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Mauricio Pochettino is staying with the USMNT through 2030. David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle react to U.S. Soccer's decision, what Pochettino's new contract means for the future of the national team, and whether he'll see out the full deal.Plus, Robert Lewandowski continues to make his mark with the Chicago Fire, Evander stars for FC Cincinnati, and the crew reacts to the biggest storylines from another wild MLS weekend before looking ahead to Leagues Cup.0:00 Intro4:36 Pochettino Stays with USMNT Through 203019:37 Evander Takes Over for FC Cincinnati23:34 D.C. United Stuns Nashville29:48 Robert Lewandowski Leads Chicago Fire37:35 Philadelphia Union's Incredible Comeback41:02 Columbus, Inter Miami & Max Arfsten's Move48:24 Portland Timbers Stay Hot, Seattle Slides1:01:46 Vancouver Ownership & MLS Commissioner Update1:09:33 Ice Cream Shop | Transfer News1:26:17 Leagues Cup Preview
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're catching up on some recent MLS and World soccer news. We start off by covering FIFA's disastrous FFE idea. Next we talk about the future of MLS, including the leading candidates for Don Garber's replacement, potential roster rule changes, and more. Lastly, we talk about Max Arfsten's and Sebastian Berhalter's move to Middlesbrough, and you know how we feel about Middlesbrough. Let us know your thoughts!#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #Son #leaguescupRecorded on: 8/1/2026 Let us know your thoughts and if we got it right or right! Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.comFollow the Pod on Social Media!Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designated_players_podcast_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDPPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedppodHave a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know!Support the show
Inter Miami will feel like this was a missed opportunity.The Herons welcomed back Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul after the World Cup break, while Casemiro made his home debut in front of the Chase Stadium crowd. Miami appeared to be on its way to a huge victory over the Columbus Crew before conceding a heartbreaking late equalizer, settling for a disappointing 2-2 draw.On this episode of Battered Herons, we break down everything that happened, including the impact of Messi and De Paul's return, Casemiro's performance in his home debut, Guillermo Hoyos' tactical decisions, and what this result means moving forward.#InterMiami #BatteredHerons #Messi #Casemiro #RodrigoDePaul #ColumbusCrew #MLS #InterMiamiCF #GuillermoHoyos #Postgame #MiamiSoccer #Herons #MLS2026 #Soccer #Football
In this episode of the Drive Pink Dialogue podcast, Scotty and Saur discuss Inter Miami's 2-2 draw against the Columbus Crew, Luis Suárez, Casemiro, Rocco Ríos Novo, and Lionel Messi, what went right, how Guillermo Hoyos managed the game, and as always, they give out some awards.
In this Instant Reaction with the Drive Pink Dialogue, Scotty reacts to Inter Miami's MLS match vs the Columbus Crew, take in the moment with the fans, and interact with the chat. All emotion.
UEFA's 55 member associations have voted to boycott all FIFA competitions if Gianni Infantino's plan to bring private investors into FIFA's commercial operations goes ahead. Jamie Rudd breaks down the fight over who controls the World Cup, remembers AC Milan and Italy legend Franco Baresi, and covers Chelsea's wild 6-4 win, the latest Rodri-to-Real Madrid reports, the Chelsea-Tottenham Sydney Super Cup, and Lionel Messi's return to Inter Miami training.Subscribe for Premier League, MLS and Champions League coverage.AI was used for news gathering and production assistance.#UEFA #FIFA #WorldCup #FrancoBaresi #ACMilan #Chelsea #Tottenham #Rodri #Messi #InterMiami #Football #SoccerAI gave us an assist in the creation of today's podcast, but the hat trick is our own.
¡Bienvenidos a un directo muy especial del Daily Show de Fútbol de Primera Radio! Hoy el mundo del balón se viste de luto por la dolorosa partida de Franco Baresi a sus 66 años. Repasamos el legado de Il Capitano, leyenda que jugó toda su carrera en el AC Milan ganando 6 Scudettos y 3 Champions, con el dorsal 6 retirado y campeón del mundo con Italia en 1982. En la Liga MX, analizamos la jornada y la carrera del club Tigres por encontrar a su nuevo director técnico tras la salida de Guido Pizarro. En el plano dirigencial, estalla la polémica con el proyecto de Infantino en la FIFA: la FMF y México respaldan al presidente de la FIFA a pesar de que Concacaf emitió un duro comunicado en contra. Además, vivimos la presentación oficial de Casemiro con el Inter Miami y repasamos el mercado europeo con la llegada de Carlos Espí al Real Madrid para suplir a Gonzalo García. ¡Acompáñanos en vivo!¡Dale LIKE a la transmisión, SUSCRÍBETE al canal de Fútbol de Primera y déjanos tus palabras de homenaje para Franco Baresi en los comentarios!
It's been a busy week for Inter Miami!On this episode of Battered Herons, we break down Casemiro's introductory event with Inter Miami season ticket holders, where the club officially welcomed one of the biggest signings in franchise history.We'll also discuss the surprising news that Lionel Messi has returned to training earlier than expected, what that could mean for his availability, and whether Inter Miami could have their captain back sooner than anticipated.Finally, we preview one of the biggest matches of the MLS season as the Herons prepare to face the Columbus Crew this weekend.#InterMiami #Messi #Casemiro #ColumbusCrew #InterMiamiCF #MLS #GuillermoHoyos #MLS2026 #Soccer #Football #Miami #LionelMessi #MatchPreview #MiamiSoccer
Hey, soccer fans! Time to shake off the Chicago Fire's two-game losing streak to Inter Miami and New York City FC and get ready to start a win streak against Charlotte FC this weekend at Soldier Field. The Men in Red look to right the ship against an Eastern Conference opponent coming in with good form. Tune in as Nick breaks down the players to watch, the possible tactics and lineups for each team, and his predictions for the match. Nick also breaks down advanced goalkeeping and defensive stats in a comparison of starting goalkeepers Chris Brady and Kristijan Kahlina. Brady is one of the best 'keepers in Major League Soccer when it comes to Clean Sheets Earned this year, but Kahlina has been one of the best in MLS over the last several seasons, despite a downturn in production this year. Tune in and join the conversation! Make sure you like & subscribe, rate & review, and keep growing the show. Follow the Fire on SportSpyder. Connect on social media: Twitter - Facebook - Instagram - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today's episode leads with Son Heung-min scoring twice in the opening 23 minutes as the MLS All-Stars beat Liga MX 4-3 in Charlotte. Son won MVP in the game Lionel Messi skipped, linking up with Carles Gil while MLS held off a late comeback. Second story: Messi returned to Inter Miami training ten days after Argentina lost the World Cup final. Third story: Liverpool beat Wrexham 1-0 at Yankee Stadium, with 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha scoring in the 75th minute in front of more than 42,000 fans. It was Liverpool's second straight preseason win under new manager Andoni Iraola after a 4-2 win over Sunderland.Subscribe for Premier League, MLS & Champions League coverage.AI was used for news gathering and production assistance.#Son #MLSAllStar #LigaMX #Messi #InterMiami #CarlesGil #Ngumoha #Liverpool #Wrexham #Iraola #Sunderland #Preseason #WorldCup2026 #Football #Soccer #CalorogaSharkMediaAI gave us an assist in the creation of today's podcast, but the hat trick is our own.
We discuss when Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will return to the team's lineup, plus Casemiro's debut and an update on the health of German Berterame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're preparing for the Leagues Cup, which for those unfamiliar, is a cup competition involving teams from both MLS and Liga MX! In this episode we will be making predictions for phase one, specifically the western teams this episode. For predictions for the remaining teams, give the last episode a listen. We've gone through each team and listed their current position in the standings and one player to watch, and some of their recent "big signings". Let us know what you think of our predictions! Also, keep an eye out for the knockout stage predictions coming soon.#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #adRecorded on: 7/27/2025 Let us know your thoughts and if we got it right or right! Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.comFollow the Pod on Social Media!Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designated_players_podcast_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDPPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedppodHave a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know!Support the show
In this episode of the Drive Pink Dialogue podcast, Scotty and Saur discuss the expectations for Inter Miami in the Leagues Cup, how they would approach lineup selection, and what's the latest in the transfer window.
We discuss when Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul will return to the team's lineup, plus Casemiro's debut and an update on the health of German Berterame.
Hey, soccer fans! Are the Chicago Fire in panic mode? Should they be? After dropping two straight matches to Inter Miami (without Messi and de Paul) and New York City FC (with Matt Freese), the Men in Red seem to be in free-fall. Nick breaks down their mental issues, individual performances, tactical failings, and organizational fumbles. Nick also looks at advanced stats to analyze the performance of the Chicago Fire's central midfielder pair of Dje D'Avilla and Anton Saletros. Despite early signs of success, the midfield has become a black-hole for the Fire with their starting double-pivot failing to contribute on offense and becoming a defensive liability. Tune in and join the conversation! Make sure you like & subscribe, rate & review, and keep growing the show. Follow the Fire on SportSpyder. Connect on social media: Twitter - Facebook - Instagram - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Inter Miami are rolling, and there's no shortage of storylines! ⚽Ashley and Gian hosted another LIVE episode of Messi & Co where we broke down everything from Inter Miami's latest MLS success to Messi's World Cup final.
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros return to process the full-force return of Major League Soccer following the World Cup break. Christian kicks off the show with a hilarious and relatable personal story about taking his 3.5-year-old son to his first competitive soccer class 1v1s. The hosts then dive into the latest blockbusters across MLS, analyzing Casemiro's 1-0 debut for Inter Miami as a physical midfield anchor, Antoine Griezmann's immediate scoring spark for Orlando City, and Christian's in-person breakdown of Robert Lewandowski's debut for the Chicago Fire against NYCFC. Next, Angel City FC forward Riley Tiernan joins the podcast for a fun, wide-ranging interview. The NWSL sophomore shares her journey from an unsigned trialist to team top scorer, explaining how getting passed over initially fueled her "dog" mentality on the pitch. Riley also details her commitment to Rutgers in 8th grade, breaks down her viral Flying Dutchman order at In-N-Out, discusses her U.S. U-23 national team call-up, and reacts to a viral post-match meme. To close out the episode, Christian and Alexis inject a heavy dose of "hopamine" as they turn their focus toward rebuilding the USMNT for 2030. The hosts highlight six rising American youth prospects who could transform the national team's core—including Philadelphia Union's Cavan Sullivan and 6'6" center back Neil Pierre, dual-national defender Noahkai Banks, Orlando's Justin Ellis, RSL playmaker Zavier Gozo, and Chelsea goalkeeper Gaga Slonina. Timestamps: (00:00) — Toddler Soccer Battles: Christian's Son Faces 1v1 Drama (09:16) — Casemiro's Inter Miami Debut: Replacing Sergio Busquets (18:46) — Antoine Griezmann Hits the Ground Running in Orlando (22:24) — Watching Robert Lewandowski Live: Chicago Fire vs. NYCFC (27:00) — Riley Tiernan Interview: NWSL Rise, In-N-Out Secret Menu & Jersey Pride (52:27) — USMNT Hopamine: 6 Young Prospects for the 2030 World Cup Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're preparing for the Leagues Cup, which for those unfamiliar, is a cup competition involving teams from both MLS and Liga MX! In this episode we will be making predictions for phase one, specifically the eastern teams this episode. For predictions for the remaining teams, give the next episode a listen. We've gone through each team and listed their current position in the standings and one player to watch, and some of their recent signings. Let us know what you think of our predictions! Also, keep an eye out for the knockout stage predictions coming soon.#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #adRecorded on: 7/26/2026 Let us know your thoughts and if we got it right or right! Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.comFollow the Pod on Social Media!Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designated_players_podcast_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDPPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedppodHave a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know!Support the show
It's official—Casemiro is an Inter Miami player!One of the greatest defensive midfielders of his generation has arrived in South Florida, but now comes the big question...Where does he fit?On this episode of Battered Herons, we break down every possible role Casemiro could play under Guillermo Hoyos and build our ideal Inter Miami Starting XI.#InterMiami #Casemiro #InterMiamiCF #MLS #GuillermoHoyos #LuisSuarez #GermanBerterame #MLS2026 #Soccer #Football #Miami #Tactics #StartingXI #MLSNews
Today's Sunday episode covers four big stories. Lead with Jurgen Klopp taking the Germany national team job — a four-year deal through 2030, coming out of a two-year retirement after Germany's World Cup penalty shootout loss to Paraguay on home soil. Second story: the transfer window keeps moving — Tottenham finally spending on Sandro Tonali, Andy Robertson and Mateus Fernandes; Bournemouth holding firm at £70M for Alex Scott and blocking Arsenal and Manchester United; and Marc Cucurella leaving Chelsea for Real Madrid. Third story: Inter Miami beat Montreal 1-0 without Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez scoring an 81st-minute penalty while Messi rests post-World Cup final. Closer: the Sydney Super Cup is this week — Chelsea vs Spurs on August 1st, featuring Xabi Alonso's Chelsea, Morgan Rogers' debut and Tonali's Spurs.Subscribe for Premier League, MLS & Champions League coverage.AI was used for news gathering and production assistance.#Klopp #Germany #DFB #WorldCup2026 #Tottenham #Tonali #Arsenal #ManUnited #Bournemouth #AlexScott #Cucurella #Chelsea #RealMadrid #InterMiami #Messi #Suarez #MLS #SydneySuperCup #Chelsea #Spurs #Alonso #Football #Soccer #CalorogaSharkMediaAI gave us an assist in the creation of today's podcast, but the hat trick is our own.
Inter Miami makes it two wins in two matches since returning from the World Cup break!The Herons defeated CF Montréal 1-0 in a hard-fought road victory despite once again being without Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul. The night also marked the long-awaited Inter Miami debut of Casemiro, who immediately brought leadership, composure, and stability to the midfield.Unfortunately, the celebration was overshadowed by a frightening injury to Germán Berterame, who had to be taken off the field in an ambulance. Everyone at Battered Herons sends their best wishes for a full and speedy recovery.Join us live as we break down another important victory for Inter Miami!#InterMiami #BatteredHerons #Casemiro #GermanBerterame #CFMontreal #InterMiamiCF #MLS #GuillermoHoyos #LuisSuarez #PostgameReaction #MiamiSoccer #Herons #MLS2026 #Soccer #Football
¡Las Garzas siguen en gran momento!Inter Miami consiguió su segunda victoria consecutiva desde el regreso del parón por la Copa del Mundo al derrotar 1-0 al CF Montréal como visitante.La noche estuvo marcada por el esperado debut de Casemiro, quien mostró desde sus primeros minutos la jerarquía y el equilibrio que puede aportar al mediocampo del equipo de Guillermo Hoyos.Sin embargo, la alegría del triunfo quedó opacada por la preocupante lesión de Germán Berterame, quien tuvo que abandonar el terreno de juego en ambulancia. Desde Las Garzas le deseamos una pronta y completa recuperación.¡Acompáñanos EN VIVO para analizar todo lo que dejó esta importante victoria de Inter Miami!#InterMiami #Casemiro #GermanBerterame #CFMontreal #InterMiamiCF #MLS #GuillermoHoyos #Fútbol #Futbol #Miami #Reacción #PostPartido #MLS2026 #FútbolEnEspañol
In this Instant Reaction with the Drive Pink Dialogue, Scotty and Saur react to Inter Miami's MLS match at CF Montréal, take in the moment with the fans, and interact with the chat. All emotion.
In this episode of the Drive Pink Dialogue podcast, Scotty and Saur discuss Inter Miami's 1-0 win over CF Montréal, Luis Suárez, Casemiro, Micael, and Yannick Bright, what went right, how Guillermo Hoyos managed the game, and as always, they give out some awards.
As the final minutes ticked away in a disappointing 4-1 loss to Belgium on July 6 that knocked the U.S. men's national team out of the World Cup, Fox play-by-play announcer John Strong made a direct plea to his television audience of 30 million Americans. “If you've enjoyed what you're seeing, well, support your local team,” Strong said from Seattle's Lumen Field, packed with a sellout crowd of 66,925—more than double the average attendance of 31,000 across the Seattle Sounders' first six Major League Soccer games this season at the same stadium. “This doesn't have to be the last soccer you watch for the last four years. It's a beautiful sport.” Often an afterthought both among top-tier global soccer leagues and in the U.S. professional sports scene, MLS has long viewed this summer's World Cup on U.S. soil as an inflection point for a new phase of growth, with help from Lionel Messi, the biggest star in the league's history. On Sunday, the 39-year-old superstar will lead Argentina into the World Cup final against Spain while seeking to lock up the Golden Boot as the tournament's top scorer. On Wednesday, Messi's Inter Miami will restart its season after MLS's seven-week World Cup break. By Hank Tucker, Forbes Staff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Joe Rose and Dave Hyde debate which South Florida team has the best chance to win a championship, breaking down the outlook for the Florida Panthers, Miami Heat, Miami Hurricanes, and Inter Miami. The guys also discuss who deserves the title of the best athlete in South Florida, with Aleksander Barkov entering the conversation after his success with the Panthers. Plus, the conversation takes a turn into reality TV as Joe shares his love for The Real Housewives of Atlanta and the crew breaks down their favorite reality shows.
Hour 3 features Joe Rose and Dave Hyde debating which South Florida team has the best chance to win a championship, breaking down the outlook for the Florida Panthers, Miami Heat, Miami Hurricanes, and Inter Miami. The guys also discuss who deserves the title of South Florida's best athlete, with Panthers star Aleksander Barkov entering the conversation, before taking a detour into reality TV and Joe's love for The Real Housewives of Atlanta. The conversation then shifts to the Dolphins, as Joe and Dave explain why Miami's rebuild will require patience, discussing the questions surrounding the offense, the loss of talent from last season, and how the team's dead cap situation creates challenges heading into the year. While the Dolphins may not match last season's success, the crew explains why the franchise is rebuilding the right way under the new regime and why it will take time to build a consistent winner. Plus, the guys discuss the Marlins' nine-game losing streak, Jakob Marsee's struggles in center field, and the latest headlines surrounding Tom Brady's post-NFL career, including possible WWE involvement, his Netflix roast, and his role as part owner of the Raiders.
Friday's show has Joe Rose and the crew getting you ready for the weekend with a packed show featuring Dolphins training camp, the latest LeBron James speculation, and the biggest stories across South Florida sports. Dave Hyde joins to discuss Miami's need for a training camp breakout, the opportunities for young players, and why the new Dolphins regime has created a clearer vision for the future. Chris Perkins breaks down expectations for the Dolphins season, breakout candidates, Malik Willis, and why this year is about finding out if Miami has the right foundation in place. The guys debate which South Florida team has the best chance to win a championship, discuss the Dolphins rebuild, the Marlins' nine-game losing streak, the chaos in college football, and Mike Florio joins to talk Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady's future, and the Brian Flores lawsuit
Jennifer and Leroy express disappointment over LeBron James choosing Philadelphia over a return to Miami. They preview a busy weekend of sports including the Marlins, Inter Miami, and high-stakes boxing matches featuring Anthony Joshua and Errol Spence Jr. They also critique recent film releases, debating the runtime of The Odyssey and the strange HR backstory of the new He-Man movie. 01:32 - LeBron Chooses The 76ers 02:45 - Marlins And Inter Miami 05:21 - Weekend Boxing And UFC 08:34 - Odyssey And He-Man Reviews
Tobin and Leroy react to LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers, discussing his farewell message and the potential championship impact. They explore the Heat's offseason moves, specifically the fit of DeMar DeRozan and the development of young talents like Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Pelle Larsson. The "Tickle My Fancy" segment wraps up the hour with a look at the Marlins, Inter Miami, and a critique of the new He-Man movie. 02:21 - LeBron James Signs With 76ers 06:21 - Heat Target DeMar DeRozan 10:06 - NBA Veterans And Retirement 15:41 - Herro And Jaquez Extensions 21:02 - Eastern Conference Power Rankings 27:02 - Paul George And Contenders 32:30 - Weekend Sports Slate Analysis 40:05 - He-Man Movie Review Controversy
Inter Miami returned from a lengthy World Cup break with a narrow victory, but the game is expected to be one of several without superstar Lionel Messi. Show host Franco Panizo discusses Messi and Rodrigo De Paul's extended absences, talks about MLS's tampering probe regarding the signing of Casemiro, analyzes the 3-2 home win over the Chicago Fire, and more.
