Bros Talking Soccer

We discuss James Milner's legacy, Ada Hegerberg as the first ever Ballon d'Or Feminin winner, MLS Cup and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (4:50-17:03) - MLS selling big name players - USWNT World Cup draw Christian's Corner (17:58-33:36) - How should the Ballon d'Or be determined? - Andres Luthe (Augsburg GK) bit off part of his tongue and kept playing - James Milner's legacy Dave's Dive (34:21-51:29) - Ada Hegerberg, first ever Ballon d'Or Feminin winner, was asked to twerk - Weston McKennie started at ST for Schalke - MLS Cup review Listener Questions (51:56-56:37) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We are joined by Phil Baki & Pat Staley from the Two Red Gringos LFC Podcast. We discuss Liverpool FC's season, attempt to predict the winter transfer window, get the origin and behind the scenes details for the Two Red Gringos Podcast, & more. Timestamps as promised: - Intros (0:00-2:16) - Liverpool talk (2:17-30:04) - Podcast talk (30:05-1:01:06) Find the Two Red Gringos website here: https://tworedgringos.com/ Find the Two Red Gringos on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/TwoRedGringos Find the Protagonist Soccer website here: https://www.protagonistsoccer.com/ Find Phil on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/bakibalboa Find Pat on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/Mr_Staley Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/

We discuss the USMNT finally having a manager, Klopp's pitch invasion, the ongoing Copa Libertadores Final saga, & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Megs (3:28-17:29) - USMNT has a coach - New UEFA club competition Christian's Corner (18:39-33:03) - Klopp pitch invasion - Robben leaving Bayern in 2019 - David Villa to join Iniesta's team in Japan Dave's Dive (33:49-43:39) - Copa Libertadores Final moved to December 9 and will be played outside of Argentina - USL players have unionized & been recognized by the league Listener Questions (44:14-54:11) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccer.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We are joined by Will Rivard from Tottenham Hotspur World. We discuss Will's website, the soccer culture in Alabama, Tottenham's season, & more. Find the Tottenham Hotspur World website here: http://tottenhamhotspurworld.com/ Find Tottenham Hotspur World on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/WorldHotspur Find Will on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/WillRivard2 Check out our website here: https://www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/

We discuss Thiago Motta's tactical revolution, Barca's agreement w/ LFC as a result of the Coutinho sale, MLS schedule changes for next year, & more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (2:04-17:01) - Thiago Motta's running a unique formation - Unai Emery learning English - The Copa Libertadores Final was suspended Christian's Corner (18:13-32:18) - Clause in Coutinho contract that says Barca can't sign another Liverpool player until 2021 - Ramos allegations Dave's Dive (32:58-53:34) - Jonathan de Guzman blackballed at Napoli (https://twitter.com/ybthebest/status/1063895798784671749?s=21) - MLS schedule changes for next year - Julen Lopetegui offered himself to US Soccer as manager candidate and US Soccer said "No thanks" - FIFA considering moving World Cup to every 2 years (https://soccer.nbcsports.com/2018/11/24/fifa-urged-to-host-world-cup-every-two-years/) Listener Questions (53:56-1:04:56) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - The

We are joined by Paul McGarraghy & David Turner from Over The Bar. We discuss their website (Over The Bar), club soccer fandom in Manchester, the UEFA Nations League, & more. Find the Over The Bar website here: https://www.otbfootball.net/ Find Over The Bar on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/OverTheBarFB Find Paul on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/PaulMcGarraghy Find David on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/DavidOverTheBar Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/

We discuss Germany being relegated, the Sturridge betting scandal, the USMNT's utterly meaningless existence right now, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (3:20-16:42) - Ranieri to Fulham - Germany relegated - Crazy CONCACAF story Christian's Corner (18:12-33:50) - Bethlehem Steel playing at Talen next season - Ronaldinho is broke - Sturridge betting scandal Dave's (34:31-49:46) - Premier League will have VAR next season - Ref suspended for playing rock, paper, scissors (https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/46229096) - US performance against England and the US not having a permanent manager for 13 months Listener Questions (50:22-54:37) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We are joined by Kevin & Martin from the Loud Americans Discussing Soccer, or LADS, podcast for this interview episode. We discuss how the LADS got their start, their social media game, and their soccer fandom. Make sure to check them out at the links below and thanks for listening. Find the LADS on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/LADS_Podcast Visit the LADS website here: https://www.ladspodcast.com/ Support the LADS on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/ladspodcast Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/

We are joined by Todd & Tyler from the Free Kick Pod to discuss the Manchester Derby, Der Klassiker, Ibra's MLS future, & more. Find the Free Kick Pod on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/FreeKickPod Find the podcast on iTunes here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fulltime-podcast-with-todd-and-tyler/id1361793794 Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (3:54-16:02) - Manchester Derby recap - Benfica women's team is balling Christian's Corner (17:19-30:46) - USWNT hit 500 wins - Der Klassiker recap - Salah statue - worse than Ronaldo's? Free Kick Pod Segment (31:29-55:50) - Potential North American League in the future - Have we seen the last of Ibra in the MLS? - We want to get you guys involved with our "pickle games" segment. Dave's (55:55-1:00:58) - Gianni Infantino asked Qatar to share the World Cup (https://www.apnews.com/d3f842b0c5974e03b53e3316c7739aed) - Boca vs River in the Copa Libertadores final (https://twitter.com/LucyZelic/status/1057823281850400768) Listener Questions (1:0

We are joined by John Collins from The Game of Football Podcast to discuss the PSG & City FFP revelations, pro players behaving like morons, possible rule changes, & more. Find The Game of Football Podcast on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/TheGameofFooty Listen to The Game of Football podcast here: https://soundcloud.com/the-game-of-football Support the podcast by purchasing a BTS long sleeve T. Sales end November 8. Get your shirt here: https://www.bonfire.com/bearded-knittel-brothers-long-sleeve-t/ Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (2:33-11:09) - City & PSG FFP revelations Christian's Corner (12:27-29:33) - Pro players are idiots - Real Madrid should go after Mauricio Pochettino John's Segment (30:16-43:32) - IFAB meeting discussion Listener Questions (44:20-55:48) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We discuss Madrid sacking their manager, De Bruyne unhappy with the NFL, Jose approving his own boss, and more. Support the podcast by purchasing a specially designed long sleeve T. Sales end November 8. Get your shirt here: https://www.bonfire.com/bearded-knittel-brothers-long-sleeve-t/ Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (3:10-14:34) - Madrid sacking their manager & the state of the club - LA Galaxy players leaving without talking to the media Christian's Corner (15:38-31:39) - Inter player lays behind wall to block Suarez low free kick (link to episode 94: https://www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/episodes/episode-94-numerical-number) - De Bruyne unhappy with NFL game played on pith day before Spurs match at Wembley - Napoli owner says games are too long & boring. FIFA & UEFA need to change rules Dave's (32:42-43:00) - Jose to approve his own boss (http://www.espn.com/soccer/manchester-united/story/3684159/manchester-united-changes-may-have-to-wait-until-after-jose-mourinho-leaves-

We are joined by Matthew Ridout, aka Soccernoob, to discuss Bayern's comments to the media, Mourinho vs the Chelsea assistant, Usain Bolt's soccer career, & more. Find Soccernoob on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/SoccernoobUSA Find the Soccernoob blog here: http://www.soccernoob.com/ Support the podcast by purchasing a BTS long sleeve T. Sales end November 8. Get your shirt here: https://www.bonfire.com/bearded-knittel-brothers-long-sleeve-t/ Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here On This Podcast (3:22-9:56) - FC Bayern dealings with media Christian's Corner (11:28-29:50) - No Messi or Ronaldo in el Clasico for first time in 11 years - Mourinho vs Chelsea assistant - DC United's playoff chances SoccerNoob Rockin' America (30:37-47:29) - Ballon d'Or voting - Mar Ibarra murder - Usain Bolt's rejection of Maltese club Vallette FC Listener Questions (48:24-59:53) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSocc

We discuss Griezmann for Ballon d'Or, Henry to Monaco, Saving the Crew, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (4:01-22:13) - Raheem Sterling England performance - Paco Alcacer's hot start - Thierry Henry new Monaco manager (http://www.espn.com/soccer/as-monaco/story/3665131/thierry-henry-to-be-named-new-monaco-manager-as-leonardo-jardim-sacked-sources) - Usain Bolt's future Christian's Corner (23:18-40:20) - Henderson's comments on the difference between Klopp & Southgate - Griezmann thoughts on winning the Ballon d'Or - Man City offer for Messi Dave's (41:07-52:53) - Combined North American league (http://www.espn.com/soccer/united-states/story/3665748/united-states-canada-mexico-could-form-combined-league-after-2026-world-cup) - Save the Crew worked! (https://www.massivereport.com/2018/10/12/17968262/misson-accomplished-saved-the-crew-columbus-crew-sc-mls-2018-jimmy-haslam) Listener Questions (53:52-1:05:39) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/

