Professional soccer players are in constant search of the perfect situation. It's one where the player's talent, role, the team, the manager and the city all come together to allow that performer to show the best version of his or her self.
For some, that goal is achieved early in their careers. For others, it never arrives. For New England Revolution midfielder Carles Gil, it meant a meandering path through several clubs in multiple countries, but he's found his comfort zone at last, and after a stellar season for the Revs, it culminated with Tuesday's announcement of him earning Major League Soccer's MVP award for 2021.