Seb & Ali are joined by Washington Spirit coach & former Barcelona Femini coach Jonatan Giraldez for an exclusive interview & discuss the highly anticipated match between the Spirit & Orlando Pride. Plus, legend Christine Sinclair announces she will retire from professional soccer after the end of the NWSL season. Also, it's almost NWSL playoff time, who's making the cut & who's missing out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 02, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Arsenal's 2-0 victory over PSG and praise Mikel Arteta's side for another set piece goal. Plus, the guys question why Bruno Fernandes' red card vs Tottenham was overturned so quickly. The guys also break down dominant displays from Man City, Inter, Borussia Dortmund & Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 01, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 403 of Futbol Americas, Herc dives into his USMNT striker depth chart to determine who Mauricio Pochettino should add to his squad. Then, Seb and Herc are joined by ESPN's Lizzy Becherano to discuss the 2026 World Cup trying to incorporate a Super Bowl-like halftime performance and Lionel Messi's form with Inter Miami since his return from injury. Plus, reaction to Raul Jimenez reaching a milestone in the Premier League and what it means for the Mexican striker. Learn more about your ...
Oct 01, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew continue to react to Manchester United's 3-0 loss to Tottenham as Mark Ogden explains why the club is hesitant to move on from Erik ten Hag after such a poor start to the season. Plus, Nedum Onuoha explains why he's surprised that Cole Palmer is this good this soon in his career. Mario Melchiot also breaks down why he's not too concerned with Chelsea's errors due to playing out from the back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 12 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Atletico Madrid’s 1-1 draw with fierce rivals Real Madrid after the game was halted due to Atletico Madrid Ultras throwing objects onto the pitch. The guys also discuss Cole Palmer’s four-goal haul against Brighton, Erik ten Hag’s future & pay homage to Antonie Griezmann’s France career after he announced his international retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew are joined by Julien Laurens to discuss Manchester United's 3-0 loss to Tottenham and the future of Erik ten Hag. Then, Luis Garcia and Sid Lowe join the show to break down a fiery Madrid derby. Plus, hear from Diego Simeone following the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Manchester City & Newcastle's 1-1 draw and continue to question if Pep Guardiola's side can cope with the loss of midfielder Rodri. Plus, Steve Nicol explains why he isn't convinced by Chelsea and Arsenal's victories and why he thinks Liverpool are not title challengers yet. Luis Garcia also breaks down Barcelona's 4-2 loss at Osasuna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 28, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew look ahead to Manchester United's clash with Tottenham and question which team needs a victory more. Luis Garcia and Mario Suarez also join the show to preview how Real Madrid will cope without Kylian Mbappe against Atletico Madrid. Plus, the guys react to Borussia Dortmund's come from behind victory and preview the top of the table clash between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 402 of Futbol Americas Seb and Herc react to LAFC beating Sporting Kansas City 3-1 in their first final win since 2022. Also the guys discuss Club America winning their first Campeones Cup against Columbus Crew. Plus, a look at Concacaf announcing venues for the 2025 Gold Cup tournament. Shaka Hislop joins the show to break down Santi Gimenez's injury and what will it mean for El Tri moving forward and how poorly Edson Alvarez's performance has been from coming back from injury. Learn...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Atletico Madrid's 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo and question if Diego Simeone's side have any chance in the Madrid Derby on Sunday. Plus, Javier Tebas sits down with Fernando Palomo to discuss fixture congestion on the football calendar and break down LALIGA's efforts to combat racism. The guys also react to Tottenham's win over Qarabag and argue how hot Erik ten Hag's seat is at Manchester United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Erik ten Hag's impact on Manchester United following their 1-1 draw with FC Twente in the Europa League. The guys also discuss Kylian Mbappe's injury, Robert Lewandowski’s goal streak and show some love to recently retired Raphaël Varane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 26, 2024•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Barcelona's 1-0 win over Getafe behind Robert Lewandowski's goal to stay perfect through 7 games. Then, the guys discuss Manchester United's draw 1-1 vs Twente 1-1 in the Europa League and contemplate the future of Erik ten Hag. Plus, a look at Liverpool's 5-1 win over West Ham in the Carabao Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Pep Guardiola's comments explaining that Man City are still waiting for news on Rodri's injury and question if the defending champions can compete without the Spanish midfielder. Plus, Alex Kirkland joins the show to break down Real Madrid's 3-2 victory over Alaves. The guys are also joined by Jan Aage Fjortoft to preview Saturday's clash between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Transcript available on Metacast Seb & Ali discuss Ali & Gotham FC's historic visit to the White House becoming the 1st NWSL team to be honored at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Plus, Jeff Kassouf joins the show to talk NWSL playoff race & more. Also, North Carolina Courage's Ashley Sanchez joins the crew for an exclusive interview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast In episode 401 of Futbol Americas, Alexis Nunez and Herc discuss Christian Pulisic's stellar performance in the Milan Derby. After this performance, Herc believes Pulisic might be the best player in the Concacaf at the moment. Mauricio Pedroza joins the show to react to Santi Gimenez's injury and whether Raul Jimenez could be the solution at striker for El Tri. Plus, they break down some of CONMEBOL stars that performed well over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Sep 24, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to news that Rodri is set to miss the rest of the season after tearing his ACL. The guys argue if Manchester City are still considered favorites to win the league and break down Gabriel's set piece goal against the champions on Sunday. Plus, Steve Nicol gives his thoughts on Trent Alexander-Arnold explaining how he wants to improve his defending under Arne Slot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester City’s thrilling 2-2 draw with Arsenal and ask how much Rodri’s injury could impact City’s season. The guys also discuss the Milan derby, ask if Lamine Yamal is the best player in the world right now and praise Michael Olise after his star turn for Bayern against Werder Bremen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew discuss Manchester City snatching a point in stoppage time against 10-man Arsenal in a top of the table clash in the Premier League. Also, the guys talk about Barcelona's 5-1 victory against Villareal. Plus, reaction to Marc-Andre ter Stegen injury and how it will impact Barcelona for the future. Jurgen Klinsmann joins the guys to break down Bayer Leverkusen's late winner vs Wolfsburg setting up a clash of the titans vs Bayern Munich next weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Manchester United's draw at Crystal Palace and question Erik ten Hag's team selection after Marcus Rashford was left out of the starting lineup despite good form coming into the game. Plus, the guys recap dominant wins for Chelsea & Liverpool and preview Arsenal's trip to Manchester City tomorrow. Alex Kirkland also joins the show from Spain to explain why Real Madrid have been so much better in the second half this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
Sep 21, 2024•2 hr 30 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew are joined by Ian Darke and Nedum Onuoha to look ahead to Sunday's clash between Manchester City and Arsenal and discuss what they expect from a weakened Arsenal side. Then, the guys look back at matchday 1 in the Champions League and break down who was most impressive. Plus, a look at Carlo Ancelotti's comments regarding player wages amidst calls for fewer games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 20, 2024•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast In Episode 400 of Futbol Americas, Seb and Herc are joined by Shaka Hislop and James Olley to talk Mauricio Pochettino and Pulisic excited by the Argentinian's appointment. Plus, a look at players from Americas playing in the UCL like Weston Mckennie, Endrick and Santi Gimenez. And, the guys react to the latest FIFA Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Monaco's 2-1 over Barcelona in the UCL and discuss Marc-André ter Stegen's performance following Eric García's sending-off. Then, the guys break down Arsenal's 0-0 draw against Atalanta and ask if this is a sign of things to come in the UCL. Plus, Gab Marcotti joins to discuss Rodri saying players are close to a strike over the number of fixtures they play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 19, 2024•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Liverpool's 3-1 win over AC Milan in the Champions League and ask whether it would be a mistake to let Trent Alexander-Arnold leave for nothing in the summer. The guys also discuss Bayern's 9-2 win over Dinamo Zagreb, Rodri's 'strike' fears, and the guys pay respect to Salvatore Schillaci. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 19, 2024•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew break down Wednesday's UEFA Champions League's fixtures including Manchester City's 0-0 draw against Inter. Plus, PSG win late after an own goal by Girona's keeper Paulo Gazzaniga gives the French side three points. And, the guys discuss is Tottenham fans should be worried about their club. Jurgen Klinsmann, Frank Leboeuf and the rest of the crew remember the Italian striker Salvatore Schillaci who passed away today at the age of 59. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...
Sep 18, 2024•53 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sebastian Salazar and Ali Krieger are joined by Gemma Soler to break down Aitana Bonmati's new contract with Barcelona and explain why Jonatan Giraldez opted to leave the club this past season. Plus, Ali Krieger gives us her top 5 NWSL MVP candidates so far and Emily Keogh sits down with Leah Williamson to break down the differences between the NWSL and WSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to the first day of Champions League matches including Liverpool's dominate 3-1 win over AC Milan in Italy. Plus, Real Madrid win over Stuttgart 3-1 but the guys aren't convinced by their performance. And, Bayern thrash Dinamo Zagreb 9-2 behind Harry Kane's 4 goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez react to Lionel Messi's return to action and question if the league's level of play is too low for the Argentine superstar. Mauricio Pedroza also joins the show to react Carlos Vela's return to LAFC and criticize Chivas for their loss to rivals America over the weekend. The guys are also joined by U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson to break down the hiring of Mauricio Pochettino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 17, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew reacts to Arsenal's 1-0 victory against Tottenham and break down the controversial yellow Jurrien Timber received for fouling Pedro Porro. Plus, Mario Melchiot joins the show to talk about the upcoming Champions League fixtures. Also, the crew discuss Dani Olmo's hamstring injury and how will Barcelona adapt without him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal's 1-0 win over fierce rivals Tottenham in the North London Derby with Juls asking why Spurs lacked a Plan B in this match. The guys also discuss Barcelona's continued dominance in LALIGA, Napoli's rise to the top of Serie A & ask if an independent regulator could really lead to an International ban for England at Euro 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Transcript available on Metacast The FC crew react to Arsenal's 1-0 win over Tottenham and praise Mikel Arteta's side for their effective set pieces in the last two seasons. Plus, Frank Leboeuf joins the show to question if Jurrien Timber should have been sent off for the Gunners. The guys also break down Barcelona & Atletico Madrid's dominant wins in Spain on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
