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Jun 29, 2025 • 58min
Chelsea Weather The Storm
The FC crew reacts to Chelsea's 4-1 extra time win over Benfica and discusses the almost 2-hour weather delay and potential solutions for it. Then, the guys break down Palmeiras' 1-0 win over Botafogo to set up a clash with Chelsea in the quarterfinals. Plus, a look at Jürgen Klopp's comments calling the Club World Cup the "worst idea ever implemented in football." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 27, 2025 • 58min
Madrid's Mojo Returning?
The FC Crew react to Real Madrid's dominant 3-0 victory over RB Salzburg as they advance into the CWC knockout stages, and break down how Xabi Alonso's team looks tactically. Then, they each offer their predictions for CWC bracket, where Frank Leboeuf makes some surprising choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 27, 2025 • 47min
Futbol Americas: Madrid through, Argentinian clubs struggle in CWC
In the latest edition of Futbol Americas, Cristina Alexander, Ale Moreno, Herculez Gomez, and Mauricio Pedroza discuss Real Madrid's dominant 3-0 win over RB Salzburg and their qualification into the knockout round of the Club World Cup. Then, they break down the great performances of the Brazilian clubs and the poor performances of the Argentinian clubs in the CWC. They also talk Johnny Cardoso to Atletico Madrid, and preview Mexico and the United States' upcoming matches in the Gold Cup.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 57min
Club World Cup Bracketology
The FC crew react to Manchester City's 5-2 victory over Juventus and argue if being on the easier side of the bracket matters. Plus, Rob Dawson joins the show to break down a few players stuck at their current club looking for moves away. Nedum Onuoha also reacts to Denzel Dumfries & Marcos Acuna clashing during Inter's 2-0 victory over River Plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 26, 2025 • 56min
Gab & Juls Show: Can Inter replicate the PSG model?
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Inter Milan’s 2-0 win over River Plate and ask if a more youth-focussed Inter under Christian Chivu is the future for the Nerazzurri. The guys also discuss Lyon’s relegation to Ligue 2, Milos Kerkez’ move to Liverpool and if Cristiano Ronaldo will sign a new deal with Al Nassr. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 4min
Chelsea's Luck of the Draw
The FC crew react to Chelsea's 3-0 win over ES Tunis and argue why club needs to start signing proven talent over young promising players. Plus, Rob Dawson joins the show to explain how Manchester City are beating the heat ahead of their clash with Juventus on Thursday. The guys also give their thoughts on Luka Modric's imminent move to AC Milan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 25, 2025 • 1h 19min
The Football Reporters: What we’ve learned at the Club World Cup
Mark Ogden, Rob Dawson and James Olley are joined by Lizzy Becherano, Alex Kirkland and Jeff Carlisle, who are covering the Club World Cup and Gold Cup in the USA to break down what we’ve learned from the tournaments so far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 24, 2025 • 1h 23min
Messi & Miami Flip the MLS Script
The FC crew react to Inter Miami's 2-2 draw which saw the MLS side qualify for the FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16. The guys also question why Barcelona would spend their limited funds on Nico Williams with other holes in the squad. Plus, Frank Leboeuf joins the show to explain why he thinks it's time for Chelsea to move on from Nicolas Jackson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 24, 2025 • 44min
Futbol Americas: Messi, Inter Miami Advance to Knockouts
Sebastian Salazar, Herculez Gomez, Gab Marcotti, and Kasey Keller react to Inter Miami's 2-2 draw against Palmeiras, which advances both clubs to the FIFA Club World Cup knockout stage. Then, the guys react to the Seattle Sounders loss to Atlético Madrid and discuss the overall performance of the MLS in the Club World Cup. Plus, a look at reports linking Malik Tillman to Bayer Leverkusen and a look back at Landon Donovan's iconic goal vs Algeria in the World Cup 15 years ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 23, 2025 • 59min
Too Little Too Late for Atleti
Atletico Madrid faces a bitter elimination from the Club World Cup, despite a win against Botafogo, raising questions about their performance and refereeing decisions. Discussions heat up around Chelsea's training adjustments in extreme temperatures and how this impacts player readiness. Pep Guardiola's preference for a smaller squad amid Manchester City's new signings adds fuel to the fire. Plus, the crew shares some light-hearted banter and highlights from the Gold Cup, showcasing standout talents like Malik Tillman.