House of Champions: A CBS Soccer Podcast

Despite having Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar in their lineup, Paris Saint-Germain had to settle for a point in Belgium, while elsewhere Jurgen Klopp's men treated fans of the Reds to another epic comeback win over the Rossoneri. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Dre Cordero analyze both games as well as the rest of Wednesday's Champions League action, including Erling Haaland's strong start, Real...

The 2021/22 Champions League group stage started out with a bang! Luis Miguel Echegaray, Jimmy Conrad and James Benge react to a thrilling opening night of action that saw Cristiano Ronaldo's record-equalling appearance get overshadowed by US international Jordan Pefok, Sevilla earn a point despite conceding three penalties, and Bayern Munich continue their tradition of owning the Camp Nou. The pa...

The 2021/22 Champions League group stage kicks into gear this week with a host of mouth-watering fixtures. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Jimmy Conrad look ahead to Tuesday's clash at the Camp Nou, the four games involving Premier League teams, and mull over the best picks. Plus, Jonathan Johnson has all the latest on PSG, reveals Gini Wijnaldum is a fan of podcast and shares his thoughts on Real Madri...

Paul Pogba was rumored to be on his way out of Manchester United last season, but that was before a certain striker returned to Old Trafford. Fabrizio Romano joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the Frenchman's future and Cristiano Ronaldo's big money deal with the Red Devils. Plus, Paulo Dybala's contract negotiations, the race to sign Dušan Vlahović and why FC Dallas fans don't need to worry a...

After Cristiano Ronaldo stole the show on Saturday, the attention turned to Elland Road on Sunday where the Reds were too much for Marcelo Bielsa's men to handle. Luis Miguel Echegaray, Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce analyze Liverpool's dominant display, look over the rest of the action from Europe's Top 5 leagues, and discuss what Juventus' latest setback could mean for Weston McKennie's USMNT pro...

Cristiano Ronaldo marked his first Premier League game in 12 years with two goals in front of a jubilant Old Trafford. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Jimmy Conrad discuss the Portuguese's performance against the Magpies and what his return will mean for his Manchester United teammates and the title race. Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and whereve...

You'd expect Cristiano Ronaldo's second debut for Manchester United to be must-watch TV, however, outside of Old Trafford no one in England will be tuning in. Luis Miguel Echegaray and James Benge discuss the curious case of the 3pm blackout, and look ahead to an action-packed weekend full of fixtures in the Premier League and elsewhere, alongside Jimmy Conrad who shares his betting tips. Plus, Ma...

Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce wax poetic about Ricardo Pepi following the 18-year-old's match-winning heroics in a dramatic 4-1 victory over Los Catrachos. As well as the World Cup qualification debutant's goal and brace of assists, the self-described USMNT has-beens also analyze Gregg Berhalter's lineup and substitutions, reflect on the team's campaign so far, and recap the rest of Wednesday's Oc...

Weston McKennie is suspended, Gio Reyna is injured and the mood among fans is dire. But despite the disappointing start to the USMNT's 2022 World Cup qualification campaign, Heath Pearce and Jimmy Conrad remain cautiously optimistic ahead of Wednesday's clash in San Pedro Sula. The pair talks entitlement, experience and Gregg Berhalter's options against Honduras, as well as betting tips and the re...

Christian Pulisic’s return to the starting lineup didn’t have the desired effect as the USMNT had to settle for a point in Nashville. Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce react to another disappointing result for Gregg Berhalter’s men, one compounded by the omission of Weston McKennie from the squad due to a disciplinary issue. Plus, Mexico stay perfect, Panama hammer Michail Antonio’s Jamaica and El Sal...

Heath Pearce and Jimmy Conrad welcome in CBS Sports' play-by-play commentator Dre Cordero to discuss the USMNT's start to the World Cup qualification campaign as well as Sunday's clash against Canada in Nashville. Wiso Vazquez joins after the break to share his thoughts on Mexico's narrow win over Jamaica, the furore over Tata Martino's tactics and El Tri's chances away to Costa Rica. Plus, bettin...

It wasn’t pretty but Gregg Berhalter’s boys left a hostile Estadio Cuscatlán with a point in the bag. Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce pick apart an uninspiring start to the USMNT's qualification campaign for the 2022 World Cup, and analyze Thursday's other three Octagonal games: Canada vs. Honduras, Panama vs. Costa Rica and Mexico vs. Jamaica. Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, St...

Cristiano Ronaldo missed a penalty but popped up late with a brace to secure Portugal a dramatic 2-1 win over Ireland in World Cup qualification, becoming the all-time leading goalscorer in men's international soccer in the process. Luis Miguel Echegaray speaks with his heartbroken producer, Des Norris, to marvel at the Manchester United man's latest feat. Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcast...

Former USA internationals Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce look ahead to Thursday's clash at Estadio Cuscatlan and discuss the options available to Gregg Berhalter as the USMNT looks to kick off the 2022 World Cup qualification campaign with a convincing win on the road. Plus, betting tips, Mexico's behind-closed-doors clash against Jamaica and Canada's opener against Honduras. Qué Golazo' is availab...

As the 2021 summer transfer window draws to a close, Luis Miguel Echegaray, Jimmy Conrad and Jonathan Johnson react in real time to Atletico Madrid's stunning attempt to re-sign Antoine Griezmann from Barcelona, and try to pick their jaws off the floor in the wake of an insane few months of player musical chairs that have altered the balance of power among Europe's biggest clubs. Qué Golazo' is av...

To mark the beginning of National Hispanic/Latino and LatinX Heritage Month in September, Luis Miguel Echegaray welcomes in two very special guests - the voice of LAFC, Max Bretos, and CBS Sports’ very own Jenny Chiu - to celebrate la cultura, as well as discuss representation on and off the field, the complex feelings dual nationals experience and the work media outlets, leagues and federations s...

Is Kylian Mbappe staying at PSG? What next for Daniel James? And who was the summer window's biggest winner? With deadline day fast approaching, Fabrizio Romano answers all your transfer-related questions.  Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter:  @quegolazopod ,  @lmec...

Lionel Messi made his Ligue 1 competitive bow, but it was Kylian Mbappe who provided the heroics. Luis Miguel Echegaray, Jimmy Conrad and Heath Pearce discuss Paris Saint-Germain's win over Reims and Real Madrid's desperate efforts to prise the French forward away from the French capital. Plus reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's move the Manchester United, a breakdown of the biggest winners and losers...

There are derbies, and then there's the Old Firm derby. Luis Miguel Echegaray catches up with Rangers midfielder Steven Davis and Celtic captain Callum McGregor to discuss Sunday's clash between the two sides as well as the significance of one of the world's fiercest and most historic rivalries. Rangers vs. Celtic will be streaming live and exclusively on Paramount+, Sunday, August 29th at 7:00am...

12 years after leaving Manchester United as a super star, Cristiano Ronaldo is back. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Jimmy Conrad react to one of the most stunning moves of an already mind-blowing transfer window and discuss how the five-time Ballon d’Or will fit into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's system. Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else...

Cristiano Ronaldo has split with Juventus as Manchester United considers bringing the 36-year-old back to Old Trafford. Fabrizio Romano joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the unfolding developments involving the Portuguese star, as well as provide an update on Real Madrid's latest bid to sign Kylian Mbappe. Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox...

Can Liverpool's formidable defense withstand the might of Chelsea's No 9? Is another defeat on the cards for Arsenal? And will Lionel Messi finally make his PSG debut? Luis Miguel Echegaray and Jimmy Conrad ponder these questions and more before talking betting strategies with special guest David Sumpter whose new book, "Ten Equations That Rule The World," is an absolutely must-read for anyone loo...

Gregg Berhalter has named his 26-man squad ahead of the qualification campaign for the 2022 World Cup kicking off next week. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Jimmy Conrad are joined by Dre Cordero to breakdown a roster that includes the likes of Christian Pulisic and FC Dallas prodigy Pepi Ricardo, as well as discuss the state of El Tri and the challenges that lie ahead in the Octagonal. Qué Golazo' is a...

With rumors swirling about another major signing at Manchester City, there's potential for a Messi v Ronaldo showdown in Group A. Luis Miguel Echegaray, Jimmy Conrad and Jonathan Johnson unpack a Champions League group stage draw full of intriguing matchups, including PSG v Manchester City, Atletico Madrid v Liverpool, and Chelsea v Juventus. Who are the biggest winners and losers? What is the "Gr...

Real Madrid are prepared to spend €160m to make Kylian Mbappe a Galatico this summer, but PSG have other plans. Fabrizio Romano joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the tug-of-war between the two clubs, as well as the latest development in the Harry Kane saga and what it means for Manchester City. Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and whereve...