The Rondo by GOAL

The Rondo by GOAL is a soccer show dedicated to the most important stories in U.S. soccer. Released every Thursday, we'll take you behind the scenes of the US National teams, insight into MLS, NWSL, and USL happenings, and status updates from our American stars abroad. Whether you're tuning in to see which retro kits our hosts are wearing or to hear them make bold predictions and cheeky comments, it's the only rondo you want to get caught in the middle of from GOAL USA and Footballco.

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Wednesday · 23 min
Did Inter Miami Build Something That Can Actually Last?
Lionel Messi transformed Inter Miami into one of the biggest brands in world football, but what happens when the Messi era eventually comes to an end? 👀 The squad debates whether Inter Miami has built a club that can succeed long term or if too much of its success has been built around Messi. From the star-studded roster and massive global fanbase to the club’s recruitment strategy and sporting infrastructure, can Miami remain one of MLS’ premier clubs without the player who changed everything? 🌴 Let us know in the comments, can Inter Miami survive without Messi? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #intermiami #messi #mls #soccer #football #lionelmessi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
September 2 · 23 min
MLS Is Producing More TALENT And Transfers Than Ever
MLS clubs are sending more young talent abroad than ever, but has the league become one of the best places in the world to develop young stars? 👀 The squad debates how far MLS has come as a development league, why European clubs are increasingly looking to MLS for young talent and whether the league can eventually compete with the world’s best talent factories. From Zavier Gozo’s move to Crystal Palace to Cavan Sullivan’s future move to Manchester City and the continued growth of MLS academies and MLS Next, is this just the beginning? 🇺🇸 Let us know in the comments, can MLS become the best development league in the world? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 26 · 23 min
Why Are Football’s Biggest Names Not In The Premier League
The Premier League is the biggest league in the world, but does it still have the star power to match? 👀 The squad debates whether the Premier League has a superstar problem and what actually makes a player a global star in today’s game. From Bukayo Saka and Florian Wirtz to the likes of Kylian Mbappé, Lamine Yamal, Vinícius Jr. and Jude Bellingham playing elsewhere, we look at whether the Prem needs more big names or if the league itself is already the attraction. Let us know in the comments, does the Premier League need more superstars? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #premierleague #football #soccer #haaland #transfers #epl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 19 · 19 min
The Next Generation Of USMNT Stars Is Coming
The European club season is almost here, and some of the USMNT’s most exciting young talent could be ready to take a HUGE step forward 🇺🇸👀 The squad breaks down three American players we think are set for breakout seasons in Europe. From Sebastian Berhalter beginning his first season with Middlesbrough to Mathis Albert fighting for minutes at Borussia Dortmund and Alex Freeman preparing for his first full season with Villarreal, we look at why each player could be ready to make some real noise this year ⚽️ Let us know in the comments, which American player do YOU think will have the biggest breakout season? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #usmnt #ussoccer #soccer #football #americansabroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 13 · 25 min
Is The MLS “Retirement League” Narrative Finally OVER?
MLS has been called a “retirement league” for years, but with the level of talent across the league continuing to rise, does that label even make sense anymore? 👀 The squad debates whether MLS is better than ever, from superstars like Lionel Messi, Son Heung-Min, Thomas Müller and Robert Lewandowski still making an impact to the young talent being developed and exported to some of the biggest leagues in the world. Plus, we look at whether this is the strongest MLS has ever been and what needs to happen for the league to take another step forward ⚽️ Let us know in the comments, is MLS still a retirement league? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #mls #soccer #football #messi #usmnt #ussoccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
August 6 · 29 min
Will America's New Soccer Fans Stick Around?
The 2026 World Cup may be over, but did it permanently change soccer fandom in the United States? 🇺🇸 The squad debates whether the tournament created a new generation of American soccer fans or if the excitement will fade now that the biggest games are over 👀 Let us know in the comments, do you think the 2026 World Cup changed soccer in America forever? And don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 23 · 19 min
The BEST & WORST Moments From The 2026 World Cup
We had our second LIVE show at House of GOAL to reflect on the World Cup, and with special guest Ryan Tolmich, we handed out our 2026 World Cup superlatives! We discussed who was the Player of the Tournament, which superstar disappointed the most, who had the most electric fanbase, which was the best host city, the biggest flop of the tournament and more. From Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to Christian Pulisic, Portugal, Cape Verde and Scotland, the squad gave their picks for the best, worst and funniest moments from the tournament. Let us know who you think was the BEST player at the 2026 World Cup in the comments, and make sure to hit that subscribe button so you don't miss any Rondo debates! #worldcup #fifa #messi #ronaldo #pulisic #usmnt #soccer #football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 23 · 18 min
Nobody Expected The 2026 World Cup To Be THIS GOOD
From unforgettable performances by Messi, Mbappé, Haaland, and Kane to incredible runs from nations like Cape Verde, this tournament delivered some of the best football we've ever seen. Off the pitch, unforgettable fan moments, packed stadiums, and the incredible atmosphere across the United States, Canada, and Mexico made this World Cup unlike any other 🌎 The squad looks back on the biggest moments of the tournament, discusses its lasting impact on soccer in North America, and debates whether the 2026 World Cup deserves to be remembered as the greatest World Cup of all time. Let us know in the comments, where does the 2026 World Cup rank among your all-time favorites? Don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 #fifa #football #soccer #worldcup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 14 · 15 min
Who Were The Biggest Disappointments At The World Cup?
The 2026 World Cup has delivered unforgettable moments, but not every nation lived up to the hype 👀🌎 This week, we took The Rondo LIVE from House of GOAL and debated which teams were the biggest disappointments of the tournament. From Portugal and Brazil to the USMNT, we break down who failed to meet expectations, what went wrong, and whether their World Cup campaigns should ultimately be remembered as a success or a failure. Let us know in the comments, which team has been the biggest flop of the 2026 World Cup? Don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 #worldcup #fifa #soccer #football #portugal #brazil #usmnt #ronaldo #mbappe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 13 · 32 min
How Should We Grade The USMNT's World Cup Run?
The USMNT’s World Cup run is officially over after a brutal loss to Belgium, and the squad is trying to figure out where everything went wrong 😭🇺🇸 After one of the best group-stage performances in USMNT history and a convincing first knockout-round win, the team had a chance to prove it could compete with one of the world’s best. Instead, they came out flat, failed to respond under pressure, and watched all of the momentum surrounding this team disappear in 90 minutes. Was the tournament still a success despite the ending? Did the USMNT simply lose to a more talented team, or did they waste their biggest opportunity to earn the world’s respect? We break down the Belgium loss, grade the overall World Cup run, and discuss what needs to change before 2030 👀 Let us know in the comments, how would you grade the USMNT’s World Cup performance? Don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 #usmnt #worldcup #soccer #football #pulisic #fifa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
July 7 · 25 min
Will We See A First-Time World Cup Winner In 2026?
The 2026 World Cup knockout stages are here, and the favorites are starting to separate themselves from the rest 👀🏆 But could this be the year a country wins the World Cup for the very first time? From Portugal and the Netherlands to the USMNT’s breakout tournament run, the squad debates whether a new nation has what it takes to survive the knockouts, take down the usual giants, and lift the trophy for the first time ever 🌎 Let us know in the comments, which country has the best chance to win its first World Cup? Don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 29 · 25 min
Is This The Greatest USMNT Team Ever?
The USMNT is off to a perfect start at the 2026 World Cup... so it's time to ask the big question 👀🇺🇸 Is this actually the greatest USMNT we've ever seen? From Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun leading the attack to the squad's dominant start to the tournament, we debate whether this team has officially surpassed every generation that came before it, and just how far they can go in the World Cup 🏆 Let us know in the comments, is this the best USMNT ever? Don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 Sign up today with promo code GOALBONUS to unlock $10 on your first Kalshi trade" https://kalshi.com/sign-up?referral=GOALBONUS&c=Goal&af_c_id=GOAL0011&pid=bettercol6o_int&af_prt=moarperformance Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 22 · 26 min
The Haters Were WRONG About The World Cup In America
The 2026 World Cup is in full swing, and after the incredible energy from the first few matches, packed stadiums, and European fans being blown away by the atmosphere in America, has the tournament proven the doubters wrong? 🇺🇸🏆 The squad breaks down the biggest surprises of the tournament so far, the incredible support from traveling fans, the best culture crossover moments, and whether the criticism surrounding the United States as a host has started to fade 🤔 Let us know in the comments, has the 2026 World Cup exceeded your expectations so far? Don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 Sign up today with promo code GOALBONUS to unlock $10 on your first Kalshi trade" https://kalshi.com/sign-up?referral=GOALBONUS&c=Goal&af_c_id=GOAL0011&pid=bettercol6o_int&af_prt=moarperformance #soccerfans #football #usa #futbol #goalusa #therondo #worldcupusa #footballfans #soccerfans #sportsdebate #worldcuppreview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
June 18 · 39 min
Will 2026 Be The Most Important World Cup In U.S. History?
