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The NBA Draft first round happened in Brooklyn on Tuesday night and the picks went about how everyone expected. PFT is all wizzed up even though some are calling the Trae Young contract the worst contract in the NBA. Giannis traded to the Heat and Jaylen Brown is now left in no mans land (00:00:00-00:29:10). Ronaldo has finally entered the 2026 World Cup and claims he's back and more soccer talk (00:29:10-00:38:02). Mt Rushmore of Hard to Spell Words (00:38:02-00:59:36). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Dusty May to the Mavs, Sorsby has nowhere to go and more (00:59:36-01:22:23). Wyndham Clark joins the show to talk about his US Open at Shinnecock, the fans hating him on Sunday, opening up some grape, and a hilarious Baker Mayfield story (01:22:23-01:47:30). USMNT Captain Tim Ream joins the show to talk about the World Cup, the vibe shift with Poch as Head Coach, how far this team can go and more (01:47:30-02:14:55). We finish with guys on chicks.You 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
2 hours and 23 minutes The Sponsors Thank you to Underground Printing for making this all possible. Rishi and Ryan have been our biggest supporters from the beginning. Check out their wide selection of officially licensed Michigan fan gear at their 3 store locations in Ann Arbor or learn about their custom apparel business at undergroundshirts.com. Our associate sponsors are: Peak Wealth Management, Matt Demorest - Realtor and Lender, Ann Arbor Elder Law, Michigan Law Grad, Human Element, Sharon's Heating & Air Conditioning, The Sklars Brothers, Champions Circle, Winewood Organics, Community Pest Solutions, The Aretha Franklin Amphitheatre, Radecki Oral Surgery, Long Road Distillers, and Venue by 4M where recorded this. 1. What Dusty Just Done Did Starts at 0:51 Not only did we have this team come out of nowhere to be the best in the history Michigan basketball. The Dusty May Era is now a fever dream. Takes a little bit out of it. This is college basketball now. Understand why he wouldn't want to be a college coach today; he explicitly said he never got to feel like they won a championship. NCAA can be blamed for letting it get here but also they have no power whatsoever to fix all the things that mean the second you win a title you have to recruit your new team. Second time in a row the college coach the NBA took was Michigan's. This is not the Cavs; Dallas is a good gig. [The rest of the writeup and the player after THE JUMP] 2. The Future of Michigan Basketball Starts at 19:04 They're promoting Mike Boynton to interim head coach, with a possibility of permanence. Greater that 50% chance he's the HC without the interim title, but might execute a search. Five days after they announce a hire the portal is open for Michigan alone, which is probably what scared them into this now. McKenney is back, probably Cadeau back, direction of things is a battle to hold onto the transfer bigs. Boynton: got tagged by the FBI thing, can see his tenure as not successful, or successful for the Minnesota of the Big 12. He has a trademark, which is defense: five of six years with a top-20 unit. Still relatively young, can recruit. Program: "What option do we have?" UNNNNNGGGGGHHHHHH. Actual option: Josh Schertz! Trademark is twos, built a real roster there, is Dusty's best coaching buddy. Don't care as much about roster continuity (Brian Ellerbe, Sherrone Moore) because the players won't be around long. Also if you poach a coach you have access to another team's roster and coaching staff, whereas right now Michigan and the Mavs are competing for Michigan staff and Michigan and the world are competing for Michigan's players. Other names to look at: Niko Medved was our next pick two years ago, did as well as possible with Minnesota last year. Where is Michigan Basketball in program rankings? Would Purdue swap with us? Purdue built their fanbase over years of having a program, just like Michigan hockey. 3. The Warde Talk Starts at 53:17 What are you supposed to do with a guy who alternates between asleep-at-the-wheel scandals and national championships? Push back against Brian's assertion that people "don't want to work for him" because these are all individual situations. He's not a bad guy, but he's also not a guy who *does* things, unless that's milking the fanbase or turning Michigan Stadium into an F1 race of ads. His oeuvre is not doing anything, because that worked with Harbaugh in 2020, and now that's a modus operandi. Talking ADs history since Canham. Push back against Brian's lionizing of Canham: he was a visionary, but his record also includes Dr. Anderson and trying to prevent/undermine Title IX. We end up preferring Bill Martin of all our lifetime ADs—he built the boxes to prevent ads in the stadium. Don't think missing out on Les Miles was a loss. Brian's Warde assessment: He typed "how to AD" into ChatGPT. Does losing Dusty May like this change your opinion on Warde Manuel? No. But it's weird that he keeps surviving (no president to fire him). 4. 2027 Football Recruiting Starts at 1:20:46 Doesn't look any different from a Harbaugh class at this point. If you're good at scouting and developing you're fine. OL class is small but Lipsey stacks another elite tackle and they had to fend off ND for Louis Esposito, Rouleau is a Frey-type. Xavier Muhammad is a very good DT, Tavares Harrington a find at CB, and they held onto some important guys in-state in a good Michigan year. LB recruiting is still underfunded, Brian is fine with that because it's very a "what's in your head" position with no consensus on what schools want. State of the recruiting industry: Paramount got bought and 247 is getting raided as incompetent ownership sets in. On3 is more reactive to scouting this cycle, and almost universally rate M commits higher. White whales: #1 is CB Josh Dobson, Seth Tillman would be a big, big deal because DTs are hard to come by, Monsanna Torbert would be a big win over Ohio State. Lincoln Mageo would be a good OL to finish with. Would like to have more TEs coming in. 5. World Cup Starts at 1:50:04 Takes hotter than Dusty May's agent. Count how many times Brian calls USA "Michigan." Are the Americans the most pleased with their performance in Group Phase (2nd to Canadians). Freeman (son of Antonio) is very reliable defensively, main thing is you can put Dest at wing. Sauciest player in US history? McKenzie is everywhere, runs into the box from deep were especially effective vs Paraguay. Pulisic injury: not going to play him in the useless Turkey game, should be fine. Tim Ream has been trying to play soccer for us forever, always been the best guy on the ball. Decent draw, should be favored (when they make the field) for a couple of rounds. Success point is get to the quarters; they can go into a game against a world power and expect to compete, not win, and not win three in a row. Four years ago they were too young. Don't mind the 48-team format; it saps a lot of tension out of the Group Stage when three teams advance, but a lot of "small teams" have battled. Brazil is still working back to being BRAZIL. Germany is Ohio State but not a peak year Ohio State. France is super talented. Alex: If you play Bosnia and Herzegovina you play two countries at once. Seth: Actually it's more like seven point eight. MUSIC: "Hit or Miss"—Odetta "Take Da Charge"—Project Pat "Love on My Brain"—Jim Ford "Dog Has Its Day"—Toledo “Across 110th Street”—JJ Johnson and his Orchestra
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros preview the United States' crucial World Cup showdown with Australia and reveal their ideal starting XI for Mauricio Pochettino's side. The guys discuss which USMNT players need to raise their level, highlight the Australian stars capable of causing problems, and give their predictions for one of the biggest matches of the group stage as the Americans look to continue their strong start. Then, former Wrexham goalkeeper Mark Howard joins The Cooligans to react to England's entertaining 4-2 win, the controversy surrounding Dominik Livaković's penalty save, and Vozinha's heroic performance against Spain. Mark also shares which goalkeepers have stood out to him at the World Cup and explains what separates the elite shot-stoppers from the rest during a tournament of this magnitude. To wrap up the show, Christian and Alexis preview Canada's must-win match against Qatar and explain why the pressure is mounting for the Canadians. They also look ahead to the rest of Group C, including a struggling Brazil side searching for answers against Haiti, and discuss whether the five-time champions are in danger of becoming the tournament's biggest disappointment. Timestamps: (0:00) — Full USMNT vs Australia preview and predictions (23:10) - Mark Howard joins the Cooligans Daily Live (36:00) - Canada vs. Qatar full preview (40:30) - Group C preview: Brazil vs. Haiti & Scotland vs. Morocco Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
(0:00) The third hour opens with Felger asking the question: How has the FIFA World Cup affected Bostonians?(11:10) The guys address Paraguay's Miguel Almirón after he appeared to embellish contact in an attempt to draw a foul on U.S. defender Tim Ream, and discuss the impact flopping has on the sport of soccer.(21:03) Resetting thoughts on the rumored Jaylen Brown Trade and how the Celtics should go about it.(26:07) The conversation about the Jaylen Brown trade continues with the guys discussing his dissatisfaction with the Celtics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On The Morning Shift, Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan and Ali Mac spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own soccer insider Madison Crews! Mike, Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss what Madison thought about Team USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match, what has been the biggest surprise of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for Madison so far, how important Tim Ream has been to Team USA as their captain, what Australia's kind of surprising 2-0 win over Türkiye last night means for Team USA and their group, Group D, which 2026 FIFA World Cup teams are flying under the radar right now that people should start paying attention to, if Germany's 7-1 win over Curaçao yesterday is more a result of who Germany played or proof of how much of a force Germany will be in this year's World Cup, and what non Team USA FIFA World Cup match Team USA fans should take time to watch.
HR3 - QBs in NFC South are mostly uncertain or unproven commodities In hour three Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan quickly touch on some of the biggest headlines around the local and national sports scene, continue to react to NFL writer Nick Shook ranking the NFC South division last when it comes to quarterback play, explain why they agree and think the NFC South does indeed have the worst quarterback play in NFL right now, continue to recap and react to the Atlanta Braves losing their third series of the season and losing back-to-back series for the first time this season after losing their rubber match with New York Mets 8-1 yesterday, continue to react to the news that the Braves placed starting pitcher Spencer Strider on the 15-day injured list on Saturday after imaging revealed inflammation in his right elbow, and explain why they think Strider's dip in velocity likely means he's facing a long term injury. Then, Mike, Beau, and Ali spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own soccer insider Madison Crews Mike, Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss what Madison thought about Team USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match, what has been the biggest surprise of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for Madison so far, how important Tim Ream has been to Team USA as their captain, what Australia's kind of surprising 2-0 win over Türkiye last night means for Team USA and their group, Group D, which 2026 FIFA World Cup teams are flying under the radar right now that people should start paying attention to, if Germany's 7-1 win over Curaçao yesterday is more a result of who Germany played or proof of how much of a force Germany will be in this year's World Cup, and what non Team USA FIFA World Cup match Team USA fans should take time to watch.
(0:00) The second hour kicks off with the Lightning Round as callers chime in with their thoughts on topics discussed on the show. (14:05) The guys discuss how impressed they were with the United States Men's National Team after winning their 1st World Cup match against Paraguay 4-1 last Friday. (28:26) Felger and Mazz blast Paraguay's Miguel Almirón for attempting to draw a foul against U.S. defender Tim Ream after faking an injury during their World Cup matchup.(34:09) Former New England Revolution player and MLS commentator Taylor Twellman joins the show and discusses Team USA's performance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down their biggest takeaways from an action-packed World Cup weekend, presented by Smirnoff Ice. Alexis explains why Mauricio Pochettino proved friendlies are meant for experimentation, why Scotland deserves to be taken seriously beyond their traveling support, and why Gio Reyna may have played his way into a major club transfer after the tournament. Christian highlights the atmosphere created by Zohran ticket winners at Brazil vs. Morocco, the technology that correctly overturned an offside call for Sweden, and why Tim Ream continues to prove he belongs in the USMNT lineup—and perhaps even deserves the captain's armband. Next, the guys react to Tunisia's shocking decision to fire their head coach after a crushing 5-1 defeat to Sweden. Is Sweden's dominant start a sign that they're a genuine contender in this tournament? Christian and Alexis discuss what Tunisia's decision says about the pressure facing managers at the World Cup and whether Sweden may be flying under the radar. To wrap up the show, The Cooligans turn their attention to Norway and debate whether Erling Haaland can be the player who finally delivers World Cup success for his country. The guys also preview the upcoming slate of matches, including Belgium vs. Egypt, Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay and Iran vs. New Zealand, before reacting to one of the most wholesome stories of the tournament: Dutch and Japanese supporters coming together to create unforgettable World Cup scenes. Timestamps: (2:00) — World Cup opening weekend takeaways (15:15) - Tunisia sack head coach after 5-1 loss (21:45) - Erling Haaland the man to bring World Cup glory to Norway? (35:30) - Matchday preview Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
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Dan Buck and Kim St. Onge fill in on the Marc Cox Morning Show, discussing the reported U.S.-Iran peace agreement, falling oil prices, the G7 Summit, UFC Freedom 250 at the White House, and America 250 celebrations. The show also covers the downtown St. Louis sinkhole, West County Mall shooting, teen takeovers, and local crime concerns. Hans von Spakovsky joins to discuss major Supreme Court cases, FDA transparency, vaccine liability protections, and federal DEI funding. Missouri Rep. Alex Riley explains Amendment 4 and changes to Missouri's initiative petition process, while Tom Ackerman breaks down Team USA's World Cup run, Tim Ream's leadership, Cardinals bullpen concerns, Chaim Bloom's roster decisions, and the Knicks' championship. The show concludes with discussion of Sen. Ron Johnson's claims regarding COVID vaccine safety data and government transparency.
Missouri Rep. Alex Riley discusses Amendment 4 and changes to the state's initiative petition process. Tom Ackerman breaks down Team USA's World Cup run, Tim Ream's leadership, Cardinals bullpen concerns, and the Knicks' championship. The hour also features Sen. Ron Johnson's claims regarding COVID vaccine safety data and government transparency.
Tom Ackerman joins the show to discuss Team USA's World Cup win over Paraguay, St. Louis native Tim Ream's leadership role, the Cardinals' hot offense and bullpen concerns, Chaim Bloom's roster management, and the Knicks' first NBA title in more than 50 years.
Mike Johnson, Beau Morgan and Ali Mac spend some time with 92.9 The Game's own soccer insider Madison Crews! Mike, Beau, Ali, and Madison discuss what Madison thought about Team USA's 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday in their opening 2026 FIFA World Cup match, what has been the biggest surprise of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for Madison so far, how important Tim Ream has been to Team USA as their captain, what Australia's kind of surprising 2-0 win over Türkiye last night means for Team USA and their group, Group D, which 2026 FIFA World Cup teams are flying under the radar right now that people should start paying attention to, if Germany's 7-1 win over Curaçao yesterday is more a result of who Germany played or proof of how much of a force Germany will be in this year's World Cup, and what non Team USA FIFA World Cup match Team USA fans should take time to watch.
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react live to the USMNT's stunning 4-1 victory over Paraguay in their opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The boys break down one of the most complete performances in modern U.S. Soccer history, discussing how Mauricio Pochettino's side overwhelmed a talented South American opponent with confidence, intensity and attacking quality. They also name Folarin Balogun their Player of the Match after his brilliant two-goal performance. Then, Christian and Alexis dive deeper into the individual performances that powered the victory. From Gio Reyna's spectacular goal to Christian Pulisic's dominant first-half display, the guys explain why the USMNT looked every bit like a team capable of making noise in the tournament. They also give Chris Richards his flowers after a commanding defensive performance that set the tone from the opening whistle. To wrap up the show, The Cooligans look ahead to the United States' next World Cup clash against Australia and debate just how far this team can realistically go in the tournament. The guys also recap Canada's impressive draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina, discussing what the result means for Canada's chances of advancing and the growing strength of North American soccer on the world stage. Timestamps: (0:00) — Reacting to the USMNT's dominant performance (10:30) — Balogun's Historic Night Breakdown (19:30) — Pulisic's Performance Report Card (23:30) - Chris Richards' near perfect performance (32:00) - Looking ahead to next game vs Australia (40:30) - Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina recap Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
NASA on Tuesday announced the four astronauts, three Americans and one Italian, who will crew its Artemis III mission, which is set to launch next year. They spoke with Mark Strassmann about the mission and the main obstacle they face.For the first time in more than 25 years, the FDA has approved a new sunscreen ingredient. Bemotrizinol has been used in Europe and Asia for decades. Dermatologist Dr. Rachel Nazarian explains how it's different, what it means for consumers and why it took so long to get approved.Bettors have wagered millions of dollars on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi as rumors swirl surrounding the wedding of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Jo Ling Kent has more.NASA administrator Jared Isaacman talks with "CBS Mornings" about the astronauts selected for the Artemis III mission, how this mission is different and a potential moon landing in 2028.An Air Canada pilot is accused of flying 900 flights over 17 years without a proper license. The man used false documents after being promoted to captain in 2009 until his retirement last year, authorities said. He did have a valid commercial pilot license, but never got the license required to act as a captain.The World Cup kicks off on Thursday and the U.S. men's national team begins its quest against Paraguay on Friday, led by veteran defender Tim Ream. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about expectations for the U.S. men's national team, his leadership and more.Amazon Books editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" to reveal Amazon's best books of the year so far and why they made the list.Musician G Flip first rose to fame in Australia but has become a global star since their song "Bed of Fire" appeared in the series "Off Campus." They speak to "CBS Mornings" about how the song's popularity has impacted their music, family support and advice for young artists.
Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new LIVE episode of State of the Union! Today, the pair react to the USA's exciting 3-2 win over Senegal. Christian Pulisic and Sergiño Dest got on the scoresheet early before Folarin Balogun provided the winner in the 2nd half. Alexi and Mosse discuss their biggest takeaways from the match, who performed the best, some surprises in the starting XI and more. After, we look ahead to the USA's final friendly before the World Cup vs Germany and discuss the state of the team as we approach this summer's tournament. We wrap up the show breaking down Mexico's friendly win over Australia and reacting to PSG taking home their 2nd straight UCL title over Arsenal and Toluca topping Tigres to take home the CONCACAF Champions Cup title. Presented by Zillow #Zillow Reaction to USA's 3-2 win over Senegal: (1:55)Tim Ream named USA captain for World Cup: (20:02)Looking ahead to the USA's friendly vs Germany: (23:00)Mexico tops Australia in pre-World Cup friendly: (28:32)PSG claim 2nd straight UCL title over Arsenal: (33:06)Toluca wins CONCACAF Champions Cup: (42:08) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hey, soccer fans! Time to pivot to World Cup coverage and analysis! Nick starts with a breakdown of the roster as selected by head coach of the USMNT, Mauricio Pochettino. Stars like Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie, and Tyler Adams are no surprise, but the inclusion of Tim Ream, Cristian Roldan, and Max Arfsten have people questioning their value and role on the team. Omissions of Diego Luna and Zavier Gozo also had people raising eyebrows. Tune in to hear Nick's takes on all the news surrounding the squad. Nick also gets into a discussion about Chicago Fire goalkeeper Chris Brady's selection to the team. There is no doubt Brady deserves the call-up, but can he compete for minutes with Matt Turner and Matt Freese? Also, we look at Brady's recent fine from Major League Soccer for embellishment, and Nick asks the difficult question if Brady is getting a bad reputation from the officials. Don't forget to go back and check out Nick's conversation with American soccer legend, Clint Mathis, in a prior episode. Tune in and join the conversation! Make sure you like & subscribe, rate & review, and keep growing the show. Follow the Fire on SportSpyder. Connect on social media: Twitter - Facebook - Instagram - YouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's a full Wall Pass Wednesday on SDH AMWe go from the USMNT announcement in New York- hearing from head coach Mauricio Pochettino, Christian Pulisic, Tim Ream, Tyler Adams, and Weston McKennie We look at the Copa results from last night as well...Hour 2 has MLSSoccer.com's Dylan Butler on the weekend past plus Gabe Schray drops by from Greensboro on the MLS NEXT Pro shocker on Carolina Core
Idan Toklomati's fancy footwork finished off a nice team goal and 10-man Charlotte FC held on thanks to Kahlina denying Carles Gil's Free Kick. It was the perfect way to head into the extended summer break as the World Cup takes center stage. The win also served as Wilfried Zaha's farewell match in Charlotte, which is going to play heavy into the 2nd half of the season once MLS play resumes. John and Danny will break it all down, say farewell to Wilf, hype up Tim Ream's selection to the USMNT, and maybe even a shoutout to new Premier League Champions Arsenal.
Charlotte FC finally got back to winning ways Saturday, taking down Toronto FC 3-1 at the Bank. But before that were two lackluster results – a draw with FC Cincinnati and a lackluster 1-0 loss to NYCFC. This week on the show, Matt, David and Corey spend most of their time breaking down the Toronto match but they don't overlook the issues we saw in the other two matches. Topics include: When things aren't going well, is it Dean Smith (and tactics and lineups) or is it the players?What was different about the Toronto match compared to the previous two?What needs to happen in the summer transfer window?And David compares himself Tim Ream and Ashley Westwood and shares his most recent heat map.--Want to get into our Discord to discuss all the matches this season, get access to the Secret Show and ask us questions for upcoming episodes? Support us on Patreon for just a few bucks to get access to that and more.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MintCitySoccerShow
A lifeless effort from Charlotte FC saw the Crown go down 1-0 at home to NYC FC. What's gone wrong with this club in 2026? Is it just the regular ups and downs of a season? Or is there a deeper rot settling into the locker room?DannyBrams searches for those answers by digging into the postgame commentary from Tim Ream, Dean Smith, and Luca de la Torre. There are definitely hints to be found reading between the lines, let's discover them together!
This summer, the United States will play host to the World Cup, the biggest event in the soccer world. But the United States Men's National Soccer Team have consistently been underdogs in the tournament. A new HBO documentary follows the team as the prepare for the World Cup. Director Rand Getlin discusses "U.S. Against the World: Four Years with the Men's National Soccer Team." Photo by Raul ARBOLEDA / AFP: USA's goalkeeper #01 Matt Turner, defender #03 Walker Zimmerman, forward #21 Timothy Weah, midfielder #06 Yunus Musah, defender #13 Tim Ream, defender #05 Antonee Robinson and (bottom L-R) midfielder #04 Tyler Adams, forward #10 Christian Pulisic, midfielder #08 Weston McKennie, defender #02 Sergino Dest and forward #09 Jesus Ferreira pose for the team picture ahead of the Qatar 2022 World Cup round of 16 football match between the Netherlands and USA at Khalifa International Stadium in Doha on December 3, 2022. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
(0:00) Thunder beat Lakers, Pistons beat Cavaliers (26:21) Joel Embiid out vs. Knicks, Spurs must-win vs. T-Wolves? (39:34) Jaylen Brown frustrated with Celtics, Should Boston trade him? (47:57) Nick's Tiers (01:05:59) Luka Doncic working towards recovery, (01:16:20) Tim Ream joins (01:24:10) Packed Stats, Too soon to talk about Thunder sweeping Lakers? (01:47:52) Did the Cowboys win the Micah Parsons trade? (01:56:53) Rachel Nichols joins to discuss Lakers vs. Thunder (02:06:36) Will the Knicks dominate the 76ers without Embiid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Arsenal are headed to the Champions League Final, but are they completely underestimating PSG? The Cooligans break down why Luis Enrique may have built the perfect tactical trap for Mikel Arteta's side and whether Arsenal are truly ready for the biggest match in club football. The boys preview every angle of the final, debate who has the edge mentally and tactically, and give their official predictions. Then USMNT captain Tim Ream joins the show! The Charlotte FC defender opens up about the pressure of hosting a World Cup on home soil, what's changed inside the USMNT locker room under Mauricio Pochettino, and why the team isn't overreacting to recent poor performances. He also talks about returning to MLS after years in the Premier League, what it's like playing alongside Wilfried Zaha, and somehow managing life with six dogs at home. Finally, Real Madrid are spiraling. Fans are frustrated, the locker room reportedly feels divided, and Kylian Mbappe's first season in Madrid has ended without a major trophy. The boys debate whether Mbappe is unfairly taking the blame or if Real Madrid made a massive mistake bringing him in. Is this just a rough first season… or the beginning of something much worse for Los Blancos? Timestamps: (10:30) - Will PSG have too much firepower for Arsenal in the UCL Final? (35:30) - Tim Ream joins the Cooligans (59:00) - Kylian Mbappe the main cause of the turmoil around Real Madrid? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss Pellegrino Matarazzo's historic win over Atletico Madrid in the Copa Del Rey final - is the New Jersey native destined to coach the USMNT one day? Haji Wright clinched promotion with Coventry, but can he cut it in the Premier League? The crew discusses Malik Tillman dropping down Leverkusen's pecking order, and what it could mean for his hopes of starting in the World Cup. And with Tim Ream picking up a groin injury over the weekend, the guys do a deep dive on what the USMNT's pool of centerbacks actually looks like. Plus, it's time to revisit the projected USMNT World Cup roster. Who is the third goalkeeper? Is there a spot for Gio Reyna? And is Diego Luna ahead of Alex Zendejas? 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
That was rough. The USMNT got hit hard in a 5-2 loss to Belgium, and we went live immediately after the final whistle to make sense of it all. Is this the kind of loss that forces growth—or proof that this team just isn't ready yet? We break down Mauricio Pochettino's tactics, decisions, and whether he got it completely wrong on the night. Then, USMNT legend Marcelo Balboa joins us to offer real insight into what failed on the pitch and what the team must fix before it's too late. Belgium came to play, and one name stood above the rest: Dodi Lukebakio. With two goals and a dominant performance, he earns our Player of the Game honors. Meanwhile, we take a hard look at Pochettino's lineup choices, substitutions, and overall game management. Were the players set up to fail, or did individuals simply not rise to the occasion? We hand out grades and don't hold back. As always, the chat had plenty to say—and we bring the best (and wildest) fan reactions into the show. From frustration to full-on panic, the USMNT discourse is heating up. We wrap things up by turning the page to what's next: a massive test against Portugal. What needs to change, and can the U.S. bounce back? We've got you covered. Timestamps: (1:55) – Recapping USMNT's brutal loss to Belgium (6:30) - Marcelo Balboa joins the Show (17:15) – Player of the Game: Dodi Lukebakio (28:00) – Grading Mauricio Pochettino (40:00) - USMNT vs Portugal preview Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Alexis Nunes and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by recapping the exciting friendly between Brazil and France. Then, Tim Ream hits out at the team that last managed the USMNT. Lastly, there are 3 exclusive conversations with USMNT stars Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, and Ricardo Pepi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Call It What You Want, presented by Zillow, dives into a pivotal moment for the USMNT as the March camp ramps up ahead of a high-profile friendly against Belgium. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the club form of Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun (08:15), and debate whether the USMNT's attacking core is finally finding its rhythm at the right time. The crew also assess Malik Tillman's first season at Leverkusen (15:53) and discuss who should be trusted from the penalty spot when it matters most (18:55). Plus, after Tim Ream calls this the “most important camp” yet, the crew reflect on their own experiences fighting for spots with the national team - and push back on the idea that performances in camp alone determine a coach's decisions. So what really matters to Mauricio Pochettino when evaluating his bubble players (31:57)? Plus, Ricardo Pepi's move to Fulham looks in doubt (48:33) while Orlando City get a big boost with Antoine Griezmann set to join the MLS strugglers (54:35). 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
Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union Presented by Zillow. Someday Starts Today. We are officially 100 days out from the start of the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ and we're talking all things USA. Alexi sat down with USMNT legend Brian McBride to talk about the striker options for the national team, what made the 2002 group that reached the quarterfinals so special, his infamous 2006 bloody nose incident and much more. Afterwards, Alexi and Mosse debate whether Tim Ream should pass the torch to Noahkai Banks for a starting center back spot and touch on the possibility that Banks might switch to the German national team. In #AskAlexi, the pair discuss if Italy can survive the playoffs and finally return to the World Cup and in One for the Road, Alexi gives us his top ten power rankings for teams in this summer's tournament. Intro (0:00)Brian McBride: Who starts up top for the U.S. & more (2:52)U.S. Abroad: Banks vs Ream, Balogun & Wright keep scoring (28:43)Alexi's U.S. Starting XI Prediction (42:48)#AskAlexi: Italy misses again + Iran at the World Cup (47:27)One For The Road: World Cup Top 10 Power Rankings (54:26) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies sit down with their former coach - and one of the most influential figures in American soccer history - Bob Bradley for a wide-ranging conversation as the USMNT gears up for a home World Cup (04:03). Bob evaluates Mauricio Pochettino's time in charge of the group and what fine-tuning is left to do (05:59). The crew gets into the weeds on shape, flexibility, and how to maximize the March friendlies (14:10). Bob shares his view on the roster options - from the staying power of Tim Ream to what he sees in young center back Noahkai Banks to how he'd manage the mercurial talents of Gio Reyna (16:57). The conversation turns to Bob's own coaching career with an extended reflection on the USMNT's run to the 2009 Confederations Cup Final (34:16). He also revisits his early impressions of a young Charlie Davies and reflects on the players he most enjoyed coaching and watching, and wades into the waters of comparing Christian Pulisic, Clint Dempsey, and Landon Donovan (56:12). On a more personal note, Bob discusses watching his son Michael Bradley's transition into coaching with Red Bulls New York, and why he always sensed that path was inevitable (1:03:46). 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
David sit downs in person with these four MLS stars. They talk about a range of topics from youth development, to living in the moment around the World Cup, Wilfred Nancy's future in Europe, Jersey pizza, and much more.1:00 Seb Berhalter (VAN) on player development, World Cup memories, making the WC roster, and who is next up for the Whitecaps.8:05 Tim Ream (CTL) on growth of MLS, living in the moment, work life balance, Charlotte's next steps, and more.22:19 Steven Moreira(CLB) on what makes Nancy special, good fighting in the locker room, his position change, losing Darlington Nagbe, and what Columbus means to him.37:32 Paxten Aaronson(COL) on coming back to MLS, Jersey pizza, having a professional soccer brother, and much more.
Strap in for an action-packed show! Jimmy Conrad and Marcelo Balboa break down Brenden Aaronson's Premier League resurgence (3:55), Antonee Robinson's seamless return from injury (07:03), and Yunus Musah earning more minutes (14:41). The guys weigh in on the purported leaked USMNT World Cup kits doing the rounds, and how they stack up against the iconic 1994 jerseys (19:19). Charlie Davies joins live from MLS Media Day with Sebastian Berhalter to discuss Vancouver's preseason, lessons learned from Thomas Müller, and seizing his USMNT opportunities (30:55). Is Berhalter a lock for June (49:53)? Plus, Tim Ream makes his CIWYW debut, reflecting on life as the USMNT's grizzled vet, Mauricio Pochettino's “stroke of genius,” and plenty more (1:06:40). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to a crazy weekend in the MLS playoffs. First, LAFC were stunned by the Vancouver Whitecaps — how did it all go down, and does this make Vancouver the Western Conference favorites? Then, Inter Miami dominated FC Cincinnati. Will Javier Mascherano bench Luis Suárez permanently?Next, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS and USMNT center back Tim Ream to chat all things USMNT, including Gio Reyna's unlikely return. How will the USMNT prepare heading into the final stretch before the World Cup, and what difference has Pochettino made for the team?Later, the boys break down whether Arsenal can stave off competition from Man City and Chelsea and continue their impressive start to the season. They also look at Liverpool's struggles and what that means for Arne Slot.Timestamps:(6:30) – LAFC stunned by 9-man Vancouver(20:00) – Are Inter Miami better off without Luis Suárez?(37:00) – NYCFC eliminate top-seeded Philadelphia Union(47:30) – Tim Ream joins The Cooligans(1:02:00) – Can anyone catch Arsenal in the title race? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies keep the November window rolling with a full preview of the USMNT's final match of 2025 - a friendly against South American powerhouse Uruguay. The guys revisit the win over Paraguay (02:03), dive into Gio Reyna's instant impact despite limited club minutes, and debate whether Jimmy should reconsider his previous claim that Reyna won't make the World Cup roster (08:26). They also examine Tim Ream's enduring value to the backline (26:12) and break down Mauricio Pochettino's lineup choices as he prepares to face his mentor, Marcelo Bielsa (33:41). Plus, a temperature check on co-hosts Mexico and Canada ahead of next summer (46:00). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT's 1-1 draw against Ecuador in Austin, where Folarin Balogun's late equalizer capped off a performance that surely cements him as Mauricio Pochettino's No. 9. Malik Tillman made an instant impact off the bench, and the guys argue this might've been the best the team has looked under Poch, even with several big names missing. With midfield competition heating up, could Weston McKennie be in danger of losing his spot ahead of 2026? Or is Tim Weah the one feeling the squeeze? Meanwhile, veteran Tim Ream continues to make his case as indispensable at the back. Plus, The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins live from Austin to unpack Pochettino's postgame remarks and what they reveal about where this USMNT project is headed next. 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
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome in Croatian legend and Hajduk Split Technical Director Ivan Rakitic for an unmissable conversation. Ivan opens up about his illustrious playing career (2:50), Croatia's World Cup magic (08:37), choosing between two national teams (15:52), and his time at Barcelona during the Messi era (19:54). Ivan reflects on playing alongside Jermaine Jones at Schalke (24:28), offers advice for the USMNT ahead of next year's World Cup (28:20), explains what Christian Pulisic can learn from Luka Modric (35:02), and reveals his all-time favorite teammates (38:15). The guys then turn the spotlight back on the USMNT following the September window. Mauricio Pochettino wants all the smoke (42:53), where Tim Ream should play (54:12), and the Gold Cup drama is finally in the rearview (59:40). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer. For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT's 2-0 friendly win over Japan. The boys break down the entire performance, including Folarin Balogun's strong showing at striker. Has Balogun cemented his place as the starting striker for next summer? They also recap Christian Pulisic's return to the USMNT and explain why he's such a crucial piece for the team.Then, they grade the September international window, which included both a win and a loss. They also highlight their “stock up” player following this game. Can Alex Zendejas make a case to compete with Tim Weah for the right-wing spot?Finally, Christian and Alexis reveal where their USMNT confidence meter stands after another mixed international window under Mauricio Pochettino. (0:00) – Match recap(8:00) – Grading the September window(19:00) – Breaking down Christian Pulisic's performance(30:00) – Stock up: Alex Zendejas(35:00) – USMNT confidence meter Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Charlotte FC has a new left back who's already enjoying the Southern Hospitality after traveling to the Carolinas from his native UK. Danny Brams is here to break down what Harry Toffolo had to say in his introductory press conference, and also has some bonus content with Tim Ream previewing The Crown's upcoming match vs Real Salt Lake. It's the reaction to the reaction to the reaction and it's always For the Crown, Baby!
Only five international windows remain for the Red, White, and Blue to tune up for the big dance next year. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the key takeaways from the USMNT's Gold Cup campaign, and discuss the importance of the team's upcoming friendlies (5:30). From green dots to DNPs, the guys rank every player's performance (26:35) - and Jimmy gets called out for going soft on Mauricio Pochettino (47:59). Tim Ream wore the captain's armband this summer, but will there be a changing of the guard (56:42)? 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/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to the USMNT's shaky semifinal win over Guatemala. The boys talk Diego Luna, who impressed once again, scoring both goals for the Stars and Stripes. They also break down another lackluster performance from young striker Patrick AgyemangChristian and Alexis then chat Matt Freese's performance in goal and whether it raised or lowered his stock. They also give us their USMNT confidence level ahead of an important final on Sunday.Later, Christian and Alexis preview the Final and give us their thoughts on the USMNT's Gold Cup performance so far.(0:00) - Match recap(5:00) - Player of the Game: Diego Luna(13:00) - Breaking down Patrick Agyemang's lackluster performance(24:00) - Matt Freese: Stock up or stock down?(30:00) - USMNT confidence meter update Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Houston, we have a showdown! Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola discuss Mexico's Gold Cup campaign ahead of Sunday's title game against the United States. Identity under Javier Aguirre, breakout star Gilberto Mora and how to hurt El Tri (03:56). Mauricio Pochettino talks fan culture and substitutions (25:06). Diego Luna makes the right noises (33:22). The USMNT's struggles with playing out of pressure (38:57). Tim Ream takes on the haters/doubters (47:44). And Jimmy reveals his combined USA-Mexico starting XI (57:48). 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/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. 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
The USMNT are through to the knockout stage of the Gold Cup! The boys break down their 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia including Chris Richards' big time performance, Tim Ream's refusal to be ushered out of the picture and Matt Freese making the most of his opportunity.Plus, JJ tells us why Inter Miami's triumph over FC Porto is not an MLS triumph and James Montague joins the show discussing his new book about the Saudis growing involvement in athletic competition.If you're looking for even more Caught Offside content, head on over to our premium channel, Caught Offside Plus!Just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com to sign up! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)!And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The USMNT's Gold Cup roster is here, and it's stirring plenty of debate. Notable absences include stars Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, and Jedi Robinson. Head coach Mauricio Pochettino confirmed Pulisic will rest, while Musah withdrew for personal reasons. Josh Sargent? Simply left out due to tactical preference. The spotlight this summer turns to fresh faces, with five players—Alex Freeman, Damion Downs, Sebastian Berhalter, Quinn Sullivan, and Matt Freese—set to make their senior debuts. While familiar names like Tyler Adams and Folarin Balogun anchor the team, breakout potential lies in players like Diego Luna, Brian White, and Sebastian Berhalter, who could become national team regulars with strong showings. The big question: does this roster still scream “Gold Cup Title or Bust”? Off the field, the timing matters. This summer was supposed to build momentum—think trophy lifts and confetti—heading into the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup on home soil. Instead, we're left wondering who will lead this group. Tim Ream? Tyler Adams? With upcoming games vs. Türkiye and Switzerland before the group stage kicks off, it's time for new heroes to emerge. Instant Reaction: No Pulisic, Musah, Robinson (4:02) Players that will step up (21:37) Back to front roster breakdown (24:46) Alexi's projected starting XI (40:30) Stu joined 25 Words or Less gameshow (50:18) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Tottenham's win over Manchester United to lift the Europa League Trophy and answer the burning questions: Is Ruben Amorim the right guy to lead Man United? Should Tottenham continue with the Ange Postecoglou project? Who's the bigger Tottenham legend: Heung-Min Son or Harry Kane?Christian and Alexis then react to the full USMNT Gold Cup roster. They give us their biggest snubs, players to watch, team expectations and much more ahead of next month's tournament.Later, Christian and Alexis give Lo Labonta her flowers after she finally received her first USWNT call-up!(5:00) - Should Man United continue with Ruben Amorim?(13:45) - Should Harry Kane have left Tottenham?(20:00) - Best postgame moments from the Europa League Final(30:00) - USMNT Gold Cup roster breakdown(45:30) - Run That Back: Lo Labonta gets first USWNT call-up! Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Hello Colorado Rapids fans. This week on Holding The High Line, we've got a lot to talk about. Rabbi and Red banter about the USMNT making us big sad. Concacaf Nations League didn't go well. Zack Steffen was supposedly supposed to start on Sunday but then got sick. We're less enthused about the World Cup now. Then we break down what went wrong against Portland Timbers. It might not be as bad as you think. The Pids may be closer than the score line suggested. Cole Bassett and Chris Armas spoke well after the game. How about Adam Beaudry? And yay Reggie Cannon's shirt. Then we preview Charlotte FC. It's the only afternoon game of the year. Papa Red is coming to his first Rapids game! Tim Ream, Wilfried Zaha, and Patrick Agyeman, oh my! Oh and Conor Ronan had his appendix removed and the NWSL team has a training facility location. It's as we expected. We've partnered with Magic Mind to help the Rapids Community build on their pillars of health, including sleep, diet, exercise, and more. Magic Mind has launched their 24 hour pack, including focus and sleep shots in one. Get started with Magic Mind today with our special link. Use the discount code HIGHLINER20 at checkout.
The Scuffed Soccer Podcast | USMNT, Yanks Abroad, MLS, futbol in America
Watke and Belz check in with Sanjay Sujanthakumar less than 24 hours before USA-Panama in Los Angeles as he hustles around SoCal covering the team. We touch on the back-and-forth with Tim Ream on who tonight's left back will be, what the midfield might look like, what we've learned from lots of press conferences and the mixed zone in the last few days, the various responses from players and coaches to the politics questions, and more. Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon! Patrons get a private ad-free feed for all episodes that go out on the public feed, plus the Monday Review every week with Watke and Vince. Patrons also get access to some video of clips we discuss on the show, our private Discord server, live call-in shows, and the full catalog of historic recaps we've made: https://www.patreon.com/scuffedAlso, 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.com
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Real Madrid's controversial Champions League win against inner-city rival, Atletico Madrid. The boys debate whether or not Julian Alvarez's double tap penalty should have counted or not. They also break down Liverpool's shock exit to PSG and what it means for Mo Salah's Ballon d'Or chances.Christian and Alexis then bring on Portland Thorns forward Deyna Castellanos to preview the upcoming NWSL season, as well as her show us her new signature shoe.Later, Christian and Alexis break down the USMNT's march roster, including a couple of surprise additions. Has Pochettino made the right decision calling-up Diego Luna over Brenden Aaronson? (6:45) - Should Julian Alvarez's penalty counted?(24:10) - PSG eliminate Liverpool(33:30) - Deyna Castellanos joins the show(56:45) - Reviewing USMNT's march roster
Johnny Cardoso put in a monster performance against Real Madrid, capping it off with a goal—but does the Real Betis man have a shot at cracking the USMNT starting lineup? Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies debate where he fits in a midfield already stacked with talent (06:47). Meanwhile, Yunus Musah's tough outing against Lazio raises the question: is versatility a blessing or a curse (16:53)? Plus, Gio Reyna is finally getting minutes at Dortmund, so why isn't he making more of them (25:47)? Matt Turner keeps his FA Cup run alive at Crystal Palace, but with Dean Henderson locked in as No. 1, so where can an international goalkeeper find more regular minutes come the summer (28:15)? Despite Milan being in a rut, there's no need to sound the Pulisic panic-meter (38:02). And speaking of dilemmas, has Mauricio Pochettino reached the point where he has to move on from Tim Ream (41:02)? Finally, the guys break down MLS Matchday 2, including why Brian White's goal-scoring heroics won't translate to the USMNT (50:16). 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/ You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+. Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, EFL, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters. 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
The Scuffed Soccer Podcast | USMNT, Yanks Abroad, MLS, futbol in America
The dean of the USMNT player pool joined Sanjay Sujanthakumar in the lobby of a hotel in Fort Lauderdale on Friday to discuss centerback development in America, how he got to be so comfortable on the ball, Poch's mentality campaign, whether he wants to coach after his playing career ends, watching his national team teammates grow up before his eyes, and much more. By the way, he says Joe Scally is the most underrated USMNT teammate he's ever had.Follow Sanjay on Twitter: https://x.com/tha_Real_Kumar Subscribe to Scuffed on Patreon! Patrons get a private ad-free feed for all episodes that go out on the public feed, plus the Monday Review every week with Watke and Vince. Patrons also get access to some video of clips we discuss on the show, our private Discord server, live call-in shows, and the full catalog of historic recaps we've made: https://www.patreon.com/scuffed
USMNT: discussion points from Panama win and Mexico loss, who impressed and disappointed, with focus on Tim Ream and CBs, Brenden Aaronson plus Josh Sargent and striker situation HOT TOPICS: thots on Tommy the Toolbag Terrorist as England's next manager HALFTIME: What If - what is the world single player that Southampton could add that would save them from relegation and Gregg Berhalter faces the Compliment Corner PREMIER LEAGUE: preview of weekend ahead f/t Liverpool hosting Chelsea and a painfully hilarious prediction for United vs Brentford STOPPAGE TIME: Ivan Toney's Best Bets and GOAWs