What would possibly compel anyone to read Bobby Warshaw’s self-published memoir, “When the Dream Became Reality: The Journey of a Professional Soccer Player, and the Push for Meaning, Purpose, and Contentment”?
After all, he never played in a World Cup or an MLS Cup. His pro career spanned six unspectacular years with six clubs across four leagues in three countries. He scored once in MLS.
He didn’t warrant a $263 million transfer fee or marry a Spice Girl. He was a grinding central midfielder with just enough skill, tactical awareness and ingenuity to earn a series of contracts.