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A Canadian Soccer podcast. Hosts Justin Borrow, Chengaiz Khan and Peter Robinson tackle the latest news stories in and around the world of Canadian soccer and world football with wit, humour and a touch of insobriety. Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xinetwork Facebook: https://www.…

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Episode 43: EPL- 30 Years in the Making

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2020 34:40


On this week's very special episode of the XI Network Podcast; Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz come together in the spirit of sportsmanship to celebrate Liverpool's Premier League title 30 years in the making. The boys discuss Jurgen Klopp's managerial mastery, award an XI Network Liverpool Player of the Season, and look ahead to what's next for Liverpool FC. SOCIALS: IG: @XINetworkCA Twitter: @XINetworkCA FB: XI Network- Canada

Episode 42: EPL- Back at it Again

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 43:01


On this weeks episode of the XI Network Podcast the boys are back! On this episode they look at the dumpster fire at Arsenal, the issues with Hawkeye technology, and round of the rest of the weekends fixtures.

Episode 1: Stealing, HOF, and our Debut

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2020 74:21


Hello world! This is the first in a brand new Baseball segment hosted by Matt Di Marco and Peter Robinson. Each episode will tackle the biggest news in Baseball while adding our own opinions and reactions. This episode covers the Houston Astros sign stealing debacle, Jeter's single missed vote for an unanimous Hall of Fame induction, and why the dinosaurs voting on the HOF need to change their tune on steroids. We hope you enjoy!

Episode #41: EPL- 2020 Vision

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2020 51:12


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, the lads are back after a holiday break to discuss Mourinho’s time so far with Spurs, Mikel Arteta’s lack of an impact with Arsenal, and to assess the damage at Manchester United so far this season.

Episode #40: EPL- Merry Spursmas!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2019 28:50


On this week’s special edition of the XI Network Podcast, the lads discuss the breaking news at Spurs as Poch is out and Mourinho steps in to replace him.

Episode #39: MLS- Falling Just Short

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2019 30:56


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast the lads look back at MLS Cup and Toronto FC’s shortcomings against Seattle Sounders.

Episode #38: MLS- Winner Takes All

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2019 42:28


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, the lads look ahead to MLS Cup featuring Toronto FC and Seattle Sounders.

Episode #37: EPL- Identity Crisis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2019 65:12


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, Justin and Chengaiz discuss identity issues are Arsenal and Spurs and discuss how long United should give Olé to turn this team around.

Episode #36: MLS- The Beast has Awoken

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2019 37:26


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast the lads discuss Toronto FC’s obliteration of DC United 5-1 in Round one of the MLS Cup Playoffs.

Episode #35: MLS- Home is Where the Win is

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 41:15


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast we discuss Toronto FC’s playoff picture, look at what was a wild Decision Day, and look ahead to what Toronto FC’s biggest challenges are going forward. Quick edit: it was Copa 90 who did the documentary not Vice Sports. Link below! Copa 90 Toronto FC Derby Documentary: https://youtu.be/bSxMW-uLcvM

Episode #34: MLS- Ghost of Championship Past

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 29:21


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, the lads discuss Toronto FC’s heartbreaking loss to Montreal in the Canadian Championship Final.

Episode #33: EPL- The Wheels on the Bus

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2019 34:50


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, we discuss crisis at Spurs and whether the wheels on the Ole bus are finally falling off at United. We also discuss the dangers of drinking and driving and look ahead to the weekend fixtures.

Episode 32: MLS- From Zero to Hero

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2019 36:39


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, the lads discuss Toronto FC’s latest match against the Colorado Rapids, the first leg of the Canadian Championship Final, and Tsubasa Endoh’s latest heroics.

Episode #31: EPL- David and Goliath

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2019 28:14


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, the lads discuss week 5 of the English Premier League. They breakdown Liverpool’s unbeaten run of form, Spurs steamrolling Palace, United’s victory against Leicester, and an upset in Norwich.

Episode #30: MLS- Seeing Red

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 37:21


On this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, the lads discuss Canada's emphatic Nations League victories over Cuba and Toronto FC's current run of form with a discussion around the team’s playoff ambitions.

Episode #29: CPL- Where Do We Grow From Here?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2019 34:30


On this weeks episode of The XI Network podcast we have our first ever full Canadian Premier League edition. The lads discuss the inaugural season, the quality on the pitch so far and, how the CPL can be a driving force for developing Football talent here in Canada.

Episode #28: EPL- New Season, Who Dis?

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2019 50:53


The lads are officially back after a summer break and on this week’s episode of the XI Network Podcast, Chengaiz, Peter, and Justin are discussing the brand new Premier League Season.

Episode #27: Winless in Eight

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2019 43:44


On this week's episode of the Starting XI Podcast, Toronto FC are officially winless in eight games. Peter and Chengaiz sit down to talk about Vanney's continued misery and whether TFC should consider this year lost or is there still hope of making the playoffs yet? Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #26: 182 and Counting

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2019 33:58


Peter and Justin discuss Canada’s 3-1 loss to Mexico in the Gold Cup, the CanWNT’s 2-1 defeat to the Netherlands in the Fifa Women’s World Cup group stage, and Christine Sinclair’s 182 goal. Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #25: Going for Gold

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2019 44:23


Justin, Peter and Chengaiz return to discuss Canada getting off to a flying start at the Gold Cup the upcoming Canadian Championship, and whether or not the criticism surrounding the US Women's National Team for their conduct is warranted, after their resounding 13-0 win over Thailand in the FIFA Women's World Cup. Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #24: Where do we go from here?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2019 25:15


Justin and Peter take a quick look back at another disappointing night for Toronto FC. They discuss VAR, Toronto FC’s young prospects, and where we go from here.

Episode #23: New Guy, Same Problems?

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2019 20:38


In this week's quick and dirty Toronto FC podcast, Chengaiz, Justin and Andrae sit down and talk about new signing Omar Gonzalez, and whether or not he'll be the cure for the continued struggles in defense for the Reds. Plus, what could the club do to change the fortunes of the squad and remain in playoff contention? Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #22: Time for the Big Red Button

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2019 62:51


Justin, Peter and Chengaiz sit down to talk about the rise of Richie Laryea, Toronto FC now officially winless in five, and should we be pressing the big red button on Greg Vanney? Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #21: Zava-letting Us Down

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2019 49:10


Justin, Chengaiz and Andrae return to talk about the two losses on the bounce for Greg Vanney's boys, leaving TFC in a difficult spot ahead of DC United's visit. The lads talk tactics, formations, everyone's favourite nephew and the proper usage of the term "shithouse". Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #20: The David Miller interview

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2019 48:03


In this Starting XI Podcast special, hosts Chengaiz Khan and Peter Robinson sit down with an unsung hero of Toronto FC and the 63rd Mayor of Toronto, David Miller! David shares his thoughts about the state of the team, the CPL and how he really feels about The Legend TFC anthem. Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #19: The Late Delivery

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2019 51:50


Chengaiz, Peter, Justin, and Andrae discuss Toronto FC’s performance in Orlando and look ahead to Atlanta United away midweek. PLUS: want to win an Alejandro Pozuelo jersey? Find out how here! https://xipodcast.com/contests/win-an-alejandro-pozuelo-kit/ BONUS WORD FOR THE CONTEST IS EMBEDDED IN THE EPISODE! Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #18: An Interview with York9's Ryan Brennan

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2019 19:14


In this special edition of the Starting XI Podcast, host Chengaiz Khan sits down with Ryan Brennan, Team Manager and Head of Operations for York 9 FC, to talk about the new beginnings and the bright future of Canadian football. With the formation of York 9 FC and the Canadian Premier League, can we start to see Canada start to develop into the football powerhouse that we know it can be? Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #17: A Hair's Breadth In It

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2019 57:45


Justin returns to full-time hosting duties in this week's Starting XI: TFC where we break down the frenzy, the fury, the excitement and the questionable hairstyles that we saw during Toronto FC 4, Minnesota United 3. PLUS: want to win an Alejandro Pozuelo jersey? Find out how here! https://xipodcast.com/contests/win-an-alejandro-pozuelo-kit/ Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #16: Manchester? I hardly know her!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2019 54:27


JUSTIN RETURNS with Peter and Chengaiz to discuss the disastrous Everton 4-0 Manchester United game and preview the upcoming derby vs City. PLUS: we recap the week's Champions League results and look ahead to the semi-finals and what they hold in store. Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #15: Banned on Reddit?

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2019 50:08


In this brand new, all-TFC segment of the Starting XI podcast, Chengaiz, Peter and Andrae talk about the Seattle Sounders game, our overall performance and how to set up for this week's clash against Minnesota. PLUS: want to win an Alejandro Pozuelo jersey? Find out how here! https://xipodcast.com/contests/win-an-alejandro-pozuelo-kit/ BONUS WORD FOR THE CONTEST: fill in the blank - "Absolute ____". There's a clue in the last podcast if you need assistance. We're nice like that. Follow us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/xipodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/xipodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/XiPodcast Visit the website for our written content! https://xipodcast.com/

Episode #14: In Awe of the Size of this Lad

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2019 52:29


The Starting XI Podcast has been split! In this brand new, all-EPL podcast, Chengaiz, Peter and Andrae talk about Salah's wonderstrike against Chelsea, possible approaches for Spurs to take against Manchester City and also a recap of those all-important 1st leg UCL fixtures. PLUS: want to win an Alejandro Pozuelo jersey? Find out how here! https://xipodcast.com/contests/win-an-alejandro-pozuelo-kit/ BONUS WORD FOR THE CONTEST: fill in the blank - "Absolute ____". There's a clue in the podcast if you need assistance. We're nice like that.

Episode #13: The Dangers of Farming

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2019 77:14


Chengaiz, Peter and Andrae sit down to talk about how Liverpool edge Southampton, Heung Min Son makes history for Spurs and Toronto FC get brought down to earth by a Schweinsteiger masterclass.

Episode #12: A Pocket Full of Pozy

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 63:47


Special guest Andrae McRae returns alongside Justin, Peter and Chengaiz to discuss controversy at Chelsea, Spurs throwing it away against Liverpool and a dream debut from Alejandro Pozuelo that nobody saw coming.

Episode #11: A New Chapter

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2019 62:03


Justin and Chengaiz head into the international break with plenty of talk around their local club, Toronto FC, and the massive new signing of Alejandro Pozuelo and what it means for TFC moving forward. PLUS: fan culture, stadium etiquette and expectations for the coming season.

Episode #10: Results May VAR-y

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2019 59:10


Justin, Chengaiz and Peter recap this weekend's fixtures in the FA Cup and the Premier League with shock results for United and Chelsea. Here in the MLS, Toronto FC continue their fine start to the season but how hyped should we really be for it?

Episode #9: Anatomy of a Supporter (feat. Andrae McRae)

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2019 66:55


United come away with the result controversially in Paris only to join Spurs in having a miserable weekend in the EPL, whilst Liverpool and City march on. PLUS: our first ever guest, Andrae McRae, joins us on the podcast to talk about what it means to be a supporter of Toronto FC and Canadian football at large.

Episode #8: Bangers Only

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2019 76:18


Peter returns to the podcast with Justin and Chengaiz to discuss whether or not Liverpool are failing in their title challenge, the controversies surrounding VAR and the North London derby, as well as talking about Toronto FC's chances in the upcoming MLS season. PLUS: did Brendan Rodgers make a mistake by coming to Leicester?

Episode #7: Sorry not Sarri

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2019 41:34


Justin and Chengaiz discuss the ramifications of Kepa's bizarre behaviour in the Carabao Cup final, City's quadruple prospects, United vs Liverpool and Spurs being ever so much like Spurs against Burnley. PLUS: who replaces Claude Puel at Leicester?

Episode #6: 20/20 Vision

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2019 42:15


In this special episode: Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz recap an exciting first leg of the Champions League round of 16. In part 2, the boys discuss the FA Cup fifth round tie and look ahead to the marquee match of next weekend with possible title defining consequences, Liverpool v United.

Episode #5: A Flash in the Pan

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2019 63:34


Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz discuss the death of Sarri-ball, Liverpool's return to greatness, and the continuing roster woes at Toronto FC.

Episode #4: Burn It All Down

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2019 68:23


Join Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz as they discuss the red hot title race, United’s incredible form under Solskjær, and the dumpster fire that is Toronto FC’s off season.

Episode #3: Analogize This

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2019 68:39


Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz break down the 4th found of the FA cup; as well as some VAR controversy over the weekend and Toronto FC's difficult off season.

Episode #2: Never Unclench

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2019 78:24


Sit down with Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz as they discuss all the action from Match week 23 in the Premier League.

Episode #1: The Ball is Round

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2019 86:50


In Episode 1 Justin, Peter, and Chengaiz break down all the action from Week 22 in the Premier League as well as the January transfer window.

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