The 2026 World Cup is finally here, but can it actually live up to the last tournament hosted in the United States? 👀🇺🇸 The squad looks back at the legacy of the 1994 World Cup and debates whether 2026 has what it takes to become America's greatest World Cup ever. From the creation of MLS and the growth of the USMNT to the explosion of soccer culture across the country, we break down how much has changed over the last 30 years 🌎 Can this tournament have the same lasting impact as 1994? Will it finally push soccer into the mainstream alongside the biggest sports in America? And what moments could define this World Cup for an entirely new generation of fans? 🏆 Let us know in the comments, will 2026 be America's best World Cup ever? Don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 #football #soccer #worldcup #fifa #america Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18 · 32 min
Is Portugal Better Without Ronaldo At The 2026 World Cup?
The World Cup is getting closer and this week the squad came with some REAL hot takes 👀 From the idea that Cristiano Ronaldo potentially makes Portugal worse, to whether the World Cup is actually BETTER being hosted in the United States, we each brought a take to the table and challenged the others to prove us wrong 🌎 Special shoutout to Carl’s Jr. for sponsoring today’s video! Leave your take in the comments, does Ronaldo actually make Portugal worse? Don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 11 · 22 min
Drafting the BEST World Cup 2026 Players
The World Cup is getting closer and this week the squad went head-to-head in the ultimate 7-a-side World Cup draft 🏆 Using a 2-3-1 formation, we drafted teams made up entirely of players heading to the 2026 World Cup to see who could build the BEST squad possible. But who would go #1 overall? It’s hard to argue who the best player in the world is right now, but Tom still had a tough decision to make with the first pick in the draft, and his choice might surprise you 🤔 Plus, we debated one of the biggest World Cup roster decisions of all… should Brazil bring Neymar? 🇧🇷 Special shoutout to Carl's Jr. for sponsoring today's video! Let us know in the comments whose draft team was the best, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo banger 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 4 · 41 min
Ranking All 48 World Cup 2026 Teams
Who’s going to win the World Cup? We might know. We all know who won’t. This thing is hard to predict, but we have 48 teams and a bunch of ideas. Surely, there are some favorites: Spain, Argentina, France. But then there are some who are happy to be there. Our rondo guys tried to figure out where ALL 48(!) rank. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 27 · 39 min
What Does It Take to Win a World Cup?
What does it actually take to win a World Cup? 👀 Every four years, the same countries seem to be in the mix while everyone else is left chasing. Is it just about having the best players, or is there something bigger behind why nations like Argentina, France, Brazil, and Germany always seem to compete for the biggest trophy in football? 🌍 This week on The Rondo, we break down what separates World Cup winners from everyone else, from coaching and infrastructure to culture, tactics, and building the right roster 🏆 Do you need one superstar like Messi or Mbappe, or is it more about having the perfect system and the right players around them? And can the USMNT ever build a squad capable of making a real World Cup run? 🇺🇸 Let us know in the comments, what do you think is the most important ingredient for winning a World Cup? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 💯 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 20 · 39 min
Is America Ruining World Soccer?
Is soccer becoming too American? 👀 With FIFA officially confirming the first-ever halftime show for the 2026 World Cup Final, the debate around the “Americanization” of football has only gotten louder. Coldplay’s Chris Martin and Phil Harvey are helping FIFA finalize the list of artists for the show, but the bigger question is whether moments like this are helping grow the game or taking away from what makes football different 🤔 This week on The Rondo, we break down whether soccer is becoming too influenced by American sports culture, from celebrity owners and profit-first ownership groups to the way matchday experiences are changing around the world 🌎 Are halftime shows, more ads, and American-style ownership actually bad for football, or are fans just too resistant to change? Let us know what you think in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 💯 #football #soccer #worldcup #fifa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
April 6 · 50 min
Landon Donovan: Can Small Soccer Clubs Compete in 2026?
This week, The Rondo boys breakdown how to beat billionaire soccer clubs with USMNT legend and strategic advisor to English League One club Lincoln City, Landon Donovan. Can small soccer clubs can truly compete against the massive financial power of big money European teams and elite English Premier League giants? Do small football clubs need celebrity ownership like Wrexham AFC to challenge the established soccer hierarchy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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