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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.


  • 642 episodes
  • Updated July 15

Episodes642

  • Oct 1, 2021 · 1 hr 22 min

    Futbol Americas: October CONCACAF Qualifiers Call Ups

    USA and Mexico caal ups for the second round of qualifiers in CONCACAF. Plus heavy criticism towards NWSL and the accusations of sexual misconduct by Coach Paul Riley. An Exclusive interview with Deportivo Alaves and USMNT defender, Matt Miazga. Plus we break down Campeones Cup between Columbus Crew and Cruz Azul, and we deep dive into the El Trafico match up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 28, 2021 · 54 min

    Futbol Americas: The Return of the Mexican Wolf

    Herc and Sebis recap Raul Jimenez' comeback. discuss the CONCACAF players in Europe. Talk about the Mexican Clasico. Plus Judy Foudy joins us to talk about the NWL'S No More Side Hustles' campaign Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 21, 2021 · 55 min

    Futbol Americas: Who should be the next Chivas head coach?

    On Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez and Sebastian debate the firing of Chivas head coach, Victor Manuel Vucetich, asking the question: why now? With this, the guys segway into Herc’s Top 3 candidates for the open Chivas HC job. The guys also analyze Rayados' win over Tigres in the Clásico Regio. Then Herc and Sebi go into the weekend MLS action in the segment the GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY. Next, Matthew Hoppe sits down with Sebi to discuss a variety of topics including, his transfer to Mallorca and USMNT future. Finally, the guys preview the Leagues Cup final between León and Sounders in the segment 'Book It'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 18, 2021 · 1 hr 14 min

    Futbol Americas: Why do MLS clubs keep failing in CCL?

    On Friday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez and Sebastian react to the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals. The guys discuss why MLS teams keep failing to win the competition. Then, Herc and Sebi analyze Carli Lloyd’s five-goal extravaganza vs. Paraguay. Later, Jeff Carlisle joins the show to discuss the U.S. Soccer Federation's negotiations with USWNT and USMNT. Then, the conversation switches to Leagues Cup, where Seattle Sounders became the first MLS team to reach the competition’s final. Is this redemption for the MLS? Finally, the guys preview the Clásico Regio between Tigres and Monterrey. They go through the Top 5 moments in Clásico Regio history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 10, 2021 · 1 hr 8 min

    Futbol Americas: Should Ricardo Pepi be the starting '9' for USMNT?

    On Thursday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez and Sebastian react to USMNT’s comeback win over Honduras. They analyze Ricardo Pepi’s breakout USMNT debut & whether he should be the starting ‘9’ going forward. Then, Taylor Twellman joins the show to discuss Berhalter & Pulisic’s performance over the opening set of WCQs. Later, Mauricio Pedroza joins the guys to talk about El Tri’s draw vs. Panama. Will they finish first in CONCACAF WCQ? Also, Herc & Sebi reveal their winners & losers of the transfer window. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 7, 2021 · 1 hr 17 min

    Futbol Americas: Who's to blame for USMNT slow start in WCQ?

    On Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez and Sebastian react to the USMNT draw vs, El Salvador & Canada in World Cup Qualifiers. Who's to blame for the slow start? Then, Taylor Twellman joins the show to talk about the USMNT and Weston McKennie's suspension. Next, the guys talk about Mexico's perfect start in qualifiers in the segment 'Tri Questions'. Finally, Sebi sits down with RB Leipzig head coach Jesse Marsch where he discusses his relationship with Bob Bradley, the Red Bull system, his future aspirations with the USMNT, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 3, 2021 · 1 hr 8 min

    Futbol Americas: Impact of Pulisic's absence with USMNT for WCQ opener

    On Thursday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez and Sebastian react to the news that Christian Pulisic did not travel with the USMNT for their WCQ opener vs. El Salvador. Then, the guys analyze the GK situation after the injury to Zack Steffen. Later, ESPN Deportes Reporter Leon Lecanda joins the show with a special report on the Mexican National Team. What is the probable starting XI for El Tri? Finally, Herc and Sebi sit down with Santiago Muñoz where they discuss his transfer to Newcastle Utd, his options as a dual national, and his fandom for the film ‘Goal’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Aug 6, 2021 · 56 min

    FUTBOL AMERICAS: The USWNT wins Bronze. And The USMNT C Team ?

    The USWNT beats Australia 4-3 to win the bronze the medal. 2X World champion Ali Krieger breaks down the win. Herc and Sebi discuss if the Men's Gold Cup roster was a tier C roster. Plus, Mexico eliminated in penalties again and David Ochoa chooses Mexico over the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Aug 3, 2021 · 44 min

    Futbol Americas: USMNT beat Mexico in Gold Cup. USWNT lose to Canada at Tokyo

    On Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, Sebi and Herc recap the USMNT’s shocking upset of Mexico in the Gold Cup Final. What does it mean for U.S. Soccer going forward. Then, Mauricio Pedroza joins the show to give the Mexican perspective and discuss the fallout of the loss for the Mexican National Team. Finally, former USWNT player Ali Krieger joins the guys to to discuss the USWNT’s disappointing loss to Canada in the Tokyo Olympics semifinals. Is the USWNT still the power in women’s soccer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices