Episodes
Episode 50 - It's Like A Little Bit March
November 07, 2017 05:31 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss Santi Cazorla coming back, Moyes taking over West Ham, MLS playoff drama, & more. Before we get to our topics, make sure to check out the LADS podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/loud-americans-discussing-soccer/id1274276118 And you can follow the LADS podcast on twitter here: twitter.com/LADS_Podcast Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - More details about 'Global Nations League' (http://www.espnfc.us/blog/fifa/243/post/3251891/fi...
Episode 49 - I Don't Crave It, I Just Deserve It
October 31, 2017 02:55 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss MLS playoffs, Man United's historic homegrown streak, the proposed FIFA 'World League', and more. Before we get to our topics, make sure to check out the LADS podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/loud-americans-discussing-soccer/id1274276118 And you can follow the LADS podcast on twitter here: https://twitter.com/LADS_Podcast Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - MLS regular season first tie breaker is wins, not goal difference. Tho...
Episode 48 - New Dos Equis Guy
October 24, 2017 02:41 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBThe Knittel brothers are joined by their dad (Dave Sr) and Christian Sandler to discuss the Crew's potential move to Austin, Everton firing Ronald Koeman, Neymar breaking news at Messi's wedding and more. Stories and topics discussed this episode: Segment 1 - Crew SC need a new stadium in Columbus or may be moving to Austin, TX (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/10/17/crew-sc-exploring-new-columbus-stadium-or-potential-move-austin) - The Crew are also not offering refunds to season ticket ...
Episode 47 - Shakespeare In Love
October 18, 2017 04:34 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss the USMNT failure to qualify for the World Cup, the UEFA Nations League, no more extra time, and more. Links to topics and stories discussed in this episode: Segment 1 - Discussing USMNT's failure to qualify for the World Cup - Future USMNT (http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/projecting-the-usmnts-2022-world-cup-squad-who-joins/17a5ul4jad2ui11bgxs686k4uy) - Jermaine Jones rant (https://youtu.be/_zYLi0jPwFc) Segment 2 - FC Dallas not being penalized with 0-3 loss for ...
Episode 46 - Are You The Notary?
October 10, 2017 23:51 - 38 minutes - 35 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss important World Cup qualifiers, the Ballon d'Or 30-man list, Neymar wanting Barca out of the Champions League, and more. Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - USMNT discussion on Friday's qualifier - Argentina struggling to qualify for WC (http://www.espnfc.us/blog/marcotti-musings/62/post/3224624/argentina-world-cup-qualification-struggles-have-many-causes-france-vital-win-england-mess-with-formations) Segment 2 - Ballon D'or shortlist released...
Episode 45 - I Don't Trust This Process
October 06, 2017 00:21 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss the unrest in Catalonia's impact on FC Barcelona, Ancelotti leaving Bayern, Timo Werner struggling to cope in Turkey and more. Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Barcelona may be leaving La Liga (http://www.espnfc.us/barcelona/story/3216477/catalan-independence-make-barcelonas-la-liga-future-unknown-sports-minister) - Ancelotti leaves Bayern after the slow start and loss to PSG (http://www.espnfc.us/bayern-munich/story/3216617/psg-defeat-was-...
Episode 44 - My Mom Thinks I'm Cool
September 26, 2017 14:14 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBThe Knittel brothers are joined by Steve Bernasconi of The Soccer Tour to discuss proposed changes to the MLS playoffs, NASL's lawsuit, Tevez's comments about Chinese soccer and more. Stories & Topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Proposed changes to MLS Playoff structure (https://www.fourfourtwo.com/us/features/mls-playoff-format-rules-changes-single-elimination-2018-season) - NASL filed lawsuit to remain D2 (https://www.socceramerica.com/article/74978/nasl-files-federal-antitrust-...
Episode 43 - You Were Not Listening At All
September 20, 2017 00:15 - 44 minutes - 40.6 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss Toronto FC's historic season, Lukaku celebrating against Everton, trouble at PSG, and more. Stories & Topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Sunil Gulati has a challenger for US Soccer president in next year's elections (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soccer-insider/wp/2017/09/12/its-time-for-change-boston-attorney-will-challenge-sunil-gulati-for-u-s-soccer-presidency/?utm_term=.1dd1c7625d94) - Toronto FC greatest team in MLS history? (https://www.mls...
Episode 42 - WADA R You Doing?
September 13, 2017 06:16 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBWe discuss Delle Alli's one finger salute, La Liga's lack of drug testing, USMNT World Cup Qualification, and more. Links to topics/stories discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - EPL changing transfer deadline window (http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/41188235) - De Boer being fired after 4 matches (https://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2017/9/11/16288670/frank-de-boer-fired-crystal-palace) - Liverpool accused of tapping up Ox (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2732071-arsene-wenger-says-liverpoo...
Episode 41 - Econ 101
September 07, 2017 00:49 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBWe discuss the EPL cracking down on number choices, USMNT World Cup Qualifying, NASL getting relegated to Division 3, and more. Links to stories discussed this episode: Segment 1 - Renato Sanches can't wear #85 (https://twitter.com/swansofficial/status/903281468507598848) - Qatar will be first host country to debut at world cup since 1934 (https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6x70x5/qatars_elimination_from_2018_qualification_means/) - At what point, if ever, do clubs like Dortmund, Monac...
Episode 40 - OG
August 30, 2017 03:57 - 53 minutes - 49 MBDave and Christian discuss the MLS playoff schedule, the new Las Vegas soccer team's awful name, the Barca-PSG cold war and more. Links to stories discussed: Segment 1 - MLS playoff scheduling (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/08/23/audi-2017-mls-cup-playoffs-schedule-revealed-final-be-played-dec-9) - New Las Vegas team name (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZ5BQTiKtHE) - Villa getting called up to Spanish National team for WCQ & Viera performance in MLS (http://www.espnfc.us/new-york-cit...
Episode 39 - The Opposite Of 15
August 23, 2017 02:34 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBChristian and Dave discuss what is happening at FC Barcelona, the Serie A title race, transfer window sagas, and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Barcelona in trouble (http://www.espnfc.us/video/espn-fc-tv/86/video/3186389/barcelona-making-an-almighty-mess-of-transfers-messi) - Dembele's terrible behavior (https://www.si.com/soccer/2017/08/19/jurgen-klopp-said-be-angry-dortmund-rebel-ousmane-dembele-trashing-his-house) Segment 3 - First time in 32 years that all ...
Episode 38 - Kaka's Awkward Face Grab
August 17, 2017 00:59 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBDave & Matt discuss Klopp's managerial credentials, Cristiano's push of a referee, Carlos Vela to LAFC, and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Iranian players banned from national team duty for playing against Israeli opposition: https://www.si.com/soccer/2017/08/10/iran-bans-players-life-israel - Joey Barton criticizing Klopp: https://talksport.com/football/joey-barton-slams-liverpool-boss-jurgen-klopp-talksport-claiming-he-no-super-coach-and - Marcelo Bielsa best...
Episode 37 - The EPL Returns!
August 10, 2017 00:44 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss the CAS filing for promotion and relegation in the US, Neymar's farewell, predictions for the EPL season and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: Section 1: - CAS filing on pro/rel: https://www.socceramerica.com/article/74410/pro-rel-to-cas-the-hurdles-proponents-face.html?print Section 3: - Barca & Real Madrid release clauses: http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/ronaldo-messi-neymar-the-biggest-release-clauses-in-world/10brahxo6ku2y14yuus4lt1y83 - N...
Episode 36 - Rolling A Wrong
August 03, 2017 04:45 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBWe discuss the LA coaching hires, Coutinho rumors, changes in penalty shootouts, and more. Links to topics discussed on this episode: SEGMENT 1 - Neymar transfer timeline & some reddit responses: https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6r5mro/i_collected_some_of_the_early_posts_about_the/ - Union penalty argument: http://www.phillysoccerpage.net/2017/07/28/in-defense-of-roland-alberg/ - SF Deltas owner's asking fans to bring fans to game: https://medium.com/sfdeltas/sf-deltas-ceo-challenge-...
Episode 35 - Players Gonna Play
July 26, 2017 04:10 - 55 minutes - 51 MBDave and Christian discuss Chicharito's MLS worth, the MLS media rights proposal everyone is talking about, Neymar to PSG, and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: - El Salvador's antics vs the USMNT: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/jul/19/usa-el-salvador-report-biting-incident - Chicharito's MLS salary demands: https://twitter.com/TaylorTwellman/status/888100521453793282 - MLS media deal requiring pro/rel: http://www.espnfc.com/major-league-soccer/story/3164144/mls-re...
Episode 34 - Seeing Blue
July 18, 2017 04:10 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBDave and Christian discuss AC Milan's transfer window, USMNT Gold Cup strategy, and more. Links to stories discussed: - AC Milan transfer window: http://www.espnfc.com/story/3158816/ac-milan-announce-midfielder-lucas-biglia-as-ninth-summer-signing - Red Star Belgrade keeps losing promising talents for so cheap in today's market: http://www.espnfc.us/story/3159149/manchester-city-to-sign-brothers-luka-ivan-ilic-from-red-star-belgrade-sources - USMNT calling in stars for Gold Cup knockout: htt...
Episode 33 - If You Can't Beat 'em Buy 'em
July 13, 2017 01:04 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBWe discuss some high-profile transfers, VAR, crazy South African soccer club owners, and more. Links to articles discussed on this episode: -Paul Pogba had some comments recently about winning trophies. (http://www.esquire.co.uk/culture/longform/a15786/paul-pogba-interview/) -Rooney back to Everton (http://www.espnfc.us/everton/story/3155645/wayne-rooney-says-i-am-not-coming-to-a-retirement-home-at-everton) -Lukaku to United (http://www.espnfc.us/story/3155113/romelu-lukaku-signs-for-manches...
Quick 4th Of July Message
July 05, 2017 00:01 - 34 seconds - 529 KBNo new show, but we wanted to send a quick happy 4th of July message.
Episode 32 - They Took Yer Jobs
June 28, 2017 00:29 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBThe brothers discuss China's U-20s in the German league, loyalty in soccer, rescinded red cards and more. Links to stories discussed in this episode: - English FA bans sponsor deals with betting companies: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/jun/22/fa-announces-end-to-sponsorship-deals-with-betting-companies - China's U20's competing in German 4th division next season (this is not a typo): https://www.fourfourtwo.com/us/news/china-u20s-set-play-german-league - reddit discussion on loya...
Episode 31 - Dave's Big Work Day
June 22, 2017 00:46 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBThe brothers discuss Cristiano's potential move away from Madrid, new soccer rules, the Confederations Cup's future, and more. Links to topics discussed on this episode: - Cristiano may leave Madrid: http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/transfers/cristiano-ronaldo-real-madrid-transfer-news-wants-to-leave-spanish-tax-fraud-allegations-a7792826.html - Donnarumma may leave Milan: http://www.goal.com/en/news/8/main/2017/06/19/36462952/donnarumma-was-bullied-by-milan-raiola - Crotone's man...
Episode 30 - Grab The Game By The Waist
June 14, 2017 02:13 - 51 minutes - 47 MBThe brothers discuss the US men's national team's most recent world cup qualifiers, a legit pro/rel plan for America, Zlatan's future, and more. Links to topics discussed today: - USMNT WCQs vs T&T: https://www.si.com/planet-futbol/2017/06/08/usa-trinidad-tobago-world-cup-qualifying-usmnt-dempsey-pulisic-altidore-wood-goals-video and at Mexico: http://www.espnfc.us/united-states/story/3142057/bruce-arena-happy-to-see-us-execute-game-plan-against-mexico - First legit plan for pro/rel in Ameri...
Episode 29 - Sist-een Chapel
June 07, 2017 04:34 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBThe brothers discuss the Champions League Final, pay-per-win ticket prices, rest in international tournaments, and more. Links to topics discussed: - Champions League Final highlights: http://www.espnfc.us/video/champions-league-highlights/149/video/3138441/sights-and-sounds-reals-historic-triumph - Florentino Perez said Zidane can stay for life: http://www.skysports.com/football/news/11835/10903856/zinedine-zidane-can-stay-for-life-at-real-madrid-says-florentino-perez - Den Bosch in Netherl...
Episode 28 - YOU'RE NOT HEARING ME!
June 01, 2017 00:15 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBChristian and Dave are joined by Christian Sandler to discuss trophies vs. table places, German playoffs vs English playoffs, Beckham vs US Soccer legends and more. Links to topics discussed on the episode: - Would you rather finish higher in the table or win trophies? http://www.espnfc.us/english-premier-league/23/blog/post/3133657/champions-league-qualifiers-spurs-liverpool-city-or-united-the-big-winners - Wayne Rooney has won everything for United: https://twitter.com/LiamPaulCanning/stat...
Episode 27 - Auf Wiedersehen Legends
May 24, 2017 01:12 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBThe brothers discuss Zinedine Zidane's managerial career, Harry Kane's talents, out of shape EPL referees and more. Links to articles discussed on this show: - English FA will hand out bans for diving next season: http://www.thefa.com/home/news/2017/may/18/fa-to-punish-simulation-retrospectively-180517 - Pep thinks EPL refs are out of shape: http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/pep-guardiola-baffled-box-ticking-10461793 - The Bundesliga is getting its first female official next season...
Episode 26 - A Devil Gets Its Horns
May 17, 2017 05:10 - 42 minutes - 38.4 MBThe Knittel brothers discuss stadium homelessness, Jurgen Klopp's behavior, a new point scoring system and more. Links to topics discussed on this episode: - Tottenham leaving White Hart Lane: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2017/05/15/tottenham-waste-no-time-white-hart-lane-demolition-work-begins/ - West Ham's sad lap of honor: https://twitter.com/JamesPearceEcho/status/863774540106694657 - Europa League Final ticket allocation: http://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/613684/Mancheste...
Episode 25 - It's A Great Day For Canada... And, Therefore, The World
May 10, 2017 00:58 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Arsenal vs Man U, English Managers, the Philadelphia Union's Fresh Prince of Bel-Air remake and more. Links to articles discussed on this episode: - Arsenal vs Man United match from this weekend: http://www.espnfc.us/arsenal/story/3121488/arsenals-arsene-wenger-refuses-to-claim-personal-victory-against-jose-mourinho-after-win-over-manchester-united - EPL has never been won by an English manager: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_footballers_with_a_Premie...
Episode 24 - Managers Are People Too
May 04, 2017 00:53 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Pep Guardiola's value, Joey Barton's gambling suspension, issues in Italy and more. Links to articles discussed in the podcast: - Joey Barton's ban: http://www.joeybarton.com/betting-statement/ - Tax Fraud raids at Newcastle & West Ham: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/apr/26/newcastle-west-ham-raided-hmrc-tax-fraud-investigation-transfers-lee-charnley-arrested - Sully Muntari Racially abused and he gets punished: https://whatahowler.com/sulley-munt...
Episode 23 - The Lion's Doing The Thriller
April 25, 2017 05:04 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss this weekend's El Clasico, the Champions League & Europa League semi-finals, club crests, and more. Links to articles discussed in the podcast: - El Clasico review: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2017/04/23/real-madrid-vs-barcelona-el-clasico-watch-live-score-la-liga/ - Champions League and Europa League semi-final draws: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2017/04/21/champions-league-semi-final-draw-live-updates-real-madrid-latest/ and http://www.foxsp...
Episode 22 - Kook Kook Toodalla Dokie
April 20, 2017 02:07 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Romelu Lukaku, the best worst dive ever, goalkeeping howlers, and more. Links to articles discussed on this week's episode: - Prem title and champions league race heating up: http://www.espnfc.us/chelsea/story/3105524/chelseas-antonio-conte-takes-blame-for-manchester-united-loss-the-fault-is-mine - Lukaku called his shot: https://twitter.com/someevertonfan/status/853277514030075904 - In same week that Besiktas fans attacked Lyon supporters, Bastia fans attac...
Episode 21 - Eternal Glory
April 12, 2017 19:41 - 49 minutes - 45.8 MBDave and Matt discuss Ancelotti kissing Ribery, the CONCACAF World Cup bid, MLS' failure in the Champions League (again), and more. Links to articles discussed on this week's episode: - Brentford closed their academy to develop a B squad instead: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/apr/05/brentford-ditched-their-academy-premier-league-outcasts - Newcastle penalty confusion/controversy: https://streamable.com/ihfgp - Ancelotti's kiss for Ribery: https://twitter.com/iMiaSanMia/status/851...
Special Interview With Steve Bernasconi (The Soccer Tour)
April 08, 2017 18:08 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWe talk with Steve Bernasconi about his experiences thus far on his 20,000+ mile cross-country journey called The Soccer Tour. To learn more about Steve and The Soccer Tour visit http://thesoccertour.com/ and to help support the project visit https://www.patreon.com/TheSoccerTour.
Episode 20 - Marco... POLO!
April 05, 2017 01:32 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss World Cup allocations, morons, Celtic's potentially historic achievement and more. Links to articles discussed in this episode: • World Cup spot allocation for 48 team world cup: http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/39448474 • Aubameyang's masked goal celebration: http://www.espnfc.us/borussia-dortmund/story/3095011/borussia-dortmund-angered-by-pierre-emerick-aubameyangs-masked-celebration • Schweinsteiger question about winning WC with Chicago: https://whataho...
Episode 19 - You Gotta Stop Biting People & Rethink Your Life
March 30, 2017 03:45 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBDave, Christian, and Matt are joined by the first repeat guest, Christian Sandler, to discuss the USMNT matches, what the heck is going on in the Netherlands, Messi's suspension, and more.
Episode 18 - Banner Banter
March 22, 2017 02:21 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Arsenal's competing sky banners, the Man U banana incident, manager transfer windows, and more.
Episode 17 - Se Se Sergio
March 16, 2017 02:07 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Sergio Ramos' clutchness, Jozy vs Ale, Liga MX's ref strike, and more.
Episode 16 - Something Is Written Somewhere
March 09, 2017 02:10 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Luis Enrique's announcement, a future with no offside, players making fake online profiles, and more.
Episode 15 - Bros Talking Bees
March 01, 2017 07:08 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBDave, Christian, and Matt are joined by Ward to discuss Ranieri's firing, Russian hooligans, Olympique Lyon's bee farm, and more.
Episode 14 - The Crusade Against Ball Boys
February 21, 2017 21:34 - 55 minutes - 50.5 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss ball boy violence, unethical hair, avoiding vegetables and more.
Episode 13 - You Know What Happens When You Assume
February 15, 2017 04:47 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBDave, Christian, and Matt are joined by Matt Peluso to discuss time-wasting, Messi buying out his loud neighbors, a crazy Copa Libertadores travel story, and more.
Episode 12 - The Pork Exchange
February 08, 2017 02:39 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss fans live streaming matches, Fox's abysmal coverage of the Bundesliga, Sergio Ramos trading his jersey for pork, and more.
Episode 11 - Two Bros, One Pod
February 02, 2017 02:33 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBDave and Christian discuss CONCACAF splitting, Jose firing children, Steve Bruce's detective work, and more.
Episode 10 - Specialist In Championship
January 23, 2017 18:31 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBDave, Christian, and Matt are joined by Christian Sandler. They discuss the future of soccer journalism, the African Cup of Nations, the Dimitri Payet/Diego Costa situations, and more.
Episode 9 - Fans Can Be Idiots Sometimes
January 17, 2017 03:05 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBDave, Christian, and Matt are joined by special guest Casey. They discuss world cup expansion, real life fantasy soccer, and more.
Episode 8 - Brek Shea is Bae
January 10, 2017 02:27 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Chelsea's win streak, the UEFA team of the year, their favorite underrated players, and more.
Episode 7 - Winter Wonderland
January 02, 2017 19:01 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss loanees versus their parent clubs, winter breaks, our favorite Mexican players and more.
Episode 6 - Spending Into Bolivian
December 29, 2016 01:13 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Bob Bradley's firing, China's rise, soccer vs football, and more.
Episode 5 - Suit Yourself
December 20, 2016 01:02 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss players avoiding taxes, women's soccer development, manager outfits, and more.
Episode 4 - We Talking 'Bout Tactics?
December 13, 2016 01:25 - 48 minutes - 43.9 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss Messi vs Ronaldo, soccer compared to American sports, Atlanta United, and more.
Episode 3 - Take The Money When You Can
December 06, 2016 03:07 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBDave, Christian, and Matt discuss the NASL collapse, college soccer development, the transfer of young pros breaking through and more.