Morning Footy: A soccer show from CBS Sports Golazo Network

Nearly one year on from Mauricio Pochettino making his bow as USMNT head coach in Austin, the Stars and Stripes return to the Texas capital to take on Ecuador. The Morning Footy crew reacts to the latest news out of camp with Christian Pulisic, Antonee Robinson, and Alex Zendejas all doubtful after missing training on Thursday. How has team culture changed under Poch, and how will the Argentinean...

The Morning Footy crew reacts to the latest headlines from around the soccer world! Manchester United minority owner Jim Ratcliffe has declared his intention to give Ruben Amorim three years to prove himself, much to the surprise of fans and pundits alike. Resident United supporter Michael Lahoud has plenty to say about the decision, as the panel debates whether patience or pressure is what Old Tr...

Matchday 1 of the UEFA Women’s Champions League delivered fireworks, and the Morning Footy crew is breaking down the standout performances. From Melchie Dumornay’s brilliant brace in Lyon’s 2-1 win over Arsenal, to Linda Caicedo’s three-assist masterclass for Real Madrid, and Cecilia Salvai’s heroics in Juventus’ comeback against Benfica, there was no shortage of drama. Plus, Aaron West unveils hi...

Spain are flying high, unbeaten in over a year and among the favorites to win next summer’s World Cup. But is there reason for concern? The Morning Footy crew breaks down La Furia Roja’s qualifying campaign and debates whether Lamine Yamal’s heavy workload is a warning sign. With the 18-year-old juggling club and country duties, the panel weighs in on how Spain and Barcelona should handle a genera...

The Morning Footy crew celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with MLS and USMNT legend Marcelo Balboa. Marcelo opens up about embracing his Argentinian roots, building a bilingual broadcasting career, and playing alongside Tony Meola. Plus, with Mauricio Pochettino leading the USMNT toward a home World Cup, Marcelo shares his thoughts on team culture, expectations, and communication from the touchlin...

The Morning Footy crew previews the USMNT’s upcoming friendlies against Ecuador and Australia and sets expectations for Mauricio Pochettino’s side. Christian Pulisic’s summer reset is fueling his form at AC Milan, but can it spark the national team too? Plus, the crew debates the pros and cons of a 3-4-2-1 setup ahead of the October window. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as...

The Athletic’s Felipe Cárdenas joins Morning Footy to talk all things El Tri ahead of friendlies against Colombia and Ecuador. What does success look like for Javier Aguirre after a rough September window? How will Mexico cope with Rodrigo Huesca’s injury, and can Julián Araujo break into the starting XI before the World Cup? Plus, with Gilberto Mora in action at the U20 World Cup, what does the f...

Arsenal’s UEFA Women’s Champions League defense begins with a 2-1 loss to OL Lyonnes, and Lisa Carlin joins Aaron West and Claudia Pagan to break down all the Matchday 1 storylines. Are big-spending OL Lyonnes the team to beat? Or is Barcelona’s 7-1 demolition of Bayern the real statement? Plus, will American Alyssa Thompson feature for Chelsea today? Morning Footy is available for free on the Aud...

USMNT defender Mark McKenzie joins the Morning Footy crew straight from October camp to talk life on and off the pitch - from fatherhood to facing Ecuador and Australia. McKenzie dives into Mauricio Pochettino’s tactical setup, his communication style, and what he’s learned under the Argentine coach. Plus, Mark looks back on his time with Tony Meola in the youth national team ranks and reflects on...

The Morning Footy crew reacts to UEFA’s stunning decision to allow two European league matches - Villarreal vs Barcelona in Miami and AC Milan vs Como in Perth - to be played abroad. Aleksander Ceferin insists it’s an “exceptional” case, not a precedent, but fans are furious. Are domestic leagues selling out their traditions, or is this global expansion inevitable? Morning Footy is available for f...

Mbizo Mzamane joins Michael Lahoud to break down Nigeria’s disastrous World Cup qualifying campaign. From tactical missteps to leadership concerns, the pair assess where the panic meter stands, and what’s at stake if the Super Eagles fail to make it to the world’s biggest stage. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to...

The Morning Footy crew reacts to Mauricio Pochettino’s revelation that he doesn’t explain roster decisions to his USMNT players - whether they’re called in or left out. Is this hands-off approach standard at the international level, or could it backfire with a young American squad? Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen...

Benjamin Cremaschi joins Michael Lahoud and Tony Meola from Chile after the U.S. U-20 Men’s National Team clinched top spot in World Cup Group E. He reflects on the team’s dominant 3-0 win over France, the tight-knit bond within the squad, and what it means to wear the captain’s armband under Marko Mitrović. Plus, Benjamin discusses his loan move to Parma and the lessons he’s taken from playing al...

The Morning Footy crew welcomes Phil Kitromilides to break down all the latest from LaLiga. Sevilla stunned Barcelona with a 4-1 win, raising fresh questions about Hansi Flick’s high line. Lamine Yamal is sidelined for Spain’s upcoming qualifiers, while Marcus Rashford is stepping up on his loan move to Barça. Meanwhile, Vinícius Jr. looks revitalized under Xabi Alonso, but another of Real Madrid’...

The Morning Footy crew unpacks all the big talking points from the weekend’s Serie A action. Christian Pulisic’s missed penalty proved costly as Juventus and AC Milan played out a goalless draw. With Jonathan David still struggling to find his rhythm in Turin, who should Igor Tudor trust as his first-choice No. 9? Meanwhile, Rasmus Højlund’s hot streak continues as Napoli remain top of the table....

The Morning Footy crew breaks down Chelsea’s 2-1 win over Liverpool - a third straight loss in all competitions for Arne Slot’s side. Is it time to sound the alarm, or just a temporary dip in form? With new signings still adjusting, the panel debates whether Mohamed Salah deserves more scrutiny. Then, Geoff Shreeves joins to calm the Liverpool panic, assess Thomas Tuchel’s early decisions as Engla...

Geoff Shreeves joins the Morning Footy crew to preview the weekend’s Premier League action. Ange Postecoglou faces mounting pressure as his Nottingham Forest side remain winless after six matches, while Arne Slot needs to carefully manage the minutes of Liverpool's front men. And at Manchester United, the struggles continue... is it time for Ruben Amorim to face the chop? Morning Footy is availabl...

Jimmy Conrad joins the Morning Footy crew to dissect Mauricio Pochettino’s USMNT roster for the upcoming friendlies against Ecuador and Australia. The coach bristled at questions over leaving out Joe Scally and Yunus Musah, while Jimmy raises fresh questions about Weston McKennie’s role in the squad. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and where...

The Morning Footy crew previews Sunday’s blockbuster clash between Juventus and AC Milan. Max Allegri returns to Turin with his side sitting top of Serie A - can he lead the Rossoneri to a dub against the Old Lady? With Weston McKennie and Christian Pulisic set to square off, the crew breaks down the Americans’ form and the keys to victory for both sides. Morning Footy is available for free on the...

The Morning Footy crew recaps a dramatic Thursday in the Europa League. Lille keeper Berke Özer stole the show with three straight penalty saves to shock Roma, all three Scottish clubs suffered defeats, and Ange Postecoglou’s woes continued as Nottingham Forest fell to FC Midtjylland. Plus, the crew debates which sides have what it takes to finish the League Phase in the Top 8. Morning Footy is av...

The Morning Footy crew welcomes BJ Callaghan fresh off guiding Nashville SC to the club’s first-ever trophy - the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. Callaghan reflects on the historic night, Hany Mukhtar’s transformative impact since joining the expansion side, and shares his thoughts on Sam Surridge’s baffling red card in the dying minutes against Austin FC. Morning Footy is available for free on the Auda...

The Morning Footy crew previews Saturday’s marquee Premier League showdown as Liverpool travel to Stamford Bridge. With both sides eager to rebound from poor results, who’s feeling the most pressure? The crew discusses Folarin Wirtz’s slow start in England, whether Alexander Isak can deliver after his big-money move, and if Enzo Maresca’s counter-attack can exploit Arne Slot’s vulnerable defense....

Lisa Carlin, Jen Beattie, and Aaron West get hyped for the kickoff of the UEFA Women’s Champions League season. With a new format in play, the crew debates the big storylines: Are reigning champions Arsenal even stronger this year? Can OL Lyonnes' American stars help restore continental dominance? Will Chelsea finally reach the European summit? And how will Barcelona cope after a summer of key dep...

The Morning Footy crew dives into the rest of Wednesday’s Champions League drama. Arsenal showcased their balance and depth in a 2-0 win over Olympiakos, while Erling Haaland called for more from Man City after a frustrating 2-2 draw in Monaco. Plus, Kevin De Bruyne and Rasmus Højlund are thriving together at Napoli after crossing the Manchester divide. Morning Footy is available for free on the A...

The Morning Footy crew breaks down PSG’s 2-1 victory over Barcelona in Wednesday’s marquee Champions League clash. With Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes shining once again, are PSG’s fullbacks the best in the world? Plus, questions mounting for Hansi Flick as Barça’s high line continues to get ruthlessly exposed. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify...