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Ben Maller talks about Team USA Men's coach Mauricio Pochettino complaining about mandatory World Cup hydration breaks, why this price gouging from FIFA isn't a surprise, where this FIFA ticketing skullduggery is heading, Maller to the Third Degree, Lame Jokes of the Week, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The World Cup is up and running. The mighty Azteca stadium became the only stadium to host games in three different world cups. Its turf has seen Pele, Maradona and now the 2026 Mexico side. Our reporter Tom Allnutt was in the stadium. Did the match live up to the hype, does it matter? Pete Rutzler is our reporter following team USA, he gives us a quick run down of the American team...how far will they go in the tournament, are the public following it and how much pressure is on Mauricio Pochettino?Tom and Pete join Tom Clarke on day one of his World Cup marathon, watching every game without waking a three month old baby.See you tomorrow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
World Cup 26 is officially underway, and Jason Longshore breaks down a chaotic opening day from Estadio Azteca, where Mexico cruised past a too cautious South Africa behind a strong showing from Julián Quiñones and a Raúl Jiménez header, even amid two red cards and a late one for Mexico captain César Montes. Jason and Noel White also recap a wild scene downtown, from a packed Brewhouse Cafe to Mexican and Korean fans colliding across Atlanta. Madison Crews joins to preview tomorrow's massive USA vs. Paraguay opener in Inglewood, talking Alex Freeman, Sergiño Dest, Ricardo Pepi, and what Mauricio Pochettino's team needs to get right against a side that gave them fireworks last fall. Plus, the Czechia and South Korea thriller that closed out the night, World Cup pin and Panini sticker talk, and a full look ahead at Saturday's stacked slate.
Two goals, three red cards, and the biggest tournament in football history has officially exploded into life! Welcome to FUT IN REVIEW | World Cup Daily. The wait is finally over, and the daily grind is officially on. Shaq and John dive straight into the drama of Day 1 at the World Cup 2026, fresh off a chaotic opening night at a packed Aztec Stadium in Mexico.If you thought this tournament would start slowly, think again. The opening match produced more cards than it did goals, and we have some massive, unfiltered thoughts on the tactical setups, the refereeing, and the introduction of a brand-new segment format: The Ballers, The Bottlers, and The Drama.We break down everything that went down on Day 1:The Aztec Awkwardness: Why the opening ceremony circle lineup for the players looked incredibly weird on the pitch.South Africa's Tactical Disaster: John slams Bafana Bafana's management for a technically abysmal 5-3-2 setup that tried to play Tiki-Taka from the back with giant players who couldn't pass.The Red Card Controversy: Shaq and John go head-to-head on Montes' late red card for Mexico. Was it a clear goal-scoring opportunity or a heavily forced decision by a referee under immense pressure? (Plus a look at a Premier League precedent from last season!).Blockbuster in the Second Game: Why South Korea vs. Czechia was a tactical masterpiece, featuring an exhausted Son Heung-min and a standout PSV goalkeeper.Baller of the Day: Shaq goes from the heart with Raúl Jiménez's emotional hometown goal 6 years after his fractured skull disaster, while John backs Feyenoord's In-beom Hwang for a flawless, masterclass performance.The Commercial Hydration Rant: Why turning football into four 25-minute quarters with television commercials during water breaks is deeply concerning.Listen Instantly & Get Early Access: Want to hear our daily recaps the exact second we finish recording? Join our Patreon to unlock early access, check your standings in the Predictor League, and follow your country in the World Cup Sweeps! Check it out at patreon.com/futinreviewRing the 5-Star Bell: Take 10 seconds to hit that 5-star review button on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Help us climb the global charts during the opening week of the tournament!Share the Hype: Send this episode to that one mate who is currently arguing in your group chat about whether that third red card was actually justified.Instagram: @futinreviewTikTok: @futinreviewpodcastWebsite: futinreview.comTomorrow on Day 2: Canada faces Bosnia & Herzegovina without Alphonso Davies, and Mauricio Pochettino's USA takes on a dangerous Paraguay side. See you tomorrow—bye bye!00:00 - Three Red Cards on Day One: Welcome to Episode 1100:41 - Jetlags, Patreon Perks & Introducing the Ballers, Bottlers, and Drama01:29 - The Awkward Aztec Opening Ceremony & World Cup Nostalgia02:47 - Game 1: Mexico 2 - 0 South Africa (Tactical Breakdown)03:34 - John's Rant: Why South Africa's Manager Should Be Sacked Immediately06:15 - The Bafana Bafana Silence & Mexico's Home Crowd Nerves08:54 - The Red Card Debate: Was Montes' Late Dismissal Justified?12:22 - Premier League Precedent: Crystal Palace vs. Bournemouth Comparison14:42 - Game 2: South Korea vs. Czechia (A Premier-League-Style Masterclass)16:00 - Feyenoord's Fit Hero & An Exhausted Son Heung-min18:00 - Baller of the Day (Shaq's Pick): Raúl Jiménez's Beautiful Redemption Goal20:34 - Baller of the Day (John's Pick): In-beom Hwang's Flawless Midfield Display22:30 - Bottler of the Day: South Africa's Abysmal Performance24:00 - The Drama: Fixture Fatigue & Referees Sticking to the FIFA Rulebook24:50 - The Quarter-System Rant: Commercials and Hydration Breaks26:34 - Day 2 Previews: Canada vs. Bosnia (Alphonso Davies Injury Update)28:05 - USA vs. Paraguay: Why Pochettino Faces a Hard Wake-Up Call28:56 - Outro: Five-Star Reviews, Feedback & See You for Day 2!
