Chop Soccer
226 episodes - English - Latest episode: 30 days ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsHosted by Rox Fontaine and Ken Kimber. Chop Soccer covers (mostly) American soccer from the field, to the front office, and the streets.
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Episodes
The Flu Game
June 14, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 94.4 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: USL Super League & Peacock partnership US Soccer headed to trial Red Stars have record setting weekend at Wrigley Field Best selling MLS jerseys 2024 Christen Press returns to training
Clap it up
June 07, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: TST tournament is high key lit Vancouver fan files suit based on bait and switch claim Bruce Arena chatting shit re: Revs and Gio Reyna Crew lost the CCL final and bubble guts may be the blame Emma Hayes era of USWNT begins
Wop Wop Wop Wop
May 25, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: Tulsa Athletic suspended. Is this another team about to fold in the pyramid? Detroit City to build soccer specific stadium. Will they finally make it into MLS? Additional suspensions issued from NYCFC/Toronto fight. Any surprises? Jesse Marsch salty about USMNT job search and how he was treated. Water under the bridge or something that should be an ongoing concern? Brazil to host Womens World Cup 2027. You going? Two...
Fighting Words
May 15, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: Jesse Marsch is Canada’s New Head Coach. Is this a bad look if they give the USMNT the business? Fight after Toronto NYCFC game. Will we ever know what really happened? Eric Wynalda in altercation a youth soccer game. Does this reflect poorly on him or is this just wrong place wrong time? USMNT moving away from MLS. Is that a good thing leading up to the world cup? NWSL gets new ad deal. AT&T and Amazon Prime strike d...
You be getting out of here without giving takes
May 08, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 95.1 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: Tim Howard inducted in the National Soccer Hall of Fame. FIFA changing abroad rule by end of the year. How long before EL Clasico comes to the United States? MLS coming to Indy? Would it be a good location for a team? VISA issues abundant for fans coming to the world cup. Should restrictions be relaxed? MLS GO partners with US State soccer associations. Good for recreational soccer and growth? Apple discounts MLS Sea...
The leagues clearly have a type
April 24, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 96.9 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Apple finalizing deal with FIFA for TV rights on new tournament. Will this bring more viewers to AppleTV platform? Sergino Dest injury. Does this change the USAs Copa America chances? Sophia Smith breaks NWSL scoring record. Whats next for the potential GOAT? CBS Sports kicked off new NWSL deal this weekend. How does this change the viewing calculus of the league?
Do the politics
April 18, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 107 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: MLS to relax roster rules to help league grow. Good idea or not? Juventus ready to move on from Weston McKennie. Where should he go? Bruce Arena is floating his name for jobs. Will he coach in MLS again this season? USWNT wins SheBelieves Cup. Does this mean anything heading into the olympics this summer? Chicago Red Stars to play game at Wrigley Field this summer. Is this the flex that they think it is? Korbin Alber...
Creating connections to franchises
April 10, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 92.3 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer US Soccer breaks ground on the training center in Fayette County GA. What do you think about the extra stuff they’re building around the training center? MLS enters Opta top 10 strongest leagues in the world. Is this a sign of progress for American Soccer as a whole? NE Revolution to build a stadium in Boston area. What do you think made this happen? USWNT beats Japan in She Believes Cup. What are your impressions of th...
If Young Metro (Atlanta) dont trust you ...
April 03, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: MLS referee is over. Did PRO and PRSA get a good deal? Midge Purce tears ACL. Wheres the balance between games and rest for women players? USL to build a stadium in Metro Atlanta. Will atlanta be the new home of US Soccer? Canada to play in Copa America. Is this a good look coming up on the World Cup for Canada? Bay FC investing heavily to start their inaugural season. Is this a safe play? Disclaimer: The views and o...
This might offend my political connects
March 20, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.9 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: Angel City looking for new owners. Why are they looking to sell? Cincinnati reporter denied MLS credentials for insider knowledge about the team. Is this a good look for MLS? Brittany Mahomes accidentally drops location of NWSL Championship. Does KC deserve the championship game? New USNT jerseys for 2024. Which one do you like? Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed during this recording may or may not reflect ...
For the love of the game
February 26, 2024 13:00 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MBMLS uses replacement referees to start the season as strike continues. MLS supposed only bringing 8 teams to the US Open Cup. KC Current announces $50 per match parking at their new stadium. MLS Season Pass had 2m subscribers in 2023 according to the Sports Business Journal. USWNT beats DR in gold cup group play.
VPNNN
January 30, 2024 13:00 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBMLS Team valuations are at a all time high but none of the MLS teams make the top 30 in revenue. What does that say about the profitability of the MLS? MLS Kits and NWSL kits are leaked on EAFC 24 before their scheduled drops. Whose fault is this? The NWSL schedule is out and NWSL is launching their own streaming service. What are some of the games that you are looking forward to and will you get the NWSL plus app?
No Money in American Soccer
January 23, 2024 08:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer World Cup Final in Dallas, What does this say about the state of American Soccer? MLS referees to go on strike, Will Messi be calling his own fouls? Wrexham to livestream games for free in the USA, is there any money in streaming soccer that's not the English/German/Spanish top flights? DAZN to livestream women's football for free, Will people pay for women’s sports if it isn't free? Should the NWSL get rid of the draf...
Deepthroating the content
December 06, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 95 MBRox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer: Inter Miami Tickets season tickets sold out Suarez on his way to MLS Apple Paramount bundle and what that means for American soccer Serie A and CBS at stalemate over deal renewal Inter Miami cross branding 3rd kit with the Miami Dolphins Raheem Sterling dropping his own Clarks Wallabees The views and opinions expressed during this recording may or may not reflect the views of the sponsors of the content. They also d...
Have you ever been out of work longer than 68 days?
October 30, 2023 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBShort Corners | Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Messi’s new interactive experience Vlatko to Kansas City Current sign 10 year naming rights deal Carli Lloyd tired of the kneeling More Investment from NWSL stars in TGL Josef Martinez out of Miami
Who did Rox select as this years MLS Cup champion?
October 27, 2023 10:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MBInteresting or Nah | Ken and Rox discuss the top games from the past week and Ken asks Rox if these games were ‘Interesting or Nah’ If the MLS Playoffs started today, NWSL Playoff Picks
With the first pick in the USWNT Spades Draft Rox selects .......
October 26, 2023 10:00 - 47 minutes - 43.5 MBShoot or Pass | Ken picks 5 topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from the past week in soccer and asks Rox to ‘Shoot or Pass’ USWNT mural in Chicago / Spades Draft Beauty over Balling Sophia Bush and Ashlyn Harris are dating Tom Cruise over bromance with David Beckham 2023 Golden Boy List
What she's really salty about is the money | Short Corners
October 23, 2023 10:00 - 43 minutes - 40.3 MBShort Corners | Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Carli Lloyds Interview Who had more impact in MLS: Messi or Beckham Inter Miami China Tour Top 40 National Teams kit sponsors
Insecure was messy bro, I don't even know how we got here
October 20, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBInteresting or Nah | Ken and Rox discuss the top games from the past week and Ken asks Rox if these games were ‘Interesting or Nah’ If the MLS Playoffs started today, NWSL Playoff Picks, USMNT Friendlies Review
You weren't in the club singing 21 Questions?!
October 18, 2023 10:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBShoot or Pass | Ken picks topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from the past week in soccer and asks Rox to ‘Shoot or Pass’ Rolling Stones on Barca jerseys 50 cent sponsors a soccer team Kanye West attends Milan game for USMNT Taylor Swift's old soccer mom impression resurfaces
Interesting or Nah | Decision Day Previews
October 13, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 16.9 MBInteresting or Nah | Ken and Rox discuss the top games from the past week and Ken asks Rox if these games were ‘Interesting or Nah’ If the MLS Playoffs started today NWSL “Decision Day”
Shoot or Pass | Is Victoria Beckham really like that?
October 11, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBShoot or Pass | Ken picks 5 topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from the past week in soccer and asks Rox to ‘Shoot or Pass’ Ryan Reynolds kicking it with Taylor Swift and Hugh Jackman David Beckham Doc coming to Netflix Ciara talks knowing when it was time to leave Future David Beckham roasts Victoria Beckham about growing up rich Will Ferrell to launch comedy incubator
Short Corners | Every week we talk Messi and every week it gets messier
October 09, 2023 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28 MBShort Corners | Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Are Inter Miani deliberately hiding a Messi injury Apple teases new Messi doc to ½ billion fans Messi to play at renovated barcelona stadium in farewell game Messi to go on loan this winter Alex Morgan invests in TGL tour with Tiger Woods and co
Interesting or Nah | If the playoffs started today
October 06, 2023 10:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBInteresting or Nah | Ken and Rox discuss the top games from the past week and Ken asks Rox if these games were ‘Interesting or Nah’ If the MLS Playoffs started today NWSL Check In
You wanna know why your season ticket price went up?
September 29, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBIndividual Segments: Short Corners, Sauce or Toss, Interesting or Nah Short Corners | Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer EA FC underrates icon Another Inter Miami Star Studded Game Messi’s watch Adidas stealing Nike’s flow Sauce or Toss | Rox and Ken discuss pick an newly released item of clothing and rate the clothing on if they would wear it or not Nike x LV boots France Kit leak Barcelona x Patta Interesting or Nah | Ken and Rox discuss the top ...
Their Load Management
September 22, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBIndividual Segments: Short Corners, Interesting or Nah Short Corners | Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Atl trash talk after game Nike upcharging for logo’d kits Messi injury Turf saga Don Garber not getting involved in Messi injury scare Nike leads in EA Sports player sponsorships Interesting or Nah | Ken and Rox discuss the top games from the past week and Ken asks Rox if these games were ‘Interesting or Nah’ NWSL Playoff race MLS Playoff race ...
I was soft on Lionel Messi
September 15, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIndividual Segments: Short Corner, Shoot or Pass, Interesting or Nah Short Corners | 2:00 Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Messi’s new Miami Mansion Players refused to train after Arena firing Adidas to introduces larger logos on jerseys Taylor Swift fans bully player Yo Gotti flying econ You can still get tickets for Messi in ATL Interesting or Nah | 44:00 Ken and Rox discuss the top games from the past week and Ken asks Rox if these games were...
The Cable Plug
September 08, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBToday’s Segment: Short Corners, Shoot or Pass, Interesting or Nah Short Corners | 2:30 | Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer Charter Spectrum drops ESPN, USWNT’s Julie Ertz Announces Retirement From Soccer, Lionel Messi’s bodyguard does not play, Christian Pulisic Takes Swipe At Celebrities Showing Up To Watch Lionel Messi Shoot or Pass | 34:00 | Ken picks 5 topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from the past week in soccer and asks Rox to ‘Shoot...
My sports crush was Pinoe
September 01, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBToday’s Segments: Short Corners, Foul Play, Shoot or Pass, Interesting or Nah Short Corners | 2:15 - Rox and Ken discuss topics from the past week in the world of soccer CBS Goalazo premiers Kickin It Premier League tackles streaming WWC final most watched non USWNT final in history Shoot or Pass | 23:45 - Ken picks 5 topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from the past week of soccer and asks Rox to ‘Shoot or Pass’ DMC running for President on the Messi platform David Beckha...
What if the angle is? (Recorded before the WWC and League Cup Final)
August 20, 2023 10:30 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBMAIN SEGMENTS - Short Corner, Sauce or Toss, Foul Play, Shoot or Pass, Interesting or Nah Short Corners - Rox and Ken discuss cultural topics from the world of soccer from the past week in sports Chicago Red Stars pending sale Sauce or Toss - Rox and Ken discuss pick an newly released item of clothing and rate the clothing on if they would wear it or not BAPE x Inter Miami Kit Shoot or Pass - Ken picks 5 topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from the past week of sports and a...
And I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free(ish)
August 11, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBShort Corners [0:45] - Rox and Ken discuss cultural topics from the world of soccer from the past week in sports BAPE x Inter Miami, EA Sports FC Trailer, Tom Brady becomes minority owner in Birmingham City Foul Play [17:30] - Rox and Ken discuss a topic from the world of American soccer from the past week in sports and play the situation out as cultural referees World's shortest championship parade Shoot or Pass [23:00] - Ken picks 5 topics that he thinks Rox will be interested in from...
Back to our regularly scheduled programming
July 28, 2023 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBEPISODE 200 Short Corners: Jay Z Roc Nation and Serie A strategic partnership Shoot or Pass: How FIFA is losing money on Women's World Cup rights, Is Leagues Cup point model the way for the expanded World Cup?, PSG accused of holding players hostage, Paramount+ becomes main kit sponsor for Union Berlin, Roc Nation acquires Brazilian player representation agency TFM Interesting or Nah: Messi Leagues Cup Debut, MLS All Stars vs Arsenal, USWNT: 3-0 vs Vietnam & 1-1 vs Netherland
MLS: From Underdog to the Land of Valuable Soccer Franchises
June 22, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 8.53 MBIn the wild world of soccer, where European giants have long dominated the scene, a surprising shift in fortunes has emerged across the pond. A recent report has unveiled that the world's 50 most valuable soccer clubs boast a staggering total worth of $73 billion. But hold your breath, folks, because a whopping 18 MLS teams have made it onto that prestigious list, leaving the English Premier League trailing behind with a mere nine representatives. Who would have thought? Read More.
Paramount+ Raises Prices and Absorbs Showtime
June 21, 2023 10:00 - 8 minutes - 8.21 MBAs the streaming landscape continues to evolve, the battle for your binge-watching dollars intensifies. In the latest move, Paramount+ has announced a price hike of one dollar per month. But fear not, dear readers, they're also throwing in a tantalizing option that might just make you loosen those purse strings. Read More.
Did refusing to release internationals get Ezra Hendrickson fired?
May 08, 2023 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.87 MBEzra Hendrickson, the head coach of the Chicago Fire, was fired on Monday after just over a season. After being recruited in November 2021, Hendrickson, 51, finishes with a regular-season MLS record of 12-18-14. Rox and Ken discuss one of Ezra's last acts in charge: refusing the send some young players to the U-20 World Cup.
The Michele Kang OL Groupe saga explained
April 18, 2023 13:00 - 10 minutes - 9.74 MBThe Michele Kang OL Groupe saga are complicated. In a club statement, Lyon has denied a story from L'Équipe that their successful women's team will be purchased in its entirety by American entrepreneur Michele Kang but confirmed that their shares in NWSL's OL Reign are indeed up for sale. Rox and Ken speculate about the sale and what it says about valuations and investments in women's football.
Will the Bad Bunny sports agency move into the soccer space
April 17, 2023 13:00 - 8 minutes - 7.8 MBThe Bad Bunny sports agency is a real thing. According to Jon Heyman of the New York Post, Bad Bunny, together with executive Jonathan Miranda and CEO Noah Assad of Rimas Entertainment, has established the firm Rimas Sports. Rimas Sports is a division of the agency that represents him, Rimas. Rox and Ken discuss sports agencies and the MLS.
MLS Week 8 and NWSL Week 3 | Interesting or Nah
April 15, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBRox and Ken pick the three most competitive MLS Week 8 games and the two most competitive NWSL Week 3 games using the 538 club soccer predictions and give Draft Kings bettings odds before Ken asks Rox if these games are ‘Interesting or Nah’. This weeks games are: MLS Week 8 games Columbus (+100) vs New England (+270) NYCFC (-105) vs Nashville (+265) St. Louis (+140) vs FC Cincinatti (+180) LA galaxy (+170) vs LAFC (+135) NWSL Week 3 games OL Reign vs San Diego Wave NC Courage vs Wash...
MLS Week 8 and NWSL Week 3 | Interesting or Nah
April 15, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBRox and Ken pick the three most competitive MLS Week 8 games and the two most competitive NWSL Week 3 games using the 538 club soccer predictions and give Draft Kings bettings odds before Ken asks Rox if these games are ‘Interesting or Nah’. This weeks games are: MLS Week 8 games Columbus (+100) vs New England (+270) NYCFC (-105) vs Nashville (+265) St. Louis (+140) vs FC Cincinatti (+180) LA galaxy (+170) vs LAFC (+135) NWSL Week 3 games OL Reign vs San Diego Wave NC Courage vs Wash...
Bay Area NWSL expansion in 2024 apart of a greater plan for the league
April 10, 2023 13:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBCalifornia will receive the next major pro sports franchise, through the Bay Area NWSL expansion team, joining the returning Utah Royals in Salt Lake City as the league's 13th and 14th teams in the circuit according to an official announcement from the league. Brandi Chastain, Leslie Osborne, Danielle Slaton, and Aly Wagner, former members of the United States women's team, are bringing star power to the Bay Area NWSL expansion project along with large money from the international investment...
MLS Week 7 | Interesting or Nah
April 07, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MBRox and Ken pick the three most competitive MLS games and the two most competitive NWSL games using the 538 club soccer predictions and give Draft Kings bettings odds before Ken asks Rox if these games are ‘Interesting or Nah’.
New Kings League team in Brazil to be led by Neymar
April 04, 2023 13:00 - 8 minutes - 7.39 MBThe Kings League Final Four matchup, the largest in-person event ever hosted by a Twitch streamer, culminated with multiple shocking revelations that stunned fans and compelled them to keep watching the show in the true style. The biggest shock came from something Piqué had been hinting at for days: Neymar, a former teammate of his who is now playing for Paris Saint-Germain F.C., was joining the Kings League. Rox and Ken talk how Kings League is changing the landscape and if it would ever fl...
DAZN acquires international rights for 2023 NWSL season
April 03, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.91 MBThe non-exclusive broadcasting rights to the 2023 NWSL season have been purchased by DAZN Group, a global sports entertainment platform, in key markets like Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Japan, UK, France, Belgium, Portugal, Scandinavia (Norway, Denmark, Sweden), Brazil, and the Netherlands. Rox and Ken discuss what this means for viewers this season.
Interesting or Nah | MLS Week 6 and NWSL Week 2
March 30, 2023 13:00 - 17 minutes - 14 MBRox and Ken pick the three most competitive MLS games and the two most competitive NWSL games using the 538 club soccer predictions and give Draft Kings bettings odds before Ken asks Rox if these games are ‘Interesting or Nah’. This weeks games are: MLS Games New England (+110) v NYCFC (+235) St. Louis (-130) v Minnesota (+310) LA Galaxy (+110) v Seattle (+220) NWSL Games Kansas City v Portland Gotham v Reign
Inter Miami release The Cut with DeAndre Yedlin and Josef Martinez
March 08, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes - 6.05 MBThe Cut sits down with DeAndre Yedlin & Josef Martínez as they get new fresh cuts and chop it up about Martínez transition to Florida, his first season with Inter Miami, and all things life. Rox and Ken talk blackness as content vs. blackness in content, Apple and MLS benefiting from content like The Cut, and Josef performing in Miami.
MLS expansion to 30th team expected to come soon
March 06, 2023 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.07 MBDon Garber, the commissioner of MLS, believes that a 30th team and MLS expansion will be announced soon. Favorites to win the 30th MLS franchise are San Diego and Las Vegas. Rox and Ken discuss markets where MLS could land what how real estate prices limit the choices MLS has.
Fantasy Fridays | MLS Fantasy League week 2
March 03, 2023 09:00 - 10 minutes - 8.54 MBThe first round of MLS Fantasy was full of suspense. With the 2023 MLS Fantasy season well underway, Rox and Ken talk last weeks dream team and moves they're making heading into week 2.
Interesting or Nah | MLS Week 2
March 02, 2023 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBRox and Ken pick the 3 most competitive MLS games using the 538 club soccer predictions and give Draft Kings bettings odds before Ken asks Rox if these games are ‘Interesting or Nah’. This weeks games are: Chop Derby - Chicago v NYCFC St Louis v Charlotte Inter Miami v Philly Last week Rox went 2 wins 1 loss and 1 no contest.
New MLS playoff format for the 2023 season
March 01, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBThe Audi 2023 MLS Cup schedule were announced with a new MLS playoff format. Building on the popular single-elimination format, the new MLS playoff format will include two single-elimination Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Wild Card matches ahead of an improved Round One, which will now include a Best-of-3 series. Rox and Ken discuss the new MLS playoff format. Read More.
Fantasy Fridays | MLS Fantasy League and the first ever Chop Boys team
February 28, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 25 MBRox and Ken pick the first ever Chop Boys MLS Fantasy League team.