Soccer 101
176 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★★ - 793 ratingsAll the soccer history and explainers you can handle
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#21 Liverpool FC v AC Milan, 2005 Champions League Final
April 07, 2020 04:11 - 1 hourWe revisit and review the Miracle of Istanbul, paying special attention to tactical changes and some incredible individual performances. For your viewing pleasure: Lineups: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2005_UEFA_Champions_League_Final#Details Official UEFA Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OQToElxke4 Full match with commentary: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1ioas3 Full match without commentary (recommended): https://archive.org/details/UEFAChampionsLeagueFinal2005ACMil...
#20 USA v Spain, 2009 Confederations Cup semifinal
March 30, 2020 10:00 - 52 minutesDaryl and Joe Lowery review the USA's shock 2-0 win over Spain in the 2009 Confederations Cup semifinal, featuring a teenage Jozy Altidore, a 21-year-old Michael Bradley, Landon Donovan and Clint Dempsey in their primes, and a tactical masterplan from Bob Bradley. Goals here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z4IJRilChzo Full match here: https://footballia.net/matches/spain-united-states-confederations-cup (you'll need to sign in, but it's 100% free) This episode is sponsored by ExpressVPN....
#19 USA v Argentina, 1995 Copa America
March 24, 2020 03:00 - 33 minutesWe review the USA's incredible 3-0 win over Argentina at the 1995 Copa America, maybe the scrappiest upset win in US history. Here's video of the full match: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=th7DEe6DokE Here's just the goals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Qhl2xXXchE Today's show is sponsored by ExpressVPN. Go to http://expressvpn.com/soccer for three months free
#18 USA v Mexico, 2002 World Cup
March 16, 2020 04:38 - 46 minutesWe review the game that made Dos a Cero go mainstream. It's the USA's famous 2-0 win over Mexico at the 2002 World Cup. The context, the tactics, the players, the goals, the handball that wasn't called, and the famous Rafa Marquez meltdown. Some helpful links to augment your listening pleasure: USA v Mexico 2002, full match, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_OPPaDcu50M Just the goals/highlights, YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LDnPIq3c0Vc Oral History of the game, by Ar...
Bundesliga 50+1 rule — how it works, why it was needed, and how Red Bull beat it
December 01, 2019 00:11 - 34 minutes - 15.9 MBDaryl calls up Matt Hermann of the Talking Fussball podcast to get a full and thorough explanation of the 50+1 rule, including the story of how Red Bull found a loophole Talking Fussball website: https://www.talkingfussball.com/ This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#17 Bundesliga 50+1 rule — how it works, why it was needed, and how Red Bull beat it
December 01, 2019 00:11 - 35 minutesDaryl calls up Matt Hermann of the Talking Fussball podcast to get a full and thorough explanation of the 50+1 rule, including the story of how Red Bull found a loophole Talking Fussball website: https://www.talkingfussball.com/ This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#16 How many countries are in this country? — Why the UK has four football teams
November 28, 2019 02:25 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBDaryl explains why the United Kingdom is allowed to have four separate international teams — England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
How many countries are in this country? — Why the UK has four football teams
November 28, 2019 02:25 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBDaryl explains why the United Kingdom is allowed to have four separate international teams — England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#16 Why does the UK have four teams? Also: What is IFAB?
November 28, 2019 02:25 - 27 minutesDaryl explains why the United Kingdom is allowed to have four separate international teams — England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#15 Promotion/Relegation and how it could work in the United States
November 22, 2019 16:51 - 57 minutesWhat is promotion/relegation, why hasn't it been implemented in the United States, and could it be good for soccer in America? Plus, we reveal our plans for how Pro/Rel could be established in the US. No tinfoil needed! This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
Promotion/Relegation and how it could work in the United States
November 22, 2019 16:51 - 56 minutes - 26 MBWhat is promotion/relegation, why hasn't it been implemented in the United States, and could it be good for soccer in America? Plus, we reveal our plans for how Pro/Rel could be established in the US. No tinfoil needed! This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#14 Why does the League Cup exist? (and how to make it better)
November 22, 2019 04:56 - 25 minutesWe explain the origin of the English Football League Cup, and ponder the big questions like why does the League Cup exist, why doesn't anyone seem to care about it, and how could it be better? This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#13 History and meaning of the lines and markings on a football pitch
November 20, 2019 19:15 - 26 minutesWe take you all the way back to the 1800s to explain what football pitches used to look like and how they evolved into what we see today. This episode is sponsored ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#12 How Johan Cruyff changed soccer
November 15, 2019 21:40 - 42 minutesWe look at the life and career of Johan Cruyff, explaining the numerous ways he changed the way soccer is played. Today's show is sponsored by ExpressVPN. For three months free, go to http://expressvpn.co/soccer
#11 Strengths and weakness of different formations: 4-4-2, 4-3-3, 4-2-3-1, 3-5-2
November 12, 2019 17:00 - 35 minutesWe explain and analyze the strengths and weaknesses of some of the most commonly used formations in soccer. Today's sponsor is Away Days. Visit http://awaydaysfootball.com and use code 101 for 15% off.
#10 USMNT All-Time XI
November 07, 2019 22:47 - 1 hourWe look back at the history of the US Men's National Team and go position by position to decide the all-time best XI. Today's show is sponsored by ExpressVPN. Get three months free at http://expressvpn.com/soccer
#9 What is a Panenka? (and how to take one)
July 21, 2019 22:50 - 27 minutesWe explain the Panenka penalty, including the man that started it all, Antonin Panenka. We also explain how to take one, and what can go wrong. VIDEOS! The original, 1976 Antonin Panenka penalty for Czechoslovakia vs Germany in the 1976 European Championship final: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyNkQVAzQXU Andrea Pirlo vs England in the Euro 2012 quarterfinal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFgeIfVFl58 Gary Lineker vs Brazil in 1992: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S2-Nkc8-Kig SPONSOR...
#8 Parks and Recreation XI
July 21, 2019 13:20 - 57 minutesWe each select a starting XI of Parks and Rec characters, and explain why they make our team. This is a Total Soccer Show episode, and we'll soon add our other fictional XIs to the Soccer 101 feed. Hope you like The Simpsons and It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. This episode is sponsored by Sweetums, because they run this town. Our actual sponsor is Postmates. Download the iOS or Android app for free and then use code SOCCER for 100 USD of free delivery credit in your first seven days He...
#7 Why is Pele so famous?
July 21, 2019 13:00 - 38 minutesWe take a look at Pele's soccer career. Not in a "born in October 1940" kind of way (though he was) but more discussing the moves, the moments, and the attributes that made him such a global soccer icon. Soccer 101 is sponsored by Postmates. Download the iOS or Android app for free and then use code SOCCER for 100 USD of free delivery credit in your first seven days Here's the iTunes (now known as Apple Podcasts) link to Soccer 101: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccer-101/id1473757...
#6 How to watch a game for tactics
July 21, 2019 12:50 - 37 minutesWe are often asked how we break down and analyze soccer games. So here's an episode with Taylor and I explaining our method and offering tips on how to spot tactics and understand what's going on in a game. Soccer 101 is sponsored by Postmates. Download the iOS or Android app for free and then use code SOCCER for 100 USD of free delivery credit in your first seven days Here's the iTunes (now known as Apple Podcasts) link to Soccer 101: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccer-101/id147...
#5 Soccer vs Football: American vs British terminology
July 21, 2019 12:40 - 1 hourOn this classic episode from the Total Soccer Show archives, we get into the different terminologies that Americans and British people use. Here's the full list: 1. Soccer vs Football 2. Field vs Pitch 3. Uniform vs Kit 4. Cleats vs Boots 5. Shinguards vs Shinpads 6. Coach vs Manager 7. Grammar! Man Utd is vs Man Utd are 8. Outside back vs Fullback 9. Overtime vs Extratime 10. Shutout vs Clean sheet 11. Sideline vs Touchline Soccer 101 is sponsored by Postmates. Download the iOS or Android ...
#4 Skills special! Rabona, Trivela, Elastico, Sombrero explained
July 21, 2019 12:30 - 34 minutesWe explain four classic skill moves: Rabona Trivela Elastico Sombrero We discuss what it is, the most famous proponent, the etymology of each term, and how to pull it off VIDEOS! Jonathan Calleri scoring a RABONA for Boca Juniors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6eOj9f8hhg Ricardo Quaresma scoring TRIVELA goals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pEiEAXAtdoM Ronaldinho, king of the ELASTICO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjNIGztjVMM Ossie Ardiles SOMBRERO from the movie Victory: htt...
#3 Why is it called a derby? Plus: our six favorite derbies
July 21, 2019 12:20 - 43 minutesWe offer two explanations for why the term derby is used for a big soccer rivalry, then each offer up three of our favorite derbies. Worth noting, we don't talk El Clasico or the North London Derby or Superclasico or the Old Firm Derby because a) you've probably heard it all before and b) each deserves its own full episode. Derbies discussed: The Northwest Derby: Manchester vs Liverpool The Black Country Derby: Wolves vs WBA The Hamburg Derby: Hamburg vs St Pauli De Klassieker: Ajax vs ...
#2 What do the numbers mean? Number 6, 8, 10, and all the rest
July 21, 2019 12:10 - 29 minutesWe answer the question we get asked the most. By far: What do the numbers mean? He's a great number 6, that number 8 is up and down the field, he's an ideal number 9, and so on. We offer a guide to what each of the numbers means, what different numbers mean in different countries (e.g. a German 6 is a Brazilian 5), why very few players actually wear these numbers anymore, and how we came by this odd numbers-based positional system to begin with. Soccer 101 is sponsored by Postmates. Downl...
#1 The offside rule: how it works, why it exists, and its 100-plus-year history
July 21, 2019 12:00 - 37 minutesWe offer the ultimate explainer for the most debated thing in soccer: the offside rule. There's plenty here for soccer newbies and experts alike. If you're looking for a simple explanation of how offside works, we've got you covered. If you're looking for a detailed history of how it started and how it has evolved over the past 100+ years, we've also got you covered. Soccer 101 is sponsored by Postmates. Download the iOS or Android app for free and then use code SOCCER for 100 USD of free ...
#0 Hello and welcome to Soccer 101: What it is, why we did it, and how you can help
July 20, 2019 16:00 - 7 minutesThis is our intro episode explaining who we are, what Soccer 101 is, and how you can help us make it successful. Soccer 101 is sponsored by Postmates. Download the iOS or Android app for free and then use code SOCCER for 100 USD of free delivery credit in your first seven days Here's the iTunes (now known as Apple Podcasts) link to Soccer 101: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/soccer-101/id1473757537 Please share it with people! The Soccer 101 theme (and lots of other excellent music) ...