Ryo Nakagawara, the author of Shogun Soccer, a detailed newsletter focused on the J-league and Japanese national team, joins Belz to talk about a likely lineup for Tuesday's game, where the goals and the holes are, the state of the Japanese men's national team, it's long-tenured coach, fan culture in Japan and lots more.

The USMNT faces its toughest test yet under Mauricio Pochettino, with 13 MLS players and new faces eager to seize their opportunity. Cristian Roldan joins the roster as the squad prepares for friendlies against Japan and Korea Republic. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse tackle three big questions: Is Matt Freese really the No. 1 keeper? Can Gold Cup returnees and stars like Christian Pulisic, Flo Balogun, and Sergiño Dest click right away? And most importantly—can this team best a top-ranked opponent?Alexi unveils his ideal Starting XI, the guys recap standout club performances, and they hand out transfer window grades for Yunus Musah, Gio Reyna, Malik Tillman, Tim Weah, and Matt Turner.In #AskAlexi listeners ask about MLS disciplinary drama, including Luis Suárez’s spitting fiasco, and World Cup ticket sales. To wrap the show, Alexi shares his time in Columbus with Pochettino as the countdown to 2026 continues. Intro (0:00)USMNT September Window Preview (4:09)Roster Update (4:30)Burning USMNT Questions (5:46)Is Matt Freese the Starting Keeper? (7:25)Alexi’s Starting XI Prediction (13:33)Grading USMNT Transfer Window (21:40)World Cup Qualifiers (32:06)Leagues Cup Final Drama (41:54)Alexi and Pochettino Meet in Columbus (53:27) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

PREMIER LEAGUE: Szoboszlai's worldie flips narrative on Arsenal's performance and forces Arteta to admit Anfield owns beachfront property in his brain; Dan Rapaport hops back on to discuss United's Grimsby Town debacle; Bournemouth out-Franks Thomas Frank and Jack Grealish is the best PL storyline going HALFTIME: What If you could pick which club newly-unemployed Dear Leader Jozay goes to next - where you choosing? ROUND THE WORLD: reaction to Pochettino's USMNT roster for this week's Good Korea/Japan friendlies and his decision not to call in so many first choice players plus MLS hit-it-n-quit-it minute STOPPAGE TIME: Ivan Toney's Best Bets and GOAWs

Pochettino Defends MLS, Balogun Joins the Squad, Messi and Miami Are Set for Leagues Cup FinalThe September international window is here, and Mauricio Pochettino has made his final roster decisions before the USMNT’s friendlies against Korea Republic and Japan. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse react to the late addition of Folarin Balogun, Pochettino’s communication (or lack thereof) with stars like Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, and Joe Scally, and what this camp means for fresh faces fighting to earn a spot. Why no Weston McKennie or Matt Turner this time around? Plus, the guys dive into Pochettino’s strong defense of MLS and what it means for national team players in the league.Around the globe, we track Americans in action across Europe’s top leagues—Gio Reyna officially teams up with Joe Scally at Borussia Mönchengladbach, Christian Pulisic and AC Milan look to rebound from tough loss, and Josh Sargent aims to stay red-hot in the Championship. Back home, we set the stage for MLS’ top-of-the-table battles and preview the Leagues Cup Final.Stick around for One for the Road as we look ahead to Alexi’s weekend in Columbus discussing the Road to the World Cup. Intro (0:00)Roster Update: Balogun Joins the Squad (5:10)Pochettino Defends MLS (16:27)USMNT Abroad (23:51)UCL Fixtures (36:30)MLS Top of the Table Clashes (37:20)Seattle and Miami Set for Leagues Cup Final (38:50)#AskAlexi: MLS Salary Caps (42:20)Road to World Cup (47:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino has unveiled the USMNT roster for the September friendlies, and the State of the Union crew is here to break it all down. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse deliver instant reactions to the 22 players named so far, with one more spot set to be added soon. This USMNT squad will take on Korea Republic and Japan in their upcoming matches.The guys discuss the big headlines, including the returns of Christian Pulisic, Tim Weah, Josh Sargent, and Sergiño Dest, as well as the notable absences of Weston McKennie, Matt Turner, Gio Reyna, and Johnny Cardoso. They speak on new call-ups earning big opportunities with the national team, how injuries have shaped Pochettino’s decisions, and what this roster means for the team’s form heading into a crucial stretch before the World Cup.Plus, Alexi and Mosse recap MLS action from the weekend, including Son Heung-min's first goal for LAFC and Thomas Müller’s controversial game winner. Intro (0:00)Pochettino Names USMNT September Roster (1:55)Matt Freese Takes Hold of Starting Sport, Turner OUT (2:37)Sergiño Dest is BACK (4:17)MLS Heavy Roster (7:00)Weston McKennie Snubbed (7:42)Pulisic & Sargent Make Their Return (12:45)“I am disappointed” (18:21)Son & Müller Come Up Big in MLS Action (19:29)Leagues Cup Semifinals are Set (22:34) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The September USMNT roster announcement is right around the corner, and there’s plenty to cover. Uruguay is reported to be lined up for the November window, while September brings clashes with Korea Republic and Japan. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down what we know and what we think about the squad heading into the first window after the Gold Cup.Plus, a loaded weekend abroad: Serie A kicks off for Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie, Malik Tillman prepares for his Bundesliga debut, Ricardo Pepi’s return is delayed, and Chris Richards gets set to host Nottingham Forest. Back home, Miles Robinson signs a long-term deal with Cincinnati, Paxton Aaronson makes a record-breaking move to Colorado, and the Leagues Cup quarterfinals deliver heavyweight matchups.The guys also dive into #AskAlexi, tackling what it was like facing criticism as a USMNT player before social media and how U.S. depth stacks up against Mexico. Finally, Alexi’s One for the Road dives into what the USMNT should look like at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Intro (0:00)Upcoming Schedule: USMNT vs Uruguay (3:58)Serie A Opening Weekend (11:26)Ricardo Pepi Watch Continues (19:46)Newcastle vs Liverpool Amid Isak Controversy (23:55)The Future is MLS for Miles Robinson and Paxton Aaronson (29:16)Leagues Cup Rolls On (38:13)#AskAlexi: Will Pochettino Bring Back the Gold Cup Absentees? (40:04)One for the Road: USMNT’s Look in 2026 (52:46) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kev (https://www.tiktok.com/@spider_lfc) joins Owen to discuss the latest twists and turns of the Alexander Isak transfer toboggan. Will Newcastle let him go? Also, we talk about the departure Luis Diaz. He will be missed. .. or will Rio and Cody excel in Lucho's absence? Rio certainly stood out in Japan, as we review that match and what we've learned from our two pre-season games YNWA!! KOP ON YOUTUBE: ➡️ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/koponpodcast⁠ (https://www.youtube.com/c/koponpodcast%E2%81%A0) “Kop On!” is a podcast dedicated to the worldwide LFC Family 🌍, for supporters of the Relentless Rocket Reds everywhere. ❤️ If you would like to appear on an episode, we'd love to hear from you! 😊 Our love is Liverpool FC, and we talk about Liverpool FC, the Relentless Rocket Reds of Anfield Road 🏟️, aka Arne Slot’s Penny-Pinching Prize Fighters 💰. Established in 1892. Liverpool compete in the Premier League 🏆, which we have won 19 times 🥇, as well as the European Cup/Champions League 🌟, which we have won 6 times 🏆. Follow us on Twitter: 🐦 ⁠https://twitter.com/koponpodcast ⁠ Support us for as little as 1 USD per month: 💸 ⁠https://www.patreon.com/koponpodcast⁠ Kop On links to all our podcast sites: 🔗 ⁠https://linktr.ee/koponpodcast⁠ LFC's official site: 🌐 ⁠https://www.liverpoolfc.com/⁠ Liverpool FC history: 📜 ⁠https://www.lfchistory.net/⁠ Great stats about Liverpool FC: 📊 ⁠https://www.whoscored.com/Teams/26/Fixtures/England-Liverpool⁠ StatsBomb stats about Liverpool: 📈 ⁠https://fbref.com/en/squads/822bd0ba/Liverpool-Stats⁠ Liverpool Football Club is on Wikipedia here: 📚 ⁠https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liverpool_F.C⁠. TV Schedule 📺 ⁠https://premlge.co/f/3rdd8/qzGf⁠ Match Centre ⚽ ⁠https://premlge.co/f/3rddb/qzGf⁠ Liverpool Shop 🛒 ⁠https://premlge.co/f/3rddf/qzGf⁠ Liverpool Twitter 📱 ⁠https://premlge.co/f/3rddl/qzGf #liverpoolfc #LFC #klopp #Reds #LFCFamily #anfield #liverpool #Champions #premierleague #hendo #salah #mane #firmino #vandijk #liverpool #henderson #oxladechamberlain #dalglish #podcast #lfcpodcasts #lfcpodcast #PL #PremierLeague #LiverpoolFC #LFC Looking for more podcasts related to LFC? Here are some links to some marvellous Liverpool FC websites: Liverpool FC official website: 🌐 liverpoolfc.com Liverpool Echo: 📰 liverpoolecho.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc This Is Anfield: 🏟️ thisisanfield.com The Anfield Wrap: 🎙️ theanfieldwrap.com The Redmen TV: https://theredmentv.com/ Liverpool Offside: ⚽ liverpooloffside.sbnation.com Liverpool FC news on Sky Sports: 📺 skysports.com/liverpool Liverpool FC news on BBC Sport: 📻 bbc.com/sport/football/teams/liverpool Liverpool FC news on The Guardian: 🗞️ theguardian.com/football/liverpool Liverpool FC news on The Independent: 📰 independent.co.uk/topic/liverpool-fc Liverpool FC news on The Telegraph: 📞 telegraph.co.uk/liverpool-fc Liverpool FC on Twitter: 🐦 twitter.com/LFC Liverpool FC on Facebook: 📘 facebook.com/LiverpoolFC/ Liverpool FC on Instagram: 📸 instagram.com/liverpoolfc/ Liverpool FC on YouTube: ▶️ youtube.com

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Liverpool Announce Ekitike Signing, to Join Team in Honkong Liverpool has officially announced the signing of Huko Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, after the player completed his medical and signed his contract. The Reds also confirmed that Ekitike will immediately join his teammate’s pre-season program in Hong Kong. Liverpool Confirmed Ekitike Signing The Reds have announced […] The post Liverpool Announce Ekitike Signing, to Join Team in Honkong appeared first on 1000Goals.com: Football Betting, Highlights, and More - Your Ultimate Destination for Exciting Football Action.

Chelsea dominated PSG 3-0 to lift the Club World Cup trophy, thanks to Cole Palmer’s brace. Alexi and Mosse break down the success of the tournament and what it means leading up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then, we shift focus to the U.S. Men’s National Team as the fall friendly slate is unveiled. Matchups against Korea Republic, Japan, Ecuador, and Australia will set the stage for key player evaluations. We also dive into the latest transfer buzz including Josh Sargent’s EPL aspirations, Gio Reyna possibly moving to LAFC, and the never-ending Weston McKennie saga.In MLS, can Lionel Messi extend his unreal scoring streak against FC Cincinnati? We preview Wednesday’s massive Eastern Conference matchups and how the playoff picture is shaping up.On the women’s side, the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 quarterfinals are here. We preview all four matchups, loaded with history and firepower.Plus, in #AskAlexi, the guys discuss the possibility of the USMNT winning a World Cup in their lifetime. A voicemail digs into the origin of Statman Mosse’s nickname, and celebrating the New York Cosmos return wraps the episode. Intro (0:00)Chelsea Wins CWC (6:32)USMNT Upcoming Schedule (19:19)Transfer News: Weah, McKennie, Sargent, Reyna on the Move? (22:14)Messi’s Historic Run (32:19)UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 Quarterfinals Kickoff (41:09)#AskAlexi: Will the USMNT ever win the World Cup in Alexi’s lifetime? (45:23)One for the Road: Cosmos are Back (52:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices