World Soccer Talk

FOX's World Cup commentary team includes some great names with World Cup experience. Ian Darke, Derek Rae and JP Dellacamera are just some of those with incredible experience. However, there is a new voice working alongside one of those commentators that has experience on the pitch.In this episode of the World Soccer Talk podcast, Landon Donovan joins Kyle Fansler to talk about his role as a co-commentator at the World Cup. Donovan represented the USMNT in three World Cups, 2002, 2006 and 2010, but now joins Ian Darke in the commentator booth.The USMNT's joint-top scorer in history recounts Darke's call of that famous goal in 2010 against Algeria. Plus, he discusses what it is like to be on the media side of the World Cup, as opposed to being a player. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the World Cup getting closer every day, those covering the tournament are in their final stages of preparation. Fútbol Americas, a popular studio show airing on ESPN+, has hosts Sebastian Salazar and former USMNT player Herculez Gomez.In this podcast episode, Kyle Fansler talks to Salazar and Gomez about their expectations and predictions for the World Cup. Also, the pair discuss their World Cup coverage plans, as Fútbol Americas will be in Qatar doing daily shows to highlight that day's events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We explain why this may be the wildest World Cup ever (and not necessarily for good reasons), ESPN digs into the Qatar controversies, if the scandals will hurt NWSL, details about the USMNT World Cup squad announcement, can the Bundesliga ever be as big as the Premier League, why it’s hard to find good analysis about Portuguese teams, and whether players may hold back from giving it 100% for their club teams before the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup, we discuss news about MLS’s Apple deal, our thoughts about CBS’s Destination Brooklyn, why MLS are planning on changing their playoffs next year, and two new documentaries of interest to most soccer fans. Hosted by Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode, we discuss FOX’s plans for their coverage of the World Cup, how Peacock plans to broadcast the World Cup, Wrexham catches fire, and Serie A want Paramount Plus to pay more. This, plus we also have questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's good to be back. We discuss FOX's commentators for the World Cup, the NWSL scandal, what this means for the US Soccer Federation, why Kartik is upset at ESPN, MLS ends their local broadcasts, USA's accomplishments at the World Cup and an important update about the World Soccer Talk Podcast. Plus we have Listener Mailbag with your questions answered on-air. Hosted by Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does anyone want to win Group B in this year's World Cup? USA and England are unable to get much-needed wins, while Wales and Iran are too inconsistent. In addition to discussing USA-Japan, Germany-Hungary & Italy-England, we discuss what the possible merger between NBCUniversal and WarnerBros-Discovery means for soccer fans, our thoughts on foreign investors buying clubs in Europe, whether LaLiga/Bundesliga/Serie A will ever be able to catch up with the Premier League, as well as answering your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss Welcome to Wrexham, the successful FX series, and discuss why pro/rel is or isn't a non-starter in this country. We also discuss the issues of ownership, community, TV coverage for lower leagues, as well as what makes this series different than the other two popular soccer shows, 'Sunderland 'Til I Die' and 'Ted Lasso.' We also take a tangent and discuss whether it's possible for the US Soccer Federation to set up its own breakaway soccer league in the United States in competition against Major League Soccer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Soccer Talk's Kyle Fansler talks with the Execuitve Director of Wrexham AFC, Humphrey Ker.Most people can recognize Ker from his time on the FX documentary show Welcome to Wrexham. The show chronicles Wrexham's takeover by American actors Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. Yet, at the crossroads of their ownership and the club itself is Humphrey Ker.In this discussion, Ker breaks down what he actually does with Wrexham in that role. Plus, he talks about how important the documentary itself is in both growing the game in the United States, while also shedding light on soccer just outside the top four division of the EFL. He talks about what he has learned, and what he has enjoyed the most during his time with the club, including some decisions regarding the documentary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the impact that VAR is having on the sport of soccer, CBS’s big addition and big loss to their coverage of the Champions League that begins this week, how big the transfer window was for the leagues in Europe, our thoughts on the big stories from the Premier League weekend, matches, and letters from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the four Premier League managers who are in jeopardy after gameweek 4. We also share some big news from Peacock TV as well as our first impressions of Welcome to Wrexham, the new series on FX about a fifth tier club dreaming of promotion. Elsewhere, we chat about two USMNT strikers who need to be on the plane to Qatar 2022, and whether Anthony Gordon is worth £100 million. Other topics include discussing where you can watch the Sky Sports Transfer Deadline Day, whether the gap between MLS and Premier League will shrink, which games to watch this weekend, plus answering your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this latest edition of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, episode 1443, Kyle Fansler talks to one of the youngest American owners of a European soccer club.Jordan Gardner is the co-owner and co-chairman of FC Helsingør. Helsingør is in the Danish 1st Division, which is the second tier on the Danish soccer pyramid. At under 40 years of age, Gardner took part control over the club back in 2019. Since then, under his leadership, the club earned promotion to the Danish 1st Division. Then, last season, it narrowly missed out on promotion to the Danish Superliga.Gardner brings a modern take on club ownership, which clearly yields success for a club punching above its weight. The use of data and analytics allows Helsingør to fulfill Gardner's aim of the club being a great spot for transfers and development. Gardner also discusses his biggest lessons and favorite moments during his time involved with the European game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dive into Manchester United-Liverpool analysis, as well as discussing the other Premier League games from the weekend. Plus we delve into various other topics including what it is about the Premier League formula that makes it the must-see soccer league right now.Hosts Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer also discuss the news about the UEFA Champions League rights in the United States, as well as Peacock making several improvements. Also discussed are our thoughts about NBC's coverage of the Premier League and the job that Peter Drury is doing. We also debate what the issue is with Christian Pulisic at Chelsea Football Club. And the latest news about FOX Sports' coverage of the 2022 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup commentator Andrés Cantor is our guest on the latest episode of our podcast. Telemundo Deportes' lead commentator discusses moving the World Cup one day earlier, his concern about players getting injured before the World Cup happens, what World Cup match atmosphere was the best in his history of calling many tournaments, his thoughts on the Mexican national team's chances at the Qatar World Cup, and what we can expect from Miguel Herrera and other experts on Telemundo's coverage of the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review all of the EPL games from the weekend, as well as discussing whether Bayern Munich is hurting the Bundesliga, what our thoughts are about the different whiparound shows available, latest news on Eredivisie rights, and answering your questions about Champions League, Scottish Premiership, Peter Drury and soccer documentaries in our Listener Mailbag section. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest edition of the World Soccer Talk podcast, host Kyle Fansler talks all things Serie A with an expert on the league. Matteo Bonetti is the lead Serie A analyst for CBS Sports and Paramount+. Plus, he is a frequent co-commentator alongside Dre Cordero for broadcasts of games. Bonetti, a longtime fan and analyst for Serie A coverage in the United States, previews what should be a wildly entertaining Serie A campaign. Milan and Inter enter with high hopes, with the Rossoneri winning last season's Scudetto. The other traditional big names in Serie A are challenging to predict. Bonetti also goes to the bottom of the table. There, it could be challenging for some of the newcomers to the league to stay up. One club, however, seems better than the others, and could very well maintain status in the top flight and then some.The Serie A season kicks off Saturday, August 13, with title defenders Milan battling Udinese. Coverage of all 10 games this weekend is exclusive to Paramount+ in the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, host Kyle Fansler interviews ESPN's Mark Donaldson about the upcoming LaLiga season. Donaldson, one of ESPN's commentators for LaLiga, discusses the top teams in LaLiga. However, he is most fascinated to learn about how one team in particular will fare given a summer of change. Plus, he gives his take on how the relegation battle may look throughout the season in the Spanish top flight. Finally, he gives his pick for the Pichichi for the league's top scorer, and what team finishes on top. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kartik and Christopher head back to the future to do a special Premier League review podcast, giving their thoughts on all 10 games from the weekend.Outside of the Premier League, we also discuss Bundesliga’s opening game of the season, what we’re looking forward to the most in 2023 with the Apple MLS media deal, as well as answering your questions about ESPN’s pecking order of soccer coverage.During the frank conversations, we also touch upon NBC’s coverage of the Premier League from the opening season, what we thought of Peter Drury’s first weekend for the American broadcaster, which stadium we want to take a trip to in Europe, and what was the best team performance from this past weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this audio interview, ESPN and Bundesliga World Feed commentator Derek Rae discusses his predictions for the latest Bundesliga campaign.Traditionally considered a one-team league, the Bundesliga shapes up for drama, and that starts with a busy opening weekend. ESPN+ holds coverage of the opening game on Friday, August 5, between Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer. Then, on Saturday, Derek Rae is on the call again from Signal Iduna Park as Borussia Dortmund faces Eintracht Frankfurt. Rae brings up the departures from the top Bundesliga sides, and which replacements could make a huge difference in the league table. Plus, how can Werder Bremen and Schalke compete coming up from the 2. Bundesliga?Moreover, these two sides could very well be in the relegation battle, always a testy affair with drama on the line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We predict the teams finishing from 10th to 1st positions in the Premier League for the 2022/23 season. Included in this is one major club who has fallen from grace. At the same time, that means a team has moved up the pecking order into the top 5 or 6. This is our final episode in our Premier League preview series, hosted by Kartik Krishnaiyer and Christopher Harris. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We predict the Premier League teams that will finish 15th through 10th in the 2022/23 season. We also take a closer look at one of the teams promoted from the Championship, which former Premier League champion may struggle this season, and which former Manchester United striker is predicted to shine this year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss which five teams in the Premier League are most at risk of being relegated in the 2022/23 season. We share our picks as well as discussing what it is about the league that makes it so popular. This is part one of a four-part preview series. Thanks for listening to episode 1433. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 1432, World Soccer Talk Podcast hosts Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer discuss the most interesting stories in the world of soccer media. This week, on the heels of USL side Sacramento Republic beating another MLS team in the US Open Cup, we debate what the differences are between Major League Soccer and USL. We also share the latest news on the developments of the MLS media rights deal, which broadcasters are left, and what it means based on the already signed deal with Apple TV. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We continue our preview of the English Championship season, discussing what makes the Football League different and previewing the remaining teams. In this episode, we also share our recommendations on how best to watch and follow the league particularly when there are so many other games that start at the same time as EFL games. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We preview the English Championship 22/23 season that kicks off on Friday, July 29. Chris and Kartik analyze the teams fighting to get promoted to the Premier League. Plus we discuss the latest news about the availability of the league on US TV and streaming. In this first of a two part episode, we begin previewing all 24 teams for what is the sixth soccer richest league in the world. We also discuss what interest us so much in this league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the significance of summer friendlies for both MLS and European clubs, ESPN's continued coverage of the UEFA Women's European Championship, a quietly interesting merger for streaming soccer, how many people in the United States have cut the cord, what it would mean to have Celtic and Rangers join the Premier League like American college sports, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the US broadcasters in talks to acquire the rights to the UEFA Champions League, our thoughts on the UEFA Women's Euro 2022 competition so far, the challenges of watching women's soccer at the international level, which broadcaster has elevated its coverage to become the number one soccer broadcaster in the United States, answering your questions about the MLS-Apple TV deal, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former USWNT goalkeeper Briana Scurry is our guest this week on this special episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast. She's joined by director Anthony J. Cortese, who created the Paramount+ documentary entitled The Only, which debuts July 12. In our Briana Scurry interview, hosted by World Soccer Talk content editor Kyle Fansler, she shares her heartwarming story of a girl from Minneapolis who climbed many obstacles to win World Cup and Olympics gold medals.Briana Scurry shares insight into several major topics, including:1) How her life would have been different if China had won the 1999 Women's World Cup,2) Her challenges with depression, and how her partner turned helped her in an important chapter of her life,3) What happened after winning the 1999 Women's World Cup on The Late Show with David Letterman,4) How writing her book and telling her story has been therapeutic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss ESPN’s coverage of Women’s Euro 2022, news about Amazon getting Champions League rights, which US broadcaster is interested in getting the rights to the 2030 World Cup and a discussion about how USL is moving in on MLS’s turf. Plus we also have questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode, soccer commentator John Roder joins us to share his insight into commentating. We discuss the art of commentary as well as other topics including Gareth Bale heading to MLS, USL TV ratings, FOX Sports hiring a new commentator for World Cup 2022, as well as news about beIN SPORTS renewing a soccer rights deal. Plus letters from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we’re focusing on answering all of your questions about the new MLS-Apple media rights deal. We also discuss Premier League Supporters Clubs in the United States, USL TV ratings, World Cup 2026 host cities and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the relief of MLS finalizing its new media rights deal (well, almost), what the new MLS media deal means for soccer fans and the league, why Major League Soccer announced the deal now, and what it tells us, our thoughts and insight about the 16 cities named to host the 2026 World Cup, Peacock is ready to spring a new surprise, which is a warning to fans of Premier League clubs, whether Arlo White is employable by future broadcasters in the US, does Concacaf deserve more credit compared to UEFA and CONMEBOL, England’s woes under head coach Gareth Southgate, and we answer the questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss the Arlo White controversy about his move from NBC to golf, soccer fans angry about new UEFA Nations League deal, upcoming TV coverage of the World Cup playoffs, our thoughts on who will advance from World Cup Group B, is there any hope for FOX Sports' coverage of soccer. And we answer the questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Featuring special guest Felipe Cárdenas from The Athletic, we discuss our thoughts about Peter Drury replacing Arlo White, what Univision is looking for in the new MLS media rights deal, how CBS Sports scored more viewers than Univision for the Champions League Final, a discussion of whether CBS is pushing NBC Sports and other competitors to improve their soccer coverage, and the difference between Spanish-language and English-language soccer commentators. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss our thoughts about the Champions League & Championship playoff finals, why US sports networks need to invest more in on-site reporters, how the incompetence of UEFA and French police was uncovered by power of social media, where MLS goes from here after Apple TV+ pulls out, what it means to have Nottingham Forest back in the Premier League, why US soccer reporters need to do to a better job of educating readers about soccer culture, do more clubs go out of business overseas than the US? And we answer the questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss what pitch invasions mean to soccer fans and why we don't see them in MLS, the Nottingham Forest story, and what the club means to us, why MLS is arguably at its least meaningful point in its history, the uncomfortable truth about promotion/relegation that silences critics, an incredible week of soccer from Europe and South America, the impossible dream for Leeds United this weekend, our hopes for Clint Dempsey's analysis after he joins FOX Sports' World Cup coverage, and we answer the questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss how the UEFA Champions League is morphing into the Super League, US Open Cup takes a giant leap forward thanks to ESPN+'s Goalcast, Jesse Marsch’s situation at Leeds United, FOX Soccer hates streaming, EA Sports and FIFA split up and get a nasty divorce, and we answer the questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this pod, we examine what impact Seattle may have on the MLS media rights deal, the upcoming European Cup titles, the prospect of who may play the Sounders in the Club World Cup. And we answer the questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss how soccer audiences have become more tribal and splintered, why MLS Commissioner Don Garber may have been right after all, is soccer a minority sport in the United States? Is there a sport in the U.S. that has a viewership that is more fractured than soccer? Some of the changes that may be coming to soccer Twitter, why it's important to MLS for Seattle to beat Pumas, our recommended games to watch this weekend, and your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the NEW episode, number 1415, Kartik Krishnaiyer interviews Clive Tyldesley, one of the most recognizable English-language soccer commentators.Tyldesley, whom many Americans recognize from the Champions League, Premier League or even the FIFA video game series, has been calling games for more than 30 years. He and Kartik Krishnaiyer discuss various topics in this episode.• This season's UEFA Champions League and the semifinals.• Some of Tyldesley's most famous and recognizable calls.• Calling Euro 96 and Euro 2016 from an English perspective.• The FIFA video game series and match commentary.• COVID-19's impact on commentating major games.• Tyldesley's upcoming games that he is on the call for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss why the Premier League appears to be unstoppable, whether Peacock TV will acquire any more soccer rights, storylines for each of the 20 clubs in the Premier League, our thoughts on this week's US Open Cup games on ESPN+, what the differences are in playing levels between MLS and USL, the local broadcast issues that MLS have to deal with, our recommended games to watch this weekend. And your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the NEW episode, number 1413, Kyle Fansler is joined by Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss Jesse Marsch.Jesse Marsch arrived at Leeds United with the club entrenched in a relegation battle. After two defeats in his first two games, Marsch delivered 10 points over Leeds's last four games. While not quite safe from the drop, the Elland Road club at least has reason for optimism.Kartik Krishnaiyer and Kyle Fansler address several topics about Leeds's survival chances.• The challenges of replacing a fan favorite manager• Jesse Marsch's style versus that of his predecessor• Why did Leeds hire a manager fired by RB Leipzig earlier in the season• Taking on the criticisms of American soccer coaches in England• How the last stretch of games shapes up for Leeds and its survival chances• And much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest episode, we discuss how MLS faces a big decision between short term money or long term growth, the question facing leagues about the future of broadcasting, what benefits there are for Apple TV+ in a soccer streaming deal, what FIFA+ offers soccer fans, why this Premier League season has been one of the best ever, our recommended games to watch this weekend and your questions and feedback in the listener mailbag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Soccer Talk is excited to share our exclusive interview with Telemundo Deportes President Ray Warren. During the discussion, Warren discusses what Telemundo will offer soccer fans for the 2022 World Cup. For example, among the deliverables that Telemundo Deportes promises for World Cup 2022, they include:• Commentators calling every game live from within the stadium• An increase in the number of pundits including more former players and referees, and more women, • 56 games live on Telemundo with no conflicts with other sports (unlike FOX Sports), • 8 games on Universo (in the Group Stage when there are simultaneous kickoffs), and• 1 hour post-game show every day after the 2-4PM ET match ends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss the speculation in sports media that FOX Sports may be for sale, who would be the best fit to acquire the rights from FOX Sports, what soccer properties FOX Soccer has that are most valuable, why MLS's reluctance to make changes is biting them, the lure of a relegation battle over the Champions League, and your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss our reaction to the FIFA World Cup Draw, first impressions of the Groups in the 2022 World Cup, an interview with Telemundo's Andrés Cantor to get his reaction to the draw, insight from Cantor about his experiences traveling in and around Qatar. And your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Kartik Krishnaiyer sits down with ESPN's Seb Salazar to discuss his career and his work in the soccer media world.Salazar is the host of ESPN's studio show Futbol Americas. It focuses on soccer in North America, whether that be international soccer and CONCACAF. Or it could be club soccer with Liga MX, MLS and the NWSL.The show caters to fans that do not want to solely focus on European soccer, which is the traditional trend for the sport on this side of the Atlantic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss whether MLS can find a way to hit their $300 million per year target for media rights?, HBO Max makes a big move, politicians are considering a big change that will impact European soccer, and your feedback about MLS TV ratings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the NEW episode, number 1406, Kyle Fansler discusses ESPN+'s big weekend. Plus, Kartik Krishnaiyer interviews a pair of ESPN's talent ahead of El Clasico and FA Cup Quarterfinals.Kartik Krishnaiyer interviews Alexis Nunes, who is part of the on-site crew for ESPN+'s coverage of the biggest game in Spain. Later, we hear a conversation between Krishnaiyer and Kay Murray, one of the studio hosts for ESPN FC. Murray will be on the coverage of the FA Cup Quarterfinals this weekend. Plus, we answer your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Donaldson has one of the more recognizable voices for ESPN's soccer coverage. Of course, the Scottish heritage is hard to miss while Donaldson calls games.In this interview between Donaldson and World Soccer Talk's Kyle Fansler, the duo discuss a variety of topics regarding Mark's career in the soccer, and overall sports, landscape:Breaking through into the commentator world.Attachment to Hearts of Midlothian, his hometown club.Venturing out into other sports, including baseball.Showing off a handful of kits and jerseys collected over the years.His friendship and book contributions for Paul Mariner.Writing books documenting soccer stories.And much more.Mark Donaldson is heard on ESPN's broadcasts of Bundesliga and LaLiga in addition to any tennis coverage. He also features in ESPN studio shows for soccer and baseball. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.