Podcast appearances and mentions of Mauricio Pochettino

The FC crew react to the UEFA Champions League Knockout Phase Playoffs draw and explain how Real Madrid can atone when they replay Benfica. Plus, the guys criticize Mauricio Pochettino for his comments saying USMNT players should not be focused on World Cup ticket prices. Nedum Onuoha also previews Manchester City's trip to Tottenham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop react to Mauricio Pochettino saying that Tim Weah and other players should 'trust the organization that is in charge' when it comes to speaking up about World Cup ticket prices. Then, they discuss the USMNT players that were active in the Champions League. Next, the crew debates whether Christian Pulisic's drop in form is cause for alarm. Finally, they discuss the potential expansion of the field for Copa Libertadores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop react to Mauricio Pochettino saying that Tim Weah and other players should 'trust the organization that is in charge' when it comes to speaking up about World Cup ticket prices. Then, they discuss the USMNT players that were active in the Champions League. Next, the crew debates whether Christian Pulisic's drop in form is cause for alarm. Finally, they discuss the potential expansion of the field for Copa Libertadores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a World Cup on home soil approaching, the most important question facing the United States men's national soccer team isn't hype — it's preparation. In this segment, we reset expectations for the U.S. men's national team after a strong finish to 2025 and examine how Mauricio Pochettino has guided real growth from the start of the year to the end. We also look at why potential club moves for Alex Freeman and Ricardo Pepi could have outsized impact this summer, and what matters most for players in the pool as they head toward pre-tournament camp. This is a conversation about consistency, clarity, and doing the work now so the results can follow later.

Ricardo Pepi could be on the move again — but is Fulham the right next step for the USMNT striker? Christian and Alexis break down what a Premier League switch would mean for Pepi's development and confidence. Plus, they shine a light on Pellegrino Matarazzo's impressive rise at Real Sociedad and why his success in La Liga matters for American managers abroad.Michael Carrick continues to impress on the touchline, but is he truly ready to become Manchester United's full-time head coach? The guys debate Carrick's tactical growth, leadership style, and whether United's chaotic environment would help or hinder his evolution as a manager.The NWSL locks in one of its biggest stars as Trinity Rodman stays put — but what does that decision say about the league's future? Christian and Alexis discuss player power, league ambition, and whether keeping top talent at home strengthens the NWSL's global standing or limits its stars' potential.Timestamps:(9:00) – Right time for Ricardo Pepi to move to Fulham?(24:30) –  Pellegrino Matarazzo shines early at Real Sociedad(36:30) – Michael Carrick ready to be Man United's full-time head coach?(48:30) – Trinity Rodman gets Paid! But what does it mean for the NWSL? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

In a special conversation on Atlanta Soccer Tonight, Jason Longshore and Madison Crews sit down with Atlanta United legend Brad Guzan for his first extended interview since announcing his retirement. Guzan reflects on stepping away from the field, transitioning into broadcasting, staying involved with Atlanta United, and what the road to the 2026 World Cup looks like from a new perspective. The conversation also touches on the U.S. men's national team, Mauricio Pochettino, Tata Martino's influence, and the relationships that defined his career. A thoughtful look at retirement, leadership, and life after the pitch from one of the most important figures in Atlanta United history.

Weston McKennie is in outstanding form for Juventus, thriving in a new role as their starting right wingback, and it may have major implications for the USMNT under Mauricio Pochettino. In this episode of Yanks Abroad, I break down why McKennie's recent performances have been so effective, how this role plays to his strengths, and whether it can help energize and solve problems for the USMNT moving forward. I also dive into Johnny Cardoso's impressive form at Atlético Madrid, where he has stepped into the midfield in place of Conor Gallagher and quickly established himself with his composure, defensive reliability, and tactical awareness. With both players excelling in evolving club roles, this video explores what their form means for their responsibilities, fit, and importance within the USMNT squad.Follow Yanks Abroad Social Channels:TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@yanksabroadInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/yanksabroadpod/Twitter - https://twitter.com/yanksabroadpod#USMNT #Pochettino #WestonMcKennie #JohnnyCardoso #WorldCup #Soccer

Host Ricky Sacks is joined by co-host Matt Hayes and returning Tottenham Hotspur correspondent and journalist Martin Lipton as we discuss how and why Thomas Frank remains Spurs' head coach for the Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund.Martin also brings us up to date on realistically how long Frank has left in the job and what comes next for the football Club both in the short and long-term.We also discuss realistically whether ENIC are looking to sell the Club and a possible romantic return for Mauricio Pochettino. Independent Multi-Award Winning Tottenham Hotspur Fan Channel (Podcast) providing instant post-match analysis and previews to every single Spurs match along with a range of former players, managers & special guests. Whilst watching our content we would greatly appreciate if you can LIKE the video and SUBSCRIBE to the channel, along with leaving a COMMENT below. - DIRECT CHANNEL INFORMATION: - Media/General Enquiries: lastwordonspurs@outlook.com - SOCIALS: * Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/LastWordOnSpurs * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LastWordOnSpurs * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LastWordOnSpurs * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LastWordOnSpurs *Threads: https://www.threads.net/@lastwordonspurs *BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/lastwordonspurs.bsky.social WEBSITE: www.lastwordonspurs.com #THFC #TOTTENHAM #SPURS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the latest FIFA World Rankings and explain why they often clash with World Football Elo ratings (8:33). With Haji Wright and Patrick Agyemang battling for a World Cup spot, the guys debate the pros and cons of both striker as the USMNT depth chart takes shape (14:52). Then, it's off to Spain, where LaLiga's first-ever American head coach continues to make waves. The crew reacts to Real Sociedad's unbeaten run under Pellegrino Matarazzo (31:11) and asks the big question: could the New Jersey native one day lead the USMNT? (36:59). Plus, is there any scenario where Mauricio Pochettino sticks around beyond the World Cup? (39:03) Finally, the guys highlight their must-watch matches ahead of another busy week for Americans in the Champions League (51:50) and close the show by paying tribute to the late, great Rocco Commisso (1:01:30). 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

Marcus Buckland and George Sessions pick the bones out of Spurs' latest sorry result under Thomas Frank after West Ham scored in stoppage-time to claim a demoralising 2-1 victory. Is this the end for Frank? Where do Vinai Venkatesham and the Lewis family turn? What to make of Venkatesham's open-letter? And would Mauricio Pochettino make everything better? ⁠#tottenham⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#tottenhamhotspur⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#spurs⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#coys⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#thfc⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#westham #whufc ⁠⁠#premierleague⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#thomasfrank⁠⁠ #vinaivenkatesham ⁠⁠#cristianromero #mickyvandeven #mathystel #championsleague #borussiadortmund #mauriciopochettino #guglielmovicario #johnheitinga⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#thetottenhamway⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#soccer⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#podcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#footballpodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#newepisode⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#sportspodcast⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#review⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#reaction⁠⁠ ⁠⁠#opinion⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liga MX: Previa de la Jornada 3 con los duelos estelares: Tigres vs Toluca y Pachuca vs América.Real Madrid: ¿Qué está fallando en el conjunto merengue? Debatimos si la responsabilidad es de la plantilla.Manchester City: El fichaje de Marc Guéhi refuerza la zaga de Guardiola. ¿Son los máximos favoritos a ganar la Premier League y la UEFA Champions League?Panamá vs México: Thomas Christensen analiza al Tri de Javier Aguirre antes de su enfrentamiento.USMNT: Matt Turner peleará por la titularidad bajo las órdenes de Mauricio Pochettino.San Diego FC: Mikey Varas confirma que no contará con el "Chucky" Lozano.No olvides suscribirte y activar la campanita.#LigaMX #ClubAmerica #ManchesterCity #RealMadrid #SeleccionMexicana #Pochettino#ChuckyLozano #JavierAguirre #Mundial2026

Destination 2026 with Glenn Davis included...Former USMNT defender Marcelo Balboa on: 48 team World Cup, ways to make a final roster, climate control, and his faith in Mauricio Pochettino! Balboa was a member of three World Cup squads for the U.S. 90, 94, 98. Destination 2026 is presented by Houston Methodist, Coca Cola Southwest, NRG, Quanta, Visit Sugarland, and Aramco.

Note: In classic Tottenham fashion, they've announced two new staff hires immediately after we stopped recording. Jack is joined by the Athletic's James Maw to discuss the signing of Conor Gallagher. While some fans remain unconvinced, we discuss the definite positives he brings to the midfield and why he might be exactly what this side needs. Conversation moves to the ownership's wider strategy. Does the decision to shift Brennan Johnson, combined with paying the necessary fee to land Gallagher, signal a genuine change in how the club conducts itself? We also acknowledge the departure of Fabio Paratici and discuss Aston Villa's strange desperation to carve out a rivalry with Tottenham. James then answers your listener questions, including whether he would take Xabi Alonso as manager, and if a return for Mauricio Pochettino would actually be good for the club. Theme is Ghost Cat by Gillen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the highs and lows from the weekend. Ricardo Pepi finds the net but suffers a broken forearm, Weston McKennie continues to look like Juventus' MVP, Joe Scally's roster chances, and Josh Sargent pushing for a move to Toronto FC. Then, USMNT legend and PSV Director of Football Earnie Stewart joins the show to discuss Pepi's injury, Americans thriving in the Eredivisie, Malik Tillman's rise, and his perspective on Mauricio Pochettino's tenure so far. Plus, a jersey swap story to end all jersey swap stories! The guys revisit Charlie's trip to MLS Media Day, including conversations with Matt Turner about competition for the No. 1 goalkeeper spot and Jack McGlynn on perceptions surrounding his speed. 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

Strap in for an action-packed show! Jimmy Conrad and Marcelo Balboa break down Brenden Aaronson's Premier League resurgence (3:55), Antonee Robinson's seamless return from injury (07:03), and Yunus Musah earning more minutes (14:41). The guys weigh in on the purported leaked USMNT World Cup kits doing the rounds, and how they stack up against the iconic 1994 jerseys (19:19). Charlie Davies joins live from MLS Media Day with Sebastian Berhalter to discuss Vancouver's preseason, lessons learned from Thomas Müller, and seizing his USMNT opportunities (30:55). Is Berhalter a lock for June (49:53)? Plus, Tim Ream makes his CIWYW debut, reflecting on life as the USMNT's grizzled vet, Mauricio Pochettino's “stroke of genius,” and plenty more (1:06:40). 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

New year, same old podcast. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola ring in 2026 by digging into Brenden Aaronson's impressive run of form at Leeds and where the 25-year-old fits into Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup plans (07:34). Weston McKennie remains clutch for Juventus, but can he really be considered the USMNT's greatest midfielder of all time (25:45)? Damion Downs and Cole Campbell secure loan moves (49:44), Pellegrino Matarazzo gets off to a positive start in LaLiga (55:19), and Wilfried Nancy's nightmare spell at Celtic comes to an end (58:33). 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

Content Warning: This is a severely moany podcast. Jack is joined by Jon Bass to pick through the wreckage of the shambolic performance against Sunderland. But if you are on the hunt for catharsis, this is the place to find it. We discuss Thomas Frank's dreary outlook and demeanour, arguing that he is dragging the club down and simply has to go. But we also acknowledge that the buck doesn't stop with him, even with Daniel Levy gone, where is the vision from the club's hierarchy? It feels like the same old story. We then look ahead to the summer and debate the rumours of a Mauricio Pochettino return, weighing up the pros and cons of one last dance with El Jefe. Finally, we look ahead to tomorrow's opponents, Bournemouth, and ask if Spurs missed a trick with Antoine Semenyo seemingly off to Man City, or if we were right to pass. Theme is Ghost Cat by Gillen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog and Clint Dempsey look back on a defining year for the USMNT. From early chaos and crushing exits to Mauricio Pochettino's culture change and surge of optimism. Dempsey dives into emerging stars, Christian Pulisic's career defining form at AC Milan, and the mentality shift required to make a run in the 2026 World Cup. Plus, Clint explains why getting out of the group is the floor, and inspiring the nation is the true goal.Shop the Men in Blazers Store: https://mibcourage.co/48Yt7MGSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are here with a new episode of State of the Union! Alexi hands out his 2025 USA soccer awards, including best player, best goal, and biggest surprise. He also hands out Mauricio Pochettino a grade for the year and dives into the 5 players who most improved their stock in 2025 and the players whose stock fell the most this year. In USA abroad, Alexi and Mosse discuss Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie's strong form in Serie A, Jedi Robinson continuing a string of solid starts for Fulham and Brenden Aaronson's Man of the Match performance. In #AskAlexi, we discuss what would constitute a disappointment for the USA in next Summer's World Cup and debate who the best defenders in our pool are. In One for the Road, Alexi and Mosse share their thanks and a New Year's message. Use our code for $30 off your next order of World Cup Tickets on SeatGeek: ⁠⁠https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/SOTU⁠⁠ Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $30 discount, Min. $200 Purchase Intro (0:00)Alexi's U.S. Stock Up (6:20)Alexi's U.S. Stock Down (11:53)U.S. POY & Pochettino Grade (22:07)2026 FIFA Word Cup Predictions (28:21)U.S. Abroad (39:33)#AskAlexi: Best Defenders in World? (51:35)One For The Road: Happy New Year! (60:31) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down American players in action over the festive period and tie a bow on a rollercoaster year for the USMNT. Christian Pulisic continues to pad his Serie A résumé (05:43), while Antonee Robinson's form sparks a big question: when fully fit, is he the Premier League's best left back (15:33)? The guys hand out their 2025 grades for Mauricio Pochettino (24:18). Jimmy turns quiz master (46:36). And the guys reveal the winners of the annual Call It What You Want Awards - aka the Call It What You Wanties (54:02)! 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

Is the "Golden Generation" ready for its biggest test? In this episode of Goalya, we break down the United States' massive role as the primary host of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. We analyze Mauricio Pochettino's tactical vision and how stars like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Folarin Balogun are preparing to handle the immense pressure of home soil. From the "2026 effect" on American sports culture to the logistical feat of hosting across 11 U.S. cities, we discuss why this tournament is a "put up or shut up" moment for the USMNT and its goal of surpassing the historic quarterfinal run. USMNT 2026 World Cup, Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, American soccer growth, FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities.

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola bring you the very best moments from a rollercoaster 2025 for fans of the USMNT. From the disappointment of the Concacaf Nations League Finals to a Gold Cup of auditions under Mauricio Pochettino, and capped off with morale-boosting results against World Cup-calibre opponents, this special edition of CIWYW revisits the conversations that defined it all. You'll hear Marcelo Balboa reflect on the emotion of representing the U.S. at a home World Cup, Christian Pulisic explain his absence from the Gold Cup squad, and a fiery debate over whether Pochettino could squeeze big names out of the picture. Premier League legend Ashley Cole joins to break down Antonee Robinson, the modern fullback, and the USMNT's World Cup chances, before Jürgen Klinsmann shares unforgettable stories involving Pulisic, Landon Donovan, and his lost World Cup-winning jersey. From the whole CIWYW crew, thanks for riding with us all year. Settle in, enjoy the holidays, and relive the moments that made 2025 unforgettable. 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

Bart drops by SDH AM to break down the weekend with Yanks playing abroad- and what Mauricio Pochettino might be looking at with his possible rosterPlus, we look at some of the marquee moments involving the refs at the center of the weekend as we look at their cards and calls (or "no calls...")

The Soccer Injury Gods giveth and taketh away. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss the good and the bad from a weekend of American players in European action. Fears around Tyler Adams' possible MCL injury (5:46). Patrick Agyemang bags a brace (8:31). Antonee Robinson makes his long-awaited return for Fulham (13:30). Weston McKennie and Gio Reyna give Mauricio Pochettino more food for thought (19:40). Michael Bradley takes the reins of RBNY (37:08) as other MLS coaching positions remain vacant (44:46). How have things gone so wrong for Wilfried Nancy at Celtic (47:35)? And the guys tip their cap to unseeded Washington claiming their first NCAA soccer championship (59:10).     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

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, 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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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