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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

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/adchoice...

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 d...

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 a...

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. V...

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

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/adc...

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....

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. L...

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 podcastchoi...

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 podcastch...

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

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

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...

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 Zin...

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 Cal...

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...

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' l...

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/adch...

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...

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 M...

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

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

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.co...

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/adchoice...