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In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a discussion on the US Men's National Team as they fired Gregg Berhalter earlier in the week, and the ensuing head coaching search (2:55). We then bring you our Copa America Finals preview as Argentina and Colombia get set to battle for the title Sunday night in Miami (19:05). We then turn our focus to Europe as Spain and England get set to play the Euro final in Berlin (28:30). We are off for the next few weeks, but will return in early August to preview the 24/25 season in Europe!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto are immediately joined by Hand of Pod's Santi Bauza to discuss the Copa America and the Euros. We start off looking at Argentina's dominance, Paraguay's early exit, and the USMNT on the brink of elimination (3:30). We then go to the Euros to chat about Italy's exit, Spain's dominance, and what upsets possibly loom on the horizon (42:45). We are off next week, and will return the weekend of the 13th to preview both finals.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with their discussion of their coverage in East Hartford last week for the Colombia/Bolivia and Ecuador/Honduras friendlies leading into the 2024 Copa America (4:15). They then continue with their discussion of the first two opening matches of the Copa America (13:50). From there, they dive deeper into the 2024 European Championship as they complete Match Day 2 (17:40). We close with a preview of next week's show.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto welcome in South American journalist Tim Vickery to preview the 2024 Copa America. We go through Group A (6:00), Group B (19:30), Group C (32:25), and Group D (42:00) giving you the players to watch and storylines in each group. We then give you our knock out stage predictions, Golden Ball winner, Golden Boot winner, and predicted champion (58:00). We close with a preview of next week's show!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto welcome in journalist Cecilia Lagos who is covering Euro 2024 fro ESPN Deportes to preview the tournament. We go through Group A (5:10), Group B (14:25), Group C (28:00), Group D (35:25), Group E (46:00), and Group F (51:15) giving you the players to watch and storylines in each group. We then give you our knock out stage predictions, Golden Ball winner, Golden Boot winner, and predicted champion (1:00:30). we close with a preview of next week's Copa America show!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a quick trivia question about goal scorers in the 23-24 European season (3:45). We then give our reaction to the 2-0 victory from Real Madrid for their 15th Champions League title over Borussia Dortmund (5:30). We also pose the question if Carlo Ancelotti is the greatest club manager ever (13:05). We discuss the Man of the Match award as well (19:40). Next week, we turn our focus to the Euros and the Copa America to start the summer!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto immediately welcome in Santi Bauza from the Hand of Pod podcast to review the week in football. We open with a recap of the Europa League Final between Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen (5:00). We then move to a preview of the Champions League Final next weekend between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund (16:20). We then move to a long discussion of the coaching carousel, including the hot jobs that are currently open (29:30). We close with the Match of the Week, and a preview of next week's show (49:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto react to Manchester City winning their unprecedented 4th straight EPL title (3:40). We continue on to the news that Max Allegri is out at Juventus after winning the Coppa Italia (10:05). We them move on to one of the greatest championship performances of all time, the 23-24 Invincible Bayer Leverkusen, and discuss where their season ranks among historic single season performances (19:55). We close with the Match of the Week segment, and a preview of next week's show (25:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to late Leverkusen success (3:50) In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League semifinals (4:55). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from The Italian Football Podcast and SempreInter to continue our discussion of the mid week competitions, as well as look at potential summer Serie A managerial changes (27:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (1:03:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Italian goal scorers in the Europa League (4:05) We then recap the leg 1 semifinal matches from this week starting with Champions League (4:35), Europa League (13:10), and Conference League (22:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (32:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Bundesliga goal scorers (3:40) In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the upcoming vote in the EPL on a potential salary/spending cap (4:15). We then welcome in Matthew Karagich from the 2 Bundesliga podcast and beIN Sports to chat about Bayer Leverkusen, the German teams in the Champions League, and promotion/relegation in Germany this season (13:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (43:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to all the goals scored in the UCL Quarterfinals this week (3:05) We then recap the leg 1 matches from this week starting with Arsenal/Bayern Munich (3:55), Real Madrid/Manchester City (9:30), Atletico Madrid/Borussia Dortmund (15:15), and PSG/Barcelona (20:10). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (23:15).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scorers in the Series A (3:30). In Opening Thoughts, we look deeper into the proposed "luxury tax" for EPL teams (4:20). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and the Hand of Pod podcast to discuss Allegri at Juventus before looking deeper into the UCL Quarterfinal matchups (14:20). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (38:15).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding PSG/Barcelona in the UCL (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on both the Champions League and Europa League as the quarterfinals are set in both competitions, including our predictions on the matchups (5:10). We then welcome in Sara Poraria from Room 442 to look back on the Champions League, as well as look forward to the quarterfinals and potential finals matchups (28:45). We close with the trivia answer, as we are off for the next two weeks (50:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a great trivia question regarding Liverpool and Manchester City (4:25). In Opening thoughts, we preview the big matchup coming up tomorrow between Liverpool and Manchester City (5:10). We then welcome in Jack Grimse to talk about Champions League, the Bundesliga, Xabi Alonso, and Aston Villa (14:45). We then close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (33:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a great trivia question regarding Paul Pogba (3:15). In Opening thoughts, we go in depth about the Paul Pogba suspension, and what it might mean for his career (3:50). We then welcome in Gabriele Marcotti from ESPN's Gab and Jules Show to talk about Champions League, Liverpool, Premier League viewership, and his take on the Pogba situation (10:10). We then close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (33:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a great trivia question regarding UEFA Champions League goal scorers (4:05). In Opening thoughts, we recap and preview the UEFA Champions League as they head into the Round of 16 (4:55). We then welcome in South American football journalist Tim Vickery to chat about the South American U-23 qualifiers for the Olympics, as well as the Neymar, Messi, and Endrick situations (25:00). We then close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and our upcoming schedule (46:50).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the Asian Cup (3:40). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on all the action in both the Asian Cup and African Cup of Nations as they head to mid week semifinal matchups (4:15). We then welcome in Carolina Core head coach Roy Lassiter as they get ready to kick off their inaugural season (16:45). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (38:40). We are off next week, and will be back on the weekend of February 17th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the Asian Cup (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on all the action in the African Cup of Nations (5:35). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and the Hand of Pod podcast to talk about the Jose Mourinho sacking at Roma, the CONMEBOL olympic qualifiers, and the current situations for Xabi Alonso and Xavi (13:00). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (39:40).
In our first episode of 2024, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the African Cup Of Nations (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the lives and careers of Mario Zagallo (5:00) and Franz Beckenbauer (10:05) who both recently passed away. We then turn our focus to the opening of the AFC Asian Cup (18:05) and the African Cup of Nations (23:10) which start this weekend. We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (33:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the Copa America (4:15). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the Copa America draw from earlier this week (5:15). We continue OT with a look back at the other big draw this week, the Euros (18:45). We then welcome in Emily Wilson from One Football to get her opinion on the Euros, her thoughts on Match Day 6 of the UEFA Champions League, and her reflections on the retirement of Christine Sinclair (29:00). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (49:25). We are off for the holidays and will return on the weekend of January 6/7. We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and we'll see you in 2024!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scoring in the Series A (4:05). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the MLS Cup Conference Finals as Columbus and LAFC advance to the MLS Cup Final on December 9th (5:05). We then welcome in Sara Poraria from Room 442 to look back on Match Day 5 in the UEFA Champions League, including a discussion on the dreaded VAR controversy from PSG/Newcastle (15:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show which is the final one for 2023 (36:20).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding Argentina World Cup Qualifying (4:15). In Opening Thoughts, we look back CONCACAF Nations League matches this week, including the US 3-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago, and the Mexico 2-0 loss at Honduras (5:20). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and The Hand of Pod podcast to talk CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, including Argentina and Brazil losses this week heading into their match on Tuesday (16:25). Before we let Santi go, we get his thoughts on Euro Qualifiers as well (34:10). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (46:10). We are off next weekend and will return the weekend of December 2nd.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scoring in the UEFA Champions League (4:25). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on Match Day 4 of the Champions League, including the potential fallout at Manchester United (5:15). We then welcome in Jason Longshore from 92.9 The Game to discuss the NWSL Final, the Megan Rapinoe injury, Match Day 3 between Atlanta and Columbus, and the MLS Cup playoffs (19:25). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (41:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scoring in El Clasico (4:05). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on El Clasico, including the dramatics from Jude Bellingham (4:45). We then welcome Richard Kharman from Serie A Sitdown and SchalkeMerica to talk about German teams in the UCL, Jude Bellingham, Chelsea, Der Klassiker coming up this weekend, and Gio Reyna (17:20). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (37:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining penalty kick takers in the EPL (3:20). In Opening Thoughts, we look ahead to the MLS Cup Playoffs after the final places are set from Decision Day (4:10). We then welcome Chelsea Tik Tok personality Melina Dautovic to discuss the Chelsea/Arsenal match, the EPL, and look ahead to the Manchester Derby (15:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (35:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal keeping shutout records on the heels of Emi Martinez setting the new record for Argentina (3:50). In Opening Thoughts, we look back at Match Day 3 of World Cup Qualifying in South America (5:00). We then welcome in Matt Santangelo from Football Italia to talk about the gambling scandal in Italian football, Napoli's woes, Italian coaches, and the Milan/Juventus match coming up next weekend (16:45). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (38:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal scorers in the Serie A(4:05). In Opening Thoughts, we look back at the Copa Libertadores semifinal matches from earlier this week (4:30). We then welcome in The Athletic's Martino Puccio to look at Americans at AC Milan, Milan's performance in the Champions League, other contenders in the UCL, and the Italian National Team as they head back to European qualifying (12:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (38:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about Bayern Munich goal scorers (4:20). We then jump into the review of Match Day 1 in the UEFA Champions League, focusing on Bayern Munich/Manchester United (6:05), PSG/Borussia Dortmund (18:05), Lazio/Atletico Madrif (24:20), and Barcelona/Royal Antwerp and Arsenal/PSV Eindhoven (29:00). We close with a list of matches in Match of the Week, The trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (34:50).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by discussing the Paul Pogba situation at Juventus (2:35). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the first two rounds of qualifying for CONMEBOL (7:30). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from SempreInter and The Italian Football podcast to discuss the return of the Champions League, Italian Euro qualifying, and the turmoil in Germany (22:45). From there, we offer you a full list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (43:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto reflect on 10 years of podcasting, including the changes in the pod, as well as the changes they've seen in the sport (1:46). We then welcome in Jonathan Johnson, French football journalist for CBS Sports to discuss The Champions League, Ligue 1 drama, and Aston Villa as they head to the Europa Conference League (10:50). From there, we welcome in Tim Vickery, South American football journalist, to discuss Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil, as well as CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers coming up this week (31:45). We then close with a preview of our 400th episode!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Golden Ball and Golden Boot winners at the FIFA Women's World Cup (3:50). We skip Opening Thoughts to give you our Bundesliga preview (5:25). We then welcome in The Athletic's Martino Puccio to preview the Serie A season (21:30). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (57:25). We are off next week, but return the following week for our 10 Year Anniversary!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto are joined immediately by Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and the Hand of Pod podcast to preview England, Spain, and France for the 23/24 season. We start out with a great trivia question about goal scoring in the EPL (5:25). From there, we discuss the Premier League season (6:20), La Liga season (32:05), and Ligue 1 season (44:35) giving you a Top 4 and relegation prediction in the process. We also give you semi final and Final predictions for the Women's World Cup (53:15). From there, we offer you a full list of matches in Match of the Week (54:55), a quick take on the Copa Libertadores (56:05), and the trivia answer with a preview of next week's show (57:20).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto part from the norm, and welcome in Riley James from GOLZ.TV to recap the FIFA Women's World Cup as the US Women's National Team are eliminated on penalties by Sweden. The boys discuss the fallout from their earliest exit in Women's World Cup history, what it means for retiring players, head coach Vlatko Andonovski, and US Soccer in general. We close the pod with a list of matches in Match of the Week, including season starts in England, France, and Spain.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal scorers at the FIFA Women's World Cup (4:55). In Opening thoughts, we look back on the FIFA Women's World Cup so far, including the surprises and national "firsts" (6:00). We then welcome in Middle Eastern football journalist Wael Jabir to discuss the Saudi League, a potential Kylian M'Bappe move to the league, and the Women's World Cup (16:00). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (36:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Top 10 players by value (4:55). In Opening Thoughts, we look at the Christian Pulisic transfer to AC Milan, and what it means for him and Milan (6:10). We then welcome in Martino Puccio from State of Play podcast to continue our discussion of Pulisic, as well as chat about other moves Milan may make, and the effect of Messi to Inter Miami (16:40). We return to touch on the Women's World Cup kicking off this week (53:05), and close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (57:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to English players in this transfer window (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look at the transfer window so far, highlighting moves for Mason Mount, Kai Havertz, and Sandro Tonali (4:55). We then welcome in MEAP Nisou goalkeeper Alex Antoniou to discuss his time in Cyprus, and the influences on his career (20:45). We return with breaking news on David DeGea (32:55), and close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (34:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a trivia question about players that have won the Champions League and World Cup in the same year (4:45). The boys then open the show with their reactions and impressions of the UEFA Champions League Final where Manchester City complete their quest for a treble with a 1-0 victory over Inter Milan. They also discuss the managers in the match and where both Pep Guardiola and Simone Inzaghi stand (5:30). We then turn our focus to the arrival of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, the contract details, and what this means for him, MLS, and other players and coaches that might join him (27:15). We close with an international flavored Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (43:50).
Int his episode, we are all Champions League Final! Joe and Roberto open with their own Champions League Final discussion, including a big striker debate (3:45). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from SempreInter and The Italian Football Podcast to get his perspective on the final match from he Inter Milan side (16:40). From there, we are joined by Manchester Evening News's Simon Bajkowski (from Wembley before the FA Cup Final no less) to discuss the final from the Manchester City perspective (37:00). We return to make our own predictions on the match (45:20). We close with our Match of the Week segment, and give you a preview of next week's podcast (52:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Premier League promotion (4:25). In Opening thoughts, we look back at Bayern Munich's 11th straight Bundesliga title, and the fallout from it (5:30). We then welcome in European football journalist Ben Hayward to discuss the Vinicius Junior racism situation in La Liga, the future of Carlo Ancelotti, and the La Liga relegation race (17:20). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (41:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to European managers (4:15). In Opening thoughts, we look at the final week of the season in England, France, and Germany (5:10). We then welcome in Carlo Garganese from The Italian Football Podcast to discuss the success of Serie A teams in Europe this season, as well as the potential coaching moves at Fiorentina, Napoli, and Juventus (33:15). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (1:01:40).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to The Women's UCL Championship (4:20). In Opening thoughts, we look forward to the Champions League semifinals kicking off this week (5:25). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Hand of Pod and La Nacional to continue discussing the Champions League, as well as the Lionel Messi situation at PSG, the Copa Libertadores, and the Superclasico later today (11:45). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (39:10). We are off next week, and return on the weekend of May 19th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by declaring a champion in Ligue 1 and La Liga (3:20). We then give you a trivia question pertaining to scoring in Ligue 1 (6:35). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the title races in the Premier League and the Bundesliga, focusing on the potential collapses of Arsenal and Bayern Munich (7:15). We then welcome in Richard Kharman from Serie A Sit-down and SchalkeMerica to continue to discuss the league title races, as well as reflect back on the Italian success in European competitions this season (18:35). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer 47:10). We are off next week, and will return on May 7th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to comebacks in the UEFA Champions League (2:50). In Opening Thoughts, we look back at the results in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League (3:50). We then welcome in Ben Jacobs, football journalist, to further dig into the results of the Champions League, and what we can expect in the second legs, as well as cover the Sadio Mane/Leroy Sane incident (16:50). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (44:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out by giving you a great trivia question about Balon D'or/Champions League/World Cup winners (3:40). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the return of Frank Lampard to the Chelsea bench, and ask what's next for him, as well as the club (4:50). We then take a look at the Champions League matches coming up this week, and discuss our winners and losers for each tie (23:55). We finish with the matches to look out for this week in Match of the Week, we give you the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (42:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with an Italy/England trivia question from the international break (3:15). We then dive in to the many managerial changes over the last week, starting with breaking news that Brendan Rogers is out at Leicester City (4:25). We also discuss Antonio Conte's departure from Tottenham Hotspur (11:40), as well as the Julian Naglesmann/Thomas Tuchel swap at Bayern Munich (17:50). From there, we look back at Der Klassiker from the weekend (23:15). We close with out Match of the Week segment, our trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (30:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to the European Championships, as they get set to kick off qualifying this week (4:00). We skip Opening thoughts this week and get straight to our interview with Nima Tavallaey from The Italian Football Podcast and SempreInter.com to talk the Champions League and Europa League as the quarterfinal matchups are set (4:50). We then return to make our predictions in the Champions League and Europa League (45:10). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next show in 2 weeks (55:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Kylian M'Bappe setting the PSG goal scoring record (5:15). In Opening thoughts, we look back on the opening two weeks in the 2023 MLS season (7:10). We then welcome in Jason Longshore from Soccer Down Under and 92.9 The Game to continue our discussion of the MLS season, with a focus on Atlanta United (20:00). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (44:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Serie A goal scoring streaks (3:45). In Opening thoughts, we look back on the week that was in the Champions League (4:15). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Hand of Pod and Copa 90 to continue discussing the Rond of 16, as well as the latest at Chelsea Football Club (16:50). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (37:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by reflecting on the tragic breaking news regarding Christian Atsu before Roberto gives you a trivia question about Marcus Rashford (4:30). In Opening thoughts, we look back on last week's Champions League matches, as they head into the Rond of 16 (5:20). We then welcome in South American football journalist Tim Vickery to continue our review of the Champions League round of 16, as well as look at the CONMEBOL U-20 championships (15:50). We Return to preview the Round of 16 matches coming up this week (28:45). We then close with Match of the Week (34:45), our HUGE announcement about our guest appearance coming up this week (37:00), and the trivia answer with a preview of our next show (38:50).