Oh boy... not good. The Mauricio Pochettino era was supposed to usher in hope and optimism but instead, it's feeling more and more like a continuation of the Gregg Berhalter era. The boys try and figure out why the USMNT's progress feels like it's stalled and if there's a way to get it back on track following their 1-0 Nations League defeat to Panama. If you're looking for even more Caught Offside content, our premium channel, Caught Offside Plus, is up and running! 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)! For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ where we have the Bingo t-shirts as well as our awesome new beannies! --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros preview the USMNT’s upcoming nations league semi-final against Panama. Christian and Alexis then react to the bombshell news that USL will be introducing promotion and relegation to all three of their divisions starting the 2027/28 season. Later, Christian and Alexis bring on West Ham legend Anton Ferdinand ahead of the club’s summer trip to American to play in the Premier League summer series.

Rog and Herc Gomez preview the USMNT vs. Panama match in the Concacaf Nations League. They discuss how this will be a real test for coach Pochettino, the role Christian Pulisic needs to play for this squad and give us their ideal lineups. They also try to figure out the USMNT striker problem and ask which forward will grab this chance to stand out for the national team. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

PREMIER LEAGUE: the Ghost of Tyler Terens reacts to Liverpool (wanted it) vs Newcastle (needed it) in League Cup final. Brighton take City for a ride and Spurs down weapons versus Fulham. Also, is anyone in the league in better form than Bruno Fernandes? HALFTIME: Pop Quiz on odds to win this summer's FIFA Club World Cup ROUND THE WORLD: reaction to Poch's latest USMNT roster, including late additions and subtractions. Who what XI we expect to see on Thursday against Panama. Why this game is actually sneaky important. STOPPAGE TIME: Ivan Toney's Best Bets and GOAWs

An exciting international window is upon us with CONCACAF and UEFA Nations League matches & CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse previewed USMNT’s match against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal. Alexi unveiled his predictions for the starting lineup. Most of the players called up for Pochettino’s squad were in club action this weekend. Christian Pulisic helped AC Milan to a comeback win with his 15th goal of the season. Jedi Robinson and Fulham edged Tottenham and jumped up to 8th in the Premier League standings. Although Haji Wright will miss USMNT action, he recorded his first English soccer hat-trick with Coventry City. Back stateside, Messi was back on the pitch with Inter Miami scoring in back-to-back matches. However, he will be unavailable for Argentina’s CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying matches. The squad is set to take on Uruguay and Brazil. (5:16) To wrap the show, the guys discuss international kits, play-by-play announcing, and facing Niall Quinn from the Republic of Ireland. (39:53) USMNT vs Panama preview (5:16) USMNT Abroad recap (13:47) Newcastle celebrates in Carabao Cup Final (20:00) CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: No Messi (30:31) UEFA Nations League (35:28) #AskAlexi (39:53) One for the Road: Facing Niall Quinn (48:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The CNL Finals are finally upon us! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola kick off a full week of coverage by recapping the weekend that was for the USMNT players called into camp, and some who weren't (04:10). Does Zack Steffen deserve to start ahead of Matt Turner (07:06)? The MLS bump is real with Patrick Agyemang and Diego Luna getting on the scoresheet! And while Haji Wright isn’t eligible for this roster, his hat-trick heroics for Coventry get the guys talking (15:35)! Christian Pulisic has rediscovered his nose for goal with AC Milan - will he bring it to LA (23:28)? With Johnny Cardoso reportedly set to drop out of the roster, the guys consider possible replacements for the Betis midfielder (29:15). Then, a deep dive into Thursday’s grudge game against Panama (38:56). Cruyff disciple Thomas Christiansen’s playing style, the dark arts of Concacaf, and a lively debate about how Mauricio Pochettino should line up. 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

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the episode with Mauricio Pochettino’s Nations League roster drop. Six MLS based players got the call including Diego Luna, Patrick Agyemang, and Brian White. The squad will face Panama on March 20th. Over in the Champions League, Lamine Yamal led Barcelona’s romp over Benfica with a goal and assist. Is Yamal the best player in the world at just 17 years-old? Gio Reyna came on late in Dortmund’s win over Lille. They will meet Yamal and Barcelona in the UCL quarter finals. Julián Alvarez’s controversial double-kick snubbed Atletico from taking down Real Madrid and moving on. The CONCACAF Champions Cup action also heats up. MLS-sides answered back in leg 2, with three squads advancing to the quarterfinals thus far. Messi and Inter Miami wrap up the Round of 16 with a trip to Jamaica. (4:53) In #AskAlexi the guys answer questions on Gio Reyna’s next steps and Manchester United’s new roofed stadium. To wrap Alexi acknowledges 2025 Colin Jose Media Award winner Bob Ley. USMNT roster drop (4:53) Champions League action: Yamal leads Barcelona romp (16:22) USMNT Abroad (40:06) CONCACAF Champions Cup: Messi travels to Jamaica (42:19) #AskAlexi (52:42) One for the Road: Bob Ley wins 2025 Colin Jose Media Award (63:16) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who's in, who's out, whether Poch sees Yunus as a midfielder, why Brendo is missing, what the coach expects from Gio, and Greg and Belz give preferred lineups versus Panama and the second opponent. First match kicks off in a week.

Charlie Davies and Tony Meola unpack the bracket for the Concacaf Nations League Finals and look ahead to the USMNT’s semifinal clash with Panama (07:10). A debate on how Mauricio Pochettino should deploy Sergino Dest when he returns from injury (17:18). Do Dest, Gio Reyna, Tyler Adams and Folarin Balogun walk back into the lineup (28:55)? Wilfried Nancy was voted MLS Coach of the Year, but he wasn’t everybody’s pick (36:25). Who should take the reins of Inter Miami if Tata Martino steps down (42:49)? Quickfire MLS Conference semifinal and USL Championship Final predictions. AC Milan vs. Juventus preview (56:34). And with rumors circulating about Liverpool, Manchester United and West Ham interest in Christian Pulisic, should the Rossoneri star entertain the possibility of a Premier League return (1:00:53)? 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

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