Based in Atlanta, Soccer Down Here covers the world's game with a local perspective on a daily basis. Launched in January 2017, the show has made its mark in the soccer community. Covering MLS, NWSL, USL, PDL, NPSL, and more on a regular basis along with national teams and international play.
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The Soccer Down Here podcast is a must-listen for any soccer fan, especially those located in the Southern US. Hosted by Jason Longshore and Jarrett Smith, this podcast offers daily episodes that cover a wide range of soccer topics, with a particular focus on Atlanta United, MLS, and the broader world of soccer.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the depth of knowledge and expertise demonstrated by the hosts. Jason Longshore, in particular, is incredibly knowledgeable and serves as a walking encyclopedia of soccer information. His dedication to keeping listeners informed about the game locally, nationally, and internationally is commendable. The hosts also provide a fun and friendly environment that welcomes participation from listeners, making it an interactive experience.
Another strong point of this podcast is its authentic atmosphere. The hosts and guests create an atmosphere where fans can learn about soccer in a no-judgment environment. They offer insightful analysis and balanced coverage that goes beyond hot takes or sensationalism. This makes it an ideal podcast for both casual fans looking to learn more about the beautiful game and avid supporters seeking in-depth discussions.
However, one drawback of the podcast is its lack of time stamps in the show notes. Some listeners may prefer to skip certain segments or only listen to specific topics that interest them. Including time stamps would make navigating through episodes easier for those who are primarily interested in Atlanta United news or MLS news/previews.
In conclusion, The Soccer Down Here podcast is an excellent resource for staying up-to-date with the latest happenings in Atlanta United, MLS, and the world of soccer at large. With knowledgeable hosts who offer insightful analysis and create an inclusive environment for fans to participate, this podcast is a valuable asset for any soccer enthusiast. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge or simply enjoy engaging discussions about the beautiful game, subscribing to this podcast is highly recommended.
Pulso Sports and Sounder at Heart's Niko Moreno joins to break down everything Western Conference...The interest in Obed Vargas, the roster questions with out of contract players, and the short schedule on the make-up weekend...What to look for and what to think of the juiceboxes...All in one place!
GOLTV's Nino Torres drops by SDH AM and we look at what's going on around the planet...Peru has a telenovela off the pitchArgentina loses a legend andPortugal has a legend park the bus to ding the leaders...All as we go "Fully Loaded" for another week
Miami Herald's legendary reporter Michelle Kaufman drops by SDH AM to break down everything from Messi to Alba to Busquets and the backline...Is Messi playing...? How do you address the issues at the back...? Was Alba's retirement a shock...?All the things to prep IMCF for Atlanta United
Mauricio Pochettino called 26 players into camp for the October window. With two big friendlies against Ecuador and Australia, Thomas and Bart discuss the roster, potential formations, and where some players might fit in. Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/soccerforuspod
A busy Thursday Thoughts on SDH AMWe have your AM news from Europe to start the dayMichelle Kaufman from the Miami Herald talks Inter Miami before ATLUTD visits and the lingering Messi questionGOLTV's Nino Torres talks the passing of a legend, parking the bus, and telenovelas as we go Fully Loaded andSounder at Heart/Pulso Sports Niko Moreno goes through all the questions in Seattle plus the weekend in MLS
The race to the 2026 World Cup heats up around the world — and we've got it all covered on today's Morning Espresso, brought to you by Oglethorpe University, Atlanta's premier undergraduate learning experience and soccer powerhouse.In Europe, Scotland boss Steve Clarke reaches a milestone while trying to guide his nation back to the World Cup for the first time since 1998 — and he's doing it with Katy Perry in the same Glasgow hotel. France defender William Saliba says Les Bleus fear no one as the countdown to 2026 continues.Across Africa, Cape Verde edges closer to a historic first qualification, Ghana all but seals its spot, and Egypt celebrates behind a Mohamed Salah brace. Asia's contenders tighten up, with Patrick Kluivert's Indonesia fighting for survival and Saudi Arabia closing in on another World Cup berth.Plus: Manchester United's Women's Champions League debut, ownership changes in Spain and the NWSL, and tributes to Boca Juniors legend Miguel Ángel Russo.☕ The world's game never sleeps — and neither do we.
Tyler Pilgrim drops by to break down everything inside ATLUTD- looking back at LAFC and looking ahead to a lot of questions with the Inter Miami match this weekend...We also look at ATLUTD2 and the end of their MLS NEXT PRO season plus a peek at the playoffs...And how the Family Pilgrim Vacation went in central Florida
Wall Pass Wednesday goes a few different directions on SDH AMScarves N Spikes Tyler Pilgrim stops by for Hour 1 looking at everything Five Stripes- the loss in LA, the 2's work in MLS NEXT PRO, and what this weekend could look like in Ft LauderdaleHour 2 goes MLS with reports involving Spurs and Orlando and we have an AFCON watchalong involving what could be a magical day for a chase for the World Cup
Cape Verde stands on the verge of history as World Cup qualifying continues across Africa. Jason breaks down what's at stake as the island nation looks to seal its first-ever ticket to the World Cup, while Cameroon's chaos and Carlos Queiroz's latest derby headline a dramatic day of qualifiers from Libya to Qatar.Plus, Germany and Spain deal with key absences ahead of European qualifiers, Arsenal plot a massive Emirates expansion, Harry Kane opens up about his Bayern future, and MLS legends Darlington Nagbe and Jordi Alba announce their retirements.It's your daily global soccer brew — results, reactions, and the stories shaping the game — all on Morning Espresso, presented by Oglethorpe University, Atlanta's premier undergraduate learning experience and soccer powerhouse.
Equity funds and women-lead ownership is increasing in women's soccer across the planetJason Stephens examines the landscape, why it's increasing, what the targets are, where they are, and why equity funds are partnering with equity funds to pick up ownership numbers (and that's not a misprint) in the "Economics of Soccer" series on SDH AM
The NPSL Regional League is getting ready for its Spring launch across the NPSL landscapeManaging Director Jason Brown drops by SDH AM to look at the upcoming leagues meetings, what the league is looking to accomplish over three days, and get everything in place for the sprint in the spring
Tuesday Thoughts on SDH AM start and finish with moves off the field... two important names in MLS are haging it up after the seson is done... we also look at the weekend that was...NPSL Regional League Managing Director Jason Brown drops by with an update before the first set or organizational meetings Friday morning to update the franchise processWe go over your AM news in Hour 2 plus continue our look at the Economics of Soccer with football consultant Jason Stephens as he discusses provate equity investing in the women's game and MCO models advancing there as well...
The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup takes center stage this week as Asia and Africa enter their final rounds of qualifying. In Asia, powerhouse hosts Qatar and Saudi Arabia look to fend off surprise challengers Oman, Iraq, and Indonesia — with only two automatic tickets up for grabs. Across Africa, the drama is just as intense as Cape Verde, Egypt, Algeria, and Nigeria battle for a place on the world's biggest stage.Plus: Fabio Cannavaro takes charge of Uzbekistan ahead of their first World Cup appearance, Barcelona and Spain clash again over Lamine Yamal's fitness, Arsenal's injury woes grow, and UEFA makes a controversial leap — approving league matches in the U.S. and Australia.Your global soccer wake-up call is here — from qualifiers to controversies, from Doha to Dakar. ☕⚽
Shenanigans, buffoonery, hissing cockroaches, and more on this edition of Soccer Over There!
The play by play voice for Chattanooga FC, Gabe Schray, steps into SDH AM to break down the CFC match with Atlanta United 2 and examines the Eastern Conference for the upcoming draw for the MLS NEXT PRO postseason...And, with his work in USL League One, we look at the chaos of folks trying to get into the postseason...There's a lot...
SoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler drops by for his normal Monday visit where we look at one of the seminal moments in the ATLUTD-LAFC match- and, if it's normal behavior...We also look at moments in DC and the U20 World CupCards, calls, and the knockout stage...
929TheGame's Abe Gordon drops by SDH AM to break down the late night action involving Atlanta United and LAFC We look at the defense, the formation, the goal on the board, and the man between the sticks...
It's a busy Reaction Monday on SDH AMWe look back at the ATLUTD match with LAFC with 929TheGame's Abe Gordon and hear from GK Jayden Hibbert and head coach Ronny DeilaSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler looks at cards and calls that were eyebrow raisers plus what we saw from one man in the middle that gave pause plus a look at the U20 World Cup in ChileGabe Schray drops by in Hour 2 to look at Decision Day in MLS NEXT PRO, Chattanooga FC, and a little USL League OnePlus, your thoughts and some AM news...
It's the last regular season match for 2025 for the 2'sWe look at the final, the numbers, and hear from interim head coach Jose Silva after the match with Chattanooga FCWe also get you ready for the post-season and salute the 2's in 2025
Powered by NoFo BrewingWe tour the week that was in the conferences in the southeast plus get a visit from the #112 women's team in the country in the NAIA- the Bees of SCAD are on tap with their head coach, Rebecca Gunn, stopping by to talk the first ten matches of the year...
A lot of roster announcements at US Soccer brought SoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler to SDH AMThe senior team has six matches left before 2026 competition- the October camp has their listThe u20's are atop their group at the World Cup andThe U17's are prepping for camp as well...We look at all that and someone's new album...
It's a full Freestyle Friday on SDH AMSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler looks at the US success at the U20's, the camp for the U17's, and the call-ups for the USMNT for October...We look at MLS and MLS NEXT PRO and set your weekend with all the combinations for Decision Day- plus a look back at the ATLUTD2-Chattanooga match ending from yesterdayAnd, we look at the broadcast day and England's matches before the international break dna ll your AM news
Atlanta United 2 fell just short in the resumed match against Chattanooga FC, but Decision Day still holds playoff hope for the 2's. We break down the chances created, the crossbar rattled, and what's next with everything on the line this weekend.Plus, Mauricio Pochettino drops his latest USMNT roster with big names returning to the fold — and a clear message that past reputation won't secure a World Cup spot. We'll also talk about the U20s' statement win over France, the unveiling of the 2026 World Cup ball, and the latest headlines from around the globe, from Mexico's injury concerns to European drama.Grab your Morning Espresso and catch up on all the action from Atlanta to the world.
Pulso Sports/Sounder at Heart's Niko Moreno drops by to look at everything from MLS and the called shot on Messi and Friends...We also look at the roster choices for the October USMNT camp and the injuries in Seattle with the Sounders plus a little Open Cup
We go Fully Loaded on a Thursday with GOLTV's Nino TorresIt's all about the new king in UCL, the Copas and what DIDN'T surprise Ninodamous, what should never happen on a player's bench, and a concern in TV negotiations...
The USL Show's Kaylor Hodges drops by SDH AM to break down the last 30 days in USL Championship and USL League OneOff the field, there's a lot going on for the present and the future of the USLOn the field, it's a sprint to either stay in the playoff hunt or try and barge your way in...
It was a 20-minute-plus sprint to put Matchday 26/27 to bed at the Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Training GroundATLUTD2 and Chattanooga FC had some unfinished business to determine the Eastern Conference standings heading into Decision DayWe have your highlights and post-match comments from interim Head Coach Jose SIlva and Sal Mazzaferro plus your standings (and some early juiceboxes)
A busy Thursday Thoughts on SDH AMWe look back at the title games from last night- the US Open Cup, CanChamp, and Campeones all had decidersIt's a frantic afternoon in MLS NEXT PRO as ATLUTD2 hosts Chattanooga FC to determine Decision Day's mathWe look at the UCL from yesterday and set up the UEL and UECL for ThursdayThere's news from the USMNT and the October window and the Prem may ditch PSRThe USL Show's Kaylor Hodges looks at the last 30 days in USL-C and League OneGOLTV's Nino Torres looks at the Copas, Europe, and South America andSounder at Heart/Pulso Sports Niko Moreno tours MLS
Atlanta United 2's playoff push took another twist as MLS NEXT Pro confirmed the abandoned match against Chattanooga will be resumed today in Marietta — with just 19 minutes left to play. We'll be live on scene to set the stage for a critical showdown in the race for the final postseason spots.We also break down Nashville SC's historic first trophy in the U.S. Open Cup, a dramatic Campeones Cup in Los Angeles, and Vancouver's continued dominance in the Voyageurs Cup. Plus, Champions League drama with PSG edging Barcelona late, Newcastle rolling in Belgium, and Manchester City stumbling in Monaco.From Atlanta's chaos to global headlines, we've got you covered on this edition of Morning Espresso.
After arriving back home from a match vs the #2 team in the country in the NAIA, SCAD head coach Rebecca Gunn joined SDH AM to look a the first ten matches of the season for the team so far- what the team has learned and what to expect in The Sun Conference
Tyler drops by on vacation in Orlando waiting for the ship to carry the family around for the remainder of the family va-ca...We go over the 2's and the crazy in MLS NEXT PRO, the first team and what's going on prepping for LAFC, and the reports out of the northeast and the future of Jim Curtin...
A full Wall Pass Wednesday on SDH AMScarves N Spikes Tyler Pilgrim joins from Orlando looking at ATLUTD2, the playoffs in MLS NEXT PRO, and coaching vacancies in the leagueMLSSoccer.com's Dylan Butler looks at the league and all the championships to be decided in the midweek andSCAD's women's soccer team is top-ten in the NAIA rankings...HC Rebecca Gunn drops by after driving all night from Kentucky to look at the first ten matches in their quest to repeat as champs in 2025
Powered by NoFo BrewingWe tour as many programs as we can find in the Georgia soccer scene- the review and the preview in all levels...Plus, at 18:30, Life University Alex Pama visits to talk the SSAC and how tough the season is in conference...
Football consultant Jason Stephens visits SDH with a look at multi-club ownership- this time, starting with the proposed legislation in France prohibiting them in the future...And there's a "but..."Then, we travel to Italy and look at American investment there and its ever-increasing numbers...
Kacey White breaks down her weeks on SDH AMShe and Jess Charman were in Charlotte for the shock win by CF Montreal- we break it down and the east in MLSWe look at the crowded NWSL playoff race- teams trying to get in, teams trying to stay in, and teams trying to move up...And we preview the ACC on the week and the surprises there as well...
We now know the final four in the Copa Libertadores Howard Hamilton, the founder of Soccermetrics, looks at the deciders in the round of eight and prepares us for the four left on the board...
It's a busy Tuesday Thoughts on SDH AMKacey White leads off talking about everything from Charlotte FC's loss to CF Montreal to tactics and formation changes. We also look at the craziness in the NWSL and the early play in the ACCWe also go in-depth on the MLS NEXT PRO playoff situation...We look at the u20 win over New Caledonia, preview UCL, and look at your AM newsIn Hour 2, football consultant Jason Stephens takes us through multi-club ownership on the European continent France (and a newly-proposed law on it) and Italy (with all the American influence of capital)
The shenanigans and buffoonery were flowing as Nick Aliffi traveled through South Georgia, the gang discussed Serie A's place in the world, Champions League this week, did their Picks of the Week, and more.
It's a wide-ranging conversation with the SoccerForUSPod's Bart KeelerWe look at the u20 world cup roster for the USMNT and what they face in the tourneyWhat the USMNT hopefuls did for club on the weekend andThe cards and calls that went one way or the other on the weekend in England
Abe Gordon bats leadoff on a Reaction Monday as we look back at the three minute span where Atlanta United gives up two goals on a 2-0 road loss in New England against the RevsStats, starting XI's, and a look back at moments from the match
It's a full Reaction Monday on SDH AM929TheGame's Abe Gordon drops by to look at te ATLUTD loss to New England and the upcoming match with LAFCWe look at the 2's for a bit with their win in (the suburbs of) Chicago in MLS NEXT PROSoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler looks at the U-20 competition for the USMNT, the weekend for some of the stars, and cards and calls that raised eyebrows
Christian Pulisic continues to shine in Serie A, firing AC Milan to the top of the table with another standout performance at the San Siro. In England, Crystal Palace stunned Liverpool to extend their unbeaten run to a club-record 18 matches, while Nuno Espírito Santo returns to the Premier League with West Ham. Across Europe, Atletico Madrid lit up the Madrid derbi with five goals past Real, Barcelona leaned on the brilliance of Lamine Yamal, and PSG battled through more injury chaos. Plus, updates from MLS, the NWSL, the U-20 World Cup, college soccer in Georgia, and global headlines from Kane's 100th Bayern goal to Jose Mourinho's latest controversy.
It's a look back at a historic day (on a lot of fronts) for Atlanta United 2A big win keeps the 2's in the playoff hunt in the Eastern Conference- we have all the highlights for you and set up the week in MLS NEXT PRO
Powered by NoFo BrewingThe Allsvenskan, the highest division in Sweden, is in the throws of a special season...Mjallby AIF, a team for a township of just under 18,000 and a town of less than 2,000, is on top of the league with a handful of matches to goManager Anders Torstensson visits SDH to talk about the season and what it means to have this special year...
Football consultant Jason Stephens drops by fr his weekly visit on the economics of soccerWe look at the Manchester United financials, trade agreements in and out of the EU and how they impact the marketplace, distressed assets and how MCO's can take advantage, and where MCO's may head next for property
Atlanta United is heading to Foxboro to take on the Revs Saturday night...The voice of the New England Revolution, Brad Feldman, visits SDH AM with the review of the season and a preview of the match
Apple TV'S Mark Followill drops by SDH AMWe go over the Eastern Conference in MLS, the craziness of CONCACAF, and his thoughts on the ATLUTD-New England match he's calling this weekend...Plus, we get a Mean Green update as South Alabama heads to Denton Saturday
Freestyle Friday welcomes Greg Garza and our friends from Beyond Goals Mentoring to SDH AMWe discuss working through vulnerability, translating terms with multi-language mentoring, and what confidence can do to a learning experience
The USASA (United States Adult Soccer Association) is having their annual meeting and Hall of Fame induction in Chicago this week...Two of the three inductees Andy Marion and Karon Beyer talk about their honor, what the game is like in their home states of South Carolina and Georgia, and how anyone can help grow the game
It's Freestyle Friday on SDH AM- and there's a lot to talk aboutWe look at our news for the AM in MLS and EnglandBeyond Goals Mentoring's Greg Garza drops by to talk confidence, encouraging mentees, and discussing vulnerability in the Friday Free KickAppleTV's Mark Followill visits for the first time in 2025 to discuss ATLUTD and the Revs, the soccer year he's seen in 2025, and the dance of broadcast pairingsNew England Revolution play-by-play voice Brad Feldman breaks down the season in the northeast and what to expect against Atlanta United
Sergio Busquets has announced he will retire at the end of the 2025 MLS season, closing the curtain on one of the greatest midfield careers in modern football. On today's Morning Espresso, we dive into his legacy with Barcelona, Spain, and Inter Miami — and what his final months on the pitch could look like.We also look ahead to the U-20 World Cup kicking off this weekend in Chile, with Atlanta United's Luke Brennan and Noah Cobb on the U.S. roster. Plus, Copa Libertadores semifinal spots are set after dramatic wins for Flamengo and LDU.Beyond that: Corinthians hit with yet another FIFA penalty, FIFA unveils the 2026 World Cup mascots, Liverpool and Spurs takeover talk, Tanner Tessmann's rise in Lyon, and a big weekend ahead with the Madrid Derby and legends colliding in Serie A.
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