Northern Fútbol Podcast

Peter and Thomas bring you another jam-packed edition of the show as they discuss the Canadian Premier League expanding to Saskatoon, what it means for the CPL and the financial ramifications for the league. Speaking of which, they also give their thoughts on the CPL's recently released salary info and what it means for the players and league as a whole. They then discuss CF Montreal's recent happenings with Tristan D'Amours, including Wilfried Nancy being hired as coach, the team's slew of signings and much more. Then a brief discussion about the (once again) postponed Canadian Championship final between Toronto FC and Forge FC and whether this game will actually be played at all.The guys also analyzed Mauro Biello's 20-man squad for the Concacaf Olympic qualifiers and their opponents as well as assessing the potential weaknesses within the team. Finally, they wrap up the show with some talk about Cyle Larin, whether he should start as the No. 9 or out wide for Canada and see if John Herdman could face some selection issues with European-based players ahead of the roster announcement.FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @northernfutbolPeter Galindo: @GalindoPWThomas Nef: @ThomasNefRUNNING ORDER:0:53 – CPL to Saskatoon7:32 – CPL salaries and potential union talks15:09 – Tristan D'Amours on Wilfried Nancy, Ft. Lauderdale, new signings, etc.36:14 – Canadian Championship final postponed... Again40:49 – Canada U-23 squad analysis1:02:38 – Larin scores again & how many Euro-based players can Herdman call?Produced and edited by Peter Galindo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DISCLAIMER: This episode was recorded before Wilfried Nancy was confirmed as CF Montreal coach and before the CPL salaries were publicized. We also apologize for the unresolvable static during our conversation with Duane Rollins.In this episode, Peter and Thomas break down the latest news surrounding the Voyageurs Cup final and the logistical issues all sides face. Then they speak to Duane Rollins of Soccer Today about plans for a Canadian second division, what it would look like, which markets could be involved, how it impacts the Canadian Premier League and how this will benefit the women's game. The guys also discuss the off-season dealings of the three MLS teams, the latest news in the CPL – including Tristan Borges' return to Forge FC – Canadian Olympic squad leaks and Jonathan David's productive week with Lille.FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:NORTHERN FÚTBOL: @NorthernFutbolPETER GALINDO: @GalindoPWTHOMAS NEF @ThomasNefRUNNING ORDER:1. Canadian Championship final date (0:57)2. Canadian second division w/Duane Rollins (7:52)3. Toronto FC roundup (28:36)4. Vancouver Whitecaps roundup (44:08)5. Montreal Impact roundup (51:53)6. Stephen Hart staying in Halifax (52:52)7. Tristan Borges returns (55:19)8. Marcel de Jong retires (57:44)9. Canadian Olympic squad leaks (58:59)10. Jonathan David, Canadians abroad recap (1:01:48)Produced and edited by Peter Galindo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the debut episode of the Northern Fútbol Podcast!Peter and Thomas discuss a wide array of subjects, including the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, the Canadians abroad they'd like called up and who are impressing them at the moment, the recent performance from the women at the SheBelieves Cup, Thierry Henry leaving Montreal and some juicy details about the Canadian Premier League's issues regarding player salaries.FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolPeter Galindo: @GalindoPWThomas Nef: @ThomasNefRUNNING ORDER:1. John Herdman on player availability (3:10)2. Potential March call-ups (9:00)3. What will Ayo Akinola do? (24:26)4. Provisional Olympic squad thoughts (29:45)5. SheBelieves Cup takeaways (35:10)6. Thierry Henry leaves Montreal (43:32)7. CPL wage dispute/exclusive (50:57)Produced and edited by Peter Galindo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.