Nation sports agency. Now he’s showcasing his talent on the Olympic stage by helping the United States men’s soccer team advance to the quarterfinals of the tournament for the first time since 2000.
United States’ Kevin Paredes celebrates scoring his side’s 3rd goal during the men’s Group A soccer match between the United States and Guinea, at Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, during the 2024 Summer Olympics, Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in Saint-Etienne, France.
The 21-year-old forward, who plays for Wolfsburg in Germany, joined Roc Nation’s roster of world-class players in April that includes some of the biggest names in soccer such as Vinicius Junior, Kevin De Bruyne and Endrick. It seemed like perfect timing with the Copa America due to be staged in the U.S., providing an opportunity for Paredes to take his profile to a new level.
“My goal was to play in Copa America and I was going to do whatever it takes to play in Copa America. I kind of let myself down not being part of the squad, but I knew that the Olympics were coming and this could be a big point for me as well to help the country in a big tournament,” Paredes said. “I’m really happy that they gave me another opportunity to show myself.
“He has a lot of qualities and he’s always trying to be clinical, but he’s getting more mature in a final third and it’s great for his future as a player,” Mitrovic said. “He’s playing now in Bundesliga, which is one of the top five leagues and playing at a very, very good club. “But I think he can establish himself like one of the best players in his club and maybe make steps to some other clubs in the future and playing for our senior team as well.”“I have high expectations for myself coming into this group,” he said. “I’m not looking too far ahead and whatever way that he wants me to help the team, I’m going to do whatever it takes to help this country to win.”
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