¡Las Garzas están de regreso!Inter Miami volvió a la acción tras el parón por la Copa del Mundo con una importante victoria sobre el Chicago Fire, demostrando carácter y capacidad para reaccionar incluso sin varias de sus figuras.En este episodio analizamos todo lo que dejó el triunfo, cómo respondió el equipo en su regreso y las primeras impresiones del funcionamiento colectivo tras el descanso mundialista.Además, comenzamos la previa del próximo compromiso frente al CF Montréal, un partido clave para seguir sumando puntos en la segunda mitad de la temporada de la MLS.¡Acompáñanos en Las Garzas, tu espacio en español para seguir toda la actualidad del Inter Miami durante toda la temporada!#InterMiami #Messi #MLS #CFMontreal #ChicagoFire #Fútbol #Futbol #Miami #RodrigoDePaul #MLS2026 #FútbolEnEspañol #Reacción #Previa #BatteredFans #MiamiCF
Inter Miami heads north looking to build on an exciting 3-2 victory over the Chicago Fire.With Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul still unavailable, new faces and veteran leaders will once again be in the spotlight. Could Casemiro make his long-awaited Inter Miami debut? Can Germán Berterame continue his impressive start? And will Luis Suárez deliver another big performance as the Herons chase a second straight victory?Join us on Battered Herons as we preview everything you need to know before Saturday's matchup against CF Montréal.#InterMiami #BatteredHerons #CFMontreal #MLS #Casemiro #GermanBerterame #LuisSuarez #InterMiamiCF #GuillermoHoyos #MatchPreview #MLS2026 #Soccer #Football #Herons #Miami
As the final minutes ticked away in a disappointing 4-1 loss to Belgium on July 6 that knocked the U.S. men's national team out of the World Cup, Fox play-by-play announcer John Strong made a direct plea to his television audience of 30 million Americans. “If you've enjoyed what you're seeing, well, support your local team,” Strong said from Seattle's Lumen Field, packed with a sellout crowd of 66,925—more than double the average attendance of 31,000 across the Seattle Sounders' first six Major League Soccer games this season at the same stadium. “This doesn't have to be the last soccer you watch for the last four years. It's a beautiful sport.” Often an afterthought both among top-tier global soccer leagues and in the U.S. professional sports scene, MLS has long viewed this summer's World Cup on U.S. soil as an inflection point for a new phase of growth, with help from Lionel Messi, the biggest star in the league's history. On Sunday, the 39-year-old superstar will lead Argentina into the World Cup final against Spain while seeking to lock up the Golden Boot as the tournament's top scorer. On Wednesday, Messi's Inter Miami will restart its season after MLS's seven-week World Cup break. By Hank Tucker, Forbes Staff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After saying "they've got it from here," MLS couldn't have scripted its return any worse as the first goal after the World Cup break came in embarrassing fashion for Inter Miami. Stugotz and the crew react to the blunder before diving into more Miami sports debates, including whether Giannis needed Goran Dragić's blessing to wear No. 7 with the Heat and if Bill Simmons really hates the Miami media... or just one person in it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In hour four, Miami remains the betting favorite to land LeBron James. Still in shock at the mistake Inter Miami's goalkeeper made last night. Plus, ripping Colin Cowherd for repeating the same old incorrect take about the Heat not having shooters.
Fresh off their 11-city Breakaway Tour, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros return to the studio to process the post-World Cup soccer landscape. Christian kicks off the episode with an unbelievable travel horror story about a chaotic flight delay from Miami to Dallas involving an intoxicated passenger, an unruly accusation, and an emergency flight attendant swap. The hosts then dive into a blueprint for the future, detailing radical ways to overhaul US Soccer and turn the USMNT into legitimate contenders for the 2030 World Cup—from ending pay-to-play under Arsène Wenger and merging CONCACAF with CONMEBOL to creating a 50-state "States Cup" tournament. Next, the guys welcome USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview. Tyler breaks his silence on the team's World Cup exit against Belgium, setting the record straight on what really went down in camp when Folarin Balogun's red card suspension was rescinded 20 hours before kickoff. He reflects on Mauricio Pochettino's front-foot tactical philosophy, reveals why Pochettino declaring he "wished he was American" after singing Country Roads was his favorite team memory, and details his ongoing community mini-pitch initiative with Allstate. Finally, the hosts analyze the summer transfer window frenzy and critique the latest kit drops across world football. They break down major moves including Morgan Rogers' £117M transfer to Chelsea, Anthony Gordon joining Barcelona, Robert Lewandowski signing with the Chicago Fire, and Casemiro's move to Inter Miami amid LA Galaxy discovery-rights drama. They close out the show with a look at Manchester City and Real Madrid's roster overhauls, Sebastian Berhalter's transfer to Middlesbrough, and a fashion breakdown of the best and worst jerseys of the season. Timestamps: (00:00) — Post-Tour Return & Christian's Wild Flight Delay Story (12:29) — 10 Ways to Fix the USMNT & Win the 2030 World Cup (41:46) — Tyler Adams Exclusive: Balogun Red Card Drama, Poch's Impact & Belgium Defeat (51:49) — Blockbuster Transfers: Morgan Rogers to Chelsea & Anthony Gordon to Barça (01:01:41) — MLS Transfer Chaos: Casemiro, Lewandowski & Sebastian Berhalter (01:13:20) — European Giants Overhaul: Man City's Rebuild & Real Madrid's Free Transfers (01:20:26) — Kit Reviews: Best & Worst Jersey Drops of the Season Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Today's episode of The Messi Effect covers four stories. Lead with Lewandowski's MLS debut — Inter Miami beat Chicago Fire 3-2, Rocco Rios Novo own goal (23'), Suarez brace (56', 73'), Lewandowski hit the post (61') and was denied again (82') — strong debut, no goal. Messi and De Paul both absent, still on post-World Cup rest. Second story: Casemiro signs for Inter Miami — 5x Champions League winner, play up the absurdity of this roster. Third story: Barcelona transfer chaos — Atletico's Cerezo says Alvarez stays, Darwin Nunez dreaming of Barca from Saudi, Leverkusen's Terzic publicly criticizes Barcelona's pursuit of Laporte. Fourth story, lighter closer: US CBP seized 445,000 counterfeit World Cup items worth $32M — Messi jerseys were the most faked, $30-40 knockoffs vs $110 officialAI was used for news gathering and production assistance.#Lewandowski #Suarez #InterMiami #ChicagoFire #MLS #Casemiro #Barcelona #Transfer #DarwinNunez #Laporte #CBP #Counterfeit #Messi #WorldCup2026 #Football #Soccer #CalorogaSharkMediaAI gave us an assist in the creation of today's podcast, but the hat trick is our own.
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Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the MLS Aces Podcast, Tom & Jason chat:-Spain's 1-0 World Cup Final win vs Argentina-Portland Timbers new Manager in Marti Cifuentes-Portland Timbers big 5-1 win over Seattle Sounders & LAFC 3-0 win over LA Galaxy last week-Hugo Cuypers departing the Chicago Fire-Kai Wagner returns to the Philadelphia Union-Are St. Louis City on the verge of being a ton of fun? Summer signings of Carlo Holse & Alexandru Matan-Nashville SC only reinforcing the league's best team with a summer signing of Elias Saad-Los Angeles Galaxy signing former Celtic FC star Kyogo Furuhashi-Eric Bailly to the Columbus Crew via free agency-Jason's games of the week-And much more! Make sure to follow us on all platforms below: Twitter: @MLSAces, @TomSweez @JasonVevang Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mlsaces.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57HyLwm_4KE Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fm8aU6lSzwSFIfotfpldh?si=3a2afac5cd624073&nd=1&dlsi=6515bdde8a6f4d27Support the show
In hour two, Crowder recalls having to help Marcus Vick win a fight after leaving a club. Solana and Jimmy detail how they'd handle a fight. Inter Miami is under investigation by the MLS. Marlins analyst Rod Allen joins the show to discuss the Marlins' losing streak.
In hour four, we get a soft timeline for Messi's return to Inter Miami after the World Cup. Hoch wants his Yo Yo's from Uruguay. Hard Knocks is back in 3 weeks! Plus, zero player props for any Dolphins Wide Recievers is a pretty good indication of how weak Miami is at WR.
In hour four, we get a soft timeline for Messi's return to Inter Miami after the World Cup. Hoch wants his Yo Yo's from Uruguay. Hard Knocks is back in 3 weeks! Plus, zero player props for any Dolphins Wide Recievers is a pretty good indication of how weak Miami is at WR.
Why is the US Struggling with Goalkeeping Development Currently? What can be done about it? Today I18's Bill Reno is joined by US Soccer's Cam Sauro and Inter Miami's Chris Barocas to delve deep into the conversation. Great listen for young coaches, players and parents!! Download the Union GK community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! *If you want us to come to your town; all you've got to do is DM us @goalkeeperpodcast on The Union & tell us what you've got in mind. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
MLS broadcaster and CBS Golazo commentator Chris Wittyngham shares his takeaways from a mostly ‘ugly' World Cup Final on Sunday and the overall success of the tournament.
Soccer expert Chris Wittyngham joins Joe Rose to break down Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina, explaining how Spain controlled the final and why he believes the champions were the better team throughout the tournament. Chris discusses Lionel Messi's performance, why the 39-year-old star appeared fatigued in the final, and the lasting impact he has had on soccer around the world. The guys also debate officiating, flopping, and players' ability to sell calls, while looking back at England's semifinal collapse against Argentina and why the blame should be shared by both the coaching staff and players. Chris also reacts to the exciting third-place match between England and France, compares it to an NBA All-Star Game where players still compete despite the stakes being lower, and discusses MLS growth, Inter Miami's ability to attract global stars, and why South Florida has become such an appealing destination for elite soccer talent.
Hour 4 features NBA insider Brian Geltzeiler joining Joe Rose to break down the latest on the LeBron James sweepstakes, explaining why he believes Miami is as good of a fit as anyone for the superstar. The guys discuss the Heat's additions of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis, and Tim Hardaway Jr., whether Miami's current roster is enough to compete for a championship, Tyler Herro's next chapter in Milwaukee, and how LeBron's decision is impacting the NBA schedule release. Soccer expert Chris Wittyngham also joins to recap Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina, Lionel Messi's incredible tournament, the debate over officiating and flopping, England's semifinal collapse, and how Inter Miami continues to benefit from being a top destination for global soccer stars. Plus, Joe and the crew discuss the Marlins' playoff push despite a six-game losing streak, upcoming promotions at loanDepot Park, Dolphins rookies reporting, and the changing college football landscape with Dabo Swinney embracing the transfer portal and debate over a potential 24-team College Football Playoff
Hour 3 features a wide range of sports conversation as Joe Rose and the crew welcome soccer expert Chris Wittyngham to break down Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina. Chris explains why Spain controlled the final, discusses Lionel Messi's performance and lasting impact on the sport, and weighs in on officiating, flopping, England's semifinal collapse, and the growth of MLS and Inter Miami's ability to attract global stars. The hour continues with the latest LeBron James rumors, including why Miami has become viewed as one of the best landing spots for the NBA superstar, before the guys discuss the Marlins' six-game losing streak, Pete Fairbanks' struggles, Ryan Fox's surprising Open Championship victory, and the Bryson DeChambeau controversy. The crew wraps up with a conversation about player safety after Cam Skattebo's risky backflip at a WWE event, why the Giants should be concerned, and why young players like Malik Willis need to protect themselves while running in the NFL
Hour 2 is dominated by LeBron James' watch, as Joe Rose and the crew discuss when the NBA superstar will finally make his decision and how much influence he still has over the league. The guys break down what a Heat starting lineup featuring LeBron could look like, why the NBA is waiting on his decision before finalizing parts of its schedule, and how LeBron will continue to command national attention wherever he lands. They also discuss LeBron's incredible longevity at age 41, comparing him to other ageless stars like Lionel Messi and Steph Curry, before looking back at Tyler Herro's Miami departure, his potential success in Milwaukee, and whether expectations for him in South Florida were unrealistic. The conversation also includes more World Cup discussion, including soccer's controversial flopping culture and Joe making the case for Inter Miami to build a statue honoring Lionel Messi. Hollywood's Headlines wraps up the hour with reactions to the World Cup halftime show, Cam Skattebo's wild WWE appearance after a major knee injury, a LeBron Heat jersey heading to auction, Florida's tax holiday, and more
"THEY'RE OPENING THE ARK OF THE COVENANT!" Is Lionel Messi somehow underappreciated? How does he CONTINUE to dazzle all of us with the most excellent play we've ever seen? We'll tell you why: Lionel Messi might be God, and, if he is, Lamine Yamal has been christened. Mike leads us through the unfathomable greatness of Messi while Jeremy realizes he might want to go to an Inter Miami game. Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Roy, Jeremy, Mike, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices