On Episode 101, host Danny Pinto is joined by Mike Agostinho as they get you ready for the “Navegadoras” at the Women’s EURO 2025. Mike shares his thoughts on Portugal's chances at the European Championship, manager Francisco Neto's roster he is taking to the tournament in Switzerland, and the evolution of the women’s game in Portugal over the last decade. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com...
Jul 02, 2025•47 min•Season 1Ep. 101
On Episode 100 (!!!), host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they relive the greatness that was the Seleção beating Spain in the Nations League Final to win Portugal's 2nd Nations League trophy and 3rd major trophy, overall. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://www.threads.net/@selecaopod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms:...
Jun 11, 2025•1 hr 20 min
On Episode 99, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira. They review the Seleção’s 2-1 comeback victory over Germany in Munich in the Nations League semifinals, they preview the final against Spain, discuss the emergence of Vitinha in World Football, and discuss the future of Roberto Martínez as speculation on his job security as Portugal manager remains. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoP...
Jun 06, 2025•50 min
On Episode 98, host Danny Pinto went LIVE following Portugal's 5-3 aggregate victory against Denmark in the 2-leg quarterfinals of the UEFA Nations League. Danny gave his thoughts on the victorious 2nd leg in Lisbon and the heroics of Francisco Trincão, as well as questioning why Roberto Martinez should still be the manager of the Seleção. Danny also got feedback and interaction from the folks in the live chat and also got a "caller" in studio (shoutout James "O Acoriano". https://www.selecaopod...
Mar 24, 2025•1 hr 10 min
On Episode 97, host Danny Pinto is joined by Nathan Motz of PortuGOAL.net as they review Portugal's extremely frustrating and disappointing loss to Denmark in the 1st leg of the Nations League Quarterfinals. Danny and Nathan discuss how flat and the lack of cohesiveness impacted Portugal's poor play, and how fortunate the Seleção is just to be down 1-0 heading into Sunday's 2nd leg in Lisbon at the Alvalade. The guys also discuss if Roberto Martinez has the managerial quality to be Portugal's ma...
Mar 21, 2025•48 min
On a LIVE version of the pod, Episode 96 is our 2024 Year in Review. Thank you for a tremendous year! We'll see you in 2025! FORÇA PORTUGAL!!! https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg...
Dec 31, 2024•1 hr 1 min
On a LIVE Episode 95, host Danny Pinto was joined by PortuGOAL.net Seleção correspondent Nathan Motz as they reviewed Portugal's 2 wins over Croatia and Scotland to open up 2024-25 #NationsLeague group play. Danny and Nathan discussed #CR7 coming off the bench to score the game-winner in the 88th minute vs. Scotland and if that role could be his next (and final???) chapter in his Seleção career. The guys also discussed Roberto Martínez's first couple of games without Pepe after starting Gonçalo ...
Sep 09, 2024•55 min
On Episode 94, host Danny Pinto is joined by the founder of PortuGOAL.net as they look back on Pepe’s career following his retirement announcement. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://www.threads.net/@selecaopod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg Follow Tom Kundert: https://Twitter.com/Por...
Aug 10, 2024•1 hr 15 min
On a LIVE Episode 93, host Danny Pinto is once again joined by Nathan Motz and Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira following Portugal’s heartbreaking loss to France in penalties at the quarterfinals of #EURO2024. Among the topics were Roberto Martínez, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pepe, the Seleção’s missed opportunities during the match, and what happens next with this National Team. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod ht...
Jul 06, 2024•1 hr 25 min
On Episode 92, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, who has been in Germany covering #EURO2024. Danny and Matthew discuss, among other things: Diogo Costa's heroics in the R16 match vs. Slovenia The growing importance of Vitinha in the Starting XI Roberto Martínez's tactics and substitutions CR7: fair criticism vs. rooting for his failure Could the Quarterfinal match vs. France be the match where both teams finally show up? https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.c...
Jul 04, 2024•1 hr 6 min
On a LIVE Episode 91, host Danny Pinto was joined by a couple of Eric's: Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira & Eric Krakauer. The guys discussed Portugal's emotionally exhausting R16 victory in penalties vs. Slovenia at #EURO2024. They spoke on Diogo Costa's historic display in the penalty shootout, Roberto Martínez's substitutions, the almost potential end of Pepe and CR7's Seleção careers, Vitinha's growing importance, look ahead to the quarterfinals vs. France, and so much more. https://w...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 31 min
On Episode 90, host Danny Pinto is joined once again by international play-by-play announcer Derek Rae, who is working EURO 2024 for FOX Sports in the U.S. Danny and Derek discuss: Differences between the World Cup in Qatar in 2022 (Derek's first appearance on the podcast) to being in a historically soccer-rich country like Germany His broadcast partnership with former England goalkeeper Robert Green at EURO 2024 Portugal's perception heading into the tournament compared to their perception head...
Jun 28, 2024•23 min
LIVE POD! On Episode 89, host Danny Pinto is joined by PortuGOAL.net's Nathan Motz and Play-by-Play announcer for Apple TV's Major League Soccer coverage, Eric Krakauer. Among the topics covered on the show: The loss vs. Georgia Roberto Martínez decision making regarding lineup and technique vs. Georgia Portugal's mentality as a perceived favorite What/who needs to change for R16 match vs. Slovenia Twitter and Chat Room questions, and much more... https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/S...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Instant analysis and reaction following Portugal’s 3-0 victory over Türkiye at EURO 2024 on Twitter/X Spaces. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg
Jun 24, 2024•30 min
LIVE POD!!! On Episode 88, host Danny Pinto reviewed the 2-1 win over Czechia and previewed Saturday's match versus Türkiye with guests Ahmet Bob Gurgut ( @ahmetbobturgut2365 ) & the podcast's first-ever guest, Michael Teixeira. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2d...
Jun 21, 2024•1 hr 24 min
LIVE POD!!! On Episode 87, host Danny Pinto previewed the opening Group F match against Czechia and Portugal’s prospects for #EURO2024 with Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira and Nathan Motz. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg Follow Eric Vieira: https://Twitte...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 19 min
On Episode 86, host Danny Pinto recaps the three friendlies leading up to EURO 2024. Danny gives his thoughts on the positives and concerns for Portugal as they head into the tournament, his key players for the Seleção at EURO 2024, and how far Portugal can go in this tournament. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: htt...
Jun 13, 2024•35 min
On Episode 85, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net to discuss Roberto Martinez’s roster selections for EURO 2024. Danny and Matthew discuss which players had an argument to be part of the roster, Jorge Mendes and the amount of his clients making the roster, who may benefit most from being part of this squad, and much more. Matthew joined us from Cyprus, where the U17 EUROs are currently taking place as the Seleção opened group play with a 2-1 victory over Spain. https...
May 22, 2024•43 min
On Episode 84, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net. Danny and Tom discuss Roberto Martínez's roster call ups for the upcoming friendlies against Sweden (3/21) and Slovenia (3/26). The guys also talk about who they think may already be locks for EURO 2024 and who may have a chance to play themselves onto the squad. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://...
Mar 20, 2024•53 min
On a Special Edition of The Seleção Podcast, host Danny Pinto is joined by The Portuguese Kids -- Brian Martins and Derrick DeMelo. Danny talks with Brian and Derrick about "Portuguese Problems", their new six-episode sketch comedy series that highlights the funnier aspects of growing up with immigrant Portuguese parents, coming to RTP on March 18. The guys talk about the whirlwind tour Brian and Derrick (and the cast and crew) have been on since the show was announced, including multiple red ca...
Mar 07, 2024•1 hr 13 min
On a Special Edition of The Seleção Podcast, host Danny Pinto is joined by amigo do pod - Taylor Amarante. Danny and Taylor discuss "Portuguese Problems", a six-episode sketch comedy series that will highlight the funnier aspects of growing up with immigrant Portuguese parents, coming to RTP on March 18. The guys talk about how the show came to be and the pride Taylor has to be a part of this project. They also discuss Taylor's stand up work, his role as In-Stadium host of the San Jose Earthquak...
Feb 22, 2024•50 min
On this LIVE Episode of The Seleção Podcast, host Danny Pinto is joined by the Portuguese Hammer, the Tuga from Texas: Eric Vieira, as they broadcast during the EURO 2024 draw, which saw Portugal land in Group F with Turkey, Czech Republic, and the winner of Playoff C (Georgia, Luxembourg, Greece, or Kazakhstan. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for th...
Dec 02, 2023•1 hr 20 min
On Episode 83, host Danny Pinto is joined by Seleção contributor for PortuGOAL.net, Nathan Motz. Danny and Nathan look back at the victories against Liechtenstein and Iceland, Portugal's perfect (10-0-0) and historic EURO 2024 qualifying campaign, what Roberto Martínez has been able to establish thus far as manager, and what still needs to be sorted out before Germany next summer. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/Selecao...
Nov 22, 2023•44 min
On Episode 82, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they discuss the Seleção's dominant qualification for EURO 2024,. Danny and Tom also discuss the tactical flexibility manager Roberto Martínez has shown CR7 not being done quite yet, Bruno Fernandes being the focal point of Portugal's attack, and what Roberto Martínez may do in the final 2 qualifiers and friendlies leading up to EURO 2024. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecao...
Oct 18, 2023•1 hr 1 min
On Episode 81, host Danny Pinto is joined by Albert and Barney, hosts of the Long Ball Futebol Podcast. The guys look back at Portugal’s two victories over Slovakia and Luxembourg and give their thoughts on the job Seleção manager Roberto Martínez has done thus far. Danny also gets Albert and Barney’s thoughts on the beginning of the Liga Portugal season thus far and what to look forward to in the upcoming phase of club football. Danny also gives his thoughts about the tweet that broke Seleção/C...
Sep 13, 2023•1 hr 30 min
On Episode 80, host Danny Pinto previews the upcoming EURO 2024 qualifying matches against Slovakia (Sept.8) and Luxembourg (Sept.11), reviews the 24-man roster selected by Roberto Martinez, Cristiano Ronaldo's press conference, a busy Summer Transfer window for Seleção players, and a much deserved shout out to "As Navegadoras". https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod selecaopod@gmail...
Sep 07, 2023•50 min
On Episode 79, Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, as they review the Seleção's perfect start to EURO 2024 qualifying (4 matches, 4 wins; 14 goals scored, 0 conceded), discuss the current and just completed EUROs for the U21's and U17's, respectively, and a whole lot more. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod [email protected] Music for the podcast provid...
Jun 24, 2023•58 min
On Episode 78, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, as Matthew was in attendance for both of Roberto Martínez's first two matches as Portugal manager: 2 decisive wins against Liechtenstein and Luxembourg to begin Portugal's EURO 2024 qualifying campaign, as well as Martínez's tenure as manager of the Seleção. Danny and Matthew discuss what can be learned, if anything, about Portugal in these first two matches under Martínez, Bruno Fernandes' new deeper role in the mid...
Mar 27, 2023•59 min
On Episode 77, host Danny Pinto is joined by PortuGOAL.net’s Tom Kundert, as they review Roberto Martinez’s first call ups as Seleção manager. Danny and Tom also discuss the reaction to Martinez’s initial hiring to what it is now, the reasoning for his first squad selections, which players may thrive in this new era, and how Martinez will ultimately be judged as Portugal manager (hint: it won't be during EURO qualifying unless results don't go Portugal's way). Danny and Tom also spend some time ...
Mar 19, 2023•1 hr 3 min
On Episode 76, host Danny Pinto is joined by Ritwik Sarkar of “Breaking The Lines” to discuss the hiring of Roberto Martinez as the Seleção’s next manager. Danny and Ritwik discuss Roberto Martinez’s 6.5 years as Belgium’s manager, how his tenure compared with Fernando Santos towards the end respectively, and give their thoughts on the overall lukewarm response to this hire. Danny and Ritwik also discuss João Félix’s loan move from Atletico Madrid to Chelsea. https://www.selecaopod.com https://T...
Jan 13, 2023•1 hr 14 min
