My Mom Calls It Soccer

Drury Men’s Head Coach Ben Taylor stopped by My Mom Calls It Soccer to talk about his journey from player to coach, what the sport means to him, and why he proudly calls it football no matter what the job title says. We dig into his background, his favorite teams, what surprises new fans about the game, and the one piece of advice he wishes Americans understood sooner. It’s laid-back, super inform...

It’s a mixed week for our clubs — but that’s part of the fun when you’re falling in love with football. In this episode, we go back to where it all started: how Michele, Chase, and Grandma each found the teams they now call their own. From Liverpool to Barça to Real Madrid, we share what hooked us as new fans, what keeps us watching, and how you can pick your own team without feeling like a bandwa...

Matchweek 10 gave us a lot to talk about — so we’re breaking down everything we loved, everything we hated, and everything that made us yell at our TV. 😅In this episode:✅ Matchweek 10 reactions — the highs, lows, drama & nonsense✅ A quick look ahead at this week’s UEFA Champions League matches✅ Updates on our “Match-Up” series teams (how are they actually doing?)✅ Special guest interview...

El Clásico had everyone on edge — especially Chase and Grandma! 😅 We watched Real Madrid vs Barcelona with several of our “Match-Up” participants, answered their halftime questions, and soaked up every wild minute of this rivalry. Plus, we sat down with Nick Andrews (of Nick & Emily) to get his take on Manchester United’s rollercoaster season and STL City’s latest moves . Grab your coffee, se...

League play after the international break did not disappoint — drama, goals, and a few meltdowns! Grandma and Chase are riding high after big results, but Michele’s Liverpool... well, let’s just say the vibes are off. Can they bounce back in their UCL match against Eintracht Frankfurt this week? Plus in Soccer 101 , we break down the High Line — what it is, why teams use it, and why it’s driving C...

Things got wild in Europe this week! 😅 In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer , we break down all the action from Match Weeks 6 & 7 plus Champions League and Europa League drama. 👉 Barcelona and Liverpool are struggling (again). 👉 Real Madrid made Grandma happy... even after giving up FIVE to Atleti. 👉 And we’re sharing some fun new plans for how we’re helping new fans fall in love with...

⚽ UCL Round 1 was full of excitement, and we’re breaking down all the action! Bayern keeps dominating (and Brad couldn’t be happier), Liverpool is still unbeaten, and most of our Match Up teams are holding strong…except poor Aston Villa, who at least managed a goal this week. Join us for a full Match Week 5 update, reaction to the Champions League games, and all the highs (and lows!) from our par...

This week we’re keeping it short and sweet with a mini-episode! ⚽️ We recap Match Week 4, check in on how everyone’s Match Up teams are doing (spoiler: most are looking solid…except poor Aston Villa 😬), and look ahead to the very first games of the Champions League! Don’t miss the quick lowdown before the action kicks off.👉 Watch, comment, and let us know how your team’s week went!

Matchweek 3 is in the books—and it was a good one! In this week’s episode, we: Recap all the action from Matchweek 3 Break down handball rules in our Soccer 101 segment Explain how teams from different leagues face off in the Champions League Talk about cups and why they matter We also dive into how our matchup participants’ teams are doing: Emily & Nick give us a positive outlook for Man Unit...

Matchweek 2 Review + "So Here's What Happened" & "The Real Recap". How did our Match Up participants do with their teams in Matchweek 2? Chase & Michele update everyone on their team's Week 2 performance, AND they do a check on their own teams: Barcelona and Liverpool! Plus we get personal reactions from our favorite Man United, STL City, and Real Madrid fans.

Matchweek 1 has come and gone, and we’ve got the full recap of all the action! From goals and highlights to team performances, we break it all down for both seasoned fans and those just starting their soccer (football) journey. This week is extra special because our Match Up participants (everyone except Carol—she’s still deciding 😉) have officially chosen their teams. We check in on how they all...

Welcome to the full-length kickoff of The Match Up ! ⚽💘 In this episode, we introduce all 9 of our amazing contestants as they each begin their journey to find the perfect soccer team to support this season. From die-hard sports fans to total newbies, each participant will "date" 3 hand-picked teams from across Europe—and by the end, they'll commit to the one . Will it be love at f...

Portugal takes the crown! In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer , we’re recapping all the drama and glory from the UEFA Nations League Final , where Portugal edged out Spain in a nail-biter. ⚽️ Then, we dig into the spiciest transfer moves so far—and break down the wildest rumors flying around the European leagues. Who’s headed to the Premier League? Who’s making a shock return? We’ve got tho...

The Champions League Final is finally here, and the big question is: will Inter Milan or PSG come out on top? ⚽️🏆 Michele tries to get a solid prediction out of Chase (good luck with that), and the two dive into what to expect from the big match. PLUS: It's been a wild season across Europe, and we're wrapping it all up! From the Premier League twists to the heart-pounding finish in Serie...

This week in European football, the spotlight isn't on the usual giants! While Barcelona sealed their LaLiga title, it was the underdogs who stole the headlines: ⚽️ Crystal Palace shocked the world by winning the FA Cup ⚽️ Bologna lifted their first Coppa Italia in decades Join us as we dive into these incredible cup final stories, what they mean for the clubs and fans, and how they shake up...

Lost But Not Forgotten! | Barcelona Wins Copa del Rey & Liverpool Takes the EPL Not sure how. Not sure why. But somehow this episode got lost in the digital void. 🤷‍♀️ The good news? It's here now—and still totally worth the watch. In this formerly missing episode, we celebrate Barcelona’s Copa del Rey victory and Liverpool clinching the English Premier League. Yes, it happened a little while...

⚽️ In this episode, we’re breaking down the last El Clásico of the year — and wow, what a wild ride it was! We also recap the Champions League semi-finals, which didn’t quite deliver the drama we hoped for… but hey, shoutout to PSG and Inter for punching their tickets to the final! 🏆👏 PLUS, we’re kicking off something brand new — a project to help everyday fans (just like you) find the perfect...

🎙️ New mini-episode out now! With Inter Milan taking on Barcelona tomorrow in Leg 2 of the Champions League semifinals , it’s the perfect time to talk about picking your favorite soccer league and team. In this house, we ride or die with Barça ❤️💙 — but we totally get the pull of Inter Milan. The black and blue, the San Siro, the fire of Serie A… there's a lot to love. In this episode, we bre...

Episode 2 of our mini-series is here! If you're still on the hunt for your perfect soccer team, Chase and Michele are back to help. We’re highlighting the top teams in each of Europe’s Big 5 leagues—because finding a club to love shouldn’t feel overwhelming. In Episode 1, we kicked things off in the Premier League with Liverpool. Now, we’re heading to Spain to spotlight FC Barcelona—a club known f...

Still don’t have a soccer team to call your own? No worries—Chase and Michele are here to help! In this mini-episode series, we’re highlighting the top teams in each of the Big 5 European leagues to help new fans find a club to love. Why not start with a front-runner? This episode is all about Liverpool FC—we’ll break down why they’re one of the most iconic clubs in the Premier League, and introdu...

Michele may have fallen in love with soccer because of the scarves (hey, priorities!), but this week she’s diving deeper—and things get complicated. It’s the episode you’ve been waiting for: Chase attempts the impossible by explaining the Offsides Rule to Michele. Can he make it make sense? Tune in and find out! 🙃Plus:🔥 What’s a Derby and why do fans lose their minds over them?📦 And what’s this...

⚽️ Champions League Quarterfinals are HERE! ⚽️ In this episode, Chase gives Michele a quick and fun breakdown of the first leg matchups—complete with his predictions on who’s moving on and who’s heading home. Spoiler alert: he’s definitely picking Barcelona—his favorite team, no surprises there! 😄 Whether you’re a seasoned fan or just getting into soccer, this 15-minute chat will get you ready...

⚽ It's International Break! What does that even mean? In this episode, Chase breaks it all down for Michele—and you! We talk about what international duty looks like for players, why club football takes a pause, and what fans should be watching for during this time. We’re also catching up on all the action from England’s biggest domestic cup competitions: 🏆 A recap of the Carabao Cup Final...

It's another Spring Break Short episode, and this time it's a ROAD TRIP as the crew travels to Kansas City to make it a full day of soccer! First they checked out the professional women's team, the KC Current, and then they watched the MLS team, Sporting KC. There were a few moments of being lost, but new friends were made and a great time was had!

In this short Spring Break episode, Chase teaches his mom all about the domestic cups like the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup. Basically, these are massive tournaments that give the smaller teams in English soccer/football the change to play against the big boys!