Podcast appearances and mentions of Mauricio Pochettino

Jason and the Rodius got together for a very special holiday/alien edition of The Best Soccer Show. The boys talked about MLS Cup, discussed the USMNT draw and World Cup warmup schedule, and pondered some roster choices for head coach Mauricio Pochettino.

Americans shining on Europe's biggest stage. You love to see it! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi building on their Champions League tallies (04:09). Not to be outdone, Weston McKennie also got on the scoresheet, but does the Juve Swiss Army Knife need to be a USMNT starter (10:52)? Jimmy sparks a lively debate by questioning the rationale of playing Senegal in May (28:31). The guys project Mauricio Pochettino's 26-man World Cup roster, and agonize over who to cut (46:17)! And they close out by dipping into the CIWYW Mailbag (59:37)! Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CharlieDavies9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TMeola1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on soccer⁠ For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/⁠ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/⁠ And sportsbook promos: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jack is joined by Adam Nathan from An Echo of Glory to react to another great night in Europe as Spurs dispatched Slavia Prague. We discuss whether Thomas Frank is finally turning the corner, fuelled by the burgeoning synergy between Xavi Simons and Archie Gray and how pivotal that partnership will be for the rest of the campaign. Conversation then shifts to Mauricio Pochettino, who told the BBC this week that he has "unfinished business" in the Premier League. We ask the big question: would we actually have him back? Is the romanticism worth the risk, or should that door remain closed? Adam then tackles listener questions, including a deep dive into the pros and cons of Pedro Porro... is his attacking output enough to justify the defensive questions? Theme is Ghost Cat by Gillen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Adam Belz of The Scuffed Podcast joins Jeremiah to discuss the recent USMNT World Cup draw. They also dug into roster decisions leading up to the World Cup and of course, Cristian Roldan's place on the roster. To round the conversation out the two conversed about whether or not Mauricio Pochettino is exactly the right coach for the USMNT for all the reasons no one really expected.Sponsor

Adam Belz of The Scuffed Podcast joins Jeremiah to discuss the recent USMNT World Cup draw. They also dug into roster decisions leading up to the World Cup and of course, Cristian Roldan's place on the roster. To round the conversation out the two conversed about whether or not Mauricio Pochettino is exactly the right coach for the USMNT for all the reasons no one really expected.Sponsor

The USMNT isn't alone in feeling good about Group D. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss how Australia and Paraguay reacted to the World Cup draw and Mike Grella's disparaging comments, and whether Team USA fared better than fellow co-hosts Mexico and Canada. Mauricio Pochettino has to whittle down his player pool, and Tyler Adams sets a lofty benchmark for the Stars and Stripes. A flu-stricken Christian Pulisic saves the day for AC Milan, but can he parlay his club form into an iconic World Cup performance? The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins to talk about FIFA's water breaks as well as Inter Miami clinching the MLS Cup. What are the next steps for the Herons and the rest of the league? And Lionel Messi follows in Tony's footsteps by scooping the MLS MVP Award! 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

In this episode, we highlight an important interview with Mauricio Pochettino by Andres Cantor, which outlines critical insights often ignored by English-language media. We break down Pochettino’s key points on how the US can aspire to be a top-tier soccer nation, addressing issues of player entitlement, cultural differences, and systemic challenges. We also share our […]

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros give their live reaction to the World Cup Draw. The boys discuss the USMNT's group — which includes Australia and Paraguay — and how far the Stars and Stripes can go next summer. They also look at the draw overall and reveal their pick for the “Group of Death.”Then, Christian and Alexis break down the tournament's biggest juggernauts, including England, France, Portugal, Spain, and Argentina, and share who they think is primed for a deep run. They also compare Ronaldo and Messi's legacies ahead of what is likely each of their final World Cups.Finally, they reveal their dark horses for the tournament and predict who will hoist the World Cup in July. They also discuss how far the USMNT will go — and what would qualify as a successful tournament for the Red, White, and Blue. (2:00) – USMNT World Cup Group Preview(16:30) – Examining Each Potential “Group of Death”(25:15) – Which Juggernaut Is Primed to Win It All?(36:00) – Ronaldo vs. Messi: One Last Time?(41:00) – Who's the World Cup Dark Horse?(49:00) – Predicting the 2026 World Cup Winner(51:30) – Breaking Down the Remaining Six WC Spots(56:00) – How Far Will the USMNT Go in 2026? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Jumping for joy or cautiously optimistic? Either way, it could've been much worse. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT's 2026 World Cup draw: Paraguay, Australia, and one of Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye. The crew sizes up how co-hosts Mexico and Canada fared, debates whether a 48-team tournament can even have a true “group of death,” and revisits the Stars and Stripes' recent clashes with Paraguay and Australia. Charlie talks about the mood in D.C. and shares Mauricio Pochettino's reaction, and the guys lament the glaring absence of U.S. Soccer during the draw ceremony and take some questions. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CharlieDavies9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@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

In this episode of PSP, host Nii Wallace-Bruce reviews a busy November FIFA international window, highlighting World Cup qualifying matches and the status of qualified teams for the upcoming tournament (14:07). Expert guest Jason Longshore, the voice of the Atlanta United from 92.9 The Game, discusses the U.S. men's national team's recent performance (01:39), including Mauricio Pochettino's squad building and the future potential of American soccer (04:08). Later, the conversation also covers the MLS's impending schedule shift to align with European markets (22:19) and its impacts on the transfer market (29:11) and domestic competitions like the U.S. Open Cup (33:07). Additionally, NWB and Longshore delve into the return of Tata Martino to Atlanta United, marking a momentous reunion (39:50), and the newly announced NWSL team in Atlanta (43:04). Concluding with insights into upcoming playoffs and the draw for the 2026 World Cup, this episode offers a comprehensive look at significant shifts in North American soccer.---------------Jason Longshore:InstagramTwitterSoccer Down Here---------------Check out our website#NoSportLeftBehindLeave a review and let us know what you thought!Opening and closing music courtesy of Jeremiah Alves - "Evermore".

In this episode, we dissect Mauricio Pochettino’s game-changing approach with the USMNT, from their pressing prowess in beating Paraguay and Uruguay to his bold press conference challenging media disrespect and player entitlement. We examine fan and media U-turns, the benefits of a foreign coach in reshaping US soccer culture, roster insights including surprises like Max […]

It's a massive week on Call It What You Want as Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola gear up for Friday's World Cup draw. With the entire soccer world buzzing, the guys dive into Mauricio Pochettino's unfiltered comments on player entitlement, the USMNT's ceiling, and why he has felt slighted by fellow coaches and media members (03:03). Christian Pulisic's absence from the U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year finalists raises eyebrows (19:05), and Tony takes us back to the 1994 World Cup draw with stories from his own experience pulling balls out of pots (26:38). The crew breaks down FIFA's procedures, how the pots shake out, and which teams the U.S. absolutely wants to avoid next summer (32:19). Plus, Tyler Adams' stroke of genius against Sunderland sparks a spirited debate over the greatest Premier League goals ever scored by an American (48:08). And northwest meets southeast as Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps square off in the MLS Cup Final (58:44). 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

Christian Polanco and Taylor Twellman react to Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps' dominant performances in the MLS Conference Finals. Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami finally hoist the MLS Cup, or can Thomas Müller's gritty Vancouver side spoil the celebrations?Next, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS and USMNT legend Clint Dempsey to chat all things USMNT, including what Mauricio Pochettino has changed within the squad to spark their current resurgence. Clint also shares his thoughts on what the new Summer–Spring calendar will mean for Major League Soccer.Later, Clint discusses the USMNT's striker dilemma and why he believes competition for the starting spot is a good thing. Timestamps:(2:45) – Are Inter Miami unstoppable?(13:00) – Can Thomas Müller & Co. spoil Miami's party?(18:30) – MLS Cup Final preview(28:45) – Breaking down the USMNT ahead of the World Cup(36:00) – Clint Dempsey reacts to the new MLS calendar change(41:00) – Breaking down the USMNT's striker dilemma Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

The FC crew discusses the London Derby between Chelsea and Arsenal and whether Chelsea can close the gap on Arsenal in the Premier League title race. Then, the FC crew gives their World Cup dream draws for the 2026 World Cup draw. Plus, reaction to Mauricio Pochettino's comments on wanting the United States to 'think big' for the 2026 World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Friedel played his college ball at UCLA and had a stint at Liverpool before a longer and seriously fruitful one at Blackburn Rovers. He also stopped shots for Aston Villa and for Tottenham Hotspur, where in his final season he ran into a guy named Mauricio Pochettino. The goalkeeper, who was capped 82 times for the U.S. Men's National Team, got a front-row seat to the Argentine's methods when he came in and transformed the club, and his faith has never wavered that Pochettino will deliver now as head coach of the American team.We talked about all that when Friedel joined the show this Thanksgiving week, but we also got into a fascinating early chapter of his career. In 1995, he went off to Istanbul to play for Graeme Souness at Galatasaray. Along the way, he got a true taste of one of the world's most combustible football derbies, Galatasaray against Fenerbahce, the latest edition of which will play out this coming Monday.Friedel talked the derby, his times with Brian Clough and Kevin Keegan, and a bit about life in Istanbul.Get more sharp coverage of the world's game at TheFootballWeekend.com ↗️ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea rolled back the years with a vintage Champions League performance as Estevão dazzled and Barcelona crumbled. Manchester City, meanwhile, were left to rue Pep Guardiola's rotation gamble after a shock defeat to Bayer Leverkusen snapped their long home unbeaten run in Europe. And in a revealing conversation with Andrés Cantor, USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino opened up on culture resets, criticism, and the belief he wants to instill ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Plus: a full Wednesday matchday preview, NWSL record-breaking numbers, big developments across Brazil and Liga MX, the latest on the World Cup draw, and a loaded Refill from around the globe.

The USMNT earned a very scrappy win against Paraguay and then drubbed Uruguay 5-1 — what might be the signature win of the Mauricio Pochettino era.What does this mean in the short term and long term?Bart and Thomas reflect on this big November window.Support the show: buymeacoffee.com/soccerforuspod

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to a crazy weekend in the MLS playoffs. First, LAFC were stunned by the Vancouver Whitecaps — how did it all go down, and does this make Vancouver the Western Conference favorites? Then, Inter Miami dominated FC Cincinnati. Will Javier Mascherano bench Luis Suárez permanently?Next, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS and USMNT center back Tim Ream to chat all things USMNT, including Gio Reyna's unlikely return. How will the USMNT prepare heading into the final stretch before the World Cup, and what difference has Pochettino made for the team?Later, the boys break down whether Arsenal can stave off competition from Man City and Chelsea and continue their impressive start to the season. They also look at Liverpool's struggles and what that means for Arne Slot.Timestamps:(6:30) – LAFC stunned by 9-man Vancouver(20:00) – Are Inter Miami better off without Luis Suárez?(37:00) – NYCFC eliminate top-seeded Philadelphia Union(47:30) – Tim Ream joins The Cooligans(1:02:00) – Can anyone catch Arsenal in the title race? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Tom & Dunny are back to discuss a very successful U.S. Men's National Team camp, Gio Reyna's inclusion in the squad, the big win over Uruguay and what it means, Mauricio Pochettino's problem with the “first team v. second team” narrative, Dunny's dinner adventure in Tampa, some of the best stories coming out of World Cup qualifying & more! Sorry Tim.  Follow Week in the Tackle on ⁠Twitter⁠ and Instagram and be sure to subscribe to our ⁠YouTube⁠ channel to get full episodes and clips of the show! Follow Tom Rennie on ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠. Follow Brian Dunseth on ⁠Instagram⁠. Follow Tim Horsey on ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Was this the group of American players that you expected to see put in the best USMNT performance of 2025? Perhaps not, but don't tell that to Mauricio Pochettino! We'll go in-depth on how this squad managed to systematically take Marcelo Bielsa's side apart, we'll hear from Poch as he vehemently defends the squad that did it and we'll share some of our big takeaways from a topsy turvy year in U.S. Soccer.For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! We've just posted a new episode where we talk our way through the International competition vs Club football debate and we discuss Gennaro Gattuso's comments about UEFA deserving more love from FIFA when it comes to World Cup Qualifying.To sign up, just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)!And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! In this episode, Alexi and Mosse break down the USMNT's DOMINANT 5-1 win over Uruguay and some fiery comments made by manager Mauricio Pochettino in the buildup to the match. We ask such questions as where does this big win leave the USMNT going into the new year, what players stood out the most, and should our “regular” starters be worried? Around the globe, 42 of the 48 teams for next summer's World Cup are set and Alexi and Mosse react to some major wins by Erling Haaland and Norway, Ireland and Scotland plus major drama in CONCACAF. In #AskAlexi, the USMNT's potential geographic path to the World Cup final is discussed and in One for the Road, Alexi recounts his trip to Tampa to watch the USMNT run rampant on Uruguay. Intro (0:00)USMNT Recap: MLS runs riot over Uruguay (5:39)Pochettino's fiery comments: (21:56)WCQ Recap: 42 out of 48 teams set (31:50)#AskAlexi: Who has benefited most under Poch? (43:22) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa tie a bow on the USMNT's dominant international break, and shoot down suggestions that beating Paraguay and Uruguay truly qualify as “signature” wins (02:54). Mauricio Pochettino pushes back on questions about his “regular starters,” so should the likes of Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams be worried (15:06)? Marcelo is put on the hot seat to reveal his roster locks for the 2026 World Cup (26:58). The guys dig into what missing the March camp could signal for players (41:43), recap the drama and heartbreak from Concacaf's qualifying finale (47:46), and look ahead to four mouth-watering MLS Conference Semifinal matchups as the playoffs heat up (55:55). 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

Glenn talks a stunning U.S. win and Mauricio Pochettino elevating and defending his team, Stunning World Cup Qualifiers and Victor Araiza on the Mexico downward spiral.

On today's show, Joe Lowery looks back at the United States men's national team's final games of 2025 to ask: what did we learn about Mauricio Pochettino's team? Then, it's on to a preview of the MLS conference semifinal clashes coming up this weekend (and Monday).If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog and Vamos' Herc Gomez breakdown the fever dream of a victory that was USMNT 5-1 Uruguay, including an incredible performance from Alex Freeman, what Sebastian Berhalter's set pieces unlock for this team, the continued resurgence of Gio Reyna, and how this USMNT squad has suddenly gelled under Mauricio Pochettino. Plus, Rog and Herc react to this international window as whole and what it all means as we head into the 2026 World Cup.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexis Nunes, Herculez Gomez, Kasey Keller, and Alejandro Moreno break down the USMNT's 5-1 win against Uruguay, including Alex Freeman scoring two goals. Then, a discussion reacting to Mauricio Pochettino's post-game reaction and players who impressed for the November window. Then, reaction to CONCACAF Final matches and find out which team has qualified for the World Cup.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Matt Doyle give their live reaction to the USMNT's historically dominant 5–1 win over Uruguay. Does Mauricio Pochettino have the team coming together at the right time, or is this just luck? Should the USMNT rely on Gio Reyna more going forward?Then, Christian and Matt share their biggest takeaways from the match, as well as their grade for the USMNT during this window. They also explain why Alex Freeman and Sebastian Berhalter impressed them the most against Uruguay.Finally, they look at the window as a whole and reveal who they think has locked up a roster spot for the USMNT at the World Cup. (0:00) – Match recap(6:00) – Breaking down USMNT's historic win(12:00) – The Gio Reyna dilemma(22:30) – USMNT vs. Uruguay: Players of the Game(32:30) – USMNT stock up / stock down Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

What did we just witness?! The USMNT close out 2025 with a signature win with a 5-1 demolition of Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay. Jimmy Conrad is joined by Jonathan Bornstein and Tab Ramos to break down every angle of a wild night in Tampa. The guys dig into Mauricio Pochettino's heavily rotated lineup and how MLS standouts Sebastian Berhalter, Alex Freeman, and Diego Luna powered the U.S. to a stunning 4-0 lead. They assess the cultural shift under Poch, spotlight top individual performances, and react to Tab's declaration that Gio Reyna is a lock. Plus: why didn't Ricardo Pepi see the field, what should the minimum expectations be for 2026, and which players deserve the closest watch ahead of the March friendlies? 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

Curacao and Haiti make history in World Cup qualifying while Panama punches through and Jamaica and Suriname get tossed into the playoff pressure cooker. Jason digs into a 5-star USMNT performance against Uruguay, Mauricio Pochettino's “no regulars” message, Mexico's worrying skid, and Craig Gordon's emotional World Cup return with Scotland. Plus MLS roster moves, serious questions around Ernst Tanner in Philadelphia, what NWSL GMs are really saying about the league's future, and a quick Refill from Canada's Northern Super League to Barcelona's Camp Nou comeback.

The U.S. men's national team delivered a signature win, smashing Uruguay 5–1 in Tampa behind breakout performances, sharp finishing, and Mauricio Pochettino's fiery postgame message. We break down what it means, who stood out, and why this one hits differently. Then we head to Hampden Park, where Scotland produced one of their most dramatic nights in years — a chaotic, emotional 4–2 win over Denmark to punch their World Cup ticket. Plus, an absolutely wild night in Concacaf as Curaçao, Haiti, and Panama all booked their places at the 2026 World Cup in stunning fashion. All that, plus the latest on Europe's qualifiers, NWSL Championship week, Real Madrid's potential ownership shake-up, and more on a jam-packed Atlanta Soccer Tonight.

Alexis Nunes, Herculez Gomez, Kasey Keller, and Alejandro Moreno break down the USMNT's 5-1 win against Uruguay, including Alex Freeman scoring two goals. Then, a discussion reacting to Mauricio Pochettino's post-game reaction and players who impressed for the November window. Then, reaction to CONCACAF Final matches and find out which team has qualified for the World Cup.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mauricio Pochettino has unlocked a new fire and desire in this pool of USMNT players; fighting for the badge, winning in style, and having flexibility in tactical approach. A star was born in Alex Freeman tonight, as the United States embarrassed Uruguay off the pitch. Follow Yanks Abroad Social Channels:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yanksabroadInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/yanksabroadpod/Twitter - https://twitter.com/yanksabroadpod#USMNT #Pochettino #gioreyna #folarinbalogun #WorldCup #Soccer

Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies keep the November window rolling with a full preview of the USMNT's final match of 2025 - a friendly against South American powerhouse Uruguay. The guys revisit the win over Paraguay (02:03), dive into Gio Reyna's instant impact despite limited club minutes, and debate whether Jimmy should reconsider his previous claim that Reyna won't make the World Cup roster (08:26). They also examine Tim Ream's enduring value to the backline (26:12) and break down Mauricio Pochettino's lineup choices as he prepares to face his mentor, Marcelo Bielsa (33:41). Plus, a temperature check on co-hosts Mexico and Canada ahead of next summer (46:00). 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

In the wake of the USMNT's 2-1 over Paraguay, Andrew gives his top takeaway on the match and the team as a whole. Among other things, we'll dive into:-Gio Reyna making his mark.-Some questions remaining at centerback.-The press starting to (hopefully) emerge as this team's identity.-The beginnings of a Mauricio Pochettino fan apology tour???All that and much much more on a USMNT reaction pod edition of Caught Offside!For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! We've just posted a really fun mailbag addressing everything from where we'd most want to live if it couldn't be America or Ireland to the player we'd most want to clone and have play all 11 positions.To sign up, just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)!And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog is joined by Vamos' Herculez Gomez to preview the USMNT's second to last window before the World Cup. They begin with the surprise return of Gio Reyna, then assess a roster missing Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Chris Richards. They touch on Mauricio Pochettino's messaging, Tyler Adams's absence and the options to cover his role. The pair close with predictions for the upcoming friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay.Find our interview with Gio Reyna here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meCZ37gmi9cSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A note to our listeners that this interview was recorded prior to Tyler Adams' injury-induced withdrawal from USMNT camp. In the latest episode of The Captain presented by Verizon, Bournemouth and USMNT midfielder Tyler Adams joins Rog to relive his goal at Manchester City and break down the craft of the perfect set piece. Then, Tyler talks Bournemouth's identity and how they wear teams down. Lastly, Adams touches on the USMNT's competition in the midfield, and life as a dad after the birth of his second child.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Weston McKennie being left off the November USMNT roster. Should Mauricio Pochettino have selected the midfielder just months ahead of the World Cup? The boys also pick their best XI from this roster and highlight one fringe player they believe deserves to make the World Cup squad.Next, Christian and Alexis react to the shocking news that MLS has decided to switch to a fall–spring schedule starting in 2027. Is this the right move for the league? And how will MLS adapt to the European soccer calendar?Later, the boys preview both NWSL semifinal matchups and give their predictions — including who they guarantee will win it all. (6:30) – No McKennie or Pulisic: Time for USMNT to Panic?(17:00) – USMNT November Best XI Predictions(25:30) – USMNT Player Spotlight: Who Deserves to Make the World Cup Roster?(30:00) – MLS Approves Change to Fall–Spring Calendar(48:00) – NWSL Playoffs Semifinal Preview Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola are back to preview Saturday's showdown with Paraguay! Before diving into the matchup, the guys react to Christian Pulisic's exclusive with CBS Sports, why he's sitting out this camp, what Gio Reyna's return means for the USMNT, and the cultural shift underway under Mauricio Pochettino (03:51). Then it's all eyes on Paraguay: who they are, how they play (27:48), and what lineup tweaks Poch might have up his sleeve (36:53). Plus, possible big changes to the MLS calendar (51:03) and, of course, the guys' score predictions (58:23)! 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

Herculez Gomez and Ale Moreno talk about another USMNT key player in Tyler Adams missing out on the November friendlies. Then, reaction to Mauricio Pochettino's comments on missing the Premier League. Plus, discussion on whether the MLS should pursue Neymar and Messi taking a secret visit to Camp Nou. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back for a new episode of State of the Union. Alexi gives his thoughts on the USMNT's November roster and the news that Tyler Adams has joined the likes of Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie, no longer on the roster. Gio Reyna and Sergiño Dest both made appearances for their clubs this weekend but there is still no sign of the injured Antonee “Jedi” Robinson, leading Mauricio Pochettino to admit he is “worried” about the fullback. In the States, the conference semifinals are set in the MLS Cup Playoffs where the likes of Lionel Messi and Son Heung-Min are still alive and fighting for a title. In #AskAlexi, we argue against the idea that MLS isn't good for player development and in his One for the Road, Alexi applauds El Tri youngster, Gilberto Mora, for his confidence in Mexico's chances to win next summer's World Cup. Intro (0:00)Tyler Adams OUT of USMNT Roster (06:27)Balogun & Agyemang bag goals (23:17)MLS Cup Playoffs: Messi is on FIRE (30:03)#AskAlexi: Back 5 victims for U.S (40:34)One for the Road: Mexico WC Favorites (50:24) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another week, another twist in the USMNT's World Cup buildup! Mauricio Pochettino has called up Timothy Tillman to replace Tyler Adams and Sean Zawadzki, raising fresh questions about the midfield. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down who stands to benefit most from the roster shake-up and what fans should look for in the friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay (05:34). Elsewhere, Patrick Agyemang isn't in camp, but has the Derby striker added another, useful string to his bow (25:10)? Are Inter Miami actually better without Luis Suárez (34:34)? And why on earth would anyone trash-talk Lionel Messi (37:45)?! The guys also debate where Son Heung-min ranks among MLS's most impactful summer arrivals (43:05) and unpack all the drama from the USL Championship and League One playoffs (49:17). Plus, some love for one of the pod's tireless producers, Ives Galarcep, who was recently honored with a lifetime achievement award (56:45)! 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

Herculez Gomez and Ale Moreno talk about another USMNT key player in Tyler Adams missing out on the November friendlies. Then, reaction to Mauricio Pochettino's comments on missing the Premier League. Plus, discussion on whether the MLS should pursue Neymar and Messi taking a secret visit to Camp Nou. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Inter Miami's convincing win over Nashville SC without Luis Suárez. Is it time to bench Suárez for the remainder of the playoffs? The boys also break down every other MLS Playoff Game 3, including San Diego's demolition of the Portland Timbers and some big penalty drama in Minnesota.Next, Christian and Alexis welcome USMNT writer Leander Schaerlaeckens to chat about the history of soccer in America as well as the current state of the USMNT. How confident should we be in Mauricio Pochettino?Later, the boys react to the KC Current's shocking loss to Gotham FC in the opening round of the NWSL playoffs. Is it the biggest upset in NWSL history? They also discuss other playoff results, including Aubrey Kingsbury's heroics for the Washington Spirit in their penalty shootout. (8:00) – Is it time for Inter Miami to bench Luis Suárez?(17:30) – MLS Playoffs Game 3 reaction(37:30) – Leander Schaerlaeckens joins The Cooligans(44:00) – Explaining the history of U.S. soccer(59:15) – Looking behind the curtain of the USMNT(1:11:00) – Gotham FC shock KC Current! Biggest upset in NWSL history?(1:23:15) – NWSL Playoffs 1st round reaction Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Mauricio Pochettino is a mystery wrapped inside a riddle buried in a lemon. Can we figure out what the hell he's doing with this November USMNT roster? Listen and find out. If you want to join the Besties community and get access to things like The Best Soccer Show Newlywed Game that got mentioned in the episode, go to patreon.com/thebestsoccershow and join. Make sure you subscribe to get the video version of the show and to get notified when the live episodes are going down. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Best Soccer Show on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Support the show and get extra stuff⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes. You get the back catalog of bonus posts, plus Jason's Daily Davis videos/short podcasts. If you don't want to make a full commitment, you can just ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠throw us a buck or five at Ko-Fi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We'll even throw in access to the Besties Slack. Just reach out of if you want to be added. GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT KERR'S NEW SHOW, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MORNING KICKAROUND⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get some Best Soccer Show gear⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Go to Apple Podcasts  and give us a review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. We're *this close* to 300. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stu Holden and David Mosse react to the USMNT November roster reveal in this live episode of State of the Union. The pair discuss what to expect from the USA's two upcoming matches with a roster that does not include Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie or Chris Richards among others. While some of the biggest stars are missing, Gio Reyna makes a surprise return to the roster and Stu and Mosse debate whether this is Gio's last chance with the USMNT. Finally, manager Mauricio Pochettino expressed his desire to move back to the Premier League at some point, should this concern USA fans as the team gears up for next summer's World Cup? Intro - (0:00)Pulisic, McKennie, Musah and others OUT (:)Matt Turner done with USMNT? (:)Gio Reyna is BACK (:)Pochettino misses EPL? (:) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This State of the Union episode is packed with USMNT in UCL goals, heated MLS playoff drama & more. We kick things off with a UEFA Champions League recap as Ricardo Pepi's stoppage-time heroics for PSV secured a 1–1 draw against Olympiacos, tying legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Agüero for a record. Flo Balogun bagged his first-ever Champions League goal for Monaco in a 1–0 win over Bodo/Glimt, while Weston McKennie's Juventus held Sporting to a 1–1 draw. Elsewhere, PSG fell 2–1 to Bayern, Liverpool edged out Real Madrid 1–0, and Erling Haaland extended his insane UCL scoring streak in City's 4–1 rout of Dortmund. We're also still on Pulisic Watch as Parma takes on AC Milan. The MLS Cup Playoff opening round is coming to a close, with must-watch matchups like Inter Miami vs. Nashville and Cincinnati vs. Columbus. Did Luis Suarez deserve the suspension?  Plus, stay tuned for #AskAlexi where we are debating Gregg Berhalter vs. Mauricio Pochettino and what would count as success in 2026 for the USMNT. Smash that YouTube sub and join the conversation! Intro (0:00)USMNT in UCL: Pepi & Balogun score (:)MLS Cup Playoff Preview: Suarez suspended (:)#AskAlexi: Berhalter or Pochettino? (:)One For The Road: Mamdani the soccer player (:) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Luis Suárez's suspension for Game 3 of the MLS Playoffs against Nashville SC. Are Inter Miami better or worse off without him? They also share their predictions for every Game 3 matchup in the MLS Playoffs.Next, Christian and Alexis welcome Chicano singer-songwriter Cuco to chat about his roots, music, and love for soccer. Cuco reveals how he became a die-hard LA Galaxy fan and explains why he supports both Club América and Chivas!Later, the boys react to the latest USMNT roster announcement for November and the surprise call-up of Gio Reyna. Has Gio earned this opportunity — and is this his last chance to impress before the World Cup? (7:30) – Are Inter Miami better or worse off without Luis Suárez?(16:45) – MLS Playoffs Game 3 predictions(23:30) – Cuco joins The Cooligans(32:00) – Cuco talks LA Galaxy fandom(38:30) – Will Cuco attend the 2026 World Cup?(44:30) – Cuco explains his complicated Liga MX fandom(56:30) – Breaking down Gio Reyna's surprise USMNT call-up Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Gio Reyna headlines Mauricio Pochettino's final USMNT squad of 2025 as Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies break down a surprising 25-man roster to face Paraguay and Uruguay. Is it last-chance saloon for Joe Scally and Brenden Aaronson? Has Reyna done enough at club level to deserve the call-up? Why did Poch omit regulars like Weston McKennie and Chris Richards? And what does Yunus Musah's absence say about his USMNT future? And will Gio Reyna and Sebastian Berhalter bury the hatchet? Then, The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins Jimmy to unpack Pochettino's selections and predict how the team might line up in the upcoming friendlies. 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

Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez react to Nashville SC leveling the MLS playoff series against Lionel Messi and Inter Miami. Then, discussion on Carlo Ancelotti leaving Neymar from the Brazilian national team for the November friendlies. Plus, the reaction to Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner not being happy with Mauricio Pochettino and USMNT with their handling of Chris Richard's minutes during international play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola get straight into it by welcoming Hartford Athletic head coach Brendan Burke ahead of the USL Championship playoffs (02:50), diving into his team's postseason mindset and whether anyone can knock off powerhouse Louisville City FC. Then it's all about Gio Reyna, whose recent comments about his World Cup ambitions and heartbreak reignited an old debate around accountability and USMNT leadership (27:02). Can the seldom-seen playmaker earn Mauricio Pochettino's trust ahead of next summer? Plus, Lionel Messi tops the MLS salary list - the guys react to who's keeping him company in that elite tax bracket - and break down how the Philadelphia Union managed to win a Supporters' Shield without breaking the bank (54:33). 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