Morning Footy: A soccer show from CBS Sports Golazo Network

Luis Garcia joins the MF crew to preview a brand new season in the Spanish top-flight. What are the expectations for Real Madrid following the arrival of Kylian Mbappé? Can Hansi Flick return Barcelona to glory? Or will Diego Simeone's reinforced Colchoneros upset the applecart? Plus, what is the mood in Spain ahead of Friday's Olympics men's final? Morning Footy is available for free on the Audac...

The MF crew discuss Friday’s Olympics men’s soccer final at the Parc des Princes. Has Thierry Henry already proven his managerial credentials or would failing to win on home soil impact his future job prospects?   Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSport...

Before getting into the day’s top headlines, Hannah Cash flexes about her brother Matthew’s jersey swap collection. Then, the MF crew discuss Mauricio Pochettino amid reports the former Tottenham, PSG and Chelsea boss is US Soccer’s top target to replace Gregg Berhalter as United States men’s national team head coach. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts,...

Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as one of the front runners to take over at head coach of the USMNT. Paul Tenorio, Senior Writer for the Athletic, joins to discuss this breaking news, how likely it is to happen, and whether or not he's the man for the job. Pochettino was Ligue 1 Champion with PSG in 2021-22, 4x EPL Manager of the Month and 2x EFL Cup Runner-up with Chelsea & Tottenham, and 2018-19...

The Morning Footy crew react to the reports that former Borussia Dortmund legend and World Cup winner Marco Reus is finalizing a deal with the L.A. Galaxy. His contract with Dortmund had expired this summer ending his twelve year stint with the club in which he scored 170 goals in more than 400 appearances. The L.A. Galaxy currently sit on top of the Western Conference in MLS and are looking to wi...

The Morning Footy crew react to the news that Atalanta head coach Gian Piero Gasperini has confirmed in an interview that Teun Koopmeiners is no longer training with the squad as the player is pushing to transfer to Juventus. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitte...

The Morning Footy crew welcome in Anita Jones, CBS Sports EFL correspondent, to discuss the upcoming season which kicks off this weekend. The group chat about the favorites who have the potential to be promoted to the Premier League, those who are most likely to drop down to League 1, and the Cinderella story of Wrexham and if they can win promotion for a third season in a row and qualify for EFL....

The Morning Footy crew breakdown the teams that they considers losers this summer transfer window. First up, Susannah focus on Liverpool. The reason why, no one in, no one out. Next, Nico takes a look at Tottenham. Their moves so far are not impressing, but there is still a chance with some notable rumors swirling. Then, Nigel discusses Chelsea and their shambolic state of mind. And finally, Alexi...

The Morning Footy crew take a look at what clubs are having the best summer transfer window so far. First, Nico discusses Atlético Madrid moves so far. Then, Nigel breaks down everything going on at Aston Villa. Next, Alexis talks about Manchester United and what they've been able to bring in. And finally, Susannah weighs in on Bayern Munich and the transfers they've done so far coming off, what s...

Nigel Reo-Coker caught up with the Gunners’ three Gabbys - Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Magalhães - to talk about building on last season’s second-place EPL finish, working under Mikel Arteta, their Brazilian connection and English cuisine!  Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow th...

Lisa Carlin joins to talk some NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup following KC Current and Gotham FC’s semifinal victories. What’s the explanation for Vlatko Andonovski’s turnaround in the dugout following the disappointment of his USWNT tenure? And what impact will the October international break have on the two finalists? Plus, Lisa shares her thoughts on Tuesday’s Olympics semifinals after the U...

CBS Sports Bundesliga correspondent Rafael Honigstein joins the MF crew to set the scene ahead of the 2024/25 season. Can Bayern Munich bounce back under new coach Vincent Kompany? How will Leverkusen fare after going unbeaten last time around? Can the likes of Dortmund, Stuttgart or RB Leipzig muscle in on the title race? And are the walls closing in on Pellegrino Matarazzo at Hoffenheim?  Mornin...

The MF crew discuss the reports of ongoing discussions between LAFC and Antoine Griezmann. The French superstar has made no secret of his desire to play in MLS one day, but amid a big summer rebuild at Atletico Madrid is now the time to leave Diego Simeone’s ranks?   Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. ...

Nigel Reo-Coker returns to the MF desk after spending some time on Arsenal and West Ham’s preseason tours, and talks about how the summer schedule has changed since his Premier League playing days. Then, the crew analyze the United States women’s national team’s narrow 1-0 win over Germany, and wax poetic about heroes of the hour Emma Hayes, Alyssa Naeher and Naomi Girma. And after Brazil stunned...

The Morning Footy crew welcome in Senior Writer Paul Tenorio of The Athletic to discuss the USMNT's interest in trying to bring on Hoffenheim's Pellegrino Matarazzo as new head coach. Tenorio also lays out what the criteria is for the USMNT head coach search. What is the deadline for hiring Berhalter's replacement? And what are the obstacles? The group also discuss who the top 3 candidates are at...

The Morning Footy crew welcome in Polish International and current Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski. He is Poland's all-time leading goal scorer and currently has 59 goals in 95 apps for his club Barca in just two seasons. The group talk about reuniting with former and now current coach Hansi Flick, mentoring younger players, competing with Real Madrid, and finally, how he stays in shape. Morn...

The Morning Footy crew preview today's Women's Semifinal matchups at the Olympics which include the USWNT facing off against Germany and Brazil taking on Spain. First up, will Emma Hayes stick with same lineup used vs Japan? And how difficult is it for these teams with such quick turnarounds between matches? As for the other Semifinal, does Brazil have what it takes to knock off Spain? And finally...

The Morning Footy crew react to the reports that Julián Álvarez reportedly will be leaving Manchester City to head over to La Liga and join Atlético de Madrid. The deal is reportedly worth $103 million. Álvarez, only 24, has won just about everything you can, a Champions League title, multiple Premier League titles, a Copa América title, and of course a World Cup title. For Man City, he started 39...

The Morning Footy crew go over yesterday's Men's Olympic Semifinal results which saw Spain defeat Morocco by a score of 2-1 and hosts France thwart Egypt 3-1. Spain, thanks to their first Olympic comeback win since 2020, now reach their second straight Olympic final. The nation seems to be finding success at every level. As for France, all 3 of their goal were scored after the 80th minute and have...

The Morning Footy crew discuss the reports that Chelsea and England national team midfielder Conor Gallagher is headed to Atlético Madrid. The 24 year old is on his way to Spain today to sign a 5-year deal with the La Liga club worth $44 million. Chelsea did offer Gallagher a contract extension this summer but ultimately he turned it down due to it being a short term offer. Morning Footy is availa...

The Morning Footy crew welcome in CBS MLS Insider Tom Bogert on to the show to discuss all the latest rumors and news surrounding MLS and US players overseas including Tom breaking the news that Fulham defender and USMNT player Tim Ream will be heading to MLS to join Charlotte FC. Tom also weighs in on the futures of Weston McKinnie, Tanner Tessman, Griffin Yow, and goalkeeper Matt Turner. Morning...

The Morning Footy crew react to the reports that Juventus head coach Thiago Motta is looking to make roster changes before this upcoming season and several players have been left out of the plans moving forward. One player in particular that won't be part of the project moving forward is American Weston McKennie and was advised to find a new club. This is the second time in two seasons that this h...

The Morning Footy crew breakdown the US 23's loss to Morocco in the quarterfinals in Paris. Morocco shut out the US, a team that just couldn't match up against the country on the rise in world football. What exactly went wrong for the US Men's team and where do they go from here? Is quality the problem for USA Men's Soccer? The group discuss what needs to change in order for the US to be able to c...

The Morning Footy crew welcome back Geoff Shreeves to discuss the upcoming season kickoff of EFL. All EFL matches throughout the season can be watched on the CBS Family of Networks including Paramount+ and Golazo. Shreeves breaks it all done from what to look out for and look forward to throughout the upcoming season. The history and traditions to players and teams who will be on the move. Every s...

The Morning Footy crew react to reports that the USSF is interested in current manager of Bundesliga club TSG Hoffenheim as the replacement to fill the void left by Gregg Berhalter's departure. He is currently the only American coaching in Europe's top 5 leagues and has lead Hoffenheim to European qualification last season. Would he be a good fit for USMNT? The group discuss. Morning Footy is avai...