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Rog talks with Lindsey Horan about turning down a college scholarship to play professionally at Paris Saint-Germain right out of high school, 2019 being the most competitive World Cup ever, and the youth coach who laughed at her dream of playing for the U.S. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Summer is finally here for Tottenham. 'Twas a sad ending but there is much to be happy about. We talk about the game that never let us in it. Then we give a few reasons to be thankful for soccer this Summer (League of Nations, Gold Cup, USWMNT, U20 World Cup). And then we go down the Bonsai rabbithole to discuss Brad's interesting hobby. It's Summer here on Rooster and the Devil. Let's get weird.

The women's world cup kicks off on Friday! We have a special expert guest Meg Linehan who will be leading the podcast during the World Cup. Here, Meg walks us through the groups and gives her picks for a tournament that looks as wide open as any World Cup has been in a while. She's also got a few favorite underdogs and a few players to watch, and we've got stats! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSupport the show

The Women's World Cup kicks off on Friday and we talk about it. We also talk about the US Youth National team playing in the U-20 World Cup that managed to defeat the heavy favorited France. Plus we open up an incredible gift we received from the Portland Thorns/Timbers! Listen to find out what it is! Sponsored by The Cooligans Cap from Talisman Caps! Available online at onthevolleyapparel.com/cooligans. Use promo code COOLIGANS for 20% off your entire order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog talks with USWNT defender Crystal Dunn about race in football, how she experienced the 2015 World Cup after being the last player cut from the squad and her versatility as a player. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1: Liverpool 2-0 Spurs in the CL final (01m 10s)• PART 2a: Why was this such a bad final? (06m 30s) • PART 2b: The road ahead for Spurs (16m 30s) • PART 3: Penalties, hot coals and streakers (19m 40s)• PART 4: Nations League, Women’s World Cup - our Totally Football summer, only on Spotify, but still totally free (26m 00s) • PART 5: The odds with Paddy Power’s Lee Price (29m 00s)• PART 6: Sarri to Juve, Italian net-minders and model railways (30m 40s) LISTEN TO THE TOTALLY NATIONS LEAGUE SHOW:• only on Spotify - and still totally free (https://open.spotify.com/show/16ynB0aZGDSSLRJqDPtoMU) .GET IN TOUCH:• follow us on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• find us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/) • send us a tweet: @TheTotallyShow (http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow)CHARITY NEWS:• we’re working with CALM, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, who are dedicated to preventing male suicide. Head to the Calm Zone (https://www.thecalmzone.net/)PARISH NOTICES:• we’re sponsored by Paddy Power - home of the Money Back Special (http://www.paddypower.com/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog and Davo break down Liverpool's Champions League Final victory live from the Berklee Performance Center in Boston. Plus, the Battle in Baku between Chelsea and Arsenal and a Women's World Cup preview. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The last round of Ligue 1 matches saw Dijon take the play-off spot, with Caen going down after a 1-0 home loss to Bordeaux. Kris, Jez, Phil and Rich look back at that and pick out their team of the season. The U20 World Cup is on, and the Women's World Cup is coming up, so we will be covering both over the summer now the league is out of the way.

Matt Doyle joins us in studio for our 200th episode. This one is extra funny at no cost to the consumer. We discuss our amazing USWNT weekend hanging out with our besties, all 23 players on the US Women's National Team! Follow @mattdoyle76 on Twitter! Sponsored by SeatGeek: Download the SeatGeek app and use the promo code COOLIGANS for $10 off your first purchase! This was a really fun episode to record. We can't thank you enough listening and helping us get to 200 episodes! Shouts To Us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog talks with USWNT striker Alex Morgan about her childhood in Diamond Bar, California, her role as a cultural icon on and off the field, and how her battle for equality in women's football will affect her legacy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi and Mosse break down the USWNT's brand and mentality heading into the Women's World Cup in the State of the Union (4:42). Also, excitement surrounding promotion and relegation in Europe is explored in Mosse Makes the Case (18:10). Then, a special Women's World Cup edition of Ask Alexi (25:37) takes center stage. Finally, the U-20 World Cup, Dortmund's early business and the Champions League final headline The Back Three (43:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from New York City, Rog and Davo celebrate the Sixth Annual Night of the Golden Blazer with special guests Sam Darnold of the New York Jets, ESPN's Katie Nolan and, the evening's guest of honor, US Soccer Legend Megan Rapinoe. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Cooligans are solo today! No guests. Just straight-up soccer heat! We talk Wondo, getting nervous around famous comedians, and denying a clear MLS rivalry! We also do do everything in our power to get invited to Ali Krieger's wedding. Listen in! Sponsored by The Cooligans Cap from Talisman Caps! Available online at onthevolleyapparel.com/cooligans. Use promo code COOLIGANS for 20% off your entire order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog talks with USWNT legend and pioneer Briana Scurry about the 1999 World Cup Final penalty shoot, her role as change agent of the women's game and her legacy as an African American athlete. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rafa Honigstein, Emma Saunders and Daniel Storey join Iain Macintosh to relive the FA Cup final and assess City’s historic treble. Plus: Bayern wrap up the Bundesliga; Derby’s bar bill; and who will replace Max Allegri at Juventus? RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: City 6 - 0 Watford (01m 10s)• PART 1b: City’s place in the pantheon and is football broken? (04m 40s) • PART 2: An ode to Vincent Kompany (14m 00s) • PART 3a: Bayern wrap up the Bundesliga (22m 40s) • PART 3b: Where next for Gareth Bale? (27m 50s)• PART 3c: Max Allegri leaving Juventus - with James Horncastle (31m 40s) • PART 4a: The play off final and a £2800 bar bill (36m 20s)• PART 4b: AFC Fylde, Graham Potter and more (40m 00s)• PART 5: The odds with Paddy Power’s Lee Price (46m 10s)• PART 6a: Europa League final, U21 Euros, Nations League and Women’s World Cup news (47m 50s) • [**WE WON A BRITISH PODCAST AWARD!**](https://twitter.com/britpodawards/status/1130494388315021312)GET IN TOUCH: • [follow us on **Instagram**](https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• [find us on **Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/)• [send us a t**weet: @TheTotallyShow**](http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow)CHARITY NEWS: • we’re working with **CALM**, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, who are dedicated to preventing male suicide. [Head to the Calm Zone](https://www.thecalmzone.net/) PARISH NOTICES: •[we’re sponsored by** Paddy Power** - home of the Money Back Special](https://www.paddypower.com/bet) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexi and Mosse break down the Premier League's unmatched success in Europe this season in the State of the Union (6:22). Also, Neymar and Coutinho's big-money transfers are revisited in Mosse Makes the Case (21:58). Then, Zlatan pulling a Darth Vader, Lionel Messi's Copa America hopes and Mother's Day are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:14). Finally, the Bundesliga title race, final Premier League reactions and the USWNT's tune-up against South Africa headline The Back Three (41:41). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rog and Davo applaud Manchester City after sealing their second consecutive Premier League title, look ahead to an all-English Champions League Final and talk the USWNT ahead of France 2019. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi Lalas is joined by U.S. women's national team standout Crystal Dunn via phone, as she talks about her preferred playing position, mining her experience from the U-20 World Cup, the impact of playing overseas, how missing the cut for the 2015 Women's World Cup motivated her, what she feels is this USWNT's biggest weakness and much more. Catch it all on this special edition of Alexi Lalas' State of the Union! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we are joined by legendary soccer coach and journalist Glenn Crooks! Glenn coached the women's team at Rutgers for several years and even coached players like Carli Lloyd. He is now the announcer for the NYCFC radio broadcasts and is the host of the On Frame Podcast. We also bombard him with all the NYCFC questions we've ever had. Segment 1: Rideshare Allocation Money Segment 2: Interview w/ Glenn Crooks (@glenncrooks) Sponsored by The Cooligans Cap from Talisman Caps! Available online at onthevolleyapparel.com/cooligans. Use promo code COOLIGANS for 20% off your entire order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse break down the "soccer vs. football" debate in the State of the Union (4:49). Also, Barcelona's identity and philosophy are unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (16:09). Then, unwritten rules of the game, promotion/relegation in MLS and Alexi's dream EPL team are looked at in Ask Alexi (27:25). Finally, Manchester United coming up short, Dortmund's wasted Pulisic gem and the USWNT roster headline The Back Three (41:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Saturday, Rennes won the Coupe de France for the third time, their first since 1971, beating PSG on penalties after a 2-2 draw that saw them come from 2-0 down. Rich is purring as he, Kris and Phil look back at a highly enjoyable cup final, the implications for Europe, the rest of the Ligue 1 action, and PSG's continuing wibbles. Elsewhere, OL are through to the Women's Champions' League final after beating Chelsea 3-2 on aggregate, where they will face Barcelona who beat Bayern in their semi.

It's our birthdays and as a gift to ourselves, we interviewed Rose Lavelle of the Washington Spirit and USWNT! Rose is on her way to the World Cup this summer and joined us on the show to talk about it! Segment 1: USL Drama! Segment 2: (01:19:26) Interview w/ @LavelleRose of the USWNT & Washington Spirit Sponsored by SeatGeek: Download the SeatGeek app and use the promo code COOLIGANS for $10 off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse break down the 1999 World Cup-winning USWNT in the State of the Union (4:02). Also, the Premier League's power to sink plans for a European "super league" is unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (20:52). Then, rumors surrounding the Chicago Fire, MLS competing with the EPL and Alexi's favorite formation to play in are looked at in Ask Alexi (30:17). Finally, Der Klassiker, Carlos Vela and the Champions League all headline The Back Three (40:25). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse break down how MLS isn't suited for long-term projects in the State of the Union (3:11). Also, Bayern Munich's decision to become big spenders is unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (18:19). Then, Christian Pulisic's injury concerns, grading the USMNT and a question about time travel are looked at in Ask Alexi (30:01). Finally, the USWNT's return to action, Ole becoming official at Man U and MLS player mentality all headline The Back Three (43:14). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Matt Davies-Adams and Tom Williams for company to look ahead to Liverpool v Spurs and the inevitable farewell to Huddersfield. Plus bold predictions, pubic inflammation, and the dirtiest fixture in history RUNNING ORDER: • PART 1a: Happy birthday, MD-A and Steve Bull (01m 40s)• PART 1b: Liverpool v Spurs preview and Harry Kane to the NFL (02m 10s) • PART 1c: Fulham v City preview (10m 00s)• PART 2: Swistanbul and other Euro 2020 headlines (11m 30s) • PART 3a: Ole in at United (19m 50s)• PART 3b: Cardiff v Chelsea preview and Women’s Champion League news (24m 00s)• PART 3c: Arsenal v Newcastle preview (32m 30s) • PART 4a: The dirtiest fixture in football (36m 00s)• PART 4b: The rest of the PL weekend (40m 20s) • PART 4c: European round-up and best British players abroad (43m 00s) • PART 4d: Birthday 5-a-side teams redux (50m 40s)• PART 5: The odds with Paddy Power’s Lee Price (53m 00s)• PART 6: Exeunt omnes / The M40 derby (54m 40s) LIVE EVENT NEWS:• Join us for [**Totally Football Live in Leeds' City Varieties Music Hall on Mon 15 April**](https://www.cityvarieties.co.uk/Online/default.asp?BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::permalink=CVListings&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::context_id=)GET IN TOUCH: • [follow us on **Instagram**](https://www.instagram.com/totallyfootballshow/)• [find us on **Facebook**](https://www.facebook.com/thetotallyfootballshow/)• [send us a **tweet: @TheTotallyShow**](http://www.twitter.com/thetotallyshow)CHARITY NEWS: • we’re working with **CALM**, the Campaign Against Living Miserably, who are dedicated to preventing male suicide. [Head to the Calm Zone](https://www.thecalmzone.net/) PARISH NOTICES: • we’re sponsored by [**Paddy Power** - home of the Money Back Special](http://www.paddypower.com/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the international break, Kris, Jez and Phil look back over France's comprehensive wins in their first two Euro qualifiers against Moldova and Iceland, as well as the Women's Champions League and upcoming Coupe de la Ligue final and Ligue 1 fixtures.

Today, we are joined by a lot of goalkeepers! Formerly of the USWNT and Sky Blue FC, Jillian Loyden comes by with Maria Loyden and Tori Corsaro of The Keeper Institute to help school us about the art of goalkeeping at the professional level. Segment 1: Cuba is going to the Gold Cup and Dominican Republic is not. Segment 2: Interview w/ @TheKeeperInstitute Sponsors: SeatGeek - Download the SeatGeek app today and use the promo code "COOLIGANS" to get $10 off your first purchase. On The Volley Apparel - Go to onthevolleyapparel.com today and pick up our latest T-shirt. The PopoTee! Use promo code "COOLIGANS" for 20% off your entire order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Neil Ashton is joined by Martin Samuel of the Daily Mail, Steve Bates of the Sunday People and Jonathan Liew of The Independent to discuss all the latest football news. Sunday Supplement is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/sunday-supplement You can listen to Sunday Supplement on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Sunday Supplement". For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/football For advertising opportunities or to get in touch email: [email protected]

Rog and Davo recap a 2 - 0 Arsenal win over Manchester United with massive Top Four implications. Plus, a check on the title race and the USWNT's discrimination suit against U.S. Soccer. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi and Mosse react to the USWNT's lawsuit filed against USSF in the State of the Union (3:56). Also, Zinedine Zidane's return to Real Madrid is unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (19:30). Then, Atlanta United's slow start, a tournament idea for the USMNT, and Gianluigi Buffon's place in history are looked at in Ask Alexi (27:52). Finally, 2022 World Cup expansion, top storylines in England and Christian Pulisic's future all headline The Back Three (44:06). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse discuss the frustrating nature of the hand-ball rule and other rule changes in the State of the Union (2:28). Also, a study revealing Cristiano Ronaldo's calm under pressure is unpacked in Mosse Makes the Case (20:27). Then, Josh Sargent's recent time at Werder Bremen, the USMNT's progression and Man United's managerial future are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:30). Finally, concerns for the USWNT heading into the summer, the return of MLS and Champions League favorites all headline The Back Three (44:52). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi, Mosse and former USWNT star and current FOX Soccer analyst Aly Wagner discuss the FIFA Women's World Cup in a special edition of the State of the Union Podcast. Alexi breaks down what he's hyped about in his State of the Union (1:00). Then, Aly and the guys look at the importance of the SheBelieves Cup (4:59). Also, some challengers to the USWNT's crown are explored (8:57) along with the Ada Hegerberg saga (13:01). Finally, Carli Lloyd's role with the team (15:25) and a breakout star to watch are discussed (16:57). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we talk to Yael Averbuch of the Seattle Reign. Yael is also the president of the NWSL players union. We also talk CCL, Kepa, and of course we try to understand Robert Kraft and his strange life. Segment 1: We have died of CCL fever. Segment 2: (01:22:24) Interview with @yaelaverbuch of the Seattle Reign and Techne Futbol. Sponsored by: Fatventure - Go on the best NYC food tour with Cooligans co-host Alexis Guerreros at https://www.fatventuretour.com/ and use the promo code COOLIGANS for $15 off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Today we are joined by USWNT legend and Orlando Pride defender Ali Krieger! We spoke with her while we were at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Chicago and we had an absolute blast. Segment 1: Miggy has graduated from MLS and is about to get his masters degree in the Premiership. Segment 2: Interview with Ali Krieger (@AliKrieger) of the Orlando Pride and the US Women's National Team. Sponsor: Get Tix for the Project Goal Fundraiser hosted by The Cooligans at projectgoal.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Alexi and Mosse break down youth development in the State of the Union (3:43). Also, Marcelo Bielsa's legacy is examined in Mosse Makes the Case (18:26). Then, the Bundesliga's best player, MLS divisions, Alexi's hockey past are looked at in Ask Alexi (30:20). Finally, Tim Weah's start at Celtic, the USWNT and Tab Ramos' comments about American bias all headline The Back Three (37:44). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alexi and Mosse break down MLS's battle with Bundesliga for young talent in the State of the Union (3:29). Also, player power in the transfer market is examined in Mosse Makes the Case (18:39). Then, an ultimatum for the USMNT winning the World Cup, the MLS SuperDraft and fans pressuring front offices are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:34). Finally, Josef Martinez's extension with ATL, the USWNT's World Cup preparations and Harry Kane's injury all headline The Back Three (35:56). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we're joined by Melissa Ortiz who played on the Colombian Women's National Team and is currently an awesome soccer content creator. Melissa's story has some ups and downs and we talk about how she plans on staying all the way up going forward. Segment 1: We met AOC and fangirled like crazy. Segment 2: Interview w/ Melissa Ortiz (IG: @melissaortiz5) Support the show by joining the Gully Squad at soccercooligans.com/gullysquad and get your questions answered on the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

London is Blue is a soccer fancast created by Chelsea FC fans from America and covers all things Chelsea. Hosts are @BBBusbee, @DanDormer, @NickVerlaney & @RainierBlues. Contact Us Twitter: https://twitter.com/LondonBluePod Instagram: https://instagram.com/LondonBluePod Facebook: https://facebook.com/LondonBluePod Website: http://londonisbluepodcast.com Anchor: https://anchor.fm/londonbluepod This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/londonbluepod/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gary is joined by Tottenham Hotspur Ladies assistant coach and UEFA Pro License, Juan Carlos Amoros. The objective of this coaching corner is to align theory and practice. What are Juan's beliefs and philosophies and how are they implemented currently? We talk about playing styles, build-up, individual training, recruitment, and the importance of attitude and values inside a professional club. This Coaching Corner Series is part of the launch of Gary's new book, Modern Soccer Coach: Coaching YOUR 4-3-3. Designed to challenge coaches to create a tactical system that is uniquely aligned with their philosophy on how the game should be played. With lots of new ideas, on session design, exercises and tactical implementation, Gary shares his personal experiences in the game and discusses many different ways in which other coaches have inspired him to think about the game in a much deeper level. It's available now on modernsoccercoach.com/shop and Amazon.

Happy New Year and 'Lang May Yer Lum Reek', as we say in Scotland. We hope you've all had an enjoyable festive period and we want to wish you a happy and healthy 2019. Thanks for all your support of AFTN in 2018. We've a lot of new and exciting things planned for the coming year, so stay tuned! And what better way to kick of the new year than with the latest episode of the AFTN Soccer Show?! We sit down for a lengthy chat with former Canadian Women's national team player, and new Vancouver Whitecaps Super REX Elite Girls head coach Rhian Wilkinson to talk about her new role, the recent U17 World Cup in Uruguay, Canada's chances at this summer's Women's World Cup in France, the Ballon d'Or twerking controversy, and more. Plus we hear from FC Cincinnati head coach Alan Koch after last month's expansion draft, as he prepares for his side's first season in MLS, and we chat with Colorado Rapids Scottish winger Sam Nicholson about life in MLS so far, and what tempted him to leave the Scottish Premier League for the US at such an early stage of his career. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode:03.08: Rhian Wilkinson interview30.50: Wavelength - The Exiles - The One And Only Peter Beardsley36.44: Alan Koch audio and FC Cincinnati chat52.19: Sam Nicholson interview

Lauren and Amy are back again this week to discuss the recent Visa deal with UEFA to promote the women's game and build up to LFC Women's last 2 games of 2018! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rog and Davo recap one of the shock results of the season in Chelsea's defeat of Manchester City. Plus, Liverpool go top, Atlanta United win MLS Cup and the USWNT know their World Cup opponents. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alexi breaks down the challenges new USMNT manager Gregg Berhalter faces in the State of the Union (2:32). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (22:07) that FIFA's hands are tied when it comes to the VAR issue at the Women's World Cup. Then, the USMNT's January camp, soccer-specific stadiums and Mourinho's future at Man U are looked at in Ask Alexi (33:37). Finally, Atlanta United winning MLS Cup, the USWNT's group for the Women's World Cup and the Champions League's return all headline The Back Three (46:26). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dig out the Buckfast, it's Giro Day in Whitecapsland. Marc Dos Santos said he was planning on being "very active" in the MLS trade window and he was true to his word. We look over the moves made and discuss some that may be still to come, as the new 'Caps coach rebuilds the squad. Plus we hear a little bit from MLS Commissioner Don Garber's 'State of the League' address. Does he have a pop at the Whitecaps ownership? Judge for yourselves. We'll also look at what MLS midfielders and forwards are available from other clubs and who the 'Caps may want to take a look at. Plus we look back at the MLS Cup, continue our Whitecaps Year In Review with a look at May, June, and July, look at the draw for the 2019 Women's World Cup, plus lots more. Here's the full episode rundown of the main segments from the show:02.34: Whitecaps trade action and new additions29.20: Whitecaps roster building/MLS midfield and forward options49.14: Fish and Chips with Erik Hurtado52.03: MLS Cup Final chat57.29: Don Garber's State of the League address discussion80.27: Whitecaps Year In Review (Part Three - May to July)98.50: Wavelength - Lonely Tourist - The Ballad of Paul Tierney112.56: BC Soccerweb headlines - a look at some stories from around the football world

There wasn't a second leg to the Copa Libertadores final between Boca Grande and River Plate. Neither of the Mikes is an expert on South American football so we called in a ringer, Brenda Elsey (@policultura), a professor of history at Hofstra and specialist on South American sport and politics, as well as one of the hosts of the Burn It All Down podcast. Brenda helped walk us through how the final came to be called off, the problems of violence in men's soccer, the forces seeking to corporat...

Alexi and Mosse chat about the impact of fan violence and what "authentic" soccer culture is in the State of the Union (3:14). Also, Mosse Makes the Case (17:20) that Europe is enjoying a rare spell of parity, if only for a short while. Then, criteria for the next USMNT manager, Austin's identity in MLS and players with managerial potential are looked at in Ask Alexi (26:12). Finally, the USMNT and USWNT Players of the Year, the MLS Cup Playoffs and Champions League drama headline The Back Three (36:34). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a busy, and dramatic, couple of weeks, it's been a chance for everyone in Whitecapsland to catch their breath, and take time to reflect on the season past and the season yet to come. It also finally gives us the chance to kick off our AFTN awards season, and we're joined by Joe Deasy to kick this week's show off with a look at who we feel are Vancouver Whitecaps' Player and Young Player of the Year, and chat what we think are the 'Caps Goal, Game, Save, and Miss of the Year. After our excellent chat with new 'Caps coach Marc Dos Santos last week, we're excited about what lies ahead in Vancouver. He mentioned that he feels having some MLS experience in the squad is crucial, so we don our Armchair GM hat to look around the league and see what goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards that Dos Santos could realistically play for, and who and what we might have to give up in return. All this plus we sit down for an in-depth chat with Whitecaps defender Brett Levis about his season, his MLS journey so far, and what the future holds in store. Plus Canadian national team chat and Halftime Oranges are back for this week's Wavelength section. Here's the full episode rundown of the main segments from the show:03.05: AFTN awards season begins - Whitecaps Player, Young Player, Game, Goal, Save, and Miss of the Year27.56: Building a (realistic) MLS dream team - Goalkeepers and Defenders55.13: Building a (realistic MLS dream team - Midfielders and Forwards85.24: Brett Levis interview and Canadian 'Caps chat101.55: Canadian national team chat - Men and Women U17110.37: Wavelength - Halftime Oranges - Vinnie Jones113.32: BC Soccerweb headlines - a look at some stories from around the football world

Gary is joined by former Everton and Southampton 1st team assistant coach, Fran Alonso. Currently the head coach at University of Liverpool, Fran discusses the impact of Spanish culture on the English game, working alongside Ronald Koeman and Mauricio Pochettino, feedback for elite players, and match day for an assistant coach. They also discuss the growth of tactics in the women's game and Fran's role as Technical Director with Southampton Women's FC. This culture podcast is brought to you by WorldStrides Excel.