The Maine Stand

In today's episode, Mitch rejoins the podcast and the boys give their instant reaction to Liverpool 3-1 victory over Newcastle. Trent Alexander-Arnold hit a world and the Liverpool lads think he is the best right back in world football.    We also discuss the retirement of Sergio Aguero, Barcelona's downfall, the current virus outbreak in the EPL & the shambles that was the UCL Draw....

In today's episode, Rick is by himself as the other member's of The Maine Stand could not make this week's episode. Not to worry, Rick covers all of the big storylines from European soccer this week in a shortened episode!    First, we talk about the Champions League Group Stage as that wrapped up this past week. Barcelona fell down to the Europa League along with some other big names! L...

In today's episode the boys kick things off by talking about the New England Revolution of the MLS and their emphatic fall out of the MLS Cup Playoffs. Then, we talk about all things Ballon D'or. Did Messi deserve to win? Who got snubbed and who was ranked too high (hint: Jorginho). Next, we talk a little bit about the Premier League and what has gone on in the past two matchweeks. It is apparent...

In The Maine Stand's first ever mini-sode, Josh and Mitch sit down with Lucas, owner and operator of Stickers and Scarfs (Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stickersandscarfs/). Lucas is from the Netherlands and is a West Ham superfan. We talk to him about his experience at a Europa League match in Genk, David Moyes, Declan Rice and everything else West Ham!   We also talk to him about the...

On this week's episode, friend of the program Sebastian Pettitt joins the show to talk about everything Chelsea, including their match this weekend against Manchester United, and Reece James' current form.    The boys review Liverpool's thrashing of Arsenal, some other Premier League matches and of course, the sacking of OGS at Manchester United. We also talk about the MLS Cup Playoffs a...

This week, the boys start the episode flaming hot with some talk about the MLS Cup Playoffs which start this weekend. Of course, we talk about Dos a Cero in Cincinnati, and the rest of the world's WCQ matches.    We then welcome our favorite recurring guest, Justin Lapointe, to talk about how Arsenal have been since his therapy session and how they look to line up against Liverpool. Josh...

This week the boys bring on friend of the program, Julian Faustini, to talk everything Serie A! We get into his love of the beautiful game, why he supports Inter Milan, Jose Mourinho and the best football clothing brand in Italy!   Follow Julian's work on Instagram at @calciowithjulian and online at calciowithjulian.com   The boys then talk about the early coaching carousel taking place....

In today's episode the boys talk about Decision Day in the MLS, this week's UCL fixtures and of course the appointments of Antonio Conte and Eddie Howe at Tottenham and Newcastle.  Of course, it is also Manchester Derby week, which means we have Cam Armstrong joining the podcast to discuss everything Manchester United (from McFred to United's next gaffer). We do another session of Rick's Pick...

This week, the boys touch on Europe's biggest footy news! Manchester United was trashed at Old Trafford last weekend thanks to Mo Salah and Liverpool, Koeman has been sacked at Barcelona and the 2021 Ballon d'Or is set to be announced on Friday. We give our thoughts on all of it! After that, we discuss the Premier League and the rest of Europe's biggest matches and the best bet for each (Rick's Pi...

Today the boys cover last week's Premier League fixtures before talking about the sacking of Steve Bruce and who could replace him at Newcastle.  Then, we discuss the week's UCL and Europa League matches, featuring Liverpool, Man Utd, Man City, Atletico Madrid, AC Milan, Tottenham, West Ham & More! Finally, we talk about the weekend's biggest matches and go around the world, giving Rick's...

This week, the boys have on their second-ever guest, Austin Farwell. We have some unfortunate Tottenham Hotspur fan therapy with him, and trust me, he needed it. Austin is a former University of Southern Maine men's soccer player and is now a coach at a prep school in Southern Maine.  The boys keep Austin on for the duration of the show and break down the international break, Gregg Berhalter...

In today's episode, the boys get AHEAD of the news cycle and react to the ground-breaking, oil-spewing news of Newcastle's Saudi Arabian takeover.  Who will their Robinho be? How long will it take them to contend? The ethics of the deal Just how rich is the "Public Investment Fund" Next, the boys cover last week's Liverpool vs Man City game, easily the game of the season so far! Phil Foden su...

In today's episode the boys review last week's biggest EPL results featuring Chelsea vs Man City, Arsenal vs Tottenham and of course, Liverpool vs Brentford (all three were scintillating to be fair). Then, they break down all the Champions League results from the midweek.  Benfica Shock Barca Liverpool and Atleti take control of Group B Sheriff arrests Real Madrid Juventus stun Chelsea in Tur...

On this week's episode we kick things off by breaking down the last round of Premier League fixtures. Liverpool are off to a clean start in the league coming off a 3-0 victory against Crystal Palace, but their rivals Man City stumbled against S'hampton. In turn, the boys talk about City's need for a number nine, and if they are willing to break the bank for a player like Erling Haaland.  Next...

On this week's episode, Pat kicks us off by resuming his cliffhanging hot take from last week: PSG will not win the Champions League. The boys quickly pivot into reviewing some Premier League matches from last weekend and of course breakdown EVERY match from Matchday 1 in the Champions League. Next, we break down a few heavy hitters for this weekend. West Ham vs Man Utd Tottenham vs Chelsea Juvent...

WARNING: This week's episode is a hot one. The boys are fired up and Pat starts the show with an unmissable rant on the USMNT and Gregg Berhalter. While the USMNT won against Honduras, their draws against El Salvador and Canada are unacceptable. After that, the boys break down the Champions League group stage before it starts this week. We choose our top two teams in every group (teaser: a couple...

In today's episode we welcome on close friend of the pod, Justin Lapointe, in a joint therapy session to talk about the disaster that is Arsenal Football Club. We also break down all of Europe's biggest transfers as deadline day has now passed, including Ronaldo to Manchester United, Saul to Chelsea and Camavinga to Real Madrid. After that the boys break down a couple of last weekend's biggest Pre...

In today's episode we cover the European transfer market before the window ends in a week, let's just say nobody knows the craziness going on. Josh, Mitch and Pat talk about Ronaldo possibly joining Manchester City, Kylian Mbappe making his dream move to Real Madrid and also cover where the likes of Saul and Eduardo Camavinga will end up. After that the boys rehash last weekend across Europe and u...

In today’s episode we cover everything that was the first week of the Premier League, and review some of Europe’s biggest matches for this weekend! The boy’s have some banter about Fiorentina’s Serie A chances, and Josh introduces a new segment, Hot Takes, with an especially interesting Mo Salah claim. You already know, like, rate and subscribe to the podcast!

Welcome to The Maine Stand, your new, favorite soccer podcast! Do not forget to like, share and subscribe to the podcast. In the first ever episode of The Maine Stand, Josh, Mitch & Pat introduce themselves, we cover Europe's biggest transfer news and give a preview of this year's Premier League. We then take a took at some of Europe's most significant matches this weekend and pick out a coupl...