Futbol Americas

The Futbol Americas crew looks ahead to the USMNT's clash with Australia. Breaking news: Christian Pulisic is out. Who is going to step up? Later, we head to Boston to check in on the Tartan Army takeover of Boston. Then, we have a quick recap of Mexico's knockout round clinching win vs. South Korea last night. How far can this team go? Finally, Alexis, Herc, Jermaine, and Jurgen make their picks for the game.

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Futbol Americas is live in LA ahead of the USMNT's opening match vs Paraguay. We also react to Canada's nail biting win vs Bosnia and Herzogovina. We also get some tales from the pitch from the former player on the panel.

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Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the US Women's National Team's 2-1 loss to Brazil and preview Tuesday's rematch. Next, they talk about Spain's dominant 4-0 win over England in World Cup qualifying. Then, the panel discuss London City leading the race to sign superstar Alexia Putellas. Finally, they touch on the impact of the USL Super League flipping it's calendar to align with the NWSL.

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Mau Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Janusz Michallik start this edition of Futbol Americas by previewing upcoming friendlies for the USA and Mexico. Are these teams ready for the tournament? Next, FIFA has banned reusable water bottles for all World Cup matches. Is this really a safety precaution or just another way for FIFA to gouge fans? The panel makes some World Cup predictions before looking back to the USMNT at the 1994 World Cup.

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Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the action in the NWSL. Next, the crew pick their NWSL season awards so far before the league takes a break. Then, the panel talks the excitement of Emma Hayes and many others to see the return of Triple Espresso for the USWNT. And, a look back at Man City's FA Cup Final triumph & OL Lyonnes Premiere Ligue final thrashing of Paris FC.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop react to the USMNT's big win vs Senegal. What can Pochettino take from this victory? Next, Mexico beat Australia by 1 goal to nil. We have Tri questions following that win with Mauricio Pedroza. Then, we recap the final of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

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Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, and Janusz Michallik begin this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to the news that Mauricio Pochettino has taken a meeting with AC Milan over their head coaching vacancy. Are Pochettino's wandering eyes a concern for the USMNT at the World Cup? Next, Neymar has a calf injury, and his status for Brazil's opener is in doubt. Should we have seen this coming? Herc and Cristina make their CONCACAF Champions Cup Final predictions. The show closes out with some Julián Alvarez transfer talk.

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The official USMNT roster for the 2026 World Cup is out. Mauricio Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Kasey Keller break it down with help from Jurgen Klinsmann and Jeff Carlisle. Jesse Marsch's new extension will take him to 2030. Is Canada in a better spot than the US? Plus, part 2 of Herc's conversation with Clint Dempsey.

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Alexis Nunez, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the action in the NWSL. Next, the crew pick their NWSL players of the week for match week 10. Then, the team discuss the UEFA Women's Champions League Final as Barcelona were crowned champions and the CONCACAF W Champions Cup Final that saw Club Americas lift the trophy.

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In this edition of Futbol Americas, Mauricio Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Kasey Keller react to the leak of the USMNT's World Cup roster. Is there a mole in the USMNT? Did Tanner Tessmann and Diego Luna deserve to be snubbed? Messi walked off the pitch injured. Is it time for calm or alarm? Mexico just beat Ghana convincingly. Do they have a new X-factor in Brian Gutiérrez? Herc sits down for a conversation with Clint Dempsey, and we discuss the Liga MX Final.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to the news that Chris Richards has torn 2 ligaments in his ankle. With his World Cup status in doubt, who can step up in his place? Pep Guardiola is out as Man City manager at the end of the season. Could he be a good fit for the USMNT? Mayor Zohran has announced that there will be affordable World Cup tickets for New Yorkers. Is this legit or just a publicity stunt? Cristo Hernandez joins the show as well.

Alexis Nunez, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the action in the NWSL. Next, the crew pick their NWSL players of the week for match week 9. Then, the team looks ahead at the UEFA Women's Champions League Final that will have Barcelona take on Lyon and the CONCACAF Champions Cup that will have Club América take on Gotham FC.

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Mauricio Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Ale Moreno kick off this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to Brazil's roster for the World Cup. Does Neymar deserve his place? Pepi has reached 100 appearances for PSV. Has he outgrown his club? Inter Miami fans are mad at the team, and Messi took offense. Who is at fault here? The panel then discusses the news that Robert Lewandowski is leaving Barcelona before ending the show with a Liga MX final preview.

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Alexis Nunes and Herc Gomez start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to the continued fallout from Real Madrid's catastrophic season. Is Florentino's position as president in jeopardy? Rodrigo Fáez and Gustavo Hofman join for that discussion. Next, there was more Messi magic when Inter Miami took on FC Cincinnati: 2 goals for the GOAT. Is his position as the MLS' highest-paid player justified? Chucky is on the outs in San Diego. He is the 4th highest-paid player in the MLS, and he hasn't played a minute this season. Who is at fault here? Herc interviews Gio Reyna a...

Alexis Nunez, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the action in the NWSL. Bad News : Trinity Rodman picks up a injury ,Good news:Temwa Chawinga scores a hattrick ! Next, the crew pick their NWSL players of the week for Match Week 8. Then, the team discusses results from Chelsea vs Manchester city in the FA cup semi final . It'll be Manchester City vs Brighton in the final. The show closes out with the top 10 goals.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to Barcelona's convincing La Liga triumph. Next, James Rodríguez's time in Minnesota looks like it is coming to an end. Is he the biggest MLS bust ever? LIGA MX semifinals are set, and the crew discusses them. Is Alex Zendejas playing his way into the USMNT World Cup picture? Finally, the panel reacts to Messi breaking another MLS record.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by recapping the wild news that Federico Valverde and Aurélien Tchouaméni got into a fight at training that left Valverde hospitalized. How much worse can this get? Christian Pulisic appears in TIME Magazine ahead of the World Cup, and he says that he plans on scoring goals in the tournament despite his barren club form. Infantino isn't sorry about the World Cup ticket prices. It's the 'market rate,' he says. Lastly, we have a CONCACAF Champions Cup recap.

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Kay Murray, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol Americas by recapping the action in the NWSL. Good news: Boston got their first win ever! Next, the crew pick their NWSL players of the week for Match Week 6. Then, Lianne Sanderson joins the program to recap the 2nd leg of the UWCL semifinals. It'll be Lyon vs. Barcelona in the biggest game. Which team does the panel think has the early edge? The show closes out with the top 10 goals.

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Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing Inter Miami's historic loss 4-3 loss to Orlando City despite leading 3-0 at one point. They then get in to some transfer rumors with Casemiro linked with Inter Miami and Christian Pulisic being linked with Manchester United. Then it is on to some national team discussions as Alejandro Zendejas continues to impress with Club America and Obed Vargas does the same with Atletico Madrid, leaving the US and Mexican national teams with some tough decisions to make. Finally, the crew reacts to some viral...

Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to what Mauricio Pochettino said on his appearance on The Overlap podcast. Mexico released their roster for their upcoming World Cup camp. Is having only Liga MX players on the roster a good idea? We recap the action across the semifinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup before reacting to the news that a bid has been submitted to purchase and move the Vancouver Whitecaps.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the troubling form of Christian Pulisic and Santi Giménez. How much should this concern their respective national teams ahead of the World Cup? Coventry City clinched the Championship, and they are going up to the Premier League! Haji Wright is a big reason why. Can he deliver at the next level? Crazy scenes in Spain as Esteban Andrada punches an opponent. The crew discusses the fallout. How long should Andrada be suspended? Finally, the crew looks ahead to the CONCACAF Champions Cup matches.

Alexis Nunes, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf start this edition of Futbol W with an NWSL matchday 5 recap. Kansas City got smashed by Washington. Is Chris Armas' job in danger? Next, the crew makes their player of the week picks. We had some exciting games in the UWCL semifinals. Lianne Sanderson joins the panel to recap the games and share who they will back to advance to the final. Finally, the NWSL has tabled their vote to change the league's calendar. Will they get the necessary votes? The show closes out with the top 10 goals.

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Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by posing a few questions now that we are 50 days away from the beginning of the World Cup. Are the host nations ready? Tyler Adams speaks on why the USMNT struggles against European opposition. Is playing against CONCACAF opposition really that different? We take a look at a special Bicycle Diaries episode with Obed Vargas as well.

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This edition of Futbol W with Alexis Nunes, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf starts off with a reaction to the USWNT's big win against Japan in game 3 of their series. The USWNT took 2 out of 3 games. Is this team solidifying its identity? England beat Spain at Wembley Stadium. How big of an upset was this? Ali makes her pick for the UWCL semifinal matchup between Bayern Munich and Barcelona. Jess Fishlock joins the show to discuss her retirement announcement. The show closes out with the top 5 goals.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Kasey Keller start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to Pellegrino Matarazzo's Copa del Rey final win. What does this mean for the American coach? Juls sits down with Brenden Aaronson. How big a piece can he be with the USMNT going forward? Alphonso Davies has won his 7th Bundesliga title. Is he the best player in CONCACAF? The show closes out with The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly + Weekend Howlers.

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This edition of Futbol Americas, hosted by Cristina Alexander, Kasey Keller, and Janusz Michallik, starts by reacting to the news that Matt Crocker has left his role as sporting director for US Soccer for Saudi Arabia. Jeff Carlisle joins to discuss. New Jersey Governor Mikey Sherrill has been trading jabs with FIFA on Twitter over the report that New Jersey Transit will be charging $100 for train tickets to MetLife Stadium. Should fans be concerned? Javier Mascherano also quit his job. Lizzy Becherano hops on to provide some insight. Finally, the crew goes through the CONCACAF Champions Cup matches.

Pellegrino Matarazzo joins Sid Lowe and Futbol Americas for a candid conversation in San Sebastián about his coaching journey, his philosophy, life in Spain, and what drives him on and off the touchline. It’s an intimate look at the manager’s mindset, ambitions, and perspective on the game — including his thoughts on the USMNT and what the future could hold. 

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Alexis Nunes and Ali Krieger start this edition of Futbol W by recapping the USWNT's win over Japan. Jeff Kassouf comes on to join the discussion to talk about who impressed in the friendly. Next, Lianne Sanderson hops on to preview England's upcoming clash with Spain at Wembley Stadium. Is this a revenge game? Marie Louise Eta has been hired as the Union Berlin coach. She is the first woman head coach in Europe's top 5 leagues, but not everybody is happy with her appointment. The show closes out with the top 5 goals.

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Alexis Nunes, Alex Pareja, and Kasey Keller start this edition of Futbol Americas by previewing the matchup between Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid in the Copa Del Rey Final. Both teams dropped points in the league, and Atletico has Barcelona in the Champions League coming up. Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi are both in good form for their club teams. The race for who will be the starting striker at this summer's World Cup is heating up. Kasey went to see his club AC Boise play. He talks about his experience there. The show closes out with the top 5...

Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas with a recap of the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matches. Leg 1 is in the books. Which MLS team has the best shot to advance? Patrick Agyemang is OUT for the 2026 World Cup with an Achilles injury. Who does Herc think will be on the USMNT's striker depth chart this summer? Fans have accused FIFA of 'misleading' them when it comes to tickets. Can FIFA stoop any lower? Marcel Ruíz suffered an ACL injury in March but is reportedly postponing surgery in hope of making the W...

In this episode Cristina Alexander, Jeff Kassouf are joined by Ali Krieger from London to recap the most recent NWSL action, headlined by a dramatic win for Orlando Pride over Angel City. Plus, Angel City defender Gisele Thompson joins the show for an interview. Finally, the crew takes a look back at last week's UWCL action.

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Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas by reacting to some good and bad news for USMNT strikers. Folarin Balogun has been tearing up Ligue 1 while Patrick Agyemang just got hurt. Obed Vargas made an impression against Barcelona while Johnny Cardoso missed out due to injury. Has Johnny progressed this season? Our very own Jeff Carlisle sat down with Johnny. Miami had their first game in their brand-new stadium. It's too bad they drew vs. Austin FC. Alexis talks to Ziggy Marley about the 2 Jamaican national teams. Finally, it's Herc's birthday!

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In this edition of Futbol W, Alexis Nunes, Ali Krieger, and Lianne Sanderson recap all of the quarterfinal matches from the UEFA Women's Champions League. Arsenal held on against Chelsea, but the real talking point is the hair-pulling incident and VAR's lack of intervention. Lyon got past Wolfsburg in convincing fashion, and Lily Johannes made the scoresheet. Bayern Munich ended Manchester United's European fairy tale. Lianne argues for more investment in the squad. Barcelona stomped Real Madrid, with Alexia Putellas making her 500th appearance for the club. Can anyone stop them? The panel makes their picks for the semifinals...

In this special edition of Futbol Americas Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, Jürgen Klinsmann, and Jeff Carlisle react to the USMNT's loss against Portugal in an international friendly. What does this loss mean for the USMNT, and how much should we make of them losing both games in this international window in convincing fashion? Türkiye will play in the USMNT's group in the World Cup. How do they match up? Next, Mexico draws against Belgium. What did their performance say about their World Cup readiness? The crew takes a look at their group and Canada's group af...

Alexis Nunes, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf recap the NWSL weekend with Angel City winning the battle of the undefeated vs. Houston, KC Current losing their third in a row, and San Diego getting a perfect week! Wave's own Melanie Barcenas joins the show after scoring the top goal of the week and talks about meeting Jimmy Butler! The crew later picks the NWSL Players of the Week and a special SC Featured on Savy King. Around the world, Barcelona dominates the latest edition of El Clásico while Arsenal and Man. City take care of their own derby's.

Alexis Nunes and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by recapping the exciting friendly between Brazil and France. Then, Tim Ream hits out at the team that last managed the USMNT. Lastly, there are 3 exclusive conversations with USMNT stars Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, and Ricardo Pepi.

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Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf kick off this edition of Futbol W with an NWSL recap. Then Kiki van Zanten joins the show after her brace against Boston Legacy. Next, the crew get together to pick their players of the week. There have been a lot of red cards in the NWSL early this season. Is the panel cool with it? A Women's Champions League recap follows that discussion, and the show closes out with the top ten goals of the week.

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In this edition of Futbol Americas, Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, and Alejandro Moreno quickly recap what some USMNT stars are doing abroad before getting into the XI they want to see for the upcoming friendlies. Next, Pepi's transfer to Fulham from PSV is off after the two clubs failed to agree on a key issue late in the process. Andre Blake joins the show ahead of Jamaica's huge game against New Caledonia. Then, the crew previews the upcoming quarterfinal matches in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. There is some good news for the Mexican national team, with some players returning...

Mauricio Pedroza, Herc Gomez, and Ale Moreno start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the fallout from Inter Miami's exit from the CONCACAF Champions Cup before recapping the rest of the matchups. Pochettino has announced the 27-man roster for the USMNT's upcoming friendlies, and a certain out-of-form player has made the cut. Mexico has also announced a roster with 1 player on the roster earning his first call-up. The show closes out with a recap of the US Open Cup.

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Cristina Alexander, Jeff Kassouf, Ali Krieger, and Crystal Dunn recap NWSL season openers. That includes Gotham FC's inaugural match at Gillette Stadium, Sophia Wilson's return, and Savy King's big comeback. Next, the squad reacts to the news that Gotham FC will be hosting a match at Citi Field. Jess Carter joins the show to talk about the impact that will have across the NWSL. Also, Catarina Macario gets paid. The show closes out with the top 5 goals, followed by Drippin or Trippin.

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