Men In Blazers Gio Reyna on moving past injuries and his road back with the USMNT: Men in Blazers 11/07/25
Nov 7, 2025
Gio Reyna, a professional midfielder for Borussia Mönchengladbach and the USMNT, shares his inspiring journey of resilience after a series of injuries. He talks about finding joy in football again and his ambitions for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, where he hopes to shine brightly. Reyna opens up about the importance of consistent playing time and the mental challenges of public scrutiny. He emphasizes the significance of believing in oneself and the determination to make an impact on both his club and national team.
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Resilience Fuels Ambition
- Gio Reyna believes he can still achieve big things despite setbacks and remains committed to his goals.
- He frames resilience as proof that setbacks haven’t broken him and fuels continued ambition.
Fresh Start At Mönchengladbach
- Reyna chose Borussia Mönchengladbach primarily to secure consistent playing time and feel valued by a club.
- He also welcomed reuniting with longtime friend Joe Scally as a positive factor in the move.
Playing Time Over Past Events
- Reyna attributes his struggles more to inconsistent playing time than to events at the last World Cup.
- He sees regular minutes as the core requirement for progress and confidence.