The 90 Plus Extra Time: The Football Podcast

Red and black, passion and pride – this week we journey into the heart of Costa Rica to profile LD Alajuelense. From their historic rise in the 1940s to their fierce rivalries and modern-day dominance, we break down what makes "La Liga" the beating heart of Alajuela. Plus, fan stories, legendary matches, and why this club is a cornerstone of Costa Rican football. 🎧 Subscribe and follow the journe...

In this episode of  90 Plus Extra Time , we head to the city of Lae to uncover the rise of  Lae City FC  — Papua New Guinea’s modern football powerhouse and one of Oceania’s most consistent contenders. We explore how Lae City went from a newly formed club in 2013 to dominating the PNG National Soccer League and taking on giants in the OFC Champions League. We dive into their local rivalry with Hek...

Club Nacional isn’t just one of Uruguay’s biggest clubs—it’s one of the oldest and most influential teams in all of South America. In this episode, we trace Nacional’s roots from its founding in 1899 as a criollo alternative to British-dominated teams, through their legendary Copa Libertadores triumphs, and into the present day. With fierce rivalries, deep national symbolism, and a legacy built on...

In this episode of  90 Plus Extra Time , we head to Kadıköy — the beating heart of Istanbul’s Asian side — to explore the rich, rebellious, and passionate legacy of  Fenerbahçe SK . From secret matches under Ottoman rule to continental showdowns in Europe, Fenerbahçe’s history is a rollercoaster of glory, heartbreak, and defiance. We break down their 28 (or 19?) league titles, unforgettable nights...

Rob takes you to Doha for a deep dive into Al Sadd SC—Qatar’s most successful club and a giant of Asian football. From their 2011 Champions League triumph to the Xavi era and their influence on the national team, this episode explores the legacy and future of  The Boss . Rivalries, legends, and one game that defined them—it’s all here. Email the show at rob@90pluset.com Up next: Fenerbahçe of Süpe...

From their founding by missionaries to shocking the world at the 2010 Club World Cup, TP Mazembe’s journey is a blueprint for African ambition and excellence. Rob breaks down their history, cultural impact, legendary rivalries, and what the club represents in modern football. Email the show at rob@90pluset.com Up next: Al Sadd SC from Qatar Stars League in Qatar. Thanks for listening.

Club América: champions, villains, icons. In this episode, Rob explores the rich and divisive legacy of Mexico’s most successful club. From their 1916 student roots to corporate dominance and Super Clásico drama—this is the definitive América deep dive. Why do fans love them? Why do rivals loathe them? And what match defines their identity? Tune in for a layered story of triumph, controversy, and...

In this episode of  the 90 Plus Extra Time podcast , Rob dives into the story of Sydney FC — the most successful men’s team in Australian football. From their rapid rise in the A-League to legendary rivalries like the Sydney Derby and the Big Blue, this is a club built on ambition, silverware, and passion. We explore their trophy-laden history, the electric atmosphere of Allianz Stadium, and the i...

While the 90 Plus Extra Time Podcast usually spotlights a club’s rich history, today we’re making an exception to cover something too big to ignore—the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. With 32 teams from six continents set to compete in the U.S., including giants like Real Madrid, Manchester City, and Palmeiras, FIFA is aiming to reshape the global club landscape. Will it be a revolution—or just another...

Catching up after being away for a while. VfB Stuttgart is still riding the waves, while fans in Germany are protesting the DFL and their investment plan. This episode's profiled team is Club Social y Deportivo Colo-Colo of the Primera División de Chile. The most supported club in Chile. A club with numerous titles including the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores, Recopa Sudamericana, and Copa Chile. Offi...

This episode's profiled team is Malmö FF of the Swedish Allsvenskan League. One of the top-performing teams in Swedish football. Official club website: ⁠ https://www.mff.se/ Email the show at rob@90pluset.com and tell me what clubs and teams you'd like to see profiled. And please, let me know what you think of the show. Thanks for listening. Up next: Colo-Colo of the Chilean Primera División.

This episode's profiled team is the Orlando Pirates Football Club of the South African Premier Division. Official club website: www.orlandopiratesfc.com/ Also, Germany fired their coach, VfB Stuttgart in 4th after four matches, and my son's team won big. Email the show at rob@90pluset.com and tell me what clubs and teams you'd like to see profiled. And please, let me know what you think of the sho...

This episode's profiled team is Daegu Football Club of the South Korean K League 1.Official club website: https://www.daegufc.co.kr/main/Email the show at rob@90pluset.com and tell me what clubs and teams you'd like to see profiled. And please, let me know what you think of the show. Thanks for listening. Up next: Orlando Pirates of the Premier Division of South Africa.

This episode's profiled team is Fútbol Club Juárez of the Liga MX—a newer club with a brief history, but a bright future. Official club website: fcjuarez.com Email the show at rob@90pluset.com and tell me what clubs and teams you'd like to see profiled. And please, let me know what you think of the show. Thanks for listening. Up next: Daegu FC of K League 1 of South Korea.

This episode's profiled team is Club Atlético Boca Juniors of the Argentine Primera División. A club with a rich history, and a powerhouse of South American football, with numerous wins of the CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, and the Recopa Sudamericana. Official club website: https://www.bocajuniors.com.ar/ Email the show at rob@90pluset.com and tell me what clubs and teams you'd li...

I've discussed changes coming to the show for a while. And now those changes are here. With each new episode, I will take a randomly selected club or national team and conduct a mini-profile. This is something that I wanted to do for a very long time. I hope you guys will enjoy this new format. Thank you so much for sticking with me and the podcast. Also, there is a new email address from the...

With the majority of league seasons in Europe over, there is very little soccer/football going on. FIFA not giving much love to the viewers of the Women's World Cup in Europe. Die Mannschaft (the German National Team) is having a rough go in friendlies. This is the silly season for transfers, but Saudi Arabia seems to be having the best go at it. The first edition of the new FIFA Club World Cup wi...

The show is back. I am back in Germany. Back in this soccer / football (fussball) mad country. VfB Stuttgart has survived and will remain in the Bundesliga. Lionel Messi has moved from Ligue 1 and Paris Saint-Germain to Major League Soccer side Inter Miami. Saudi Arabia has continued to scoop up some of the best names in Europe. Email the show at 90plusET@gmail.com

Real Madrid are the new champions of Europe after defeating Liverpool 1-0 in Paris in the UEFA Champions League. 

Let me start off by apologizing. It's has been for too long. But the show is back, and I will be putting out regular episode again. Thank you so much for listening.

We are at the start of the final international break of 2021. Koeman is out and Xavi is in at Barcelona. Ole still has a job, but is seat is very hot. My son's team got their first win of the season. I'm beginning the process to become a certified grassroots football referee. I briefly got over the tables for the top leagues in Europe. Oh, and I complain about how having the FIFA World Cup every 2...

In this episode, I spend 10 minutes trying to explain how exciting it was to finally see the United States Men's National Team play in person. I attended the World Cup Qualifying match against Jamaica in Austin, Texas. 18 year old Ricardo Pepi from FC Dallas in the MLS was the star of the match, netting 2 goals. Newcastle United have become the newest club with billion dollar owners and have the c...

I try to explain why I haven't put out an episode in a while, while trying to explain my trip to Schenectady, New York. We are headed into another international break. Barcelona and Real Madrid are struggling to not only do well in La Liga, but also in the UEFA Champions League. At the moment, Barcelona are the favorites to win the Europa League.....which they aren't even playing (yet). VfB Stuttg...

Ronaldo makes the return to the club that created CR7, Manchester United. Lukaku is back at Chelsea. Messi makes his debut for Paris Saint-Germain. Mbappe will have to wait to make the move to Real Madrid. Italy seem to be unbeatable. We now have the final draw for the UEFA Europa Conference League, the UEFA Europa League, and the UEFA Champions League. The first international break of the season...

Congratulations to the USWNT for their bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics and to the USMNT for their win over Mexico in the CONCACAF Gold Cup. The Summer of Football was not a disappointment. Lionel Messi is not longer a member of Barcelona. He seems likely to head to Paris Saint-Germain in the coming days. VfB Stuttgart are moving on in the DFB-Pokal. The club season has officially started and I...