ANDRES GONZALEZ

BEHIND TOTAL SOCCER OFFICIAL...

I was born and raised in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. From a very young age, I discovered my deep passion for soccer; I often played in older age groups, being one of the youngest on the team. Like many others, I dreamed of becoming a professional player, but life led me down a different path.

Something changed...


At the age of 19, I arrived in the United States, where I found a new way to stay close to the sport I’ve always loved: photography. Being behind the camera allowed me to remain connected to soccer—capturing the emotion, passion, and moments that make it so special.

In 2016, I created the website Total Soccer Official, a space dedicated to sharing the photographic work from the events I’ve had the opportunity to cover. This project was born from the desire to showcase both local and professional soccer from an authentic and professional visual perspective.


The big opportunity...


In 2019, I began building my portfolio by collaborating with local leagues, which helped me develop my style and refine my technique. A year later, in 2020, I earned my accreditation with Phoenix Rising FC of the USL Championship. Covering their home matches as an accredited photographer was a key experience that allowed me to grow professionally and share my work with a broader audience.

Thanks to that effort and dedication, I’ve been accredited to cover major events such as the Gold CupConcacaf Nations LeagueMexTour, and various international friendly matches. Each of these opportunities has represented another step in my career and a chance to continue telling stories through my lens.

With all the experience I’ve gained—and after being so close to professional players and events that many dream of since childhood—I found a new source of inspiration: to ensure that every photo I take, whether from a local match, youth game, or amateur competition, carries the same quality and emotion as a professional image. My goal is for every player to look and feel like a true professional—just like the ones they admire or aspire to become one day.

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@andres_glez93