Bros Talking Soccer

We are joined by Alex Shuptar from Sofive Soccer Centers. We discuss Sofive's journey to get to where it is now, where the company is headed in the future, Alex's role at Sofive, his soccer fandom, and more. Sofive website: https://sofive.com/  Sofive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sofive_elkinspark/  Sofive Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SofiveElkinsPark/  Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ 

We discuss head injuries in soccer, MLS suspension delays, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (3:12-24:26) - Lozano to Napoli - What else needs to be done for head injuries - Championship playoff predictions Christian's Corner (25:31-39:05) - Pep's comments about Liverpool - Prem players of the season - Guinea vs Liverpool Keita injury Dave's Domestic Dive (39:51-51:35) - Ibra vs Onuoha battle - MLS disciplinary announcements more than a week later Listener Questions (52:20-1:09:23) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/  Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We are joined by Pete Carcia from the Between The Sticks podcast. We discuss Pete's podcast, his fandom of West Ham United and Hartford Athletic, and more. Pete's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thatgeekfromjfk  Pete's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petecarciaphoto/  Between The Sticks on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/between-the-sticks-podcast/id1403975548?mt=2  Between The Sticks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betweenthestickspodcast/  Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ 

We discuss Burnley's anti-football, the Villa vs Leeds melee, MLS travel issues, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (2:44-21:34) - Burnley play “anti-football” - CL preview - Real Madrid turning down Asensio offers Christian's Corner (22:43-39:08) - Ligue 1 appoints first ever female referee - PFA team of the year announced - Villa vs Leeds melee Dave's Domestic Dive (39:52-1:01:04) - MLS expanding to 30 teams - USSF being sued after blocking Ecuadorian league match in Miami - Montreal impact travel issues Listener Questions (1:01:11-1:09:05) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/  Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We are joined by Joe Migliarese who is the head strength & conditioning coach at Germantown Academy outside of Philadelphia and the founder of Tools4Sports. We discuss Joe's experiences training college, high school, and youth athletes. Find Tools4Sports on: - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tools4Sports-372849596451796/  - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tools4sports/  - Website: https://www.tools4sports.com/  Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ 

We discuss Thierry Henry to NYRB, PFA nominations, MLS expansion, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (2:14-17:37) - Henry in talks with NYRB - Prem top 4 predictions Christian's Corner (18:55-39:06) - PFA nominations - Eredivisie moves entire match week - Paul Scholes betting probe Dave's Domestic Dive (39:50-56:35) - Inter Miami being sued over plans in Ft Lauderdale - MLS instituting training compensation & solidarity payments - Jozy Altidore's upset Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/  Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview James, Jared, & Boyce from Who Kicked The Corner Flag podcast. In the interview, we discuss the inspiration for Who Kicked The Corner Flag, the evolution of the podcast, their fandom of Arsenal & Tottenham, and more. Who Kicked The Corner Flag Twitter: https://twitter.com/kickcornerflag  James Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesjohnrose  Jared Twitter: https://twitter.com/jaredbustamante  Boyce Twitter: https://twitter.com/samuraihawk  KC Arsenal Twitter: https://twitter.com/KCGooners  KC Spurs Twitter: https://twitter.com/KansasCitySpurs  Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website:  https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ 

We discuss a soccer fan's tattoo gone wrong, Camacho's tweet, Kaku losing his mind, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (3:00-12:02) - Gonzalo Higuain's shape - River Plate fan's QR code tattoo Christian's Corner (13:18-33:18) - Rafael Camacho tweet at Klopp - Kimmich said he also left Bayern because of Ancelotti - Champions League review/preview Dave's Domestic Dive (33:59-46:08) - USMNT Gold Cup Group - SKC's aggregate CCL loss - Kaku kicking ball at fan Listener Questions (46:15-53:01) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview Mike Rex and Jeffrey Mitchell from Roxborough United Soccer Club (RUSC). In the interview, we discuss the intricacies of running a youth soccer club, both of their involvement in coaching, what the future holds for RUSC, and more. RUSC website: https://www.roxboroughunited.com/  RUSC Twitter: https://twitter.com/RoxUnitedSC  RUSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Roxsoccer/  RUSC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roxboroughunitedsc/  Mike Rex Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mikerex20  Jeffrey Mitchell Twitter: https://twitter.com/FatherOfBen  Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ 

We discuss England as Euro favorites, Champions League changes, Inter Miami vs Inter Milan, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (2:30-17:05) - De Bruyne Claims England Euro 2020 Favorites - Sarri says fan criticism is good for Chelsea players Christian's Corner (18:20-38:00) - Lahm to take over DFB presidency - Champions League changes in 2024-2025 rejected by Prem - Champions League quarterfinal previews Dave's Domestic Dive (38:40-1:00:34) - Inter Miami vs Inter Milan - Chicago Fire may rebrand as Chicago City Football Club and move into soldier field in city of Chicago. - Doolsta needs to choose between college and pro gaming - LUNA bar is paying the difference in bonus money for USWNT players making World Cup vs USMNT - US Open Cup on ESPN+ Listener Questions (N/A) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview Jonathan Castner, owner of Touchline Appraisals. In the interview, we discuss Jonathan's soccer filled past (including playing in college, running a soccer magazine, and coaching youth & college players), his current soccer memorabilia appraisal company, and more. Touchline Appraisals website: http://touchlineappraisals.com/ Touchline Appraisals Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/touchline_appraisals/ Touchline Appraisals LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/touchline-appraisals/about/ Touchline Appraisals Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soccercollectibles Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/

We discuss Zidane starting his son, Messi being criticized (again), CONCACAF Nations League, & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (2:46-18:41) - Zidane starts his son - Marcelo to stay at Real - Barca set Malcolm price Christian's Corner (20:01-38:39) - Messi being criticized heavily by Argentina again - 7-0 in MLS, when does running up the score become inappropriate? - Carragher says United has a dilemma with Liverpool winning title or City winning quadruple Dave's Domestic Dive (39:24-54:36) - USMNT vs Chile review - CONCACAF Nations League - 13-year-old makes pro debut for Portland Thorns Listener Questions (54:44-1:02:46) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview Rob Simmons who is a writer and photographer for the Philly Soccer page. In the interview, we discuss Rob's passion for photography, his skills on FIFA, his life goals, and more. Rob's Twitter: https://twitter.com/Robsimmons31 Rob's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robsimmons_/?hl=en Philly Soccer Page Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phillysoccerpage/ Philly Soccer Page Twitter: https://twitter.com/phillysoccerpg Philly Soccer Page Website: http://www.phillysoccerpage.com/ Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/

We discuss Birmingham City's point deduction, scientists cloning Messi, the USMNT friendly vs Ecuador, & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (3:21-18:31) - Neymar charged for Instagram post - Birmingham City deducted 9 points - Hooliganism in the women's game Christian's Corner (19:24-34:48) - Scientists claim that can clone Messi - MLS playing during International Break - Most overrated and most underrated player of last decade Dave's Domestic Dive (35:33-53:12) - Beckham's stadium in Ft. Lauderdale - FIFA decision on US solidarity payments - USMNT vs Ecuador Review Listener Questions (53:28-1:01:34) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We discuss the Champions League, no VAR use at Swansea, the UWSNT lawsuit, & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (3:36-21:25) - CL review & preview Christian's Corner (22:24-38:25) - No VAR use at Swansea - Scholes retires after 31 days - Babel comments on VVD Dave's Domestic Dive (39:06-59:27) - 100 lower division clubs asked USSF & FIFA for pro/rel - Jason Kreis new US Olympics coach? - USWNT sued USSF for equal pay Listener Questions - none this week Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview our friend Christian Sandler (aka Lil Seabass) on his history in sports journalism and soccer. Find Christian on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/ByChristianSand Find The Philly Soccer Page website here: http://www.phillysoccerpage.com/ Find The Philly Soccer Page on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/Phillysoccerpg Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://brostalkingsoccer.com/

We discuss Gedion Zelalem to MLS, Zidane's Real return, Germany's squad transition & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs - Gedion Zelalem to MLS - NCAA scam Christian's Corner - Zidane's return to Madrid - Loew rejects Hummels, Boateng, and Mueller - Fan attack Grealish Dave's Dive - N/A Listener Questions Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview Matt Markstone from the Dellivery Podcast. We discuss Matt's Southampton fandom, what it's like trying to grow a podcast, some of his favorite other clubs, and more. Find the Dellivery podcast on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/SFCDell_ivery  Visit the Dellivery website here: https://www.southamptondellivery.com/ Find Matt on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/mmarkstone Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ 

We discuss Lewandowski's record, the USWNT's recent performances, new managers in the Prem, & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (3:47-13:30) - Handball rule change - Lewandowski equaling record Christian's Corner (14:24-29:42) - USWNT review of She Believes Cup - Mourinho's latest Pogba swipe Dave's Dive (30:24-49:13) - Brendan Rodgers to Leicester - Scott Parker to Fulham - MLS Season Review Listener Questions (49:18-55:57) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We interview Stephen Brandt from the Yellow Card Podcast. We discuss how the Yellow Card Podcast got its start, Stephen's approach to podcasting, his fandom of LFC, and more. Find Stephen on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/StephenCBrandt Find the Yellow Card Podcast on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/yellowcardpod Listen to the Yellow Card Podcast here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/ycp Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: https://www.brostalkingsoccer.com/