Remember When Freddy Adu Was Better Than Messi?

In 2005 soccer prodigy Freddy Adu faced off against Lionel Messi in an epic showdown between two wonder kids. In the years leading up to that match Adu's remarkable feats gave the indication that he would have a better career than Messi. Everything changed at the end of that game. Adu is the poster boy of hype and missed opportunities, Christian Pulisic fans, you have been warned. COPA90 US is North America’s voice in the global soccer conversation. From weekly shows like Walk Talk Football to documentaries that take us all over the world, we're here to share how football feels and passionately tell the stories no one else does, in our region and beyond. This is the soccer generation that we're building together. Also follow us on: Facebook:   / copa90   Twitter:   / copa90us   Instagram:   / copa90us