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Send a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! This week, we spotlight the Houston Dynamo FC's newest homegrown signing, Matthew Arana, who impressed the coaching staff all preseason and earned his contract the hard way. We also break down Houston's gritty 2–1 comeback win over the Chicago Fire FC. After trailing at halftime, Guilherme's class and composure fueled two huge goals to secure three points and start the 2026 season strong. Finally, we preview a massive test against Los Angeles FC and debate whether the Dynamo can contain stars like Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast-and buckle up, because this is the mother of all preview episodes for the 2026 MLS season and the Houston Dynamo FC. The BCS crew is breaking out the crystal ball and going all in on predictions. We're forecasting where Houston will finish in the Western Conference, who will lead the squad in goals, and unveiling our boldest takes for Ben Olsen's side this year. And we're not stopping there. We'll also predict who lifts the MLS Cup, and who claims league MVP honors in the 2026 Major League Soccer season. Big calls. Big debates. Big energy. Let's dive in.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter@joechabalamusic on IG@dustyn_r on IG-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
Send a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
Is modern football actually broken?In this episode of Footy Culture, the boys go all the way in on the most controversial topic in the game right now: refereeing, VAR, and whether football can still be trusted.From Serie A chaos to La Liga outrage, we break down red cards given for nothing, matches completely changed by officiating decisions, and why it feels like referees are becoming the main characters instead of the players. Inter clinching the league, Barcelona feeling robbed again, and fans across Europe asking the same question — how is this allowed? EPISODE 27 AUDIOWe debate:Do big clubs benefit more from referees?Are Real Madrid, Manchester United, Bayern, and Barcelona favored by officiating?Has VAR actually made football worse?Should AI or robot referees replace humans?Is consistency more important than “game flow”?Things get heated as we dive into penalty stats, referee bias, and why fans feel like they're competing against officials as much as opposing teams.Then we zoom out into football culture:⚽ If you could remove one person from football history, who would change the game the most?Cruyff. Pep Guardiola. Pelé. Sir Alex Ferguson. Florentino Pérez. The ripple effects go deep.
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. In this episode, we catch up on all the Houston Dynamo news we've missed since our last recording — including the official release of the Mission Control Kit, the hiring of club legend Wade Barrett as Vice President of Community Engagement, and Sebastián Rodríguez's year-long loan move to Liga MX side Monterrey. We also break down the final preseason matchup against the New York Red Bulls and recap the unforgettable, high-energy atmosphere at Fan Fest that same day. With the MLS season kicking off this week, we preview Houston's home opener against the Chicago Fire and share what to watch for as the Dynamo begin their 2026 campaign. All that and more — oh, and a big happy birthday to Carlos!-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
In this episode, LDG interviews Karin Muya, a forward for Charlton Athletic Women.Karin reflects on her time playing college soccer in America, Charlton's incredible undefeated form this season, growing up in Chelsea's youth academy and senior team under Emma Hayes, and so much more!Karin also discusses her goals in football moving forward, the legacy she hopes to leave at Charlton, why Charlton was an attractive endeavor for her to pursue, her experience playing overseas, + more!Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!ICYMI, here are some of our recent episodes that you should save to check out later!We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!We reviewed the 15 biggest moves of the NWSL offseason so far, an episode that perfectly serves as a comprehensive yet not too detailed analysis of the moves that have shaken up the league this offseason.We recently interviewed RB Leipzig and Iceland WNT Forward Emilía Kiær Ásgeirsdóttir. It was such a great conversation, I was honored to work with such a big club, so be sure to check it out!
Ep 403: It's time to take a look at the Nations League draw, who have we been paired against and when, plus Thomas Tuchel has been given a contract extension, do you agree with it. Running time 27:09 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
In this episode, LDG debriefs Croix Bethune's 1 million dollar move from the Washington Spirit to KC Current + Claire Hutton's 1.1 million Transfer to Bay FC! He also shares his opinions on two beloved players making a move at this time in the offseason, what this new era of Bay FC, with a new coaching/sporting staff, seems to be built around, and how this move asserts Bay into the playoff race.He shares what these moves mean for the Washington Spirit and KC Current, in regard to losing such key players, and how Bay FC and KC Current might deploy these players come the start of the NWSL season.This is a must-listen episode if you want to understand how these moves will affect the players involved, and how LDG thinks these players will fit into their new sides.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Send a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
From football vs the Super Bowl… to halftime show madness… to a Manchester United fan becoming part of the team… this one went everywhere.We start with the wildest storyline in football right now:
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. In this episode, we break down Mati Bogusz's first presentation to the Houston media and share our initial impressions of what he brings to the Dynamo. We also recap Houston's scrimmage against Atlanta United and take a look at how the team is shaping up as the season opener approaches. Plus, we run through this week's upcoming Dynamo events, including Fan Fest and the party at WeGotSoccer.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
In this episode, LDG interviews Emilía Kiær Ásgeirsdóttir, a forward for RB Leipzig and the Icelandic women's national team.Emilía reflects on deciding to play for Iceland intentionally, what made the Frauen Bundesliga and RB Leipzig an attractive endeavor, how playing in the Frauen Bundesliga helped to develop her football, and so much more!Emilía also discusses her goals at the club and country levels moving forward, the Frauen Bundesliga's seperation from German Football Federation, what it means to represent Iceland internationally, and takes us behind the scenes into Iceland's quest to qualify for their first-ever senior women's world cup. Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!ICYMI, here are some of our recent episodes that you should save to check out later!We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!We reviewed the 15 biggest moves of the NWSL offseason so far, an episode that perfectly serves as a comprehensive yet not too detailed analysis of the moves that have shaken up the league this offseason.We recently interviewed London City Lionesses and England Youth National Team goalkeeper Sophia Poor. It was such a great conversation, I was honored to work with such a big club, so be sure to check it out!
Ep 402: Once again it's time to take a look at which England players moved in January, I give my take on all this World Cup boycott talk and I preview the Nations League draw. Running time 35:00 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Send us a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
Presented by FanDuel, in this episode the lads run through the resurgence of Manchester United, whether Bruno Fernandes is the best midfielder in the world, if Arsenal fans would prefer a Premier League title vs Champions League, Pedri vs Bruno & more!Play Now on Fanduel: https://on.sportsbook.fanduel.ca/soccer
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. I'm joined by Juan Pereira, and in this episode we break down the Houston Dynamo's newest additions, headlined by club-record signing Mateusz Bogusz. We discuss the expectations surrounding Bogusz, as well as the broader outlook for the Dynamo after what appears on paper to be an outstanding offseason of player acquisitions. We also dive into the Dynamo's high-scoring preseason performances so far, and why adding depth on the defensive side of the ball remains a key priority heading into the season.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
In today's episode, Liam revives a prior series from the beginning of the podcast, Woso Weekly, covering the latest news in women's soccer with insightful analysis.He covers the USWNT's dominant January camp, as the side rolled to back-to-back shutout wins, while showcasing the next wave of talent in Emma Hayes' evolving player pool. He talks about how even with a heavily rotated and relatively inexperienced squad, the U.S. still delivered, as first-time goal scorers and USWNT senior debuts highlighted the team's growing depth. LDG named players who stood out, like Trinity Rodman, who stood out as both a consistent goal scorer and emerging leader, while performances from players like Ally Sentnor, Reilyn Turner, Emma Sears, and Croix Bethune underlined how competitive the forward and attacking midfield picture is becoming ahead of the SheBelieves Cup and World Cup qualifying later this year.The episode also talks about the broader landscape of the women's game, including the inaugural FIFA Women's Champions Cup, and what the competition reveals about commercial progress and lingering challenges. While FIFA's record-setting prize money signals real financial investment, which poses long-term benefits for the stability of the sport, as the prize money will be reinvested into the sport, there were some disappointments, as LDG highlights, that raised questions about sustainability and execution. He chats about Gotham's loss to Corinthians and Arsenal's dominance, adding context to a tournament that reflects both how far the women's club game has come and how much work remains for the future.Lastly, he talks about Crystal Dunn's retirement and Trinity Rodman's record-breaking contract with the Washington Spirit. As mentioned in the episode, to hear more about Trinity Rodman's move, we did a deep-dive on the Trinity Rodman contract negotiations with the Washington Spirit.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!ICYMI, here are some of our recent episodes that you should save to check out later!We reviewed the 15 biggest moves of the NWSL offseason so far, an episode that perfectly serves as a comprehensive yet not too detailed analysis of the moves that have shaken up the league this offseason.We recently interviewed London City Lionesses and England Youth National Team goalkeeper Sophia Poor. It was such a great conversation, I was honored to work with such a big club, so be sure to check it out!
In this week's episode, we kick things off by previewing the Houston Dynamo's upcoming preseason matches taking place this week in Tampa, setting the stage for what's ahead as the season draws closer. From there, we break down the club's latest roster moves, including the addition of Nicholas Markanich, the soon-to-be-confirmed arrival of Mateus Bogusz, and the departures of Toyosi Olusanya and Sebastián Rodríguez. We also dive into our expectations for the Dynamo's starting XI in the season opener against Chicago, where an overload of attacking options makes lineup decisions anything but simple. Finally, we have a little fun predicting what the new Dynamo away kit might look like, as the club itself has started dropping hints and teasing the reveal.And yeah, the world feels a little nuts right now—but stand firm in truth and choose kindness every day, my fellow humans.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
Send us a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
Ep 401: I chat with Watford and England fan Rio Woolf (@Rio_Woolf) who also plays amputee footballer for Chelsea. I also pay my tributes to former Three Lions Colin McDonald and Martin Chivers who both recently passed. Running time 41:53 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Send us a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast. Joined by Edson Ochoa, we're talking about the night-and-day difference in roster spending since Ted Segal took over as majority owner. We've seen record transfer fees, one after another, and it's clear there's real ambition on the soccer side of the Houston Dynamo now. That part finally feels like it's moving in the right direction.But while the team on the field is clearly improving, the rest of the club still feels stuck. Marketing, community engagement, rewarding loyal fans, and honestly just understanding how big and passionate the soccer community is in Houston — all of that feels like it's missing or being ignored.And that's what makes this so frustrating. Houston is about to host the biggest soccer event in the world with the World Cup coming here, and yet it feels like the club is completely missing the moment. Somewhere along the line, the front office just doesn't seem to get Houston or its soccer culture, and that disconnect is only hurting the fanbase in the long run.-All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
In this episode, LDG interviews London City Lionesses and England Youth National Team Goalkeeper Sophia Poor!Sophia shares what it was like to receive a call-up for her national team, being a member of the WSL Academy as a kid, and making her debut against Chelsea by subbing in after her teammate was sent off.Sophia also discusses why London City Lionesses is such an amazing project to be a part of, what other women's football clubs can learn from London City's rapid ascension, her goals at the club and country levels moving forward, what it means to put on the England crest, and much more!In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Sophia and London City Lionesses off the pitch, such as a match Sophia would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on the London City Lionesses, who the team's DJ is in the London City Lionesses locker room, and so much more!ICYMI: We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!Thank you for listening! Remember tofollow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! In this episode, we dive deeper into the club's confirmed new signings: Lucas Halter, Agustín Bouzat, and Guilherme. As well as the soon-to-be-confirmed return of Héctor Herrera. We break down expectations for each player heading into the 2026 season, which also marks the final year of head coach Ben Olsen's current contract. With the future of the Olsen era on the line, there's little room for error.We also dig into the latest transfer buzz, including rumors linking Mateusz Bogusz to the Dynamo and speculation surrounding potential departures, such as Ezequiel Ponce. -All that and much more in this episode!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
Send us a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
In this episode, LDG interviews Hanna Németh, a defender for SV Werder Bremen Frauen + Hungary WNT!Hanna reflects upon her time in America playing college soccer, Werder Bremen's incredible form this season, what it means to represent Hungary internationally, + so much more!Hanna also speaks to her goals at the club and country level moving forward, the legacy she hopes to leave at Werder, the club she has spent most of her professional career at, and her professional endeavors off the field.ICYMI: We previewed everything to watch out for in the women's soccer world in 2026. Tune in if you haven't already!Thank you for listening! Remember tofollow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Send us a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
Welcome back to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! After a long offseason, we're finally back and ready to kick off what's shaping up to be a busy 2026 soccer season. We hope everyone had a great holiday break and is geared up for what's ahead.In this episode, Cristian and Rudy dive into a period that's been busy—but strangely quiet—since we last recorded. We break down the Houston Dynamo's newly signed homegrown contracts, recap their MLS SuperDraft selections, discuss the trade of midfielder Brooklyn Raines, and dig into all the latest transfer rumors swirling around the Dynamo universe.-And much more!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on Twitter@crisputallaz on Twitter-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
Ep 399: Happy New Year to you all. The podcast returns, and once again we're discussing FIFA and the 2026 World Cup. I'm delighted to be joined by Thomas Concannon from the FSA (@WeAreTheFSA) who tells us what they have been doing and will continue to do, on behalf of the fans. Running time 35:55 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Send us a text Welcome to the Best of the GP Soccer Podcast!While the show takes its seasonal hiatus, you can still enjoy some of the best episodes of the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini has dug deep into the show archives to bring his world wide audience some great interviews, coaching tips, and opinions. The GP Soccer Podcast is proud to be a member of the Sports History Network, and the show has earned some outstanding accolades such as-* #1 on Top Podcast's "independently produced soccer podcasts".* #2 on Feedspot Media's list of "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* #5 on Feedspot Media's list "Top 20 Soccer Podcasts" that are a "must listen".* #6 on Skill Shark's "Top 10 Soccer Coaching Podcasts".* Million Podcast's "Top 30 Soccer Coaching Podcasts"* Million Podcast's "Top 10 Goalkeeper Podcasts".* Noted as one of the "Best Soccer Coaching Podcasts of 2024" on Player FM.The GP Soccer Podcast will return for Season 14 on March 4th with new shows airing every Wednesday. Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. Every episode of the show from Season 1 to 13 can be found wherever you tune into your podcasts. Enoy this "Best of the GP Soccer Podcast" episode!
In the The Women's Soccer Podcast season 4 finale (the last episode of 2025), which happens to be one of his favorites of the year, LDG looks ahead to 2026 by selecting 6 key women's soccer storylines to track, such as the imminent global transfer chaos, the USWNT narrowing down their player pool ahead of 2027 World Cup/LA Olympics qualifying at the 2026 CONCACAF W Championship, knockout stages of UWCL: is it time for a new champion emerge? + so much more!LDG also breaks down players who are linked to join the NWSL in the January transfer window, 12 top NWSL players whose contracts expire at the end of the 2026 NWSL season, the potential impact that Boston Legacy and Denver Summit pose on and off the pitch for the future of the NWSL, + so much more!Prior episodes mentioned by LDG in today's episode to check out:Episode 154: LDG's 2 Cents On All Of The Latest News on Trinity Rodman's Future Club This Offseason, And What It Means For The NWSL + The Washington SpiritEpisode 141: LDG's Complete, Way-too-early Overview On Boston Legacy FC (Amanda Guiterres, White/Gillette Stadium, Dome Guasch + Filipa Patão's Influence On The Squad, + More)Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Send us a text This episode is the "Best of Season 13 of the GP Soccer Podcast!Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience to the Season 13 finale of the GP Soccer Podcast! Many thanks go out to all the guests, sponsors, supporters, and most importantly, the audience. This week's "Best of Season 13 "Conversation with the Coach" will feature two interviews. First, Michael Milazzo, Asst. Coach with the New England Revolution II team and then Danielle Potemri and Damon Gallagher both involved with the US Amputee Soccer Association. Two "Best of Coaches Corner" features Paul Robinson where he talks about small sided games and Erik Eisenhut, who addresses goalkeeper communication. The "American Soccer Revolution" focuses on US Soccer's new "Pathway Strategy" where Giovanni challenges the strategy relative to the impact of poor player development and practices at the grassroots level.During the hiatus, listeners will still be able to enjoy the regular Wednesday episodes in the form of "Best of The GP Soccer Podcast". Season 14 kicks off on March 4th. Listeners are encouraged to "Like" and "Subscribe" to the GP Soccer Podcast as well as share the show amongst those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. And be sure to check out the show website at www.gpsoccerpodcast.com. GP Soccer Podcast appreciates its sponsors and supporters-United Goalkeeping Alliance - Music Meets Sports - National Soccer Coaches Association of Canada - The Sports History Network - The Beautiful Game Soccer Academy - Soccer Foundations Program via The Ethos Performance Group - GP Voice Over Services - Feedspot.comEnjoy the show!
From the hallways of La Masia to a stunning 5–2 El Clásico masterclass, Alejandro Balde has evolved into Barcelona's "human cheat code." In this episode, we break down how this blazing bolt of a full-back overcame a brutal injury to become Hansi Flick's most dangerous weapon. We dive deep into the stats behind his 92% passing accuracy, his defensive resilience, and the staggering €1 billion release clause that cements him as the future of the Blaugrana. Alejandro Balde, FC Barcelona, La Liga, La Masia, Soccer Podcast
Send us a text Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with some brief commentary on the Mo Salah controversyThis week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Ade Coker, the legendary Nigerian player who played at West Ham. "Coaches Corner" features Paul Robinson where he talks about adaptive coaching. "News and Analysis" features news from the AP as well as a tragic local story, and Ralph Ferrigno is on with his European Soccer Report where he talks about the comparisons between players from 1990 as compared with those of today. The "American Soccer Revolution" focuses on US Soccer's new "Pathway Strategy" and why the US will never develop world class players in abundance.The GP Soccer Podcast features new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to "Like" and "Subscribe" to the GP Soccer Podcast as well as share the show amongst those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. And be sure to check out the show website at www.gpsoccerpodcast.com. GP Soccer Podcast welcomes the new support from-United Goalkeeping Alliance - Music Meets Sports - National Soccer Coaches Association of Canada - The Sports History NetworkAlso, many thanks to Feedspot.com for their continuing support! https://podcast.feedspot.com/soccer_coaching_podcasts/Enjoy the show!
Ep 398: The 2026 World Cup ticketing fallout continues. Is it just England fans who are feeling hard done by? I get the thoughts of fans of other competing nations. FIFA have the nerve to thank and call those who bought tickets ‘true fans' & still there is no word from our FA, or our supporters club. Running time 25:23 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Dive into the brilliant, often controversial, career of Mesut Özil, one of football's greatest "number 10s." This episode dissects the unique playing style of "The Architect," exploring his genius-level vision, telepathic passing, and record-breaking assists (including his Premier League high of 19 in one season). We analyze his transformative periods at Werder Bremen, his peak creation alongside Cristiano Ronaldo at Real Madrid, his magical seasons at Arsenal winning multiple FA Cups, and his pivotal, title-winning role for Germany in the World Cup. Discover why his legacy is defined not just by his statistics—over 200 career assists—but by his ability to see and execute passes others couldn't even imagine. Mesut Özil, Real Madrid, Arsenal FC, Playmaker, Soccer Podcast, World Cup, Premier League Assists, Football Maestro, German National Team
Ep 397: First there was the draw, now we have the prices, I also have the American view too, delighted to welcome back Gaurav Singhvi to the show to tell us how it's going down in the US, he also has some hints and tips too to keep those costs down. Running time 58:28 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Send us a text Welcome to the GP Soccer Podcast! Host Giovanni Pacini welcomes his worldwide audience with an extensive overview of the World Cup draw and event showThis week's "Conversation with the Coach" is with Kevin Murphy, the Goalkeeper Coach at Merrimack College. "Coaches Corner" features Eric Eisenhut discussing the team transition to defense. "News and Analysis" featured news from the AP, and Ralph Ferrigno is on with his European Soccer Report where he talks about Mo Salah managing star players. The "American Soccer Revolution" focuses on US Soccer's new "Pathway Strategy" and why the USMNT will likely never win the World Cup.The GP Soccer Podcast features new shows every Wednesday and can be found anywhere you listen to your podcasts. Listeners are encouraged to "Like" and "Subscribe" to the GP Soccer Podcast as well as share the show amongst those within their social media network! Those interested in advertising on the show can contact host Giovanni Pacini at gp4soccer@yahoo.com. And be sure to check out the show website at www.gpsoccerpodcast.com. GP Soccer Podcast welcomes the new support from-United Goalkeeping Alliance - Music Meets Sports - National Soccer Coaches Association of Canada - The Sports History NetworkAlso, many thanks to Feedspot.com for their continuing support! https://podcast.feedspot.com/soccer_coaching_podcasts/Enjoy the show!
In this episode, LDG interviews Aria Nagai, a midfielder for the Utah Royals!Aria reflects on her first professional season, winning the national championship in college, the Royals competitive yet supportive team culture, + so much more!Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Ep 396: The World Cup draw for 2026 has been made, join me as I give you my take on it, the show, Infantino, Trump, and our opponents too. Running time 24:18 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Welcome to the Bayou City Soccer Podcast! In this episode, Rudy returns and is joined by Manny Olivares, host of the Orange & Blueprints Podcast, to break down a wide range of new developments coming not only to the 2026 MLS regular season but also to future campaigns as the league updates its calendar to align more closely with global soccer schedules.We dive into the changes being rolled out by HDFC, review additional modifications approved by MLS club owners, and highlight key points shared by Houston Dynamo President of Soccer Pat Onstad regarding offseason roster moves.To wrap things up, we revisit our not-so-successful 2025 MLS season predictions and reflect on what we're grateful for within our incredible Bayou City Soccer community.-And much more!-We invite you to follow us at Bayou City Soccer!-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer on Facebook, IG, and Twitter-Hit us up using our hashtag #AskBCS-Hosts:@rudysegura3 on X-Guests:@Mannyvela4 on X-Again, BayouCitySoccer.net for everything!
In this episode, LDG interviews Fort Lauderdale United FC Goalkeeper Haley Craig!Haley talks about her move to Fort Lauderdale United, her earliest soccer memories, her experience in the USWNT youth system training environment at such a young age, how playing at Stanford benefited her development, and much more!She also discusses her time with the Portland Thorns in the NWSL, saving multiple penalties/scoring one herself (Alyssa Naeher style) in the College Cup Round of 16, and why she believes Fort Lauderdale United was the perfect fit for her next project.In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Haley and Fort Lauderdale United off the pitch, such as a match Haley would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on Fort Lauderdale United, who the team's DJ is in the Fort Lauderdale United locker room, and so much more!Cover Art Image Credit: Fort Lauderdale United FCThank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
Ep 395: Thomas Tuchel is 10 games in as England manager and just under a year in the job. What do you make of him now? Is it job half done, does he still need to win the World Cup to convince you he is the right man for the job. I'm joined by friends of the show to express their thoughts on TT. Running time 50:40 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
Ep 394: The Lionesses are back for their final 2 games of 2025, it's the final games of the Homecoming series, it's China at Wembley and Ghana at Southampton, I take a look at the squad and once again joined by Zoe from the Lionesses Den. *Apologies it's a little later in being released than usual ahead of the games. Running time 50:40 Join the debate in our Facebook group at http://bit.ly/2hnHBzi http://www.threelionspodcast.com http://www.Twitter.com/3LionsPodcast http://www.Twitter.com/Russell_Osborne
In this episode, LDG interviews Dallas Trinity captain and midfielder Amber Wisner (née Brooks)!Amber discusses being the first player signed to the Trinity and why the project of the club and league was so attractive to her, along with some of her earliest soccer memories.Amber recounts her brace with the Washington Spirit (and infamous subsequent celebration, which she claims put her on the map) on national television, reflecting on her last professional season and what's next for her after retiring from the sport she loves.She also shares her experiences playing with historic programs, such as UNC, the USWNT senior and youth national teams, including getting a cut on her face in her first senior USWNT cap, and much more!Cover Art Image Credit: Dallas Trinity FCThank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
After screaming with joy for 90 minutes watching the Gotham FC take down the Washington Spirit in the 2025 NWSL Championship, LDG takes the mic for a recap of the match that earned Gotham the second star above their crest.He highlights the standout players and key tactical decisions from on the pitch, while also analyzing why this victory is so important for the trajectory of Gotham FC off it, and hinting at what is next for both clubs as they look forward to the 2026 season (but mainly focusing on the mindblowing playoff run this team just pulled off!)On the Spirit's end, he mainly focuses on the side's performance in San Jose, breaking down the match in a similar manner as he did for Gotham, while also acknowledging the incredible season they had as a whole! He speaks to the Trinity Rodman and Hal Hershfelt injuries, and briefly alludes to Rodman's contract expiring at the end of the season, giving a glimpse of the big offseason storylines. Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
In this must-listen episode, LDG sets the stage for one of the club matches he has been most anticipating in recent memory, with an in-depth preview of the NWSL Final between the Washington Spirit and Gotham FC.He analyzes the three key storylines that will influence the final and outlines what each team must do to succeed. Additionally, he provides an in-depth look at the positional matchups to watch during the final and explains how each player in their respective systems will be crucial for their club this weekend.He provides deep insight into individual performances by players, team dynamics, and tactical approaches both on and off the ball that have defined the 2025 campaign, including the outstanding goal scorers and creative playmakers who will make headlines and help their teams lift the NWSL championship trophy.Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
In this episode, LDG interviews Sporting Jacksonville captain and midfielder Sophie Jones!Sophie talks about her move to Sporting Jacksonville, her earliest soccer memories, the first-ever Sporting Jacksonville match in front of an incredible crowd, her experience in the USWNT youth system training environment at such a young age, and much more!She also discusses playing in almost every minute this season, building a team from scratch, reflecting on Sporting Jacksonville's first season, her time with the Chicago Stars in the NWSL, and why she believes Sporting Jacksonville was the perfect fit for her next project.In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Sophie and Sporting Jax off the pitch, such as a match Sophie would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on Sporting Jax, who the team's DJ is in the Sporting Jax locker room, and so much more!Thank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!
In this episode, LDG interviews AFC Toronto Forward Colby Barnett as an NSL final special!Colby talks about her move to AFC Toronto FC, her earliest soccer memories, the moment she stepped onto the pitch at BMO Field for the Northern Super League in front of more than 14,000 fans, her experience in the USWNT youth system training environment at such a young age, and much more!Colby discusses her time at the WCC at Santa Clara, why AFC Toronto was such an appealing project for her, and how the team has combined its individual talent into a holistically dominant unit that won the Northern Super League Supporters' Shield by a wide margin.She also discusses playing in almost every minute this season, building a team from scratch, reflecting on the AFC Toronto's first season, and why she believes AFC Toronto was the perfect fit for her first professional club.In the rapid-fire section, we get to learn more about Colby and AFC Toronto FC off the pitch, such as a match Colby would love to relive, her ideal partner for a TikTok dance on AFC Toronto, who the team's DJ is in the AFC Toronto locker room, and so much more!Cover Art Image Credit: AFC Toronto FCThank you for listening! Remember to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, on Instagram (@the_womens_soccer_podcast) and Bluesky (@thewomenssoccerpod.bsky.social). In addition, leave a 5-star review and tell all your friends about our show!