With just days left until the USMNT kicks off its World Cup campaign in Los Angeles against Paraguay, Jason went live to take stock of the team. TBSS Chief Correspondent Jonathan Taylor Tannenwald (support Jon's work by subscribing to the Philadelphia Inquirer) joins the show from Irvine, where he's covering the USMNT camp ahead of World Cup kickoff. Jonathan gives some insight into key US defender Chris Richards' status for the World Cup opener before he and Jason open a discussion about a few of Mauricio Pochettino's pending choices for his World Cup lineup. Then the Rodius arrives to give some national team thoughts and his DEFCON for the tournament outlook. Jared didn't just come for USMNT analysis, though: he brought a game. The Gamemaster puts Jason and Jonathan through two rounds of a "closest total" game you'll have to hear to understand. Support the show by joining The Best Soccer Show Patreon. You get access to an incredible Slack community and bonus content from Jason (and occasionally Jared). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On the latest edition of Caught Offside with Andrew Gundling and JJ Devaney, the boys share their thoughts on the USMNT as they prepare for the start of the 2026 World Cup. We weigh in on why it's taken longer than many had thought it would for excitement to build around this group and we lay out the positives and negatives for this team in the leadup to Friday's opener vs Paraguay. Plus: What's our overall expectation/hope for Mauricio Pochettino and company in this tournament? We'll lay it out for you in this World Cup preview!For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! In our most recent episodes, JJ lists his top 5 World Cup songs and provides us with a Team Canada preview as well. And coming up, keep your eyes open for our World Cup Mailbag Special.For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - Spring has sprung, you've made it through the winter, so buy yourself a present! Get a Caught Offside t-shirt!---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Gass and Matt Doyle are joined by Tom Bogert from California to preview the USMNT's opening match against Paraguay. Tom shares the latest from camp, while the group breaks down Paraguay, projects Mauricio Pochettino's lineup and discusses the biggest questions facing the U.S. ahead of its World Cup opener.0:00 Revisiting the Last USMNT-Paraguay Matchup & Group Outlook8:07 Tom Bogert's USMNT Camp Report & Musings22:16 Projecting Pochettino's Starting XI28:52 Breaking Down the Paraguay Matchup37:31 Key Lineup Decisions48:13 Final Expectations Before Kickoff55:00 Canada and Mexico Talk
The Padres are circling the drain, and Manny Machado is sounding off. Padres need to stop talking, start hitting. Dodgers-Angels Freeway Series good-bad news. Injury updates Yankees, Pirates, Twins, Cardinals. NBA Finals Spurs vs Knicks at Madison Square Garden. NFL Notes Clippers, Lakers, Thunder, Celtics, Heat. NFL Coach Comments Rams, Patriots, Vikings, Browns, Chiefs, Buccaneers. NHL says farewell to GMs Cliff Fletcher, Gerry Meehan, Rob Blake, plus Canadiens, Rangers, Maple Leafs. Off the High-Speed Sports Wire World Cup 2026, Mauricio Pochettino, Kimi Antonelli, NASCAR, Belmont Stakes, LIV Golf. Got a hot take for Hacksaw? Drop your question or comment in the live chat on YouTube, Facebook, or X. Here's what Lee Hamilton thinks on Monday, June 8, 2026. 1)…PADRES-MANNY MACHADO SOUNDS OFF “STOP TALKING-START HITTING” “I AM NOT DISAPPOINTED” “ROCK BOTTOM” “CAN’T GET MUCH WORSE THAN THIS” “MEDIA IS NEGATIVE” “FANS HIT PANIC BUTTON” “TOO MUCH ANALYTICS” 2)…PADRES-EMPTY STAT SHEET “SWING & MISS PADRES” MACHADO (.123) MERRILL (.191) BOGAERTS (.137) SHEETS (.043) FERMIN (.139) DURAN (.080) LAUREANO (.131) CRONENWORTH (.144) CASTELLANOS (.178) 3)…DODGERS-ANGELS FREEWAY SERIES “GOOD NEWS-BAD NEWS” 4)…MLB NOTEBOOK…YANKS-PITTS-TWINS-CARDS “INJURY UPDATE” ————– 5)…NBA PLAYOFFS…GAME 3…KNICKS-SPURS “KNICKS-TIMES SQUARE TOUGHNESS” 6)…NBA NOTEBOOK…OFF SEASON HEADLINES “FREE AGENCY-TRADE RUMORS” CLIPPERS LAKERS THUNDER BOSTON MIAMI ========== (HALFTIME) DIXIELINE LUMBER =========== 7)…NFL NOTEBOOK “COACHES COMMENTS” LA RAMS. PATRIOTS VIKINGS BROWNS CHIEFS. TAMPA BAY TEXAS TECH ——————- 8)…NHL NOTEBOOK “FAREWELLS TO GM” CLIFF FLETCHER GERRY MEEHAN ROB BLAKE MONTREAL NY RANGERS MAPLE LEAFS —————— 9)…HOT HEADLINES “OFF THE SPORTSWIRE” M POCHETTINO KIMI ANTONELLI NASCAR BELMONT STAKES ============ #MLB #yankees #twins #cardinals #pirates #PADRES #ajpreller #mannymachado #fernandotatisjr #CRAIGSTAMMEN #jacksonmerrill #DODGERS #tylerglasnow #rokisasaki #BLAKETREINEN #ANGELS #artemoreno #joadell #mickeymoniak #aaronjudge #SCOTTERICKSON #RYANOHEARN #nfl #PATRIOTS #BROWNS #CHIEFS #VIKINGS #BUCS #rams #MYLESGARRETT #SHEDEURSANDERS #andyreid #ERICBIENIEMY #kevinoconnell #jjmccarthy #bakermayfield #lakers #AUSTINREAVES #clippers #kawhileonard #knicks #spurs #KARLANTHONYTOWNS #JALENBRUNSON #VICTORWEMBENYAMA #nhl #MAPLELEAFS #goldenknights #canadiens #rangers #hurricanes #AUSTONMATTHEWS #f1 #KIMIANTONELLI #teamusa #christianpulisic #MauricioPochettino #livgolf #BELMONTSTAKES Be sure to share this episode with a friend! ☆☆ STAY CONNECTED ☆☆ For more of Hacksaw's Headlines, The Best 15 Minutes, One Man's Opinion, and Hacksaw's Pro Football Notebook: http://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/ SUBSCRIBE on YouTube for more reactions, upcoming shows and more! ► https://www.youtube.com/c/leehacksawhamiltonsports FACEBOOK ➡ https://www.facebook.com/leehacksaw.hamilton.9 TWITTER ➡ https://twitter.com/hacksaw1090 TIKTOK ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@leehacksawhamilton INSTAGRAM ➡ https://www.instagram.com/leehacksawhamiltonsports/ To get the latest news and information about sports, join Hacksaw’s Insider’s Group. It’s free! https://www.leehacksawhamilton.com/team/ Thank you to our sponsors: Dixieline Lumber and Home Centers https://www.dixieline.com
Nuova analisi sul Milan tra calciomercato, panchina e gestione societaria.In questo video parliamo della possibile pista David Alaba, dei dubbi legati alle sue condizioni fisiche, del ruolo di Ralf Rangnick, del momento di Zlatan Ibrahimović e delle polemiche intorno a Rafael Leão.Spazio anche al futuro della panchina rossonera con Oliver Glasner, Mauricio Pochettino e la necessità di capire se al Milan serva solo un nuovo allenatore oppure una rivoluzione più profonda.Nel finale focus sulle voci di mercato: Mateta, Santiago Gimenez e possibili scenari in Serie A.
Expectations have never been higher for the USMNT, and the crew isn't holding back. Josh labels this roster the "Golden Generation," arguing it is the most talented squad the U.S. has ever fielded, with a core group of stars like Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie playing at the highest levels in Europe. The episode handicaps Group A, where the U.S. faces Turkey, Paraguay, and Australia. While the group seems "doable," the guys debate the high ceiling of a semifinal run versus the floor of a disappointing early exit. With new coach Mauricio Pochettino at the helm, it's time to see if the U.S. can finally leverage home-field advantage to reach the promised land.
Jason Longshore and Noel White team up for a full Intersection crossover edition of Atlanta Soccer Tonight, one week before the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off. The show breaks down what the US 3-0 win over Senegal revealed about Mauricio Pochettino's squad, which teams in Group D pose the biggest threat to the US, and the Matt Turner vs. Matt Freese goalkeeper debate heading into Saturday's match against Germany. Jason and Noel dig into the best kits of the tournament, from Japan and Mexico to the US home and away, plus the Adidas Originals x Thrasher Argentina collab and Jordan Brand's work with Brazil. The Three-Four-Three covers the three youngest players in the tournament, Liverpool's new manager Andoni Iriola, Japan's training camp drama in Monterrey, the wild ongoing saga of John Textor and Botafogo, and the visa situation that nearly kept Switzerland striker Breel Embolo out of the World Cup. Stoppage time goes deep on Atlanta's World Cup infrastructure, the NWSL's opportunity this summer, the legacy of the 1994 World Cup, and the very important question of what an Atlanta NWSL team should be called.
Six of the 48 managers at this World Cup are Argentine. Six! Meanwhile, Italy failed to qualify, but their most decorated manager in history is coaching Brazil instead. Welcome back to FUT IN REVIEW | World Cup Daily. With just 8 days left until the biggest tournament on Earth kicks off on June 11th, Shaq, Nathan, and Graeme (Homer) look at the tactical masterminds on the touchlines.This is the deepest, most fascinating coaching field a World Cup has ever produced. Can Mauricio Pochettino handle the immense pressure of 330 million Americans watching the host nation? Will Carlo Ancelotti's legendary "man-management" magic be enough to overcome Brazil's glaring squad weaknesses?We profile the managers with the ultimate Aura to win it all, and debate the big tactical storylines:The Don in Brazil: Carlo Ancelotti's historic international debut. Can he manage the massive egos of Neymar and Vinicius Jr., or will a weak midfield hold the Seleção back?Scaloni's Impossible Repeat: Can Lionel Scaloni make history with back-to-back World Cups for Argentina, or is a 38-year-old Lionel Messi cruising in MLS a liability against elite teams?Deschamps' Last Stand: Didier Deschamps announced he is leaving France after the tournament. Will he bow out as a legendary winner or a luxury failure with Zinedine Zidane waiting in the wings?El Loco & The Firework: Marcelo Bielsa has Uruguay playing beautiful football, but is a dressing-room implosion already around the corner?The Young Hype vs. The German Irony: Is Julian Nagelsmann actually worth the hype with Germany? And will Thomas Tuchel pull off the ultimate irony by winning a trophy for England?The Host Nation's Dilemma: Mauricio Pochettino and the USA. Homer drops a red-hot take on why the USMNT might crash out in the group stage!Listen Early & Win Prizes: Want to hear every episode the exact second we finish recording? Join our Patreon to unlock instant early access, lock in your picks for the official Predictor League, and enter the World Cup Sweeps!Support the Daily Grind: Don't let us down! It takes just 10 seconds to hit that 5-star review button on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. It helps us massively to reach more football fans before June 11th.Pass the Aux Cord: Send this episode to that one mate who needs a complete tactical crash course on the World Cup managers before the tournament starts.Instagram: @futinreviewTikTok: @futinreviewpodcastWebsite: futinreview.comTomorrow on Episode 5: We dive into another massive preview topic as the countdown to kickoff hits the final stretch. See you then!00:00 - Pochettino's Ultimate Test & Welcome to Episode 400:43 - The Argentine Coaching Monopoly & Italy's Brazilian Connection01:40 - Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil: Genius Move or Squad Weakness?04:36 - The Neymar Dilemma & Midfield Legs: Can Brazil Go All the Way?07:49 - Lionel Scaloni & Argentina: Is a Back-to-Back World Cup Title Possible?11:22 - Didier Deschamps: Luxury Failure or France Icon? (Plus Zidane Rumors)15:42 - The Ghost of 2018: Should France Be Untouchable on Paper?17:23 - Marcelo Bielsa (El Loco): A Firework Waiting to Explode with Uruguay?19:52 - Julian Nagelsmann: Demystifying the Hype & Germany's Chances23:27 - Thomas Tuchel's England: Creative Harmony over Egos?25:31 - Mauricio Pochettino & USMNT: Will the Hosts Crash Out in the Groups?28:09 - Outro: Drop a 5-Star Review & Episode 5 Coming Tomorrow!
Host Matt Doherty welcomes Frank Dell'Apa (New England Soccer Journal/Boston Globe) to discuss the World Cup one month out, focusing on US expectations, injuries, and local ties. They say the US is highly talented but inconsistent under new coach Mauricio Pochettino, should advance from a group with Paraguay, Australia, and Turkey. Frank shifts his title favorites from Spain to France (seen up close in Foxborough) and Germany, flags Portugal and Norway as threats, and highlights Morocco's depth; they discuss Italy missing another World Cup and compare Boston's muted buzz to Philadelphia's planning, preview Gillette games (Scotland-Haiti, France-Norway, England-Ghana), and in “Extra Time” cover Gillette's pros/cons, vuvuzelas, and novelty merch. Topics 01:18 USMNT Expectations and Group Outlook 03:11 Breakout Players and Goalkeeper Battle 06:01 Local Ties and Injury Concerns 07:38 Tournament Favorites France and Germany 10:13 Dark Horses Norway England Morocco 15:05 Boston Buzz and Foxborough Logistics 18:42 Must See Gillette Matches and Fanbases 22:11 Picking Extra Teams and Group of Death 23:45 Group of Death Breakdown 25:13 US Group Outlook 25:54 Bosnia Dark Horse Story 28:05 Italy Misses Again 30:17 Extra Time Kickoff 31:21 Gillette Matchday Pros Cons 35:49 Vuvuzelas and Crowd Noise 37:41 World Cup Merch Draft 40:54 Final Thanks and Wrap
Rog sits down with US and AC Milan superstar Christian Pulisic to discuss what lies ahead for the US team this summer, how it felt to score against a potent Senegal squad, and the role faith plays in his on-the-field mentality. Plus, the attacking threat that Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi bring to the team, and what exactly was on Mauricio Pochettino's laptop in THAT viral moment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jozy Altidore joins Jason Longshore at Sogility in Fayetteville, Georgia for a wide-ranging conversation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Jozy shares what the players are feeling now that the roster is set, why Mauricio Pochettino's "be nasty" message resonates with him, and what it will take for the guys around Christian Pulisic to step up on the biggest stage. He also opens up about the training philosophy behind Sogility, how gamified data-driven sessions are developing creative, confident players from a young age, and why he thinks an MLS salary cap overhaul is overdue. Plus, memories of those 2017 Toronto vs. Atlanta United classics and what made that Toronto side one of the best in league history.
On the latest installment of The Deuce, Presented by Allstate, USMNT legend Clint Dempsey returns to talk with Rog about the state of the U.S. Men's National Team following their win over Senegal. Clint breaks down Christian Pulisic's return to form, the battle at striker, Mauricio Pochettino's biggest questions, and what success should look like this summer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Everybody in American soccer loves to say we don't have the right soccer culture. But what happens when someone like Mauricio Pochettino actually brings a higher-level soccer culture into the room? That's where this episode begins. The backlash against Pochettino — over emails, roster decisions, media comments, job rumors, and even who he names captain […]
Jason Longshore and Madison Crew break down a strong USMNT performance in a pre-World Cup friendly win over Senegal, highlighting Christian Pulisic's goal and assist, Folarin Balogun's near hat trick, and why Alex Freeman has locked up a must-start role in Mauricio Pochettino's three-back system. The conversation also digs into the PSG and Arsenal Champions League final, including Luis Enrique's fascinating postgame philosophy on control and unpredictability. The show's first 3-4-3 of the World Cup summer covers standout US players, four global headlines including Canada's injury woes and Germany's momentum, and three things that made us smile. Plus, Panini sticker pack live breaks and a look at what's ahead before June 11 when the World Cup starts.
David Gass, Michele Giannone, and Matt Doyle react to the USMNT's 3-2 win over Senegal and discuss what the performance revealed ahead of the World Cup. They examine Christian Pulisic's standout showing, Ricardo Pepi's impact, Mauricio Pochettino's tactical setup, and the biggest lineup decisions still facing the U.S. ahead of the tournament. Plus, they discuss World Cup expectations for the USMNT and where Canada and Mexico stand entering the World Cup.
