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CEO of Team Haaland
January 28, 2022 00:46 - 1 hourThe FC crew analyze Erling Haaland's comments on his future after he sits down for an exclusive one-on-one with ESPN. Plus, Dusan Vlahovic and Adama Traore are reportedly close to joining their new clubs, Juventus and Barcelona, and Christian Pulisic opens up on the up and down year he's had. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls: Who Will Win the Africa Cup of Nations?
January 27, 2022 16:03 - 56 minutesGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are joined by Ed Dove to preview the Quarterfinals of the Africa Cup of Nations with pre-tournament favourties Ivory Coast and Nigeria already eliminated and ask who could go on to win? The guys also discuss Dusan Vlahovic’s imminent transfer to Juventus, Anthony Martial’s move to Sevilla & ask why John Terry is in trouble for his NFTs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Salah Sends Egypt Through
January 27, 2022 01:01 - 1 hourThe FC crew break down Egypt's win over Ivory Coast where Mohamed Salah scored the crucial winning penalty for his nation. Plus, a preview of the USMNT's chilly clash in Columbus against El Salvador, and reports surface of discontent boiling up at Chelsea underneath Thomas Tuchel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas Road to Qatar: Christian Pulisic Interview
January 26, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutesChristian Pulisic sits down with ESPN Global Correspondent Sam Borden to talk several topics including being the leader of the USMNT, the Nations League final, and the expectations of the national team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Man City's Trophy Priority
January 26, 2022 00:32 - 1 hourThe FC crew react to the news of 8 people dying in a stampede outside of a stadium due to poor security at the African Cup of Nations and discuss whether those security issues can be fixed. Plus, Sadio Mané sustains a head injury with Senegal, Liverpool continue to chase down Man City for the Premier League title, and Dusan Vlahovic is reportedly on the verge of making a major move to Juventus.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Caught Offside: Sargent Brooks Turner
January 25, 2022 16:15 - 57 minutesNo John Brooks? No Josh Sargent? Matt Turner potentially off to Arsenal? The boys share their thoughts on everything happening with the USMNT. PLUS, Chelsea top Spurs yet again, Watford sack a manager yet again and Roy Hodgson is a Premier League manager yet again. All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas: USMNT player with the most concerning form heading into WCQ?
January 25, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutesOn Monday's episode of Futbol Americas, Sebastian and Herculez are joined by Taylor Twellman to analyze Gregg Berhalter's 28-man roster for upcoming World Cup Qualifiers. Which player has the most concerning form heading into the international window? Next, the guys discuss the Mexican National Team in the segment "Tri" Questions. Is the report of Tata Martino contemplating stepping down, something, nothing or everything? Then El Salvador head coach Hugo Perez joins the show to preview La Sel...
Should Kane's Goal Have Stood?
January 25, 2022 01:19 - 1 hourThe FC crew are joined by Mark Clattenburg to analyze all the controversial moments from the Premier League this weekend, including whether Harry Kane's goal against Chelsea should have stood and if Liverpool should have had two goals chopped off. Plus, Anthony Martial reportedly joins Sevilla on loan and Dele Alli is linked with a move to Newcastle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls: Spurs' Silent Transfer Window
January 24, 2022 15:25 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look back at Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham and ask why Antonio Conte has waited so long during this January transfer window to improve Tottenham’s squad. The guys also discuss Real Madrid’s late comeback draw against Elche, Crystal Palace’s VAR complaints against Liverpool and why Dusan Vlahovic sat out of Fiorentina’s 1-1 draw against Cagliari. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spurs Fail to Bridge the Gap
January 24, 2022 00:36 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Chelsea's 2-0 win over Tottenham and break down a number of questionable refereeing decisions at Stamford Bridge. Meanwhile, Liverpool keep pace with Manchester City in the title race after a 3-1 win at Crystal Palace. Plus, Barcelona squeak by Alaves and Tunisia shock Nigeria in the Africa Cup of Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Man City Hearing Footsteps?
January 23, 2022 00:18 - 53 minutesThe FC crew discuss Manchester City's draw with Southampton and ask if Liverpool can catch them in the Premier League title race. After a dramatic 1-0 win over West Ham, are Manchester United showing signs of improvement under Ralf Rangnick? Meanwhile in Spain, are Atletico Madrid finally brushing off their championship hangover? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tough Times for Tuchel
January 22, 2022 00:48 - 55 minutesThe FC crew preview Sunday's massive clash between Chelsea and Tottenham and question if Romelu Lukaku can make an big impact on the match despite his poor run of form. Plus, the guys preview Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich's weekend fixtures and argue if Manchester United has the players to finish Top 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Introducing 'Football vs. Football' from Man in the Arena
January 21, 2022 14:48 - 31 minutesWhether you love him or hate him or are somehow completely indifferent, you’ve probably spent at least some of the last 20 years thinking about Tom Brady. Brady has altered friendships, families and communities. He’s changed the trajectory of careers and reputations, enabled fairy tale dreams to be both realized and dashed. 'Man In the Arena' is a new 10-part series from ESPN and Religion of Sports that looks at those two decades of Brady through the eyes of the fans and the haters, those in ...
Futbol Americas: Did Tata Martino make a mistake in El Tri call-ups?
January 21, 2022 13:00 - 50 minutesOn Thursday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez are joined by Mauricio Pedroza to discuss the Mexican National Team's roster call-up for the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers. De debate a series of topics in the segment "Tri" Questions. Later, the guys give their take on the transfer rumors regarding Matt Turner & Brenden Aaronson. Then we debut a new segment called "Get Lost". In this occasion, Herc and Sebi analyze what Matías Almeyda, Victor Manuel Vucetich and R...
Bad News Barca
January 21, 2022 02:05 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Barcelona's defeat to Athletic Club that sees them knocked out of the Cope Del Rey and then debate whether Barcelona should have told Ousmane Dembele that he needs to leave this January. Plus, Liverpool book their ticket to the Carabao Cup Final after beating Arsenal, and Real Madrid are rescued by unlikely heroes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls: Does Ronaldo Fit Rangnick's Man Utd System?
January 20, 2022 14:58 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are joined by Mark Ogden to discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's reaction to being substituted in Manchester United's 3-1 victory over Brentford. The guys also discuss Tottenham's late 3-2 turnaround victory over Leicester City, AC Milan's shock defeat to Spezia & Dortmund's surprise exit from the German Cup at the hands of St Pauli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Spurs Grab Late Wijn-ner
January 20, 2022 00:44 - 47 minutesThe FC crew discuss Tottenham's dramatic late winner over Leicester City thanks to two goals from unlikely hero Setven Bergwijn. Plus, Manchester United get back on track with a win over Brentford while Cristiano Ronaldo fumes at being subbed off in the match, and Atletico Madrid drop out of another competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas: Pedro Caixinha Exclusive Interview
January 19, 2022 13:00 - 18 minutesSantos Laguna head coach sits down with Herc to discuss his return to Liga MX. What's the perception of MLS and Liga MX in Europe and why isn't there more Mexican players playing across the pond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Caught Offside: Turf Wars
January 19, 2022 02:45 - 1 hourOn this week's pod, the boys go deep on the current crisis at Everton and discuss growing frustration at Chelsea. Plus, controversy over a North London Derby that didn't happen, some stunning results at AFCON and our all time favorite diving headers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuchel's Chelsea Turmoil
January 19, 2022 00:21 - 40 minutesThe FC crew discuss Chelsea dropping even more points in the Premier League after a draw to Brighton and dissect the difficult situation Thomas Tuchel now finds himself in at Chelsea. Plus, Romelu Lukaku's struggles at Chelsea continue, and the latest info on Ousmane Dembele and Kylian Mbappe's contract situations at their respective clubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas: Alphonso Davies' medical diagnosis affect Canada's WC hopes?
January 18, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutesOn Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez talk about Alphonso Davies being diagnosed with myocarditis. How will this affect Canada's World Cup hopes? The guys also discuss Mexico's implementation of fan registration for home games. Is this a good first step to abolishing the anti-gay chant? Later, Sebi and Herc discuss Chucky Lozano's brace vs. Bologna. Then, we analyze Ricardo Pepi's first start for FC Augsburg. Was he as bad as his “Kicker” rating suggeste...
Lewandowski the Best?
January 18, 2022 00:47 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Robert Lewandowski winning The Best FIFA Men's Player award `but notice some inconsistencies surrounding the Men's and Women's World XI. The Best FIFA Men's Coach Thomas Tuchel tries to find a solution for Romelu Lukaku and Chelsea's attacking woes. Plus, should Eden Hazard join Newcastle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls: Can Liverpool Catch Man City?
January 17, 2022 15:48 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are joined by Nedum Onuoha to discuss Manchester City's 1-0 victory against Chelsea and ask where Chelsea go from here and whether Liverpool have any hope of catching Man City in the title race. The guys also discuss Real Madrid's Spanish Supercopa victory, the postponed North London Derby and why Rafa Benitez was sacked at Everton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Madrid Scoop Up the Super Cup
January 16, 2022 23:50 - 59 minutesThe FC crew recap Real Madrid's emphatic victory over Athletic Club to win the Spanish Super Cup. Plus, Liverpool are back to their scoring ways in a win against Brentford, Leeds surprise at West Ham, and Rafa Benitez is sacked at Everton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Man City Tighten Title Grip
January 15, 2022 23:25 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Manchester City's 1-0 victory over Chelsea which sees their Premier League table lead extend to a wide 13 points. Plus, Philippe Coutinho makes a dream debut for Aston Villa by helping his team come back from two goals down against Manchester United, and the crew discusses the postponement of Sunday's North London Derby between Tottenham and Arsenal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Haaland Feeling the Pressure?
January 15, 2022 00:40 - 49 minutesThe FC crew dissect Erling Haaland's postgame comments, after scoring two goals against Freiburg, that Borussia Dortmund are pressuring him to make a decision about his future soon. Plus, the panel preview a crucial match between Man City and Chelsea for title hopes, and Manchester United face Aston Villa for the second time this week in a game that might be a must-win for Ralf Rangnick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas: Time for Sergiño Dest to leave Barça this window?
January 14, 2022 13:00 - 55 minutesOn Thursday’s episode of Futbol Americas, ESPN reporter Alex Pareja joins the show to discuss Sergiño Dest's current status at Barcelona after he was left off the Spanish Super Cup squad vs. Real Madrid. Time for Dest to leave the Catalan giants this transfer window? They also discuss Tecatito Corona's move to Sevilla and Diego Lainez interest from Serie A's Torino FC. Next, the guys analyze Jorge Rubalcava's debut goal with Pumas and whether the Mexican-American's case expose player developm...
What's Happened to Atleti?
January 14, 2022 00:41 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Atletico Madrid's two goal collapse against Athletic Club in the Spanish Super Cup semifinals, and question what's happened to Diego Simeone's once formidable side. Plus, Arsenal hang on to a 1st leg draw against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup semifinals, Barcelona offer reason to hope for a brighter future, and Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr. and Benzema are proving why they're the best attacking duo in Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls: How Real Madrid Are Getting Two Karim Benzemas This Season
January 13, 2022 15:43 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are joined by Sid Lowe following the Supercoppa semifinal Clasico between Real Madrid and Barcelona to discuss the role Karim Benzema has had this season for Real Madrid. The guys also discuss Paul Pogba’s future, Inter Milan’s victory in the Italian Super Cup final & Dusan Vlahovic’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Real Madrid Advance to Supercopa Final
January 13, 2022 13:11 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Real Madrid's extra time win over Barcelona in the Supercopa de España. Meanwhile, did VAR rob Tottenham in the Carabao Cup against Chelsea? Plus, the crew reacts to the bazaar referee situation in Mali's 1-0 win over Tunisia at the African Cup of Nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Caught Offside: Moral Victories
January 13, 2022 02:32 - 1 hourOn this week's pod, we wonder if Barcelona are capable of experiencing "moral victories" and examine the early stages of AFCON '21. Plus, Chelsea oust Spurs, McKennie's star rises and Guy Mowbray talks the magic of the cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas: Full Length Exclusive Interview With Ricardo Pepi
January 12, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutesHerculez Gomez and Mauricio Pedroza sit down with USMNT star striker Ricardo Pepi to talk about his move to the Bundesliga with FC Augsburg. Was it the right time to make the move with the World Cup on the horizon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Barcelona Building Blocks?
January 12, 2022 00:48 - 50 minutesThe FC crew debate if Barcelona can use the SuperCopa de España to build momentum under Xavi. Meanwhile, are Manchester United better off without Cristiano Ronaldo in Ralf Rangnick's squad? Plus, the team reacts to the African Cup of Nations results, including Nigeria's win over Mohamed Salah's Egypt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls Meets: Gael Clichy
January 11, 2022 17:00 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens are joined by former Arsenal & Manchester City defender Gael Clichy to look back on his career in football so far. Clichy talks to the guys about meeting Arsene Wenger, learning from the Invincibles, Sergio Aguero’s heroics in 2012 & his ambitions to be a manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Futbol Americas: FC Augsburg the right fit for Ricardo Pepi's development?
January 11, 2022 13:00 - 1 hourOn Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez analyze Ricardo Pepi's debut in Bundesliga. Is FC Augsburg the right fit for Ricardo Pepi's development? The guys also discuss Chelsea's reported interest in Sergiño Dest. Is it the right move for the Barcelona fullback? Then, we recap the weekend action in Liga MX with the segment, 'The Good, The Bad and The Ugly'. Is Chivas for real? Is Santiago Solari feeling the pressure? Finally, Herc sits down with Santos Lagun...
Man United Rangnick Rebound?
January 11, 2022 00:50 - 56 minutesThe FC crew break down Manchester United's FA Cup win over Aston Villa and question if the team has actually improved under Ralf Rangnick. Plus, how will Federico Chiesa's torn ACL impact Italy's chances to qualify for the 2022 World Cup? And with the transfer window underway, will Dusan Vlahovic be joining Arsenal this transfer window? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gab and Juls: Mourinho at Fault for Roma's Loss?
January 10, 2022 15:12 - 1 hourDon Hutchison joins Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens to break down Juventus' comeback victory against Roma and ask whether Jose Mourinho was at fault for his side's 2nd-half collapse. Plus, they discuss Ferran Torres' move to Barcelona, Paul Pogba's delayed return from injury & the beginning of the Africa Cup of Nations.
Arsenal's Nottingham Knockout
January 10, 2022 01:08 - 1 hourThe FC crew break down Arsenal's shock defeat to Nottingham Forest in the 3rd round of the FA Cup, and also discuss how Liverpool and Tottenham survived FA Cup scares of their own. Plus, the panel debates whether the big teams like Real Madrid are getting favorable refereeing decisions in LaLiga.
World-class Vinicius Junior?
January 08, 2022 23:59 - 37 minutesThe FC crew discuss Real Madrid's impressive win over Valencia as Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema both bag a brace. In the Bundesliga, Borussia Dortmund come back from a 2-goal deficit to keep pressure on Bayern Munich in the title race. Plus, how much trouble are Newcastle in after their FA Cup upset?
Bayern Aren't So Glad To Be Bach
January 08, 2022 00:40 - 56 minutesThe FC crew break down Bayern Munich's 2-1 defeat at home to Borussia M'gladbach and question if the Bavarians are too far ahead for the loss to affect the title race. Plus, Gemma Soler joins the show to discuss Philippe Coutinho's loan to Aston Villa, what it means for Ferran Torres' Barcelona career and preview this weekend's LaLiga clashes.
Man United's Rangnick Revolt?
January 07, 2022 01:01 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss reports that Cristiano Ronaldo's future could be uncertain depending on Man United's manager choice and and that United's squad are losing belief in newly hired Ralf Rangnick. Also, the panel debates if Tottenham can raise their level enough to keep Antonio Conte from leaving, the potential move of Philippe Coutinho to Aston Villa, and review Juventus' come-from-behind draw against Napoli.
Gab and Juls: Should Conte Start a Spurs Shopping Spree?
January 06, 2022 14:27 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Chelsea’s 2-0 victory against Tottenham in the 1st leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final, and ask who Spurs need to get their campaign back on track. The guys also react to Romelu Lukaku’s apology video, Ed Woodward’s departure from Manchester United & Lorenzo Insigne’s move to Toronto FC.
Chelsea Bounce Back in Carabao Cup
January 06, 2022 00:55 - 59 minutesThe FC crew review Chelsea's dominant win over Tottenham in the first leg of the Carabao Cup Semifinal and discuss Antonio Conte's early impact at Tottenham. Meanwhile, Manchester United form hasn't improved under Ralf Rangnick, but will their slump cost them a spot in the top 4? Plus, the transfer talk heats up around Europe as Barcelona look to land Erling Haaland, Philippe Coutinho's future remains is in limbo and Kieran Trippier heads to Newcastle.
Are Chelsea in Crisis?
January 05, 2022 00:39 - 1 hourThe FC crew react to Romelu Lukakau issuing an apology to Chelsea fans for the now infamous interview he gave and debate whether this situation has pulled the Thomas Tuchel's side into a crisis. Plus, Manchester United continue to show the same signs of struggle under Rangnick that they had with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, and the panel asks the ref what to make of the weekend's most controversial decisions.
Gab and Juls: Did Tuchel Handle the Lukaku Situation Well?
January 04, 2022 16:25 - 1 hourGab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Chelsea’s 2-2 draw against Liverpool and break down why Romelu Lukaku wasn’t in Chelsea’s squad and whether Thomas Tuchel handled the situation well. The guys also discuss Manchester United’s 1-0 defeat against Wolves, Ferran Torres’ unveiling as a Barcelona player and why an Argentinian DJ is getting abuse for Lionel Messi testing positive for COVID.
Futbol Americas: Right time for Ricardo Pepi's transfer to FC Augsburg?
January 04, 2022 13:00 - 1 hourOn Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez Gomez and Mauricio Pedroza analyze Ricardo Pepi's move to FC Augsburg. Then, ESPN analyst Derek Rae joins the show to give insight on the Pepi transfer and what he should expect at FC Augsburg. Next, the guys talk about Daryl Dike's transfer to West Brom and Steve Cherundolo's appointment at LAFC. Later, the conversation centers around Christian Pulisic's performance vs. Liverpool. Will Romelu Lukaku's drama benefit Pulisic?
Caught Offside: Honoring the 22's
January 04, 2022 04:18 - 1 hourOn this week's pod, the boys discuss Arsenal's frustrating loss to the "champions elect" and Chelsea's thrilling draw with Liverpool. Plus, Pepi's off to Augsburg, Phil Jones returns to United and Emerson Royal gives Andrew Ben Simmons flashbacks.
No New Manager Bounce at United
January 04, 2022 00:28 - 56 minutesThe FC crew discuss Manchester United's poor performance against Wolves and dissect why United have dipped in form since Ralf Rangnick took charge. Plus, the panel questions whether Romelu Lukaku should have started against Liverpool, and debate whether Sadio Mane should have been sent off for an elbow against Chelsea.
Liverpool, Chelsea Share the Spoils
January 03, 2022 00:25 - 1 hourThe FC crew discuss Liverpool and Chelsea losing ground in the Premier League title race despite their thrilling 2-2 draw which saw Chelsea come back from two goals down. Plus, the panel debate Thomas Tuchel's decision to leave Romelu Lukaku out of Chelsea's squad, and also discuss Real Madrid's "holiday" performance to start the New Year.
New Year, Same VAR
January 01, 2022 22:44 - 53 minutesThe FC crew break down Man City's 2-1 victory over Arsenal and question if Ederson's challenge on Martin Ødegaard should have been a penalty. Plus the guys preview Real Madrid and Barcelona's weekend clashes, argue if Barcelona will be able to compete with such a depleted squad and discuss how Jurgen Klopp's absence will affect Sunday's Chelsea vs Liverpool match.