The Seleção Podcast

On Episode 117, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they discuss the hire and introcudtory press conference of Jorge Jesus as the new Seleção manager. Danny and Tom discuss the drastic differences between Jorge Jesus and Roberto Martínez (both on and off the field), his managing of Cristiano Ronaldo while both were at Al-Nassr last season, how he may introduce "new...

On Episode 116, host Danny Pinto went LIVE once again and discussed Portugal's 1-0 loss to Spain that ended the Seleção's World Cup aspirations. Danny also talked about his frustrations with now former Portugal manager Roberto Martínez & Jorge Jesus reportedly being the next Portugal manager. Danny also asks the most obvious question: What happens next if Cristiano Ronaldo no longer pl...

On Episode 115, host Danny Pinto went LIVE following #Portugal's exciting 2-1 victory against #Croatia in R32 of the FIFA World Cup in Toronto. Danny took some callers, as well as welcomed back some familiar faces: Nathan Motz and the "Eric Duo" of Krakauer and "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira. We were also joined by Sergio Rodrigues of Toronto, who was able to set the scene...

On Episode 114, host Danny Pinto is joined by Brendan Dunlop of Canadian Soccer Daily. Danny and Brendan discuss: Portugal's upcoming R32 match against Croatia at the FIFA World Cup in Toronto How "Dunlop" = Portuguese :) Why Brendan still believes that the Seleção can win the World Cup How big it is having Portugal playing a World Cup match in Toronto where there is such a huge Port...

On Episode 113, Danny hosted another LIVE episode with guests Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net and new "amigo do pod" and Seleção supporter, Miguel Oliveira. Among the topics: ​Review POR/COL ​Preview R32 vs Croatia ​Roberto Martínez…ugh ​Offense struggles; Defense/Costa step up ​Is this path more favorable? YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod...

On Episode 112, host Danny Pinto went LIVE once again and was joined by Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira to: ​Review POR/UZB ​Preview POR/COL ​Discuss possible R32 & KO bracket scenarios ​The disrespect towards Cristiano Ronaldo ​Danny's World Cup experience at the POR/UZB match Danny and Eric were also joined by Anthony "The Azorean One" Esteves, and discussed items brought up by the podcast s...

On Episode 111, host Danny Pinto went LIVE (!!!) with guest Eric Krakauer the day after Portugal's disappointing and problematic draw against DR Congo at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston. Danny and Eric talked about what went wrong, how Eric was not surprised by the result, how much of the blame is shared between Roberto Martínez's tactics and the players' execution of those tactics,...

On Episode 110, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira as they preview Portugal's opening Group K match against the Democratic Republic of Congo at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=en selecaopod@gmail.com h...

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Brian Martins and Derrick DeMelo of "The Portuguese Kids" and comedian and co-founder of "Battle of the Bifanas" Taylor Amarante in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together. Tickets to the "Houston, We Have A Festa" comedy show...

Host Danny Pinto speaks with David Rodrigues of "How To Cook Stuff" in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tikt...

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Silvia Manuela, founder of The Portuguese Collective in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://...

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Carlos Sousa, founder of "João's List" in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@se...

On Episode 109, host Danny Pinto is joined by soccer/football commentator Derek Rae of FOX Sports, as he is part of the star-studded broadcast team FOX Sports has put together for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup. Danny and Derek discuss the World Cup expanding to 48 teams, Derek being partnered once again with former England goalkeeper Robert Green in the broadcast booth, Portugal being among the...

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Tony Gonçalves of "The Heart and Hustle of Portugal" Podcast in the first of a series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tikto...

LIVE Coverage of Portugal's Roster Announcement for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Broadcast LIVE on The Seleção Podcast YouTube channel https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod selecaopod@gmail.com Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69...

On Episode 108, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric Krakauer, as they look back at Portugal's friendlies against Mexico and the United States. Danny and Eric discuss Roberto Martínez's approach to the friendlies, how the squad looked in the two matches, who perhaps played themselves on (or off) the World Cup squad, and the guys give their WAAAAY too early predictions for who will be on Portugal's W...

On Episode 107, host Danny Pinto is joined by Nathan Motz of PortuGOAL.net as they preview Portugal's final two World Cup Qualifiers: Nov. 13 against Ireland (A) & Nov. 16 against Armenia at The Dragão. Danny and Nathan absence of Nuno Mendes in these upcoming matches, the return of João Cancelo, the talented but crowded Portuguese midfield, the unsettled Portuguese center back situation,...

On Episode 106, host Danny Pinto is joined by "amigo do pod" and NWSL PxP man, Eric Krakauer. Danny and Eric covered a variety of topics in this episode: Portugal failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup with a last-minute Hungary goal The differences between the Ireland and Hungary matches Are the continuous changes in tactics/lineups Roberto Martínez a good or bad thing Is the defense...

On Episode 105, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, who was in attendance covering both Seleção victories in Armenia and Hungary to kickoff World Cup qualification for Portugal. Danny and Matthew covered a variety of topics in this episode: Portugal's ability to come back and win multiple matches under Roberto Martínez (3 of their last 4 wins have been comebacks) the r...

On Episode 104, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net. Before they begin talking about the football, Danny and Tom discuss the tragic tram accident in Lisbon that took place September 3 (the day before the recording of the episode) as well as the FPF's continued observance and honoring of Diogo Jota, with these call ups and upcoming matches being the first since his passing th...

On Episode 103, host Danny Pinto is once again joined by Mike Agostinho as they discuss the disappointing showing Portugal displayed at EURO 2025, finishing last in their group with only 1 point. Danny and Mike also discuss what changes could be made and if there is any young hope on the Seleção's horizon after this experienced group seemed to regress at the European Championship. https://www.sele...

On Episode 102, host Danny Pinto is joined once again by Mike Agostinho, as they discuss the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva. They also review Portugal's 5-0 loss to Spain at EURO 2025 and preview As Navegadoras crucial group match against Italy.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Insta...

On Episode 101, host Danny Pinto is joined by Mike Agostinho as they get you ready for the “Navegadoras” at the Women’s EURO 2025. Mike shares his thoughts on Portugal's chances at the European Championship, manager Francisco Neto's roster he is taking to the tournament in Switzerland, and the evolution of the women’s game in Portugal over the last decade. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitte...

On Episode 100 (!!!), host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they relive the greatness that was the Seleção beating Spain in the Nations League Final to win Portugal's 2nd Nations League trophy and 3rd major trophy, overall. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPo...

On Episode 99, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira. They review the Seleção’s 2-1 comeback victory over Germany in Munich in the Nations League semifinals, they preview the final against Spain, discuss the emergence of Vitinha in World Football, and discuss the future of Roberto Martínez as speculation on his job security as Portugal manager remains. https://www.selec...