Team Identity

In football, success is often measured in trophies and results — but by the time those arrive, the real work has already been done. Long before dominance becomes visible, it is constructed through structure, repetition, and identity. What appears as success is often just the final outcome of a system that has been built over… The post Built Before Success: How Football Identity Shapes Long-Term Performance first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

FIFA High-Performance Specialist Faisal Chibsah has underlined that Carlos Queiroz’s prospects of success with the Black Stars will depend largely on how quickly he adapts.The Portuguese coach, appointed on a short-term four-month deal, has been tasked with steadying Ghana’s preparations for the World Cup following the dismissal of Otto Addo after a string of four consecutive friendly defeats.With limited time before the expanded tournament begins, attention has turned to whether Queiroz can impose his methods effectively in such a compressed window.Chibsah, while acknowledging the pedigree of the 73-year-old former Real Madrid and Portugal coach, stressed that reputation alone will not guarantee results unless he adjusts to the specific realities of the Black Stars environment.“He will bring a bit of discipline to the team, which for me was lacking a lot. We would see [discipline] and also [Ghana would] definitely get an identity.”“The challenge for Carlos now would be how adaptable he can be taking on Ghana.”“Iran, Oman, Qatar [recent jobs of Queiroz] are not Ghana. Ghana, we expect more.”Ghana are aiming to reach the World Cup knockout stages for the first time since 2010, with Group L fixtures against England, Croatia and Panama...

FIFA High-Performance Specialist Faisal Chibsah believes Ghana’s decision to appoint Carlos Queiroz could mark a decisive shift in the Black Stars’ direction, particularly in restoring structure and discipline ahead of the World Cup.Otto Addo was dismissed after a difficult run of four consecutive defeats in international friendlies, leaving the federation to act swiftly with just months remaining before the expanded 48-team tournament.The former Portugal and Egypt coach has been handed a short-term four-month contract to stabilise the team and guide them through the global showpiece.Chibsah expressed optimism about the impact the 73-year-old could have on the squad’s mentality and organisation, while also stressing the demands that come with managing Ghana at this level.“He will bring a bit of discipline to the team, which for me was lacking a lot. We would see [discipline] and also [Ghana would] definitely get an identity,” Chibsah told Joy News.“The challenge for Carlos now would be how adaptable he can be taking on Ghana.”“Iran, Oman, Qatar [recent jobs of Queiroz] are not Ghana. Ghana, we expect more.”Ghana head into the World Cup with ambitions of reaching the knockout stages for the first time since 2010, with Group L...

Liverpool’s decline is not about missed chances alone but a deeper loss of identity, intensity and balance that must be corrected this summer. Liverpool’s season has unfolded in a way few anticipated. From champions to uncertainty in the space of a year, Arne Slot’s side have gone from setting the standard to searching for answers.… The post How Liverpool Can Fix Their Structural Problems This Summer first appeared on Breaking The Lines.

Good morning from Lisbon. Arsenal and Mikel Arteta arrived yesterday evening, and the team news is mixed. Declan Rice, Leandro Trossard and Gabriel have all travelled, but Bukayo Saka and Jurrien Timber have stayed behind in London, not quite ready for this one. With a huge game on Saturday against Bournemouth, you have to imagine […] The post Arteta looks for Arsenal identity ahead of Sporting clash appeared first on Arseblog ... an Arsenal blog.

Team will not panic in wake of City and Southampton defeats Raya set to return in goal for Tuesday’s first leg at Sporting Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal will not panic after losing successive games for the first time this season but admitted that they must rediscover their identity to get their campaign back on track. The Premier League leaders face Sporting in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final in Lisbon on Tuesday after seeing their hopes of an unprecedented quadruple crumble with defeats by Manchester City in the Carabao Cup final and the Championship side Southampton in the FA Cup. Bukayo Saka and Jurriën Timber have been ruled out as they continue to struggle with injuries, although there was better news for Arteta with Gabriel Magalhães, Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard all expected to feature against the Portuguese champions.

Hailed as ‘mentality monsters’ under Jurgen Klopp, Arne Slot’s side look in need of a new direction

Ahead of the UEFA qualifying playoffs, Rog sits down with Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrímsson to discuss his team’s remarkable journey to and the belief growing within the squad. Hallgrímsson reflects on taking over an Ireland side in transition, why he saw parallels with his historic Iceland team, and how he’s built a harder, more resilient identity. He also breaks down striker Troy Parrott’s incredible goal-scoring run, including his dramatic winner in Hungary, and what it takes to deliver in the biggest moments. Plus, Hallgrímsson previews Ireland’s decisive playoff clash against Czech Republic and explains why this squad is learning to embrace the pressure of the occasion. Presented by Christopher Ward. To celebrate our partnership with Men in Blazers, Christopher Ward is giving one lucky soccer fan the chance to win any Trident watch of their choice. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kevin and Jose project the bat signal for an emergency show as the Union start 0-4 and find themselves last place in Major League Soccer. rundown: -Ernst Tanner suspension and reaction -what to do with the lineup -developing a new identity in the post-Kai Wagner world -should Cavan Sullivan start? -Milan Iloski at forward or wide midfield -redundancy at the striker position -right-footed left backs -Iran's position in the World Cup

The U.S. Men’s National Team came up short in the 2025 Gold Cup Final, falling 2-1 to Mexico in a hard-fought battle. The match was decided once again by intensity, momentum swings, and set pieces. Chris Richards gave the U.S. a dream start with an early header, but Raul Jimenez pulled Mexico level before halftime. A controversial handball in the second half kept the drama high, and after a lengthy VAR check, Edson Álvarez delivered the decisive blow.Stu Holden and Maurice Edu joined the show to break down the performance and examine what this tournament revealed about the team’s evolving identity. They discuss who stepped up, who has real 2026 World Cup potential, and who is still on the bubble. With just a handful of windows remaining before World Cup camp begins, the clock is ticking, and the path forward is coming into focus. Intro (0:00)USMNT vs Mexico Gold Cup Final Recap (1:01)Valuable Lessons for Mauricio Pochettino (4:05)USMNT Outlook: Better, Worse, or Same? (7:25)USMNT Gold Cup Winners: Luna, Tillman, Berhalter (8:50)Search for Striker Continues (13:39)Alexi Rides A Horse (27:12) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup draw is in the books, and the USMNT has learned its group stage opponents. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola breakdown the groups and lay out their expectations for Mauricio Pochettino’s side heading into their final competitive tournament before the 2026 World Cup. The guys discuss what a successful Gold Cup run looks like, the importance of establishing a clear identity, and whether Jamaica could be this year's dark horse. Plus, thoughts on Mexico and Canada’s paths, the looming threat of Panama, and the issue of dwindling attendances. Later in the show, the crew reacts to the news that MLS owners are undecided on a switch to a fall-to-spring calendar, and discuss the changes to the men’s Olympic soccer format. 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+. 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

West Ham under Julen Lopetegui have played some pretty bad football so far this season. What is the team's current identity? What is possible for the club? And which supermarket are they most like? The Tifo team are joined by Daisy Christodoulou to discuss this, plus: Should Tottenham be further ahead? And why Daisy can't stop thinking about VAR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Design master Ed Cowburn joins us to cement Leeds' credentials as the best dressed team in football. 🎧 Listen ad-free & get bonus shows: sqbl.co/plus · 🏷 Get 10% off your legal fees: sqbl.co/levi Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jenny Chiu, Jordan Angeli, Lisa Carlin, and Saskia Webber react to the NWSL Expansion Draft involving Bay FC and the Utah Royals with the former picking first, taking Alyssa Malonson (1:06). Then, Amy Rodriguez is welcomed in to talk about the moves and picks made by the Royals, what they look for in players, as well as creating an identity (3:16). Next, Bay FC coach Albertin Montoya joins the show to weigh in on all the choices his team made, the excitement over the roster, and the expectations going forward (8:40). Then, Caprice Dydasco is welcomed in to talk about her free agent move to Bay FC prior to the draft as the team's first signing, her new teammates, and being a veteran in the league with ten years experience (15:42). Next, NWSL Commissioner Jessica Berman joins in-studio to talk about the upcoming 2024 season, continued expansion, and how players can stay with the league post playing career (22:19). Next, Michele Vasconcelos & Mikayla Cluff join A3 to talk about their respective moves to Utah with Cluff being the team's first signing (28:58). And finally, the team take a look at free agency (35:33). Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third 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 Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LisaCarlin32, @Jordangeli , @JennyaChiu and @Darian_Jenks. Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." 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/ 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

Sandra Herrera and Lisa Roman welcome Orlando Pride forward Ally Watt to the show. Ally talked about the offseason, her first full preseason with the Pride, the team’s new identity this year and what you can expect from the Orlando squad on the pitch. Ally also opened up about Orlando’s switch to black shorts instead of white this year to address player’s period concerns, plus the newest “Highway Woman Kit” the Pride dropped and the meaning behind the new kit. Catch Ally Watt and the Orlando Pride in opening weekend of the NWSL starting Saturday, March 25 on Paramount+. Watch USWNT, NWSL and WSL games on P+" with a link to https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ Attacking Third 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 Attacking Third team on Twitter: @AttackingThird, @SandHerrera_, @LRoman32 Visit the Attacking Third YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/attackingthird You can listen to Attacking Third on your smart speakers! Simply say "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast" or "Hey Google, play the latest episode of the Attacking Third podcast." 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/ 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

- 2022 COG T-SHIRTS! BUY NOW! http://www.cornerofthegalaxy.com/SHOP - SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy could be one win away from clinching a 2022 playoff spot. And from where they are standing right now, they might even find a home playoff game if they keep playing the way they are. On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter discuss the 3-2 win over the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday night and why the Galaxy now have an identity. How important were the additions of Gaston Brugman and Riqui Puig? And why is the 4-3-3 the way the Galaxy close out this season? Plus, has Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez done enough to deserve another year on his contract? Would you re-sign a player who scored 34 goals in his last two seasons and is the team's MVP once again? Or is it time to ship the all-time leader in goal scoring for the Mexican National team elsewhere? And all the little interesting things that the guys get to talk about because it looks like the Galaxy are actually going to make the playoffs. Can you say "playoff bracket?" We've got a good one for you today! Thanks for listening!

Union color commentator and former Premier League footballer Danny Higginbotham returns to the show. - Union offseason moves - finding an identity in the attack - pressing nuance - 4-4-2 diamond and Xmas Tree thoughts - depth chart rundown - is this the best Union team ever (on paper)? - Union growth in the local sports community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices