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Futbol Americas: CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap + Herc's USMNT Striker Picks + Is FIFA Scamming the Fans? + Marcel Ruiz Health Doubts + Drippin or Trippin

Apr 10, 202659 min

Barcelona File Complaint to UEFA

Apr 9, 20261h 8m

Gab & Juls Show: Will Arne Slot be at Liverpool next season?

Apr 9, 202658 min

Cubarsi's Controversial Red

Apr 8, 202641 min

Outstanding Olise

Apr 7, 202653 min

Real Madrid's Last Chance vs Bayern?

Apr 6, 202649 min

Gab & Juls Show: Will Arne Slot be at Liverpool next season?

Apr 6, 202655 min

Arsenal, Liverpool Crash Out of FA Cup

Apr 5, 202649 min

Barcelona's Late Winner

Apr 4, 20261h 20m

Enzo Fernández's Shocking Suspension

The FC Crew react to Chelsea's decision to suspend Enzo Fernández after his comments that he would like to live in Madrid in the future, and also to Marc Cucurella's critiques of the club's transfer policy and sacking of Enzo Maresca. Then, a preview of Saturday's FA Cup match between Manchester City and Liverpool. Also, a preview of LALIGA's match of Atlético Madrid and Barcelona, asking if Barcelona will struggle without the injured Raphinha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 3, 20261h 1m

Chelsea's Club Model a bit Cucu?

The FC crew look back at Marc Cucurella's quotes on how Chelsea is run as a club, including investing in younger players & sacking managers more often than other clubs. Plus, the panel continues to reflect on Italy missing out on their 3rd straight World Cup. And, Shaka's international power rankings as well as Ryan O'Hanlon rankings of the countries qualified for the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 2, 20261h 8m

Gab & Juls Show: Another World Cup disaster for Italy

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss a nightmare for Italy as their loss on penalties to Bosnia & Herzegovina ruled them out of a third-straight World Cup. The guys also get into England’s tactical disaster against Japan, Sweden’s late run to the World Cup and a particularly impressive performance from Lionel Messi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 2, 20261h 0m

USMNT Stumble vs Portugal

The FC crew react to Portugal's 2-0 win over the United States as former USMNT midfielder Jermaine Jones explains why he is still optimistic about the hosts chances at the World Cup this summer. Plus, the guys continue to break down England's loss to Japan and question why Thomas Tuchel's side are one of the favorites this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 1, 202658 min

Futbol Americas: USMNT Loses Again! + Mexico Draws Against Belgium!

In this special edition of Futbol Americas Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, Jürgen Klinsmann, and Jeff Carlisle react to the USMNT's loss against Portugal in an international friendly. What does this loss mean for the USMNT, and how much should we make of them losing both games in this international window in convincing fashion? Türkiye will play in the USMNT's group in the World Cup. How do they match up? Next, Mexico draws against Belgium. What did their performance say about their World Cup readiness? The crew takes a look at their group and Canada's group after Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified for Group B. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 1, 20261h 21m

All Roads Lead to Home for Italy

The FC crew react to Italy failing to qualify for a 3rd straight World Cup and question how the former Champions have fallen so far off the mark. Plus, the guys break down Sweden, Turkiye and Czechia punching their tickets to the US this summer. Julien Laurens also reacts to Spurs appointing Roberto De Zerbi as manager and explains why he thinks it won't save the club from relegation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 202645 min

The Football Reporters: Could Roberto De Zerbi save Spurs?

James Olley, Rob Dawson and Beth Lindop break down Igor Tudor’s terrible time at Tottenham, and look at the candidates to step in and save Spurs from the drop. Plus, an assessment of Phil Foden’s hopes of making the World Cup squad, reaction to the England fans booing Ben White, and a look at what the future holds for Liverpool and Mo Salah after they part ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 20261h 1m

Are Germany World Cup Contenders?

The FC crew react to Germany's 2-1 victory over Ghana and argue if Julian Nagelsmann's side is a contender to win the World Cup this summer. Plus, the guys question why Florian Wirtz plays so much better for Germany than Liverpool. The guys also break down Enzo Fernandez's latest comments on his future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 20261h 1m

Gab & Juls Show: Who will replace Igor Tudor at Spurs?

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Tottenham’s decision to sack manager Igor Tudor with seven games to go in the Premier League and ask who will take over now? The guys also discuss the World Cup qualifiers including Italy’s win over Northern Ireland, USA’s friendly defeat to Belgium and ask why is Roy Hodgson back in management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 30, 20261h 7m

Igor Tudor & Spurs Part Ways

The FC crew react to news that Igor Tudor left his post as Spurs manager and argue who should take over the job amid the club's relegation battle. Plus, the guys break down Mauricio Pochettino's comments after the United States 5-2 loss vs Belgium. The crew also react to Malo Gusto's comments on being surprised when Enzo Maresca left Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 29, 202657 min

United States Fail Belgium Test

The FC Crew react to the United States' 5-2 loss to Belgium in an international friendly, and ask whether fans should be concerned about the performance going into to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then, more discussion on the international window including Florian Wirtz excellent game for Germany on Friday. Also, excerpts from an exclusive interview with Real Madrid and France star Eduardo Camavinga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 28, 20261h 11m

White Goes From Hero to Villain

The FC crew react to England's 1-1 draw vs Uruguay and break down whether Ben White should be on the plane to the World Cup this summer. Plus, Jurgen Klinsmann joins the show to analyze Germany's win over Switzerland and preview the USMNT hosting Belgium on Saturday. The guys also react to news that Raphinha will miss up to 5 weeks for Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 202659 min

Italy Eyes World Cup Qualification

The FC crew react to Italy's win over Northern Ireland and break down why they think the Italians are favorites to qualify for the World Cup on Tuesday. Plus, the guys break down France's victory over Brazil in Thursday's friendly. Julien Laurens also reacts to Kylian Mbappe dismissing reports that Real Madrid botched the scan for his injured knee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 20261h 0m

Gab & Juls Show: Farewell to Anfield's Egyptian King

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the legacy of Mo Salah at Liverpool after the Egyptian striker announced he would leave the club at the end of the season. The guys also take a closer look at Tottenham’s horrific form, discuss the Women’s Champions League Quarterfinals & ask if Alessandro Bastoni could move to Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 26, 20261h 2m

Salah's Summer Exit

The FC crew continue to react to Mohamed Salah's announcement that he will leave Liverpool this summer as Stevie Nicol breaks down where the Egyptian lies among the best at the club. Plus, Gab Marcotti joins the show to preview Italy's final push for World Cup qualification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 202630 min

Futbol W: NWSL Recap + Kiki van Zanten Joins The Show + NWSL POTW Picks + Red Cards Galore + UWCL Check In + Top 10 Goals

Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf kick off this edition of Futbol W with an NWSL recap. Then Kiki van Zanten joins the show after her brace against Boston Legacy. Next, the crew get together to pick their players of the week. There have been a lot of red cards in the NWSL early this season. Is the panel cool with it? A Women's Champions League recap follows that discussion, and the show closes out with the top ten goals of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 20261h 5m

Salah Says Goodbye to Merseyside

The FC crew react to news that Mohamed Salah is set to leave Liverpool at the end of the season. Beth Lindop joins the show to break down the Egyptian's legacy at the club and the Premier League as a whole. Plus, the guys react to news that Kylian Mbappe's knee injury was misdiagnosed after the Real Madrid staff scanned the wrong knee. Julien Laurens also joins the show to break down news that Zinedine Zidane is set to take over as France manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 20261h 14m

Futbol Americas: Will Pochettino field his best USMNT XI vs. Belgium?

In this edition of Futbol Americas, Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno quickly recap what some USMNT stars are doing abroad before getting into the XI they want to see for the upcoming friendlies. Next, Pepi's transfer to Fulham from PSV is off after the two clubs failed to agree on a key issue late in the process. Andre Blake joins the show ahead of Jamaica's huge game against New Caledonia. Then, the crew previews the upcoming quarterfinal matches in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. There is some good news for the Mexican national team, with some players returning from injury and others putting in big performances. Finally, Herc recaps his trip to NYC to watch Messi play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 20261h 14m

The Football Reporters: Can Arsenal recover from Carabao Cup disappointment?

Mark Ogden, Rob Dawson and James Olley examine the fallout from Manchester City’s Carabao Cup final win over Arsenal, and the potential impact on the Premier League title race. Plus, the trio wonder if Tottenham are destined for the drop, whether Liam Rosenior’s Chelsea job is under threat and what messages Thomas Tuchel sent with his last England squad before the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 20261h 9m

Can Madrid Challenge Barca for LALIGA Title?

The FC Crew ask if Real Madrid can challenge Barcelona for the LALIGA title, as we approach their ELCLASICO match on May 10, and Real Madrid have Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham returning from injury. Then, a discussion on Manchester City's win over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final, asking if Mikel Arteta is at fault for starting Kepa. Also, reactions to Liverpool's loss to Brighton and Spurs' loss as they battle relegation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 20261h 5m

Gab and Juls: Man City triumph over Arsenal in League Cup final

Gab Marcotti & Stewart Robson discuss Manchester City’s 2-0 win over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final and ask if the result will have any impact on the Premier League title race. They also discuss Real Madrid’s 3-2 win in the Madrid derby, Chelsea’s 3-0 thrashing at the hands of Everton and the ongoing nightmare at Tottenham Hotspur. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 202658 min

Madrid's Derby Win and Arsenal's Embarrassing Cup Loss

The FC Crew react to Real Madrid's massive win over Atletico Madrid as they continue to chase down Barcelona in the race for the LALIGA title. Then, a break down of Manchester City's victory in the Carabao Cup final and Mikel Arteta's team's embarrassing performance. Also, a reaction to Spurs' loss to Nottingham Forest as their horrible form continues in their fight to avoid relegation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 23, 20261h 4m

Liverpool and Chelsea Continue Collapses

The FC Crew react to Liverpool's loss at Brighton as they continue to perform inconsistently in their fight for a Champion's League spot. Also, a reaction to Chelsea's horrible performance and loss at Everton as Liam Rosenior's squad lose their fourth game in a row. Then, a preview of Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid live from Spain with Ian Darke, Luis Garcia, and Mario Suarez and a discussion on Manchester United's penalty-palooza on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 21, 202653 min

Man United Robbed?

The FC crew react to Manchester United's 2-2 draw at Bournemouth and question the numerous controversial penalty decisions in the game. Plus, the guys look ahead to Sunday's Madrid derby. The crew also break down Liverpool and Chelsea's away trips on Saturday as well as the Carabao Cup final between Arsenal and Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 20, 20261h 14m

Are Liverpool Back?

The FC crew continue to react to the UCL Round of 16 results as Steve Nicol explains why he's still skeptical of Liverpool after their big win over Galatasaray. Plus, Jan Aage Fjortoft explains why he thinks Bayern should be favorites to win the Champions League. Shaka Hislop also gives out his weekly power rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 20261h 8m

Gab & Juls Show: Is Liam Rosenior confusing Chelsea?

Gab Marcotti & Julien Laurens discuss Chelsea’s 3-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain and ask if manager Liam Rosenior is making things worse for the West London club. The guys also discuss Bayern’s continued dominance over Atalanta, Barcelona’s 7-2 thrashing of Newcastle & ask why CAF waited so long to decide that Morocco were AFCON champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 20261h 9m

Barcelona Breeze Past Newcastle

The FC crew react to Barcelona thrashing Newcastle 7-2 and praise Hansi Flick's side for playing such an entertaining brand of football. Plus, the guys compliment Arne Slot for Liverpool's 2nd Leg turnaround vs Galatasaray. The crew also look ahead to the UCL Quarterfinal matchups and give out early predictions for the next round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 20261h 7m

Real Early Exit for Man City

The FC crew react to Real Madrid eliminating Manchester City from the Champions League and explain why they think Pep Guardiola got it wrong for this 2-legged tie. Plus, the guys criticize Liam Rosenior for a lackluster Chelsea display after the Blues were embarrassed by PSG. Colin Udoh also joins the show to explain why CAF overturned Senegal's AFCON title and named Morocco as winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 20261h 9m

Futbol W: NWSL Recap + Gotham FC's Big Announcement + Catarina Macario's Big Deal + Top 5 Goals + Drippin or Trippin

Cristina Alexander, Jeff Kassouf, Ali Krieger, and Crystal Dunn recap NWSL season openers. That includes Gotham FC's inaugural match at Gillette Stadium, Sophia Wilson's return, and Savy King's big comeback. Next, the squad reacts to the news that Gotham FC will be hosting a match at Citi Field. Jess Carter joins the show to talk about the impact that will have across the NWSL. Also, Catarina Macario gets paid. The show closes out with the top 5 goals, followed by Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 20261h 33m

The Football Reporters: Dowman’s rise & Calvert-Lewin’s England hopes

Mark, Rob and James look back on a Premier League weekend that saw Arsenal extend their lead with the help of 16-year-old Max Dowman, and speak to Dominic Calvert-Lewin about Leeds United’s fight to avoid the drop and his hopes of making Thomas Tuchel’s England squad for the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 20261h 0m

Futbol Americas: USMNT Roster Drops Tomorrow + More Injuries For El Tri + Neymar Snubbed?!?! + Finalissima Cancelled + Cat Macario Deal

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing USMNT storylines ahead of the roster for the March friendlies being released on Tuesday. Next, another injury has hit the Mexican National Team, and the panel discusses who could step up. Carlo Ancelotti has named his roster for Brazil's upcoming friendlies. Neymar isn't on the list. The crew reacts to this news and debates whether Ancelotti is sending a message with this snub. The Finalissima is cancelled due to conflict in the Middle East. What does this mean for Argentina and Spain? What does this mean for the fans? Lastly, the crew reacts to the news that Cat Macario has signed a record-breaking deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 20261h 13m

What's Wrong with Liverpool?

The FC crew continue to react to Liverpool's 1-1 draw vs Spurs and question why Arne Slot's side have been so poor this season compared to last year's title winners. Plus, the guys criticize Liam Rosenior for making a big deal about Chelsea's pre-match huddle kerfuffle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 20261h 0m

Gab & Juls Show: What has happened to Mo Salah?

Julien Laurens and Nedum Onuoha discuss Liverpool’s 1-1 draw against struggling Tottenham Hotspur and ask if criticism of Liverpool and Mo Salah are justified. The guys also discuss Chelsea’s bizarre huddle around referee Paul Tierney, praise Arda Guler’s unbelievable strike against Elche & ask who is the favourite to get relegated from the Premier League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 20261h 5m

Liverpool Looking Lost

The FC Crew react to Liverpool giving up another late goal as they draw with relegation fighting Spurs, also breaking down Spurs' performance as they scrap for points. Then, a discussion on Manchester United's win over Aston Villa, as Michael Carrick continues to impress in his interim role. Then, Barcelona's 5-2 victory over Sevilla and Rosenior's interesting comments on Chelsea's huddle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 20261h 19m

Arsenal Increase the Gap

The FC Crew react to Arsenal's win over Everton as Max Dowman becomes the youngest ever Premier League goal-scorer at 16, and also Manchester City's draw at West Ham. Then, a discussion on Chelsea's poor run of form and their interesting interaction with the referee in pregame. Also, Real Madrid's impressive 4-1 win over Elche as Valverde continues his great goal-scoring form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 202642 min

Did Pep Get it Wrong in Madrid?

The FC crew continue to break down the ins & outs of Real Madrid's 3-0 win over Manchester City in the 1st leg of the UCL Round of 16. Plus, the panel looks ahead to the matchup this weekend between Spurs, who are battling relegation, and Liverpool, who are fighting for a UCL spot. And, Nedum Onuoha joins the guys to talk about the Antonin Kinsky situation and what it means for Kinsky's career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 20261h 3m

Futbol Americas: Injury Woes for the Host Nations + Pochettino Non-Committal + Noahkai Banks Switching Up? + Neymar Speaks About His Fitness + CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap + Run It Back + Drippin Or Trippin

Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the sudden wave of injuries that have hit the host nations for the 2026 World Cup. Then they react to Mauricio Pochettino's most recent comments, where he doesn't exactly shut the door to leaving the USMNT head coaching job after the World Cup this summer. Next, Noahkai Banks is noncommittal about his future with the USMNT. Neymar hits out at the critics and gossip concerning his injury history. The show closes out with a quick CONCACAF Champions Cup recap, followed by Run It Back and Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 20261h 5m

Real Madrid Finding Form?

The FC crew look back at the main takeaways for the 1st legs of the UCL Round of 16, including Real Madrid's 3-0 thrashing of Manchester City, can this win kickstart a run of good form for Los Blancos? Plus, the panel discusses Antonín Kinsky's nightmare match against Atlético Madrid, was Igor Tudor right to sub the keeper off after 17 minutes? And, who should start in goal for Chelsea? Plus, a look back at Europa & Conference League action. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 20261h 19m

Gab & Juls Show: No Mbappe, No Problem for Real Madrid

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look back at Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Manchester City and praise Fede Valverde’s remarkable hat trick, whilst asking if Pep Guardiola got it wrong at the Bernabeu? The guys also discuss Chelsea’s 5-2 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain, Antonin Kinsky’s brutal debut for Tottenham & ask if anyone can stop Bayern Munich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 20261h 3m

Man City in Real Trouble

The FC crew react to Real Madrid's dominant 3-0 victory over Manchester City and question Pep Guardiola's team setup. Plus the guys criticized Chelsea for letting in 2 late goals in their 5-2 loss at PSG. Jurgen Klinsmann also explains why Arsenal were lucky to escape Leverkusen with a draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 20261h 2m

Futbol W: Crystal Dunn Debut! + USWNT Secures SheBelieves Cup + Boston Legacy Outlook + Drippin or Trippin + Top 5 Goals of the Week

Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf are joined by Crystal Dunn for the 1st time on Futbol W. First, they get into the USWNT's victory at the SheBelieves Cup and what the takeaways were from the team's dominant Cup run. Then, Ali sits down with Boston Legacy goalkeeper Casey Murphy ahead of the club's inaugural season in the NWSL. Next, the crew discusses what success would look like for the Boston Legacy as an expansion club. It's time to talk fashion when the panel goes over the top kits of the upcoming NWSL season during the Drippin or Trippin segment. Finally, we go through the top 5 goals of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202648 min