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Harry Kane faces a race against time to be fit for Bayern Munich’s Champions League quarter-final clash with Real Madrid. The England captain suffered a knock while on international duty. He …

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo team up for new Lego World Cup advert The National

Three key figures coincided on the pitch in a moment that reflects the present and the next step for the team. Leer

David Beckham’s long pursuit of a Miami venue is finally coming to fruition, though not as originally envisioned

The first open sale of tickets for the 2026 World Cup final show that FIFA are selling some for just shy of $11,000 – around £8,333. Reports suggest that is the most expensive ticket for gene…

Gianluigi Buffon has resigned as the head of Italian national team delegation. It comes just two days after the four-time World Cup winners failed to qualify for this summer’s tournament. Ita…

Lionel Messi hailed as 'role model' by Argentina teammate Enzo Fernández espn.in

Switzerland are going to be playing at the World Cup this summer without one of their most iconic players. Xherdan Shaqiri has scored many goals at major tournaments over the years, but he won̵…

The crowd gave Messi a standing ovation and pleaded with him to help Argentina win another World Cup

Max Dowman’s excellent solo goal firmly suggests he’s got everything needed to achieve stardom with England. The teenage Arsenal sensation started for his country’s Under-19s side…

Cristiano Ronaldo is reportedly trying to persuade Casemiro to team up with him in Saudi Arabia rather than his old rival Lionel Messi at Inter Miami when he leaves Manchester United.

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Alexis and Christian break down the latest headlines across soccer, starting with the injury to Sergiño Dest and the growing concern over who can step up at right-back for the USMNT. They also dive into the backlash Lionel Messi and Inter Miami faced after their White House visit, unpacking why the reaction has been so divided among fans. To close the show, the guys look around MLS and debate which struggling coach—currently sitting near the bottom of the Supporters’ Shield table—might be the next to lose their job.

Tom & Dunny discuss Fulham crashing out of the FA Cup against Southampton, why some teams are still not taking the competition seriously, Lionel Messi’s Globetrotters Tour, the different fan perspectives in the US & UK, the tumultuous situation at Tottenham, Harry Redknapp possibly coming back to save Spurs, Postecoglou becoming the new Big Sam & more! Sorry Tim. Subscribe to our YouTube page at youtube.com/ @weekinthetackle ! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @weekinthetackle! Follow Tom Rennie on Twitter at @thomasjrennie and on Instagram at @thomasjrennie_soccer. Follow Brian Dunseth on Instagram @briandunseth. Follow Tim Horsey on Twitter at @timhorsey and on Instagram at @thorsey17.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the League of Ireland, the women's international game, and the Premier League. League of Ireland preview – A full look ahead to Friday night’s fixtures across the Premier and First Divisions. Live game focus – Build-up to Shamrock Rovers vs Derry City at Tallaght Stadium, including team news and key talking points. Managers’ thoughts – Hear from Stephen Bradley and Tiernan Lynch ahead of the Hoops’ clash with the Candystripes. Michael Duffy spotlight – The Derry City star earns praise after his recent hat-trick and Player of the Month nomination. Dublin derby preview – Shelbourne host St Patrick’s Athletic at Tolka Park with both sides coming off positive results. League leaders on the road – Bohemians aim to maintain their unbeaten start away to Waterford. Galway vs Dundalk – The Tribesmen seek momentum while Dundalk look to bounce back after a heavy defeat. First Division action – A Cork derby at Cobh Ramblers vs Cork City plus Treaty United, Kerry, Wexford and Finn Harps all in action. Transfer news – Republic of Ireland U21 international Cathal O’Sullivan signs for Preston North End. Ireland injury blow – Denise O’Sullivan ruled out of the Republic of Ireland’s World Cup qualifier against the Netherlands. Premier League trouble for Spurs – Tottenham’s relegation fears deepen after a 3-1 loss to Crystal Palace. Messi meets Trump – Lionel Messi and Inter Miami visit the White House after their MLS Cup triumph. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

On this episode of Inside College Soccer, Don Williams sits down with acclaimed soccer author Luciano Wernicke to discuss his latest book, The Lionel Messi Story: How One Man Revolutionized Major League Soccer. Wernicke, author of more than 20 books on global football, breaks down the remarkable journey of Lionel Messi - from a young boy in Rosario overcoming growth hormone deficiency to becoming a World Cup champion and one of the most influential athletes in history. The conversation explores Messi’s defining decision at 14 to leave Argentina for FC Barcelona, and how elite environments, culture, and long-term belief systems create world-class players. The discussion then turns to Messi’s historic move to Inter Miami CF in Major League Soccer, the strategic vision of David Beckham, and what Messi’s arrival truly means for the growth and global credibility of soccer in the United States. Wernicke also shares perspective from his time working with the Costa Rica men’s national soccer team, offering insight into what it realistically takes to build a nation capable of winning a World Cup - and whether the U.S. is moving in that direction. A must-listen conversation for players, parents, coaches, and anyone serious about understanding the cultural, structural, and strategic forces shaping the future of the game in America. 📖 The book is available at Barnes & Noble, Amazon, Books-a-Million, and wherever books are sold. 🎧 Presented by Sports Recruiting USA - www.srusasoccer.com 🤝 Sponsored by www.gapyearsoccer.com

On this episode of The Cooligans, we break down the wild rumor of Antoine Griezmann potentially joining Orlando City and whether he could seriously challenge Lionel Messi’s MLS throne. Gotham FC defender Mandy Freeman joins the show to discuss the club’s championship run, the pressure of defending a title, her decade-long NWSL journey, her passion for fashion, and why the league’s new High Impact Player rule may not benefit players the way fans expect. Plus, we talk Weston McKennie’s standout Champions League performance despite Juventus falling short, Vinícius Jr.’s statement game against Benfica, and Bodø/Glimt’s shocking result against Inter Milan.

It’s a special midweek edition of the show to recap the headlines from the opening weekend in MLS, including LAFC’s thumping of Inter Miami, Lionel Messi’s post match criticism of the referee, Michael Bradley’s impressive start with Red Bull New York, Josh Sargent moving to Toronto FC, San Diego’s statement win over Montreal, Dunny’s biggest standouts from the weekend & more. Sorry Tim. Subscribe to our YouTube page at youtube.com/ @weekinthetackle ! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @weekinthetackle! Follow Tom Rennie on Twitter at @thomasjrennie and on Instagram at @thomasjrennie_soccer. Follow Brian Dunseth on Instagram @briandunseth. Follow Tim Horsey on Twitter at @timhorsey and on Instagram at @thorsey17.

Twice in the last four seasons an LAFC game produced an attendance record. Saturday's attendance of 75,673 was the largest for a season opener and second-largest ever.

On this episode of The Cooligans, we break down LAFC’s dominant 3-0 win over Inter Miami and the fiery postgame moment from Lionel Messi that has fans asking if Miami are already unraveling. We recap the rest of MLS opening weekend, dive into the tightening Premier League title race as Manchester City hunt down Arsenal yet again, and unpack the growing concerns around the 2026 World Cup after New Jersey cancels its fan zone and Gillette Stadium raises funding issues. Is this tournament already showing cracks?

Reigning MLS champion Inter Miami and star Lionel Messi had no answers as LAFC rolled to 3-0 win Saturday night at the Coliseum.

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! The duo starts the show with their preview for the 2026 MLS season and debate if any club can dethrone Inter Miami. After, they dive into the week’s Champions League action, including Folarin Balogun’s brace vs PSG, Juventus losing again despite another McKennie assist and Bodø/Glimt toppling Inter Milan. Then, they break down Christian Pulisic starting on the bench again in Milan’s draw vs Como and Arsenal dropping points to last place Wolves. In #AskAlexi, the question is posed whether or not Jurgen Klinsmann and Gregg Berhalter were good managers just at the wrong time for the USMNT, and to finish in One For The Road, Alexi gives his top 5 MLS jersey power rankings. Intro: (0:00)2026 MLS Season Preview (3:50)UCL Recap: Vini Jr goal overshadowed by racism (16:10)#AskAlexi: U.S. ID & Berhalter vs. Klinsmann (42:34)One For The Road: MLS Jersey Power Rankings (54:55) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back with a new episode of State of the Union! In today’s show, the pair reacts to the WILD Derby D’Italia between Inter Milan and Juventus that saw Inter prevail despite Weston McKennie's two assists. Alexi and Mosse then break down Patrick Agyemang and Haji Wright banging in goals in the Championship, Harry Kane hitting 500 career goals for club and country, and the close title races all around Europe! In #AskAlexi, the duo are posed the questions of whether or not Lionel Messi would succeed in the Premier League, and if the USA should give Mauricio Pochettino an extension BEFORE the World Cup. To wrap things up in One For The Road, Alexi and Mosse discuss the USA missing out on a dual national. A wild Derby D’Italia (4:56)Agyemang and Haji can’t stop scoring (16:23)Harry Kane gets 500th goal (26:34)Tight title races around Europe (31:31)#AskAlexi (39:03)One For The Road (54:43) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you the latest from the Czech camp ahead of next month's playoff with Ireland, plus Manchester City secure their spot in the EFL Cup final with a dominant 5–1 aggregate victory over Newcastle, setting up a Wembley showdown with Arsenal. Omar Marmoush’s first-half brace and a Tijani Reijnders goal put City firmly in control in the second leg, despite a late Anthony Elanga consolation for Newcastle. Pep Guardiola praises his side’s performance and questions why new January signing Marc Guehi is currently ineligible for the final. Newcastle’s trophy defence ends, with Eddie Howe admitting missed chances proved costly but insisting there’s still plenty to fight for this season. Liverpool boss Arne Slot highlights the signing of France U21 defender Jeremy Jacquet as part of the club’s long-term recruitment model. The League of Ireland returns, headlined by champions Shamrock Rovers hosting Dundalk with live commentary on Newstalk and GoLoud. The LOI Pod returns for the new season, debating Shamrock Rovers’ defensive depth ahead of the campaign. Dion Fanning discusses Czechia boss Miroslav Koubek’s “island team” comments about Ireland ahead of their World Cup playoff. Rangers continue their strong run with a 5–1 win over Kilmarnock, closing the gap on Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts. Rangers manager Danny Rohl reflects on the club’s momentum since his arrival and their surge up the table. Newell’s Old Boys confirm plans to try to bring Lionel Messi back to his boyhood club in 2027 amid uncertainty over his long-term future. Former Chelsea and Everton midfielder Pat Nevin joins Off The Ball Breakfast to reflect on football nostalgia and how the modern game compares to the past. Become a member and sign up at offtheball.com/join

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola start off by checking Johnny Cardoso’s World Cup stock following his first 90-minute shift for Atlético Madrid. What did it tell us about his chances of making the roster? The guys also unpack Christian Pulisic’s frustrating outing against Fiorentina, and whether the arrival of Niclas Füllkrug at Milan could help to unlock the American. Then comes a special surprise as Benjamin Cremaschi joins the show and is presented with U.S. Soccer’s Young Male Player of the Year award. Benja reflects on his standout performances at the U-20 World Cup, the support of his family, settling into life at Parma, and the surreal experience of sharing a locker room with Lionel Messi. The crew turns its attention to a wild MLS offseason. Can Tata Martino revive Atlanta United? Why did San Jose allow Cristian Espinoza to walk on a free? And is Timo Werner really the answer to replace him? 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

The Cooligans react to Xabi Alonso’s firing at Real Madrid, debate Luis Enrique as a potential replacement, welcome Josh Richardson for a soccer fandom deep dive, analyze soccer’s rise in America, and discuss Ricardo Pepi’s injury and its 2026 World Cup implications.

Welcome back to Stick to Football, brought to you by ARNE. In this episode, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Roy Keane, Jill Scott and Ian Wright are joined by Henrik Larsson for a conversation about an incredible career and his relationship with the game today. Henrik looks back on his early days in football and the journey that led him to Celtic, where he became a true club legend. He speaks about settling into life in Glasgow, the bond with the fans and some of his favourite moments wearing the famous green and white shirt. The conversation then moves to his time at Barcelona, playing alongside a young Lionel Messi, before reflecting on his spell at Manchester United, where he shared the pitch with Cristiano Ronaldo during a short but memorable stint. To finish, Henrik opens up about life after football and why he feels he has fallen out of love with the game. He explains what has changed for him, the parts of modern football he struggles with and what he would like to see done differently. What is your favourite Henrik Larsson moment? Let us know in the comments and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode of The Overlap. 00:00 Intro 19:38 Celtic and Memorable Moments 33:53 Discussing Career Low Points 42:28 Joining Barcelona and Playing with Legends 52:57 Returning to Sweden and Joining Manchester United 58:23 Thoughts on Modern Football 01:06:09 Quick Fire Questions and Final Thoughts This episode is sponsored by Huel. Gary Neville and the Stick to Football team know - when your day’s full-on, you need fuel that’s fast and actually good for you. Huel is the ultimate meal on the go - high protein, packed with 26 essential vitamins & minerals, and ready in seconds. 🏆 Exclusive for The Overlap listeners: Get your first Huel with a special discount AND a free gift. That goes for all of their range, including the brand new Huel Lite! 👉 Claim Your Offer Now – and see why millions have made the switch. Go to https://huel.com/theoverlap Stick to Football is brought to you by our partners ARNE clothing https://arneclo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan is here to bring you the latest Liverpool news as the Reds are linked with a surprise swoop for Lionel Messi and reports suggest a 'civil war' between Arne Slot and Richard Hughes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The USMNT isn't alone in feeling good about Group D. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss how Australia and Paraguay reacted to the World Cup draw and Mike Grella's disparaging comments, and whether Team USA fared better than fellow co-hosts Mexico and Canada. Mauricio Pochettino has to whittle down his player pool, and Tyler Adams sets a lofty benchmark for the Stars and Stripes. A flu-stricken Christian Pulisic saves the day for AC Milan, but can he parlay his club form into an iconic World Cup performance? The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins to talk about FIFA's water breaks as well as Inter Miami clinching the MLS Cup. What are the next steps for the Herons and the rest of the league? And Lionel Messi follows in Tony's footsteps by scooping the MLS MVP Award! 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

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react live to Inter Miami and Lionel Messi’s 3–1 win over the Vancouver Whitecaps in the MLS Cup Final. They then look back on the MLS careers of Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba before closing with a full recap of the MLS season, including their favorite moments and their playoff MVP.

In this episode, we review every game in the Conference Finals of the MLS Cup Playoffs, and give our predictions for MLS Cup Final! Will Messi or Muller Prevail?! Recorded on: 12/5/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermia...

It's World Cup draw eve and the CIWYW crew is pumped! Charlie Davies and Tony Meola react to the Stars and Stripes locking in friendlies against fellow Pot 1 teams Germany, Portugal and Belgium, along with one yet-to-be-announced opponent (05:23). Is Mexico the logical choice? And which USMNT players have the most to prove ahead of the March window (14:00)? With all eyes on Washington DC ahead of the draw, the guys talk favorites to win the World Cup, and consider best and worst case scenarios for Poch's boys (25:43). Speaking of which, Johnny Cardoso suffers another injury blow (35:26). And not to forget the MLS Cup Final, the guys discuss Thomas Müller's impressive head-to-head record against Lionel Messi, and whether the Vancouver Whitecaps' American contingent can upset Inter Miami (47:31). 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

Christian Polanco and Taylor Twellman react to Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps’ dominant performances in the MLS Conference Finals. Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami finally hoist the MLS Cup, or can Thomas Müller’s gritty Vancouver side spoil the celebrations? Next, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS and USMNT legend Clint Dempsey to discuss all things USMNT, including what Pochettino has changed within the squad to fuel their resurgence. Later, Clint breaks down the USMNT’s striker dilemma and why he believes the competition for the starting spot is a positive sign.

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa are back to unpack a jam-packed weekend on both sides of the Atlantic. After missing the USMNT’s November friendlies, Christian Pulisic returned in style, delivering the winning goal in the Milan derby (07:31). The guys debate a big question facing Mauricio Pochettino: Who’s the ideal partner for Pulisic in a dual No. 10 setup: Gio Reyna or Malik Tillman (10:15)? The crew digs into the coaching carousel. With Wilfried Nancy emerging as a leading candidate for the Celtic job, can he translate his success with Columbus Crew to one of Europe’s most pressure-packed environments (23:55)? And does LAFC have the right succession for life after Steve Cherundolo (29:17)? The guys tip their cap to USL champions Pittsburgh Riverhounds (44:55). Then it’s on to the MLS Cup Playoffs: after gutsy semifinal performances from San Diego, Vancouver, and NYCFC, the question remains: can anyone stop Lionel Messi and Inter Miami (48:11)? 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

Today’s episode is a trip into the archives, as we look back at a fascinating chat with Arsenal legend Thierry Henry. Gary, Alan and Micah hear about which Premier League player is the only one to come close to Lionel Messi and who Thierry thinks is the better manager, Arsene Wenger or Pep Guardiola. The French superstar also discusses Arsenal under Mikel Arteta and whether they can finally go all the way. This interview was originally done with Thierry in October 2023. The Rest Is Football is powered by Fuse Energy. To sign up and for terms and conditions, visit fuseenergy.com/football Join The Players Lounge: The official fantasy football club of The Rest Is Football. It’s time to take on Gary, Alan and Micah for the chance to win monthly prizes and shoutouts on the pod. It’s FREE to join and as a member, you’ll get access to exclusive tips from Fantasy Football Hub including AI-powered team ratings, transfer tips, and expert team reveals to help you climb the table - plus access to our private Slack community. Sign up today at therestisfootball.com. https://therestisfootball.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=episode_description&utm_content=link_cta For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another week, another twist in the USMNT’s World Cup buildup! Mauricio Pochettino has called up Timothy Tillman to replace Tyler Adams and Sean Zawadzki, raising fresh questions about the midfield. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down who stands to benefit most from the roster shake-up and what fans should look for in the friendlies against Paraguay and Uruguay (05:34). Elsewhere, Patrick Agyemang isn’t in camp, but has the Derby striker added another, useful string to his bow (25:10)? Are Inter Miami actually better without Luis Suárez (34:34)? And why on earth would anyone trash-talk Lionel Messi (37:45)?! The guys also debate where Son Heung-min ranks among MLS’s most impactful summer arrivals (43:05) and unpack all the drama from the USL Championship and League One playoffs (49:17). Plus, some love for one of the pod's tireless producers, Ives Galarcep, who was recently honored with a lifetime achievement award (56:45)! 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

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse are back for a new episode of State of the Union. Alexi gives his thoughts on the USMNT’s November roster and the news that Tyler Adams has joined the likes of Christian Pulisic and Weston McKennie, no longer on the roster. Gio Reyna and Sergiño Dest both made appearances for their clubs this weekend but there is still no sign of the injured Antonee “Jedi” Robinson, leading Mauricio Pochettino to admit he is “worried” about the fullback. In the States, the conference semifinals are set in the MLS Cup Playoffs where the likes of Lionel Messi and Son Heung-Min are still alive and fighting for a title. In #AskAlexi, we argue against the idea that MLS isn’t good for player development and in his One for the Road, Alexi applauds El Tri youngster, Gilberto Mora, for his confidence in Mexico’s chances to win next summer’s World Cup. Intro (0:00)Tyler Adams OUT of USMNT Roster (06:27)Balogun & Agyemang bag goals (23:17)MLS Cup Playoffs: Messi is on FIRE (30:03)#AskAlexi: Back 5 victims for U.S (40:34)One for the Road: Mexico WC Favorites (50:24) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola get straight into it by welcoming Hartford Athletic head coach Brendan Burke ahead of the USL Championship playoffs (02:50), diving into his team’s postseason mindset and whether anyone can knock off powerhouse Louisville City FC. Then it’s all about Gio Reyna, whose recent comments about his World Cup ambitions and heartbreak reignited an old debate around accountability and USMNT leadership (27:02). Can the seldom-seen playmaker earn Mauricio Pochettino’s trust ahead of next summer? Plus, Lionel Messi tops the MLS salary list - the guys react to who’s keeping him company in that elite tax bracket - and break down how the Philadelphia Union managed to win a Supporters’ Shield without breaking the bank (54:33). 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

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to the news that US Soccer won't hold a January camp in 2026 (05:53). Is it a big deal or does Mauricio Pochettino already know enough about the MLS players fighting for a spot in his World Cup roster? It's Groundhog Day for Weston McKennie as Juventus sack Igor Tudor (26:01). Can Brenden Aaronson parlay his impressive form for Leeds into a more prominent role with the USMNT (33:00)? And what does the November camp look like if Christian Pulisic and Malik Tillman aren't part of it (39:30)? The guys talk early impressions of the MLS playoffs (48:28) and Lionel Messi's push for a loosening of the league's salary cap rules (53:47). And the MLS coaching carousel claims two more names (1:03:01). 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

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros bring on MLS 360 host Kevin Egan to discuss Lionel Messi’s new deal with Inter Miami and what it means for the future of Major League Soccer. They also preview the MLS Playoffs and share their predictions. Later, the guys react to another Champions League matchday and a hilarious moment from NBC’s Premier League coverage.

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. In this second episode of a two-part special, co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper continue their exploration of Lionel Messi's early years, focusing on his journey from 2005 to the cusp of greatness in 2008. This episode delves into pivotal moments such as Messi's breakthrough in Barcelona's first team, his dramatic red card on his Argentina debut, and his developing relationship with key figures like Ronaldinho. We take a look at Messi's significant impact in the Joan Gamper Trophy, his hat-trick against Real Madrid in the El Clásico, and his stunning solo goal against Getafe. The episode also sheds light on the internal struggles and political tensions within Argentina's national team during the 2006 World Cup, and the influence of Barcelona's management in shaping Messi's career path. Join us as explore the trials and triumphs that shaped Messi into one of football's greatest ever. 00:00 Introduction: Messi's Early Brilliance 00:40 Messi's Breakthrough in 2005 01:23 Homesickness 04:00 Argentina Debut: A Rocky Start 09:25 Barcelona's Dilemma 11:31 Rising Star: The Joan Gamper Trophy 13:52 Contract Negotiations and Transfer Rumors 17:34 Messi's Impact in La Liga and Champions League 25:29 Messi's Diet and Lifestyle Concerns 26:11 Injury Setback and Return to Training 27:26 Champions League Final Disappointment 31:22 World Cup 2006: Argentina's Journey 36:07 Quarter-Final Clash with Germany 42:25 Barcelona's Decline and Messi's Rise 46:57 Ronaldinho's Influence and Messi's Future 49:10 Conclusion and Future Prospects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week co-hosts Rob Draper and Jonathan Wilson delve into Lionel Messi's early years at Barcelona and his rise to stardom. They explore Messi's journey from his initial signing to the club in 2000 to the early recognition of his talent by notable figures like Ronaldinho. The episode highlights Messi's challenges, including his growth hormone treatment and cultural adjustments as a young Argentine in Spain. Key moments such as his interactions with future stars like Gerard Piqué, Cesc Fàbregas, as well as his significant contributions to Barcelona's youth and first teams, which are discussed in detail. This episode covers his early setbacks, first team debut, and eventual triumphs, culminating in his standout performance at the 2005 FIFA U20 World Cup. Join us as we uncover how Messi went from a promising youngster to an emerging superstar at Barcelona. 00:00 Introduction to the episode 00:40 Messi's Signing and Initial Challenges 01:15 Settling in Barcelona: Cultural and Personal Struggles 05:51 Integration and Early Successes 20:40 Political Chaos and Youth Team Dynamics 23:33 Messi's Rising Star and International Attention 27:06 First Impressions and Early Training 27:39 Debut and Initial Reactions 29:37 Contract Negotiations and Adjustments 32:48 National Team Dilemmas 38:31 Integration into Barcelona's First Team 46:27 Under-20 World Cup and Rising Stardom 51:18 Conclusion and Looking Ahead Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this edition of State of the Union, Alexi Lalas and David Mosse break down Christian Pulisic’s best game to date for AC Milan with 2 goals and an assist in a 3-0 win over Udinese, passing Clint Dempsey as the all-time leading American scorer in Europe’s top 5 leagues. Malik Tillman scores for Bayer Leverkusen, Tanner Tessmann helps Lyon to victory, Tim Weah starts vs PSG, and Ricardo Pepi & Sergiño Dest feature in PSV’s thriller with Ajax. We also track Weston McKennie’s quiet weekend, Yunus Musah’s limited minutes, and an injury setback for Johnny Cardoso in La Liga. In MLS, Lionel Messi keeps Inter Miami’s Supporters’ Shield hopes alive with 2 goals and an assist, NYCFC clinches another playoff spot, and Denis Bouanga’s hat trick sends LAFC into the postseason. Plus, we field your questions in #AskAlexi and debate pro/rel in American soccer. Intro (0:00)Pulisic breaks Dempsey’s record… where does he stand all-time? (5:45)Messi leads Miami to Victory (33:05)Jedi’s best position with USMNT (43:04) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Inter Miami’s inconsistent form over the past month and what it could mean for the club heading into the playoffs. Has the Inter Miami project been a failure? Then, they break down what’s going wrong at Manchester United and whether Ruben Amorim is the right fit for the club. Later, they react to Lamine Yamal’s mysterious “pubic” injury in another hilarious edition of “Oh For Real!?”.

adidas have dropped the new Lionel Messi signature boots – the F50 ‘Vis10n’ – celebrating the Argentine icon’s unmatched awareness and agility.

The USMNT bounce back against Japan thanks to goals from Alex Zendejas and Folarin Balogun. The boys react to the game and break down Mauricio Pochettino's feisty pre-match press conference. Plus, MLS hands down their additional punishment for Luis Suarez, Lionel Messi hints at missing the 2026 World Cup and Irish football hits a new low. Coming up this week over on Caught Offside Plus, we'll repost our podcast from June 24, 2014... the day Luis Suarez bit Giorgio Chiellini during Uruguay's World Cup match vs Italy. To sign up for Caught Offside Plus, just head on over to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com! 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.

Jimbo's got Matt Davies-Adams, Michael Cox and Tom Williams alongside him to run the rule over a busy weekend of international qualifiers and WSL action. England's 2-0 victory over Andorra at Villa Park was perhaps predictably drab, but it was goals galore elsewhere and records broken for the likes of Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands - not to mention emotional scenes in Buenos Aires after Lionel Messi's last match on home soil with Argentina. There's a chance to reflect on the news that broke late on Thursday that Daniel Levy is to leave Tottenham after nearly 25 years as the league’s longest-serving executive chairman. And the brand new WSL season got underway in some style with Chelsea continuing their remarkable unbeaten run, Olivia Smith scoring a banger on her Emirates debut - and Ornella Vignola bagging a hat-trick on her debut at Anfield in the Merseyside derby! We've got epic away days, BBQs, sinkholes and Italy actually looking good in a World Cup qualifier for once... Produced by Charlie Jones and Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: World Cup qualifiers round up (00.50) • PART 2: England 2-0 Andorra (18.30) • PART 3: Truro City's very, very, very long journey, the magic of non-league and the rest of the qualifying action (27.05) • PART 4: Fallout from Daniel Levy's shock Tottenham departure (40.10) • PART 5: A look back on the WSL opening weekend (44.20) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Steve and Brad relive the unforgettable night at Lumen Field, where the Sounders lifted the Leagues Cup trophy with a commanding 3-0 victory over Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. They break down the performance, the key moments, and why the electric atmosphere might have been the best in stadium history. Following the match recap, the hosts sit down with Osaze De Rosario for an in-depth conversation. The young striker opens up about his unique playing style, his path to Ma...