Podcast appearances and mentions of Lionel Messi

Nashville SC has outscored its opponents 11-1 over three matches to start its 2026 campaign. Wes and Tim analyze the reasons for the early success and look into the future at a double date with Messi and Miami. A Tico debutant catches fire The reserves get rowdy against Ottawa How to prioritize the CCC tie against Miami? Should the strong start change projections of the club? Club and Country is part of the 440 Sports Network.

Danny Rensch went from being weaponized as a chess prodigy by a cult to co-founding Chess.com — detailed on part two of this two-part episode. (Find part one here!)Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1290What We Discuss with Danny Rensch:Chess.com grew from a bootstrapped startup — laughed out of investor rooms — into a unicorn by building a chess creator economy and content ecosystem years before the pandemic boom, capturing 99% of chess's explosive growth when The Queen's Gambit and COVID lockdowns sent 400,000 new members flooding in per day.Catching cheaters in chess is a high-stakes statistical science. Chess.com employs 30 full-time specialists, from research scientists to in-house detectives, who use AI-driven algorithms to detect engine-assisted play, acting only when evidence would hold up in court rather than in the court of public opinion.The digital revolution in chess has dramatically compressed the learning curve. Kids now grow up playing against Magnus Carlsen and top grandmasters online, producing prodigies like a 12-year-old Argentine dubbed "the Messi of chess" who may break the youngest grandmaster record in history.Chess.com's public stance against Russia after the Ukraine invasion landed Danny Rensch on a dark web hit list, and years of closing cheaters' accounts have brought direct threats — including one player who tracked his tournament locations and emailed that he'd feel a gun behind his neck.Danny's most powerful insight is that you can redefine your relationship with your past. Forgiveness isn't rewriting what happened, it's freeing yourself from it, and believing "everything happens for a reason" becomes actionable when you realize you get to choose the reason and reclaim the power over your own story.And much more...And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors:Northwest Registered Agent: Get more at northwestregisteredagent.com/jordanZocdoc: Find and book a doctor you love today: zocdoc.com/jordanHomes.com: Find your home: homes.comQuiltmind: Email jordanaudience@quiltmind.com to get started or visit quiltmind.com for more infoThe President's Daily Brief: Listen here or wherever you find fine podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Could Antoine Griezmann really be headed to Orlando City SC — and if so, would he be the one player capable of challenging Lionel Messi for MLS supremacy? We kick things off by diving into the rumor, the fit, and what Griezmann's personality and playing style would mean for the league. Is this realistic, or just classic MLS chaos? Then NJ/NY Gotham FC defender Mandy Freeman joins the show. She reflects on Gotham's improbable championship run, the weight of expectations heading into the new season, and what it's like being a 10-year NWSL veteran who's seen the league evolve from host families and modest crowds to sold-out stadiums. Mandy also opens up about her love of fashion and gives a thoughtful critique of the NWSL's new High Impact Player rule — explaining why raising the ceiling doesn't necessarily raise the floor for players across the league. We wrap with Champions League drama: Weston McKennie continues to shine, but did Juventus FC let him down again? Is it time for him to seek a bigger move? Vinícius Júnior delivers another electric performance against SL Benfica, while FK Bodø/Glimt stun Inter Milan — raising serious questions about what's happening with Italian teams in Europe this season. Timestamps: (7:30) – Griezmann to Orlando!? Can he dethrone Messi in MLS? (18:00) - Gotham FC defender Mandy Freeman joins The Cooligans (42:00) – Weston Mckennie continues to shine but Juve is failing him (53:30) – Vini Jr. Shuts up Benfica with another amazing performance (59:00) - Bodø/Glimt stun Inter Milan Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

En este episodio de Café en Mano, nos sentamos nuevamente con la Lcda. Valerie Rodríguez Erazo, ex Secretaria del DACO, en su primera gran entrevista tras su sorpresiva salida de la agencia.Hablamos sin filtros sobre qué ha pasado en su vida tras dejar el puesto de confianza, si tiene aspiraciones políticas en el futuro, y las frustraciones reales de intentar hacer cambios desde adentro: "En el gobierno no hay métricas".Valerie también nos explica, en arroz y habichuelas, en qué quedó el pleito legal contra LUMA Energy (el cual ella inició) y por qué las recientes demandas de cancelación del contrato de LUMA por parte del gobierno están usando la misma ruta legal que a ella no le quisieron apoyar. Además, discutimos su experiencia litigando el controversial caso de Sol y Playa en Rincón, la burocracia paralizante de los permisos de construcción, y por qué Puerto Rico necesita urgentemente abrazar la palabra "desarrollo" para resolver la crisis de vivienda y evitar que la isla se siga vaciando.☕ Este episodio es traído a ustedes por Fus Telecom, internet sin preocupaciones.Sigue a Valerie Rodríguez Erazo:Instagram: @valeriemrodzTikTok: @valeriemrodz00:00 - Intro: El regreso de Valerie y la reacción del pueblo tras su salida de DACO05:35 - Rompiendo monopolios y la necesidad de educar al consumidor boricua07:50 - ¿Viene para la política? Su verdadera motivación09:20 - "El gobierno corre por gravedad": La cruda realidad y la falta de métricas11:20 - El legado en DACO: Redes sociales, transparencia y el Promoter Fee13:20 - La historia real detrás de la demanda contra LUMA: "Lo llevé a pulmón"19:21 - Apagones y comercios: ¿Se puede reclamar el inventario perdido?20:50 - La cancelación del contrato de LUMA explicada en arroz y habichuelas23:15 - Los casos de permisos (Ley 161) y la especialidad de su oficina legal24:20 - La verdad del caso Sol y Playa en Rincón: "Lo hicieron todo mal"28:30 - "Apreté muchos botones": Amistades, presiones y el Promoter Fee32:17 - Facility Fees y el juego de Messi en PR: ¿Qué pasa si no viene?36:00 - El IVU al 11.5%, la inflación y la lucha contra la Junta de Control Fiscal39:08 - Crisis de vivienda: Construcción informal, herencias y la burocracia43:00 - ¿Por qué la palabra "Desarrollo" asusta tanto en Puerto Rico?47:33 - El futuro de PR: Retener población y crear nuevos nichos económicos49:30 - Construyendo una casa con $30,000 y cierre¡No olvides suscribirte, darle like y dejarnos en los comentarios qué te pareció la entrevista!

Inter Miami Prepare For Their Final Preseason Match In Puerto Rico#InterMiami #InterMiamiCF #Messi

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¡Amiguitos qué gusto llevarles La Corneta hoy con Moy, El Estaquita picioso y Babydegaray! Qué historia la del Obispo que viajaba a repartir bendiciones a conocido club nocturno en Tijuana ¿Qué les pareció el 11 del Chavo que propuso Messi?, ¿dejaban o sacaban a la Popis? ¡¿Carlos Trejo está madurando?! Buenas declaraciones las que dijo que hará post pelea con Adame, a quién se le preguntó qué haría con la señora Zapata y dijo que le daría durísimo. 

It's a special midweek edition of the show to recap the headlines from the opening weekend in MLS, including LAFC's thumping of Inter Miami, Lionel Messi's post match criticism of the referee, Michael Bradley's impressive start with Red Bull New York, Josh Sargent moving to Toronto FC, San Diego's statement win over Montreal, Dunny's biggest standouts from the weekend & 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

En Ahorao Nunca, la mesa reacciona a la victoria del Atlético de Madrid sobre Brugge en Playoffs de la Champions, pero advierte que los Colchoneros dejaron serias dudas sobre su funcionamiento y que, luego de un buen resultado, podrían sufrir fuertes descalabros por la irregularidad que los caracteriza. A su vez, Messi participó como invitado del podcast de su compatriota Nahuel Guzmán, portero de Tigres, donde dijo que los clubes de la Liga MX deben darse cuenta de que los equipos de la MLS ya están cerca de alcanzar su nivel, afirmación que la mesa pone a juicio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bob and Scott sit down to discuss some of the biggest stories from MLS's first week of action. We touch on a possible Messi suspension, the Baby Bulls on Parade in NY, and more! Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis.  Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We're your go-to for predictions and insights into America's version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform.  Explore all our content at thedesignatedpundits.com YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPundits Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jannik Canova und Ronny Dähler sind Gast im neusten Hockey-Talk. Was bleibt vom ersten Viertelfinalspiel? Wer ist der Lionel Messi im Team? Und welche Regeln gibts um den ominösen Play-off-Bart?

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Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! The pair discuss both Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi finding the back of the net this weekend for Monaco and PSV, Tyler Adams making his long-awaited return for Bournemouth, and the struggles continuing for Juventus and AC Milan. They then come back stateside where MLS began its 31st season with a bang, a huge meeting between LAFC and Inter Miami at the LA Coliseum in front over 75K fans that the Black and Gold ran away with 3-0. Michael Bradley's tenure as NYRB manager got off to a strong start, while Matt Turner's New England Revolution career started with a 4-1 loss to Nashville. In #AskAlexi, the question is posed whether or not the USA will produce multiple world class soccer players and in One for the Road, Alexi wonders what US Soccer can learn from the gold medal winning US hockey teams. Intro (0:00)U.S. Abroad: Balogun & Pepi score, Adams is BACK (4:05)MLS Recap: Michael Bradley wins debut, Javier Aguirre slights MLS, Messi is mad (15:08)#AskAlexi: When will U.S. Men's soccer producer worldwide stars? (32:07)One For The Road: U.S. Hockey is Golden: What can USMNT learn? (39:48) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola kick off with the latest Americans Abroad headlines. Ricardo Pepi is back from injury and back to doing Ricardo Pepi things -smashing in golazos for PSV - while Tyler Adams also made a welcome return for Bournemouth (07:47). The crew also reacts to Antonee Robinson's ankle injury and assesses next man up at left back should the Fulham stalwart be unavailable in the summer (13:53). And Weston McKennie looks reborn under Luciano Spalletti, with reports swirling that a contract extension at Juventus could soon follow (24:59). Then, the guys are joined by USMNT and MLS royalty as Cobi Jones joins ahead of LA Galaxy unveiling his statue (32:32). Cobi reflects on what the honor means, helping to inspire a generation of Black players, and why a home World Cup could be transformational for today's squad. The crew closes things out with their biggest takeaways from a thrilling opening weekend of Major League Soccer action - RBNY's teenage dreamers, LAFC's statement win over Messi & co., and other early storylines to watch (1:05:32). 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

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Alexis Nunes and Alejandro Moreno react to Inter Miami's loss to LAFC and the fallout that followed. Including Leo Messi following the referees down the tunnel postgame. Then, they discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly from MLS Week 1. Later USMNT #9s are in the news for making transfers, scoring goals, and playing full matches. Finally, they discuss whether Christian Pulisic's recent drop in form is cause for alarm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

¡MANO DURA! La UEFA sanciona a GIANLUCA PRESTIANNI por el caso VINÍCIUS y el joven talento del Benfica se perderá la vuelta definitiva ante el REAL MADRID en la CHAMPIONSLEAGUE.¿PELIGRA EL MUNDIAL 2026? La crisis en MÉXICO escala previo al REPECHAJE INTERCONTINENTAL y los rumores sobre una decisión drástica de la FIFA mantienen en viloa todo el país.CRUZ AZUL y PUMAS mandan en la LIGA MX: La Máquina pasó por encima de las CHIVAS, mientras que los universitarios hicieron rugir el Olímpico tras derrotar a RAYADOS de Monterrey.El FC BARCELONA asalta el liderato: El conjunto blaugrana vuelve a la cima de LALIGA tras golear al LEVANTE, aprovechando el inesperado tropiezo del REAL MADRID ante OSASUNA.TENSIÓN en el INTER MIAMI: Tras la derrota ante LAFC, LEO MESSI intentó encarar a los árbitros en su vestuario y tuvo que ser frenado por su amigo LUIS SUÁREZ en una imagenviral.RECUERDA SUSCRIBIRTE Y ACTIVAR LA CAMPANA

Forty-eight hours after Inter Miami's 3-0 loss to LAFC, emotions have cooled — and it's time for a rational discussion.Is this result really cause for concern… or are fans overreacting to one match?In this episode of Battered Herons we break down: • What actually went wrong vs LAFC • Tactical adjustments that can be made • Messi's role moving forward • Why early-season losses happen • Historical context from previous MLS contenders • The bigger picture for 2026This is a long season. One match does not define it.Drop your thoughts below — are you calm or still concerned?#InterMiami #LAFC #MLS#InterMiamiCF #MLS #MLS2026 #LionelMessi #Messi #LAFC#MLSReaction #SoccerPodcast #BatteredHerons #MLSAnalysis#MajorLeagueSoccer

LAFC sent a loud message in their 3-0 dismantling of Inter Miami, and it wasn't just about the scoreline. Los Angeles FC looked sharp, organized, and ruthless, while Inter Miami CF looked frustrated and overwhelmed. We break down what went wrong for Miami, what this result means long-term, and whether Lionel Messi's heated postgame interaction with referees is a sign of deeper cracks. Plus, we recap the rest of MLS opening weekend and highlight the teams that set the tone early. Across the pond, the Premier League title race is heating up once again. Manchester City and Arsenal continue to push each other to the limit at the top of the table. Can City pull off another late surge, or is this finally Arsenal's year? We examine the remaining fixtures, squad depth, and pressure points that could decide the title. Off the pitch, concerns are growing around the 2026 tournament. With New Jersey canceling its World Cup fan zone and Gillette Stadium reportedly resisting FIFA licensing without additional funding, we ask whether the 2026 World Cup is starting to show serious organizational strain. Is this just early logistical turbulence—or a warning sign for what's ahead? Timestamps: (7:00) – LAFC thrash Messi and Inter Miami (23:00) - MLS opening weekend recap (32:00) – Arsenal and Man City continue to battle in PL title race (47:45) – World Cup in danger of falling apart already? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Almost 76,000 were on hand to see Lionel Messi, Son Heung-min, and a Hollywood-worthy list of stars at The Coliseum. LAFC did not disappoint, as the Black and Gold pummeled the defending champs, 3-0. Denis Bouanga had a goal and an assist, David Martinez kept his hot start to the season going, and Sonny notched his 4th assist of 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The crew is joined by ESPN LA Kings Insider Sam Betesh (aka Samboni) for some puckhead talk about the USA-Canada game and all the storylines that went along with it. The Lindsey Segment! Producer Lindsey asks the guys about Tiger's comment about playing in The Masters this year - and they talk about The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. Mario Ruiz stops by the show and talks about LAFC's big win over Messi and Inter Miami in front of a huge sold out crowd at The Coliseum Saturday. Kap's Dealer's Choice presented by Sellers Advantage is about UCLA's “BAD LOSS” to No. 10 Illinois. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Drive Pink Dialogue podcast, Scotty and Saur discuss Inter Miami's 3-0 loss to LAFC in the season opener, Lionel Messi, Germán Berterame, Dayne St. Clair, and Rodrigo de Paul, what went right, how Javier Mascherano managed the game, and as always, they give out some awards.

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With a bad loss in LA, Inter Miami are still in preseason form. The first 3 games of the MLS season are an extension of preseason as Miami's focus is on CONCACAF Champions Cup. Can Miami find its form in time for CCC?

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LAFC MASSACRES Messi and Miami in a 3-0 MLS Opening Day win in front of 75,000+ fans, Friends Of The Foot show up even bigger than LAFC with a meetup, photo, banners, trading cards, a BLOCK OF SEATS?!?? A "BETTER THAN MESSI" CHANT??? Goals David Martinez, Denis Bouanga, and signature garbage pickup from the Prince of Van Nuys, Nathan Ordaz. Great performances all the way down the roster. We hear from many great callers and bask in the glow of victory. We are as BACK AS BACK CAN BE.00:00 Don Garber, Is That Your King? LAFC Smashes Inter Miami 3–006:21 Coliseum Night: Record Crowd, Nerves at Home & Listener Meetup Shoutouts07:48 Live From the Press Box: Stadium Vibes, Crowd Split & Seat-Finding Chaos10:13 By the Numbers: Possession vs xG + Why the Game Plan Worked11:15 MAGA Marc Dos Santos Tactics: Confident Without the Ball15:49 Was Son a Factor? Breaking Down His Role & Miami's Marking20:19 Happy Feet Roll Call: Tillman, Defense Dominance & Merch/Inside Jokes24:08 Super Chats & Community Love: Meetups, Jumbotron Moment, Hat Lore30:36 Caller Segment Begins: Daniel's Take + Trophy Predictions35:32 Breaking News on Son's Injuries + Handing the Show to Darren & Vince38:13 More Callers: Grizzly's ‘We're Good' Feeling + Chant Ideas for Ordaz41:49 Danny Two Nips Returns: The 3-Goal Threshold Tradition Explained44:18 Meetup Shoutouts & the ‘Better Than Messi' Moment46:00 Banners, Jumbotron Energy & the Surreal Fan Community48:55 Chat Chaos, New Callers & Julio's Happy/Sad Feet51:09 The Bet Cashes: Ordaz vs Messi + Charity Money Split52:18 Luke's Coliseum Report: Crowd Takeover, Torch Mystery & Tillman's Pass58:23 Goalkeeper Talk & Postgame Parking Lot Sirens01:00:26 Super Chats, Ari's Hair Review & Giving Lloris His Flowers01:04:49 Trading Cards Reveal + Diego the Designer Calls In01:07:34 Jeff Takes Over: 3–0 Hype, Team Goals & Community Party Stories01:13:15 Twitter Takes Get Cooked: MLS Moves Receipts01:14:43 Pauly Calls In: The Eustáquio Midfield Lovefest01:16:36 The Only Critiques: Beard Lines & That Ugly #4601:18:12 Getting Recognized in Public + The Argentina Joke Goes Sideways01:19:21 Messi Tourists, Growing the Game, and Chicho/Bruce Arena Rumor Chaos01:20:53 Diego Returns: Banner Art, Starter Pack Origins & Photoshop Subscription Rant01:24:52 Super Chats & LAFC Home Opener Streak (Plus Luke's Weather Prophecy)01:27:19 Half-Season Asterisks, Tiny Trophies, and Who Actually Reads Books?01:30:33 Final Match Takeaways: LAFC's Depth, Trophy Expectations & ‘Disaster' Takes01:34:04 Community Shoutouts, Winning Everything Bit, and the Carhart Cup Idea01:38:51 Wrap-Up: Patreon/Discord Plug, Live Show Tickets, and ‘I Love You' GoodbyesJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the Glory KC is back with the 168th episode of the show!Sporting Kansas City kicked off the 2026 Major League Soccer season and for 38 minute it was going pretty well.Then Justin Reynolds went down with a "soft tissue" injury, and everything had to be shuffled around and the team collapsed. While the team put out, and the broadcast mimicked, that it was a 4-3-3, the team was definitely in their 4-4-2 defensive shape we talked about earlier this week. Jake Davis took the Daniel Salloi role and played quite well until he was forced to move to right back.We talk through all the beats of the game and what stood out to us. And the gif of the season.Speaking of Salloi, we discussed that trade and the additions to the team since our last episode of the podcast. We also get into David Lee's press conference promising "three to six" additions to the roster before the primary transfer window closes on March 26th.The KC Current basically were radio silent this week. We did sneak in some former players appearance at the SKC/SJ game into the podcast.In the Digital Crawl, we hit on a few more topics, including:Toronto FC's splash transfer of Josh SargentSheena wants to handle the Messi update?!?Here is a rundown of topics and start times:Former KC Current Player Sightings - 5:39Sporting KC trade Salloi and add two signings - 8:25SKC versus San Jose - 28:25David Lee presser and SKC round-up - 59:21Coachella Valley Invitational - 1:20:24Digital Crawl - 1:31:25As a special gift to For the Glory KC listeners and KC Soccer Journal readers, Backheeled dot com is giving away 30 days of their amazing, independent American soccer coverage for free. If you decide you want to turn that into a paid membership, they'll give you 10 percent off too. Just follow this link!Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron.

Inter Miami fall 3-0 to LAFC in the 2026 MLS season opener and there are serious questions after Matchday 1.Messi vs Son round one clearly goes to LAFC — but how concerned should Inter Miami fans really be?In this episode of Battered Herons we break down: • What went wrong tactically • Defensive breakdowns • Messi's performance • LAFC's dominance • Overreaction or early warning signs? • Is this just one game… or a real problem?Drop your reactions below. Are we overreacting or is this a red flag?#InterMiami #LAFC #MLS #Messi#InterMiami #InterMiamiCF #LAFC #MLS2026 #LionelMessi #Messi#SonHeungMin #MLSReaction #MLSPostgame #SoccerPodcast#BatteredHerons

The stage is set. The 2026 MLS season opens with the biggest bang of them all: Son Heung-Min, Denis Bouanga, and LAFC host Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez, and the defending champs, Inter Miami. In what might be a record MLS crowd at The Coliseum, both clubs will look to set the tone for 2026! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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La temporada 2026 de la MLS comienza y Inter Miami enfrenta a LAFC en un verdadero partidazo para arrancar el año.En este episodio de Las Garzas analizamos: • Posible alineación titular de Inter Miami • El rol de Messi en el debut • Las claves tácticas del partido • Las amenazas principales de LAFC • Qué podemos esperar del equipo esta temporada • Predicción final y jugador del partido¿Está Inter Miami listo para competir por la MLS Cup este año?¿Es LAFC la primera gran prueba del 2026?Déjanos tu marcador en los comentarios y sé parte de la familia

What does it truly feel like to walk into the Olympic Village for the first time — and how does that feeling change after winning three gold medals? In Part 2 of our conversation with Hungarian legend Gergely Kiss, we go deeper into the Olympic experience, the mindset of champions, and life after elite sport. Kiss shares emotional insights from his first Olympic Games in Sydney — describing it as a “Disney fairy tale” moment. He reflects on how the magic of the Olympic Village, meeting global superstars like Kobe Bryant, Rafael Nadal and Lionel Messi, and seeing the Olympic flame every day shaped his mindset before competition. But admiration quickly turned into focus. Hungary didn't travel to the Olympics as tourists — they came as soldiers with one goal: to win gold. In this episode, we talk about: – The psychological difference between a first and third Olympic Games – Why the Olympic flame became a personal symbol of strength – Winning MVP at the 2004 Athens Olympics – Why team success always matters more than individual awards – The mentality behind Hungary's golden generation – Transitioning from athlete to leader, speaker and sports executive – Building youth structures and developing the next generation – Documentary filmmaking and preserving Olympic legacy Kiss explains why his generation prioritized unity over ego — and why gold medals mattered more than individual trophies. He also opens up about retirement, disappointment after London 2012, and how he rebuilt his life beyond professional water polo. Today, he works in sports promotion, youth development, motivational speaking, and film production — continuing to shape Hungarian water polo from outside the pool. This episode is about Olympic mindset, legacy, leadership, and what happens after the medals are won.

With the MLS season starting tomorrow, Taylor Twellman joins the show to preview the upcoming season as Lionel Messi and Inter Miami try to defend their title. Is this finally the World Cup where the USA makes some noise? We also get Twellman's take on the incident earlier this week in the Champions League, where Real Madrid's Vinícius Jr. accused Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of racial abuse. God Bless Fútbol. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour three, Crowder thought actress Rose Byrne had an Hispanic accent. Hoch and Crowder discuss Player Prop bets for Heat vs Hawks. Hoch reads a response to Jimmy Traina's retweeted tweet about ordering at Starbucks. MLS broadcaster Taylor Twellman joins to discuss tomorrow's LAFC vs. Inter Miami game, Messi's impact on MLS and International Soccer, and whether Inter Miami can repeat as MLS Champions.

In hour one, the show starts with Canada scoring against Team USA in the Olympic Women's Hockey Gold Medal Game and questions Slovakia's location. Hoch and Crowder discuss a trade partner for Tua based on an article. Messi's injury status for Saturday night vs LAFC. Former Heisman Winner Gino Torretta joins to share his views on Tua and the Dolphins, including whether to release, trade, or keep him to compete with Quinn Ewers, and their QB options.

In hour three, we find out who wins the Gold Medal in the USA vs Canada Women's Olympic Hockey game. Hoch reads an article from Sports Illustrated by Major Passons about who from the Miami Heat has the most to lose in the final 26 games. Hoch and Crowder discuss Messi's playing status on Saturday. Hoch facetime Solana, who's in his last night in Madrid, to see what he and Valentina are eating. Hoch, Crowder, and Jimmy find out the ruling in a lawsuit over whether boneless wings are wings against Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurant, and whether Jimmy has tried a salad.

Episode 89 of LAFC+ Podcast, “Off and Running,” features Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz breaking down LAFC's dominant road win over Real España to kick off the Concacaf Champions Cup campaign. The guys react to the Black & Gold's statement performance in Honduras and what it means moving forward. Then the focus shifts to the MLS Season Opener showdown with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami at the Memorial Coliseum. Plus, a look around the Western Conference and the teams that could challenge LAFC this season.

MLS kicks off its 31st season with record crowds, rising expectations, and real stakes from Day One. We break down what makes 2026 a pivotal year for the league, including Lionel Messi's impact, Rodrigo De Paul's comments on MLS pressure, and the structural shifts coming after the World Cup.Atlanta United head to Cincinnati for their opener, and we dig into Tata Martino's tactical balance, Latte Lath's pressing mentality, and what to watch in the first real test of the season. Plus, Arsenal feel the squeeze ahead of the North London Derby, the NWSL lands a major health and wellness partnership, big MLS roster moves reshape contenders, and global headlines from Brazil to Argentina underline how growth and scrutiny now coexist across the sport.Season 31 starts now.

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami's MLS title defense is about to begin, but smack dab in the middle of that campaign is Messi's quest to also defend Argentina's World Cup crown. Co-hosts Franco Panizo and Jose Armando discuss Messi's busy year, analyze Inter Miami's outlook, preview the star-studded opener vs. LAFC, and more in a jam-packed 2026 Season Preview episode.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! The duo starts the show with their preview for the 2026 MLS season and debate if any club can dethrone Inter Miami. After, they dive into the week's Champions League action, including Folarin Balogun's brace vs PSG, Juventus losing again despite another McKennie assist and Bodø/Glimt toppling Inter Milan. Then, they break down Christian Pulisic starting on the bench again in Milan's draw vs Como and Arsenal dropping points to last place Wolves. In #AskAlexi, the question is posed whether or not Jurgen Klinsmann and Gregg Berhalter were good managers just at the wrong time for the USMNT, and to finish in One For The Road, Alexi gives his top 5 MLS jersey power rankings. Intro: (0:00)2026 MLS Season Preview (3:50)UCL Recap: Vini Jr goal overshadowed by racism (16:10)#AskAlexi: U.S. ID & Berhalter vs. Klinsmann (42:34)One For The Road: MLS Jersey Power Rankings (54:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Cooligans welcome former MLS head coach and analyst Giovanni Savarese for a deep dive into the 2026 MLS season. Gio shares his predictions, breakout teams to watch, and how the league continues to evolve ahead of a massive 2026 on home soil. The conversation also turns to the USMNT, as the guys assess expectations, pressure, and what success should realistically look like at the 2026 World Cup.Christian and Alexis then tackle the troubling racist incident involving Vinícius Júnior during Real Madrid's clash with Benfica. They unpack how these situations are currently handled, question whether the responsibility to stop a match unfairly falls on the player experiencing abuse, and debate what meaningful structural changes could better protect players moving forward.Finally, it's a jam-packed Champions League recap. Folarin Balogun shines in a statement performance against Paris Saint-Germain, Juventus suffer a shocking defeat to Galatasaray, and Bodø/Glimt pull off a stunning win over Inter Milan. The boys react to all the drama, surprises, and what these results mean going forward. Timestamps:(6:30) – 2026 MLS preview and predictions(30:00) - Gio Savarese's USMNT World Cup outlook(39:00) – Vinicius Junior deals with racism again: time for a rule change?(59:00) – Folarin Balogun shines in Champions League loss to PSG(1:04:30) - Serie A teams suffer shocking Champions League losses Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Analizamos el increíble empate 3-3 del Atlético de Madrid ante el Brujas. El equipo del Cholo Simeone desperdició una ventaja de 2-0 y ahora surgen las dudas: ¿está en peligro su clasificación?Además, repasamos la goleada histórica del Newcastle con un Anthony Gordon imparable y la caída del Inter en Noruega.En el ojo de la tormenta, seguimos las secuelas del caso Vinícius Jr. La FIFA y la UEFA han tomado cartas en el asunto tras los presuntos insultos racistas de Gianluca Prestianni. Te contamos cuáles son las sanciones a las que se enfrenta el argentino y la postura del Benfica tras el polémico video.En este vídeo también verás:Lionel Messi regresa a los entrenamientos: El Inter Miami defiende su corona en la MLS. Javier Aguirre y su mensaje directo a los lesionados de la Selección Mexicana rumbo al Mundial 2026.Goleada de LAFC en la Concacaf Champions Cup ante Real España.¡No olvides suscribirte y activar la campana para no perderte nada del fútbol de élite

Major League Soccer is BACK and Inter Miami open the 2026 season against LAFC in a massive early test.In this episode of Battered Herons, we break down:Expected starting XI for Inter MiamiMessi's fitness and role in the openerKey LAFC threats to watchTactical matchup: Mascherano vs LAFCBold predictions for the season debutScore predictions & player of the matchIs this the year Inter Miami makes a true MLS Cup push? Or is LAFC about to make an early statement?Drop your score predictions in the comments and join the Battered Family live

Episodio en el cual hablamos de la temporada 31 de la MLS y algunos datos curiosos de los juegos Olimpicos de invierno#podcastdeportivo #podcast #mlssoccer #mlssoccer #mls #futbol #juegosolímpicos #juegosolímpicosdeinvierno #deportes #futbolcolombiano

Candidat à la présidence du FC Barcelone contre Joan Laporta, Marc Ciria a déployé ce mercredi une affiche sur un bâtiment de la ville, où l'on voit Lionel Messi en train de brandir son maillot numéro 10 et ce slogan: "Au plaisir de vous revoir". Une information qui fait réagir Jérôme Rothen. 

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! In today's show, the pair reacts to the WILD Derby D'Italia between Inter Milan and Juventus that saw Inter prevail despite Weston McKennie's two assists. Alexi and Mosse then break down Patrick Agyemang and Haji Wright banging in goals in the Championship, Harry Kane hitting 500 career goals for club and country, and the close title races all around Europe! In #AskAlexi, the duo are posed the questions of whether or not Lionel Messi would succeed in the Premier League, and if the USA should give Mauricio Pochettino an extension BEFORE the World Cup. To wrap things up in One For The Road, Alexi and Mosse discuss the USA missing out on a dual national. A wild Derby D'Italia (4:56)Agyemang and Haji can't stop scoring (16:23)Harry Kane gets 500th goal (26:34)Tight title races around Europe (31:31)#AskAlexi (39:03)One For The Road (54:43) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexis Nunes is joined by Alejandro Moreno as they break down Lionel Messi's hamstring injury, Inter Miami postponing a Puerto Rico friendly, and what it means for Miami's season opener vs. LAFC. Then, a wild Copa del Rey semifinal first leg: Atlético Madrid blast Barcelona 4-0 amid a controversial VAR offside call, and Julián Álvarez finally ends his scoring drought. Plus, Real Sociedad steal a 1-0 win at Athletic Bilbao as Pellegrino Matarazzo stays unbeaten. And finally, Tottenham's coaching search heats up with Mauricio Pochettino's name back in the mix—what it could (and couldn't) mean for the USMNT in a World Cup year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices