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We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, and World Cup 2026 chat. The Whitecaps' offseason certainly didn't get off to a slow start, with a lot to talk about already. That's exactly what we do in this episode as we look at the potentially momentous signing of a MOU to develop a new stadium for the club, hear some thoughts from GM Axel Schuster about the road ahead, and delve into the challenges the club now face to get this deal over the line and the stadium built. We also take a look at how the 2026 schedule is shaping up for the 'Caps and look at the transfer rumours swirling around some of the club's players right now. Plus, with the 2026 World Cup now six months away, the furore around ticket prices has increased, but do FIFA care and will they bow to any of the pressure? Music-wise, it's December, so you know what that means - the return of AFTN's Festive Fifteen! Our countdown of our favourite tracks of the year continues with the songs at positions 7 to 9, plus we have a Sutton United themed song in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.29: Intro - weather woes, getting ready for Christmas, Traitors talk, NZ football drama 13.20: MLS Cup draws huge numbers 16.30: Whitecaps transfer rumours abound! 50.33: 2025 Festive Fifteen - #9 Vlure - Feels Like Heaven 54.53: Whitecaps and the City of Vancouver sign stadium MOU 60.25: Axel Schuster on the Whitecaps' stadium situations 71.10: The challenges ahead for the Whitecaps to get stadium deal done 102.12: 2025 Festive Fifteen - #8 Ist Ist - I Am The Fear 106.11: Whitecaps 2026 schedule sets up another exciting year ahead 133.50: 2025 Festive Fifteen - #7 Idles - Rabbit Run 138.25: World Cup ticket prices drawing increased worldwide outrage 154.30: Wavelength - Tim Vine - U Army (I Am U)
We're back with more Seattle Sounders offseason coverage and our own Niko Moreno gave us quite the story to discuss, reporting that the San Jose Earthquakes have emerged as the frontrunner to sign Paul Rothrock. Could the fan-favorite winger be headed to a Western Conference rival? We'll also take a look at the list of available free agents to see if there are any obvious or viable targets for the Rave Green, and discuss a few other news items from around MLS, including LAFC's hiring of Marc dos Santos, and a development regarding the Vancouver Whitecaps' quest for a new stadium.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com
In this episode, we break down Inter Miami's historic 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps to secure their first-ever MLS Cup. We analyze the tactical evolution of Lionel Messi under manager Javier Mascherano—dissecting how his "false nine" movement and defensive work rate unlocked space for teammates like Rodrigo De Paul and Tadeo Allende in the final. We also dive into the numbers behind Messi's record-breaking postseason performance (15 goal contributions), his chemistry with the "Barcelona reunion" squad, and what his 47th career trophy means for his legacy and the future of Major League Soccer through 2028. Lionel Messi Inter Miami stats, MLS Cup Final highlights, Javier Mascherano tactics, Rodrigo De Paul Inter Miami, MLS Cup MVP 2025.
Abbotsford floods: an update from a local dairy farmer (0:54) Guest: Matt Dykshoorn, owner of a dairy farm on the Sumas Prairie Why Metro Vancouver's Mayors push back on B.C.'s housing targets (15:36) Guest: Mike Hurley, Burnaby Mayor and Chair of the Metro Vancouver Board What's in the future for the Vancouver Whitecaps? (28:26) Guest: Axel Schuster, CEO and Sporting Director of the Vancouver Whitecaps B.C. Green Party leader Emily Lowan live in-studio (39:52) Guest: Emily Lowan, B.C. Green Party Leader Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Logan and Jordan discuss the MLS cup 2025 match that took place in Ft. Lauderdale this past weekend where Inter Miami defeated the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1. We also discuss if the Eastern Conference Final counts a real trophy after some fans claim it's Messi's 48th trophy. Messi also took home his second straight Landon Donovan MLS MVP Yrophy, making him the first player to ever win it back to back and only the second ever to win it more than once. Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.com/Statesideshow Youtube: youtube.com/@statesideshow Email: statesideshow@gmail.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/statesideshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Episode 138 |DP & McGhee are fired up to welcome Michael Payne, the former head of marketing for the International Olympic Committee and author of the new book Fast Tracks and Dark Deals, for a deep dive into his 50-year journey through the global sports industry. Payne shares stories from the Olympic movement, his high-stakes work with Bernie Ecclestone at Formula 1, and encounters with sports business giants including past guests Rob Prazmark and Terence Burns.Before his segment, the guys run through a lively mix of soccer, college football, and sponsorship headlines.
PREMIER LEAGUE: Mo Salah goes nuclear on Arne Slot after getting benched for third straight game. Massive week for Leeds who batter Chelsea and hold Liverpool. Moises Caicedo is great missed. Aston Villa solve the puzzle that is Arsenal and make case for league's second best team. Toffees go 7th! HALFTIME: What If you quit your job and focused on eGaming - how long would it take to get a pro contract? ROUND THE WORLD: Messi's Inter Miami takes down a game Vancouver Whitecaps and what is must-watch in Champions League this week STOPPAGE TIME: Ivan Toney's Best Bets and GOAWs
Cristina Alexander, Herculez Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno talk about Inter Miami beating Vancouver Whitecaps to capture the team's 1st MLS Cup. Then, a discussion on whether this has been Christian Pulisic's best club season. Plus, a discussion on Mo Salah potentially heading to the MLS after his Liverpool fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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It's a jam-packed show! Joe Lowery dives into the USMNT's World Cup draw, assessing their chances to in the group stage. Plus, we look back at MLS Cup to examine how Inter Miami topped the Vancouver Whitecaps.If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cristina Alexander, Herculez Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno talk about Inter Miami beating Vancouver Whitecaps to capture the team's 1st MLS Cup. Then, a discussion on whether this has been Christian Pulisic's best club season. Plus, a discussion on Mo Salah potentially heading to the MLS after his Liverpool fallout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are your 2025 MLS Cup Champions after besting the Vancouver Whitecaps in a tense final that will not soon be forgotten. Show host Franco Panizo analyzes Inter Miami's 3-1 victory over the Whitecaps in the MLS Cup Final, dissects Messi's decisive performance, discusses what co-owners Jorge Mas and David Beckham said is to come, and much more.
Hey, soccer fans! And congratulations to Inter Miami CF on their MLS Cup victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps! In this episode, Nick breaks down the stats, the big plays, and the just what the Herons did to win their first Major League Soccer championship. Though cheering against the Boys in Pink, Nick realized that the 'Caps never had control of the match despite the strong statistics. But, Miami is a team that bought its title - a strategy that is difficult to maintain - while Vancouver is a team on the rise and is sure to be in the trophy hunt over the next several seasons. In the second half of the show, Nick looks ahead to the next installment of the Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. A reduced field of 80 teams will compete for the trophy next season. Tune in as Nick looks at the schedule, new rules, and qualification standards for each of the divisions in US Soccer. 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.
In Part 1, Lee and Paul take a deep dive into Canadian football, including the national team's World Cup draw, Vancouver Whitecaps' incredible campaign and the changes to the line-up in the Canadian Premier League. Do Canada have a chance against Qatar, Switzerland – and probably Italy? Will the Vancouver Whitecaps be able to stay in Vancouver? How on earth did the Canadian Premier League's bottom club qualify for the top continental competition? And who are FC Supra du Quebec, the new club joining the division in 2026? In Part 2, it's the usual array of stories from across the world. Several French overseas territories award four points for a win – but what other location-specific football rules exist around the world? Lee tests Paul in a quiz! Over in Norway, a season of surprises continues as Viking claim the Eliteserien and second-tier Lillestrøm win the Norwegian Cup. We hear from Viking's No.1 overseas fan Babsi! And finally, the 2026 World Cup group stage draw is now done and dusted. Which debutant has the best chance of going through? Copa 90 documentary on Vancouver Whitecaps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6Hnk37Lwo8 Weird and wacky football rules: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Group_tournament_ranking_system#Association_football Chapters:00:00 – Intro00:47 – Canada's World Cup prospects02:38 – The Vancouver Whitecaps story07:24 – Relocation fears11:35 – Vancouver FC's Champions Cup qualification15:33 – The newcomers: FC Supra du Québec17:50 – The departure: Valour FC19:43 – The rebrand: Inter Toronto24:33 – Four points per win in the Caribbean28:15 – Bizarre football rules quiz36:30 – Norway's season of surprises48:14 – Debutant World Cup groups50:38 – On The Spot
We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, and World Cup draw chat. And I think this might be our longest episode so far! Vancouver Whitecaps' 2025 season came to a heartbreaking end against Inter Miami in Saturday's MLS Cup. It was a battling performance but they were beaten by Messi and themselves in the end, leaving a bitter tinge of what could have been, but it shouldn't overshadow what has been the club's best season ever. We pick over the bones of the game, chat about how the Whitecaps take that next step now after the bar has been set so high, and hear from head coach Jesper Sorensen about that. We also chat about the Whitecaps end of season roster decisions, managing the squad and the salary cap next season, and the big talking point that will carry on over the offseason, the club's stadium issues both at their current home at BC Place and their desire to build a new stadium up at the Hastings Racecourse. The latter seems closer, with a possible announcement of a MOU coming this week, but the former still doesn't appear to have both sides close to an agreement. We also hear from Whitecaps GM Axel Schuster about it all and BC Place GM Chris May. And there's time to delve into the farcical 2026 World Cup draw that feels like it still might be going on! We look at the paths ahead for Canada, Scotland, and the matches we'll host here in Vancouver. Music-wise, it's December, so you know what that means - the return of AFTN's Festive Fifteen! Our countdown of our favourite tracks of the year continues with the songs at positions 10 to 12, plus we have a World Cup themed song in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.32: Intro - Christmas in the searing heat isn't right! 10.25: The end of a great Whitecaps season and taking that next step 29.25: Whitecaps MLS Cup heartbreak against Miami 74.52: 2025 Festive Fifteen - #12 I See Orange - Feebleness 79.15: How the initial Whitecaps offseason shapes up 85.00: The Whitecaps' current and future stadium issues 114.23: 2025 Festive Fifteen - #11 Kneecap - Sayōnara 118.20: Whitecaps roster decisions 158.16: 2025 Festive Fifteen - #10 Mog - Voices 162.00: World Cup draw analysis 202.25: Wavelength - Stari Most - Group of Death
Josh Elliott-Wolfe and Lina Setaghian open the show discussing the latest trade rumours surrounding Canucks captain Quinn Hughes. Who are the teams likely to make an offer and what could possible returns look like? Later, it's time for 'In or Out', where Josh and Lina take listener submissions and respond if they are in or out on sports topics. Topics include Travis Kelce, Willander being the right pick, Raty as the second line Center and much more! The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
The 2025 MLS season is a wrap following Inter Miami and the Barca Boys' 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps in Saturday's final at Chase Field. What, if any, implications does the Herons' victory have on the Seattle Sounders and their status within MLS? We'll debate that as part of our takeways from the league's title match, then dive into our Sounders offseason coverage.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com
Visit Floofball and get 10% off your order using code HERONHEADS at checkout: https://floofball.com/ We hope you enjoyed watching! If you liked the video, it'd mean the world if you subscribed or shared it with a friend. In Today's Episode: A historic day for Inter Miami! A historic day for The Heron Heads! We breakdown an incredible end to a roller coaster of a season! #InterMiami #Messi #MLS #Silvetti
It was an historic weekend for Erin - she had a Quarter Pounder from McDonald's for the first time ever! How has she lived this long without having one before? What's something that you still haven't tried yet? Plus: a heartbreaking weekend for our Vancouver Whitecaps a recap of our annual Christmas Crashers event do you always have to have music playing? What's something you can do in silence?
Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react live to Inter Miami and Lionel Messi's 3–1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS Cup Final. The boys break down Messi's two-assist performance en route to capturing his first MLS title and discuss what this means for his legacy in Major League Soccer.Then, Christian and Alexis look back at the MLS careers of Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba as they play their final match as MLS champions. They also break down Rodrigo De Paul's importance to Inter Miami throughout the entire season, including his impact in the championship match.Finally, they recap the entire Major League Soccer season as it comes to an end — including their favorite moments and their pick for playoff MVP.(0:30) – MLS Cup Final Match Recap(5:00) – Player of the Game: Lionel Messi(16:30) – Highlighting Rodrigo De Paul's Impact This Season(21:00) – Looking Back on Busquets and Alba's Careers(38:00) – MLS Season Recap Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a Sergio Busquets/Jordi alba trivia question on the heels of their retirement after the 2025 MLS Cup Final (3:55). We then welcome in Jason Longshore from 92.9 The Game (5:15) and Andrea Yanez from Deportivo Total USA (34:10) to talk about the MLS Cup Final between Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps, as well as the 2026 World Cup Group Draw. We close with Match of the Week, the Trivia answer, and a preview of our final show of 2025 (1:10:15).
The Canadian men's national team learned its fate for the 2026 World Cup, being drawn into Group B alongside UEFA Path A winner Qatar and Switzerland. The boys break down what the schedule could mean for Jesse Marsch's men and also dive into the other groups across the 2026 FIFA World Cup. After that, they break down Vancouver Whitecaps' 3–1 loss to Inter Miami in the MLS Cup, with Ben Steiner hosting from the ground alongside Brendan Dunlop and Alex Gangué-Ruzic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode Greggo moves to the side in the first half to let two of our red and blue London supporters Devin and TK hash it out over a tough draw this past Sunday between Chelsea and Arsenal!Cutting in the middle of the show, Greggo returns with Prof. Jermaine of the Black Herons Supporters Group to give his thoughts on the MLS Cup Final between his Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps, memories of Chase Stadium, and Haiti qualifying for the 2026 World Cup!In the final third, Greggo links back with Devin and TK to give our picks for MLS Cup, and more in 2UP/2Down!Follow us on the socials!BlueSky - @ftcutd.comIG/Twitter/TikTok @ftcutdpod
Jon Nelson gets you ready for the MLS Cup final Saturday in Ft. Lauderdale as Inter Miami hosts the Vancouver Whitecaps. Hear from Apple TV's Jake Zivin, Kevin Egan, Dax McCarty, and Sammy Sadovnik in this week's SDH Week in Review.
Was für ein Fußball-Samstag! Leipzig haut Frankfurt weg, gewinnt mit 6:0. Im großen US-Finale schlägt Inter Miami um Lionel Messi die Vancouver Whitecaps von Thomas Müller. Für die Bayern erzielt Harry Kane als Joker einen Dreierpack beim 5:0-Kantersieg in Stuttgart. Außerdem sprechen wir über die restlichen Bundesliga-Partien des Samstags und des anstehenden Sonntags. _Betonter Text_- [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stammplatz.pod/) - Stammplatz-Handy: 015165587282 - E-Mail: stammplatz@bild.de - Adresse: Stammplatz, André Albers, Kilian Gaffrey und Niklas Heising, Axel-Springer-Straße 65, 10888 Berlin Der tägliche Fußball-Podcast mit André Albers, Kilian Gaffrey und Niklas Heising! Stammplatz erscheint jeden Tag, wirklich JEDEN Tag! Wer hier zuhört, gibt beim Thema Fußball immer den Ton an!
In this Pregame Show with the Drive Pink Dialogue podcast, Scotty and Saur preview Inter Miami's MLS Cup Final against the Vancouver Whitecaps in Chase Stadium, discuss how they feel the game will play out, and make some predictions about who will win.
Alexis Nunez, Kasey Keller, Herculez Gomez, and Shaka Hislop are joined by Jeff Carlisle to preview Friday's 2026 World Cup Draw, each offering their dream and nightmare scenarios for the USMNT's draw. They also share the World Cup Draw storyline that they are each most excited about. Also, predictions for the MLS Cup between Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps, and a discussion on both Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi as they approach the final and the tail-end of their careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In hour one, guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr look back at the previous day in sports, they preview the MLS Cup Final featuring the Vancouver Whitecaps at Inter Miami CF, they talk a bit about the last-place Canucks (3:00), plus they set up Week 14 with NFL.com's Nick Shook (26:44). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
In hour two, guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr preview tomorrow's MLS Cup Final featuring the Vancouver Whitecaps at Inter Miami CF with Apple TV analyst Dax McCarty, plus the boys go around the NHL with ESPN's Arda Öcal. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
Guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr look back at the previous day in sports, they preview the MLS Cup Final featuring the Vancouver Whitecaps at Inter Miami CF, plus they boys chat tonight's Canucks matchup versus the Mammoth, as well as other 'Nucks news, with Donnie & Dhali's Rick Dhaliwal. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.
The Soccer Sharps betting show returns with more picks and predictions for the upcoming weekend in European football. Plus, our hosts, Devin and Jordan, are joined by Bob Ventimiglia of The Designated Pundits to break down best bets for the MLS Final. Our handicappers get you ready for the soccer-betting weekend by previewing the best matches and sharing all of their best bets. 00:00 Introduction & Previous Show's Betting Results 04:18 Manchester City vs Sunderland 09:45 Leeds United vs Liverpool 15:49 Bournemouth vs Chelsea 19:30 Brighton vs West Ham United 23:41 Inter vs Como 28:14 Cagliari vs Roma 31:15 Real Betis vs Barcelona 34:31 Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps 46:19 Official Plays Thank you for listening and watching! Check out more from Bob and The Designated Pundits: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits JOIN OUR DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.gg/cx7WJKWabQ SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@thesoccersharps VIEW OUR P&L SPEADSHEETS: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jca0dVIW7FumZ27VEcyhdre0Ke5gh7C6?usp=sharing EMAIL US: azsoccersharps@gmail.com FOLLOW US: X: @TheSoccerSharps Instagram: @TheSoccerSharps TikTok: thesoccersharps Bluesky: @thesoccersharps.bsky.social The Soccer Sharps podcast is a part of The Hooligan Soccer Network. https://hooligan-soccer.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alexis Nunez, Kasey Keller, Herculez Gomez, and Shaka Hislop are joined by Jeff Carlisle to preview Friday's 2026 World Cup Draw, each offering their dream and nightmare scenarios for the USMNT's draw. They also share the World Cup Draw storyline that they are each most excited about. Also, predictions for the MLS Cup between Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps, and a discussion on both Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi as they approach the final and the tail-end of their careers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Inter Miami may have Lionel Messi on the field for the MLS Cup Final, but one of his most in-form teammates is a question mark following a conspicuous absence from Thursday's training. Show host Franco Panizo talks Tadeo Allende's availability for the title match vs. the Vancouver Whitecaps, analyzes Javier Mascherano's options for potentially replacing the red-hot attacker, discusses David Beckham and Jorge Mas' notable media silence, and more.
Hey, soccer fans! MLS Cup 2025 is almost here! Who takes home the trophy: Inter Miami aka Messi & Friends or the Vancouver Whitecaps? Nick breaks down the matchup, the stars who will impact the game, and gives his reactions to the pick from the pundits at Major League Soccer. Later in the show, Nick extols the passion of the South African soccer fans that has come in full-force from the Chicago Fire signing Mbekezeli Mbokazi, the rising center back star from the Orlando Pirates. He also provides an update on the new food and beverage partner, Levy, for the new stadium opening in 2028 at The 78 neighborhood. 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.
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It's World Cup draw eve and the CIWYW crew is pumped! Charlie Davies and Tony Meola react to the Stars and Stripes locking in friendlies against fellow Pot 1 teams Germany, Portugal and Belgium, along with one yet-to-be-announced opponent (05:23). Is Mexico the logical choice? And which USMNT players have the most to prove ahead of the March window (14:00)? With all eyes on Washington DC ahead of the draw, the guys talk favorites to win the World Cup, and consider best and worst case scenarios for Poch's boys (25:43). Speaking of which, Johnny Cardoso suffers another injury blow (35:26). And not to forget the MLS Cup Final, the guys discuss Thomas Müller's impressive head-to-head record against Lionel Messi, and whether the Vancouver Whitecaps' American contingent can upset Inter Miami (47:31). 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
LAFC+ Podcast Episode #84, “2025 MLS Cup Final Preview” breaks down LAFC's big news as Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react to Hugo Lloris re-signing as the club's goalkeeper and what his return means for the Black & Gold. With LAFC officially CONCACAF Champions Cup bound, the guys look ahead to a packed 2026 campaign. They also spotlight the best non-LAFC performers across Major League Soccer this season. Plus, Dave and Mario preview the 2025 MLS Cup Final showdown between Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps.
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With just two days until MLS Cup kicks off between Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps, Joe Lowery gets you ready for the season finale. What will decide Saturday's clash? And who has the edge? Find out on the show.If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Eben and Jacob discuss the MLS Cup title showdown between Lionel Messi's Inter Miami and Thomas Müller's Vancouver Whitecaps. They also talk about WNBA labor, ESPN's sports betting future, and college football playoff implications. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textOn this episode of the MLS Aces Podcast, Tom & Jason chat through all things:-New York City FC's new Sporting Director, Todd Dunivant gets hired-Inter Miami vs New York City FC in the Eastern Conference Final-San Diego FC vs Vancouver Whitecaps in the Western Conference Final-MLS Cup Preview! Inter Miami vs Vancouver Whitecaps-And much more!Make sure to follow us on all platforms below:Twitter: @MLSAces, @TomSweez @JasonVevangBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mlsaces.bsky.socialYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57HyLwm_4KESpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fm8aU6lSzwSFIfotfpldh?si=3a2afac5cd624073&nd=1&dlsi=6515bdde8a6f4d27Support the show
"They're making it up as they go along... OH, SHUT UP!" Greg Cote is tardy, but he's ready to discuss the Inter Miami Pink Birds, who are set to square off with the Vancouver Whitecaps. Also, Mike Ryan and the Canes fans in the room are jubilant as they're prepared to jump Notre Dame after the conference title games, and Jeremy is furious on behalf of BYU. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami are the favorites heading into Saturday's MLS Cup Final, but is that helpful or harmful to their chances? Co-hosts Franco Panizo, Jose Armando, and Simon Evans discuss the team's role heading into the championship game vs. the Vancouver Whitecaps, analyze the importance of the first goal, debate over whether Tadeo Allende is worthy of being a Designated Player for the future, and more.
Chris Wittyngham joins as Messi and Inter Miami prepare for a Cup Final. Stugotz is cheering for the Vancouver Whitecaps. We check in with Witty on how he's feeling as a UM alum with all the playoff talk and wonder if Mario Cristobal would have a better chance beating Georgia than if they had to play Duke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's a massive week on Call It What You Want as Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola gear up for Friday's World Cup draw. With the entire soccer world buzzing, the guys dive into Mauricio Pochettino's unfiltered comments on player entitlement, the USMNT's ceiling, and why he has felt slighted by fellow coaches and media members (03:03). Christian Pulisic's absence from the U.S. Soccer Male Player of the Year finalists raises eyebrows (19:05), and Tony takes us back to the 1994 World Cup draw with stories from his own experience pulling balls out of pots (26:38). The crew breaks down FIFA's procedures, how the pots shake out, and which teams the U.S. absolutely wants to avoid next summer (32:19). Plus, Tyler Adams' stroke of genius against Sunderland sparks a spirited debate over the greatest Premier League goals ever scored by an American (48:08). And northwest meets southeast as Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps square off in the MLS Cup Final (58:44). Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @TMeola1 Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on soccer For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The man accused of killing a member of the National Guard served in a CIA-backed paramilitary group in Afghanistan called the "Zero Units"; we'll find out what that is, and what those who served with him are saying about the attack.A Toronto man says he doesn't know if anything from his childhood home was saved from the catastrophic fire in Hong Kong -- but he's grateful to know for sure that his parents and his sister all survived. On World AIDS Day, a doctor tells us about new HIV-prevention guidelines -- and why he believes his fellow physicians need to stop being so judgmental about who gets the pre-exposure drug protocol, PrEP.An Alberta man recalls the day he can't forget 65 years ago -- when he was on a school bus that was hit by a train, killing 17 of his classmates. For the first time in club history, the Vancouver Whitecaps are headed to an MLS Cup final. Two fans tell us they're not afraid of Inter Miami -- or its star player, Lionel Messi.Time Magazine quotes a truly shocking statement from the US ambassador to Canada from a very reliable source -- by which I mean a reliably funny, entirely satirical Canadian website. As It Happens, the Monday Edition. Radio that suggests you to be careful what you swallow -- could be a joking hazard.
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Ahead of Saturday's MLS finale, Joe Lowery dives into the two teams vying for MLS Cup glory. In this first of a two-part MLS Cup preview, we examine Lionel Messi's impact for Inter Miami, the Vancouver Whitecaps' aggressive defense, Miami's tactical transformation, and more.If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lionel Messi and Inter Miami have reached their first MLS Cup Final, looking as well-rounded as ever heading into the championship game. Show host Franco Panizo analyzes the state of Inter Miami after the 5-1 rout of New York City FC in the Eastern Conference Final, discusses Tadeo Allende's first hat-trick and run of form, previews Saturday's title tilt with the Vancouver Whitecaps, and more in the first of the special week's daily episodes.
Christian Polanco and Taylor Twellman react to Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps' dominant performances in the MLS Conference Finals. Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami finally hoist the MLS Cup, or can Thomas Müller's gritty Vancouver side spoil the celebrations?Next, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS and USMNT legend Clint Dempsey to chat all things USMNT, including what Mauricio Pochettino has changed within the squad to spark their current resurgence. Clint also shares his thoughts on what the new Summer–Spring calendar will mean for Major League Soccer.Later, Clint discusses the USMNT's striker dilemma and why he believes competition for the starting spot is a good thing. Timestamps:(2:45) – Are Inter Miami unstoppable?(13:00) – Can Thomas Müller & Co. spoil Miami's party?(18:30) – MLS Cup Final preview(28:45) – Breaking down the USMNT ahead of the World Cup(36:00) – Clint Dempsey reacts to the new MLS calendar change(41:00) – Breaking down the USMNT's striker dilemma Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Lionel Messi, Thomas Müller and a pair of first-time finalists headline today's Morning Espresso as Inter Miami and Vancouver Whitecaps book a blockbuster MLS Cup showdown. Jason breaks down Miami's postseason surge, Vancouver's dream year, and what Mascherano's group has left in the tank. Then it's a whip-around through a wild Liga MX liguilla, Premier League twists, Serie A and La Liga storylines, Flamengo's Libertadores crown, Viking's long-awaited title in Norway, and the latest from the USWNT and the 2031 Women's World Cup bid. Pour a cup and let's get caught up.