Today’s best bite features the CONCACAF Champions Cup recap of the quarterfinals. On Wednesday Messi and Inter Miami's match versus Monterrey did not go as planned. Brandon Vasquez was gifted a goal and booked Monterrey's ticket to the semifinals. The guys talk issues with playing out of the back and how MLS can close the gap with Liga MX. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Despite having Lionel Messi back, Inter Miami failed to turn things around away to Monterrey as Columbus Crew were the only MLS side capable of advancing to the semifinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch kick things off in the Europa League where Christian Pulisic was active in AC Milan’s first leg defeat to Roma (04:35). The guys discuss Wilfried Nancy and company sparing MLS blushes amid Liga MX’s continued dominance in the region’s most prestigious club competition (11:42). Then, Jesse takes issue with Tata Martino’s post-match complaints as The Athletic’s Paul Tenorio provides the lowdown on MLS’ plans to ease the restrictions on roster spending (24:35). Plus, an Americans Abroad weekend preview (43:32) and the guys share their “bestest, most fondest moments” from CBS Sports Golazo Network’s first year of existence! (49:58) 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, @jessemarsch 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, 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

"Liga MX versus Major League Soccer is the narrative we always feed into every single year in the CONCACAF Champions Cup" Herc talked with Eric Gomez, a friend of the house who works for ESPN Deportes, about all things Mexican football. They discussed Santi Gimenez's dry run with Feyenoord and with "El Tri", cleared up rumors that linked Mallorca's manager Javier Aguirre to the Mexican National Team, and debated on "Liga MX vs MLS" after this week's CONCACAF Champions Cup drama. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After scoring a banger against Mexico and making his triumphant Premier League debut for his new team, everything was looking up for Tyler Adams. But now the Bournemouth midfielder has been sidelined yet again due to back spasms. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch discuss Adams' recurring injuries and what impact playing in the CONCACAF Nations League finals might have had on his recent recovery (03:51). Plus, with PSV close to clinching the Eredivisie title, the guys discuss next steps for Sergiño Dest and Malik Tillman (17:23) as well as the motivation behind the frustrated remarks against the Dutch club made by Ricardo Pepi's agent (26:14). Marco Messina joins to preview the all-Italian Europa League clash between AC Milan and Roma, and to talk about the Americans in Serie A (43:01). And how much stock should we place in the USMNT moving up to 11th in the FIFA rankings? (53:14) 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, @jessemarsch 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, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, 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 break down the USWNT She Believes Roster, with Catarina Macario and Mallory Swanson set to make their return and a few new players joining the group. On the men’s side, the USMNT U-23s had a nice showing on the road that ended in a draw with Olympic hosts France. Euro Groups are also set, with Georgia, Ukraine, and Poland booking their tickets this week. (6:24) Next, the guys flip it over to the club matchups in EPL, Serie A, and MLS. AC Milan faces Fiorentina this weekend, as Christian Pulisic looks to continue his 4-game goal streak. (20:58) Coming off the big USMNT Nations League victory, Alexi and Mosse wrap the show with their Top 5 Most Memorable Goals vs Mexico. This elite rivalry has a list of goals you won’t want to miss. (41:58) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USMNT remain the kings of CONCACAF following Sunday’s comprehensive victory over Mexico thanks to goals by Tyler Adams and Gio Reyna. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch analyze the result and what it means for the region’s biggest rivalry - is it even a contest anymore?? Then, Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic joins to discuss El Tri’s new reality and the reasons behind the recent drop-off in talent. Plus, the USMNT U23 left France in buoyant mood after proving they belong at the Olympics, the MLS referee shutout is finally over, and Midge Purce has suffered a devastating injury setback. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @jessemarsch 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, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, 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

Greg and Belz talk through another very satisfying win over El Tri. Tyler bombazo, Gio player of the tournament, a bit of a slugfest from both teams on Sunday but it feels like we're cruising these days with regard to our biggest rival.

USMNT won the CONCACAF Nations League dos a cero! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap the match and share their thoughts. Gregg Berhalter nailed this roster, giving Tyler Adams and Gio Reyna the start both finding the back of the net. Canada and Costa Rica also booked their tickets to Copa America and Olympic groups are set for Paris 2024. (5:13) In MLS, Cincinnati takes the top spot in the East. Lewis Morgan and the New York Red Bull dominate Inter Miami with Messi out, and Charlotte upset the 2023 MLS Cup Champions with two late goals. (44:34) To wrap the show, the guys dive into the USA vs Mexico rivalry. Things got intense during Sunday’s match as Americans were covered in beer and blood. Is this the best rivalry in the world? (50:05) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The USMNT is CONCACAF Nations League champion for the third consecutive time, beating Mexico Dos a Cero in a dominant performance! There's no better feeling than a Dos a Cero victory for the USMNT over the Mexican national team! Christian and Alexis break down all the action from the Nations League Final and reflect on the USMNT's dominance over El Tri over the past few years. The guys also analyze Matchweek 6 of the MLS season and roast Charlie Davies' attempt to become Dominican. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vancouver lose to RSL; Canada head to Copa America; Vancouver FC news round-up; poor kit designs