House of Champions: A CBS Soccer Podcast

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Michael Lahoud and Jonathan Johnson recap the Valentine's Day action as PSG and Tottenham's Champions League campaigns suffered first leg setbacks against Bayern Munich and AC Milan, respectively. (01:04) -- PSG beaten: Mbappe dependence, Zaire's record-breaking UCL debut (07:30) -- Bayern Munich: The Sommer masterstroke, Musiala can play, failure to finish the job (...

After a long World Cup hiatus, the Champions League is back for the Round of 16 and Ian Paul Joy, James Benge and Jonathan Johnson are pumped! The stars align at Parc des Princes as PSG welcome Bayern Munich, AC Milan and Tottenham look to shake off their poor form at the San Siro, and goals are expected at Stamford Bridge but not necessarily from Chelsea. Plus, Scott Parker's Brugge, a Europa Lea...

The plan to launch a breakaway competition to rival the Champions League is not going away, but will it ever take hold? Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud react to the latest iteration of the European Super League being proposed by A22 Sports Management. Plus, a comprehensive look ahead to the weekend's fixtures as Leeds and Fiorentina host their respective arch riv...

James Benge and Nigel Reo-Coker are joined by Charlotte FC assistant coach Pa Modou Kah and England U18 coach Michael Johnson for a conversation about the lack of opportunities available to Black coaches and the importance of correcting that imbalance in the game.  (01:39) -- Black leaders & the lack of opportunities (09:05) -- Resilience in the face of rejection (14:27) -- Darren Moore &...

James Benge and Michael Lahoud are joined by Chelsea insider Elizabeth Helenek to discuss a rollercoaster few months at Stamford Bridge. Does the record-breaking January transfer window fill fans with optimism? Is Graham Potter the right man to lead the team? And can Todd Boehly match his predecessor in terms of titles?   (02:05) -- Chelsea 0-0 Fulham: Mudryk's first start, Mount's drop off (08:25...

The Premier League has accused Manchester City of violating over 100 financial rules, setting up the potential of the league's reigning champions being hit with a points deduction or even expulsion. Ian Paul Joy, Fabrizio Romano, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud unpack the breaking news and what it could mean for Pep Guardiola's team. Plus, Leeds United part company with Jesse Marsch, Harry Kan...

The two powerhouses of Milan face off on Sunday, PSG have been dealt a massive injury blow and the attempted rape charges against Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood have been dropped. Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker and James Benge discuss the biggest storylines across Europe's top-flight leagues ahead of a weekend packed with intriguing fixtures. (02:03) -- Inter v Milan: Rossoneri on the ro...

Fabrizio Romano joins Ian Paul Joy, Michael Lahoud and Jonathan Johnson with the inside scoop on Chelsea's starring role on the final day of the January transfer window as the Blues managed to strike a record deal with Benfica while burning their bridges with PSG. Plus, Rafael Leao's contract talks, Tottenham's new right back, and why Julian Araujo is not yet a Barcelona player. (02:47) -- January...

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Michael Lahoud and James Benge recap a dizzying day of last-minute deals to conclude a January transfer window like no other. After missing out on Moises Caicedo, Arsenal settled for Jorginho whose former club, Chelsea, got their main target following a grueling round of negotiations with Benfica. Plus, Tottenham cut ties with one right back to sign another, Man Unit...

With Deadline Day looming large, Ian Paul Joy, Michael Lahoud and Nigel Reo-Coker get the latest transfer news juice from Fabrizio Romano including Joao Cancelo's shock move to Bayern Munich, Chelsea and Arsenal's efforts to reinforce their midfielders, Weston McKennie's proposed move to Leeds, and Tottenham's attempt to sign a left back. Plus, James Benge joins to discuss Pep Guardiola's man-mana...

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud look ahead to a weekend that kicks off with a clash between the Premier League frontrunners and includes some mouth-watering ties in Italy, Germany and beyond. ahead to the weekend's marquee ties in the FA Cup, the Bundesliga, Serie A and Ligue 1. (02:04) -- Man City v Arsenal: Is something wrong in Manchester? (09:47) -- Brighton...

Weston McKennie is inching closer to the Premier League, Christian Pulisic's injury could keep him rooted at Chelsea, but the guys kick off the show with the breaking news that Arnaut Danjuma has completed his shock loan move to Tottenham. Fabrizio Romano provides the latest updates from the final few days of the transfer market before Ian Paul Joy, James Benge and Michael Lahoud focus on the doom...

The Italian giants have been hit with a 15-point deduction following an investigation into the club's financial practices that could also complicate matters for Tottenham. Fabrizio Romano and Matteo Bonetti join the crew to discuss the short- and long-term implications for both clubs on the field and in the transfer market. Plus, the latest on Enzo Fernandez's future, Jude Bellingham's Dortmund si...

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Michael Lahoud and James Benge discuss the biggest fixtures and storylines ahead of a weekend of marquee matchups in the Premier League and Bundesliga. Can the Casemiro-less Red Devils close the gap on the league leaders? How will Bayern Munich look after the winter break? And are Leandro Trossard and Danny Ings good midseason signings? All that and more on the lates...

Fabrizio Romano joins Ian Paul Joy, James Benge and Nigel Reo-Coker to discuss Barcelona's continued book-balancing and squad-building efforts, Arsenal's midfielder search, and the British billionaire looking to buy Manchester United. Plus, Luis Garcia returns to unpack Liverpool's challenging season.  (01:17) -- Kessie-Brozovic swap deal talk, fighting for Pestrianni (06:31) -- Raphinha & Fer...

Mykhailo Mudryk wanted Arsenal and Arsenal wanted Mykhailo Mudryk. So how did he end up signing for Chelsea? And what does it say about the two London clubs' strategies? Fabrizio Romano joins the crew to discuss those very questions and the other big transfer stories brewing during the final few weeks of the January window. (01:26) -- Chelsea's "unbelievable" Mudryk acquisition (05:58) -- Arsenal'...

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker and Michael Lahoud unpack Barcelona's emphatic Spanish Super Cup Final victory over their eternal Clasico rivals. Has Xavi finally cracked the code to get the best out of his team? And after so much success has this Real Madrid squad lost its appetite? Plus, Napoli put the smackdown on Juventus, Arsenal ransacked the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and a controversial deci...

It's a weekend stacked with derbies and grudge games and Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud are here for all of it! Can Spurs close the gap in the North London Derby? Has the pendulum of momentum swung towards the red half of Manchester? Will Juventus cause more anguish to the people of Naples? And who on earth is Enigma 69? All that and more on a bumper edition of...

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker, Jonathan Johnson and Fabrizio Romano sink their teeth into Joao Felix's loan move to Chelsea and the reports suggesting that the Diego Simeone era could be coming to an end at Atletico Madrid. And with Qatar Sports Investments inquiring about a minority stake in Tottenham, the guys discuss fan expectations at the north London club. Plus, breaking news out of France a...

Wout Weghorst has emerged as a serious striker option for Manchester United, Alex Moreno is inching closer to Aston Villa, and Shakhtar are holding out on the Mykhailo Mudryk asking price. Fabrizio Romano joins the crew to discuss the latest stories from the transfer market. Plus, Ian Paul Joy, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud sink their teeth into the backlash towards French Football president...

Ian Paul Joy, Nigel Reo-Coker and Michael Lahoud tie a bow on an entertaining weekend of Serie A, La Liga and FA Cup third round action. Napoli and Juventus benefitted from the Milan teams dropping points, defeats to Madrid's two powerhouses saw Barcelona widen the gap at the La Liga summit, and there were banana skins aplenty for the FA Cup's Premier League contingent. Plus, tributes flooded in f...

James Benge, Nigel Reo-Coker, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud look ahead to a weekend of big European matchups including Barcelona's trip to Atletico Madrid, AC Milan hosting Roma, and Manchester City facing off with Chelsea. Plus, racism continues to rear its ugly head in Serie A, more developments in the unfolding U.S. Soccer soap opera, and Nigel relives the pain of losing in the FA Cup fin...

Fabrizio Romano joins James Benge and Michael Lahoud to unpack the latest stories out of Italy beginning with cash-strapped Juventus, who have decisions to make about the likes of Weston McKennie, Dusan Vlahovic and Angel Di Maria. Plus, reaction to the alleged blackmail attempt against Gregg Berhalter which has prompted an investigation by U.S. Soccer. [01:13] -- Juventus's financial turmoil: McK...

James Benge, Jonathan Johnson, Michael Lahoud and Nigel Reo-Coker look ahead to Wednesday's Serie A fixtures as the Italian top-flight returns to action after the international break. Can Napoli pick up where they left off against an inconsistent Inter? What state is the rest of the Scudetto chasing pack in? And will the chaos in the Juventus boardroom affect what goes on on the field? House of Ch...

Fabrizio Romano discusses the Gunners' continued efforts to sign Shakhtar sensation Mykhailo Mudryk amid reports Chelsea could encroach on the deal. Plus, the latest on Joao Felix's search for a new club, the Enzo Fernandez saga, Romelu Lukaku's wish to remain at Inter and much more. [01:19] -- Mudryk negotiations: Arsenal's improved offer, Chelsea interested [03:55] -- Joao Felix move complicated...