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Coming up today, we have a truly special interview. Manchester United legend Patrice Evra in conversation with The Athletic’s Adam Crafton. They cover a huge amount of ground, including his relationship with ‘the boss’ Sir Alex Ferguson, the highs and lows of his Champions League final appearances and his take on whether Michael Carrick should be handed the United job permanently. Host: Adam Crafton Guest: Patrice Evra Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Liam Warburton and Grayson Moody 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - Helping athletes pre and post-retirement 05:37 - Coping with the intensity of elite football 14:12 - Suárez incident 18:37 - Man United’s struggles post-Ferguson 20:28 - Should Carrick get the Man United job full-time? 22:47 - Playing against Messi in the Champions League 28:51 - Pain of Tevez joining Man City from Man United 30:30 - Evra’s MMA training 31:58 - Relationship with Ferguson & reaction to his retirement The Athletic FC Podcast is your essential guide to football's biggest stories, five times a week this season... Listen on Apple and Spotify: https://podfollow.com/athletic-fc-pod Subscribe to The Athletic FC Podcast channel 👉 http://bit.ly/athleticuk | 🔔Make sure to enable all push notifications!🔔 Follow The Athletic FC Podcast: Instagram: @theathleticfc TikTok: athleticfcpod Image Credits: Franco Arland/Getty Images / Angel Martinez/Getty Images / Michael Steele/Getty Images / ALAIN JOCARD / AFP via Getty Images / Stuart Franklin/Getty Images / Justin Setterfield / Staff / Getty Images Europe Thumbnail: Alex Livesey / Staff / Getty Images Europe via GettyImages #manchesterunited #france #premierleague

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola bring you the very best moments from a rollercoaster 2025 for fans of the USMNT. From the disappointment of the Concacaf Nations League Finals to a Gold Cup of auditions under Mauricio Pochettino, and capped off with morale-boosting results against World Cup-calibre opponents, this special edition of CIWYW revisits the conversations that defined it all. You’ll hear Marcelo Balboa reflect on the emotion of representing the U.S. at a home World Cup, Christian Pulisic explain his absence from the Gold Cup squad, and a fiery debate over whether Pochettino could squeeze big names out of the picture. Premier League legend Ashley Cole joins to break down Antonee Robinson, the modern fullback, and the USMNT’s World Cup chances, before Jürgen Klinsmann shares unforgettable stories involving Pulisic, Landon Donovan, and his lost World Cup-winning jersey. From the whole CIWYW crew, thanks for riding with us all year. Settle in, enjoy the holidays, and relive the moments that made 2025 unforgettable. 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/⁠ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women’s Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/⁠ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/⁠ And sportsbook promos: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ 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

Guatemala stuns Jamaica and Panama puts on a show on Day 3 of the Gold Cup! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse highlight standout performances across Group C, including Ismael Díaz’s brace against Guadeloupe and Oscar Santis’ screamer to upset Jamaica.They also discuss Michail Antonio’s inspiring return just 196 days after a tragic car accident, the ongoing debate over the USMNT’s best center-back pairing, and whether Tyler Adams will suit up against Saudi Arabia on Thursday.Plus, the guys preview tomorrow’s Group B action and debate whether Canada—and Jesse Marsch—deserve the title of CONCACAF’s best. Presented by Yerba Madre #CometoLife Intro (0:00)Panama Dominates Guadaloupe (3:20)Oscar Santis Stuns Reggae Boys (6:57)Boost of the Game: Michail Antonio Inspiring Return (12:35)Tyler Adams Gold Cup Status (14:45)Is Jesse Marsch the Best Coach in CONCACAF? (26:45) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mauricio Pochettino says talent alone won't get you called into the USMNT roster - and Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola are here to unpack exactly what that means. What does "the right character" look like? What benchmark performances can this generation actually point to - and can they summon that same spirit with the World Cup looming? Then, Bruce Arena stirs the pot, questioning whether a non-American should be coaching the national team. Did U.S. Soccer get it wrong with Poch? And finally, AC Milan book a spot in the Coppa Italia final—but what does it mean for Yunus Musah? With his minutes dwindling, is it time to start thinking about a move? 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+. Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/sportsbooks/ And sportsbook promos: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/promos/ For betting on soccer: https://www.cbssports.com/betting/soccer/ 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

It did not come home. Join us as the lads give their immediate reaction as they debate if Southgate should stay. New episodes available to watch & listen EVERY DAY. Click HERE: https://linktr.ee/pitchsidepodcast If you'd like to work with us, email the studio on [email protected] Produced by The Fellas Studios: https://fellasstudios.com/podcasts Theo: https://youtube.com/c/HiMalfoy https://youtube.com/c/TheoBakerVlogs Ollie: https://youtube.com/c/reev https://youtube.com/c/OllieFletcher Tom Garratt: https://www.youtube.com/@TomGarratt10

Mark Chapman is joined by The Athletic's Tim Spiers & Oli Kay to debate how managers & head coaches in the Premier League should be assessed and rated when they are appointed. Two managers widely regarded as the best face each other in The Premier League this weekend as Manchester City & Pep Guardiola play Liverpool led by Jurgen Klopp.. Who is the better manager? Or are they just the right fit for their respective clubs? Meanwhile Aston Villa boss Unai Emery, with multiple European trophies on his CV takes on Graham Potter who got the Chelsea job following excellent work at Brighton.. How would you compare those two? Is it on trophies or overachievement? Or is it something else? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer widow has officially closed as Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have you covered with all the transfer deadline moves! Lalas and Move break down Jorginho's move to Arsenal and Enzo Fernández's move to Chelsea as Lalas and Mosse debate whether Chelsea's transfer business is harmful for soccer. Lalas and Mosse then react to the U.S. Soccer's plan in relation toward the Yates report. Afterwards, Lalas and Mook look ahead to the action in Europe, as they discuss Folarin Balogun's impressive play in Ligue 1 & whether he'd represent USMNT over England, Weston McKennie's potential debut for Leeds United, and Barcelona's key victory over Real Betis. To wrap up the show, Lalas and Mosse debate who the best coach for Brazil's World Cup hopes which featured the likes of Carlo Ancelotti, Zinedine Zidane, & Luis Enrique and also touch on Lalas attending a wedding this weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse kick off the podcast with a breakdown of the 2022 World Cup Draw, look at the USMNT’s big game vs. England, and analyze the United States’ chances at getting out of the group stage (9:30). Then the guys whip around the rest of the World Cup group stage matches and make their way too early picks for who makes it out of the group stage (23:00). Later, the guys look at Chicharito’s great form at the LA Galaxy, look ahead to El Tráfico, and try to explain Miami’s abysmal performance in MLS this season (52:24). Then, the guys cover everything around Europe including Man City’s upcoming game vs. Liverpool, give and update on Weston McKennie’s injury status, and look at PSG’s great game in Ligue 1 (1:07:29). We answered your questions about CONCACAF Champions League, UEFA Champions League, Copa Libertadores, and NCAA Soccer in #AskAlexi (1:16:25). Finally, Alexi and Mosse end the show with a look why some USMNT fans who are Gregg Berhalter haters may secretly root against the national team to get Berhalter out of the head coaching position (1:32:25). Call the #AskAlexi hotline with your questions for Alexi and Mosse: (657) 549-2297 What We've Been Watching: Atlanta The Great Robbery of Brazil's Central Bank Ben-Hur Logan’s Run Moscow on the Hudson’ Trust No One: The Hunt for the Crypto King Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Chris Welhausen to finally have the great #WolffIn vs #WolffOut debate. Let's just hope they can all remain friends afterward. Other topics include: -Are the Kevin Arriaga rumors legit and would he be a good fit? -Kolmanic's trip to Europe -Landon wants you to #GiveWolffAChance -Wolff's tactical strengths and shortcomings -Are Wolff's press conferences important? -What is Wolff's potential and what defines success? -What needs to happen in order for hi...