Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce look ahead to Tuesday's all-MLS semifinal second leg between LAFC and Philadelphia Union, and discuss the all-Liga MX affair on Wednesday as Tigres UNAL take on Leon. Plus, questions for Matt Crocker, tough defeats for Leeds and Valencia, and Argentina are moving into Miami. (04:48) -- Charlie Davies Recaps time in England (12:05) -- Fan Culture in Eng...

With UEFA looking to expand, the possibility has arisen that some games could be played in the States! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce take a look at the possibility of this happening and what sites could be used. PLUS CCL and Open Cup reaction. (01:10) -- Chuck's sleepover with Thierry Henry in England (07:46) -- UCL to potentially play final in USA (14:06) -- Can salary cap work in...

Matt Crocker is set to become the U.S. Soccer Federation's new sporting director and Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce have some thoughts on the matter. Plus, Leeds United's Premier League fate hangs in the balance and that's bad news for three USMNT stars, reaction to the USYNT being drawn into Group B of the U-20 World Cup, and the guys share their Best Teammates XIs. (00:47) USSF to...

Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce unpack the action from Glendale, Arizona where Anthony Hudson's largely MLS-based Stars and Stripes rallied back from a 1-0 deficit with a late Jesus Ferreira goal. (02:00) -- Starting XI breakdown (20:39) -- 3 Up, 3 Down - USMNT vs Mexico edition (41:10) -- Argentina to host U20 World Cup (46:54) -- Weekend matches to keep an eye on In Soccer We Trust is available fo...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce look ahead to Wednesday's clash with El Tri and sink their teeth into the USMNT's group stage opponents in this summer's CONCACAF Gold Cup draw. 00:00 Intro 03:54 USMNT starting XI vs Mexico 17:33 Importance, no matter what game vs Mexico, it is to win 23:17 Taking a look at USA Gold Cup Group 32:49 Roster if Anthony Hudson in charge and possible break...

Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce sink their teeth into Anthony Hudson's MLS-heavy roster ahead of next week's friendly. Plus, reaction to the Dante Vanzeir racism scandal, and should the 2023 Gold Cup games be more equitably spread out across the CONCACAF region? (01:30) -- Mostly an all MLS Roster and why (11:30) -- Positional breakdown of roster (23:03) -- Racism and how to deal with it in Soccer (...

Leicester City were set to appoint Jesse Marsch to help them in their relegation fight, but now the Wisconsin native is out of the running. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce discuss that and unpack the weekend action from a Stars and Stripes' POV. (02:45) -- Jesse Marsch says no to Leicester City (08:46) -- Next best fit for Jesse Marsch (22:42) -- Ricardo Pepi not happy with Augsburg...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce discuss Anthony Hudson's options as the USMNT prepares to face El Tri later this month. Plus, a debate about the center back depth chart, a CONCACAF Champions League roundup, and Christian Pulisic's prospects under returning Chelsea coach Frank Lampard. (05:32) -- USMNT 13th in FIFA's latest rankings (12:33) -- Hudson talks USMNT roster and more MLS pl...

Christian Pulisic faces more upheaval at Chelsea with a new manager set to take charge of the struggling Blues. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce discuss what baring Graham Potter's firing will have on the USMNT captain, and unpack the weekend's action on both sides of the pond. (01:42) -- Graham Potter sacked (14:11) -- Fulham struggle but Ricardo Pepi keeps hot form (30:40) -- Malik...

The U.S. is set to face Mexico in the CONCACAF Nations League Semifinals and Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce are here to give an early preview and who they think is a lock. PLUS FIFA moving the U20 World Cup from Indonesia and is it too early to call Brenden Aaronson a flop? 02:35 CONCACAF Nations League Final Four set - Big takeaways 03:16 3 Positive takeaways for USMNT 08:57 Negati...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce unpack the action from Orlando as the USMNT advance to the CONCACAF Nations League Final Four with a grueling 1-0 win over El Salvador. (01:52) -- Initial reaction including Daryl Dike getting the nod (10:35) -- Breaking down the slow first half (25:52) -- Rating the CB over the past 2 matches (29:50) -- Thoughts on the front 3 (35:08) -- Show a need f...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce recap the Stars and Stripes' first competitive game of 2023, breaking down the 7-1 win over Grenada, as well as the latest developments in the USMNT'S efforts to recruit Ligue 1 sensation Folarin Balogun. (0:00) -- Intro (01:00) -- Instant reaction (09:22) -- Thoughts on Gio Reyna (21:00) -- Good and Bad from back 4 (28:33) -- midfield talk (32:20) --...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce look ahead to the Stars and Stripes first competitive game since the World Cup as the team kicks off its Nations League title defense on the road to Grenada. (05:25) - CONCACAF Nations League overview (07:38) - Overall focus for USMNT (13:30) - Thought's on Tim' reams interview (16:16) - Folarin Balogun leaves U21 camp...England's! (21:28) - Start Serg...

Jimmy Conrrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce recap the weekend's European and MLS action from the perspective of the USMNT players tuning up for Nations League duty. Plus, reaction to Christian Pulisic's comments on Gregg Berhalter and the main takeaways from US Soccer's AGM. (01:13) -- To flop or not to flop: Charlie fesses up to simulating (07:30) -- Americans Abroad: Weah injured, Leeds win,...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce discuss the 23-man USMNT squad for the CONCACAF Nations League, and overall they're happy with Anthony choices. Tyler Adams is injured and Cameron Carter-Vickers, Chris Richards and Josh Sargent have been omitted, but Gio Reyna, Ricardo Pepi and Daryl Dike return to the forward line, while Alejandro Zendejas also gets the nod for the upcoming games aga...

Gregg Berhalter remains a candidate to coach the USMNT following the findings of the investigation into allegations made about his past conduct, but whether he actually returns to the role is another matter. Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce discuss the bombshell report, the Reynas' attempts to influence U.S. Soccer's higher ups during the men's World Cup, and what comes next for all the parties invol...

U.S. Soccer president Cindy Parlow Cone gets paid less than minimum wage to do her job? Zero dollars an hour to be precise. Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce discuss the proposal being put forth at U.S. Soccer’s 2023 AGM to change that and make the USSF’s top-ranking a salaried employee. Plus, a Gregg Berhalter sighting, teenagers taking MLS by storm, and a look ahead to Wednesday’s roster announcemen...

Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce recap a whacky week of Champions League action on both sides of the pond. Plus, Charlie Davies has some big news to share and the guys look ahead to the final weekend of fixtures before the USMNT roster is revealed. (05:08) -- Jimmy talks Ted Lasso (12:04) -- UCL Recap including Pulisic and Gio meeting again (28:13) -- CONCACAF CL round up - LAFC and Vancouver shine,...

Inter Miami's pursuit of the Argentine superstar is no secret - even MLS commissioner Don Garber is talking about it! The guys are joined by Paul Tenorio of The Athletic to discuss the league's willingness to facilitate the deal, the roadmap to more expansion teams, Gio Reyna's USMNT future and more! (04:00) -- Paul Tenorio joins to talk MLS (04:28) -- What it will take to get Messi to Inter Miami...

With the Stars and Stripes in competitive action later this month, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce assess the player pool and predict Anthony Hudson's 23-man squad. (03:43) -- New Nations League format starting next cycle (11:30) -- Roster Breakdown - GK (16:30) -- Roster Breakdown - FB (22:40) -- Roster Breakdown - CB (30:11) -- Roster Breakdown - MD (37:46) -- Roster Breakdown - Wi...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce unpack the action from an MLS opening day full of swings and roundabouts as Thiago Almada saved the day for Atlanta, DC United came back from the dead and St. Louis City got off to a dream start. Plus, a whistle-stop tour of Europe to check in on the Americans abroad and special guest Ali Curtis joins to discuss MLS Next Pro, discovering Tyler Adams an...

With the 2023 MLS season days away from kicking off, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce discuss the league's plans to expand into new markets, the revamped postseason schedule, the chances of LAFC repeating, and which teams will be sporting the freshest kits. Plus, the U-17s are officially World Cup bound, the USWNT triumph in the SheBelieves Cup, and Leeds United face another must-win...

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce discuss the potential impact of multiple USMNT players dropping down a division as Leeds, Valencia and Groningen find themselves in the midst of relegation fights. (00:00) -- Intro (04:48) -- Promotion and Relegation a good thing? (25:30) -- No sense of desperation in MLS (33:03) -- Importance of USL (41:25) -- Gio Reyna on the bench....again (48:58) -...

Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce celebrate the USMNT, Canada and Mexico automatically qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, Jesse Marsch's Southampton talks collapse, Christian Pulisic is being linked with Atletico Madrid and the Leeds boys are in must-win mode. (01:20) -- Qualified for 2026, where does preparation come in to play? (07:09) -- Thierry Henry a good fit for USMNT? (22:05) -- Jesse Ma...

With the USMNT head coach search still ongoing, Mexico have already found their new manager. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce unpack Diego Cocca's appointment and whether he's the right man for the job. (06:30) -- Mexico hire new manager (17:10) -- Jesse Marsch to Southampton? (26:55) -- Canada Women's team and SheBelieves Cup latest (41:20) -- Making Folarin Balogun a priority for US...