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It’s Episode 57 of It’s Called Soccer as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and Rebecca Lowe return with another packed show 🔥⚽ Theo wastes no time winding Rebecca up about Palace’s weekend — before the Halloween chat takes over (Theo’s costume reveal might steal the show 🎃). Then it’s Liverpool under the microscope. Is this just a blip, or are the Reds in real trouble? Theo says you can’t implement five or six new players into a title-winning side overnight — calling VVD a shadow of himself and questioning Konaté’s form. Taylor adds that last season was Klopp’s team — and now Slot has to truly coach. Arsenal fans, you’ll want to hear this one 👀 Theo says they can’t lose the league now, while Taylor asks if being “boring” even matters when you’re winning. Across the pond, Thomas Müller’s arrival in MLS gets big praise — has he changed the perception of the league? Plus, Winner Stays On returns: Theo backs his best wingers, while Taylor goes all in on the strikers. Special guest, Audi president, Daniel Weissland joins to talk Messi’s impact on MLS and Audi, Kane tearing up the Bundesliga, and even weighs in on the great tea debate ☕🇩🇪 Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 56 of It’s Called Soccer as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and Rebecca Lowe dive into a wild weekend 🔥⚽ We start with Manchester United v Liverpool — and the drama begins instantly. Should United's first goal have been disallowed? On the Liverpool side, Taylor declares that Arne Slot doesn’t know his best XI and calling this moment a crisis for the Reds. Theo weighs in on Mo Salah’s struggles, and the crew question if the Reds have filled the hole of no Trent. Then it’s onto a bombshell in the Premier League — Ange Postecoglou sacked. Across the pond, the guys check in on MLS: has there been enough progress from Phil Neville’s side this season? Taylor breaks it down. The sparks keep flying as Mateta v Zaha splits the panel — who was actually in the right? The Question of the Week turns global with a World Cup twist 🌍 — before Winner Stays On returns: Theo picks his quickest players ever, while Taylor backs his all-time MLS MVPs. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 55 of It’s Called Soccer, as Sam Surridge joins Rebecca Lowe, Taylor Twellman, and Theo Walcott ⚽🔥 The show kicks off with Theo’s big milestone — his official legacy cap — before he dives into Tuchel's England. Theo also opens up on Marcus Rashford’s expectations, explaining why he performs best with freedom — and reflects on the pressure he faced growing up as England’s next big thing. Things take a funny turn when Theo recalls a fan in the toilet telling him he retired too early 😂 Over in the U.S., Taylor breaks down Mauricio Pochettino’s new-look USMNT and why this side can surprise people. He shares a great Tyler Adams captaincy story with Jesse Marsch, while Theo praises Christian Pulisic and what makes him such a special player. Next up, Sam Surridge joins the show! The Nashville SC forward reveals why he doesn’t drink tea, how his season’s going, and what it’s like going toe-to-toe with Messi in the Golden Boot race. He also talks about winning silverware in MLS and his time in the Premier League. Then it’s back to England, as Theo previews Liverpool v Man United — insisting it’s a bad time to face Liverpool. Taylor and Theo go head-to-head with their Predictions of the Week before the Question of the Week takes an unexpected twist — Theo names the one player he thought would never become a coach. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 54 of It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and host Rebecca Lowe break down another massive week across the football world 🔥 The show kicks off with Liverpool, as Taylor dives into the Mo Salah problem — is he suffering without Trent Alexander-Arnold? Theo adds that Salah doesn’t need a Frimpong — he needs Trent. Next up, it’s Arsenal. Theo insists this Arsenal side can still get even better, while Taylor praises Bukayo Saka for how he’s bounced back from the heartbreak of his England penalty miss — proving himself as one of the league’s most complete wingers. Then, attention turns to Ange Postecoglou — was hiring him a mistake? In Germany, Theo hails Harry Kane as one of the greatest goalscorers of all time before unpacking the latest Bellingham–Tuchel saga, questioning what it means for both England and Real Madrid. Across the pond, Taylor lays out exactly what he wants to see from Mauricio Pochettino during the USA international break — and what it could mean for the USMNT’s next step. Finally, the Question of the Week sees Theo reveal the craziest team talk he’s ever received — and it’s one you don’t want to miss ⚽️ Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer. 0:00 Intro 04:45 - Liverpool's Salah, Trent & Wirtz Problems 12:50 - Arsenal's Domination 18:01 - Bukayo Saka Brilliance 21:03 - Ange & Forest 26:10 - Harry Kane's Season So Far 31:00 - Bellingham Not In England Squad 36:05 - Poch & USMNT 41:10 - Question Of The Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 53 of It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and host Rebecca Lowe unpack another massive week across football 🔥 The show kicks off with Ryder Cup reactions before shifting into the Premier League spotlight. Arsenal’s win over Newcastle has Theo falling back in love with the game — he doesn’t see a weakness in this Arsenal side. Taylor adds that if Arsenal can replicate that performance in the biggest matches, it could truly be “their year.” Liverpool’s defeat comes next. Theo makes the case for Oliver Glasner as the best manager outside of the top six, while Taylor questions Liverpool’s vulnerability and Wirtz’s role. Theo even argues Manchester United should go all in for Glasner. From there, it’s Sunderland praise, with Granit Xhaka singled out as a brilliant signing. The crew then dive into the hot topic of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. Attention then turns to West Ham and Nuno Espírito Santo’s arrival, before moving stateside: Sergio Busquets’ retirement — is he the greatest defensive midfielder of all time? — and Sam Surridge’s impressive MLS season. The episode wraps up with Chelsea vs Liverpool as Pick of the Week, and a lively Question of the Week: would a US-style draft ever work in the Premier League? ⚽️ Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer. 00:00 Ryder Cup chat05:54 Promo06:40 Arsenal’s last-minute winner v Newcastle14:12 Crystal Palace beating champions and leaders Liverpool22:38 Sunderland’s brilliant start28:19 More pressure on Ruben Amorim at Manchester United31:50 West Ham appoint Nuno Espírito Santo35:00 Sergio Busquets retiring and Sam Surridge in US Open’s Cup final41:50 Picks of the week45:24 Question of the week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s Episode 52 of It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and host Rebecca Lowe dive into another packed week of football 🔥 The show opens with the Ballon d’Or — Ousmane Dembélé’s historic win and why Theo believes he fully deserved it. From there, the panel moves into a wider debate: Lionel Messi as the GOAT. Theo recalls playing against him and explains why he’ll always consider Messi the greatest. Attention then turns to Arsenal vs Manchester City. Theo doesn’t hold back in his mini-rant about Arsenal’s lack of intensity, while also singling out Gabriel Martinelli as the one player who truly changes games with his off-ball running. The crew also tackle whether Liverpool are still genuine title challengers. On City’s style of play, the panel break down their evolution this season — and how Gianluigi Donnarumma’s impact is shaping the conversation. That leads into Liverpool’s frontline: how should Arne Slot balance Hugo Ekitike and Alexander Isak together? Plus, a debate on whether Florian Wirtz can adapt to the Premier League. Next up: United v Chelsea. Theo shares his concerns about Benjamin Šeško, insisting the system isn’t playing to his strengths. Then it’s Potter and West Ham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a brand-new episode of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by Liverpool chairman Tom Werner 🎙️🔴 The conversation kicks off with a lighter debate — tea. Yes, Tom gives his verdict on the great UK vs. US tea culture divide ☕ From there, we dive into his unique career path, making the transition from television and media to the world of elite sport, before unpacking what it’s like to own both the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool — and why he thinks the two clubs are so unique yet so comparable. Naturally, Liverpool takes center stage. Tom shares his thoughts on the Premier League, the grind of competing at the very top, and why Liverpool have often had to “sell to buy” in the transfer market. We then get into the big one: Arne Slot. Tom credits Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes for identifying Slot as Klopp’s successor, discusses what sets him apart tactically, and how his in-game flexibility is shaping a new Liverpool era ⚡️ There’s also a breakdown of Liverpool’s summer business — including the record signing of Alexander Isak — and some fascinating insight into why Marc Guéhi was almost a Red. Finally, Tom delivers a message to Liverpool supporters. 0:00 - Intro 02:03 - Tom On The 'Tea Debate' 03:40 - Red Sox & Liverpool FC 05:55 - English Football 08:10 - Appointing Arne Slot 09:50 - Differences Between Slot & Klopp 12:01 - What Diogo Jota Was Like As A Person 16:14 - Liverpool's Summer Business 19:10 - What Makes Liverpool Special Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s another episode f It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and host Rebecca Lowe break down the biggest stories in football 🔥 The show kicks off with Manchester United’s crisis under Ruben Amorim. Is it the system or the players that’s the real issue? Theo goes in on how the manager is holding back talent — including his strong take that Luke Shaw is one of the best left-backs he’s ever faced. Taylor later unleashes a full-on Amorim rant of his own. From there, attention turns to Erling Haaland, with the panel debating whether he’s making a statement as the best striker in the world. But is Alexander Isak actually giving him a run for his money? Liverpool’s late winners are next on the agenda, with Taylor dismissing the idea of “luck” and comparing them to Fergie Time. Plus, Slot’s clever Kerkez substitution gets the spotlight. Elsewhere, Taylor sparks a surprise conversation about Aston Villa, warning that a relegation battle isn’t out of the question 👀 The Champions League’s new league format gets a deep dive: is it actually a good idea? And which English club is best placed to win it all — with Theo backing Arsenal as the favorites. Across the pond, the crew touch on MLS, from Dean Smith’s viral Poznan celebration with Charlotte FC to Thomas Muller's hat-trick and their chances in the playoffs. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a brand-new episode of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by the man who makes the transfer market tick — Fabrizio Romano ⚡️📱 The show kicks off with Fabrizio weighing in on the ultimate debate: UK vs. US football culture, before diving into his own journey — from growing up with the game, playing it, and even his obsession with FIFA. From there, we ask the big one: what’s the biggest risk Fabrizio has taken in his career? He also reveals how he actually does his job — do sources check in with him, or do players just text Fabrizio directly? Social media takes center stage too, with Fabrizio explaining how online chatter really shapes transfers… and why, if Twitter didn’t exist, Lucas Paquetá might’ve ended up at Aston Villa. We get into the day-to-day as well — from 19 hours of screen time to stories about changing his phone, plus his thoughts on competitiveness, rivalries, and what the future of journalism looks like in a world where he speaks four languages. And of course, it wouldn’t be It’s Called Soccer without some quickfire questions to round things off 🔥 Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - UK v US 02:04 - Fabrizio's Background 05:55 - How Fabrizio Does His Job 10:04 - The Impact Of Social Media & Here We Go 13:40 - Fabrizio's Screen Time 15:50 - Competitiveness Of Journalism 20:01 - Fabrizio's Phone 22:10 - Fabrizio's Stories Broken 24:10 - Cole Palmer To Chelsea Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a brand new episode of It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman joins Theo Walcott and host Rebecca Lowe 🔥 The show kicks off with the USMNT, setting the tone before Taylor launches into a discussion on Mauricio Pochettino — calling him underwhelming, while Theo weighs in on the bigger challenges modern managers face. From there, the focus shifts to England, where Theo argues players can coast through friendlies without trying, and digs into how Tuchel is handling big egos in the squad. Daniel Levy’s Spurs exit sparks a fiery back-and-forth: Theo insists fans don’t care about stadiums or business success, while Taylor credits Levy for building the club’s foundations. We then dive into Andre Onana’s departure from Manchester United — with Theo pulling no punches — before Taylor revisits the chaos of Luis Suárez’s recent drama. Picks of the Week return with predictions for the Manchester derby, before Community Questions deliver an unbelievable story of how Theo nearly came out of retirement for MLS. 00:00 - Behind the Scenes 02:25 - Opener 03:00 - Mauricio Pochettino USA nightmare 15:47 - England and Thomas Tuchel 22:24 - Daniel Levy leaves Spurs 25:00 - Andre Onana on loan to Trabzonspor 28:23 - Luis Suarez’s ban 30:59 - Picks of the Week 33:23 - Community Questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices