World Soccer Talk
876 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★ - 396 ratingsIf you're a soccer fan who eats, lives and breathes the game, we're for you. Several times a week, we discuss the Premier League, World Cup, Champions League, La Liga, Serie A and other competitions.
As the longest running soccer podcast on the planet, World Soccer Talk also analyzes the television coverage and how you can watch the best leagues from around the world.
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MLS Season Pass pros and cons after year one
April 10, 2024 21:09 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBIt's been more than one year since MLS Season Pass has launched, so it's perfect timing to identify the pros and cons of the streaming product as well as the market conditions that are impacting it. What has improved, what needs to improve and what issues are impacting the growth of Major League Soccer's revolutionary streaming product such as CBS Sports Golazo Network and other free services? We also discuss how many people tuned into the CBS network to watch the historic USL Championship ...
When Soccer Worlds Collide
March 22, 2024 21:04 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBThis week's episode discusses Gio Reyna in the USA vs Jamaica game, what European title races are the most exciting, the reaction to the first round of the US Open Cup, ESPN's poor coverage of the FA Cup, The Athletic's cozy relationship with MLS, and a tribute to Joe Barone. There's more soccer on streaming now than ever before that it's sometimes hard to find common ground with fellow soccer fans. It often feels like two worlds colliding — the mainstream soccer games against niche leagues...
US Soccer Federation bows down to MLS
February 29, 2024 23:25 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBShown by its mismanagement of the US Open Cup, the US Soccer Federation has lost all authority as the governing body for the sport in this country. USSF has allowed MLS to become the most powerful soccer entity in this country. At the same time, the US soccer system is a mess as leagues compete against leagues. The chaos of the way that the US Open Cup debacle has been run shows how weak the leadership is under the US Soccer Federation. Also discussed in this episode is the new TV deals fro...
Has the soccer streaming bubble burst?
February 16, 2024 14:01 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBIn this week's episode, we discuss whether the soccer streaming bubble has burst. We also dive into a breakdown of the ESPN, FOX, and TNT app and whether it’s a killer app. We discuss the Premier League’s domination of the soccer landscape in the United States, and how that may not be a good thing. Plus, when even the biggest story happens in a league but no one seems to care, what does that say? We also answer the questions, can LaLiga close the gap with the Premier League, and what do the l...
MLS and Messi's Balancing Act
February 05, 2024 22:13 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBMLS tries to balance Messi's playing time and selling Apple TV subscriptions. We also discuss why FIFA chose New Jersey for the World Cup Final, how Arlington or Atlanta would have been a better choice, where the Women’s World Cup final could be if US/Mexico wins the bid, how Messi Mania is turning into a PR disaster for MLS and Inter Miami, Apple isn’t managing the expectations of fans by making everything about Messi, and why is MLS making so many sloppy PR mistakes lately, Hosted on Aca...
Jonathan Wilson interview about Bielsa, Klopp, Clough and USA
January 29, 2024 22:32 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBJonathan Wilson joins World Soccer Talk to discuss his new soccer newsletter that’s written specifically for the U.S. audience, the evolution of soccer managers, his thoughts about Marcelo Bielsa and what he can accomplish at Uruguay, how writing for a U.S. audience is different, whether he feels American soccer fans are informed or not about the world’s game, news about an updated edition of his book about Brian Clough, how he would write his Sunderland book differently now in hindsight, wh...
Shaun Harvey interview: EFL's new deal would be rocket fuel for Wrexham
January 22, 2024 02:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBIn a fascinating interview with Wrexham Director of Football Shaun Harvey, the executive discusses the crossroads the EFL finds itself in ahead of a new international rights deal. iFollow is ending, so what does the future of streaming EFL games look like for international viewers? Harvey shares his insight regarding the available options and the lessons learned from launching iFollow. We also discuss how soccer fans in the United States can watch every Wrexham game, why so few Wrexham lea...
How can leagues catch the Premier League in the USA?
January 11, 2024 20:39 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBWe can reveal that the Premier League has become the most popular soccer league in the United States for the first time, but how can the competing leagues fight back so they're still contenders? At the same time, we discuss why MLS fans will have to fork out more in 2024 to see the new Drive to Survive-like docuseries, how the new series may or may not be more successful than the docuseries that MLS has done in the past, what type of MLS subject material would drive interest for soccer fans, ...
MLS rips American soccer apart by quitting US Open Cup
December 18, 2023 22:21 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBMajor League Soccer’s cold and calculated decision to quit the US Open Cup has had a dramatic impact on the credibility of the USA’s top-flight league. Many hardcore fans of Major League Soccer have criticized the league for its lack of respect for American soccer. As usual, we take a deep dive into the topic. We discuss whether US Open Cup can survive without MLS if NFL-owned MLS teams purposely want to hold soccer’s growth back in this country, and how Major League Soccer’s target demograp...
MLS' plan to rule all of US pro soccer
December 13, 2023 17:04 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBDo you want MLS to rule all of professional club soccer in the United States? It’s heading that way. We dissect what MLS Commissioner Don Garber says on the topic, as well as what it means for soccer fans (and clubs) across the United States. We also share our analysis of the viewership numbers for the 2023 MLS Cup Final between Columbus Crew and LAFC, as well as discuss the risk that MLS admits it’s taking with MLS Season Pass. Last but not least, we explain why Kartik is in Jacksonville, an...
Is soccer growing or shrinking in the USA?
December 04, 2023 20:30 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBA deep dive into whether the popularity of soccer is growing or shrinking in the United States at the same time that the English Premier League has cemented its place as THE soccer league in this country. What can LaLiga, MLS, Serie A, Ligue 1, and the Bundesliga do to catch up with the Premier League? We also discuss how the Premier League is close to surpassing the popularity of the most popular soccer league on US television. Why hasn’t soccer been able to make an impact on the mainstrea...
If soccer isn’t on TV, does it make a sound?
November 13, 2023 19:54 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBWhen it comes to watching soccer, if a league isn't on television, does it make a sound? We discuss this topic in light of the new media deals announced for NWSL and USL, which begs the question about other leagues who are struggling with the same question, namely Major League Soccer (with MLS Season Pass) and the Bundesliga (with ESPN+). On this week’s episode, we also discuss whether NWSL and USL going down the path of MLS 1.0 is going to help or hurt them, we share your feedback on VAR, ...
VAR is ruining the Premier League
November 06, 2023 22:02 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBIn a game that is so simple, VAR has made the sport more complicated. It has removed a lot of enjoyment from the game and has made it more tedious to watch when VAR gets involved. As such, hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and Christopher Harris discuss how VAR is ruining the Premier League, and what the solution is, as well as comparing it to how other leagues handle VAR. In an attempt to add a spectacle to the Premier League, it has had the reverse effect. The topic of discussion, of course, is the...
Could CBS improve USA Premier League coverage?
October 30, 2023 20:46 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBIn this episode, we discuss whether CBS Sports could do a better job of covering the Premier League than NBC Sports does, Kartik discusses what he discovered about world soccer from traveling to Turkey, and what other soccer coverage we've been seeking out to fill the void. We also discuss what's missing from CBS Sports' Morning Footy show that would improve it. Plus, is there enough demand or interest in watching League Two games from viewers in the United States? And have the Premier Leagu...
Jon Champion Interview: Legendary Premier League commentator
October 23, 2023 16:12 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBHear our interview with Jon Champion, the legendary soccer commentator who now works for NBC Sports as well as ESPN, ITV, and other broadcasters. For fans of Premier League clubs around the world, Jon Champion is one of the most well-known voices. In the interview, Jon Champion discusses: – What he misses most about the United States – His history with Peter Drury – Working alongside Taylor Twellman – Whether VAR should have been implemented or not – Where he gets his wit from – ...
Video Killed The Podcast Star
October 13, 2023 18:50 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBIn this week’s episode, we discuss why NBC Sports needs to step up the quality of its Premier League coverage, our thoughts on the new Messi documentary series from Apple, the trials and tribulations of Fantasy Premier League, and NWSL’s new TV deal. Plus we discuss: - Technical issues streaming games across Peacock, Paramount+ and ESPN+ - Which soccer broadcaster is the most unformulaic - Could CBS Sports do a better job at broadcasting the Premier League to viewers in the USA? Hosted ...
WREXHAM WOMEN: Interview with Gemma Owen
October 02, 2023 20:14 - 14 minutes - 13 MBMuch like the men's side, the Wrexham Women's team has undergone considerable change since American investors Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over at the club. Not only has Wrexham Women earned promotion to its top flight, but it is growing in popularity. The brains behind that growth is Gemma Owen, who oversees the entire women's department at Wrexham AFC. Among her many hats, she is also an assistant manager of the U-19 Women's side with Wrexham. However, her responsibilities vary g...
Does Apple want to change soccer for the worse?
September 25, 2023 18:29 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBOn this week’s episode, we discuss the return of Welcome to Wrexham, audio problems for Premier League and Bundesliga games, whether Apple’s plans for soccer are a good move or not, and where NWSL rights could go next season after this year's deal ends. In the Listener Mailbag segment, we answer your questions and feedback including why we feel business owners should stay clear of disrespecting the sport of soccer, why Peacock doesn't show every single Premier League game, Saudi Arabia vers...
Welcome to Wrexham, season 2: Humphrey Ker interview
September 14, 2023 16:16 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBOur exclusive interview with Wrexham AFC Club Executive Director Humphrey Ker shines a light on several fascinating topics involving the global phenomenon that is Wrexham Association Football Club. Ker, who is responsible for turning Rob McElhenney into a soccer fan and ultimately into becoming co-owner of Wrexham alongside Ryan Reynolds, answers questions about who is responsible for creating the magic of Welcome to Wrexham (season 2 launched September 12, 2023 on FX). Take a journey with ...
Messi League Soccer: Pros and cons of his success in USA
September 10, 2023 16:40 - 1 hour - 58 MBIn this episode, we discuss the pros and cons of Messi’s magical run in Major League Soccer, as well as catching listeners up on where we’ve been. That's just the start of the conversation as we also chat about the wonders of British motorway service stations, whether the Messi effect has been able to impact mainstream media, what the Messi effect is like in the United Kingdom, what the biggest benefit is of all after Messi's arrival in the United States of America. Other tidbits discussed ...
Kane to Bundesliga: Can ESPN move the needle?
August 15, 2023 23:57 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBWill Harry Kane's arrival in the Bundesliga move the needle with the popularity of the German league across the United States? We discuss, but we also dive into several related topics. For instance, is ESPN ready to promote the Bundesliga with as much attention that they've given to LaLiga? Does ESPN have the talent they need based in the United States who can share their expertise on German soccer? And we also share which league the Bundesliga is focused on overtaking internationally, and ...
Neymar to MLS?
August 10, 2023 19:44 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBHot on the heels of Messi, would Neymar Jr moving to MLS be a smart move for the league or not? What does he offer that would make fans want to watch him, and what are any risks, if any? We also discuss how it could impact MLS Season Pass. Other topics discussed: • What we're most looking forward to seeing in the Premier League this season • Added time, and how it's going to be an issue for TV broadcasters and viewers • How US Soccer Federation is benefitting from Messi coming to Americ...
Messi vs Women's World Cup: Choose one
August 03, 2023 18:46 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBMessi games with Inter Miami have become a must-watch on the calendar. So much so that they’re eating into Women’s World Cup viewership, and they may end up having an impact on Premier League viewership when that season starts in a week from now. With so many games happening this summer and so few hours, we dive into what viewing choices we're making and why, as well as sharing our opinions about some of the biggest stories in soccer this summer. Also discussed is whether Apple not sharing...
Messi is the best move MLS ever made
July 26, 2023 21:19 - 1 hour - 73 MBWe dive into several meaty topics such as the impact that Messi has made on MLS and Leagues Cup, how this Summer of Soccer has been more gruelling than any before it, why the Women's World Cup is causing viewers to make a tough choice, how Messi is having an impact on the Soccer Champions Tour and European friendlies in the United States, how Leagues Cup attendances are doing compared to MLS attendances, what the 1 million number means for MLS Season Pass subscribers, and what's going on with...
FA Cup changes could be devastating to lower league clubs
July 07, 2023 17:20 - 44 minutes - 41 MBWe discuss the radical changes that the Premier League are proposing for the FA Cup, including selling the rights to the competition outside the United Kingdom — and what that means for the world's oldest football competition, and the impact on lower division sides. Also discussed are the similiarties between changes to FA Cup and US Open Cup, what the Premier League’s motives may be in acquiring the rights, why the success of Wrexham may be a factor in the deal, and who has more power - th...
MLS Success Overly Dependent on Messi
June 30, 2023 16:16 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBWhat does it say about MLS that Leagues Cup was unable to get a TV deal in Mexico? We discuss the breaking news from Mexico where the TV networks have thumbed their noses at the US-based Leagues Cup competition involving MLS teams. We also analyze how MLS is now so dependent on Lionel Messi being a success for ticket sales, TV ratings, MLS Season Pass subscriptions and merchandise, but is the league over-dependent on one player? Also discussed is the news of Jon Champion heading to NBC Sp...
Messi mania takes effect: Futbol Miami TV interview
June 28, 2023 21:22 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBLionel Messi is the biggest thing to come to Major League Soccer. Not only is his arrival prompting innovative ways to compensate a player, but fans are dishing out the cash to see him in action. In this episode of the World Soccer Talk podcast, we talk to Pieter Brown from Futbol Miami TV. Not only is Brown a season ticket holder for the club, but he played an integral role in bringing a MLS team to South Florida. Brown talks about what the last several weeks have been like in this world o...
The Saudi Arabia Effect and How It's Changing Soccer
June 26, 2023 21:56 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIn the last 12 months, Saudi Arabia has been working on trying to change sports as we know it. Whether it’s golf or tennis, and now soccer, the wealthy Arab nation has set its sights on conquering world sport. We take a closer look at the reason why they're investing in soccer, whether we should be worried, and what it may mean for Chelsea Football Club and other sides. We also answer your questions and read your comments about US Open Cup, Premier League conflicts with college football, an...
US Open Cup being undermined by MLS
June 23, 2023 17:12 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWe discuss what the underlying reason is why MLS and MLSPA are trying to undermine the US Open Cup, the oldest soccer competition in the United States. Why are MLS, US Soccer and MLSPA at loggerheads regarding the competition, and why are they being so vocal to the disillusionment in how the competition is being run. With Kartik Krishnaiyer back on the podcast, we also get his thoughts on the Berhalter re-hiring, the ridiculousness of Matt Crocker's "The Process", and how player power withi...
Gold Cup Preview with Jon Arnold
June 22, 2023 20:06 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBJon Arnold, a freelance journalist and the author of the popular newsletter "Getting CONCACAFed," joins the World Soccer Talk podcast to give a preview of the upcoming Gold Cup. Fresh off winning the CONCACAF Nations League, the USMNT is among the favorites to win the tournament. However, there are only five players that featured in that squad. With BJ Callaghan managing his last games before Gregg Berhalter's return, can he lead the side to more success? Now that teams are competing with m...
US Soccer's aversion to hiring foreign coaches
June 19, 2023 21:36 - 28 minutes - 26.4 MBThis episode of the World Soccer Talk podcast, which is an interview with AFP's Simon Evans on US Soccer and foreign coaches, is presented by Sling. Gregg Berhalter is back, and US Soccer stated that it went through a rigorous evaluation process to come to that conclusion. The Federation did not state any names as to who it contacted. Yet, media report several candidates were not American. However, none were up to the task by US Soccer's measurement. It settled on Berhalter half a year afte...
US Soccer rehiring Berhalter shows lack of ambition
June 16, 2023 16:12 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBIn the surreal world of US Soccer, the Federation has decided to re-hire Gregg Berhalter as the "new" US Men's National Team head coach, according to reports. We break down the news, as well as discussing why this shows a lack of ambition for US Soccer especially with World Cup 2026 around the corner. We also dive into what Berhalter's record was in games outside of Concacaf, why his signing shows a complacency within US Soccer Federation to not rock the boat and to not be more aggressive, ...
Dempsey, Davies and Edu on USMNT ahead of Mexico clash
June 14, 2023 16:24 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBAhead of the highly anticipated clash between Mexico and the United States in the Concacaf Nations League, World Soccer Talk's Kyle Fansler chats with three headline members of CBS's Concacaf coverage. Former USMNT players Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Maurice Edu are all part of the analysis on CBS's platforms during the Nations League Finals. The coverage of the game is also available on CBS's networks, with the 'Continental Clasico' available on Paramount+. In this interview, Davies,...
Can CBS grow Serie A’s popularity in the US?
June 13, 2023 00:08 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBCBS Sports are coming off their best weekend ever with the UEFA Champions League Final coverage creating quite a stir across world media. At the same time, the news of Kate Abdo renewing her contract for 4 more years has been well received by soccer fans throughout the US. We share details on when CBS Sports' deal is ending with Serie A, as well as how does Serie A capitalize on the success they had this season, and how can CBS Sports build off that to help Serie A increase the popularity o...
Messi to Miami: Winners and Losers
June 09, 2023 17:09 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBIn the biggest soccer story of the year, we break down the pros and cons of the Messi to MLS saga, and what it means for MLS Season Pass. Lionel Messi moving to Inter Miami changes everything with MLS. It papers over the cracks, but it also presents Major League Soccer with a unique opportunity. With great power comes great responsibility, so we discuss what it means for Major League Soccer moving forward. Are there negatives or challenges with the Messi signing? For sure. But certainly, t...
Guillem Balague interview about Champions League documentary
June 07, 2023 21:25 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBGuillem Balague is one of soccer's most famous journalists, regardless of country. Renowned for his ability to capture the emotion and personality of the game, he is a major part of CBS's developing and entertaining soccer coverage. And, with a new documentary series on Paramount Plus, there is no better time to learn more about Balague. In this interview, Balague talks about Destination: European Nights, which is now available on Paramount Plus. The six-part documentary series has the Span...
CBS Sports' Champions League Final coverage plans
June 06, 2023 01:22 - 48 minutes - 44 MBWe preview CBS Sports' UEFA Champions League Final coverage plans and what viewers can expect. Plus we dive into Financial Fair Play (FFP), and whether Manchester City - if they win - will have their treble triumph tarnished as a result of the investigation that's going into the accusations of violating FFP. In doing so, we share the thoughts of Micah Richards, Jamie Carragher and Thierry Henry on the topic. Also discussed are why salary caps are used by sports teams, whether Manchester Cit...
Where does MLS Season Pass go from here?
June 02, 2023 21:20 - 30 minutes - 28 MBThis week, Apple finally broke its silence about MLS Season Pass. In its attempts to get soccer fans (and journalists) off Apple's backs who are asking probing questions about how the service is doing, the tech giant refused to answer any questions. In doing so, it's sending a wrong message because people are now wondering why Apple (and MLS) are being so secretive. What do they have to hide? We share more details about what was discussed, what industry insiders are telling us, examples of ...
Can JJ Watt's Burnley replicate Wrexham's USA success?
May 31, 2023 21:30 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBJJ Watt's Burnley may not be the best descriptor. After all, the former NFL defensive lineman is but a minority owner of Burnley FC. Yet, the club won promotion back to the Premier League at its first time of trying. However, he has already, and will continue to have, a major impact on the club's popularity. That is particularly true in the United States. In this episode of the World Soccer Talk podcast, Kyle Fansler talks to AFP sports journalist Simon Evans. Evans, who is a "From the Bee ...
Bundesliga gets no luck in breaking Bayern dominance
May 30, 2023 03:07 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBThe last time a Bundesliga club other than Bayern Munich won the title was when GolTV had the rights to broadcast games in the United States. During the time that FOX Sports and ESPN+ have had the rights to the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich has won every single season. And with Borussia Dortmund coming so close to winning it, but failing, the Bundesliga continues to have no good luck in breaking up the dominance by Bayern. On the latest World Soccer Talk Podcast episode, we discuss this as well...
Preview: Final games in EPL, Bundesliga, Championship and Liga MX
May 26, 2023 15:05 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBIt doesn't get any better than this. We preview this weekend's end of the season in the Premier League, Bundesliga, Liga MX and English Championship as a host of games with enormous implications happen across Europe. This episode features hosts Christopher Harris and Kyle Fansler discussing everything from the promotion and relegation battles in England to where you can watch all of the major storylines this weekend. We also dive into the history of the teams who are facing promotion and pe...
Poppy Miller Interview: CBS Sports' rising star
May 24, 2023 15:47 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBPoppy Miller is one of the best studio hosts in American soccer coverage. After all, she did win the 2022 World Soccer Talk award as best presenter among stiff competition from the likes of Rebecca Lowe, Kate Abdo or Sebastian Salazar. Miller joins the World Soccer Talk podcast to talk about her background and her rise to working with CBS. There, she is the host of Serie A coverage and Box 2 Box on the CBS Golazo Network. In this interview, Miller talks about her upbringing in Nottingham, w...
MLS: When Hype Doesn’t Match Reality
May 23, 2023 17:15 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBWe cover a range of topics including the Bundesliga title race, Premier League relegation battle, manager merry-go-rounds across Europe and other subjects. But you, the listeners, keep on pulling us back in to talk about MLS Season Pass and Major League Soccer, as a whole. We've received an avalanche of feedback about MLS Season Pass, which we share on the show. That has brought up topics such as what the long-term goal is for MLS after it finishes expanding the league, and whether the leagu...
Can MLS Season Pass for free sell soccer fans on MLS?
May 19, 2023 20:16 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBThis episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, entitled Can MLS Season Pass for free sell soccer fans on MLS, is presented by Sling. MLS is betting the farm on MLS Season Pass by offering the streaming service for free. At the same time, MLS is making its MLS 360 whip-around show available in more places for free, too. While that's all well and good, is it going to benefit Major League Soccer in both the short term and long term when it comes to increasing subscriptions to the Apple TV serv...
Interview with ESPN's Archie Rhind-Tutt
May 18, 2023 15:58 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBBundesliga fans in the United States will be familiar with Archie Rhind-Tutt. He is the pitchside reporter and analyst for ESPN's coverage of the Bundesliga. What makes him stand out among other analysts is his relationship with the players and coaches in the Bundesliga. In particular, he holds a special back-and-forth with Borussia Dortmund manager Edin Terzic. He also had a good relationship with former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann. Rhind-Tutt is an Englishman, and he is a Fulham ...
NWSL vs USL Super League: The Next Soccerwarz
May 16, 2023 19:30 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBThis week's news that USL Super League aims to launch a D1 women's league in 2024 is big news. It's a shot across the bow to NWSL who is already established as a D1 league. Could the United States be facing a situation where it has two D1 women's leagues next year? To discuss this and many other related points, Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer host the latest episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast. In addition to discussing NWSL vs USL Super League, they analyze what the latest ...
European soccer giants invading America this summer
May 12, 2023 17:42 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBTopic du jour is the just announced soccer competition Soccer Champions Tour that's coming to the United States this summer featuring Arsenal, Barcelona, Manchester United, Real Madrid, Milan and Juventus. We share the details of where the games are being played, how this summer competition may be different than others in the past, as well as which broadcast networks may be interested in showing the games in the United States. Also discussed is how it lines up against the joint MLS and Liga...
Semra Hunter interview: An American voice in LaLiga
May 11, 2023 15:42 - 24 minutes - 22 MBThis episode of the World Soccer Talk podcast is presented by Sling. Do not let the accent fool you, Semra Hunter is American. At least, that is what her passport says. Her time in Spain has made her one of the leaders in coverage of LaLiga, and her experience covering the Spanish top flight makes her one of the best hosts and pundits in soccer coverage. As of now, Semra Hunter works with iTV, Sky and LaLiga TV. Outside of that, she has also worked freelance, including the 2022 World Cup. ...
MLS Season Pass hits an impasse: Feedback from fans
May 09, 2023 16:42 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBYou speak, we listen. Your feedback about MLS Season Pass and what you like or don't like about the streaming service has blown up our comments section and in-boxes. On this episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, we share your experiences of MLS Season Pass thus far. And it appears that the service has hit an impasse for many of you. We wish we could have included more of your feedback in the episode about MLS Season Pass. However, we included as much as we could within the time we had. ...
How to fix MLS Season Pass
May 05, 2023 19:15 - 1 hour - 60.3 MBDespite Apple and MLS being unwilling to share any metrics about how MLS Season Pass is doing, it's safe to say that MLS Season Pass is not in the zeitgeist of soccer watching in the United States. On this episode, we share suggestions on how MLS Season Pass can get more subscriptions, as well as improve as a service. But the inability of MLS Season Pass to be a runaway hit thus far raises bigger questions about Major League Soccer that Apple TV cannot solve. Hosts Christopher Harris and Ka...