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• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux react to England's collapse vs. Argentina and THAT photo of Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal• (8:49) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies breaks down the World Cup semifinals and previews Sunday's epic final• (23:02) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman on how MLS can benefit from the recent World Cup hype• (35:49) Revs defender Ethan Kohler talks about the return of MLS as New England hosts Toronto FC on Wednesday nightSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do you make soccer more accessible for every child in America while building a system capable of producing the world's best players? Chris Wittyngham, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Benny Feilhaber tackle the biggest questions facing youth soccer, from pay-to-play and coaching standards to U.S. Soccer's role in shaping the next generation of talent.Plus, FC Dallas head coach Eric Quill reflects on helping develop Chris Richards and explains why the game needs more selfless, qualified coaches, and Chelsea's Grassroots Coordinator Terry Bobie offers an insider's perspective on how young players are developed in the English system. And the crew reveals the one change each of them would make to American youth soccer if money were no object.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
The World Cup may be over, but the countdown to 2030 has already begun. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Benny Feilhaber map out the biggest dates on the USMNT's horizon, debate Mauricio Pochettino's future, and discuss how quickly U.S. Soccer needs to appoint a permanent head coach. The crew reacts to Folarin Balogun breaking his silence on the controversy surrounding his World Cup red card, asks whether Balo has overtaken Christian Pulisic as the face of the national team, and looks ahead to a pivotal season for Pulisic at AC Milan. Plus, with MLS back in action, they assess the league's latest marquee signings and whether it has done enough to capitalize on the momentum of a home World Cup.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux react to the U.S. Men's National Team's heavy loss to Belgium in the Round of 16• (5:15) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies talks outside distractions for the USMNT and Christian Pulisic's injury exit• (22:28) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman looks ahead to what the future holds for the USMNT• (35:56) Revs forward Wilson Harris on returning to MLS, his overseas experience, and his goals in New EnglandSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola get in their feels following the USMNT's crushing World Cup Round of 16 exit to Belgium, taking stock of the team's tournament from every angle. Did Mauricio Pochettino do enough to earn another cycle? Which players enhanced their reputations on home soil, and who fell short of expectations?Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
The USMNT's 2026 FIFA World Cup came to a disappointing end after a lifeless 4-1 Round of 16 defeat to Belgium. Mauricio Pochettino's side was second best from start to finish, raising serious questions about the team's progress, mentality, and ability to compete with the world's elite.Poppy Miller, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa break down what went wrong, from Poch's lineup and in-game decisions to the performances that defined the night. The crew also discuss the lifting of Folarin Balogun's suspension, hand out player ratings, debate who should wear the captain's armband going forward, and ask whether there are any positives to take from the USMNT's 2026 World Cup campaign.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
(0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux react to the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina, Folarin Balogun's red card(10:08) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies breaks down a historic U.S. victory, previews Round of 16 showdown with Belgium(24:18) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman talks Revs' front office moves and addition of forward Wilson Harris(35:16) Revs GM and Chief Soccer Officer Chris Tierney on taking over the club's first team roster and technical staffSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola set their sights on the Round of 16 after the USMNT's convincing 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina booked a showdown with Belgium. With Folarin Balogun suspended, the crew debates whether Ricardo Pepi is the obvious choice to lead the line or if Mauricio Pochettino should consider another option.Then it's all about the Red Devils. The guys break down the projected starting XIs, identify Belgium's biggest strengths and vulnerabilities, and share their three keys to pulling off a famous victory.And Tony reflects on the 2002 USMNT squad that made the nation's only World Cup quarterfinal to date, and what this current group can learn as it looks to make history.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
Live from Recess Chicago, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa unpack the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina to clinch a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The crew breaks down Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman's clutch goals, the U.S. grinding out a knockout stage win despite going down a man, and the controversial red card shown to Balogun. Referee analyst Christina Unkel joins the show to explain the bizarre decision and whether the officials got it right. Plus, with Belgium up next, the guys look ahead to one of the USMNT's toughest tests yet and discuss what Mauricio Pochettino's side must do to keep its World Cup run alive.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
Former Revolution player Charlie Davies joins, gets us all in on World Cup soccer
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What is this umpire doing?! // 40 cents on the dollar for Jaylen Brown?! // Chad Tracy joins us to talk about how the Red Sox can keep the momentum up // Chad Tracy refuses to reveal what fan said to Duran that led to ejection // Dianna Russini attempts to get out of a ticket by name dropping // Charlie Davies gets us all in on World Cup soccer // Are we looking at Brad Stevens differently now? // How hard is it to keep secrets within a professional sports team? // Wilson Contreras surprised by ejection from game // Callers take Chad Tracy to task over chirping comments // Is Jarren Duran his own worst enemy? // Are the Patriots the team to beat in the AFC? // Where will Lebron end up? // We launch YOUR Take Grenades! // Do no teams want Jaylen Brown?! //
The knockout rounds are here! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola look ahead to the USMNT's Round of 32 showdown with Bosnia and Herzegovina, but first tip their caps to Jesse Marsch and Canada for booking their place in the Round of 16. If Mauricio Pochettino's boys gets that far, a meeting with either Senegal or Belgium awaits. Does that change things?The crew discusses the USMNT's poor record against European opposition before breaking down Bosnia's biggest strengths and their projected XIs. And with everything on the line, how many minutes Christian Pulisic should play?Then it's Mailbag time, where the crew answer your questions, including whether this USMNT could be even better in 2030 and which player has raised their stock the most at the World Cup.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux recap England-Ghana atmosphere in Foxborough, analyze USMNT's finish atop Group D• (10:29) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies breaks down positives and negatives from USMNT's 3-2 loss to Türkiye• (26:24) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman previews USMNT's Round of 32 showdown with Bosnia and Herzegovina• (34:12) Revs forward Malcolm Fry talks France-Norway, mandatory hydration breaks, and the magic of the World CupSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The USMNT's winning run at the 2026 World Cup came to an end, falling 3-2 to Türkiye in their Group D finale. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa assess the performance, debate Mauricio Pochettino's nine changes and tactical approach, and give Türkiye credit for taking the game to the co-hosts. The crew also hands out player ratings, breaks down Australia and Paraguay's fight for second place, and looks ahead to the USMNT's Round of 32 path.Plus, the guys discuss Christian Pulisic's impact off the bench and how he can help the team regain momentum ahead of the Bosnia and Herzegovina clash.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
Journalist Tony Frangie Mawad says he was in an elevator in Caracas when the first of two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela. He described to "CBS Mornings" what happened, saying when he went outside "everything was shaking."There have been weeks of protests in Albania over a luxury tourism development backed by President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner. The resort is set to rise in a protected area known for its natural beauty. Leigh Kiniry reports.Temperatures have topped 100 degrees in parts of France and the U.K. amid a record-breaking heat wave in Europe. As people seek relief, air conditioning is still a rare option. Chris Livesay reports.The three candidates New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani endorsed in New York won their congressional primaries this week. Last November, Mamdani won the mayoral race after running on a democratic socialist platform. "CBS Mornings" takes a deeper dive into what appears to be rising support for democratic socialism.The U.S. men's national team has already won their group, but they still have a chance to make history in their World Cup match against Turkey. A win on Thursday would mark the first time the team has won all three matches in the group stage. Nicole Valdes reports.Xenia is a small city in Ohio that was devastated by a powerful tornado more than 50 years ago. But the community rebounded and rebuilt. Mark Strassmann shows how it has become a symbol of perseverance.Kim Murstein and her grandma Gail Gudnick, the hosts of the popular podcast "Excuse My Grandma," tell "CBS Mornings" how the pandemic helped launch their podcast, its impact on their relationship and what they've learned from each other.The U.S. will take on Turkey on Thursday for the team's final match in the group stage. With two wins, they've already earned their spot in the next round. Charlie Davies, an analyst for CBS Sports Golazo Network, previews Thursday's match and breaks down the U.S. chances for the rest of the tournament.
WEEI brings you some of the best interviews this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. Hear from Chad Tracy, Sean McAdam, Ty Law, Rob Bradford, and Charlie Davies!
WEEI brings you some of the best interviews this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. Hear from Chad Tracy, Sean McAdam, Ty Law, Rob Bradford, and Charlie Davies!
WEEI brings you some of the best interviews this week from The Greg Hill Show, Jones & Keefe, and Rich and Ken with Ted Johnson. Hear from Chad Tracy, Sean McAdam, Ty Law, Rob Bradford, and Charlie Davies!
The USMNT are through to the World Cup knockout stage, but Mauricio Pochettino's biggest decisions may still lie ahead. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, Marcelo Balboa, and Australia's public enemy No. 1, Mike Grella, react to a historic victory over the Socceroos. The crew breaks down the standout performances, the impact of Christian Pulisic's absence, debate the two-striker system, identify the biggest winners and losers from the night, and look ahead to the game against Türkiye. Plus, fans check in from Seattle and Boston, and Grella takes his victory lap to the chagrin of a whole continent!Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
The USMNT can take a giant step toward winning Group D in Friday's clash against Australia. Should Mauricio Pochettino stick to his winning formula or rotate his squad? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola preview the clash, breaking down the Socceroos' impressive win over Türkiye, where they can trouble the World Cup co-hosts, and the key matchups that could decide the game. Plus, with Christian Pulisic still nursing a calf injury, who should replace him in the starting lineup? And finally, the guys open the World Cup mailbag to answer your biggest questions.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
Charlie Davies fills us in on what the World Cup means to fans and players
Boston bartenders clean up as World Cup fans invade Boston // The top MLB executives under the most pressure // Charlie Davies fills us in on what the World Cup means to fans and players // Wiggy's Top 5 QB's of all time //
Red Sox once again drop one at home // Paul Pierce is OUT on Giannis to Boston // Doc Rivers thinks Boston makes sense for Giannis // How the Christian Gonzalez contract is playing out // Tier 1 Turp on the dynamics of supermax contracts in roster construction // Should the Celtics split up the J's? // Ranking the last 8 NBA Champions // Are the Knicks the newest NBA Dynasty? // Boston bartenders clean up as World Cup fans invade Boston // The top MLB executives under the most pressure // Charlie Davies fills us in on what the World Cup means to fans and players // Wiggy's Top 5 QB's of all time // Does Paul Pierce being out on Giannis sway you one way or the other? // You'll never believe the updated Kalshi Giannis destination odds // Another caller on caller crime incident //
The USMNT is off to a dream start at the home World Cup following a statement 4-1 win over Paraguay, and the Call It What You Want crew breaks it all down. Live from the Power & Light District in Kansas City, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Benny Feilhaber, Chris Wittyngham, Kelley O'Hara, and countless ecstatic U.S. fans react to an incredible night where Folarin Balogun scored twice and Gio Reyna capped things off in style. The crew discusses the vibes around Mauricio Pochettino's team, Christian Pulisic's precautionary exit, and what's left to come in Group D. How much can we read into this opening statement? Are we getting carried away? Or is this just the start of deep run in the tournament?Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux react to the World Cup's opening matches, talk Christian Pulisic's importance to USMNT• (9:42) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies breaks down early World Cup matches, discusses expectations for USMNT• (24:57) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman on Revs' return to training, top storylines as World Cup gets underway• (35:02) Boston Globe lead soccer writer Frank Dell'Apa on preparing to cover an eighth World Cup, Scotland-Haiti in FoxboroSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola check in on USMNT opponents Paraguay ahead of Friday's Group D opener, breaking down the latest team news (4:58), the keys to victory, and whether Chris Richards should be in Mauricio Pochettino's starting XI (12:59).Then it's time for a World Cup mailbag as the crew answers your biggest USMNT questions, including the team's most underrated players (30:09), the best partner for Christian Pulisic (41:42), how US Soccer can maximize the tournament's impact (52:41), the coaches and matchups they're most excited about, and much more (56:39).Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
The final tune-up is in the books, and now all eyes turn to the World Cup. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break discuss the positives and negatives from the USMNT's 2-1 loss to Germany. The guys examine the team's response to conceding an early goal, Antonee Robinson's spectacular equalizer, and the encouraging signs shown against one of the world's top teams. They also discuss the less convincing aspects of the display, including sloppy stretches in possession and a lack of precision in the final third.Rafa Honigstein joins to offer his perspective on the match, Germany's performance, and how Mauricio Pochettino's side is viewed heading into the World Cup. And, to end on a positive, Antonee Robinson insists his injury isn't serious. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux react to USMNT's 3-2 win over Senegal, PSG's title repeat in Champions League final• (10:45) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies offers takeaways from USMNT's win over Senegal, previews Saturday's friendly vs. Germany• (23:39) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman talks Matt Turner's performance vs. Senegal, excitement ahead of World Cup kickoff• (35:36) FIFA World Cup veteran and ESPN analyst Shaka Hislop on this year's favorites, dark horses, and potential breakout playersSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
With just days to go until the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola preview Saturday's friendly against Germany, but first, they look back at some of the most memorable send-off matches in USMNT history, beginning with the iconic 1-0 win over Mexico before the 1994 World Cup. The guys discuss Sergiño Dest's praise for Sunday's crowd in Charlotte and the importance of home-field advantage going into the tournament. How can the U.S. expose Die Mannschaft? The guys talk tactical matchups, defensive weaknesses, and players to watch.Plus, Ricardo Pepi's evolution at PSV, the battle for the No. 9 spot, and the crew's projected USMNT starting XI for Saturday's showdown.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
The USMNT impressed in Sunday's thrilling 3-2 win over Senegal, but how much should fans read into a friendly result? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss the biggest positives from the victory, and debate whether expectations for Mauricio Pochettino's side should change heading into the World Cup (4:15). Plus, with Group D just 10 days away from kicking off, the guys react to the final rosters announced by Australia, Paraguay, and Türkiye to assess how the U.S. stacks up against its World Cup opposition (15:15).Then, US Soccer CEO and Secretary General JT Batson joins to discuss Matt Crocker's departure, Mauricio Pochettino's long-term future with the national team, and how U.S. Soccer will define success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup (22:01).And finally, the crew breaks down the knockout-stage permutations and maps out the potential paths awaiting the USMNT in the Round of 32 (47:18).Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/Watch UEFA Champions League, xx Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+
The USMNT finally gets back in the win column, but what did we really learn from a wild 3-2 victory over Senegal? Live from The Quin, in Boston, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa break down a confidence-boosting performance in the Red, White, and Blues' penultimate tune-up before the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Christian Pulisic snapped a 22-game goal drought, Sergiño Dest opened the scoring, and Folarin Balogun delivered the winner. Plus, Ricardo Pepi and Malik Tillman had statement performances against the Teranga Lions. The guys react to Mauricio Pochettino's decision to make 10 halftime changes and debate which players have locked down spots in the USMNT's strongest starting XI. With one friendly remaining before the World Cup kicks off on home soil, are the pieces finally starting to come together? Plus, player ratings from top to bottom, concerns at the back despite the victory, and a full assessment of Pochettino's tactics and formation. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux analyze Revs' position at World Cup break, Mauricio Pochettino's delivery of USMNT roster news• (9:15) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies reacts to USMNT World Cup roster drop, talks surprise omissions and inclusions• (25:58) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman breaks down where the Revs stand heading into two-month break• (37:28) Apple TV and TNT analyst Brian Dunseth offers his take on the USMNT roster and Pochettino's place in the newsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
With the World Cup not even started yet, Mauricio Pochettino has allegedly been in talks about another job. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to reports linking the U.S. head coach to the AC Milan vacancy and debate whether the timing could become a distraction for the squad. The guys also celebrate Chris Richards capping off a remarkable year by helping Crystal Palace lift the UEFA Conference League trophy, then look at the growing list of Americans set for Europa League football next season. After Tuesday's roster reveal, the crew digs deeper into Pochettino's vision for the USMNT midfield and how the manager may be building around his central options. Plus, Tony unveils his World Cup depth chart and breaks down the pecking order at every position. Then, attention turns to Sunday's showdown with Senegal - the hosts' penultimate game before the World Cup begins. What kind of problems do the Lions of Teranga present, and are the Stars and Stripes ready for one of their toughest tests before the tournament kicks off? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With the World Cup just 16 days away, the wait is finally over: Mauricio Pochettino has named his 26-man squad for the World Cup on home soil! Poppy Miller, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Benny Feilhaber react to every major decision as the roster for the biggest tournament in modern USMNT history is officially revealed, and the pressure surrounding this group ahead of the World Cup's return to U.S. soil for the first time since 1994. The crew breaks down Pochettino's squad line-by-line, debates the strongest possible starting XI, and examines how players like Weston McKennie can help the U.S. handle the enormous expectations that come with a home tournament. The guys also react to the controversial revelation that some players were informed of their omission via email rather than a phone call, before discussing the notable absences of Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann. Plus, with Gio Reyna headed to his second World Cup, Jimmy shares a personal message for the talented playmaker as he looks to seize his moment on the sport's biggest stage. And to close the show, we hear from Sergiño Dest and Alejandro Zendejas on the excitement, nerves, and responsibility of representing the Red, White and Blue at a home World Cup! Poppy Miller, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Benny Feilhaber Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
• (0:00) DJ Bean and Jeff Lemieux talk Revs ahead of World Cup break, dissect drama in EFL Championship playoff final• (9:13) CBS Sports analyst Charlie Davies reacts to Arsenal winning EPL title, previews Championship Sunday storylines• (23:27) Revolution play-by-play man Brad Feldman previews Saturday night's rematch with Charlotte FC• (34:57) Revs winger Griffin Yow reflects on his decision to return to MLS, analyzes Revolution's early-season successSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
After projecting Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup roster in the last, this time Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa step into the hot seat themselves. The guys build their strongest possible 26-man USMNT squads for the 2026 World Cup, debating difficult omissions, surprise inclusions, and what the ideal balance looks like for a team hosting the biggest tournament in the sport. Marcelo reflects on the 1994 World Cup squad, sharing stories about how Bora Milutinović transformed a squad filled with free agents and underdogs into a team capable of getting out of the group on home soil. How does this current generation compare to the teams that followed? The crew ranks the best USMNT World Cup squads since 1994 and debates where today's team stacks up historically. Plus, the guys preview the final weekend of action for Americans abroad. And stateside, four teams remain in the hunt for the US Open Cup - who will lift the trophy and claim a place in tournament history? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's concerning news to start the show as Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to Chris Richards' poorly-timed ankle sprain and what it could mean for the USMNT's backline heading into the World Cup (05:29). Does Mauricio Pochettino commit to a back three no matter what? And should fans be worried about Brenden Aaronson's fitness with 24 days to go until the Paraguay match (18:54)? With Pep Guardiola reportedly leaving Manchester City at the end of the season, should US Soccer consider hiring him ahead of the next World Cup cycle (25:53)? The guys take stock of how American players performed in the 2025/26 Bundesliga season (43:31). And there's a lively debate on whether Gio Reyna should or shouldn't make the 26-man roster (50:01)! Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Producer's Note: This episode ends with the crew's reaction to Atlético Madrid confirming that Johnny Cardoso suffered a high-grade ankle sprain. The news broke during the show, which is why the opening discussion around Atlético's Champions League semifinal exit does not mention the injury or its potential World Cup implications. Jimmy Conrad, Tony Meola, and (eventually) Charlie Davies discuss Liga MX's dominance over MLS in the Concacaf Champions Cup following Nashville and LAFC's elimination from the competition. Staying in Mexico, the guys react to Javier Aguirre threatening to leave Liga MX players off his World Cup squad unless they report for a month-long national team camp. USMNT legend Clint Mathis joins to reflect on his 2002 World Cup heroics, almost joining Bayern Munich, and playing with a chip on his shoulder. And the crew reacts to breaking news out of Spain as Atletico Madrid confirm Johnny Cardoso has suffered a high-grade ankle sprain. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With just 21 days until Mauricio Pochettino names his 26-man World Cup squad, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the latest performances shaping the roster race. Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi keep finding the net, Sergiño Dest makes his long-awaited return from injury, and Alex Freeman continues to seize his moment with UCL-bound Villarreal. But it's not all positive with Alex Zendejas' form taking a poorly-timed dip. As the countdown intensifies, the crew dives into the mindset of players on the bubble and debates whether the roster is already decided behind closed doors. Then, former co-host Jesse Marsch returns to discuss Canada's World Cup preparations, managing expectations, and what this moment means north of the border. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Johnny Cardoso stepped onto the UEFA Champions League semifinal stage, and didn't look out of place. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa break down his standout performance against Arsenal and ask the big question: has he done enough to lock in a starting spot at the World Cup? Then, Tom Bogert joins to unpack growing concerns in Vancouver. With fears mounting over the Whitecaps' future, what would losing the club mean for Canadian soccer and MLS. And what comes next amid the #SaveTheCaps movement? Plus, LAFC takes control against Toluca in the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinal, but frustration is brewing over scheduling. And the crew reacts to the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal draw. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola look back on a weekend filled with notable milestones for the likes of Mathis Albert, Joe Scally, and Alex Freeman. With Christian Pulisic on a 16-game run without scoring in Serie A, the guys discuss whether Max Allegri's tactics are to blame or if something deeper is at play. Then, former USMNT captain Carlos Bocanegra joins to discuss his newly-launched youth club Atlanta FC, his thoughts on the current national team's backline, and his expectations for the 2026 World Cup. And the guys talk movers and shakers in their projected 26-man roster. Does Matt Turner's form in MLS warrant a starting spot? Will Gio Reyna and/or Diego Luna crack Mauricio Pochettino's list? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Clint Dempsey headlines a good-to-great episode, but first Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Benny Feilhaber get to the mystery of Tony Meola's whereabouts and react to Türkiye star Arda Güler being shut down for the rest of the club season. The crew also breaks down a busy midweek for Americans abroad. Benny wonders how Mauricio Pochettino might shape the USMNT midfield, and if there is a logical case for benching Christian Pulisic at the World Cup... Then, it's time to hear from USMNT legend Clint Dempsey who opens up about his new docuseries “You Don't Know Where I'm From Dawg,” and doesn't hold back on the current state of youth soccer, Poch's substitutions, and his thoughts about the team's chances at the World Cup. Plus, the guys try to make sense of a wild night in MLS where defending was optional, and look ahead to the weekend's slate of games. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss Pellegrino Matarazzo's historic win over Atletico Madrid in the Copa Del Rey final - is the New Jersey native destined to coach the USMNT one day? Haji Wright clinched promotion with Coventry, but can he cut it in the Premier League? The crew discusses Malik Tillman dropping down Leverkusen's pecking order, and what it could mean for his hopes of starting in the World Cup. And with Tim Ream picking up a groin injury over the weekend, the guys do a deep dive on what the USMNT's pool of centerbacks actually looks like. Plus, it's time to revisit the projected USMNT World Cup roster. Who is the third goalkeeper? Is there a spot for Gio Reyna? And is Diego Luna ahead of Alex Zendejas? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola return with a deeper dive into the fallout from Matt Crocker's sudden exit as U.S. Soccer sporting director, moving beyond the breaking news to unpack what the role actually demands, why progress on youth development has stalled, and whether anyone can truly fix one of American soccer's most persistent problems (03:08). From there, the guys discuss the U.S. Open Cup's chaotic and cupset-filled Round of 32 (31:40), a historic night in Mexico as Nashville became the first MLS side to win at the Estadio Azteca, and whether LAFC are now the team to beat in the Concacaf Champions Cup (40:32). Plus, shockwaves in South Florida as Javier Mascherano exits Inter Miami - what's really going on behind the scenes (49:04)? where Americans take center stage in the Copa del Rey final: can Pellegrino Matarazzo lead Real Sociedad to glory, or will Johnny Cardoso's Atletico Madrid cap off an incredible week after booking their place in the Champions League semifinals (1:00:37)? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to the bombshell news that Matt Crocker is leaving his role as U.S. Soccer's sporting director with immediate effect - right before the start of a home World Cup - to take a similar position with the Saudi Arabian Football Federation. The crew discuss the strange timing, potential candidates to fill the role, and the bad optics ahead of a pivotal time for the USMNT. In brighter news, Folarin Balogun can't stop scoring in Ligue 1. With the Monaco striker on a seven-game hot streak, what can Pochettino do to better unlock him? Plus, teenagers are tearing up MLS, and the presumptive big boys enter the U.S. Open Cup at the Round of 32 stage! Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
With 47 days to go until the USMNT's World Cup roster drops, Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola open the mailbag - Charlie Davies eventually shows up, fashionably late as always. Tony addresses the week's gut-punching news: Patrick Agyemang is out of the World Cup (03:05). Then, the guys dive into your questions. What changes are needed before facing Paraguay in the opening game (09:23)? Would Gio Reyna's inclusion in the squad disrupt harmony (12:09)? Which legend from a past era does the current team need most (16:58)? What should the Pochettino succession plan look like (23:58)? Should Poch take a last-minute flyer on RSL's Zavier Gozo (36:49)? Tony reflects on the making of the USMNT's 1990 World Cup anthem "Victory" (38:54). The crew discuss their favorite youth soccer memories, and share advice for soccer parents (48:49). And, Liga MX teams take the upper hand in the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals, but can an MLS side upset the apple cart (57:25)? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Patrick Agyemang's dream of a home World Cup is over. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa react to the Derby striker's ruptured Achilles (04:22), and break down what his absence means for Mauricio Pochettino's roster plans heading into the summer (11:04). The crew ties a bow on the March window (14:05): who helped their case, who hurt it (22:44), and whether Pochettino tinkered too much with a squad that had real momentum coming into camp. Is Johnny Cardoso a lock? Has the book closed on Gio Reyna? And do Alex Zendejas and Diego Luna still have a realistic shot at the 26-man squad? (27:07) Plus, Charlie tips his hat to Folarin Balogun's latest highlight-reel moment (49:05), and the guys debate the whether Weston McKennie has surpassed Christian Pulisic as the team's MVP (55:25). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
After a 2-0 defeat to Portugal, more questions than answers surround Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down a frustrating night and a March camp defined by constant tinkering, with tactics, personnel, and, most notably, a back four that still isn't convincing this close to the World Cup. There were bright spots - Auston Trusty made the most of his opportunity - but who else helped or hurt their case with the roster deadline looming? The guys debate the biggest selection dilemmas and build their ideal XI for the opener against Paraguay. Despite back-to-back losses, Pochettino and Christian Pulisic are striking a positive tone… but is that optimism justified, or a warning sign? Plus, Türkiye punch their ticket to Group D - are they the immediate favorites to top it? And what did Pochettino really mean by saying his squad doesn't feature “top 100” players? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The vibes are… complicated. After a sobering 5-2 loss to Belgium, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola regroup to unpack what went wrong, starting with a sharper reassessment of Johnny Cardoso's first half and what it means for his role moving forward. The guys also take a closer look at Matt Turner and dig into what Mauricio Pochettino may (and may not) have learned from a night where intensity was a major question. From there, the focus shifts to Christian Pulisic, who reaches the 10-year mark with the United States men's national soccer team. But it's not just a celebration as the crew weighs his current goal drought with the national team. Then it's on to the final dress rehearsal. The USMNT faces Portugal national football team, a side missing stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Rafael Leão, but still loaded with quality. The crew dives into Roberto Martínez's setup and talks through what Pochettino's projected XI could look like with roster decisions looming. One last test. Big calls ahead. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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