Rog and Clint Dempsey go live with their instant reactions following USMNT 3-2 Senegal, presented by Allstate. They discuss Sergiño Dest's impact in his return, Christian Pulisic scoring his first international goal since 2024, Matt Turner getting a chance in goal, and if this could be Ricardo Pepi's breakout moment.Plus, Clint and Rog take listener calls and talk about Mauricio Pochettino flirting with AC Milan as the tournament looms. Find all of the best local spots around this year's big tournament with Men in Blazers City Guides: https://mibcourage.co/3R947x9Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Cooligans are LIVE with immediate reaction to the United States men's national soccer team's thrilling 3–2 victory over the Senegal national football team in a high-stakes World Cup warm-up! Did the performance answer important questions, or raise even more concerns? We break down the biggest moments from the match, what stood out tactically, and whether the team showed enough to build momentum heading into the summer. We also give Player of the Game honors to Christian Pulisic after a standout performance and ask the big question: is he officially back? Has he finally moved past his dry spell, and can he carry this momentum into the biggest tournament of his career? Plus, we debate whether major MLS-based call-ups are still limiting this squad's ceiling and try to predict who ultimately wins the starting goalkeeper job. Finally, we zoom out and ask whether this USMNT has matured enough to truly go far at the FIFA World Cup. Is this the moment the group finally comes together, or are there still warning signs? We also preview the final warm-up against Germany national football team and what the team must prove before the tournament officially begins. Timestamps: (6:30) - USMNT vs Senegal game breakdown (17:15) - Player of the Game: Christian Pulisic (35:00) - USMNT mature enough to make long World Cup run? (48:45) - USMNT vs Germany game preview Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
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
Send us Fan MailBall Watching hosts, Jake Koenig and Justin Graham, wrap their "Road to '26" interview series with a true icon of the modern American pitch: Jozy Altidore.With 115 caps, an MLS Cup title, and an MLS Cup MVP on his mantle, Jozy stands alone as one of the most dominant forces in national team history. As the third-highest goalscorer in USMNT history with 42 goals, he has summited the highest peaks of the sport and carries a rare, elite understanding of what it actually takes to win on the world stage.Now navigating the boardroom as the Chief Soccer Officer of our show partner, Sogility, Jozy is leveraging state-of-the-art, data-tracked training technology to fundamentally revolutionize how this country develops youth talent.We sit down with the absolute legend to dive deep into his legacy and look ahead to the home crucible of 2026, covering:The CSO Mandate: Unpacking his transition from scoring headlines to corporate leadership. Jozy explains how data and sensory tracking tech are designed to close the global development gap and fix America's historical training deficiencies.The Art of the No. 9: A masterclass on the pure, instinctual mechanics of elite finishing. Jozy details the fine line between clinical execution and overthinking in the box, and breaks down his absolute favorite international career goals.Handling the World Stage: What does it actually feel like to walk onto a pitch with the emotional expectations of an entire nation on your back? Jozy shares the mental adjustments required to handle the pressure cooker of multiple FIFA World Cups.The Pochettino Formula & 2026 Mandate: With the tournament arriving at our front door, Jozy issues a direct, filterless reality check for the current player pool. He reveals the exact baseline trait Mauricio Pochettino's squad needs to adopt to ensure 2026 is a success.Whether you want to hear from one of the greatest strikers to ever wear the crest or see the technological blueprint changing the sport's future, you cannot miss this grand finale.Follow the show on X and/or Instagram (@BallWatchingSTL)! Find our guest interviews and all episodes in video form on YouTube by searching https://www.youtube.com/@ballwatchingSTL. Be sure to hit subscribe and turn notifications on!Hoffmann Brothers is the 2025 presenting sponsor of Ball Watching! Headquartered right here in St. Louis for over 40 years, Hoffmann Brothers is a full-service residential & commercial provider, providing Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Drains, Sewer, Water Heaters, Duct Cleaning, Electrical and Appliance Repair services. Visit them online at hoffmannbros.com!Make The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern (thepitch-stl.com) your St. Louis CITY SC pregame and postgame destination for all your food and drink needs! Tell them your friends at Ball Watching sent you... Shop in-store or online at Series Six (seriessixcompany.com) and receive a 15% discount on all orders storewide using code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout!
On the latest edition of Caught Offside with Andrew Gundling and JJ Devaney... Saturday morning: **Wakes up...Yawns... rolls over... grabs phone... checks Twitter... OH MY**Following the news that Arne Slot had been sacked by Liverpool, JJ grabbed a mic and shared some of his immediate thoughts on the decision. For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! In our most recent episode, it's the Devundling Award Show After Party! We're hangin out previewing the Champions League Final, discussing Mauricio Pochettino's AC Milan rumors and so much more!For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - Spring has sprung, you've made it through the winter, so buy yourself a present! Get a Caught Offside t-shirt!---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, and Janusz Michallik begin this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to the news that Mauricio Pochettino has taken a meeting with AC Milan over their head coaching vacancy. Are Pochettino's wandering eyes a concern for the USMNT at the World Cup? Next, Neymar has a calf injury, and his status for Brazil's opener is in doubt. Should we have seen this coming? Herc and Cristina make their CONCACAF Champions Cup Final predictions. The show closes out with some Julián Alvarez transfer talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! We open today's show discussing the recent news that USA manager Mauricio Pochettino has been in contact with AC Milan to potentially join the Italian side after the coming World Cup. Was the hire a mistake from the beginning or should USA fans have known this was bound to be a short-term relationship? After, Alexi and Mosse break down Chris Richards and Crystal Palace winning the UEFA Conference League, the Champions League final this weekend between Arsenal and PSG, and the all Liga MX CONCACAF Champions Cup final as well. Then, the pair jump into superlatives for the World Cup this summer: who is going to win the Golden Boot and Golden Ball, their hottest takes entering the tournament, who is this year's dark horse and much more. In #AskAlexi, we discuss how Alexi would approach managing the USA team and then break down Jesse Marsch's contract extension with the Canadian national team. Finally, in One for the Road, Alexi and Mosse react to Tom Brady and Zlatan Ibrahimović's one-on-one sit down. Presented by Zillow #Zillow Mauricio Pochettino linked to AC Milan (2:04)Arsenal and PSG meet in UCL final (10:20)World Cup Superlatives: Golden Boot (13:53)World Cup Superlatives: Golden Ball (16:55)World Cup Superlatives: Most fun Group Stage match (18:16)World Cup Superlatives: Dark horse of the tournament (20:06)World Cup Superlatives: USA player that will surprise fans (21:52)World Cup Superlatives: Hottest take (24:10)World Cup Superlatives: Final predictions (27:27)#AskAlexi: How would Alexi coach the USA team (30:00)One for the Road: Tom Brady and Zlatan (38:33) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, and Janusz Michallik begin this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to the news that Mauricio Pochettino has taken a meeting with AC Milan over their head coaching vacancy. Are Pochettino's wandering eyes a concern for the USMNT at the World Cup? Next, Neymar has a calf injury, and his status for Brazil's opener is in doubt. Should we have seen this coming? Herc and Cristina make their CONCACAF Champions Cup Final predictions. The show closes out with some Julián Alvarez transfer talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Mendola joins Jeremy and Joe to discuss the upcoming World Cup and the sticker shock surrounding ticket prices for American fans. They analyze Mauricio Pochettino's leadership and whether the USMNT roster can live up to the Golden Generation hype. The conversation also previews the Champions League Final between Arsenal and PSG. 01:13 - World Cup Theme Debates 04:47 - Ticket Price Sticker Shock 08:31 - Mauricio Pochettino And US Talent 14:43 - US Group Stage Outlook 24:31 - Champions League Final Preview
Big Weekend Preview is here! Rog and Herculez Gomez react to the breaking news that Mauricio Pochettino has reportedly met with AC Milan representatives just 15 days before the USMNT opens its campaign. They discuss the brutal timing, the optics for a national team already struggling to generate belief, and whether Pochettino can still show a clear plan in Sunday's Senegal tune-up before the games finally count.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The FC Crew react to Barcelona reportedly preparing a bid for Atletico Madrid's star Julian Alvarez as they are also closing in on a deal for Newcastle's Anthony Gordon, asking if attack is where they need to be spending their money. Also, predictions for Saturday's UCL final between PSG and Arsenal. Then, the latest on Mauricio Pochettino to Milan and Andoni Iraola to Bayer Leverkusen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest edition of Caught Offside with Andrew Gundling and JJ Devaney... it's one of our favorite episodes of the year... the annual English Premier League Devundling Award Spectacular! We'll be handing out awards for everything from Manager of the Season to Most Improved Player of the Season to Match of the Season and so many more including a new award titled the "Henderson-Cambiasso Player of the Season" where we're given the space to show how smart we are. Plus: we revisit our preseason predictions and hold ourselves accountable for the ridiculous things we thought were going to happen this season!For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! In our most recent episode, it's the Devundling Award Show After Party! We're hangin out talking Champions League Final, Mauricio Pochettino coaching rumors and so much more!For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - Spring has sprung, you've made it through the winter, so buy yourself a present! Get a Caught Offside t-shirt!---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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
Hey, soccer fans! Time to pivot to World Cup coverage and analysis! Nick starts with a breakdown of the roster as selected by head coach of the USMNT, Mauricio Pochettino. Stars like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Tyler Adams are no surprise, but the inclusion of Tim Ream, Cristian Roldan, and Max Arfsten have people questioning their value and role on the team. Omissions of Diego Luna and Zavier Gozo also had people raising eyebrows. Tune in to hear Nick's takes on all the news surrounding the squad. Nick also gets into a discussion about Chicago Fire goalkeeper Chris Brady's selection to the team. There is no doubt Brady deserves the call-up, but can he compete for minutes with Matt Turner and Matt Freese? Also, we look at Brady's recent fine from Major League Soccer for embellishment, and Nick asks the difficult question if Brady is getting a bad reputation from the officials. Don't forget to go back and check out Nick's conversation with American soccer legend, Clint Mathis, in a prior episode. 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.
On this Wednesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid covers protesters gathering yesterday near Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence at Gracie Mansion on the Upper East Side, accusing him of failing to protect Jewish New Yorkers. In other news of the day, a vote at the Park Slope Food Co-op last night intensified an already heated debate among members over whether the grocery should boycott Israeli products amid the ongoing conflict involving Israel and Gaza, President Trump had another medical exam yesterday - putting his health under renewed public scrutiny as he has worked to dismiss concerns over his age and stamina, United States men's national team coach Mauricio Pochettino named his 26-player roster for the 2026 World Cup yesterday - with mainstays Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie headlining the group, and Sid previews the Manhattan Jewish Experience hosting its 27th annual dinner at the Museum of Jewish Heritage tonight where he'll be a featured speaker and guest. Joe Tacopina, Rabbi Mark Wildes, Peter King, Rich Lowry & Tom Emmer join Sid on this hump day installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a full Wall Pass Wednesday on SDH AMWe go from the USMNT announcement in New York- hearing from head coach Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, Tim Ream, Tyler Adams, and Weston McKennie We look at the Copa results from last night as well...Hour 2 has MLSSoccer.com's Dylan Butler on the weekend past plus Gabe Schray drops by from Greensboro on the MLS NEXT Pro shocker on Carolina Core
Mauricio Pochettino named his 26-man USMNT roster for the 2026 World Cup, and Jason Longshore breaks down every key decision: the bold inclusion of Gio Reyna over Diego Luna, Alejandro Zendejas earning his spot, the tactical vision behind the Robinson and Dest wingback system, and what the midfield construction tells you about how Pochettino plans to play in Group D. Then, the latest World Cup updates including Sunday's USA vs. Senegal send-off match in Charlotte and everything else happening around the globe ahead of June 12. The 3-4-3 covers Atlanta United's rough close to the first portion of the season, the WPSL kicking off locally this weekend, and the LSA Mustangs hosting the El Salvador U20 national team Sunday night at Meadowcreek High School. In Stoppage Time: a deeper look at Pochettino as a manager, his philosophy, and what his tenure so far tells us about how he will handle the pressure of a home World Cup. Then, a full halftime report on Atlanta United: the first 14 games, what has worked, what has not, and what the club needs to figure out across 20 matches after the World Cup break to make a real push in the second half of the season. Atlanta Soccer Tonight airs nightly on 92.9 The Game starting June 1 through July 19. Full show and Stoppage Time available every night on the 92.9 The Game YouTube channel and on demand here on the Off The Woodwork podcast.
Troy Parrott wrote himself into Irish sporting folklore last November following his two goals against Portugal which kept Ireland's dreams alive of qualifying for their first men's World Cup in 24 years.He then went one further after bagging a hat-trick against Hungary in Budapest, where his last-minute goal sent the country into pandemonium. It wasn't to be in Prague, despite his efforts of scoring a penalty both in normal time and in the shootout as Ireland's dreams were ultimately dashed.However, this has been the year of all years for the boy from the north inner city.A Dutch Cup win with AZ Alkmaar, added to a record goal-scoring season, means that Parrott is on his way to the elite echelons of the footballing world.But how did he get here?Inner Drive tells the story of how Parrott made it all the way from Stella Maris to Belvedere and then to his first English club, Tottenham Hotspur.In episode one, Parrott explains how he became a striker, and what his development was like in the early years.Serving an apprenticeship at Spurs, and what it was like working with the likes of Harry Kane, Mauricio Pochettino and Jose Mourinho.And his mother Jennifer explains how football kept him out of trouble, and how that she was a relaxed spectator on the side-line.Inner Drive on Off The Ball is brought to you by Allianz, proud sponsor of Irish sports To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
Troy Parrott wrote himself into Irish sporting folklore last November following his two goals against Portugal which kept Ireland's dreams alive of qualifying for their first men's World Cup in 24 years.He then went one further after bagging a hat-trick against Hungary in Budapest, where his last-minute goal sent the country into pandemonium. It wasn't to be in Prague, despite his efforts of scoring a penalty both in normal time and in the shootout as Ireland's dreams were ultimately dashed.However, this has been the year of all years for the boy from the north inner city.A Dutch Cup win with AZ Alkmaar, added to a record goal-scoring season, means that Parrott is on his way to the elite echelons of the footballing world.But how did he get here?Inner Drive tells the story of how Parrott made it all the way from Stella Maris to Belvedere and then to his first English club, Tottenham Hotspur.In episode one, Parrott explains how he became a striker, and what his development was like in the early years.Serving an apprenticeship at Spurs, and what it was like working with the likes of Harry Kane, Mauricio Pochettino and Jose Mourinho.And his mother Jennifer explains how football kept him out of trouble, and how that she was a relaxed spectator on the side-line.Inner Drive on Off The Ball is brought to you by Allianz, proud sponsor of Irish sports To become a member and access our exclusive content simply click: here:http://offtheball.com/join
¡Oficial! Mauricio Pochettino presenta la lista definitiva de 26 convocados de Estados Unidos para el Mundial 2026. Analizamos las sorpresas junto a fragmentos de la entrevista exclusiva de Andrés Cantor al DT y platicamos en vivo con la leyenda Marcelo Balboa. Además, ¡España y Colombia lanzan sus nóminas y Cruz Azul festeja la décima! Todo en Fútbol de Primera. Temas de hoy: ✅ La lista de Pochettino: Repasamos uno a uno los 26 elegidos para representar a las barras y las estrellas. Escuchamos las confesiones que le hizo "Poch" a Andrés Cantor sobre el armado del plantel y debatimos en vivo con Marcelo Balboa sobre las opciones de este equipo.
On the latest installment of The Deuce, Presented by Allstate, USMNT legend Clint Dempsey and Rog react LIVE to the United States roster for this summer's international showdown. Who made the cut? Who got snubbed? And what does Mauricio Pochettino's squad tell us about the future of the national team?Check out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4rA5fGzJoin our Discord! https://discord.gg/9dUpP2pHHUSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The FC crew react to Mauricio Pochettino naming the USMNT roster for the upcoming World Cup and question why the manager couldn't call the players who didn't make the squad. Plus, Sid Lowe joins the show to break down the unprecedented elections at Real Madrid and look ahead to tomorrow's UEFA Conference League final between Crystal Palace & Rayo Vallecano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Cooligans are LIVE from the roster reveal for the United States men's national soccer team ahead of the FIFA World Cup! We kick things off with instant reactions to the vibe, tension, excitement, and atmosphere surrounding one of the biggest moments in American soccer. What does this roster tell us about expectations for a World Cup on home soil, and what are fans already feeling about this squad? Then, USMNT left back Antonee Robinson joins the show to talk about hearing his name called, the emotion of being selected, and the unity building inside the team ahead of the tournament. Later, former USMNT star and MLS legend Kyle Martino stops by to discuss the long-term impact this World Cup could have on the country, the expectations surrounding the squad, and what success should realistically look like. To close it out, we react to your best comments and answer the biggest questions: How far will the USMNT go? Who will become the breakout stars of the tournament? And what should the ideal starting XI look like when the games finally begin? Predictions, debates, and live reactions — all from the front row of a massive moment for American soccer. Timestamps: (7:30) - Antonee Robinson joins the Cooligans (14:30) - Kyle Martino joins the Cooligans (25:30) - USMNT World Cup Predictions and takes Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
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
The leaked USMNT World Cup roster is here and The Cooligans are diving into every shocking inclusion and painful omission. Did Mauricio Pochettino get it right leaving Diego Luna and Tanner Tessmann off the list? Should Gio Reyna and Alejandro Zendejas have made the squad? Christian and Alexis debate the biggest roster controversies and what these decisions say about the future of the U.S. Men's National Team heading into the World Cup. Then, former Mexico striker Javier “Chicharito” Hernández joins the show for one of the most thoughtful football conversations we've had in a long time. Chicharito opens up about the biggest problems in Mexican soccer, why fans need to rethink how they support players, how he developed his instincts as a striker, and why Hugo Sánchez still doesn't get enough respect as one of the greatest goal scorers the sport has ever seen. Plus, we react to one of the tensest Premier League decision days in recent memory. West Ham are down, Tottenham somehow survive, Sunderland are headed to Europe in their first season back in the top flight, and Pep Guardiola says goodbye to the Premier League in emotional fashion. Is Pep the greatest manager football has ever seen? We debate it all. .Timestamps: (1:30) - Reacting to USMNT's leaked World Cup roster (25:30) - Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez joins the Cooligans (1:09:30) - West Ham eliminated, Tottenham survive relegation (1:18:00) - Sunderland qualify for European football (1:22:30) - Pep Guardiola says goodbye to Manchester City Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT World Cup roster is here, and the debates are already underway. David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down the biggest roster surprises, concerns about the squad balance, and what the selections say about Pochettino's approach heading into the World Cup.The crew also digs into Nashville's Supporters' Shield form, Inter Miami's wild 6-4 win over Philadelphia, Columbus finding its footing again, Charlotte moving on from Wilfried Zaha, and some of the biggest MLS storylines before the World Cup break.0:00 Intro 7:38 USMNT World Cup Roster Reaction15:34 Too Many Defenders, Not Enough Midfielders?28:06 Who Starts in Midfield?39:46 Nashville Leads the Shield Race47:03 iPhones, Tired Legs and Lots of Goals50:31 Columbus Rehabilitation 56:48 Zaha Says Goodbye to Charlotte1:03:51 Miami & Philly's 10-Goal Thriller1:13:06 Vancouver Atop the West1:22:37 San Jose Finally Wins in Portland
Fox Sports lead soccer analyst Alexi Lalas joins Brian Kilmeade in studio to break down the upcoming World Cup and look back at the historic "Summer of '94" tournament. Lalas delivers a passionate take on why a USMNT World Cup victory would eclipse the legendary "Miracle on Ice" and issues a firm "no excuses" warning to the current squad. Plus, hear their reactions to new head coach Mauricio Pochettino's vision for uniting the American fanbase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On the latest edition of Caught Offside with Andrew Gundling and JJ Devaney... well, they did it. And look, we know we've been hard on Arsenal at times this season. And so, in honor of your incredible Premier League triumph, we come to you with this peace offering: an Arsenal edition of "Only Nice Things." Take it or leave it (but definitely take it).Then, as if Arsenal fans couldn't be any more joyful, we discuss Tottenham's relegation scrap with West Ham going down to the final day. Could it actually happen? Could Spurs really get relegated?? The boys look ahead to what might be the most uncomfortably tense 90-minutes in most Spurs fans lives.Plus: with this being our last pod prior to Mauricio Pochettino revealing the USMNT's 26-man roster for the World Cup, we wanted to give you our predictions for the team. Who's going, who's not and which decisions did we have the hardest time with? All that and much much more on this edition of Caught Offside!For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! In our most recent episode, we've got a great Mailbag special for you! We discuss our all-time favorite travel destinations, Inter Miami players vs Inter Miami supporters and what sports superstitions (if any) do we adhere to.For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - Spring has sprung, you've made it through the winter, so buy yourself a present! Get a Caught Offside t-shirt!---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Arsenal are finally Premier League champions! After more than two decades of heartbreak, near-misses, memes, and endless “bottlers” jokes, Mikel Arteta's side has officially brought the title back to North London. Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss whether this championship changes Arsenal's reputation forever and if this young squad could become the next true Premier League dynasty. Plus, NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani reacts to Arsenal's title win and explains his new initiative aimed at helping New Yorkers get affordable tickets for the upcoming World Cup. Then, former USMNT midfielder and Fox Sports analyst Stu Holden joins The Cooligans to preview the massive summer ahead for American soccer. Stu opens up about the pressure facing the USMNT during a home World Cup, why he believes this tournament will transform soccer culture in the United States forever, and what advice he would give Christian Pulisic as the face of American soccer heading into the biggest moment of his career. Finally, the boys reveal their six World Cup dark horses and debate which nations could shock the football world this summer. Can the USMNT finally make a serious run on home soil? Which under-the-radar squads are being overlooked? And what teams have the perfect mix of talent, chemistry, and chaos to become this tournament's surprise story? .Timestamps: (8:00) - Arsenal win the Premier League! Bottlers no more? (27:00) - Zohran Mamdani joins the Cooligans (31:00) - Stu Holden joins the Cooligans (1:04:00) - Revealing World Cup dark horses Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
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
On the latest installment of The Deuce, Presented by Allstate, USMNT legend Clint Dempsey returns for all encompassing conversation with Rog on the state of the U.S. Men's National Team. Clint dives into Mauricio Pochettino's recent comments regarding American football fandom, how Christian Pulisic is navigating a difficult club season at AC Milan, and why winning an FA Cup has lifted Crystal Palace's Chris Richards to new heights.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.