Leagues Cup

Ty Fisher, Jerald Lucas and Derik Abbott talk all things Columbus, Ohio soccer, including the 1-0 Columbus Crew win over Club Leon in the Leagues Cup.

As European leagues get ready to begin their 2025-2026 campaigns, we shine a spotlight on some American players playing abroad that we're excited about, that we're worried about and that we think need to have big years. Plus: Newcastle keep Alexander Isak away from their team cookout, Manchester United acquire another star despite not playing in Europe and we examine whether or not the Leagues Cup is "catching on." For access to our "Caught OffFIVE" series, head on over to our premium channel, Caught Offside Plus! Our latest installment breaks down the top 5 biggest personalities in soccer of the last 25 years. 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)! And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ --- Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/ X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are back on the mic to break down a commanding performance from the Seattle Sounders in the opening round of this year’s Leagues Cup. The Rave Green punched their ticket to the knockout rounds with a 2-1 win over Liga MX side Club Tijuana on Wednesday night — capping off a perfect group stage run with three wins from three and a flawless nine-point tally. Zak and Brad dive into the big-picture implications of these results: Has the gap between MLS and Liga MX fina...

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down Son Heung-Min’s arrival at LAFC and what it could mean for Major League Soccer both on and off the field. They also reflect on his time at Tottenham and the legacy he leaves behind. Later, they recap Phase One of the Leagues Cup and react to the tournament’s best moments so far. Finally, they discuss the news that Benjamin Šeško has chosen Manchester United over Newcastle.

With the European season kicking off soon, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down the top five USMNT players with the most to prove across Europe. Sergiño Dest and Folarin Balogun are back from injury and looking to make statements, while Tim Weah kicks off a new chapter at Marseille. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just a year away on home soil, the pressure is on for these American stars to deliver. The guys also react to Diego Luna landing on the front page of the New York Times, and Don Garber’s response.Then, it’s all about the chaos in the Leagues Cup: Max Arfsten steps up to keep Columbus alive, LAFC survives thanks to a David Martínez brace, and Messi looks to sit out against Pumas. To close out the show, Alexi and Mosse discuss Chicago’s omission from the 2026 World Cup host cities and share some football stories out of Ecuador. Intro (0:00)Which USMNT Player Has the Most to Prove in Europe? (4:23)EFL Championship kicks off (16:47)Over the Luna: Diego should stay in MLS? (18:59)Leagues Cup madness (22:37)Max Arfsten clutch for Columbus, LAFC survives (24:25)Why is Chicago not hosting in 2026? (27:17)One for the Road: Wild Stories Out of Ecuador (37:56) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ROUND THE WORLD: honest assessment of the new version of Leagues Cup; thoughts on Heung-Min Son to LAFC and Matt Turner to NE Revs HALFTIME: What If you played on Inter Miami, how many goals would you score simply being fed by Leo Messi? TRANSFER TALK: Tottenham may have taken the lead over Newcastle in battle for league's worst summer plus which Big 7 suitor Ben Sesko should choose this window STOPPAGE TIME: Ivan Toney's Best Bets and GOAWs

This week Landon and Jeremiah answer a bunch of listener questions, and are joined by Apple TV's Marcelo Balboa to preview the Houston Dynamo match. Other questions and topics include: - Progress Texas event w/ Landon and Brad Stuver - Ray Romano's Moontower Soccer - Closed door friendly update - Leagues Cup at Q2 this week - Berant Celina rumor - When will we see Beloko and Djordjevic? - Tomas Muller's effect on "Middle American" MLS - How to pronounce "Bukari" - What's Austin FC's worst eve...

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy earned a draw with Cruz Azul on Sunday night but fell short in penalty kicks. But the point kept the Galaxy alive in Leagues Cup and sets up an interesting matchup on Thursday night. Host Josh Guesman (Kevin Baxter is on assignment) discusses the LA Galaxy's comeback against Cruz Azul and why the test against one of CONCACAF's best teams will pay dividends for a team still trying to find themselves way too deep in the season. What did Gabriel Pec and Joseph Paintsil do against Cruz Azul? And what mistake did Vanney make in the starting lineup? How did he fix it? Plus, back to league play on Sunday against Seattle and the Galaxy's transfer route this window. Let's talk! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,200! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

On this episode, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down Marta’s sensational performance, scoring a stoppage-time equalizer and leading Brazil to a dramatic win in the Copa América Femenina Final. The legend capped it off with the Best Player Award in what could have been her final major tournament. Over in the Leagues Cup, MLS sides pulled off seven wins on Matchday 2. Matt Freese was the hero for NYCFC, Denis Bouanga kept LAFC rolling with his 13th all-time Leagues Cup goal, and Rodrigo de Paul notched two assists in Inter Miami’s win. The guys also revisit the USMNT transfer news, as Matt Turner, Tim Weah, and Malik Tillman make headlines.In #AskAlexi the guys answer questions about expectations for the USMNT at the World Cup and whether the NWSL could ever have its own Caitlin Clark moment. To wrap the show, Alexi shares reflections from his trip home and a recap of the North American Soccer Expo. Intro (0:00)Marta’s Clutch Performance (5:56)Leagues Cup Recap (11:03)Matt Freese Denies Leon (12:10)Bouanga Sets Leagues Cup Record & Son to LAFC (13:30)Rodrigo de Paul's Assists (15:13)Evander's Screamer (17:11) USMNT Transfer News: Turner, Weah, Tillman (22:55)#AskAlexi: USMNT 2026 Expectations (33:07)One for the Road: East Coast Trip Recap (44:29) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vince, Belz and Charlie Boehm talk through all the latest transfer news, Dest's winner against Go Ahead Eagles, the upshot of all this Leagues Cup action, a full transfer news rundown, and how bad is it really for a player to be one-footed?

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With the World Cup less than a year away, USMNT Insider Doug McIntyre joins David Mosse to dive into his projected USMNT squad at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Malik Tillman slots into the 10, Pepi leads up top, and Gio Reyna gets left off. The guys break down the full roster, who just missed, and how the squad could shape up by kickoff.Transfer drama takes center stage as Tim Weah’s move to Marseille stalls over a price gap. Weston McKennie’s renewal talks have also hit a wall, and Italian media are once again questioning his fitness. Meanwhile, Matt Turner’s summer transfer is in a bit of limbo, as his deal with Lyon collapses. Globally, the summer transfers are buzzing as well with links for Alexander Isak, Luis Díaz, and Marcus Rashford. Back stateside, the Leagues Cup kicks off with a new format and three CONCACAF Champions Cup spots on the line.We close the show with fan questions, including whether clubs are trying to capitalize on USMNT transfers ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, and what exactly is the deal with MLS discovery rights. Intro (0:00)Doug’s Projected 2026 USMNT Starting XI (3:17)Tim Weah’s Move to Marseille on Hold (10:55)Weston McKennie’s Fitness in Question…Again (13:10)Turner's Transfer in Limbo (14:53)Latest on Gio to Parma (16:50)Josh Sargent Turns Down Wolfsburg (18:31)Global Transfer Roundup: Isak, Diaz, Rashford (20:00)League Cup Kicks Off (22:06)#AskAlexi: USMNT Transfers & MLS Discovery Rights (28:13)Copa América Femenina Final is Set (36:15) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Leagues Cup returns with a new format, but is it better than before? And should the tournament be held every year? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola dive into the tournament’s latest tweaks, including a heavier focus on MLS vs. Liga MX clashes. Plus, with Thomas Müller linked to Vancouver, the guys unpack MLS’ often-confusing discovery rights system and Cincinnati's dubious claim to the German star. Charlie backs a bold move for Son Heung-min to LAFC, and Inter Miami found a roster loophole to land Rodrigo De Paul. Are the Herons making a mockery of the league's rules? And Tony shares his thoughts on AC Milan's preseason with the spotlight on USMNT duo Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah. 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

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- Who doesn't love to wait four hours for a date and then get stood up? The LA Galaxy traveled to Houston to take on the Dynamo on Friday night. Still, it ended up watching games on TV, drinking maté, and making TikTok videos, without actually getting to play any soccer. On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter talk about the epic rain in Houston and how everything went down in the locker room. So does the schedule adjustment help the Galaxy? Additionally, one of their only opportunities to qualify for the Concacaf Champions League is through the Leagues Cup, and it has a unique method of advancement. Let's discuss the tournament, the way the Galaxy will need to play, and what you can expect from the rest of August. Let's talk! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,200! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're preparing for the Leagues Cup, which for those unfamiliar, is a cup competition involving teams from both MLS and Liga MX! In this episode we will be making predictions for phase one, specifically the western teams this episode. For predictions for the remaining teams, give the last episode a listen. We've gone through each team and listed their current position in the standings and one player to watch, and some of their recent "big sig...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're preparing for the Leagues Cup, which for those unfamiliar, is a cup competition involving teams from both MLS and Liga MX! In this episode we will be making predictions for phase one, specifically the eastern teams this episode. For predictions for the remaining teams, give the next episode a listen. We've gone through each team and listed their current position in the standings and one player to watch, and some of their recent "big sig...

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It's a CIWYW emergency pod! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react as MLS announces which teams will be competing in the 2025 Leagues Cup, US Open Cup, Concacaf Champions Cup, and Canadian Championship. Plus, Cobi Jones is getting a statue! 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

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola tackle the Matt Turner situation: After losing his spot as the Carabao Cup keeper, is it time for the Crystal Palace shot-stopper to reconsider his Premier League dream? And with the USMNT goalkeeper pool looking shakier than ever, could a new No. 1 emerge from January camp? The guys also break down the 2025 MLS schedule, debate the changes to the Leagues Cup format, and the tough task facing Bruce Arena in San Jose. Meanwhile, Johnny Cardoso steps up with a clutch performance for Betis, but it's a different story for Tim Weah and Yunus Musah, who are both sidelined with injuries. And why is Ricardo Pepi still playing second fiddle to Luuk de Jong at PSV, even while outscoring him? 🗳️🫡 Support the show by voting for Call It What You Want in the Sports Podcast Awards in the "Best Team Podcast" category: https://www.sportspodcastgroup.com/sports_category/best-team-podcast/ 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

Herc sat down with Eric Gomez from ESPN Deportes, a friend of Vamos, to discuss the aftermath of the Liga MX Final. Club America, one of the biggest clubs in Mexico, has achieved its third consecutive league title, making them Tri-campeón. Eric shares the latest news from the Mexican Federation, discusses the new format for the 2025 Leagues Cup, and analyzes Pachuca's performance in the Intercontinental Cup Final against Real Madrid. Plus, Herc picks in "Shooting It Straight" the 2024 top three moments in Concacaf. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss the Fafa Picault and Owen Wolff rumors, and preview the MLS SuperDraft. Other questions and topics include: - Tom Bogert "likes the fit" of Picault in Austin - How would we feel about that signing? - Owen Wolff getting European interest? - How does the MLS SuperDraft work? - Austin's options in the draft - Can Austin get anybody good at #12? - Who are Austin's new assistant coaches? - Arnaud stays, but Burpo gone? - Leagues Cup update - Why do MLS teams...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're talking about the hottest topics in MLS in recent news with this episode covering Don Garber's full state of the league press conference, which covered topics such as US Open Cup, Leagues Cup, roster rules, and more. We'll give our take on some of the more noteworthy points of the press conference. Let us know your thoughts! #ad Recorded on: 12/8/2024 Let us know your thoughts and if we got it right or right! Send any em...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola break down the LA Galaxy’s 2-1 win over the New York Red Bulls to clinch a record sixth MLS Cup title (04:25). Is Greg Vanney now knocking on the door of the Mount Rushmore of MLS coaches (13:29)? And is it blasphemy to leave Bob Bradley off that list (25:21)? In the wake of Don Garber’s State of the League address, the guys dive into the commissioner’s hints at big changes: Could MLS adopt a European calendar (31:44)? How can the league improve its roster rules to stay competitive (38:21)? And what might next year’s Leagues Cup look like (45:21)? Plus, a rough injury update for Christian Pulisic, who may miss the rest of 2024 (53:36), but there’s a silver lining for some of the other Americans abroad (58:20). 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

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we're talking about the hottest topics in MLS in recent news with the conclusion of the 2024 Leagues Cup being the perfect time for us to talk about some ways we can improve the tournament. We're each going to present a couple of arguments and discuss how it could help and how it could potentially be implemented. Some of these ideas are more realistic than others. Let us know your thoughts on ways that Leagues Cup could be improved! Recorded...

"It's refreshing for me listening to Jack McGlynn, Quinn, and Cavan Sullivan... I can't even hang with the lingo, it's completely new". Herc sat down with Alejandro Bedoya, the captain of the Philadelphia Union and a long-time Major League Soccer and USMNT star, to discuss all things soccer. Shared thoughts on 'Cucho' Hernandez, the MVP of this edition of Leagues Cup. Also, they talked about how much MLS has changed since Alejandro left the US to compete in European football, his role as a mentor for young players from the Philly Union Academy, his recent passion for Paddle tennis, and more. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are set for another exciting weekend of soccer. With less than two weeks until the USMNT kicks off against Canada, the guys look at some players that have the potential to thrive under Mauricio Pochettino. The strikers pool is a group to keep an eye on as Pochettino steps in as the reported new USMNT head coach. This weekend we will see two of these strikes face off, Josh Sargent travels to Coventry and faces Haji Wright in an American showdown. Back stateside, Messi is training again with Inter Miami and the Leagues Cup champions are back in action against NYCFC. The LA teams are running away with the MLS Western Conference, who will take the top spot? (5:09) To wrap the show the guys answering questions on removing the MLS salary cap for promotion/relegation, the possibility of LAFC bringing in a backup coach, and high school versus club. (27:24) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas recap the Columbus Crew's 3-1 win over LAFC in the Leagues Cup Final. Jerald provides an update on the Columbus Crew 2 game against the Union II before the boys preview the MLS matchup between Columbus and Philadelphia

Harrison gets fired up about the MLSPA, Ben thinks Columbus is the best MLS team of all time, and Kieran asks some trivia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atlanta United FC returns to MLS, losing (2-0) to LA Galaxy on the road after an abysmal Leagues Cup showing, exiting from the group stage. Who is driving the bus, who is going to coach this team?

Hear from Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy following the 3-1 win over LAFC and hoist championship trophy and more.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap this week’s USMNT players abroad, as they set the tone for exciting seasons in Europe. Christian Pulisic continues in excellent form with AC Milan, becoming the first USMNT player to score in 10 different seasons of the top 5 European leagues. Malik Tillman and Ricardo Pepi both got on the scoresheet in their dominant 7-1 win. Also, Josh Sargent and Brenden Aaronson each scored their second goals of the season in the Championship. Back stateside, the Leagues Cup final wrapped up with Columbus Crew lifting a trophy for the second time in nine months. (4:43) In #AskAlexi the guys break down the new Champions League tournament play and give thoughts on the changes. (27:39) To wrap the pod, Alexi and Mosse discuss Pochettino’s first 100 days. With a short run up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, how will he get the USMNT on track for a successful appearance? (32:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down strong performances from Arsenal and Chelsea last weekend. They also react to the Leagues Cup final and break down the current situation with the San Diego Wave. The boys then debut their new segment, “Oh For Real!?”

As USMNT fans wait for Mauricio Pochettino to be announced with bated breath, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Brian McBride welcome in Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic to discuss the latest in US Soccer's pursuit of Gregg Berhalter's successor (03:25). Will Chelsea clear the way for the Argentine to take the reins for the upcoming friendlies? And if not, will interim coach Mikey Varas be selecting the roster? In Americans Abroad news, it was a good weekend for Brenden Aaronson and the strikers in the player pool not named Folarin Balogun (27:59). Could the Monaco man lose his spot on the national team? In transfer news, Weston McKennie and Tim Weah will have more competition at Juventus, Tanner Tessmann nears a move to Lyon, and Gio Reyna has accepted his role at Dortmund (48:49). Finally, the Columbus Crew added the Leagues Cup to their trophy cabinet, but can they be considered among MLS' greatest ever teams? (57:17) 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, @BMcBride20, @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

Sounders return to MLS regular season action on August 24th, and the Sounders FC PODCast Presented by Toyota is back to break it all down. Co-hosts Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans first recap the Sounders run in Leagues Cup, ending with a loss to Western Conference rival-LAFC. The Rave Green hit the road this weekend to Minnesota before returning home to host LAFC at Starfire Sports for the US Open Cup Semifinal, and Zak and Brad give their thoughts on both matchups. And of course, a quick call ...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! This week, we discuss: Matchscot feature? Nope.‘Fit Checks? Nope.Match Moods? Nope.Celly Ratings? Nope.There were no games! (sob emoji, y'...

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros give their take on the controversy surrounding Fabrizio Romano & Mason Greenwood. They also break down Leagues Cup action and react to the new NWSL collective bargaining agreement.

Herc sat down with Christian Ramirez, one of the goal-scoring threats in Major League Soccer to talk everything about Columbus Crew before their Leagues Cup Semifinals match against the Philadelphia Union. Christian shared how the Columbus Crew prepares to reach another final and discussed his mindset when playing for Wilfried Nancy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HOT TOPIC: reasons to get excited about Mauricio Pochettino as the next USMNT manager/savior PREMIER LEAGUE: knee-jerk reactions to the first weekend of games f/t Brighton still Brighton-ing, United avoid nightmare scenario, Tyler saying some nice things about Bruno Fernandes (srsly), Tottenham is so back and preview of next week's massive "London" Daerby between Arsenal and Aston Villa HALFTIME: Weekly What If... the Premier League followed through on disclosing what club each referee supports? Net positive or negative? (And same question for commentators) ROUND THE WORLD: USMNT chatter including who our starting 9 is at the moment plus wild stabs at what becomes of Weston McKennie and Matt Turner this window STOPPAGE TIME: Ivan Toney's Best Bets (Over Train is officially back) and GOAWs

Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies welcome in friend of the show Marco Messina to discuss the start of the Serie A season and the Americans plying their trade (at least for now) in the Italian top-flight. What are Paulo Fonseca's plans for Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah? Will Weston McKennie and Tim Weah be staples of Thiago Motta's starting XI? And why are Venezia intent on getting rid of Tanner Tessmann? The guys turn their attention elsewhere in Europe, praising Haji Wright's brace-scoring heroics for Coventry and discussing Gaga Slonina in the context of Mauricio Pochettino's first-choice goalkeeper. Then, Mark McKenzie's move to Ligue 1 side Toulouse and Cameron Carter-Vickers' time at Tottenham spark a convo about the USMNT's center-back pool. Will Tim Ream still be in the frame for the World Cup? And finally, it's an all-MLS affair in the Leagues Cup semifinals! 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, @BMcBride20, @TMeola1 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

Herc sat down with our good friend Eric Gomez of ESPN Mexico to analyze the upcoming Leagues Cup's Quarterfinal matchups. Everything that transpired in the Round of 16 and what we could expect in the quarterfinal matchups. Watch the Leagues Cup quarterfinals live this Saturday, August 17th, with MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christian Polanco and David Gass chat about the USMNT reportedly hiring Mauricio Pochettino, major storylines head of Premier League season, MLS transfer news and the Leagues Cup round of 16.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse preview USMNT players in Europe’s top leagues to get set for the upcoming season. (5:56) Folarin Balogun will be one to watch as he continues his strong form from Copa America. AC Milan already has the American duo of Christian Pulisic and Yunas Musah, could we see a triple threat soon? Also in Europe, Kylian Mbappe made his Real Madrid debut with the winning goal of the 2024 UEFA Super Cup. Alexi and Mosse preview more European matches in La Liga, Serie A, and EPL coming this weekend. Back stateside, the Leagues Cup Quarterfinals are officially set, with the Columbus Crew advancing past the defending champions Inter Miami 3-2. (32:53) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse talk MLS Division 1 status and pro/rel, as well as reasons to watch each Premier League squad from an American perspective. (46:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy are out of the Leagues Cup, and the goalkeeper controversy has reached new heights. Has Novak Micovic become a distraction? The LA Galaxy's 3-1 loss to the Seattle Sounders brought back some of the club's biggest fears. Is there still a set-piece problem when it comes to defense? Can the Galaxy win the big games, match intensity with the best teams, and figure out how to gel as a team before the playoffs start? On today's show, host Josh Guesman breaks down the loss to Seattle in the simplest terms. Were the Galaxy distracted by the Novak Micovic transfer request, and can they regroup with just eight games left in the season? Plus, why does the Julian Araujo transfer from Barcelona to Bournemouth net the Galaxy more money, and why might a defensive rumor not be totally out of left field? Finally, Josh talks about the Galaxy's spending philosophy this season and why it made sense from the team's perspective. Are you ready for Marco Reus? -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 16, just a few shows past show no. 1,100! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2024! Exciting changes are in store for Corner of the Galaxy! We're unveiling a brand new anthem, composed by Ray Plaza, and a refreshed look and feel for the podcast. Get ready for a fresh and engaging experience! This is just a reminder that we go live twice a week — Monday and Thursday at 8 PM on YouTube—and that you can find us conveniently anywhere you get your podcasts (Apple, Spotify, Soundcloud, YouTube, GooglePlay, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2024 is a great time to start listening!

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are joined by 2-time Olympic Gold Medalist Carli Lloyd, to recap the USWNT Olympic victory. Mallory Swanson led the team to gold with a second half goal and assist from Korbin Albert. Emma Hayes became just the second USWNT head coach to win every match in their first major tournament. Additionally, the USMNT coaching search continues with Mauricio Pochettino becoming a top target for the job. (4:46) Ten MLS clubs and six Liga MX clubs advanced to the Leagues Cup Round of 16. This week Inter Miami, the defending Leagues Cup champions, face Columbus Crew, the defending MLS Cup champions for a spot in the quarterfinals. Messi’s awaited return is still to come. It is also reported that MLS plans to launch a new professional women's soccer league. Could we see a new league emerge in the upcoming years? (39:34) The guys answer a few #AskAlexi questions on golden goals, paths for career development, and Gio Reyna’s issues with finding a club. They wrap the show with ratings on this summer of soccer. (51:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the USWNT bringing home the Olympic gold medal after defeating Brazil. They also recap the men’s Olympic gold medal match, discuss Leagues Cup action, and go through recent MLS transfers.

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! This week, we discuss our recent Leagues Cup matches against Pumas and Monterrey, as well as our latest road match at LAFC. Matchscot feature:...

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