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Red, White & Blues FC | The World Cup Is Over and We're Not OkaySpain lifted the trophy, Argentina got what they deserved, FIFA gouged everybody blind — and we have to go back to just being Chelsea fans now.The World Cup's over, and Jason opened the show genuinely mourning the fact that he can't just be a fan of football anymore — he has to go back to being a fan of Chelsea. Before we get into it: yes, Morgan Rogers is coming to Chelsea, and no, we're not giving you our real take on that until Thursday's transfer roundup. Consider this the palate cleanser — one last love letter to a tournament that had no business being as good as it was. We both went in with expectations on the floor and walked out calling it an A+.Spain Were Just Better — One Goal the Entire TournamentWe're united as households on this one: shout out Spain. Daniel's big argument is the one he's been screaming at Blueco to copy since day one — you build from the back and you win by not letting the other team score. Spain conceded exactly one goal the whole tournament, ran a 19-year-old out at center back, let Unai Simón coast on one or two saves a game, and still found the goal when it mattered (that Nico Williams header back across for Ferran Torres was gorgeous). The final itself was a boring, ugly watch — Spain couldn't finish, Dibu Martínez put on one of the great World Cup final keeping performances and still lost because Argentina did, in Jason's words, absolutely jack all night. They didn't register a real shot in the first 90. They deserved nothing, and Enzo Fernández taking one for the team with that cartoon second yellow felt like poetry.FIFA, Infantino, and the Great Ticket HeistHere's where we go long and angry. Trump 80-year-old-manned the trophy presentation and nobody — not even Infantino sprinting back across the stage — could get him off it. That was the only prediction we nailed all tournament. From there it's the ticket scandal: FIFA running its own resale site for the first time, a whole Belgium-fan section mysteriously going on sale the day before the US–Belgium match at $1,600 a pop against a $60 face value, tier-two seats quietly getting “expanded” into what were really tier-three views. Canada forced FIFA to relist; the US gave them carte blanche. We put Infantino on a pace to out-corrupt Sepp Blatter and genuinely mean it.Funflation and the Fans Who Paid AnywayThe part that actually depresses us: people paid. Stadiums were full. And every dollar those fans coughed up just teaches FIFA it can charge more in four years — it's not if prices go up, it's how much. Jason walks through the “painted doors” idea (companies A/B testing what you'll tolerate) and “funflation,” the creeping cost of doing literally anything fun, from World Cup tickets to Ticketmaster concerts to $100 parking and $100 subway rides to a stadium built in a swamp you can't walk to. We admit it hit us personally — we'd planned to go for a couple years and priced ourselves out rather than be “World Cup broke” for the next two. Great tournament. FIFA gets zero credit for it.The Third-Place Classic, the Booth Wars, and Closing the Book on Messi & RonaldoThe stuff we loved: England vs. France in the third-place game, a ten-goal exhibition that turned into pure competitive pride once the players got going — Jason calls it better than the final. England going into the Azteca and beating Mexico. Cape Verde drawing Spain and going home heroes. On the booth: all hail Rebecca Lowe, and please, Paramount, give us Zlatan and Thierry Henry full-time and keep Alexi Lalas as far from a microphone as humanly possible. Stu Holden gets both barrels for narrating the obvious as if he has inside knowledge, and for the whole crew being so unready for a boring final they filled time talking about the weather. We close on the legends aging out — Messi, Ronaldo, Neymar waving goodbye while Mbappé's already passed them with two World Cups likely still ahead — plus the eternal USMNT reality check (Pulisic showed up for one game and vanished; stop with the Captain America stuff) and a quick debate over whether third-place stats should count. Verdict: two enthusiastic balls way up. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit redwhitebluesfc.substack.com
In the final daily live episode ahead of the historic World Cup final, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the highly anticipated match between Spain and Argentina. The guys discuss the latest news regarding White House officials meeting with FIFA President Gianni Infantino to address potential health dangers from Canadian wildfire smoke in the New York-New Jersey area. They analyze tactical keys to the final, debating whether Spain's possession-heavy dominance can stifle the emotional, chaotic intensity of Lionel Messi and an unstable but miraculous Argentinian squad. The hosts welcome New York World Cup Czar Maya Handa to the show to discuss her unique journey from NYC Footy to managing Mayor Mamdani's campaign and overseeing massive local tournament initiatives. Handa provides an insider look at organizing affordable ticket lotteries, turning on 24/7 pitch lights across the five boroughs, hosting emotional watch parties for incarcerated individuals at Rikers Island, and celebrating Gotham FC's monumental upcoming stadium move to Queens. Senior betting correspondent Ben Fawkes also calls in to break down the final odds, dissecting the three-way moneyline, Spain's status as a -160 favorite, and player props for Messi, Lamine Yamal, and Mikel Oyarzabal. To wrap up the tournament's daily coverage, Christian and Alexis hand out their official World Cup superlatives, highlighting their favorite stunning goals from Cape Verde and Haiti, alongside major breakout performances from Folarin Balogun and Ismail Saibari. They don't hold back during their "Fading Star" selections, calling out disappointing tournament cycles for Cristiano Ronaldo and Christian Pulisic. Finally, the guys review the tournament's biggest villains and controversies, hashing out everything from FIFA's aggressive ticket pricing to the overhead skycam cable strikes and political image-laundering surrounding Donald Trump. Timestamps: (00:00) — Wildfire Smoke Drama & Sunday's World Cup Final Preview (04:43) — Tactical Masterclass: Spain's Possession vs. Argentina's Chaos (15:24) — Interview with NYC World Cup Czar Maya Handa: Rikers Watch Parties & 24/7 Soccer Fields (34:19) — World Cup Final Betting Breakdown with Ben Fawkes: Odds & Player Props (43:12) — Tournament Superlatives: Favorite Goals, Epic Upsets & Breakout Stars (49:05) — Fading Stars & Biggest What-Ifs: The Fallout of Pulisic, Ronaldo & Tuchel (52:06) — Villains of the Tournament: FIFA Ticket Prices, Donald Trump & Final Outro Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
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The World Cup may be over, but the countdown to 2030 has already begun. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Benny Feilhaber map out the biggest dates on the USMNT's horizon, debate Mauricio Pochettino's future, and discuss how quickly U.S. Soccer needs to appoint a permanent head coach. The crew reacts to Folarin Balogun breaking his silence on the controversy surrounding his World Cup red card, asks whether Balo has overtaken Christian Pulisic as the face of the national team, and looks ahead to a pivotal season for Pulisic at AC Milan. Plus, with MLS back in action, they assess the league's latest marquee signings and whether it has done enough to capitalize on the momentum of a home World Cup.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, @TMeola1For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/Subscribe to Paramount+Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/For all the latest in sportsbook reviews and promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/
Fast Track! Ireland and Geeter circle back to Aaron Donald and the Rams. What did Adam Schefter have to say today about the possibility of an AD and Rams reunion? Why did Pulisic get criticism coming out of a game and not Erling Haaland? How much is a piece of grass from the World Cup fields? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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How much is Belgium flat-out superior to us, and how much did we wilt? How much is this World Cup gonna grow the game in America? Did the overturned Balo suspension actually hurt us? How are we gonna develop players who can win a men's World Cup some day? Pulisic's legacy blah blah blah Poch's future, etc. Sanjay's piece for the Guardian on development:https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/may/23/usmnt-player-development-youth Colin Cowherd on the growth of soccer: https://x.com/TheHerd/status/2075639696852496842?s=20 Skip the ads! Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon and get all episodes ad-free, plus bonus episodes. Patrons at $5 a month or more also get access to Clip Notes, a video of key moments on the field we discuss on the show: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedCheck out our store, where you can get Scuffed hats and sweatshirts and other stuff: scuffedpodcast.com/storeAlso, check out Boots on the Ground, our USWNT-focused spinoff podcast headed up by Tara and Vince. They are cooking over there, you can listen here: https://boots-on-the-ground.simplecast.comAnd check out our MERCH, baby. We have better stuff than you might think: https://www.scuffedpodcast.com/store Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Chill week finale, and France marches on. We talk about the fall out for Pulisic and USMNT (00:00:00-00:09:27). LeBron thinks we're stupid flirting with other teams but he's a Cav (00:09:27-00:15:18). We talk other national sports podcast topics (00:09:27-00:29:55). Mt Rushmore of Food Duos (00:29:55-00:47:53). Larry Fitzgerald joins the show to talk about his Hall of Fame career, being the best ball boy ever, a bet with Big Cat on ND vs Wisconsin and tons more (00:47:53-01:33:20). We finish with Fyre Fest of the weekYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take
On the latest edition of Caught Offside, Andrew Gundling and JJ Devaney break down France's win over Morocco in the World Cup quarterfinals. Can anyone stop this machine and is this attacking unit the best we've ever seen at a World Cup?Then, we open up a USMNT-specific mailbag. It's all in there: Pulisic, Pochettino, the youth system, our expectations, the media's coverage of soccer in America and much much more. The U.S' tournament might be over but the therapy session very much is not.For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now! The USMNT mailbag in the free-pod was only scratching the surface. Over on the PLUS side, we continue to address your many comments and concerns about the state of this thing that we love so much.For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - The World Cup is into the knockout stage! So what are you waiting for?? Get a shirt and help rep Caught Offside wherever it is you're watching the action!!!---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hour 2 features more discussion on the Marlins' remarkable hot streak before the conversation shifts to the fallout from the Spurs play-by-play broadcaster scandal, as Joe Rose and the guys debate whether he deserved to lose his job and how the controversy could impact his future career. The crew also dives deeper into the World Cup, breaking down the harsh criticism surrounding Christian Pulisic after Team USA's disappointing exit, Landon Donovan's ongoing criticism of the U.S. star, and why the United States continues to trail the world's traditional soccer powers. They also highlight Erling Haaland's strong connection with fans and what makes him one of the game's biggest stars. The hour wraps up with Hollywood's Headlines, including Conor McGregor's return to the UFC against Max Holloway, Hollywood's youth basketball coaching story involving an over-the-top parent, and a discussion about the growing problem of illegal dumping in South Florida
The World Cup conversation continues as Joe Rose and the guys break down the tournament's biggest storylines, including the growing criticism surrounding Christian Pulisic after Team USA's disappointing exit. With many expecting Pulisic to become the greatest American soccer player ever, the crew discusses why his performance has drawn heavy backlash, including criticism from former U.S. star Landon Donovan, whose strained relationship with Pulisic has added another layer to the debate. They also highlight Norway star Erling Haaland's strong connection with fans and discuss why the United States continues to struggle to compete with the world's traditional soccer powers
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Hour 1: Pulisic Injury Falls on Deaf Ears, Royasl Trade Deadline, Top 10 Chiefs OAT full 2778 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 14:38:49 +0000 WGkzeWFjMxRxfpiOnvNEjEAk58VemFj5 nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,kansas city royals,sports Fescoe & Dusty nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,kansas city royals,sports Hour 1: Pulisic Injury Falls on Deaf Ears, Royasl Trade Deadline, Top 10 Chiefs OAT Fescoe in the Morning. One guy is a KU grad. The other is on the KU football broadcast team, but their loyalty doesn't stop there as these guys are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people of Kansas City who make it the great city it is. Start your morning with us at 5:58am! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://pla
Full Show: Pulisic Injury Falls on Deaf Ears, Who Else Besides Mahomes? Royals Need To Wake Up and SELL, 1 Millions Dollars or Jail, Richard of the Week full 10460 Fri, 10 Jul 2026 15:19:51 +0000 1JUkpKfuibetA7WIET27XcPfWPVHVSvN nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,world cup,kansas city royals,fifa,christian pulisic,sports Fescoe & Dusty nfl,mlb,kansas city chiefs,world cup,kansas city royals,fifa,christian pulisic,sports Full Show: Pulisic Injury Falls on Deaf Ears, Who Else Besides Mahomes? Royals Need To Wake Up and SELL, 1 Millions Dollars or Jail, Richard of the Week Fescoe in the Morning. One guy is a KU grad. The other is on the KU football broadcast team, but their loyalty doesn't stop there as these guys are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people of Kansas City who make it the great city it is. Start your morning with us at 5:58am! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.
Nick Mendola joins the conversation to analyze the fallout of the US national team's World Cup exit and the criticism aimed at Christian Pulisic. They explore Lionel Messi's unprecedented longevity at age 39 and debate whether France is the clear favorite to win the tournament. The segment also previews England's clash with Norway and compares the defensive value of Trent Alexander-Arnold to NHL star Erik Karlsson. 02:14 - US World Cup Fallout 04:31 - Messi GOAT Discussion 10:00 - France Dominance Analysis 11:40 - England vs Norway Preview 15:34 - FC Buffalo Update
Two time World Cup champion and double Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd called out the U.S. men’s national team star Christian Pulisic for his lackluster performance against Belgium and throughout the World Cup. She made comments on television and followed up on social media, but once word came out that Pulisic was playing on a broken leg, some fans demanded Lloyd apologize, one even using her pregnancy to body shame her after her honest assessment of Pulisic. Lloyd not only refused to apologize, she doubled down on her commentary, and we wonder if a man had offered the same critique, would anyone have even noticed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz break down the USMNT's disappointing World Cup exit and the criticism Christian Pulisic has faced from former players. Then, they revisit the Jaylen Brown trade, debate his true value around the league, and discuss which team is better positioned for the season ahead: the Celtics or the Sixers. Plus, just how good is Darryn Peterson? And much more. 0:00 Intro 6:03 Do you think this World Cup was a success for the USMNT? 20:13 What did you make of the reaction from former players to Pulisic's performance? 26:38 What team would you like to see win the World Cup? 27:45 Has your opinion of the JB trade changed in the last week? 33:24 What is Jaylen Brown's true trade value? 36:50 What's the best-case scenario for the Sixers and the Celtics this year? 42:53 Who do you think Brown would have had more success with: the Celtics or the Sixers? 47:02 Do you think JB is closer to a top-5 player or a top-50 player? 50:04 What is your opinion of the conversation surrounding JB's intelligence? 59:52 How much did the second apron and hard cap rules shape these trades? 1:08:57 Just how good is Darryn Peterson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two time World Cup champion and double Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd called out the U.S. men’s national team star Christian Pulisic for his lackluster performance against Belgium and throughout the World Cup. She made comments on television and followed up on social media, but once word came out that Pulisic was playing on a broken leg, some fans demanded Lloyd apologize, one even using her pregnancy to body shame her after her honest assessment of Pulisic. Lloyd not only refused to apologize, she doubled down on her commentary, and we wonder if a man had offered the same critique, would anyone have even noticed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Two time World Cup champion and double Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd called out the U.S. men’s national team star Christian Pulisic for his lackluster performance against Belgium and throughout the World Cup. She made comments on television and followed up on social media, but once word came out that Pulisic was playing on a broken leg, some fans demanded Lloyd apologize, one even using her pregnancy to body shame her after her honest assessment of Pulisic. Lloyd not only refused to apologize, she doubled down on her commentary, and we wonder if a man had offered the same critique, would anyone have even noticed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mason and Ireland kick off the show today with the World Cup Quarter-Finals! More reaction around team USA's loss in the round of 16. Why is the USA behind when it comes to soccer talent? Is Youth Sports in America too expensive? Take a listen to Landon Donovan give his take on Pulisic. Breaking News out of the NBA regarding the Raptors, Clippers and Kawhi. Who are the ‘Culture' setters for the Lakers? Is Luka happy with the Lakers offseason moves? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
On Thursday's ENN, Hero Hischier. Kawhi trade on hold. Mitch claps back on Boston fan. 6ers on Brown trade. Bertha. Sports Jeopardy. Pulisic injury revealed. Riggins number retired. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christian Pulisic has taken a lot of heat over the last couple of days. Has the criticism gone too far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In hour three, reaction to the Raptors putting the Kawhi trade on hold. Pulisic criticism seems unfair now that we know he had a microfracture. Plus, Marlins radio analyst Rod Allen breaks down how the Marlins turned their season around.
CBS soccer expert Chris Wittyngham joins Joe Rose to break down the biggest storylines from the World Cup, including Egypt's frustration with officiating after its loss to Argentina and whether referee nationality could play a role in perceived bias. Wittyngham also weighs in on the criticism surrounding Christian Pulisic after his disappointing World Cup performance, Landon Donovan's comments about the U.S. star, and whether Pulisic has been protected too much throughout his career. The conversation expands to whether the United States can ever close the gap with global soccer powers, the challenges created by America's youth sports culture and pay-to-play system, and why the same countries continue to dominate the later rounds of the tournament. The guys also discuss Lionel Messi's incredible World Cup run, whether he is still the best player in the world, and how Inter Miami continues to benefit from his success on the global stage
Looking for the best sports betting picks today? Welcome to WagerTalk Today, your daily betting show covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals, MLB, UFC, and the biggest betting opportunities across the sports world.Introduction & POTD 00:00Gianni 03:30Thursday Sharp Action 4:00World Cup – France vs Morocco 7:20UFC 10:45Thursday Hammer 23:24Joe Raineri 30:30Joe on Pulisic 30:45Phillies vs Reds 32:45Joe's Best Bets 35:39Brewers vs Cardinals 38:00Kyle Anthony 42:44McGregor vs Holloway 43:00Saint-Denis vs Pimblett 47:00Other UFC Fights 49:00PLL Story Lines 59:00Detroit Food 1:00:51
Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz break down the USMNT's disappointing World Cup exit and the criticism Christian Pulisic has faced from former players. Then, they revisit the Jaylen Brown trade, debate his true value around the league, and discuss which team is better positioned for the season ahead: the Celtics or the Sixers. Plus, just how good is Darryn Peterson? And much more. 0:00 Intro 6:03 Do you think this World Cup was a success for the USMNT? 20:13 What did you make of the reaction from former players to Pulisic's performance? 26:38 What team would you like to see win the World Cup? 27:45 Has your opinion of the JB trade changed in the last week? 33:24 What is Jaylen Brown's true trade value? 36:50 What's the best-case scenario for the Sixers and the Celtics this year? 42:53 Who do you think Brown would have had more success with: the Celtics or the Sixers? 47:02 Do you think JB is closer to a top-5 player or a top-50 player? 50:04 What is your opinion of the conversation surrounding JB's intelligence? 59:52 How much did the second apron and hard cap rules shape these trades? 1:08:57 Just how good is Darryn Peterson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In the second hour, Dick Fain talks to Petros Papadakis about his family restaurant, his soccer interest growing up and in the current World Cup, the intersection of politics and soccer, plus LeBron James’ legacy in Los Angeles as he leaves, then Hugh Millen and Jackson Felts rejoin the show to discuss Christian Pulisic’s behavior around the tourney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Domonique Foxworth and Charlie Kravitz break down the USMNT's disappointing World Cup exit and the criticism Christian Pulisic has faced from former players. Then, they revisit the Jaylen Brown trade, debate his true value around the league, and discuss which team is better positioned for the season ahead: the Celtics or the Sixers. Plus, just how good is Darryn Peterson? And much more. 0:00 Intro 6:03 Do you think this World Cup was a success for the USMNT? 20:13 What did you make of the reaction from former players to Pulisic's performance? 26:38 What team would you like to see win the World Cup? 27:45 Has your opinion of the JB trade changed in the last week? 33:24 What is Jaylen Brown's true trade value? 36:50 What's the best-case scenario for the Sixers and the Celtics this year? 42:53 Who do you think Brown would have had more success with: the Celtics or the Sixers? 47:02 Do you think JB is closer to a top-5 player or a top-50 player? 50:04 What is your opinion of the conversation surrounding JB's intelligence? 59:52 How much did the second apron and hard cap rules shape these trades? 1:08:57 Just how good is Darryn Peterson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kevin and Cory evaluate the USMNT's World Cup performance following Landon Donovan's harsh assessment of Christian Pulisic's status as the tournament's biggest loser. They also examine the significant drop in ticket prices for the semifinals and the record-breaking TV ratings for the England-Mexico match.
It's still only July, but Kappy and Geeter wanted to get some NFL talk in as they chatted about Top QB's and the possibility of Aaron Donald coming out of retirement for the LA Rams. Plus, why do we push Christian Pulisic as "the face" of Team USA Soccer when he can't play or doesn't do well in the games that matter? Kappy and Geeter questioned Pulisic's lifestyle. And, some are split on "Yacht Rock." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Two time World Cup champion and double Olympic gold medalist Carli Lloyd called out the U.S. men’s national team star Christian Pulisic for his lackluster performance against Belgium and throughout the World Cup. She made comments on television and followed up on social media, but once word came out that Pulisic was playing on a broken leg, some fans demanded Lloyd apologize, one even using her pregnancy to body shame her after her honest assessment of Pulisic. Lloyd not only refused to apologize, she doubled down on her commentary, and we wonder if a man had offered the same critique, would anyone have even noticed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
(0:00) Argentina beats Egypt, Did Pulisic's image get damaged? (27:02) VAR concerns from Egypt, Who is on upset alert in the quarterfinals? (42:06) Baker or Purdy will have a better season? (47:57) NIck's Tiers (01:08:21) Should LeBron return to the Heat? (01:18:53) Who will win the Golden Boot? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mason and Ireland are joined by Mychal Thompson and Pepe Mantilla today in the studio! The guys dive into team USA's World Cup criticism. Is the criticism of Pulisic fair? What does MT think about the Lakers and LeBron James? Will LBJ be cheered when he returns to LA? Pepe gives his take on this year's World Cup! What else do the Lakers need to do with their roster? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Fast Track! Mason, Ireland, Mychal Thompson, and Pepe Mantilla circle back to the World Cup. Is it fair to criticize Pulisic if he was playing through an injury? More Fast Track! How long do the Dodgers roll with Roki if he keeps struggling? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The USMNT’s World Cup ended with a humbling defeat to Belgium. Predictably, the mainstream American soccer media immediately went to work. Some blamed Mauricio Pochettino. Others blamed tactics, substitutions, Pulisic, Matt Freese, mentality, youth development or pay-to-play. They’re all missing the point. In this episode, Gary explains why Belgium didn’t expose a tactical problem. They […]
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Mark keeps wrapping up USA's World Cup, and we talk to John Krysinsky about the game See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Buck Reising Show Hr 1- Egypt Screwed, Pulisic Called Out, NFL Predictions & Deion ExposedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Drive continued to point out how Christian Pulisic has been coddled and it showed in the USA World Cup loss.
(0:00) Belgium beats USA (26:51) What went wrong for USMNT? (41:21) Did Ronaldo hold Portugal back? (48:08) Did this World Cup change how people view Pulisic? (01:10:42) Can USMNT ever win the World Cup? (01:17:08) Darren Fletcher joins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/Wright! #squarepod #ad All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet. Nick Wright breaks down the USMNT’s 4-1 loss to Belgium and being knocked out of the World Cup. Then, Nick weighs in on the impact this World Cup has had on soccer in America. Later, Nick dives into Brazil being upset by Haaland and Norway, England surviving in The Azteca against Mexico, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s final World Cup appearance. Finally, Nick and Damonza answer your questions. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris is out today. Roser, Devin and CJ hold it down. Seamus from The Brass Door joins the show in-studio to talk about USA soccer losing to Belgium, Pulisic's rough night, Balogun underperforming, the goalie not being able to kick the ball and the state of US youth soccer (5:00). We'll then go into the rest of the World Cup including Norway, England, France, Spain and more (28:00). Mike Wallace from Grind City Media joins the show live from Salt Lake City to talk Grizz Summer League, Cam Boozer, Cedric Coward, the pace of play, Darryn Peterson, Quinten Post and more (44:00). Does Brandon Aiyuk want to play football again??? We'll talk about it (1:18:00) Host: Jon RoserContributors: Devin Walker, CJ HurtGuests: Seamus Loftus, Mike Wallace Technical Director: Jaylon Wallace Associate Producer: Jena Broyles
Fox Sports analyst Stu Holden's brutal breakdown of Christian Pulisic's rough night (turnovers on his first three touches) kicks off a debate over whether Pulisic deserves the "soft" label being thrown at him online, with the crew questioning if his injury was gamesmanship or legitimate. Ken and Anthony rip the shaky USA goalkeeper's wandering positioning, joke about Belgium's population and waffle culture, and admit they know almost nothing about the country beyond that. The conversation shifts to whether America's growing EPL fandom and World Cup hosting duties actually moved the needle on soccer's place in the country, with Ken declaring the old "is soccer taking over" argument officially dead. Producer John and reporter Owen weigh in on what youth sports look like in their own communities, noting soccer jerseys were everywhere at Bay Village's July 4th events but hockey and baseball still dominate elsewhere.
Astros vs Nationals recap World Cup talk Thoughts on US performance vs Belgium? What is wrong with Mike Burrows?
In this emotional and packed episode of Cooligans Daily Live, Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the devastating aftermath of the USMNT's early exit from the World Cup following a crushing defeat against Belgium. The guys dive deep into the mixed post-match reactions from the squad, parsing Christian Pulisic's controversial, nonchalant injury comments against Tim Ream's raw, tearful vulnerability. They debate whether Pulisic truly possesses the leadership qualities and emotional relatability required of "Captain America" after a highly disappointing tournament performance where he failed to register a single shot on target. Sparks fly as Alexis and Christian clash over whether this tournament cycle actually showed marketable progress for U.S. Soccer. While Christian finds pride in the team's tactical control against opponents like Paraguay and Australia, Alexis argues that bowing out at the Round of 16 represents a complete stagnation of the program. The hosts review the roster to highlight their tournament standouts—praising Folarin Balogun's defensive evolution and Malik Tillman's breakout performances—while heavily criticizing a shaky backline and an unsettled goalkeeping situation under Mauricio Pochettino. Beyond the national team, the guys catch up on blockbuster domestic news as Gotham FC announces their official stadium move to Queens at Etihad Park alongside NYCFC. Turning back to global tournament action, they dissect the biggest international storylines, including Germany's shocking penalty shootout exit to Paraguay, Roberto Martinez's questionable tactical reliance on Cristiano Ronaldo for Portugal, and a wild geopolitical controversy surrounding a phone call between Donald Trump and FIFA's Gianni Infantino. Finally, they check in on the blistering Golden Boot race featuring Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, and Lionel Messi. Timestamps: (00:00) — Gotham FC's Move to Queens & Grieving the USMNT Exit (04:41) — Christian Pulisic Post-Match Fallout & Leadership Critique (11:22) — The Great Progress Debate: Did the USMNT Hit a New Level? (18:41) — USMNT Tournament Awards: Breakout Standouts & Biggest Flops (26:56) — Fixing U.S. Soccer: Goalkeeper Crisis & Looking Ahead to 2030 (34:51) — World Cup Coaching Blunders & International Players of the Tournament (43:01) — Shock Exits, Tournament Villains & The Golden Boot Race Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: