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Martyn is joined by Gary and debutant John Mackay get stuck into a bumper couple of days. Scotland make an unfortunate start against the Danes after Uruguay set out their stall against a West German side in a state of disarray. There are a couple of heavyweight clashes with some pulled punches and much more. Paraguay v Iraq - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8GCTxga8jw Uruguay v West Germany - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDOY6IR8u5Y Scotland v Denmark - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gfftlr9qtrQ Italy v Argentina - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHGSoYFuHow France v USSR - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4uNEIWX5-z8 South Korea v Bulgaria - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWxaRXvEB28 If you want weekly exclusive bonus shows, join our Nessun Dorma community chat, want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier or just want to support the podcast, then head over to ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast⁠⁠⁠ where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month (less than 75p a week!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike and Martyn get set to devour a feast of World Cup action over these two days. We have Maradona and Passarella clashing over drugs and affairs before South Korea took turns in having a kick without any serious sanction, Hungary being smashed by the USSR, an early victory for the hosts amidst political turbulence and an arachnid taking over the Azteca, Northern Ireland and Algeria failing to live up to their previous exploits and missing the opportunity to get that much needed win and Bobby Robson arrives in Monterrey and selects a starting XI against Portugal who have never played together before. What could possibly go wrong? Argentina v South Korea - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBjRKVZb4z4 USSR v Hungary - https://youtu.be/KMtBKLEkLq0?si=PTcNz_A_lAL8SwrT Poland v Morocco - https://youtu.be/q27qUuCfMng?si=n8XXVU6kY6Esm9vP Mexico v Belgium - https://youtu.be/lwWBEG3qxtU?si=W60__dS443ngNDtx Northern Ireland v Algeria - https://youtu.be/m6Le-ZVjNho?si=HJ8dypMGjGhQzScX England v Portugal - https://youtu.be/Q96knGZ3Of4?si=tz7OMcJ1hz4l_P8q If you want weekly exclusive bonus shows, join our Nessun Dorma community chat, want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier or just want to support the podcast, then head over to ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast⁠⁠⁠ where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month (less than 75p a week!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are nearly there! Martyn is joined again by the author Aidan Williams to round up the rest of the qualifiers - from Argentina to Iraq - and to take a look at the contemporaneous previews on the eve of the tournament. There were big concerns about the impact of the midday sun on the quality of football, most agreed that there was no outstanding favourite and Diego Maradona had far from convinced everyone that he was about to take the world by storm. If you want weekly exclusive bonus shows, join our Nessun Dorma community chat, want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier or just want to support the podcast, then head over to ⁠⁠patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast⁠⁠ where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month (less than 75p a week!). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen Donovan 2026 promises to be a thrilling year of football with the 2026 FIFA World Cup the headline act. Stephen Donovan picks out 20...

The signs are good for Portugal as the 2026 FIFA World Cup edges closer and they aim to become champions for the first time. Stephen...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Scott Specht to revisit our preseason Over/Under Predictions, and discuss the reported trade of Stefan Cleveland. Other questions and topics include: - Stefan Cleveland traded to Sporting Kansas City - Why this move is bigger than $50k - What to expect from offseason mechanisms - Could Argentina come to Austin this summer? - No more wait list for season tickets - Over/Under Predictions Revisited w/ Scott Specht - Join the Patreon - Free parking at A...

Landon Donovan, Cobi Jones, and Brad Guzan come together for a comprehensive dive into the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the draw. Landon dives into the big storylines around Mexico, Germany, Spain, and Portugal, while Cobi jumps in on Canada’s opener, Japan’s chances, and England’s path. Brad brings a goalkeeper’s view on Brazil, Belgium, Argentina, and more. Throughout, they highlight the stars to watch, circle can’t-miss matchups, and throw out bold darkhorse picks. Can Morocco mirror their run in Qatar? How will Argentina and Portugal handle Messi and Ronaldo, respectively. The crew also comes together for a full deep dive on Group D, sizing up the USMNT’s road through Paraguay, Australia, and the UEFA playoff winner before picking every their champion, Golden Ball & Golden Boot winners. Intro (0:00) Group A (2:46) Group B (7:22) Group C (12:38) Group D: USA tops group? (19:03) Group E (33:33) Group F (37:52) Group G (41:17) Group H (44:39) Group I (48:00) Group J (52:34) Group K (5623:) Group L (59:18) Way-Too-Early World Cup Champion Picks (61:47) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros give their live reaction to the World Cup Draw. The boys break down the USMNT’s group, assess the tournament’s main contenders, and weigh in on who is primed for a deep run. They also reveal their dark horses and make their prediction for who will lift the 2026 World Cup.

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.

On this special episode, U.S. Soccer legends Alexi Lalas, Landon Donovan, Stu Holden & Cobi Jones preview the upcoming FIFA World Cup™ 2026 Final Draw from every angle. The guys take you through the latest outlook surrounding this USMNT, including a potential Group of Death and how far can this team realistically go next summer. Alexi, Stu, Landon & Cobi also preview the world's biggest teams & their stars including Messi's Argentina, Ronaldo's Portugal & Harry Kane's England & much more. We also walk you through what to expect from the largest draw in history and what to watch for on Friday from Washington D.C. From the UEFA & Intercontinental playoffs, to everything else in between, we have you covered. Make sure to tune into the draw LIVE on FOX on December 5th starting at 11:30 AM EST. Intro (0:00)USMNT Outlook: What can we expect from Pochettino's squad? (1:38)How does the expanded FIFA World Cup™ 2026 Draw work? (31:41)CONMEBOL: Argentina, Colombia, Brazil & more (39:06)UEFA: Spain, France, England & More (46:00)Rest of the World: Can Mexico make a run? (65:38)Tales from the Draw: Did they make a mistake in 1994? (71:55)USMNT Group of Death (80:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Argentina’s national team is on top of the world after a World Cup and Copa América titles. Yet at home, many fans feel their own leagues no longer look hone

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. Co-hosts Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper deep dive into the extraordinary story of Imre Hirschl, the Hungarian who took South American football by storm. In this first part of a two-part series we hear the story of Hirschl's early life, his emigration to South America, and his unexpected rise to coaching fame in Argentina. From starting as a salami salesman to becoming the mastermind behind Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata's success, Hirschl's tale is one of perseverance, innovation, and tactical genius. Tune in to discover the myths, challenges, and triumphs of this unlikely football legend who redefined the game during the early 20th century. 00:00 The Unlikely Beginnings of a Coaching Legend 03:46 The Hungarian Influence on South American Football 07:59 Unraveling the Myths and Realities 09:40 A Journey Through War and Immigration 16:29 The Butcher Turned Football Visionary 21:55 The Mystery of Hirschl's Football Career 24:38 Meeting Béla Guttmann and the Next Chapter 26:21 Hirschl's Coaching Journey Begins 28:14 Tactical Innovations and Success 30:21 Challenges and Triumphs in Argentina 31:14 Early Coaching Stint in Brazil 32:42 Struggles and Determination 42:21 Hirschl's Coaching Philosophy 46:48 Building a Winning Team 49:32 Conclusion and Future Prospects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down Folarin Balogun’s game-changing heroics for Monaco as he makes an instant impression on new manager Sébastien Pocognoli. With Christian Pulisic and Malik Tillman nursing injuries, could the USMNT be forced into reshuffling plans for the November camp? The guys look ahead to a packed Champions League week featuring American talent - and which games Mauricio Pochettino should have circled. Then the crew discusses MLS Decision Day fallout and debate who’s built for a playoff run before handing out the Call It What You Want MLS 2025 Awards and revealing their Teams of the Season (spoiler: Jimmy might’ve gone rogue). Plus, Josh Brunais, captain of the U.S. Men’s Cerebral Palsy National Team, joins the crew fresh off of leading the Stars and Stripes to Copa America glory over Argentina! 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

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.

Roma Star, Soulé Shuts Down Italy Call Up for Argentina Dream AS Roma star player, Matías Soulé, reveals that although his grateful for the Italian national team approach, his dream is still to play for Argentina. Having a dual citizenship allows the Argentinian to also wear the Gli Azzurri’s jersey, but it looks like he […] The post Roma Star, Soulé Shuts Down Italy Call Up for Argentina Dream appeared first on 1000Goals.com: Football Betting, Highlights, and More - Your Ultimate Destination for Exciting Football Action.

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.

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.

Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Felipe Cardenas and Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss one of the great forgotten sides of the last three decades - the Colombia team of the early 90s. Led by Carlos Valderrama and sprinkled with the antics of goalkeeper Rene Higuita, Colombia captured the affections of many neutrals at Italia 90 and an iconic 5-0 win in Argentina saw them installed amongst the favourites for USA 94. Amid the backdrop of death threats from the cartels, a side featuring Asprilla and Rincon were eliminated early with Andres Escobar tragically murdered 10 days after scoring a crucial own goal. Not the only Escobar in this remarkable story. Produced by Charlie Jones and Lucy Oliva. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: The best hamburger in Atlanta and Duncan’s quiz question (02.30) • PART 1b: Big Colombian football anniversaries (07.30) • PART 2: The birth of toque toque (15.30) • PART 3: Colombia at Italia 90 and the 5-0 win in Argentina (26.00) • PART 4: USA 94 and the murder of Andres Escobar (40.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On Friday's Football Daily, Phillip Egan brings you news Chiedozie Ogbene's new perspective on life after his long-term injury, plus Paddy McCarthy believes that this Ireland group are on the cusp of something special. Stephen Kelly says be careful what you wish for when it comes to saying goodbye Daniel Levy. Andy Robertson wants the Scots to go for it. Wales triumph the Kazakh test. Venezuela miss out on automatic qualification, but Paraguay qualify. And an emotional night in Buenos Aires as Leo Messi says goodbye. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

On Thursday's Football Daily, Phillip Egan brings you the latest from the Irish camp as Ryan Manning explains how he has found his free-kick sweet spot, whilst John O'Shea is pleased with the Gian Pero Gasperini influence on Evan Ferguson at AS Roma. Manning pays tribute to the late great Ollie Horgan. O'Shea is planning for the Dominik Szoboszlai influence. Wales face Kazakh test. England's Elliot Anderson on the fallout between Evangelos Marinakis and Nuno Espirito Santo. And is the last time Leo Messi plays an competitive game in Argentina? Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week co-hosts Rob Draper and Jonathan Wilson delve into the life of OrestesCorbatta, a legendary Argentine footballer whose story combines brilliance and tragedy. Known for his dazzling dribbling skills and audacious playstyle, Corbatta played a crucial role in Argentina's 1957 Campeonato Sudamericano win. However, despite his football genius, Corbatta's life was marred by alcoholism and personal struggles. The episode explores his rise from a rural town to becoming a national icon, his struggles with illiteracy, and the personal traumas that impacted his career. Draper and Wilson also discuss the broader significance of Corbatta's style in the context of Argentine football, drawing parallels to legends like Maradona and Messi. Join us as we remember the poetic yet tragic life of Omar Orestes Corbatta, a player whose legacy continues to influence Argentine football today. 00:00 Introduction 01:31 The Significance of the 1957 Campeonato Sudamericano 04:39 The Evolution of Argentinian Football 09:34 The Five Simbas and Their Impact 16:08 The Role of Radio in Argentinian Football Culture 19:31 The Decline and Shift in Argentinian Football 23:42 The Duality of Argentinian Football: Beauty and Cynicism 26:15 The Tragic Figure of Coba 27:25 Early Life and Struggles 29:49 Rise to Fame and Personal Challenges 33:50 The Decline Begins 38:46 Final Years and Legacy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carlo Ancelotti steps into the Brazil hot seat with the job of lifting the Samba Boys from their current crisis and making them challengers for...

It is Gary's turn to change one moment in tournament history and run us through the consequences. This time it is the Dutch penalty against Scotland - slightly soft and against the run of play - that is removed from time. Could Ally's Army actually march far? Would Scottish football fans ever be allowed to be optimistic about anything ever again? Have a listen and let us know what you think! If you want weekly exclusive bonus shows, want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier or just want to support the podcast, then head over to patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi Lalas, David Mosse, and special guest JP Dellacamera break down a thrilling Women’s Euros semifinal round, as England escapes Italy in extra time and Spain edges Germany behind Aitana Bonmatí’s heroics. The final is set: England vs. Spain, this Sunday on FOX. The crew also recaps the latest from the Women’s Copa América, with Argentina and Brazil through to the semifinals and Colombia close behind. Then it's on to the latest U.S. transfer buzz, including Weston McKennie potentially joining Atlético Madrid, Matt Turner’s Lyon move falling apart, and Josh Sargent turning down Wolfsburg.JP Dellacamera — the godfather of American soccer broadcasting — reflects on his legendary career, calling 17 FIFA World Cups, breaking into the booth in the 1980s, and helping shape the voice of the sport in the United States.To wrap the show, Alexi and Mosse take on a listener question: how would the USMNT fare at the 2026 World Cup if teams could only select players from their domestic leagues? And finally, they weigh in on Messi skipping the MLS All-Star Game. Intro (0:00)UEFA Women’s Euros 2025 Final Set (5:59)Argentina & Brazil Advance to Copa Semis (16:32)Godfather of Soccer Broadcasting Speaks on His Career (18:49)“We Are A Soccer Nation” (34:00)What if World Cup teams could only select players from their domestic league? (43:15)USMNT Transfer News: Matt Turner’s Deal Falling Apart (47:35)Messi Skips MLS All-Star Game (55:37) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Monday's Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you all the latest as Evan Ferguson completes a move away from Brighton to Roma. Hugo Ekitike moves a step closer to Liverpool. Marcus Rashford will be a Culé. Joey O'Brien happy to welcome Jack Henry-Francis. Bring on Qarabag. Victor Boniface describes what it is like to get an eye-watering move from Saudi Arabia. And away fans are back in Argentina. Become a member and subscribe at offtheball.com/join

England didn't have the best squad of the 1998 World Cup. Not even in the top four. And yet, it isn't always that simple. Martyn lays out his case to Rob that this was an underrated lost opportunity for England and it had nothing to do with the Argentina game. And we also missed out on one of the best World Cup semi-finals of all time. If you want weekly exclusive bonus shows, want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier or just want to support the podcast, then head over to patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Each Behind the Shield Community Hero is honored for their dedication to improving the health and wellness of their community. Brittany Blue will be featured on the Sounders website and was honored recently at a Sounders FC home match and met her Behind the Shield player, forward Pedro de la Vega, after the game. Brittany is Chief Marketing and Philanthropy Officer at Sound Generations, where she has dedicated more than 16 years to building relationships and community connections to ens...

James discusses key moments from the final Group games at The Club World Cup and looks ahead to the upcoming last 16 ties. There's a focus on Manchester City and their fluidity in last night's victory over Juventus, why Chelsea will fancy their chances in the competition now, the disappointment for the Argentinian sides and why on reflection we probably should have expected their neighbours from Brazil to out perform them. Today on Patreon: Nico's Corner (AT) and throughout the Week, The Forgotten Cups (IT+) For the full Planet FPL schedule this week, including our offering on Patreon view this post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/content-schedule-132057610 Want to become a member of our FPL community and support the Podcast? Join us on Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow James on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PlanetFPLPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Suj on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/sujanshah⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Clayton on Twitter/x: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/claytsAFC⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PlanetFPL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Like us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/planetfpl⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #ClubWorldCup #CWC #FIFA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the USMNT prepare for their quarterfinal matchup against Costa Rica, we discuss the elements of this team that we're most intrigued by. Can Freese really win the #1 job? Can Tim Ream reestablish himself as a starting CB for World Cup '26? Can Johnny Cardoso really play for Atletico Madrid but not the US' B-Team? Plus, we compare the transfer windows thus far for the Premier League's 3 leading title contenders - Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal. And finally, we analyze Brazil's standout Club World Cup as well as Argentina's disastrous one. ALSO: Head on over to Caught Offside Plus where we just released a really fun food-centric episode inspired by the hot and wild takes of Weston McKennie and Tim Weah. 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.

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week, Jonathan and Rob look into the tragic and fascinating latter years of Diego Maradona's professional football career during the 1990s. Jonathan and Rob explore Maradona's struggles with cocaine addiction, legal troubles, and numerous attempts to revive his career amidst a national crisis for Argentina's football team. From his return to his parents' hometown to his controversial time at the 1994 World Cup, follow Maradona's tumultuous journey as he battles to maintain his footballing legacy. Please rate, review, and recommend the podcast. 00:00 Introduction to Argentina's Turbulent Football History 00:33 Diego Maradona's Struggles and Return 01:09 Argentina's National Team Crisis 01:56 Maradona's Controversial Comeback 05:01 Challenges with Argentine Football Culture 10:38 Maradona's Legal and Personal Battles 16:56 Road to the 1994 World Cup 24:41 Maradona's Defense and Consequences 26:16 Public Reaction and Media Coverage 27:30 Argentinian Utopianism and Football 31:12 Maradona's Struggles and Ban 36:38 Attempted Comeback and Managerial Stints 38:16 Final Matches and Retirement 48:22 Legacy and Future Stories Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to It Was What It Was, the football history podcast. This week Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper bring a two-part special focussing on the decline of one of the greatest footballers ever, Diego Maradona. In part one, our co-hosts talk about Maradona's struggles with drug addiction, failed drug tests, and his eventual 15-month ban from football after a positive cocaine test in 1991. Despite these challenges, Maradona's impact on both the Napoli and Argentina national teams remained significant. Discover the infamous 5-0 defeat of Argentina by Colombia in 1993 and explore why the nation clamoured for Maradona's return to save their 1994 World Cup hopes. The episode provides a comprehensive look at Maradona's turbulent years leading up to his attempts at making a comeback. Join us on Friday for Part Two. 00:00 Introduction and Context 00:30 The Decline of Diego Maradona 02:01 The Infamous Argentina vs. Colombia Match 04:57 The Fallout and National Disgrace 10:48 Maradona's Cultural Significance 16:04 Maradona's Turbulent Life in Naples 23:51 Maradona's Decline and Struggles with Fitness 25:19 Cocaine Scandal and Legal Troubles 26:53 The Fake Penis Incident and Drug Test 30:53 Maradona's Radical Detox and Support System 34:17 Political Context and Maradona's Popularity 39:52 Return to Football and Move to Sevilla 44:04 Struggles in Sevilla and Final Decline 47:52 Personal Breakdown and Return to Roots Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Carlos Tevez is a player often overlooked when reminiscing about the greatest South Americans to play in the Premier League. But why? When he was at his peak, he devastated defences with trickery, Argentinian toughness, and goals that won his clubs countless trophies. His ex-teammate Wayne Rooney told us that Tevez “was his favourite strike partner”, while Joe Hart described him as “the catalyst who helped change the mentality of Manchester City”. Maybe Tevez is often forgotten because, along with the riches and skills, Tevez had a list of controversies that followed him around wherever he went. Whether it was his refusal to come off the bench in a key Champions League game, moving between rival clubs, or even the issues around who actually owned him, Carlos Tevez’s seven year stay in the Premier League was a white knuckle, rollercoaster ride. But despite all that - speak to most fans, and they’ll tell you they love him. This episode of Football Daily is hosted by football writer and Copa 90 presenter, Eugene Noble, and seeks to unravel the controversies of Carlos Tevez’s fascinating career, to show just how unique and brilliant a player he was. To understand his rags to riches story, Eugene takes us back to Argentina to see how the man was made. From growing up in a crime filled tower block to being discovered playing on the streets of Buenos Aires, we chart his move from Argentina to London when he stunned everyone to join West Ham. We’ll hear from his ex-teammate Bobby Zamora about culture clashes in the dressing room, and how they formed a partnership which led to the great escape. We’ll then explore his time at both Manchester clubs, delving into all the controversies, the goals and the trophies along the way, with Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart, and many others. The Carlos Tevez story is a thrilling one, offering unique insight, stories and first hand accounts on his career. And Tevez has still got it as well - in June 2025 he scored 4 goals in Soccer Aid at age 41. But do his controversies add to his myth? Or could he have achieved even higher heights if he was a bit better behaved? And is Tevez the most archetypal Argentinian player since Diego Maradona?

Football is often framed in terms of vertical and horizontal play – attacking “directly” upfield versus spreading the pitch wide. Yet between these axes lies an equally crucial but subtler dimension: diagonality. Diagonal passes, runs, and structures connect the vertical with the horizontal, unlocking angles that pure north-south or east-west approaches cannot. In geometric terms, […]

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We’re back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, Northern Super League, and Canadian national team chat.What a week it's been for the Whitecaps. They dominated Colorado Rapids to stay top of the MLS West, they gave themselves a great chance of advancing in the CONCACAF Champions Cup against Pumas, and news broke on Friday that a new, soccer-specific stadium to call their own was in the works. We delve into all the action on and off the pitch and hear from Whitecaps CEO Axel Schuster about the stadium news.We've two feature interviews for you this episode. First up is a chat with Vancouver Rise President Sinead King about getting the new team up and running in a new league, the challenges faced and those to come, and where her love of football came from.We also chat with Vancouver's Canadian women's national team hero Julia Grosso about being back in the city, her career, that gold winning penalty, and lots more. Plus we look at Canada's win over Argentina and the U17 women qualifying for this year's World Cup in Morocco.Music-wise The Bees Band feature in Wavelength with a song featuring the legend that was Stan Bowles, Camille Schmidt continues her residency as our Album of the Month, there's Britpop songs from Menswear and The Boo Radleys.Here’s the rundown for the main segments from the episode:01.29: Intro - rainy days, L1BC, US Open Cup13.50: Axel Schuster on Whitecaps new stadium plans27.00: A new Whitecaps stadium - the merits and pitfalls for a PNE plan53.40: Whitecaps impress in Colorado victory79.50: Sinead King interview111.30: CanWNT win against Argentina119.00: Julia Grosso interview135.00: Wavelength - The Bees Band - Somebody Give Me The Ball

Welcome back to It Was What It Was, and part two of our look at Cameroon’s extraordinary journey at the 1990 World Cup. With their stunning opening victory against defending champions Argentina and making history as the first African team to reach the quarter-finals, Cameroon’s story is one of resilience, brilliance, and pure football magic. Facing England in a gripping quarter-final showdown against stars like Paul Gascoigne and Gary Lineker, the Indomitable Lions captivated the world in one of the World Cup’s greatest underdog stories. If you enjoyed the podcast please hit subscribe to never miss an episode. 00:00 Introduction and Initial Setup 00:19 Chaos and Preparation for the World Cup 01:25 Cameroon's Opening Game Against Argentina 02:45 Diego Maradona's Challenges 04:56 Cameroon's Tactical Adjustments 07:35 FIFA's New Rules and Refereeing Challenges 11:35 Cameroon's Historic Victory Over Argentina 15:04 Advancing Through the Group Stage 20:41 Facing Colombia in the Knockout Stage 23:39 Cliffhanger: Preparing to Face England 24:32 England's Quarter-Final Prospects 25:25 Scouting Cameroon: Underestimations and Realities 27:32 Tunnel Tensions and Early Game Dynamics 29:37 Cameroon's Tactical Surprises 33:46 England's Tactical Adjustments 40:54 Cameroon's Legacy and African Football Challenges 50:07 Concluding Thoughts on Cameroon 1990 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest edition of Caught Offside, we begin to move on from the USMNT's disastrous week but not before reading some comments from the animals about toughness, heart and overreactions. And speaking of national teams in a state of crisis, we share our thoughts on Brazil's latest setback against Argentina and whether or not you can still pen the Selecao in as a tournament favorite. And finally, we dive into Trent Alexander-Arnold's expected departure from Liverpool. Are supporters right to feel betrayed? Or should they tip their cap to him for all he has helped the club achieve? If you're looking for even more Caught Offside content, our premium channel, Caught Offside Plus, is up and running! 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)! For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ where we have the Bingo t-shirts as well as our awesome new beannies! --- 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.

Jimbo is joined in the studio by Michael Cox, Charlie Eccleshare and Benji Lanyado as the international break ends and club football returns. Holders Argentina qualify for the World Cup with a scintillating display as they thrash Brazil 4-1. Hear why they might just be more exciting without Messi. Plus Natalie Gedra joins us to detail the crisis in Brazilian football right now. England are two for two under Thomas Tuchel. What’s the best solution for the Three Lions down the left-side? Right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold looks to be nearing a move from Liverpool to Real Madrid. What would he bring to Los Blancos? This weekend brings the most fun FA Cup quarter-final line-up in years. Does the meeting with Man City on Sunday represent one of the biggest games in Bournemouth’s history? Plus Arsenal’s dramatic comeback win over Real Madrid in the Women’s Champions League and Jean-Philippe Mateta’s comeback promo. We're asking you to fill out a quick survey about you and your podcast habits by going to theathletic.com/athletic/survey25. Three lucky entries will win £100 worth of Amazon vouchers too. Produced by Charlie Jones. RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Two wins out of two for Thomas Tuchel (03.00) • PART 2: Argentina 4-1 Brazil with Natalie Gedra (13.00) • PART 3a: Arsenal’s dramatic comeback against Real Madrid (33.00) • PART 3b: Trent Alexander-Arnold off to Madrid? (36.00) • PART 3c: FA Cup quarter-final preview (40.00) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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An exciting international window is upon us with CONCACAF and UEFA Nations League matches & CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. Alexi Lalas and David Mosse previewed USMNT’s match against Panama in the CONCACAF Nations League semifinal. Alexi unveiled his predictions for the starting lineup. Most of the players called up for Pochettino’s squad were in club action this weekend. Christian Pulisic helped AC Milan to a comeback win with his 15th goal of the season. Jedi Robinson and Fulham edged Tottenham and jumped up to 8th in the Premier League standings. Although Haji Wright will miss USMNT action, he recorded his first English soccer hat-trick with Coventry City. Back stateside, Messi was back on the pitch with Inter Miami scoring in back-to-back matches. However, he will be unavailable for Argentina’s CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying matches. The squad is set to take on Uruguay and Brazil. (5:16) To wrap the show, the guys discuss international kits, play-by-play announcing, and facing Niall Quinn from the Republic of Ireland. (39:53) USMNT vs Panama preview (5:16) USMNT Abroad recap (13:47) Newcastle celebrates in Carabao Cup Final (20:00) CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying: No Messi (30:31) UEFA Nations League (35:28) #AskAlexi (39:53) One for the Road: Facing Niall Quinn (48:41) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, we sit down with Deon from Nerdy Soccer Guy to have an open chat about The annual MLS Executives Survey from The Athletic! Tons of topics covered today, from Messi and the World Cup, to USL's D1 League, the Fall-Spring Calendar, and even Don Garber's Successor. Be sure to share your thoughts below! Recorded on: 3/6/25 #MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #ra...

On the latest edition of Caught Offside, we discuss PSG's Champions League victory at Anfield and Ousmane Dembele's emergence as a true superstar. Plus, we break out our telescopic lenses to try and determine if Julian Alvarez did in fact double tap the ball and we share our thoughts on Raphina's potential Ballon d'Or credentials. And finally, Poch has named his squad for the Nations League; we break down the ones who made it and the one who did not. By the way, we've got a really fun episode up on Caught Offside Plus where we go back and explain the history behind some of the most important drops to have ever appeared on the show. Just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com to sign up! And 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)! For all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ where we have the Bingo t-shirts as well as our awesome new beannies! --- 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.

Adam Hurrey is joined on the Adjudication Panel by Charlie Eccleshare and David Walker. On the agenda: the rare sound of a football crowd chuckling in unison, a definitive list of football’s acceptable “things-in-chief”, a deep dive into the nuances of Jude Bellingham’s La Liga dissent, some classic-style 96th-minute olé-ing from Argentina, Manchester City midfielders’ names in Northumbrian psych-folk, someone actually "whispering it quietly, but" and some supposedly frivolous footballing jargon of the 1970s. Meanwhile, the panel debate the threshold for a crowd chanting "we want [X number of goals]" and respond to a brunch cafe's "come and try us" plea. Adam's book, Extra Time Beckons, Penalties Loom: How to Use (and Abuse) The Language of Football, is OUT NOW: https://geni.us/ExtraTimeBeckons Visit nordvpn.com/cliches to get four extra months on a two-year plan with NordVPN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QKWHS: 'Beckham' documentary watchalong with Tom Craine (Fan Club Exclusive) Joining us for a watch-a-long and discussion of the recent Netflix documentary series 'Beckham' is comedian Tom Craine. Is he really an avid bee-keeper? Was it a sending off against Argentina? How good was he at snake on the Nokia? All the key points addressed.... Enjoy! Thanks for the continued support we genuinely couldn't make the show without you. Thanks, Chris, Josh and Michael xxx *This episode was first published to the fan club on October 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jonathan, Rob and Martyn sit down to round up the other stories from a remarkable World Cup. How Italy won, what happened to Spain and Argentina, did it lack a dominant individual performance and why it is impossible to have a tournament like it now. f you want to support the podcast or want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier then head over to patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How exactly did Messi step up as a leader to drive Argentina to World Cup glory? What has Arne Slot done to take Liverpool to the next level? What makes Brighton such a successful club? Gary is joined by World Cup winner Alexis Mac Allister who also reveals the best manager he’s ever worked with and how Mo Salah has got him spending more time in the gym. Get 30% off Hearth with the discount code "TRIF" at drinkhearth.com Sign up to The Rest Is Football newsletter at therestisfootball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on It Was What It Was, we're looking at one of football's most remarkable underdog stories. Jonathan Wilson and Rob Draper take us back to the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, where Nigeria’s “Dream Team” shocked the world and won men's gold - the first African team to win a senior global football tournament. From Kanu’s heroics, to dramatic comeback victories over Brazil and Argentina, they explore how this historic triumph cemented African football on the global stage - and inspired a new generation of players. If you’re enjoying the podcast, please hit subscribe to never miss an episode, and consider leaving us a five-star review to help others discover the show. Thank you for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the Spanish World Cup on the horizon and the Argentinian flag being raised in Port Stanley, fears were high that England may not even get to go. Trouble off the field - both historical and hypothetical - would shape the English game in the 1980s. In his brilliant new book 'Go To War: Football On The Brink In The '80s', Jon Spurling brings out both the light and shade of a turbulent decade for the national game. From trouble to tragedy and inflatables to fanzines, he sits down with Martyn to discuss the fan experience of the 1980s. Jon's book can be found here https://amzn.eu/d/c56EFo9 and all good bookshops. If you want to support the podcast or want your episodes without ads and a couple of days earlier then head over to patreon.com/NessunDormaPodcast where you can subscribe for only $3.99 a month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Thursday's OTB Breakfast Bite - a bitesize sampling of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. On this morning's show, none other than Paul Mescal joined us for a very special edition of You Had To Be There. Alan Quinlan assessed the Ireland team selection for tomorrow night's test with Argentina at the Aviva. And Gavin Cooney joined us to look ahead to the Republic of Ireland's Nations League clash with Finland. And it's there we take our Breakfast Bite, with Gavin saying the onus is on Ireland to start on the front foot. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join

Welcome to Wednesday's OTB Breakfast Bite - your bitesize sampling of this morning's Off The Ball Breakfast. This morning's show began with a look at this morning's papers, which includes the opprobrium thrown Robbie Keane's way after the FAI got the former Maccabi Tel Aviv manager in to present caps to the current Republic of Ireland squad. Elsewhere on this morning's show, we spoke to Argentina assistant coach Juan Martin Fernandez Lobbe ahead of Friday's test with Ireland. We also chat to former Leinster and Ireland hooker James Tracy. Plus, Nathan catches up with Ireland starlet Andrew Moran before Thursday's Nations League clash with Finland. Catch The Off The Ball Breakfast show LIVE weekday mornings from 7:30am or just search for Off The Ball Breakfast and get the podcast on the Off The Ball app. SUBSCRIBE at OffTheBall.com/join