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Hear what Columbus Crew keeper Patrick Schulte had to say about potential U.S. Men's National Olympic team, the attacking front line and more

Hear what Columbus Crew center-back had to say about Saturday's crushing win over New England, the evolution of the team and more!

Ty Fisher and Jeral Lucas recap the Columbus Crew's 4-0 win over Sporting Kansas City, updates on Columbus Crew 2 and Inter Columbus FC before previewing Crew vs New England Revolution. The boys wrap the show with MLS predictions and their yellow/red cards for the week.

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a list of almost all of them. We are going to do our research and then come together to retell everyone about those stories and give them the spotlight they deserve. This week we're talking about a wild plane story in which NE Revs coaches had to restrain...

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas preview the Columbus Crew vs NYCFC match while Jerald provides live updates on the Columbus Crew 2 match against Inter Miami CF II. The boys give their MLS predictions before rounding out the show with their weekly yellow/red cards.

"Styles make fights, and the Concacaf Champions Cup was a hell of a fight... But, it wasn't the night for Columbus Crew." Herc analyzed the aftermath of one of the greatest nights in North American soccer. He delves into the comments from Columbus Crew players and staff about the stomach illness before this crucial match. Plus, the second part of Wilfried Nancy's interview where he discusses many interesting anecdotes and experiences from his early days as a grassroots coach in Montreal. This includes how he met Thierry Henry before Nancy became his assistant at Montreal and his opinion on youth development in soccer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Arnold, one of the nation's leading Concacaf scholars, joins the pod to talk about the USA's group at the Copa America: Bolivia, Panama and Uruguay. As is our custom we strayed from the agenda and discussed the Crew's loss to Pachuca in Champions Cup, why Mexico isn't a global power in soccer, and other things. But the core of the episode is backgrounders on the USMNT's group opponents in this upcoming tournament. No huge surprises but you will surely be able to impress at cocktail parties with a little more depth on Bolivia's mediocrity and Panama's relative strength under Christensen.

Real Madrid makes history yet again by winning their 15th Champions League title in the most predictable fashion possible! No folks, this isn't a re-run, David Gass is back on The Cooligans for a second consecutive episode! The soccer broadcaster, host, and friend of the show joins Christian to recap Real Madrid's 2-0 Champions League Final victory over Borussia Dortmund. Christian and David break down every aspect of the relatively underwhelming final and discuss what Kylian Mbappe's imminent arrival to Real Madrid means for the future of the club and the UCL. The guys also analyze Pachuca's CONCACAF Champions Cup win against Columbus Crew, touch on some off-the-field storylines in MLS, and give their thoughts on Emma Hayes' first match in charge of the USWNT. 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

The Stars and Stripes kick off a massive summer of action on Saturday with a friendly match against Colombia. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Brian McBride discuss Los Cafeteros’ unbeaten run under Néstor Lorenzo, players to watch, and the formation and personnel decisions facing Gregg Berhalter (05:40). Perennial Concacaf Champions Cup winners Pachuca proved too strong for Columbus Crew in Saturday’s final (22:10), but it was good news for two Americans Abroad as Gianluca Busio and Tanner Tessman’s Venezia secured Serie A promotion (27:35). The guys preview Kickin’ It’s exclusive interview with Bruce Arena (36:07) and compare each other’s all-time USMNT 7-a-side teams ahead of TST (44:25). And USMNT U-23 coach Marko Mitrović joins to talk about the Olympics, the challenges of building an 18-man roster, and the importance of versatility (51:00). 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 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

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas give an in-depth preview on the Concacaf Champions Cup Final between the Columbus Crew vs Pachuca CF

Club Pachuca and Columbus Crew are two undefeated offensive juggernauts meeting this weekend in the CONCACAF Champions Cup Final. Herc prepared a complete preview for this exciting final. First, he sat down with Wilfried Nancy, the manager of the Columbus Crew. Wilfried shared memories from his early days as a center back in France, delved into his strategies and experience as a manager, and how the Crew prepares for the most important match in Concacaf. Also, Herc talked to Pachuca's winger, Osama Idrissi, and his first impressions as a European player in Liga MX. Concluding the episode with a preview of the final with Eric Gomez, a journalist for ESPN Mexico and a good friend of the podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The gangs all back together again! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have returned from their travels and are in the studio to talk soccer abroad and stateside. The Champions League final is set for this Saturday, an epic battle between Dortmund and Real Madrid. Also in Europe, the coaching carousel continues. Thiago Motto, Paulo Fonseca, Hansi Flick, and Vincent Kompany are heading to new clubs next season. Back stateside, the Columbus Crew travel to Mexico this weekend for the CONCACAF Champions Cup final, with a chance to book their ticket to the 2025 FIFA Men's Club World Cup. (6:09) The guys then kick it over to US Soccer, where Alexi shares his thoughts on the USMNT Copa America roster. They also chat about the newly released Olympic roster. And Emma Hayes is in Colorado, taking charge ahead of USWNT friendlies against South Korea. (42:28) To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse answer a couple of questions in #AskAlexi, including the possibility of getting a face tattoo to guarantee a USMNT World Cup victory and thoughts on Tim Weah joining ownership with a non-MLS professional team. Alexi recaps his travels in Germany and shares a few fun pictures as well. (60:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas discuss the two road wins for the Columbus Crew. Jerald provides an update on Columbus Crew 2 before the guys round out the show with MLS Predictions and their yellow/red card segment.

Hear what Will Sands had to say about Columbus being the most fouled team, his road from recovery to the pitch and more.

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas preview Columbus Crew vs FC Cincinnati. Ty provides an update on Inter Columbus of UPSL while Jerald recaps the Columbus Crew 2 win. The boys end the show with MLS predictions and their yellow card/red card of the week

In today’s show Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap a historic week of soccer. The Columbus Crew advanced to the CONCACAF Champions Cup finals to face Pachuca. They became the first MLS team to beat Monterrey in Mexico, in a 2-legged series. Also stateside, Messi made history…again, in Inter Miami’s win over NY Red Bulls. He set the record for the most assists by an MLS player in a single match. (7:27) Over in Europe, Arsenal and Man City continue to battle in the EPL title race. Whereas, Real Madrid and PSV clinched their La Liga and Eredivisie titles respectively. In Italy Christian Pulisic found an assist to Giroud, but AC Milan settled for just a point in the match. UCL semi finals also wrap up this week, with leg 2 on deck. (30:41) In #AskAlexi, the guys breakdown the gap between MLS and Liga MX, the idea of MLS switching to a European schedule, and Mosse’s starting 11 Brazilian team with players in the EPL. (50:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas recap the Columbus Crew's 0-0 draw against CF Montreal. Jerald gives and update on the Columbus Crew 2 win over NYRBII and the guys recap the historic 3-1 win over CF Monterrey in the Concacaf Champions Cup

The results of the Champions League semi-finals first legs were shocking, but will the second legs leave us with the same level of surprise? How do Real Madrid and PSG not have massive leads following the first legs of the Champions League semis?!?! We were all surprised by how well Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund were able to hold up against superior opposition this week, but we're not sure they'll be able to stand firm again in the second legs. Christin and Alexis break down all the UCL action and give their predictions about which sides will face off in the final at Wembley. The guys also recap Columbus Crew's upset victory over Monterrey in CONCACAF Champions League and give out a parlay for the final weekend of The Championship season. 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

"Negative comments on social media are a motivation for me. It makes me show you these people wrong. And on top of that, it makes me realize how much more support I have and see the positive comments from people cheering for me" Herc had an emotional and candid conversation with Daryl Dike. A friend of Pod, who's coming off back-to-back Achilles injuries. Delving into his rehab process, where he's mentally, what he thinks is in store for him, and what Daryl thinks about the current USMNT's strikers. Plus, Herc's mea-culpa for not trusting Columbus Crew in this Concacaf Champions Cup. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear what Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy had to say about the win over Monterrey, preview CF Montreal, the fans and more!

Hear what Columbus Crew defender Yevhen Cheberko talk about the win over Monterrey, previewing CF Montreal and more!

Hear what Columbus Crew keeper Patrick Schulte had to say about the win over Monterrey, preview CF Montreal and more!

Sergiño Dest will be sidelined for an “extended period” which doesn’t bode well for the USMNT with a Copa America fast approaching. Jimmy Conrad, Jesse Marsch and Charlie Davies discuss the PSV man’s injury (05:00) and who Gregg Berhalter might turn to to fill the void at right back (08:30). Columbus Crew and USMNT U23 goalkeeper joins ahead of Wednesday’s CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal clash to talk about playing on the road against Liga MX opposition as well as the United States’ chances at the Olympics (19:23). The guys react to the latest Tyler Adams injury update and analyze Haji Wright’s heroic performance in Sunday’s FA Cup semifinal defeat to Manchester United (34:54). Then, Rick Burton, Professor or Sports Management at Syracuse University, joins to talk about where the USMNT ranks in the minds of big brands and marketers looking to leverage the power of the 2026 World Cup (47:14). And following the agony of Coventry’s disallowed goal at Wembley, the crew open up about the refereeing decisions that still leave them bitter (62:44). 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

Hear from Columbus Crew forward Taha Habroune talk about his first MLS start, his performance, and more.

Hear from Columbus Crew Swiss army knife Sean Zawadzki talks about coming back from a concussion, the RSL match and preview the upcoming match against Portland.

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

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse recap an epic week of soccer. To kick things off stateside, the USWNT won their 5th straight She Believes Cup, with Sophia Smith leading the way. In the CONCACAF Champions Cup, Inter Miami’s quarterfinals did not go as plan and Columbus Crew is the only MLS team moving on. (5:33) In Europe, the Champions League quarterfinals begin. Real Madrid and Manchester City treat us to a 6-goal thriller, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid each grab a win. Atalanta also shuts out Liverpool and gets a big victory in the Europa League. (33:40) To wrap the podcast, the guys make their picks for teams to slot into the expanded Club World Cup and Alexi shares his OJ Simpson Bronco chase memory the night ahead of the 1994 World Cup game vs Switzerland. (50:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's pod, we discuss 4 exhilarating first legs in the quarterfinals of the Champions League including Man City's 3 amazing goals, Barcelona stock projections and David Raya's Leroy Jenkins transformation. Plus, we look back on a memorable night for Columbus and a forgettable one for Miami. All that and much much more! --- BY THE WAY: April is National Testicular Cancer Awareness Month! As you know, we've partnered with @Manscaped to help spread the word! Visit Manscaped.com/TCS to learn more about simple self-checks for cancer prevention & SHARE to help save a life. Get 20% OFF with code CAUGHT OFFSIDE at Manscaped.com and make a donation to the @tcsociety at checkout. #shavetosave --- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@caughtoffsidepod X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/ Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

- Neil Sika preview against D.C. United - Nashville SC recap - Tigres UANL recap - Columbus Crew 2/Inter Columubus updates - MLS predictions - Yellow Card/Red Card

Hear what Columbus Crew head coach Wilfried Nancy had to say following the 1-1 draw against Tigres UANL, previewing D.C. United and more!

“I spoke a lot with Wolfsburg’s front office about Kevin Paredes before they signed him. He's a guy that I played with together in DC, I know his work ethic and I'm happy that now he's been starting in the team after a year and a half”. Herc had a candid conversation with Julian Gressel, an American-German midfielder currently playing with Inter Miami after recently winning the MLS Cup with Columbus Crew. They discussed Julian's early days as a footballer in Germany, his experience in the US College system, and how it feels playing with Lionel Messi. Plus, Julian is now a podcaster, and he explained why he enjoys doing it so much. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hear from Columbus Crew defender Steven Moreira about the 1-1 draw, previewing D.C. United and more!

Hear from Columbus Crew keeper Patrick Schulte following the 1-1 draw against Tigres UANL, previewing D.C United and more!

Hear from Columbus Crew forward Marino Hinestroza following the 1-1 draw with Nashville, his first goal with Columbus and more!

Hear from Columbus Crew defender Yevhen Cheberko talks about the 1-1 draw with Nashville, getting ready for Tigres and more!

Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts! The Morning Footy crew welcome in Columbus Crew goalkeeper Patrick Schulte to discuss the USMNT U23s incredible March camp, the MLS title defense, and his future aspirations. Schulte won the MLS Cup in his rookie season and also has one cap with the senior men's national team. They also chat about his goalkeeping idols. Morning Footy 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 Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9 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, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, the Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ 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

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas discuss the madness that was Crew/Charlotte, along with Crew 2/Crown Legacy. Ty discusses the two spring games for Ohio Dominican Men's Soccer and the release of the NOSL/UPSL schedule of Inter Columbus. The boys wrap up previewing Crew/Nashville on the weekend.

- 3-0 win for Columbus Crew over New York Red Bulls - Capys lose 2-0 - Inter Columbus additions - Interview with Charlotte FC Fan TV - Crew/Charlotte FC Preview

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas recap the 2-1 win against the Chicago Fire for the Columbus Crew and the 2-1 aggregate win against the Houston Dynamo in the Concacaf Champions Cup. The fellas are joined by Bob Ventimiglia of i80 Sports to preview Crew vs Red Bulls-

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas sit down with Rudy Segura from Bayou City Soccer to preview the Round of 16 matchup between the Columbus Crew and Houston Dynamo *NOTE* We apologize for the audio being bad. The editor tried everything to get the noise to be perfect but couldn't find a resolution.

Columbus Crew forward Christian Ramirez talks about the 1-1 draw vs Minnesota United, and his return to the Twin Cities.

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas recap the Crew's 1-0 win over Atlanta United, as well as updates with Columbus Crew 2 signings. The boys welcome Connor and Dave from Loonacy Podcast, to preview the matchup between the Columbus Crew and Minnesota United.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse open the podcast with the MLS Opening Week. Messi and Inter Miami take the Sunday win over LA Galaxy with controversy on a double yellow card. Columbus Crew, LAFC, Portland, and FC Dallas also start the season in the win column. (7:49) The guys continued with a recap of the historic weekend abroad. Chris Richards became the 12th USMNT player to score a goal in the five major European leagues this season, and goal contributions from Folarin Balogun, Johnny Cardoso, and Weston McKenzie on Sunday alone. (28:09) To wrap, Alexi and Mosse gave their dream guest picks and discussed Don Garber’s thoughts on media coverage of Messi (50:42) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Atlanta United Lose Opener on the Road to Columbus Crew (1-0). While a loss against a great Columbus Crew side is not the end of the world, we talk about the reality of what this team can achieve give our current tactics. We'll be down players during the Olympics, Copa America, European Championships (w/o players) for large windows. Vamos!

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas discuss Columbus Crew preseason updates, Columbus Crew 2 new signings and 2024 kits.

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we begin our not so deep dives into each MLS team ahead of the 2024 season, but this year with a twist! We are bringing in a guest who is an expert on the team, and for this episode we're joined by Ben and Tre from the Upper 90 Club Podcast! We say not so deep dive as there are too many teams to cover and not enough time, but this year with our guest specialist, we'll get a bit more detailed than in prior years. We will be looking into the tr...

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas discuss the upcoming 2024 MLS season for the Columbus Crew, new signings around the league. The boys also sat down with Marco Micaletto three weeks ago for an inside look on life with New Mexico United.

Hear from new Columbus Crew mid-fielder Derrick Jones talk about his transitioning to Columbus, what intrigued him about The Crew, what he brings to the table, and more!

Ty Fisher and Jerald Lucas discuss Columbus Crew preseason, as well as what trophy has more weight; The Supporter Shield, or MLS Cup?

Alex Matan addresses the Columbus media during preseason.