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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642 episodes
Updated July 15

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May 5 · 1 hr 7 min
Messi, Inter Miami stunned in historic loss to Orlando City
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 moments from the weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 3 · 1 hr 10 min
Futbol Americas: Pochettino Speaks + Mexico Roster Released + CONCACAF Champs Cup Recap + Whitecaps to Move?!?
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 3 · 1 hr 2 min
Futbol Americas: AC Milan Strikers in Trouble + Haji Wright is Going Up! + Esteban Andrada Did What?!? + CONCACAF Champs Cup Lookahead
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 28 · 1 hr 16 min
Futbol W: NWSL Recap + POTW Picks + UWCL Semis Recap + NWSL Calendar Change?
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 24 · 54 min
Futbol Americas: Lingering Questions 50 Days Out + Tyler Adams on the USMNT Struggles + Obed Vargas Bicycle Diaries
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 21 · 1 hr 11 min
Futbol W: USWNT's Big Win + England's Big Win + UWCL Semifinal Preview + Jess Fishlock Joins the Show + Top 5 Goals
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 21 · 1 hr 11 min
Futbol Americas: Matarazzo's Big Win + Brenden Aaronson Convo + Alphonso Davies Champion Again! + The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, Weekend Howler
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 17 · 1 hr 12 min
Futbol Americas: Matt Crocker Quits + New Jersey vs FIFA + Mascherano Quits + CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 17 · 1 hr
Futbol Americas Special: Pellegrino Matarazzo
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 14 · 48 min
Futbol W: USWNT V Japan Recap + England V Spain Look Ahead + Marie Louise Eta Hired + Top 5 Goals of the Week
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 14 · 1 hr 1 min
Futbol Americas: Big Weeks for Sociedad and Atleti + Hot Form For Balogun and Pepi + Kasey Went To See His Club Play + Top 5 Goals
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 goals and a howler from the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 10 · 59 min
Futbol Americas: CONCACAF Champions Cup Recap + Herc's USMNT Striker Picks + Is FIFA Scamming the Fans? + Marcel Ruiz Health Doubts + Drippin or Trippin
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 World Cup. Will he make it? Finally, the show closes out with a Drippin' or Trippin' segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 7 · 1 hr 18 min
Futbol W: Orlando Pride wins it late against Angel City + Gisele Thompson joins the show!
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 7 · 1 hr 19 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT Striker News + Obed Vargas Makes an Impression + Johnny Cardoso Convo + Austin FC Spoils Inter Miami's Party + Ziggy Marley Joins the Show + Happy Birthday Herc!
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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 3 · 1 hr 9 min
Futbol W: UWCL Semifinals Are Set!
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 to close the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April 1 · 1 hr 21 min
Futbol Americas: The USMNT Loses Again! What Did We Learn This Window?
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 after Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified for Group B. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 31 · 52 min
Futbol W: Angel City Remain Undefeated + Melanie Barcenas Joins the Show
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 27 · 51 min
Futbol Americas: USMNT camp exclusives with Gio Reyna, Brenden Aaronson, and Ricardo Pepi
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 25 · 1 hr 5 min
Futbol W: NWSL Week 2 Recap + Kiki van Zanten Joins The Show
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March 24 · 1 hr 14 min
Futbol Americas: Will Pochettino field his best USMNT XI vs. Belgium?
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 from injury and others putting in big performances. Finally, Herc recaps his trip to NYC to watch Messi play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices