Bros Talking Soccer

We discuss Ozil's "illness", La Liga players striking, Austin FC's crest, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Time Here - Ozil's illness - Gattuso's Bakayoko comment - Karius allowed to leave LFC but not Mignolet Christian's Corner - Lloris caught drunk driving (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/aug/24/hugo-lloris-tottenham-goalkeeper-charged-drink-driving) - La Liga players may strike (http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/la-liga-players-considering-strike-action-over-games-in/1a588khzihhov1q4huqkhdkx0g) - Napoli owner criticizes Sarri for having never won trophy (http://www.goal.com/en/news/napoli-chief-de-laurentiis-slams-trophyless-chelsea-boss/oa4itkr27bgw1oebrqjvlnnfs) Dave's - Lazio supporters forbidding women from first 10 rows of the Curva Nord (https://www.si.com/soccer/2018/08/20/report-lazio-ultras-superfans-women-banned-stands) - Austin FC revealed new club crest (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2018/08/22/precourt-sports-ventures-reveals-badge-potential-austin-mls-club) Link to

We're together again for this podcast. We discuss La Liga playing matches in North America, Diego Costa kicking Sergio Ramos, Inter Milan suing La Liga, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Christian's Corner - La Liga matches played in USA and Canada (http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/la-liga-to-stage-competitive-fixtures-in-usa-canada-as-part/1x6s4thy41lcl1nlpvpgj6njgl) - Lukaku to retire from Belgium after Euro 2020 (http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/lukaku-reveals-2020-belgium-retirement-plan/1a1ver42hegcjz2953rga1kko) - Diego Costa Kicks Ramos in the head (https://metro.co.uk/2018/08/16/liverpool-fans-react-diego-costa-accidentally-kicks-sergio-ramos-head-7845519/) Christian's Corner pt 2 - Inter Milan to sue La Liga president over Modric comments (https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2791482-inter-milan-to-sue-la-liga-president-javier-tebas-over-luka-modric-comments) - Napoli leader claims Roma & Liverpool have the same ownership (http://www.goal.com/en/news/napoli-chief-de-laurentiis-makes-sensati

All three Knittel brothers are together in their parents' basement (aka Christian's bedroom) for today's podcast. We discuss MLS Miami's new crest, Cech's Twitter battle with Bayer Leverkusen, Wayne Rooney's hustle play, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Segment - MLS Miami's new crest (https://www.local10.com/news/local/miami/has-the-mls-miami-team-name-logo-been-uncovered) - Klopp vs Ramos (http://www.espn.com/soccer/uefa-champions-league/775/blog/post/3597575/jurgen-klopp-vs-sergio-ramos-a-timeline-of-war-of-words-since-champions-league-final) Christian's Corner - Lovren didn't tell Liverpool about his stomach injury until he returned from vacation (https://www.givemesport.com/1371084-liverpool-fans-speculate-why-dejan-lovren-didnt-tell-the-club-about-his-stomach-injury) - Cech's Twitter battle with Bayer Leverkusen (http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/its-sad-to-see-other-clubs-dont-share-our-values-cech-left/1ciqduw762sdl1f7f6nn56owoa) - Mexican TV station bribing for rights to World Cup (ht

We are joined by Critty Smith from the Kings of Europe podcast. We discuss Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds, the opening weekend in the Prem, Sporting Director requirements, and more. Find Critty on Twitter here: twitter.com/CrittySmith And find the Kings of Europe podcast on twitter here: twitter.com/KingsofEUR Topics discussed this episode: Christian's Corner - Marcelo Bielsa's start as manager at Leeds United - Pochettino hinted that Brexit influenced lack of transfers (http://www.goal.com/en/news/pochettino-hints-brexit-influenced-lack-of-transfers/1aqigp7k0349b1bs4i4zcutebp) - Messi is Barca's new captain Critty Segment - First impression of PL opening weekend - Preview Bundesliga & Serie A - Mourinho doing more harm than good at United Dave's Segment - The Union have a new Sporting Director (http://www.phillysoccerpage.net/2018/08/09/what-to-know-about-new-union-sporting-director-ernst-tanner/). We discuss what makes for a good sporting director in this segment. Visit our website: www.brostalkingsoccerpodca

Dave & Christian are joined by D.J. Fluck from Stadium Scene and Dave's wife Kristin (for Christian's Corner) on today's podcast. We discuss athlete diets, how Atlanta United would do in the Premier League, Brad Guzan's in-game interview at the MLS All-Star game, and more. Find Stadium Scene TV online here: - Website: stadiumscene.tv/ - Twitter: twitter.com/stadiumscene - Facebook: www.facebook.com/stadiumscene - Instagram: www.instagram.com/stadium_scene/ - Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/stadiumscene/ Topics discussed this episode: Christian's Corner - MLS All-Star Game - Bellerin going vegan (pro athlete diets) - FA Rule Changes (managers getting cards!!!) D.J.'s Dive - Atlanta United is likely best team in MLS, how would they finish in the Premier League? - In a 2 leg champions league style knockout, who is the first team in the table ATLUTD would beat, starting with MCFC and moving downward? Dave's Segment - Inter has been aggressive this transfer window. Can they compete for the Serie A title this seas

We're joined by Tom Newman from 90 Minutes At A Time to preview the upcoming 2018-2019 Premier League season. We go through a detailed, team by team discussion to let you know what to expect this season. Check out the 90 Minutes At A Time website here: 90maat.com/ Find 90 Minutes At A Time on Twitter here: twitter.com/90MAAT_ Our Other Projects: - Fan Futsal (www.fanfutsal.com) - The Soccer Tavern (www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern)

We discuss Jose Mourinho, Christian Pulisic's future, Alfonso Davies' transfer to Bayern, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Matt's Segment - Mourinho's time at United - Are Bayern/Germany on the decline? - Pulisic contract & what's best for his career at this point Christian's Corner - Jarlene Hinkle USWNT drama (https://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2018/7/25/17609060/jaelene-hinkle-uswnt-roster-tournament-of-nations-roster-homophobic-700-club-interview) - Tite contract extension (https://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2018/07/25/sports/soccer/25reuters-soccer-brazil-tite.html) Dave's Segment - Alfonso Davies to Bayern (https://www.prosoccerusa.com/vancouver-whitecaps-fc/alphonso-davies-completes-historic-transfer-to-bayern-munich/) - Whitecaps sending training compensation check to Davies' youth club in Edmonton (https://twitter.com/thegoalkeeper/status/1022217472462790656) - Barcelona transfer antics (http://www.espn.com/soccer/soccer-transfers/story/3575612/barcelona-should-send-lionel-messi-to-roma-as

We discuss Tim Weah's development, Chelsea's empire possibly crumbling, Serie A rising, and more. Stories discussed this episode: Segment 1 (USA) - Tim Weah playing with stars and what that means for his development - How can the US Open Cup grow in the US? - US Soccer YouTube Series about young players (www.ussoccer.com/rising) Segment 2 (England) - Is Chelsea's empire crumbling? - Liverpool bought Alisson for a ton of money (https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2018/07/18/liverpool-agree-deal-worth-67m-roma-goalkeeper-allison/) - Tottenham's lack of transfer activity Segment 3 (Rest of World) - Osorio rejects Mexico extension (http://www.goal.com/en-au/news/source-osorio-to-leave-mexican-national-team/zvk4bomw5xiy1azy8s7veqkxj) - Will Serie A compete with Premier League & La Liga as the best league in the world? - Does Neymar regret his move to PSG?

We discuss the 2018 World Cup Final between France & Croatia. We also recap the tournament including teams & players that impressed or disappointed, teams to watch out for in 2022, favorite goals, favorite moments, and a discussion of Russia's hosting as well as Fox's coverage in the US. Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We discuss the action from the 3rd place match at the 2018 World Cup. We review Belgium vs England. We also do a detailed preview of the World Cup Final between France & Croatia. Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We are joined by Matty Knips from The Underdog Soccer Podcast to discuss the action from the second semifinal match at the 2018 World Cup. We review Croatia vs England. We also preview the 3rd place match and Final scheduled for this weekend. Find The Underdog Soccer Podcast on Twitter here: twitter.com/UnderdogSP Find The Underdog Soccer Podcast website here: underdogsoccerpodcast.com/ Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We are joined by J.S. Leatherbarrow from Football And The City to discuss the action from the first semifinal match at the 2018 World Cup. We review France vs Belgium. We also preview the other semifinal match on Wednesday, which is Croatia vs England. Find Football And The City on Twitter here: twitter.com/ballandthecity Find the Football And The City website here: footballandthecity.com/ Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We are joined by Denver Yost from The MLS Guys to discuss the action from the second day of the quarterfinals at the 2018 World Cup. We review Sweden vs England and Russia vs Croatia. We also preview the first semifinal match on Tuesday, which is France vs Belgium. Find The MLS Guys on Twitter here: twitter.com/TheMLSGuys And check out The MLS Guys website here: themlsguys.com/ Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We discuss the action from the first day of the quarterfinals at the 2018 World Cup. We review Uruguay vs France and Brazil vs Belgium. We also preview the final quarterfinal matches on Saturday, which are Sweden vs England and Russia vs Croatia. Please excuse the video feed from Dave's side. Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We are joined by Paul McGarraghy from Over The Bar to discuss the action from the final day of the round of 16 at the 2018 World Cup. We review Sweden vs Switzerland and Colombia vs England. We also preview the first quarterfinal matches on Friday, which are Uruguay vs France and Brazil vs Belgium. Find Over The Bar on Twitter here: twitter.com/OverTheBarFB Find the Over The Bar website here: www.otbfootball.net/ Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

Dave is all alone on today's podcast discussing the action from the third day of the knockout rounds. He reviews Brazil vs Mexico and Belgium vs Japan. He also previews the final round of 16 matches, which are Sweden vs Switzerland and Colombia vs England. Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We are joined by Denver Yost from The MLS Guys and Christian Sandler from the Philly Soccer Page to discuss the action from the second day of the knockout rounds. We review Spain vs Russia and Croatia vs Denmark. We also preview knockout round matches on Day 3, which are Brazil vs Mexico and Belgium vs Japan. Find The MLS Guys on Twitter here: twitter.com/TheMLSGuys And check out The MLS Guys website here: themlsguys.com/ Find Christian on Twitter here: twitter.com/ByChristianSand And find the Philly Soccer Page website here: www.phillysoccerpage.net/ Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

We are joined by Dalu to discuss the action from the first round of 16 matches. We review France vs Argentina and Uruguay vs Portugal. We also preview knockout round matches on Day 2, which are Spain vs Russia and Croatia vs Denmark. Find Dalu on Twitter here: twitter.com/JidalFab Check out our website here: www.brostalkingsoccerpodcast.com/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern

In this episode, we have 2 parts. In Part 1, Dave is joined by Mark Lawson from Game Day Tourist to give his thoughts on the 2018 World Cup so far. We focus more on the cultural and off-field happenings in this section. Check out Game Day Tourist on Twitter here: twitter.com/gamedaytourist Check out Game Day Tourist on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/gamedaytourist/ Find the Game Day Tourist website here: gamedaytourist.com/ Read the New York Times article on Rafa Marquez mentioned in Part 1: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/18/sports/world-cup/rafa-marquez-treasury-sanctions.html In Part 2, Christian plays host and is joined by Dave to review the insane 2018 World Cup group stage and look ahead to the knockout rounds.

We're joined by David Pearson from Over The Bar on today's podcast to recap the action from Day 15 of the 2018 World Cup in Russia. We review the day's matches of Senegal vs Colombia, Japan vs Poland, England vs Belgium, and Panama vs Tunisia. We also preview the first round of 16 matches set to take place Saturday, which are France vs Argentina and Uruguay vs Portugal. Check out Over The Bar on Twitter here: twitter.com/OverTheBarFB  Find the Over The Bar website here: www.otbfootball.net/ And visit The Soccer Tavern YouTube channel here: www.youtube.com/c/TheSoccerTavern