Episodes
Published 11/06/24
In Episode 414 of Futbol Americas, Seb and Herc discuss Josh Sargent's injury and who should start for the US vs Jamaica. In our "Book It" segment, Seb and Herc give their best picks on Christian Pulisic's player props. Plus, MLS game 3 previews as Inter Miami and LAFC are facing elimination. And, a couple of Mexican players had some bad moments this week, the guys discuss which one was worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 11/05/24
Published 11/05/24
Seb and Herc discuss the possibility of Neymar going to Inter Miami and reuniting the MSN trio. Then, Herc breaks down some stellar performances from USMNT players such as Weston Mckennie, Timothy Weah and Matt Turner in Europe. Plus, the guys reveal that Lionel Messi is the highest-paid player in the league, and Herc makes the case as to why the MLS should keep it that way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 11/01/24
Alexis Nunes & Jeff Kassouf are joined by Emma Sears to break down her debut with the United States Women's National Team. Sears explains what it was like to join the Olympic Gold Medal winning squad and how she's adapting to life under Emma Hayes. The crew is also joined by Emily Keogh to question why there isn't a Kopa or Yashin trophy on the womens side and argue why the timing of the ceremony is a poor reflection for the women's game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/30/24
Alexis Nunes & Herculez Gomez react to Ricardo Pepi & Haji Wright's goals at the weekend and argue which striker needed a goal more ahead of the USMNT's November international break. The crew is also joined by Gustavo Hofman to explain why Vinicius Junior skipped today's Ballon d'Or ceremony and break down why Raphinha is Brazil's best player at the moment. Plus, Herc explains why he's skeptical of Chucky Lozano's return to the Mexican national team. Learn more about your ad choices....
Published 10/29/24
In episode 411 of Futbol Americas, Alexis & Herc are joined by Ale Moreno to discuss the upcoming El Clasico this weekend including player matchups & what stars will show up when the lights are the brightest. Plus, the crew breaks down Christian Pulisic's red hot form since leaving USMNT camp early, was it the right call from Pochettino? Later on, MLS playoffs are underway, who is the favorite to win the MLS Cup? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 10/25/24
In episode 17 of Futbol W, Seb is joined by Lianne Sanderson to talk about the latest in the NWSL as the Kansas City Current continue to roll and the Orlando Pride lose two games in a row with the playoffs around the corner. Plus, Seb is joined by USWNT star Mallory Swanson to discuss her reaching 100 appearances for the national team and her role as part of 'Triple Espresso' during the USWNT's Olympics gold medal run. Then, Jeff Kassouf joins to breakdown the USWNT's 26-player roster during...
Published 10/23/24
In episode 410 of Futbol Americas, Seb and Herc are joined by Jeff Carlisle to react to Inter Miami setting a new single-season MLS points record and praise Tata Martino for what he has accomplished this season. Plus, the guys give a recap of the MLS decision day matches that happened over the weekend and give out their predictions on who will win the MLS Cup. Later on, the crew discuss Gregg Berhalter's comments regarding his USMNT firing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/22/24
In episode 409 of Futbol Americas, Seb is joined by Kasey Keller to look back on the USMNT's international window and discuss Tim Howard's criticism of Christian Pulisic being sent away from camp early. Then, Barack Fever joins to break down Mexico's performance against the USMNT and look at if Raúl Jiménez is their solution at striker. Plus, Gustavo Hofman evaluates the current state of the Brazil national team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 10/18/24
Seb and Ali are joined by Christen Press to discuss her rehabilitation that got her back on the field and playing. Plus, Jeff Kassouf joins the show to break down Portland Thorns beating Orlando Pride 2-0 to end their unbeaten season. Also, they react to Temwa Chawinga breaking NWSL's single-season scoring record and whether this secures her being named MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 10/16/24
In episode 408 of Futbol Americas: Seb & Herc are joined by Kasey Keller & Mauricio Pedroza to break down USMNT's 2-0 loss to Mexico in Guadalajara. The guys discuss Poch's team selection & USMNT's disappointing performance as well as Raul Jimenez's Man of the Match showing for El Tri. Plus, live reaction from Poch himself at his post game presser. Also, Messi bags a hat trick for Argentina against Bolivia in a 6-0 rout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/16/24
In episode 407 of Futbol Americas, Seb and former USMNT goalkeeper Kasey Keller are joined by ESPN's Jeff Carlisle to dive into Mauricio Pochettino's first match as the USMNT head coach in a 2-0 victory over Panama. They discuss his comments after the match and position battles like goalkeeper and striker. Then, ESPN's Mauricio Pedroza joins to talk about Mexico's lackluster draw against LALIGA's Valencia CF and to preview an upcoming US vs Mexico matchup. Plus, a discussion on whether Major...
Published 10/15/24
Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez break down Venezuela's 1-1 draw against Argentina and question if the match should have even been played on a water logged pitch. Plus, the guys are joined by Kasey Keller to break down the USMNT's increased intensity under Mauricio Pochettino and argue if Gregg Berhalter is an exciting hire for the Chicago Fire. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 10/11/24
Seb and Ali are joined by Orlando Pride's General Manager Haley Carter for an exclusive interview and discuss Orlando's clinching their first NWSL shield. Later on Jeff Kassouf joins the show to react on Temwa Chawinga ties NWSL single-season scoring record and whether can she break it with three games remaining in the season. Plus, Emma Hayes announces first futures camp since 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 10/09/24
Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez break down AC Milan's penalty drama after Christian Pulisic's teammates missed two penalties despite the American being the club's designated penalty taker. The guys are joined by Shaka Hislop to question if Pulisic needs to be more selfish among his teammates. Plus, the guys break down why Luis Suarez is criticizing Marcelo Bielsa's culture as Uruguay manager and question why MLS has 34 players nominated for MVP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 10/08/24
In episode 404 of Futbol Americas, Seb & Herc dive into Mauricio Pochettino announcing the USMNT roster for the upcoming international window including a call-up of goalkeeper Zack Steffen. Then, Seb is joined by ESPN's Barak Fever to discuss the Mexican national team's roster for the international window with the likes of Memo Ochoa and Germán Berterame being called up. Plus, USL's Nick Markanich joins the show to talk about joining CD Castellon in LALIGA 2 and his journey through the...
Published 10/04/24
Seb & Ali are joined by Washington Spirit coach & former Barcelona Femini coach Jonatan Giraldez for an exclusive interview & discuss the highly anticipated match between the Spirit & Orlando Pride. Plus, legend Christine Sinclair announces she will retire from professional soccer after the end of the NWSL season. Also, it's almost NWSL playoff time, who's making the cut & who's missing out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 10/02/24
In episode 403 of Futbol Americas, Herc dives into his USMNT striker depth chart to determine who Mauricio Pochettino should add to his squad. Then, Seb and Herc are joined by ESPN's Lizzy Becherano to discuss the 2026 World Cup trying to incorporate a Super Bowl-like halftime performance and Lionel Messi's form with Inter Miami since his return from injury. Plus, reaction to Raul Jimenez reaching a milestone in the Premier League and what it means for the Mexican striker. Learn more about...
Published 10/01/24
In episode 402 of Futbol Americas Seb and Herc react to LAFC beating Sporting Kansas City 3-1 in their first final win since 2022. Also the guys discuss Club America winning their first Campeones Cup against Columbus Crew. Plus, a look at Concacaf announcing venues for the 2025 Gold Cup tournament. Shaka Hislop joins the show to break down Santi Gimenez's injury and what will it mean for El Tri moving forward and how poorly Edson Alvarez's performance has been from coming back from...
Published 09/27/24
Seb & Ali discuss Ali & Gotham FC's historic visit to the White House becoming the 1st NWSL team to be honored at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. Plus, Jeff Kassouf joins the show to talk NWSL playoff race & more. Also, North Carolina Courage's Ashley Sanchez joins the crew for an exclusive interview! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 09/25/24
In episode 401 of Futbol Americas, Alexis Nunez and Herc discuss Christian Pulisic's stellar performance in the Milan Derby. After this performance, Herc believes Pulisic might be the best player in the Concacaf at the moment. Mauricio Pedroza joins the show to react to Santi Gimenez's injury and whether Raul Jimenez could be the solution at striker for El Tri. Plus, they break down some of CONMEBOL stars that performed well over the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Published 09/24/24
In Episode 400 of Futbol Americas, Seb and Herc are joined by Shaka Hislop and James Olley to talk Mauricio Pochettino and Pulisic excited by the Argentinian's appointment. Plus, a look at players from Americas playing in the UCL like Weston Mckennie, Endrick and Santi Gimenez. And, the guys react to the latest FIFA Rankings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 09/20/24
Sebastian Salazar and Ali Krieger are joined by Gemma Soler to break down Aitana Bonmati's new contract with Barcelona and explain why Jonatan Giraldez opted to leave the club this past season. Plus, Ali Krieger gives us her top 5 NWSL MVP candidates so far and Emily Keogh sits down with Leah Williamson to break down the differences between the NWSL and WSL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 09/18/24
Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez react to Lionel Messi's return to action and question if the league's level of play is too low for the Argentine superstar. Mauricio Pedroza also joins the show to react Carlos Vela's return to LAFC and criticize Chivas for their loss to rivals America over the weekend. The guys are also joined by U.S. Soccer CEO JT Batson to break down the hiring of Mauricio Pochettino. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Published 09/17/24