ALLOCATION DISORDER | Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio discuss the current situation with Merritt Paulson and the Portland Timbers/Thorns. Plus, an MLS season recap looking back at preseason predictions. And speaking of predictions, 2022 MLS Playoffs predictions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
COPA WITH FELIPE CÁRDENAS | Felipe is joined by Pablo Maurer and Jeff Rueter to discuss their recent "MLS Decision Day in review" column. A non-serious take on the 2021-22 MLS regular season. MLS Decision Day in review, playoff predictions and what’s next for Caleb Porter: https://theathletic.com/3677898/2022/10/10/mls-decision-day-playoff-predictions/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | About a week ago, one of the worst stadium disasters ever took place in Malang, Indonesia. After the local side, Arema FC, lost to Persebaya Surabaya, fans rushed the field, and police dispensed tear gas on the field and in the stands. This created a rush of hundreds heading for the exit gates. Some of those exits were locked, which led to a crush. At least 131 people are thought to have died due to suffocation, with many more injured in the crush. Local investigations are ong...
SOCCER EVERY DAY | After an emotional week and a big-time game against England, the U.S. women’s national team is back in action against a Spain team depleted thanks to player protests. Steph Yang is here to tell us what to expect The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | The MLS playoff field is set. On Sunday night, Sam Stejskal and Jeff Rueter joined Alex for a live rundown of what happened on Decision Day, and the matchups to watch in the upcoming MLS playoffs. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THE ATHLETIC SOCCER SHOW | Jack Collins and The Athletic's Jay Harris bring you reaction of the weekend's biggest games and storylines. Chelsea continues their success under Graham Potter, Christian Pulisic back on the scoresheet. Dortmund and Bayern finish Der Klassiker in a 2-2 draw. Is this good for the Bundesliga? And, AC Milan top Juventus 2-0 in Serie A. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | MLS Decision Day adds a special wrinkle to an already-exciting weekend of soccer. Brooks Peck is here to join Alex in picking six games to watch, draft-style. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ALLOCATION DISORDER | Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio open up the show discussing the Sally Yates investigation into NWSL systemic abuse and sexual misconduct. What does this mean for Portland Timbers and Thorns owner Merritt Paulson? Plus, MLS Decision Day is approaching; which playoff spots are up for grabs. And, there’s plenty of talk surrounding Gregg Berhalter and his system; does it need to change? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | It’s a big Wednesday here in the United States, in Europe, and in South America. So today’s show is pretty simple, a quick runthrough of what’s on, where to find it on TV or streaming, and what games stand out from the pack. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
COPA WITH FELIPE CÁRDENAS | Stu Holden, FOX Soccer analyst and former USMNT international, joins Felipe to discuss the recent poor form of the U.S. men’s national team. Will it carry into the World Cup into Qatar? Plus, has this group been over-hyped? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | The week started off with distressing news for U.S. women’s soccer, as the Sally Yates report cast a shadow over the NWSL and the game as a whole. Amid all of that, there’s still a pretty big game to be played. The U.S. women’s national team heads to England this week to play the reigning European champions at Wembley. Today, we’ll send it over to our friends in the UK at The Athletic women’s football podcast. Host Lynsey Hooper, reporter Charlotte Harpur and former England in...
The report from the U.S. Soccer independent investigation, led by Sally Yates is in. Meg and Steph discuss the key findings, detailed in the report’s executive summary, as well as the systemic recommendations. Content warning: this podcast discusses sensitive topics including sexual, verbal and emotional abuse. To follow our coverage: https://theathletic.com/tag/nwsl-investigations/ ‘This guy has a pattern’: Amid institutional failure, former NWSL players accuse prominent coach of sexual coercio...
THE ATHLETIC SOCCER SHOW | Jack Collins and The Athletic's Jay Harris bring you reaction of the weekend's biggest games and storylines. City win handedly against United in the Manchester Derby; how good is Erling Haaland? Plus, Arsenal keeps rolling against Spurs in the North London Derby. And, after Inter fall to Roma, is Simone Inzaghi’s future in jeopardy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | We are back to jam-packed weekends of men’s club soccer, which means the weekend draft is back. Brooks Peck is here to join Alex in picking six games to watch. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | The end of the NWSL season will see teams up and down the table fighting for playoff positioning. Steph Yang is here to preview a wild and potentially very confusing weekend. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
COPA WITH FELIPE CÁRDENAS | Daniel Edwards, South American football journalist, joins Felipe to discuss all things Argentina. What are the feelings in Argentina surrounding Messi’s last chance for World Cup glory? Plus, Thiago Almada’s journey to MLS and his future with the Argentina national team. And, Argentina football culture is known all around the world, but what makes it so special? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ALLOCATION DISORDER | Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio bring instant reaction to USMNT's 0-0 draw against Saudi Arabia. Did we learn anything about Gregg Berhalter's side? What changes will be made? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THE ATHLETIC SOCCER SHOW | Jack Collins and Felipe Cárdenas recap the week that was during the international break period. The USMNT have shown uninspired form; is there cause for panic heading into the World Cup? Plus, England's lack of ambition in attack. And, are Brazil and Argentina destined to meet in the World Cup final? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ALLOCATION DISORDER | Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio host a live room to get fans thoughts on the USMNT 2-0 loss to Japan and what Gregg Berhalter needs to do in the upcoming match against Saudi Arabia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | Canada shocked the world by qualifying for the men’s World Cup for the first time since 1986. But since that moment, it hasn’t been smooth sailing for coach John Herdman and his team. Josh Kloke is here to fill us in on what Canada needs out of this international window. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ALLOCATION DISORDER | Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio preview the USMNT match against Japan from Cologne, Germany! What are some things Gregg Berhalter wants to see from his team? Plus, is there a Sargent vs. Ferreira debate for the starting striker position? And, is the center-back position an area of concern? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | The United States’ most high-profile World Cup opponents are facing a challenging international window, with Nations League games against Italy and Germany coming up. The Athletic’s Jack Pitt-Brooke joins me today for a quick check-in on the state of the England team on the eve of their last games before Qatar. Jack on Southgate criticism: https://theathletic.com/3613230/2022/09/21/jack-grealish-gareth-southgate-england/ More England coverage from The Athletic: https://theathl...
SOCCER EVERY DAY | Gareth Bale is slowly ramping up his fitness with LAFC after a long time on the sidelines. But is it happening fast enough? Jeff Rueter is here to explain what LAFC is doing to get Bale fit, and how that could impact his role for Wales at the World Cup. The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
COPA WITH FELIPE CÁRDENAS | Former USMNT player and current ESPN analyst, Herculez Gomez, joins Felipe to discuss the concerns surrounding the USMNT and Mexico NT as they gear up towards the World Cup. ESPN's Fútbol Americas: https://theathletic.com/3144563/2022/02/22/espns-futbol-americas-taps-into-an-underserved-american-soccer-audience-while-holding-power-to-account/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | The NWSL season is entering a crucial stretch as the U.S. women’s national team prepares for two of its most challenging fixtures in a long while. Meg Linehan is here to guide us through what this part of the year looks like, and what to watch out for. NWSL Chaos: https://theathletic.com/3607078/2022/09/19/nwsl-playoffs-san-diego/ USMNT injuries: https://theathletic.com/3609029/2022/09/19/usmnt-yunus-musah-injuries-world-cup/ The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube...
SOCCER EVERY DAY | The jerseys the USMNT will wear in Qatar were revealed last week, and judging from a survey run by the Athletic…the fans aren’t happy. Jeff Rueter is here to talk through the results. U.S. kit survey: https://theathletic.com/3601395/2022/09/16/usmnt-uswnt-kit-favorites/ The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
THE ATHLETIC SOCCER SHOW | Jack Collins and The Athletic's Jay Harris bring you reaction of the weekend's biggest games and storylines. Arsenal continue their top form in a 3-0 win against Brentford; can the Gunners keep up this title chasing pace? Plus, Real Madrid tops Atlético 2-1 in the Madrid derby; Los Blancos shine amid the abhorrent racist comments from Atlético fans. And, Juventus lose again, this time to Monza; how long will Max Allegri be given? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
SOCCER EVERY DAY | There are big games on throughout Europe, in Mexico and here in the States. We’re gonna give you six to watch. It’s the weekend preview draft! The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
COPA WITH FELIPE CÁRDENAS | Felipe Cárdenas, Brooks Peck and Pablo Maurer react to and review Nike's World Cup kit reveal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SOCCER EVERY DAY | There are a bunch of games in the Europa League and the Europa Conference League tonight, and our friend Taylor Rockwell from the Total Soccer Show is here to talk about them…and his new show on the Total Soccer Show feed. Total Soccer Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/total-soccer-show-usmnt-champions-league-epl-and-more/id327466681 The Athletic Soccer on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo56QQ41e5Mc3ndX45mjauQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
