Futbol Americas

ESPN

Futbol Americas is ESPN’s soccer podcast covering the biggest stories across the Americas and the global game. From the USMNT, Mexico, MLS, Liga MX, NWSL and the USWNT to the Champions League, top European clubs and the road to the World Cup, each episode delivers sharp analysis, strong opinions and must-hear reactions on the teams, players and moments that matter most.

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20 episodes
Updated July 15

Episodes20

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July 15 · 50 min
Futbol W: NWSL Interviews + NWSL Moves + Alexia's Next Challenge + Top 5
It's Futbol W's 100th show! We have two interviews for you. Sarah Schupansky and Esme Morgan join the show. Esme and Sarah will be playing in a landmark NWSL match at Citi Field in the coming days. We also recap some moves in the NWSL during the Men's World Cup summer break. Then, Alexia Putellas' move to London City is complete, and we take a look back at her glorious time with Barcelona. Finally, we have the top 5 goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 11 · 50 min
Futbol Americas: More USMNT Fallout + CONCACAF Player Picks
Futbol Americas is back to react to more fallout from the USMNT's loss vs. Belgium in the Round of 16. With Mauricio Pochettino's future in doubt and Christian Pulisic injured, what can we take away from this run, if anything? Later, the panel makes their picks for the CONCACAF Player of the Tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 20 · 50 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT Preview + Tartan Army Check In + Mexico's Big Win
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 13 · 52 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT Look Ahead + Canada Reaction + Tales From the Pitch
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 9 · 45 min
Futbol W: USWNT lose to Brazil+ Spain dominates England+Alexia Putellas to London City?+USL Super League Calendar Flip
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 5 · 1 hr 16 min
Futbol Americas: CONCACAF Friendlies Look Ahead + FIFA Says: No Bottles! + World Cup Predictions + 1994 Flashback
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 2 · 1 hr 7 min
Futbol W: NWSL Recap+NWSL Break Awards+Triple Espresso is Back+FA Cup Final+Premiere Ligue Final+Top 10 Goals
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 2 · 1 hr 24 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT's Big Win + Tri Questions + CCC Recap
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 29 · 1 hr 17 min
Futbol Americas: Poch to AC Milan? + Neymar Injury + CCC Picks + Julián Alvarez Transfer
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 27 · 1 hr 33 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT Official Roster + Jesse Marsch Extension + Clint Dempsey Convo
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 26 · 1 hr 8 min
Futbol W: NWSL Recap+POTW Picks+UWCL Final+CONCACAF W Champions Cup+Top 10 Goals
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 26 · 1 hr 23 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT Roster Leak + Messi Hurt + Mexico X-Factor? + Convo with Clint Dempsey + Liga MX Final Recap
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 22 · 1 hr 25 min
Futbol Americas: Chris Richards Doubt + Pep is Out + Zohran the Hero? +Cristo Fernandez
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 19 · 1 hr 13 min
Futbol W: NWSL Recap+POTW Picks+UWCL Final+CONCACAF Champions Cup Lookahead
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 19 · 1 hr 25 min
Futbol Americas: Brazil Squad Set! + Pepi Reaches 100 Appearances + Messi and the Fans Beefing?!? + Lewandowski Leaving Barca + Liga MX Final Set
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 15 · 1 hr 39 min
Futbol Americas: Real Madrid Fallout + Messi Magic + No Chucky + Convos with USMNT Stars
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 and Joe Scally ahead of the last week of the Bundesliga, + a conversation with Antonee Robinson. César Hernández joined that discussion to discuss their form and World Cup out look. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12 · 59 min
Futbol W: NWSL Recap + POTW Picks + Chelsea & Manchester City FA cup Recap +Top 10 Goals
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12 · 52 min
Barcelona are Champions!
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12 · 1 hr
Futbol Americas: Fisticuffs in Madrid + Pulisic Speaks Ahead of World Cup + Infantino Isn't Sorry + CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 5 · 53 min
Futbol W: NWSL Recap + POTW Picks + UWCL Final is Set! + Top 10 Goals
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices