Low Limit Futbol: Recent Episodes
Joseph Uccello
A true soccer/football/Fútbol podcast! Part of the Shoot The Defence Network! Hosts: Joe Uccello @JPUccello & Roberto Rojas @RobertoRojas97 @LowLimitFutbol
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question about Barcelona coaching (3:20). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on week 1 of the UEFA Champions League, as we get set for Week 2 this week (4:10). From there, we welcome in Dr Rajpal Brar from #CB Performance to talk about the major injuries to Marc Andre Der Stegen and Rodri, as well as discuss a little Arsenal (18:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (42:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question about San Marino after their historic first competitive win ever (4:25). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the final hiring of Mauricio Pochettino, and the comments from his first press conference (5:40). We then welcome in Carlo Garganese from The Italian Football Podcast to chat about the Italian National Team, Italian teams in the Champions League, and the Series A (22:35). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of our next show (49:40).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out by reflecting on 11 years of podcasting (2:20). Roberto then gives you a great trivia question on Barcelona coaching (5:30). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the transfer window and all the big moves from the top clubs (6:40). We then welcome in South American football Journalist Tim Vickery to look at the South American World Cup qualifiers this week (32:25). We then close with our Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (1:00:55)
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal scoring in the EPL on the heels of Erling Haaland's hat trick on the weekend (3:45) In Opening Thoughts, we take a look at the transfer window, with a focus on Atletico Madrid, Liverpool, and Gio Reyna (5:10). We then welcome in football journalist Miguel Agyei to continue our discussion of the transfer window, with a deeper focus on Serie A (19:15). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show, our 11th Anniversary Show (45:20).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto bring back trivia with a question on goals per minute in the EPL (4:00). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the imminent hiring of Mauricio Pochettino for US Men's head coach (4:45). From there, we bring you our Bundesliga preview (24:25), and a wrap around of week 1 in Europe (41:05). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (46:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto return from their summer break to review four of the five European top leagues that start their seasons this week. We open with a look at Ligue 1 (4:10), then move to Serie A (13:25), then next to La Liga (25:50), and lastly the Premier League (32:30). We will preview the Bundesliga next week. We close with our opening list in Match of the Week (47:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a discussion on the US Men's National Team as they fired Gregg Berhalter earlier in the week, and the ensuing head coaching search (2:55). We then bring you our Copa America Finals preview as Argentina and Colombia get set to battle for the title Sunday night in Miami (19:05). We then turn our focus to Europe as Spain and England get set to play the Euro final in Berlin (28:30). We are off for the next few weeks, but will return in early August to preview the 24/25 season in Europe!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto are immediately joined by Hand of Pod's Santi Bauza to discuss the Copa America and the Euros. We start off looking at Argentina's dominance, Paraguay's early exit, and the USMNT on the brink of elimination (3:30). We then go to the Euros to chat about Italy's exit, Spain's dominance, and what upsets possibly loom on the horizon (42:45). We are off next week, and will return the weekend of the 13th to preview both finals.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with their discussion of their coverage in East Hartford last week for the Colombia/Bolivia and Ecuador/Honduras friendlies leading into the 2024 Copa America (4:15). They then continue with their discussion of the first two opening matches of the Copa America (13:50). From there, they dive deeper into the 2024 European Championship as they complete Match Day 2 (17:40). We close with a preview of next week's show.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto welcome in South American journalist Tim Vickery to preview the 2024 Copa America. We go through Group A (6:00), Group B (19:30), Group C (32:25), and Group D (42:00) giving you the players to watch and storylines in each group. We then give you our knock out stage predictions, Golden Ball winner, Golden Boot winner, and predicted champion (58:00). We close with a preview of next week's show!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto welcome in journalist Cecilia Lagos who is covering Euro 2024 fro ESPN Deportes to preview the tournament. We go through Group A (5:10), Group B (14:25), Group C (28:00), Group D (35:25), Group E (46:00), and Group F (51:15) giving you the players to watch and storylines in each group. We then give you our knock out stage predictions, Golden Ball winner, Golden Boot winner, and predicted champion (1:00:30). we close with a preview of next week's Copa America show!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a quick trivia question about goal scorers in the 23-24 European season (3:45). We then give our reaction to the 2-0 victory from Real Madrid for their 15th Champions League title over Borussia Dortmund (5:30). We also pose the question if Carlo Ancelotti is the greatest club manager ever (13:05). We discuss the Man of the Match award as well (19:40). Next week, we turn our focus to the Euros and the Copa America to start the summer!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto immediately welcome in Santi Bauza from the Hand of Pod podcast to review the week in football. We open with a recap of the Europa League Final between Atalanta and Bayer Leverkusen (5:00). We then move to a preview of the Champions League Final next weekend between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund (16:20). We then move to a long discussion of the coaching carousel, including the hot jobs that are currently open (29:30). We close with the Match of the Week, and a preview of next week's show (49:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto react to Manchester City winning their unprecedented 4th straight EPL title (3:40). We continue on to the news that Max Allegri is out at Juventus after winning the Coppa Italia (10:05). We them move on to one of the greatest championship performances of all time, the 23-24 Invincible Bayer Leverkusen, and discuss where their season ranks among historic single season performances (19:55). We close with the Match of the Week segment, and a preview of next week's show (25:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to late Leverkusen success (3:50) In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the Champions League, Europa League, and Europa Conference League semifinals (4:55). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from The Italian Football Podcast and SempreInter to continue our discussion of the mid week competitions, as well as look at potential summer Serie A managerial changes (27:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (1:03:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Italian goal scorers in the Europa League (4:05) We then recap the leg 1 semifinal matches from this week starting with Champions League (4:35), Europa League (13:10), and Conference League (22:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (32:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Bundesliga goal scorers (3:40) In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the upcoming vote in the EPL on a potential salary/spending cap (4:15). We then welcome in Matthew Karagich from the 2 Bundesliga podcast and beIN Sports to chat about Bayer Leverkusen, the German teams in the Champions League, and promotion/relegation in Germany this season (13:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (43:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to all the goals scored in the UCL Quarterfinals this week (3:05) We then recap the leg 1 matches from this week starting with Arsenal/Bayern Munich (3:55), Real Madrid/Manchester City (9:30), Atletico Madrid/Borussia Dortmund (15:15), and PSG/Barcelona (20:10). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (23:15).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scorers in the Series A (3:30). In Opening Thoughts, we look deeper into the proposed "luxury tax" for EPL teams (4:20). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and the Hand of Pod podcast to discuss Allegri at Juventus before looking deeper into the UCL Quarterfinal matchups (14:20). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (38:15).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding PSG/Barcelona in the UCL (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on both the Champions League and Europa League as the quarterfinals are set in both competitions, including our predictions on the matchups (5:10). We then welcome in Sara Poraria from Room 442 to look back on the Champions League, as well as look forward to the quarterfinals and potential finals matchups (28:45). We close with the trivia answer, as we are off for the next two weeks (50:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a great trivia question regarding Liverpool and Manchester City (4:25). In Opening thoughts, we preview the big matchup coming up tomorrow between Liverpool and Manchester City (5:10). We then welcome in Jack Grimse to talk about Champions League, the Bundesliga, Xabi Alonso, and Aston Villa (14:45). We then close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (33:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a great trivia question regarding Paul Pogba (3:15). In Opening thoughts, we go in depth about the Paul Pogba suspension, and what it might mean for his career (3:50). We then welcome in Gabriele Marcotti from ESPN's Gab and Jules Show to talk about Champions League, Liverpool, Premier League viewership, and his take on the Pogba situation (10:10). We then close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (33:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a great trivia question regarding UEFA Champions League goal scorers (4:05). In Opening thoughts, we recap and preview the UEFA Champions League as they head into the Round of 16 (4:55). We then welcome in South American football journalist Tim Vickery to chat about the South American U-23 qualifiers for the Olympics, as well as the Neymar, Messi, and Endrick situations (25:00). We then close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and our upcoming schedule (46:50).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the Asian Cup (3:40). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on all the action in both the Asian Cup and African Cup of Nations as they head to mid week semifinal matchups (4:15). We then welcome in Carolina Core head coach Roy Lassiter as they get ready to kick off their inaugural season (16:45). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (38:40). We are off next week, and will be back on the weekend of February 17th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the Asian Cup (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on all the action in the African Cup of Nations (5:35). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and the Hand of Pod podcast to talk about the Jose Mourinho sacking at Roma, the CONMEBOL olympic qualifiers, and the current situations for Xabi Alonso and Xavi (13:00). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (39:40).
In our first episode of 2024, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the African Cup Of Nations (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the lives and careers of Mario Zagallo (5:00) and Franz Beckenbauer (10:05) who both recently passed away. We then turn our focus to the opening of the AFC Asian Cup (18:05) and the African Cup of Nations (23:10) which start this weekend. We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (33:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding the Copa America (4:15). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the Copa America draw from earlier this week (5:15). We continue OT with a look back at the other big draw this week, the Euros (18:45). We then welcome in Emily Wilson from One Football to get her opinion on the Euros, her thoughts on Match Day 6 of the UEFA Champions League, and her reflections on the retirement of Christine Sinclair (29:00). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (49:25). We are off for the holidays and will return on the weekend of January 6/7. We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season, and we'll see you in 2024!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scoring in the Series A (4:05). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the MLS Cup Conference Finals as Columbus and LAFC advance to the MLS Cup Final on December 9th (5:05). We then welcome in Sara Poraria from Room 442 to look back on Match Day 5 in the UEFA Champions League, including a discussion on the dreaded VAR controversy from PSG/Newcastle (15:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show which is the final one for 2023 (36:20).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding Argentina World Cup Qualifying (4:15). In Opening Thoughts, we look back CONCACAF Nations League matches this week, including the US 3-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago, and the Mexico 2-0 loss at Honduras (5:20). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and The Hand of Pod podcast to talk CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, including Argentina and Brazil losses this week heading into their match on Tuesday (16:25). Before we let Santi go, we get his thoughts on Euro Qualifiers as well (34:10). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (46:10). We are off next weekend and will return the weekend of December 2nd.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scoring in the UEFA Champions League (4:25). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on Match Day 4 of the Champions League, including the potential fallout at Manchester United (5:15). We then welcome in Jason Longshore from 92.9 The Game to discuss the NWSL Final, the Megan Rapinoe injury, Match Day 3 between Atlanta and Columbus, and the MLS Cup playoffs (19:25). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (41:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question regarding goal scoring in El Clasico (4:05). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on El Clasico, including the dramatics from Jude Bellingham (4:45). We then welcome Richard Kharman from Serie A Sitdown and SchalkeMerica to talk about German teams in the UCL, Jude Bellingham, Chelsea, Der Klassiker coming up this weekend, and Gio Reyna (17:20). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (37:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining penalty kick takers in the EPL (3:20). In Opening Thoughts, we look ahead to the MLS Cup Playoffs after the final places are set from Decision Day (4:10). We then welcome Chelsea Tik Tok personality Melina Dautovic to discuss the Chelsea/Arsenal match, the EPL, and look ahead to the Manchester Derby (15:30). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (35:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal keeping shutout records on the heels of Emi Martinez setting the new record for Argentina (3:50). In Opening Thoughts, we look back at Match Day 3 of World Cup Qualifying in South America (5:00). We then welcome in Matt Santangelo from Football Italia to talk about the gambling scandal in Italian football, Napoli's woes, Italian coaches, and the Milan/Juventus match coming up next weekend (16:45). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (38:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal scorers in the Serie A(4:05). In Opening Thoughts, we look back at the Copa Libertadores semifinal matches from earlier this week (4:30). We then welcome in The Athletic's Martino Puccio to look at Americans at AC Milan, Milan's performance in the Champions League, other contenders in the UCL, and the Italian National Team as they head back to European qualifying (12:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (38:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about Bayern Munich goal scorers (4:20). We then jump into the review of Match Day 1 in the UEFA Champions League, focusing on Bayern Munich/Manchester United (6:05), PSG/Borussia Dortmund (18:05), Lazio/Atletico Madrif (24:20), and Barcelona/Royal Antwerp and Arsenal/PSV Eindhoven (29:00). We close with a list of matches in Match of the Week, The trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (34:50).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by discussing the Paul Pogba situation at Juventus (2:35). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the first two rounds of qualifying for CONMEBOL (7:30). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from SempreInter and The Italian Football podcast to discuss the return of the Champions League, Italian Euro qualifying, and the turmoil in Germany (22:45). From there, we offer you a full list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (43:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto reflect on 10 years of podcasting, including the changes in the pod, as well as the changes they've seen in the sport (1:46). We then welcome in Jonathan Johnson, French football journalist for CBS Sports to discuss The Champions League, Ligue 1 drama, and Aston Villa as they head to the Europa Conference League (10:50). From there, we welcome in Tim Vickery, South American football journalist, to discuss Carlo Ancelotti to Brazil, as well as CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers coming up this week (31:45). We then close with a preview of our 400th episode!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Golden Ball and Golden Boot winners at the FIFA Women's World Cup (3:50). We skip Opening Thoughts to give you our Bundesliga preview (5:25). We then welcome in The Athletic's Martino Puccio to preview the Serie A season (21:30). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (57:25). We are off next week, but return the following week for our 10 Year Anniversary!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto are joined immediately by Santi Bauza from Copa 90 and the Hand of Pod podcast to preview England, Spain, and France for the 23/24 season. We start out with a great trivia question about goal scoring in the EPL (5:25). From there, we discuss the Premier League season (6:20), La Liga season (32:05), and Ligue 1 season (44:35) giving you a Top 4 and relegation prediction in the process. We also give you semi final and Final predictions for the Women's World Cup (53:15). From there, we offer you a full list of matches in Match of the Week (54:55), a quick take on the Copa Libertadores (56:05), and the trivia answer with a preview of next week's show (57:20).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto part from the norm, and welcome in Riley James from GOLZ.TV to recap the FIFA Women's World Cup as the US Women's National Team are eliminated on penalties by Sweden. The boys discuss the fallout from their earliest exit in Women's World Cup history, what it means for retiring players, head coach Vlatko Andonovski, and US Soccer in general. We close the pod with a list of matches in Match of the Week, including season starts in England, France, and Spain.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to goal scorers at the FIFA Women's World Cup (4:55). In Opening thoughts, we look back on the FIFA Women's World Cup so far, including the surprises and national "firsts" (6:00). We then welcome in Middle Eastern football journalist Wael Jabir to discuss the Saudi League, a potential Kylian M'Bappe move to the league, and the Women's World Cup (16:00). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (36:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Top 10 players by value (4:55). In Opening Thoughts, we look at the Christian Pulisic transfer to AC Milan, and what it means for him and Milan (6:10). We then welcome in Martino Puccio from State of Play podcast to continue our discussion of Pulisic, as well as chat about other moves Milan may make, and the effect of Messi to Inter Miami (16:40). We return to touch on the Women's World Cup kicking off this week (53:05), and close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (57:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to English players in this transfer window (4:10). In Opening Thoughts, we look at the transfer window so far, highlighting moves for Mason Mount, Kai Havertz, and Sandro Tonali (4:55). We then welcome in MEAP Nisou goalkeeper Alex Antoniou to discuss his time in Cyprus, and the influences on his career (20:45). We return with breaking news on David DeGea (32:55), and close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (34:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a trivia question about players that have won the Champions League and World Cup in the same year (4:45). The boys then open the show with their reactions and impressions of the UEFA Champions League Final where Manchester City complete their quest for a treble with a 1-0 victory over Inter Milan. They also discuss the managers in the match and where both Pep Guardiola and Simone Inzaghi stand (5:30). We then turn our focus to the arrival of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, the contract details, and what this means for him, MLS, and other players and coaches that might join him (27:15). We close with an international flavored Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (43:50).
Int his episode, we are all Champions League Final! Joe and Roberto open with their own Champions League Final discussion, including a big striker debate (3:45). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from SempreInter and The Italian Football Podcast to get his perspective on the final match from he Inter Milan side (16:40). From there, we are joined by Manchester Evening News's Simon Bajkowski (from Wembley before the FA Cup Final no less) to discuss the final from the Manchester City perspective (37:00). We return to make our own predictions on the match (45:20). We close with our Match of the Week segment, and give you a preview of next week's podcast (52:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Premier League promotion (4:25). In Opening thoughts, we look back at Bayern Munich's 11th straight Bundesliga title, and the fallout from it (5:30). We then welcome in European football journalist Ben Hayward to discuss the Vinicius Junior racism situation in La Liga, the future of Carlo Ancelotti, and the La Liga relegation race (17:20). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (41:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to European managers (4:15). In Opening thoughts, we look at the final week of the season in England, France, and Germany (5:10). We then welcome in Carlo Garganese from The Italian Football Podcast to discuss the success of Serie A teams in Europe this season, as well as the potential coaching moves at Fiorentina, Napoli, and Juventus (33:15). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (1:01:40).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to The Women's UCL Championship (4:20). In Opening thoughts, we look forward to the Champions League semifinals kicking off this week (5:25). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Hand of Pod and La Nacional to continue discussing the Champions League, as well as the Lionel Messi situation at PSG, the Copa Libertadores, and the Superclasico later today (11:45). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer (39:10). We are off next week, and return on the weekend of May 19th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by declaring a champion in Ligue 1 and La Liga (3:20). We then give you a trivia question pertaining to scoring in Ligue 1 (6:35). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the title races in the Premier League and the Bundesliga, focusing on the potential collapses of Arsenal and Bayern Munich (7:15). We then welcome in Richard Kharman from Serie A Sit-down and SchalkeMerica to continue to discuss the league title races, as well as reflect back on the Italian success in European competitions this season (18:35). We close with Match of the Week and the trivia answer 47:10). We are off next week, and will return on May 7th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to comebacks in the UEFA Champions League (2:50). In Opening Thoughts, we look back at the results in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Champions League (3:50). We then welcome in Ben Jacobs, football journalist, to further dig into the results of the Champions League, and what we can expect in the second legs, as well as cover the Sadio Mane/Leroy Sane incident (16:50). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (44:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out by giving you a great trivia question about Balon D'or/Champions League/World Cup winners (3:40). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the return of Frank Lampard to the Chelsea bench, and ask what's next for him, as well as the club (4:50). We then take a look at the Champions League matches coming up this week, and discuss our winners and losers for each tie (23:55). We finish with the matches to look out for this week in Match of the Week, we give you the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (42:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with an Italy/England trivia question from the international break (3:15). We then dive in to the many managerial changes over the last week, starting with breaking news that Brendan Rogers is out at Leicester City (4:25). We also discuss Antonio Conte's departure from Tottenham Hotspur (11:40), as well as the Julian Naglesmann/Thomas Tuchel swap at Bayern Munich (17:50). From there, we look back at Der Klassiker from the weekend (23:15). We close with out Match of the Week segment, our trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (30:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to the European Championships, as they get set to kick off qualifying this week (4:00). We skip Opening thoughts this week and get straight to our interview with Nima Tavallaey from The Italian Football Podcast and SempreInter.com to talk the Champions League and Europa League as the quarterfinal matchups are set (4:50). We then return to make our predictions in the Champions League and Europa League (45:10). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next show in 2 weeks (55:25).
On February 22nd, our hosts, Joe Uccello and Roberto Rojas joined Jason Davis on the United States of Soccer on SiriusXM FC in their USS Spotlight feature. In part 3 of 3, we discussed the Champions League, and specifically, leg 1 of the Round of 16 match between Liverpool and Real Madrid. Thanks again to Jason Davis, SiriusXM FC, and their producers for this great opportunity!
On February 22nd, our hosts, Joe Uccello and Roberto Rojas joined Jason Davis on the United States of Soccer on SiriusXM FC in their USS Spotlight feature. In part 2 of 3, we discussed the US Women's National Team as they took part in the She Believes Cup. Thanks again to Jason Davis, SiriusXM FC, and their producers for this great opportunity!
On February 22nd, our hosts, Joe Uccello and Roberto Rojas joined Jason Davis on the United States of Soccer on SiriusXM FC in their USS Spotlight feature. In part 1 of 3, we discussed the changes in the MLS playoff format. Thanks again to Jason Davis, SiriusXM FC, and their producers for this great opportunity!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Kylian M'Bappe setting the PSG goal scoring record (5:15). In Opening thoughts, we look back on the opening two weeks in the 2023 MLS season (7:10). We then welcome in Jason Longshore from Soccer Down Under and 92.9 The Game to continue our discussion of the MLS season, with a focus on Atlanta United (20:00). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (44:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Serie A goal scoring streaks (3:45). In Opening thoughts, we look back on the week that was in the Champions League (4:15). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Hand of Pod and Copa 90 to continue discussing the Rond of 16, as well as the latest at Chelsea Football Club (16:50). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (37:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by reflecting on the tragic breaking news regarding Christian Atsu before Roberto gives you a trivia question about Marcus Rashford (4:30). In Opening thoughts, we look back on last week's Champions League matches, as they head into the Rond of 16 (5:20). We then welcome in South American football journalist Tim Vickery to continue our review of the Champions League round of 16, as well as look at the CONMEBOL U-20 championships (15:50). We Return to preview the Round of 16 matches coming up this week (28:45). We then close with Match of the Week (34:45), our HUGE announcement about our guest appearance coming up this week (37:00), and the trivia answer with a preview of our next show (38:50).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open by declaring Napoli Serie A Champions (3:25) before Joe gives you a trivia question pertaining to Chelsea transfers (5:05). In Opening thoughts, we give you our thoughts on Chelsea, their transfer window, and what this means for the club moving forward in all competitions this season (5:55). We then welcome in journalist and editor Rob Partly to continue our discussion of Chelsea Football Club, the transfer window, their struggles, Graham Potter, and even the women's team(19:10). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of our next show in 2 weeks (42:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to brothers playing for the US Men's national Team (4:05). In Opening thoughts, we discuss US Soccer on the heels of "Camp Cupcake", the potential hiring of Marcelo Bielsa, and the front office changes at US Soccer (5:15. We then welcome in Jack Grimse from OS Studios to talk Bundesliga, Aston Villa, eMLS, Serie A, and Marcelo Bielsa(19:05). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (33:10).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question pertaining to Chelsea's winter transfer window (3:15). In Opening thoughts, we discuss Antonio Conte's potential departure from Tottenham Hotspur at the end of the season (4:55). We then welcome in Martino Puccio from Odds Checker, Te Athletic Fantasy, and The State of Play Podcast to continue our Conte chat, discuss Chelsea's transfer window expenditure, and dive into the Plusvalenza scandal hanging over Juventus (19:40). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (52:05).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question Erik ten Hag's record at Manchester United (4:40). In Opening thoughts, we discuss Chelsea Football Club as they add Joao Felix on loan for the rest of the season as Christian Pulisic goes down with a knee injury that will keep him out for "months"(5:35). We then welcome in Daniel Lucci from the All Juve Cast podcast to talk all things Juventus including formation, Max Allegri, Chiesa, Pogba, and the board as well as the other top clubs chasing the Scudetto in the Serie A (17:25). We close with Match of the Week, the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (37:15).
In our first episode of 2023, Joe and Roberto open with a trivia question about World Cup Champion Lionel Messi (3:30). We then reflect back on the passing of the great Pele late last week (4:20). In Opening thoughts, we discuss the breaking saga between Greg Berhalter and the Reyna's involving accusations of domestic violence and the effect of this story on US Soccer (8:45). We then welcome in Ash Apollon, wing back for Hartford United in the USL and the Hatian National Team to discuss his career, his experience playing abroad in Southeast Asia, and his career and expectations with both Hartford United and the Hatian National Team (29:15). We close with the trivia answer and a preview of next week's show (46:40).
Joe and Roberto are back to look at the Quarterfinals and preview the Semifinals of the 2022 World Cup. We do a deep dive into the quarterfinals and discuss what this means to the four semifinalists, Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and Luca Modric! We also make predictions on the Semifinals and potential Third Place and Finals matches. We close with a tribute to Grant Wahl and Khalid Al Misslam, two journalists that have lost their lives covering this World Cup. As this is probably the finals podcast of the year, Joe and Roberto would like to wish everyone a healthy, safe, and happy holiday season, and we look forward to bringing you more great content in 2023!
Joe and Roberto are back to look at the Round of 16 and preview the quarterfinals of the 2022 World Cup. We give you a deep post mortem on the US Men's National team as they prepare for 2026 after their 3-1 loss to the Netherlands, we touch on the big upset of Morocco over Spain, and we look ahead to the tasty matchups that awaits in the quarterfinals this weekend!
Joe and Roberto get together after the completion of the group stages of the World Cup to give you their thoughts. We give you the latest on Christina Pulisic's injury as we look back on how the groups finished. We also give you a rapid fire revision of our Round of 16 predictions as those positions are now set. We will return to look ahead to the Quarterfinals!
This episode is all about one thing, making our World Cup predictions! Joe and Roberto look back on all their preview episodes in which they projected their teams to advance. In this episode, they move beyond the Round of 16 to pick each knock out match leading to their champion. Check it out!
In our final edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome in Jessie Losch from Unusual Efforts to preview Uruguay (2:40). From there, we welcome in South Korean sports journalist, Steve Price to preview South Korea (21:50). After that, we welcome in Adrian Sousa from Rabona TV to preview Portugal (38:05). Our last guest is Miguel Agyei, African football journalist, to preview Ghana (53:15). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:06:55).
In our next edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome in Oliver Zesinger from Football Manager to preview Switzerland (2:55). From there, we welcome in African football journalist Sulaiman Folarin to preview Cameroon (13:45). After that, we welcome in the Legendinho himself, Tim Vickery to preview Brazil (30:45). Our last guest is Sonja Nikcevic, European football journalist, to preview Serbia (48:35). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:06:10).
In our next edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome back Amine El Amri, North African football journalist to preview Morocco (2:50). From there, we welcome in Ante Zoric, contributor to Croatian Sports to preview the 2018 runners up, Croatia (28:05). After that, we welcome in Kaan Bayazit, freelance sports journalist, to preview Belgium (38:40). Our last guest is Josh Deming from JJDTV to preview Canada (1:03:10). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:22:15).
In our next edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome in Kevin Hatchard from Talk Sport to preview Germany (2:55). From there, we welcome in Dan Orlowitz from the Japan Times to preview Japan (22:20). After that, we welcome in Rik Sharma, sports journalist from AFP to preview Spain (36:15). Our last guest is Andrea Yanez from Una Hora Con La H to preview Costa Rica (53:25). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:09:15).
In our next edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome in Nicklas Degn, Danish football journalist to preview Denmark (2:55). From there, we welcome in Amine El Amri, North African football journalist to preview Tunisia (21:50). After that, we welcome in Jonathan Johnson, French football journalist for CBS Sports to preview the defending champions, France (36:15). Our last guest is Dan Colasimone from ABC Australia to preview Australia (54:00). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:06:10).
In our next edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Hand of Pod podcast to preview Argentina (2:40). From there, we welcome in Wael Jabir from AFC and Arab News to preview Saudi Arabia (26:10). After that, we welcome in Lizzy Becherano from 90Min to preview Mexico (37:20). Our last guest is Matt Santangelo from State of Play podcast to preview Poland (54:35). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:11:50).
In our next edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:25). We then welcome in Ralph Hannah from Guiness World Records to preview England (3:50). From there, we welcome in Arya Allahverdi from Gol Bezan to preview Iran(22:20). After that, we welcome in Grant Wahl from GrantWahl.com to preview the United States (37:15). Our last guest is Beth Fisher, Welsh sports presenter and former Wales hockey national team member to preview Wales (55:45). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:07:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto look at the US Men's National Team roster for the World Cup that dropped late on Wednesday, and give their opinions on the squat construction, as well as omissions from the team (4:15). We then welcome in the voice of LAFC, Max Bretos to talk about the exception MLS Cup Final on the weekend that saw LAFC win their first title (29:28). We close with a preview of our next show, and a plug for our World Cup Preview shows that will be out over the next 10 days leading up to the World Cup (43:35).
In our opening edition of 2022 World Cup preview shows, Joe and Roberto start out with their quick overview of the group (:30). We then welcome in Wael Jabir from The AFC and Arab News to preview the host country, Qatar (2:30). From there, we welcome in Martin Benitez from Warriors of Ecuador to preview Ecuador (19:20). after that, we welcome in Amadi Thiam from Copa 90 to preview Senegal (31:05). Our last guest is Jeroen Elshoff from NOS to preview the Netherlands (43:45). We then close with our predictions for the group (1:01:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about Messi's goal scoring record in the Champions League (4:00). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the latest release of the FIFA World Rankings leading up to the 2022 World Cup (4:55). We then welcome in Nico DeGallo to discuss the half way point of the Champions League, as well as the dominance of Manchester City and Erling Haaland (15:15). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, including matches for MLS's Decision Day, and the trivia answer (36:10). We are off next week, and will return the week of October 22nd.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about World Cup managers (4:50). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the US Men's National Team performance in the international break, and discuss the questions and answers from the matches against Japan and Saudi Arabia (6:40). We then welcome in Ralph Hannah from Guiness World records and Guaranivision to discuss the other matches played over the international break as teams go through their final tune up for the World Cup in Qatar (20:15). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (48:45).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about Erling Haaland's goal scoring feats in the UCL (3:40). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss Week 1 in the Champions League, and the many storylines from this week (4:50). We then welcome in Theo Carty from the From The Shed End podcast to discuss Thomas Tuchel's sacking this week, what it means for Chelsea Football Club, and the current players (19:20). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (31:55).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about MLS scoring records (3:50). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the Champions League group draw as they get set to start this week (4:40). We then welcome in Wael Jabir, Middle Eastern Football Journalist to discuss the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, as well as the Qatari National Team, and the upcoming Champions League matches (23:50). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of our next show (51:40).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about Casemiro and Real Madrid (3:30). In Opening Thoughts, we discuss the breaking news that Casemiro is moving from Real Madrid to Manchester United in a $80 million dollar move (4:20). We then welcome in Phil Brown from Beyond the Pitch to continue discussing all things Manchester United, including their poor start, potential transfer window moves, and even their potential sale (15:05). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of our next show in 2 weeks (32:50).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a great trivia question about La Liga champions (3:45). In the return of Opening Thoughts, we discuss the list of finalists for the Balon D'Or that was released this week, including our predicted winner, top 3, and omissions from the list (4:20). We then welcome in Semra Hunter from La Liga TV to preview the 2022/2023 La Liga season, including our predictions for top 4 and relegated clubs (19:45). We return to give you our Match of the Week segment starting on August 17th, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (50:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a great Copa Libertadores trivia question (4:30). From there, we welcome in Manuel Veth from Transfermarkt to preview the 22/23 Bundesliga season (7:00). Immediately after that, we welcome in Matt Santangelo from The State of Play podcast to look at the 22/23 Serie A season (28:05). We bring you a great list of matches for Match of the Week starting Wednesday August 10th, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show which will include the La Liga preview (52:05)!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto bring you their first two previews of the 22/23 season in Europe's top 5 leagues. We open with a Women's Euro trivia question (3:45). From there, we welcome in Tom Scholes from TalkSport to preview the Premier league season, including predicted champion, top 4, and relegation sides (4:55). From there, we welcome in Jonathan Johnson from CBS Sports to give you the same great in depth preview with Ligue 1 (28:45). We close with our Match of the Week segment, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (44:00).
Joe and Roberto get together for an unexpected mid summer podcast. The boys start out by discussing the ongoing Matthijs de Ligt potential move from Juventus to either Chelsea or Bayern Munich (4:40). Sticking with Bayern, the boys move on to the potential Robert Lewandowski move to Barcelona, with PSG now entering the picture (16:10). They close with a look at the Copa Libertadores knock out rounds, with Both Boca Juniors and River Plate being eliminated from the competition (26:30). We will be back the week of July 30th as both Joe and Roberto will be in Florida attending various competitions.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with the breaking news from the weekend that Gareth Bale is joining LAFC (5:25). We also discuss transfer news of Sadio Mane/Robert Lewandowski (13:30), Raheem Sterling/Gabriel Jesus (17:15), and Paulo Dybala (22:00). We then welcome in Jack Grimse from OS Studios to continue discussing Dybala as well as the previous transfers mentioned (23:45). We add to the discussion the potential Matthijs de Ligt transfer (32:10), as well as World Cup roster expansion (35:20) and what this means for the US Men's National Team (38:50). We will be off for the most part in July as we take a break and start to work on our World Cup Preview Specials!
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Opening Thoughts discussing the latest transfer rumors (3:50). We then welcome in Martino Puccio from The Athletic and The State of Play podcast to discuss the Finalissima (12:35), what it means to the Italian National Team, and his reaction to Christian Pulisic's comments and the US Men's National Team (22:40). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, and a preview of next week's show (35:15).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto are immediately joined by Nima Tavallaey to recap the 2022 UEFA Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool. The boys start off with their match recap discussing the big moments of the match (3:00). We then discuss the future of Real Madrid on the heels of losing Kylian M'Bappe (7:20). From there, we go back to the match, chatting about Thibault Courtios's selection as Man of the Match (13:10). We then turn our attention to the fan violence issues outside the stadium in the pre-game (18:05). Lastly, we discuss Carlo Ancelotti's future and discuss the idea of him being the greatest club manager in history (22:20).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about Man of the Match histories (3:20). In Opening Thoughts, the boys discuss the changes to the UEFA Champions League, awarding two spots based on performance (4:00). We then welcome in Jerry Mancini from the Calico Connection podcast to discuss the close championship and relegation races in the Serie A, the strength of the league overall, and some potential moves that could happen this summer (11:50). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (36:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about team goal scoring (4:05). In Opening Thoughts, the boys discuss the Seattle Sounder's victory in the CONCACAF Champions League, becoming the first MLS team to win it in 20 years (4:55). We then welcome in Simon Bajkowski from the Manchester Evening News to discuss Manchester City's early exit from Champions League, their possible transfers including Erling Haaland, and the further demise of Manchester United as they close the season without qualifying for the UEFA Champions League (15:25). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (36:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about Brazilian goal scorers in the EPL (3:55). In Opening Thoughts, the boys discuss breaking news from Le Parisian and Get French Football News about Maurizio Pochettino's imminent sacking at PSG, and Antonio Conte offering himself on a 2 year contract (4:40). We then welcome in Phil Brown from Beyond the Pitch to discuss all things Manchester United, including Erik Ten Hag, Cristiano Ronaldo, Harry Maguire, and Paul Pogba (16:40). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week and the trivia answer (43:20). We are off next week, and will return on the weekend of May 7th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about the Champions League Golden Boot race (4:45). In Opening Thoughts, the boys discuss the World Cup Group Stage draw, and the upcoming matchups in Qatar (5:45). We then welcome in Christina Unkel from CBS Sports to talk about match officiating, VAR, and her own personal experiences as a referee (26:40). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (58:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto immediately joined by Cliff Esmiol from Stoppage Time by AJC for the entire show! The boys start out by discussing the week's results in CONMEBOL, and look at the chances for Peru, Colombia, or Chile to qualify for the playoff spot fro Qatar 2022 (4:45). We then turn our focus to CONCACAF as Canada, The US, and Mexico all inch closer to qualifying for the World Cup (15:50). From there, we dive deeper into the Italian disaster as they fail to qualify for their second straight World Cup (25:00). Following our discussion, we give you a great list of Matches this week in Match of the Week (43:55), diving deeper into the Derby D'Italia on Sunday (45:35), and the fallout from the impending Paulo Dybala departure (48:40). We are off next week, and will return on the weekend of April 8th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about Carlo Ancelotti (3:40). In Opening Thoughts, the boys discuss the Champions League quarterfinals as the draw was completed earlier this week (4:50). We then welcome in Janusz Michallik from ESPN, SiriusMXFC, and the US Men's National Team to continue our discussion about the Champions League, as well as look at the US Men's National Team as the squad has been selected for the last three World Cup Qualifiers this week (14:35). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (42:15).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about Cristiano Ronaldo off of his hat trick on the weekend (4:20). In Opening Thoughts, the boys discuss the fallout at Chelsea Football Club after sanctions were levied against Roman Abromovich, as well as the situation at PSG (5:30). We then welcome in Santi Bauza from Hand of Pod, Copa 90, and CNN World Sport to continue our discussion on PSG, as well as look into the Champions League matches this week, and the future of Lionel Messi (16:35). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (45:00).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Roberto giving you a great trivia question about 34 year old players scoring goals (3:50). In Opening Thoughts, the boys are joined by Ralph Hannah from Guiness World records to discuss the footballing side of the conflict in Ukraine (4:35). We then welcome in Manuel Veth from Transfermarkt to continue our discussion on Ukraine, as well as look in on the German Bundesliga after Round 24 (16:10). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (46:40).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with Joe giving you a great trivia question about unbeaten teams in the Top 5 Leagues (3:25). In Opening Thoughts, the boys revisit the Premier League, and discuss their prediction that Manchester City has won the title as Loverpool have tightened the race. They also discuss the relegation battle, as well as the struggles of Romelu Lukaku (4:10). We then welcome in Nima Tavallaey from SempreInter and The Italian Football Podcast to chat about the UEFA Champions League, with a deeper focus on Inter Milan and Juventus as the Round of 16 continues. We also talk about foreseeable changes at Juventus, as well as the influx of American ownership in Italy (19:30). We return to give you a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (41:30).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out with a Club World Cup trivia question on the heels of Chelsea's 2-1 win over Palmeiras (3:15). In Opening thoughts, we look in on the Top 5 Leagues in Europe including the EPL (5:05), Ligue 1 (11:50), La Liga (15:15), and the Bundesliga (20:00). We then welcome in Zeke Tell from Gianulca DiMarzio to do our Serie A recap, peek in at the Champions League, and talk about the winter transfer window (24:50). We return to give you a full list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (41:25).
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out by Roberto giving you a great question about free kick takers in the EPL (3:50). In Opening Thoughts, we look ahead to the upcoming World Cup Qualifiers in CAF, CONCACAF, and CONMEBOL in this international break (4:45). We then welcome in South American football journalist, Tim Vickery to go deeper into CONMEBOL, as well as talk about the transfers of Diego Valeri, Esequiel Barco, and Julian Alvarez (23:05). We close with a great list of AFCON knock out matches and World Cup Qualifiers in Match of the Week, and the trivia answer (43:15). We are off next week, and return the weekend of February 6th.
In this episode, Joe and Roberto start out by declaring Manchester City as EPL Champions after their 1-0 victory over Chelsea on the weekend (3:05). Joe then gives you a great trivia question on the African Cup of Nations (4:20). In Opening Thoughts, we look back on the Italian and Spanish Super Cups, which gave you both a Derby D'Italia, and an El Clasico this week (4:55). We then welcome in African football journalist Amine El Amri to look back on the first week of the African Cup of Nations, including the Tunisia/Mali turmoil, the slow start for Senegal, the rapid rise of Nigeria and Cameroon, and how Morocco has competed so far in this first week (27:30). We close with a great list of matches in Match of the Week, the trivia answer, and a preview of next week's show (47:05).