The 3rd Touch

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh, review the weekends World Cup games and miss out on a Mr Cigs interview. Messi v Ronaldo debate? No question right.    

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh are joined by Ryan Curtis @ryancurtis2017. The boys, review game 1 of the 2018 FIFA World Cup and look forward to England's upcoming group games.  

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh reunite for a series of World Cup Podcasts. They discuss the heartbreak of USA not qualifying, group predictions, the rights for the 2026 World Cup and surprise omissions from this years tournament. Enjoy!    

Sam Leamy,  Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin discuss the drab 0-0 draw for the USMNT verses Bosnia and Herzegovinia. Jack Harrison maybe on his way out of NYCFC. The boys also round up the Premier League action as well as the much publicized transfer of Alexis Sanchez from Arsenal to Manchester United.  Also Mike has a new hat!

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin discuss weather Jack Wilshere has made significant progress to deserve an England call up.   As the rest of Europe take a timely winter break, the Premier League absorbs a hectic festive schedule with 4 games in 10 days for most clubs. Mike, reviews Christian Pulisic's season so far and Connor rounds up a busy 2 weeks in the MLS pre season.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin present weekly soccer updates. The lads recap Arsenal verses Manchester United, arguably the most entertaining game of the season so far. The Champions League wraps up, with all 5 English teams qualifying for the last 16 for the first time ever. Are English teams back dominating Europe? Finally Connor previews the MLS Cup Final between Toronto FC and Seattle Sounders and the NCAA final four in Philadelphia.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin get together finally for an update on the MLS playoffs, FIFA World Cup draw and all things Premier League. Connor has new found love for his beloved Arsenal and the wheels have fallen off the Spurs bandwagon. Tiger Woods makes his long awaited comeback. Enjoy

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin, discuss the final 2018 World Cup Qualifiers. USA play out and 1-1 draw with Portugal and the MLS enters it's final few weeks (sad face).   #Soccer #football #MLS #WorldCup2018 #Russia #USA #England #Pulisic #NYCFC #SavetheCrew #BruceArena #Fox

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin get together to discuss weather the Major League Soccer is better than the Champions League (obviously a joke!!!)   The lads discuss all things Champions League and the strength of Tottenham and Manchester City's exploits in this years tournament.   Arsenal progress to the knockout stages of the Europa League as managerless Everton are knocked out. They review the U17 world cup as England win yet another youth tournament this year. What will teh future hold??   #football #soccer #EPL #MLS #ChampionsLeague #Pulisic #WorldCup #U17 #NYCFC #Columbus #Savethecrew

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin recover from a huge disappointment for USA soccer in the past week. The lads recap the ongoing U17 World Cup in India, where the USA and England have some very promising youngsters. Mike 'cools' down Sam's coffee with some encouraging Crypto currency chat and also makes a statement directly to the 'US Soccer Foundation!!'.   We round up all MLS heading into the final week, where the Western Conference is wide open. Connor questions his commitment to Arsenal Football Club as Manchester City look dominate in these early stages.   #U17 #USA #USMNT #England #EPL #Pulisic #Coffee #Crypto #Currency #MLS #EPL #Sancho #Sargent #Sancho

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin review USA failings against Trinidad and Tobago as other results go against the USMNT. Initial shocked thoughts are felt all around the studio. The boys don't hold back with their feelings, extreme explicit caution adviced #USAvsTRI #USA #USMNT #Trinidad #Pulisic #ESPN #Russia2018 #Sorry #Future

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin hit the cold brew and chat about the relevance of the 2017 Carabao Cup. Atlanta United break the MLS attendance record and the boys discuss tonight's US Open Cup final between NY Red Bulls and Sporting Kansas City. The two Manchester clubs look to continue their impressive start to the season as the two Liverpool clubs continue to struggle.   #Soccer #Football #MLS #EPL #Atlanta #Record #USOpenCup #NewYork #Kansas #Gym #Pulisic #Carabao #NYCFC

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin tackle Alexi Lalas's comments during the half time show of Seattle v LA Galaxy about the USMNT. The boys debate whether Frank De Boer's sacking at Crystal Palace was justified after only 77 days at the helm. But who is Frank De Boer exactly Mike? Champions League kicks off this week, as the boys discuss the current structure of the powerful tournament. MLS week 27 review by Connor Walsh hits your airwaves, as the playoff picture starts to take place. Fantasy updates and more *Note Deli Ali is suspended for Tottenham Hotspurs game verses Dortmund. #AlexiLalas #ChampionsLeague #EPL #MLS #Neymar #Pulisic #Lawn #FrankDeBoer #Brooklyn #Wembley #Dortmund #Messi #Ronaldo #NYCFC  

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin emotionally review the USA loss against Costa Rica on friday night. Mike finally found a ticket and a new best friend in 'Seattle Kevin'. A heartbreaking loss coincidentally leads Mike to sniff out the nearest strip club in Harrison New Jersey. Wayne Rooney had an eventful weekend thanks to his absence from international duty and France surprisingly draw against the 136th ranked team in the world Luxembourg. Connor meets one of his idols in Jimmy Conrad. Twitter: @the3rdtouch Instagram: the3rdtouchinstagram #USA #JimmyConrad #CostaRica #WorldCup2018 #WorldCup #Rooney #PuraVida #instagram #twitter #the3rdtouch

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin discuss Arsenal's continued woes, Connor tries to explain Arsene Wenger's current team selection and tactics after their humiliating defeat against Liverpool. MLS hits week 25 and Pulisic continues his fine form for Dortmund. Connor and Sam attend a local sport game as the University of Albany impressively beat the University of Rhode Island 4-0 in their home opener. The boys preview the two upcoming USA CONCACAF qualifiers against Costa Rica and Honduras. #MLS #EPL #Arsenal #England #USA #Pulisic #ArseneWenger #Ualbany #College #Dortmund #LIverpool #ManchesterUnited #Barcelona

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin, discuss Wayne Rooney's surprise international retirement. The boys round up the first 2 weeks of the Premier League season, Manchester United's fierce attacking options and Arsenals typical trip to a warm Saturday in Stoke. Connors wraps up all things MLS and Mike gets a little too excited about Christian Pulisic's first game of the season for Dortmund. Neymar shows his worth and Barcelona look lost without him.   #Premierleague #WayneRooney #Neymar #EPL #MLS #ChristianPulisic #WorldCup #Barcelona #ManchesterUnited 

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh and joined by the 3rd touches English Correspondent Paul Wheatley. The Boys break down our beloved MLS week 22 and preview the upcoming 2017-18 Premier League season. Mike finally joins the lads after a heavy night on the piss in Brooklyn.   Hosting a Premier League fantasy league, to enter: -Register on Premierleague.com/fantasy -Enter code 1714353-411295 to join the 3rd touches league -Win a $50 gift card to soccer.com #PremierLeague #MLS #Football #Soccer #EPL #Rooney #England #USA #Neymar #VAR #HowardWebb #Refs #Manchester City #Pogba 

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin react to the 222 Million Euro transfer fee for Neymar JR, as he completes his move from Barcelona to PSG. Freddy Adu is in the news again and across the globe searching for the right club. MLS hits week 21 and @the3rdtouch have an exciting giveaway to announce.   #Soccer #MLS #Football #@bluecityradio #freddyadu #neymarjr #neymar #barcelona #PSG #EPL #allstar #realmadrid #NYCFC #

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin return from a summer hiatus with a catch up on the CONCACAF Gold Cup, the boys have secured their first liquid sponsorship and discuss the transfer window thus far...... VAAAR Dude!   #Soccer #Football #CONCACAF #Gold Cup #Dempsey #Donovan #MLS #Transfers #EPL #Podcast #Manchester United #Cheese #Brooklyn #VAR #Dude #!

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin break down USA's 2 World Cup Qualifiers against Trinidad and Tobago and Mexico. The boys break down Bruce Arena's questionable lineup at the Azteca and England 'WIN', yes 'WIN' a World Cup for the first time in 51 years. And Connor has beef with his $25 a year American Outlaws subscription.   American Outlaws, USA, USMNT, Pulisic, Mexico, Azteca, WCQ, Trinidad, Pittsburgh, Penguins, NHL, U20 World Cup, U20WorldCup, England, Dempsey

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin break down the UEFA Champions League final, the most predictable but 'unwanted' outcome of the season. The boys, reflect on USA Under 20's achievements in South Korea, after they were finally knocked out in the quarter finals by Venezuela 2-1. The USMNT gear up for 2 vital World Cup qualifiers and Connor breaks down Week 14 of our very own MLS.    Soccer, Football, World Cup, USMNT, U 20 World Cup, MLS, Champions League, Cristiano Ronaldo, Gareth Bale, UEFA,

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin get together and discuss Memorial Day shenanigans including Tiger Wood's drive down south. The boys break down the FA Cup final, sporting hero's falls from grace the U 20 World Cup and everyone's favourite league the MLS.   Soccer, EPL, FA Cup, MLS, U20 World Cup, Tiger Woods, Memorial Weekend, England, USA, Whitney Houston, Michael Jackson, Lifetime

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh, and Michael McLaughlin round up and review the Premier Leauge season and reveal the biggest surprises and disappointments from the worlds "best" league. Mike covers a shift for Connor at the bar and the lads discuss the u20 World Cup and the United States exciting early morning result. As always, Connor wraps up the episode with the MLS review section. Thanks for tuning in chins.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin get together for the first time since Episode 1 (Boxing Day) the boys close in on a already decided Premier League season, they also review the last few weeks in the world of footy. The boys also preview the U-20 World Cup in South Korea and Connor makes the wisest purchase of his millennial career.   #Soccer #Football #MLS #EPL #USMNT #Arsenal #ManchesterUnited #ChampionsLeague #EuropaLeague #ArseneWenger #nycfc

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh explain the recent absence of 'The 3rd Touch' episodes. The boys skim the surface on recent footy news and results, including the irrelevant Manchester United Arsenal game. Sam returns from Portugal and a scary car crash. The culture is strong and Mike will return for the weekend episode.   Football, Soccer, MLS, EPL, Portugal, Immortal DC, Car Crash, Real Madrid, Champions League, Europa League, U20 USMNT, U17 USMNT, NYCFC

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin wrap up the Champions League results and Kylian Mbappe rapid rise for Monaco. The boys take a break to order pizza and Christian Pulisic's needs to wax his hairy chest. We also break down Manchester United's impressive victory over league leaders Chelsea   Soccer, Dortmund, USA, England, UEFA, Champions League, Pulisic, Pizza

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin discuss the possibilities of a 3 country host World Cup, Deli Alli lights up 'The Lane', Bayern once again dominate the Bundesliga. Ross Barkley ends up on the wrong end of a bar fight in Liverpool, just hours after his teams 4-2 win over Leicester City. And Arsenals favourite piss head Tony Adams secures a La Liga contract. USA, Mexico, Canada, Ross Barkley, Chin, Champions League, World Cup, Soccer, Football, England, Deli Ali, Tottenham, Arsenal, Ibrahimovic, 2026

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin review USA's 1-1 draw with Panama, the boys also discuss Netherlands and Argentina's faltering qualifying campaigns. The Premier League returns and Mike only wants cool team names to represent the top leagues.   #USA, #CONCACAF, #Panama, #MLS, #Soccer, #Football, #World Cup, #WCQ, #England, #EPL, #Argentina, #Messi, #Bastian, #Netherlands 

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin review USA's 6-0 win over Honduras. 18 year old Christian Pulisic stars in a near complete USA performance. 34 is the magic number.   USMNT, Dempsey, Pulisic, Honduras, World Cup, WCQ, Russia 2018, 34, MLS

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh preview tomorrow evenings World Cup Qualifier, USA v Honduras in San Jose at the Avaya Stadium. The boys analysis how USA can achieve all 3 points in this vital WQC. Connor blesses 'Slum Footy'.   USMNT, Honduras, WQC, Football, Soccer, USA, Chris Wondolowski, Clint Dempsey, Bruce Arena, World Cup.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin review all things Champions League, MLS week 3, Jermaine Defoe's surprise England call up and then things go South when the boys review their own St Patricks Day weekend. Listener discretion is advised.....   MLS, Soccer, England, USA, Champions League, Brazil, Pele, Edinho, St Patricks Day, Bambi, EPL.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin discuss the all things Champions League/MLS and the greatest upsets in sporting history. Mike still believes in Tiger Woods and Connor just wants to play in the snow.   MLS, Soccer, EPL, Champions League, Barcelona, PSG, Wayne Rooney, Orlando, NYFCF, Andrea Pirlo, Jack Harrison, Tiger Woods

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin discuss the opening MLS weekend and Sam and Connor arrive in Orlando safely without Mike. The lads discuss the local soccer culture in Orlando and antics from the night before. Sam goes crazy after England beat USA in the She Believes Cup and then things get political.    Soccer, EPL, MLS, USA.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael McLaughlin are joined by CJ Trammel current Member of 'District 96', DC United's marketing street team. The boys preview the upcoming MLS season. The 3rd Touch almost gains significant sponsorship by 'probably' the best beer in the world. Mike takes lingo from Connor to another level.   MLS, USA, Soccer, DC United, EPL, Leicester, Liverpool

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh discuss the somewhat surprise sacking of Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri. We breakdown the Champions League results from this week and act as Wayne Rooney's cross atlantic agents. Connor comes out of retirement.   Soccer, Football, Leicester City, Claudio Ranieri, Champions League, EPL, MLS, Orlando.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin round up the week that was the FA Cup last 16, Owen Hargreaves makes a public appearance and Gareth Bale returns to action for Real Madrid.   Soccer, England, America, MLS, EPL, FA CUP, Gareth Bale, Tight Shirts, Leicester City   Available to download via iTunes/Stitcher/GooglePlay/SoundCloud/YouTube   Enjoy!

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh discuss the return of the most 'Predictable' cup competition in the world (Champions League). Mark Clattenburg takes 'unleaded' and Carli Lloyd joins the blue side of Manchester.   Soccer, MLS, EPL, Carli Lloyd, Arsenal, Champions League, UCL

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin are joined by Special Guest Paul Wheatley. Paul's explains what it's like to be a Everton fan, Wenger's future and the current state of the English national team.    Soccer, Football, EPL, MLS, Everton, England, USA

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin review USA v Jamaica and the overall January Camp. We discuss serious turmoil at Leicester City and Crystal Palace, whilst one of our listeners compares being a Liverpool fan as taking home a wrinkly boobed female. USMNT, Soocer, MLS, EPL, Boobs, Super Bowl, USA. 

Sam Leamy and Connor Walsh, say farewell to Frank Lampard, hail Peter Crouch's achievements and preview USA v Jamaica. Michael Mclaughlin is absent because of 'professional' commitments.   Soccer, EPL, Peter Crouch, Frank Lampard, MLS, USMNT, Comedy

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin welcome back Uncle Bruce and review the USMNT game vs Serbia. Michael Bradley stirs controversy and Mike tries to understand male sports bras.   Soccer, USMNT, MLS, EPL, FA Cup, Robert Pires, Bras, Football   *Episode was recorded before Jermaine Jones and Sacha Kljestan left January camp

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin discuss Freddy Adu's career, Giovinco's pending move to China and Liverpool's tiring squad. Mike has a trial with NYCFC. *17:46 Connor was referring to Giovinco being called up to the Euro 16 Qualifiers whilst at Toronto FC. Soccer, NYCFC, EPL, MLS, China, Tennis, Usain Bolt

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin review the weekend Premier League games, Evan Frost joins the team to chat about the American Outlaws. Mike reveals his true hero.  Soccer, EPL, MLS, World Cup, American Outlaws, Albany, USA    

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin discuss Tim Howard's controversial mid week comments. Sam loves the idea of 25 yard dribbling penalty kicks and Mike reveals Sam's secret partner.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin review the weekends Premier League games. Connor compares the current people market as Squids!

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin discuss the World Cup expansion, preview this weekends Premier League games. Connor and Mike go down memory lane.

Sam Leamy, Michael Mclaughlin and Connor Walsh, discuss the current format of England's domestic cup competitions, latest transfer rumors, and take Q & A's from listeners. 

Sam Leamy and Michael Mclaughlin discuss college soccer with UAlbany assistant coach Chris Custer. Connor Walsh goes MIA.

Sam Leamy, Connor Walsh and Michael Mclaughlin discuss the announcement of the USMNT squad for the upcoming games against Serbia and Jamaica. 

Sam Leamy, Michael Mclaughlin and Connor Walsh, round up the hectic christmas schedule, discussing Uncle Bob's departure from Swansea City and Landon Donovan's return to the MLS. Make sure you turn your volume for the last 30 seconds. Enjoy!

Sam, Mike and Connor discuss boxing day games, Connor loses touch on Wenger's current tactics. 1st published podcast.