The High Kicks Podcast

We start off with a breakdown of the EPL Table, highlighting the cluster that is the competition for the remaining UCL Spots. Brian does a bit of celebrating Liverpool's League Title win before we dive into the Champions League.The UCL discussion features a debate over whether it is harder to win the UCL or a top domestic league. We also break down the cinematic experience of Barcelona vs. Inter Milan. It was an instant classic featuring an IMMENSE performance from 17-year-old starlet Lamine Yamal. For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksSports | @HighKicksSports

This week's episode features multiple crashouts from CrushTalksSports about Leicester City. Chad was simply not having a good time. He dives into everything from poor substitutions, horrid play, bad signings and sales, and the overall poor state of Leicester City. His final straw was the realization that Leicester could end up losing to Wrexham in the Championship next season. The gang also dives into TAA's passionate celebration over the weekend and what it means for his upcoming transfer to Real Madrid. We close out the episode with a discussion about the Europa League by highlighting the incredible journey of Bodo/Glimt, as well as the chances that Spurs and Manchester United have at lifting the trophy. For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksSports | @HighKicksSports

We start this week by detailing Leicester City's struggles as Chad celebrates the Foxes' first goal since early February. The EPL Title race is all but over, but there is still plenty to play for in the European places in the League Table. Arsenal took care of business in Madrid, winning the second leg 2-1 and the overall tie 5-1. The Gunners are poised to take on PSG in the next round after the Parisians took down Aston Villa 5-4 on aggregate. Chad is very high on Inter Milan after their win over Bayern; he even has them as his UCL favorites. For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

Declan Rice, TAKE A BOW. The Arsenal midfielder hit two STUNNING free kicks against Real Madrid on Tuesday en route to a 3-0 win for the Gunners at the Emirates. Inter Milan went into Munich and left with a 2-1 against Bayern thanks to a beautiful Latauro Martinez finish, followed by a Davide Fratessi goal to take the lead back in the 88th minute. Barcelona, unsurprisingly, handled business against Dortmund with a 4-0 win at Camp Nou, and PSG handled Villa by way of a 3-1 win in France. The guys also gloss over last week's EPL action, while Chad mentions the literal CHILD who debuted for Leicester City. We feel old. For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

The gang is back for what could be the fastest episode we have ever done. We break down the games from Tuesday and Wednesday, with Karl giving some insight on the (awful) state of Manchester United. Chad takes a stab at the (many) problems facing Leicester City that all seem to begin with the preseason appointment of Steve Cooper. Brian weighs in on the controversial offsides no-call in the Merseyside Derby with opinions about the nature of judgment calls in sports. For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

In this episode of the High Kicks podcast, we explore the buzz around Trent Alexander-Arnold's transfer from Liverpool to Real Madrid. To put it lightly, Brian is pissed. The Premier League title race is intensifying, and we assess Liverpool's prospects against Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.We also examine the recent challenges faced by the US Men's National Team, questioning whether it's a matter of effort or misfortune. Additionally, we discuss the implications of hosting the 2026 World Cup in the U.S. and whether it's the optimal choice.For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

Liverpool fans, brace yourselves. The latest episode of High Kicks dives into the Reds' tough Champions League loss to PSG. Brian isn't holding back on his disappointment, but there's still hope for the Premier League. Meanwhile, PSG's young guns are getting some well-deserved praise.Barcelona's on fire, and Rafinha might just be the next Ballon d'Or contender. The hosts debate his chances against Mo Salah and break down Barca's recent performances.Get ready for some bold Champions League predictions. Bayern vs. Inter, Arsenal vs. Real Madrid—who's coming out on top? The hosts have their say.Plus, a quick chat about Manchester United's new stadium plans and Liverpool's shot at the League Cup. It's all here, with a side of humor and hot takes.For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

Tune in for an engaging discussion on the latest soccer highlights! This episode covers Liverpool's exhilarating Champions League victory over PSG, with Allison's standout performance taking center stage. We also analyze Premier League dynamics, spotlighting Liverpool's impressive form and Arsenal's resurgence. Additionally, we share insights on key moments from Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and others. Plus, we explore the impact of managers' reluctance to make timely substitutions in crucial matches.For more content, follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

Join us for an exciting episode as we delve into the latest developments in the Premier League. We start with Leicester City's fight against relegation, followed by an analysis of Manchester United's erratic season. We then examine Arsenal's strategic moves under Arteta and spotlight Liverpool's impressive win over Manchester City. The episode concludes with a lively discussion on whether Mohamed Salah is having his best season yet.For more content, follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

This week, it's a rough ride for Serie A fans as their teams take a hit in the Champions League. Feyenoord takes down Milan, and Atalanta gets clobbered by Bruges. Juventus also struggles, showing just how tough the competition is.Liverpool's recent performances could make things a little dicey in their title charge. Chelsea got embarrassed by Bright. Arsenal closed the gap and Spurs beat a struggling United side. There's a third of the season left for the EPL to shake things out. For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

Liverpool fans, brace yourselves. The latest episode of the High Kicks podcast dives into the Reds' shocking FA Cup loss to Plymouth Argyle. The crew breaks down what went wrong and what it means for Liverpool's trophy hopes.We also chat about the thrilling Champions League clash where Real Madrid edged out Manchester City. Is City's aging squad holding them back? The hosts think so and discuss potential transfer targets to shake things up.Plus, we look at the Premier League standings and upcoming matches. Can City bounce back against Newcastle? Will Arsenal overcome their injury woes? Tune in for all the predictions and banter.For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

This week on the High Kicks podcast, we dive into the Premier League's wildest moments. Forest's 7-0 blowout against Brighton and Liverpool's standout game against Bournemouth are just the start. We also chat about Everton's big win over Leicester City. Arsenal vs. Manchester City was intense, with Gabriel Magalhães and Erling Haaland's face-off stealing the show. Chelsea's struggles continue, and we break down their narrow win over West Ham. Plus, we look ahead to the Champions League playoffs with matchups like Manchester City vs. Real Madrid. And don't miss our take on the surprising Luka Doncic trade in the NBA.For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

In this episode of the High Kicks podcast, we kick things off with a wild discussion about how many crocodiles we could take on, before diving into the Premier League's latest drama. Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth are making waves, while Chelsea's form is under the microscope. We also chat about the new Champions League format and whether it's a hit or miss. Plus, it's Super Bowl time! We're breaking down the Chiefs vs. Eagles matchup and comparing it to the Patriots dynasty. And don't miss our take on Patrick Mahomes and his clutch performances!For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

In this episode of High Kicks, Brian and Chad are back after a break to chat about the latest in football. They kick things off with Liverpool's hot streak, with Brian hyping up Mohamed Salah as a top contender for the Ballon d'Or. Chad lets off some steam about Leicester City's rough patch, calling out players like James Justin and Jordan Ayew. The duo also dives into Tottenham's recent struggles and whether Ange Postecoglou can stick around, especially with all the injuries. They're shocked by Bayern Munich's 3-0 loss to Feyenoord in the Champions League. Wrapping up, they preview the Chelsea vs Manchester City showdown, focusing on Chelsea's goalie drama and recent transfers.For more content follow @CrushTalksSports | @BrianTalksFootball | @HighKicksSports

In this special episode of the High Kicks podcast, we welcome David Gerson, the man behind @refsneedlovetoo. With over a decade of experience and more than 1300 matches officiated, David shares his journey from college rugby player to respected soccer referee. He discusses the challenges referees face, including making split-second decisions and handling criticism from spectators. David also explores the impact of technology like VAR and goal-line tech on modern officiating.Discover the importance of building positive relationships on the field and why humility is key for referees. If you're considering becoming an official, David offers valuable advice on diving into the role and the rewards it brings. Don't miss this insightful conversation that sheds light on the world of soccer officiating.For more content, follow us on TikTok and Instagram.Brian: @BrianTalksFootball & @HighKicksSportsChad: @CrushTalksSports & @HighKicksSportsKarl: @HighKicksSportsJoin our community on Discord: https://discord.com/invite/GfdugzmnpzFollow @refsneedlovetoo for more content from David

For the first time in his career, Pep Guardiola has lost four matches in a row. Recent defeats to Spurs, Bournemouth, Sporting, and Brighton leave City five points back in the table and 10th in the UCL. Liverpool widened the gap with a 2-0 win over Aston Villa this weekend as Arne Slot's men continued their winning ways. United sent interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy off with a 3-0 win over Leicester. Chad is not happy with his club. In other sports news, the Detroit Lions are just really good. Chad also has an interesting take on Nascar.If you want more content follow us on TikTok and Instagram at the handles below.Brian: @BrianTalksFootball & @HighKicksSportsChad: @CrushTalksSports & @HighKicksSportsKarl: @HighKicksSportsIf you want to talk sports with us and join in for the occasional watch-along join our Discord server with this link: https://discord.com/invite/Gfdugzmnpz

The moment USMNT fans have been waiting for finally arrived last week. New manager Mauricio Pochettino led his side to a 2-0 victory over Panama. Poch fielded a B-Side for the matchup against Mexico, resulting in a 0-2 defeat. The FA announced this week that a deal has been struck giving German manager Thomas Tuchel the reigns of the English National Team. Tuchel knows how to win in tournament football; could he deliver the World Cup to England?To close the show, Brian and Chad discuss this week's fantasy football outlook and dive into some slightly over-the-top sports takes. If you want more content follow us on TikTok and Instagram at the handles below.Brian: @BrianTalksFootball & @HighKicksSportsChad: @CrushTalksSports & @HighKicksSportsKarl: @HighKicksSportsIf you want to talk sports with us and join in for the occasional watch-along join our Discord server with this link: https://discord.com/invite/Gfdugzmnpz

To Chad's delight, Leicester City picked up their first win of the season behind some exceptional play from Mads Hermansen. Just how long will the Foxes be able to hold on to their prized goalkeeper? The famed Wolvesasaurus has been locked in a cage until further notice, only to be removed when Wolves remember how to play the sport. We jump into last week's fantasy football action with some heated talks on whether Brian should have left the friend's fantasy league. Karl also learns his draft position for his basketball league and runs a mock draft mid show. If you want more content follow us on TikTok and Instagram at the handles below.Brian: @BrianTalksFootball & @HighKicksSportsChad: @CrushTalksSports & @HighKicksSportsKarl: @HighKicksSportsIf you want to talk sports with us and join in for the occasional watch-along join our Discord server with this link: https://discord.gg/Gfdugzmnpz

We are BACK for another season of Premier League Football! Manchester United is off to an awful start as they sit 13th in the league table. It looks like this season's title is Arsenal's to lose after Rodri's ACL injury cost him his season for Manchester City. Chelsea continue to roll under Maresca and Liverpool are off to a table-topping start through 6 games under new manager Arne Slot. In the second half of the show, we jump into a more general sports conversation. Chad and Karl have a fun back and forth about their fantasy football matchup this week after Chad JUST squeaked out a win. We also dive into the very unusual conclusion to the NL Wild Card in the MLB. If you want more content follow us on TikTok and Instagram at the handles below.Brian: @BrianTalksFootball & @HighKicksSportsChad: @CrushTalksSports & @HighKicksSportsKarl: @HighKicksSportsIf you want to talk sports with us and join in for the occasional watch-along join our Discord server with this link: https://discord.gg/Gfdugzmnpz

Reporter Sam Shapiro joins the podcast for this special episode recapping Sam's coverage of Liverpool vs Manchester United in South Carolina. Sam shares his experience attending his first match as he talked to fans who traveled from all over to attend the game.

Mexico has been ELIMINATED from the Copa America after scoring only 1 goal in the competition. Canada made history and progressed through in their first Copa by getting out of a rather tough group. Switzerland dominated Italy to book a spot against a shaky England side saved by Jude Bellingham's bicycle kick in the 95th minute. France and Portugal are set to clash in a quarter-final that is up for grabs to whoever can find offensive form. Germany and Spain face off in what should be one of the best matches of the year, with the winner being the clear favorite to win Euro 2024.

The Euro Knockout stage is set and we have some intriguing matchups, The left side of the bracket is LOADED, leaving England with an easy-looking route to the final. The USMNT had a horrific showing against Panama. Tim Weah was sent off in the 16th minute for punching someone in the head and we lost 2-1. The US needs to defeat Uruguay to make its way into the quarter-finals,

The European Championships kick off on Friday in Germany and the stage is set for a great Tournament. England is the current favorite despite some questionable decisions in their final roster. France looks poised for a deep run in yet another major tournament.

The 2023-2024 league season has come to an end and the summer news cycle is already churning. Erik ten Hag's situation is up in the air after a stunning win in the FA Cup. United takes a Europa League spot and demotes Chelsea to the Conference League. Chelsea has hired their 4th manager in the last 2 seasons, Barca did Xavi DIRTY, and Bayern Munich is taking a chance on Vincent Kompany.

Manchester City played a thrilling match against Spurs that all but guarantees Pep and co their 4th straight title. With the Spurs down a goal in the 2nd half, Son was handed a golden chance to even the score but was denied by City's 2nd choice keeper in an immaculate display of goalkeeping. With Spurs loss, Aston Villa secured Champions League football for the first time since 1982.

Manchester United's embarrassing season just keeps getting worse. A 4-0 loss to Palace leaves them completely out of the European places and behind Chelsea in the table. Villa looks to have a stranglehold on the final UCL spot and the title could be decided by the upcoming Spurs vs City match. Borussia Dortmund eliminated PSG to book their third-ever trip to the UCL final. They will face Real Madrid, who beat Bayern by way of a Joselu brace and a VERY questionable offside call that absolutely should have been a play-on situation. Who will lift the trophy at Wembley?

The EPL takes a back seat this week as Chad celebrates Leicester City's return to the top flight. Leicester nearly blew a 17-point lead, but they got the job done at the end of the day. Liverpool's title dreams are over and the next era has begun with the appointment of Arne Slot. The EPL is set to introduce a spending cap in the 2025-2026 season that could change the landscape of the league. Bayern and Real played a STUNNING UCL semi-final and the Ballon d'Or race has no winner in sight.

The FA Cup took center stage this weekend with great quarter-final action. Cveentery scored two later goals to stun Wolves and set a date with Manchester United, who similarly dispatched Liverpool. Burnley got their first win in what seems like a lifetime over Brentford and Tottenham had their worst showing of the season against a hungry Fulham side.

We are joined this week by punk rock artist and the lead singer of the band Free the Witness, Jake Bedel-Franklin! We take a deep dive into the Liverpool vs Manchester City matchup from the weekend which has plenty of twists and turns. There's a bit of a disagreement on whether Arsenal will choke once again, and Swansea deploy the worst corner routine we have ever seen.

Liverpool survived a valiant effort from Forest this weekend thanks to a late header by the King of Chaos. Darwin Nunez saved the Reds once again. Marcus Rashford scored the potential goal of the season before Manchester United's daddy, Phil Foden, took over the game and delivered a 3-1 win for the Cityzens. Arsenal continue to slaughter the league with a 6-0 thrashing of Sheffield United. That result gives the Gunners a +22 GD in their last 5 matches.

Manchester United's good form came crashing down by way of a late Alex Iwobi goal that stunned the Red Devils at Old Trafford. Arsenal continue to ride great league form and sit just 2 points off the top with their 4-1 win over Newcastle. Liverpool beat Chelsea in extra time to win their first trophy of the season. The Reds are 1 point clear at the top of the League Table. Erling Halaand and KDB connected for 4 goals/assists in City's drubbing of Luton. Haaland added a fifth goal without the help from KDB before being subbed off in the 77th minute.

We are joined by TikTok creator and Chelsea supporter Melina Dautovic for this episode! We go into Melina's history supporting Chelsea, what it's like being a female sports creator, and how to deal with out-of-pocket comments. We finish with a deep dive into Chelsea's issues before discussing the rest of this week's Premier League slate.

Sporting KC, Liverpool, and River Plate fan KEVINCHO joins the pod for a great discussion on all things footy. We get into Kev's background, where his support for his clubs comes from, and his history in content. Next, we dive into the Premier League before a DEEP dive into the upcoming MLS season.

Ivan Toney made his return from a betting suspension this weekend and needed just 19 minutes to get on the scoresheet. Chelsea came back with a vengeance in a 6-1 slamming of Middlesbrough in the 2nd leg of their League Cup semi-final. Afcon gets wild and Ronaldo opens his mouth again.

Arsenal had a December to forget and have dropped from the top of the table to 4th place. Aston Villa sit second and are just 2 points behind leaders Liverpool. Brian is completely fed up with the Kylan Mbappe transfer saga and just wants it to end and Chad is beyond overjoyed with Leicester's performances in the Championship.

Liverpool stunned Fulham with 2 late goals to snag 3 points and a 4-3 on Sunday. Treant Alexander-Arnold scored the 87th-minute winner. Manchester United put on another lackluster display in a loss to Newcastle as Anthony Gordon gets on the scoresheet again. Spurs snagged a point against City amid a controversial late refereeing decision that denied Grealish a chance on net.

With the club season being halted again for another international break, we talk about injuries and formatting for European and World Cup qualifying. Also, the USMNT lost to Trinidad and Tobago and Sergino Dest made an awful decision.

According to reports Real Madrid have dropped their long standing pursuit of French superstar Kylian Mbappe. It seems like a lock that the PSG star would be the next galactic, but now a host of clubs around Europe will be vying for his signature come June. Where will the 2018 World Cup winner end up?

Saturday delivered a classic Tottenham Hotspur collapse in the early match, followed by an uninspiring Manchester United win. Arsenal took care of Burnely and somehow Everton picked up more points. Mo Salah scored his 200th EPL goal in a 3-0, and Brighton continued their fall back to Earth. Manchester City and Chelsea gave us the match of the season in a 4-4 thriller that was somehow stained by yet another questionable VAR decision.

VAR was introduced 4.5 years ago to add transparency and accuracy to refereeing decisions. The technology's use in the English Premier League has only made complex decisions more confusing. Kyle D'Antoni from Inside the Ninety joins Brian to discuss the state of VAR and its current impact on the game.

We go over the biggest games of the weekend and get into some deep discussions about the implementation of VAR in the Newcastle vs Arsenal match. Jeremy Doku had one of the best games any player has had in quite a while and he will only continue to get better. Spurs and Chelsea played one of the worst matches anyone has ever seen.

In this short episode, we share our thoughts on this week's upcoming games. We share our score predictions and explain where we are coming from. There are some disagreements as always. Reach out on Instagram if you want to share your predictions,

We share our thoughts on France Football's awards ceremony and debate about its current merit. Jude Bellingham needs to change his name to Himothy after his Clasico performance and Harry Kane's hat-trick leads Bayern Munich to an 8-goal second-half outburst.

We are changing up the format to bring you shorter, more frequent episodes! Check out our breakdown and reactions to this past week's EPL matches. Karl is not happy with his Manchester Derby results, Liverpool keep on rolling, Newcastle disappoints again, and Chelsea are still awful. Also, Spurs are legit title contenders... it feels weird.

Liverpool beat Everton in yet another Merseyside Derby at Anfield, Eddie Howe continues to work wonders for Newcastle, Arsenal stun Chelsea with a 2 goal comeback at the Bridge, and Big Ange's Spurs keep their form at the top of the table. This week's UCL action was full of highlight goals and great matches. Manchester United had 2 unlikely heroes in a much-needed win.

The October international break has come and gone and there was plenty to discuss. FIFA announced an overly complicated hosting setup for the 2030 World Cup. Manchester United has a new investor who will get control of footballing operations and a good amount of teams have booked their ticket to Euro 2024 in Germany.

VAR takes center stage again as a lapse of communication cost a then 10-man Liverpool an opening goal against Spurs. Manchester City fell to Wolves and Mykhailo Mudryk FINALLY scored as Chelsea won 2-0. The UCL was full of shockers as PSG, Manchester United, and Arsenal lost to Newcastle, Galatasaray, and Lens. No Chad this week but there's still plenty to discuss.

Leicester City's return to the top of the Championship table has Chad jumping for joy. Manchester United got back on track with a win against Burnley, Rodri channeled his inner Darth Vader with his choking of Morgan Gibbs-White, Everton finally got their first win, Newcastle put EIGHT by Sheffield, and the North London derby was an absolute firecracker.

Chad was unavailable this week so we reverted back to pre-March with just Brian and Karl. We discuss this week's biggest results and give Richarlison a much-needed apology. Jude Bellingham took his hot start to Europe with an added-time winner for Real Madrid, Barca ran riot vs. Antwerp, and Arsenal returned to the UCL in style.

The international break is nearly over and the USMNT put on a lackluster showing in a 3-0 win against Uzbekistan in Gregg Berhalter's return. Germany sacked Hansi Flick after a 4-1 defeat to Japan. Germany hosts the Euros in just 9 months. Luis Rubiales FINALLY steps down and Neymar becomes Brazil's all-time leading goalscorer.

Manchester United suffered a heartbreaking defeat at the hands of Arsenal's new £105 million man in the 90+6' on Sunday afternoon. Karl was not a happy camper. Spurs may be better without Harry Kane... it doesn't make sense, but the on-field results do not lie. Chelsea fall at home to Forest as their season continues its abysmal start. Lastly, we revisit last week's topic on whether or not Liverpool should sell Mo Salah.