We discuss the Ronaldo accusations, recap Liverpool vs City, discuss the USMNT roster for upcoming friendlies, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Christian's Corner (3:19-17:37) - Ronaldo accusations (https://twitter.com/derWinterbach/status/1046478115734720513) - Steve Bruce fired at Aston Villa Matt's Time Here (18:47-35:13) - Magical Barcelona doctors - Liverpool vs City match Dave's (36:00-49:39) - USMNT roster (https://www.ussoccer.com/mens-national-team/latest-roster#tab-1) - Women's World Cup Final on the same day as Copa America and Gold Cup finals Listener Questions (50:50-58:30) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanfutsal.com) - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We discuss Messi being rested at FC Barcelona, Mendy's antics wearing on Pep, listener questions, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (2:33-11:50) - Is Chelsea's success gonna be long term? - Hazard retiring the knee slide celebration Christian's Corner (12:57-32:15) - Sevilla fans injured after barrier collapse at Eibar stadium - Pogba could refuse to play for Mourinho - Ronaldo thinks he's being persecuted for leaving Real - Messi being rested at Barcelona Dave's (33:06-39:20) - New Barcelona Logo (http://www.goal.com/en/news/barcelona-update-crest-by-removing-fcb-lettering/1ahkxqa3u7hub1ceagrptzav6c) - Mendy's antics at City (http://www.espn.com/soccer/manchester-city/story/3649927/manchester-citys-benjamin-mendy-facing-uncertain-future-after-pep-guardiola-row-sources) Listener Questions (40:11-45:31) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Check out our Twitch channel here: https://www.twitch.tv/btsoccerpod Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanf

We discuss Mourinho telling Pogba he will never captain United again, the FIFA Best awards, the USL rebrand, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (3:53-14:34) - Mourinho said Pogba will never captain United again Christian's Corner (15:31-37:45) - FIFA Best Awards - Possible UEFA Champions League Final in 2021 in New York City Dave's (38:36-46:50) - FIFA taskforce makes algorithm based transfer fee recommendation (https://www.sporttechie.com/fifa-taskforce-recommends-algorithm-based-transfer-fee-regulations/) - USL rebrand (https://www.si.com/soccer/2018/09/25/usl-rebrand-championship-league-one-two) Listener Questions (47:48-55:02) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanfutsal.com) - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We discuss mascots in soccer, the USMNT friendlies, and answer a bunch of listener questions. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (2:37-6:15) - Varane's FIFA rating Christian's Corner (6:15-13:13) - Chievo docked 3 points for false accounting Dave's (14:10-26:03) - USMNT friendlies vs Brazil (0-2 L) & Mexico (1-0 W) - Union unveiled Phang Listener Questions (27:00-41:15) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanfutsal.com) - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We're joined by Andrew Deihl (twitter.com/ItsADeihl) to discuss Neymar as Brazil's permanent captain, Messi's snub, Denmark's national team standoff, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here (2:06-14:12) - Neymar made permanent captain of Brazil - Emery said Arsenal need 2 more transfer windows to get where they need to be Christian's Corner (15:02-29:48) - Messi snubbed from FIFA awards - Red Star Belgrade fans are banned from traveling to LFC & PSG Champions League matches Drew's Den (30:21-46:53) - USMNT head coach search - Situation with the Denmark FA Dave's (46:53-49:47) - Ronaldo bought Rayo Valladolid  - Las Vegas Lights dropped $5K from Helicopter for fans Listener Questions (49:47-55:35) Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanfutsal.com) - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

Dave is joined by Chrisos Mavromoustakos from Mavro Productions to discuss Chrisos' YouTube channel and soccer fandom. Find Mavro Productions on YouTube here: www.youtube.com/c/Mavroproductions And find it on Twitter here: twitter.com/mavroproduction Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/

We discuss Schweinsteiger's mid-season testimonial, the life of a lower division US Soccer pro, the USMNT roster for the upcoming friendlies, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Dave's Part 1 - Rayo Vallecano stadium closed until October 15 (https://en.as.com/en/2018/08/28/football/1535444202_926005.html) - Schweinsteiger testimonial in the middle of the MLS season (http://www.espn.com/soccer/report?gameId=510759) Dave's Part 2 - Dempsey retirement (https://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2018/08/29/15/35/20180829-news-mnt-clint-dempsey-announces-retirement-from-soccer) - Life in the lower tier of US soccer (https://theathletic.com/495692/2018/08/29/growth-of-the-usl-puts-low-pay-lack-of-insurance-for-players-under-greater-scrutiny/) Listener Questions Visit the Bros Talking Soccer website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanfutsal.com) - The Soccer Tavern (youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)