Footy First: Recent Episodes
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Footy First is TSN 1050's all-soccer podcast, with a lean towards Canadian soccer content. Hosted by Nick McVicar and York United FC goalkeeper Niko Giantsopouls every Saturday from 10am-11am.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos are joined by Damion Graham and Jarred Phillips from SLC FC to discuss their experience in The Soccer Tournament and what the are taking away from it. They finish it off with their predictions.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Sergio Camargo discuss Vancouver FC's interesting player movement, The Soccer Tournament and York United's pride kit. They also discuss the MLS squad's recent results and then look to the CPL and discuss the biggest storylines from around the league. They finish off with predictions.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos breakdown the Canadian Championship semi finals and teams playing after a scary injury. They also look at the Toronto FC situation and if the players and coaches handles things properly. They finihs off talking about the preliminary roster and give their predictions for the week. - Episode recorded May 25, 2023.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos welcomed Sergio Camargo as a full time co-host. The trio discuss the inconsistent play from CF Montreal and Vancouver Whitecaps, the recently released MLS salaries and who may be outperforming or underperforming their contract and the new World Cup logo. They finish off with their predictions.
In this week's episode Nick McVicar and Sergio Camargo look back and the two separate incidents at the TFC match which saw 4 fans banned from MLSE venues permanently and why this isn't good for the game. They are joined by Apple TV Commentator Matt Cullen to discuss the TFC/Montreal match this weekend and when Bob Bradley's job may come into questions. The guys also look at the news from Canada Soccer and the Minister of Sport this week before giving their predictions.
Apple TV commentator Matt Cullen joins the show to discuss the TFC/CF Montreal Canadian Championship match, what could be the quick fix answer, if this is the beginning of the next generation for TFC, the struggles for Insigne and Bernadeschi, how important the matchup this weekend is, which players are key for both squads, what has allowed Montreal to turn their season around and when Bob Bradley's job should come into question.
In this week's show, Nick McVicar, Niko Giantsopoulos and Sergio Camargo discuss the injury bug hitting CPL clubs and what the league could do to fix the situation. They are then joined by former CF Montreal and Canadian International midfielder Patrice Bernier to discuss his Wall of Fame induction and how the club has adjusted early this season. They then discuss the York United sale back to CSB and give their predictions.
Former CF Montreal and Canadian National team Midfielder Patrice Bernier joins the show to discuss his introduction into the CF Montreal Wall of Fame, how the club has turned around their season, which young players have impressed this year, how impressed he has been with the new coach, the Canada Soccer situation and his favourite CF Montreal memories.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos discuss the opening two weeks from the CPL season and get a mood check on York United after they were sold back to the league. They highlight some impressive early season performances so far from CPL players as well. They are then joined by Founder of the Project 8 League Diana Matheson and CEO of AFC Toronto City Helena Ruken to discuss the founding of AFC Toronto City and the growth of the league so far. They finish off with their predictions.
Founder of Project 8 Diana Matheson and CEO of AFC Toronto City Helena Ruken join the show to discuss the new club's formation, how the league has grown since the announcement, the process which they are identifying players, who has been the biggest help in growing the league and what they hope for at the grassroots development.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar recaps the incredible week of Canadian soccer action from MLS, CPL and Canadians Championship games. He discuss the big upset from TSS Rovers and what the new Vancouver FC has looked like in their first season. He is then joined by former USMNT player Maurice Edu to look ahead to the TFC/Philadelphia Union match and discuss what has be the problem in Toronto. Niko Giantsopoulos joins the show to give his predictions ahead of this week's games.
Former USMNT player and current Apple TV MLS Analyst Maurice Edu joined the show to discuss how far TFC has come as a club, what has been the issue with TFC in the early part of the season, the goalkeeping matchup between Sean Johnson and Andre Blake this weekend, what has surprised him early in the season and what he expects in the TFC match.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar gets you excited for the CPL season kickoff with two great interview. First, Forge FC Head Coach Bobby Smyrniotis joins the show to discuss the reigning champions mindset heading into the season and how excited he is for the new players in the club. Nick is then joined by CPL Commissioner Mark Noonan to discuss the start of year 5 and where the league's growth is headed. |Nick finish off with the predictions segment.
CPL Commissioner Mark Noonan joins the show to discuss the growth of the league in his short tenure so far, what are the important goals for the league to grow, where potential expansion could take place, how important Edmonton as a location is, how the CPL has made an impact in the global soccer community, how important the pathway from League1 to CPL is and the conversations with the Players Union.
Forge FC Head Coach Bobby Smyrniotis joins the show to discuss the club's mindset heading into the season, the offseason moves, how important a good start of the season is, the new signings for the club, the importance of growing the youth levels, what he thinks of the other clubs around the league, his brother Costa joining the CPL and his thoughts ahead of the opening match.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar finishes the CPL preseason solo as he recaps the MLS action from last week. He breaks down Vancouver's dominant win and gets angry in What's Making Nick Mad? he finishes off looking ahead to this week's action and does the predictions along with Niko Giantsopoulos.
In this edition of What's Making Nick Mad?, Nick is angry at Toronto FC's inability to hold onto leads this season. He looks at if a coaching change should be made and makes a case for the players needing better cardio. Check out what he had to say.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar breaks down Canada's two CONCACAF Nations League wins and discusses what it means for the squad. He looks back at the two MLS matches last week before teeing up this week's slate of games. He finishes off with the predictions segment where co-host Niko Giantsopoulos makes an appearance.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar recaps the week that was in the MLS with two big wins for Canadian teams. Niko Giantsopoulos jumps on as the boys are joined by Houston Dash and Canadian International Goalkeeper Devon Kerr to discuss her career and the Canadian Women's natioanl program amidst the controversy. They finish off with the predictions for the week and another giveaway.
Houston Dash and Canadian International Goalkeeper Devon Kerr joins the show to discuss her career both at the club and international levels, the quality of the NWSL, the Dash's mindset ahead of the season, young Canadians to watch for this season in the NWSL, competing with her friend Kailen Sheridan, visibility of the women's players, the women's chances at the World Cup this summer and the issues with the compensation from Coccer Canada over the last few years.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar holds it down solo once again and discusses the Canadian Women's national team's Heritage Committee meeting this past week and the fall out from that. He is then joined by TFC and Canadian National team midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye to discuss playing for TFC and his time in Qatar. He is then joined by League 1 Ontario player Bradley Ogbevuon to discuss his career and last memories from his playing time. Nick finishes off with the predictions segment.
League 1 Ontario player Bradley Ogbevuon joins the show the discuss his time in Portugal at the youth levels, his transition to League 1, the talent level in League 1 circles, his opportunity with Valour FC's open trials, what his end goals in soccer are and his last memories from his career.
TCFC and Canadian National Team Midfielder Mark-Anthony Kaye joins the show to discuss his return to TFC, the excitement from the fans, how the team has been built, playing for Bob Bradley again, his relationship with Osorio and Michael Bradley, going to Qatar and his lasting memory from the World Cup.
In this week's episode Nick McVicar holds down the fort solo and recaps the week in Canadian soccer. He breaks down the resignation of Nick Bontis and appointment on Soccer Canada President Charmaine Crooks as well as the women's team's new deal with Canada Soccer. He is joined by IBV's Holly O'Neill to discuss her first professional contract and making adjustments on and off the field. he recaps week 1 in the MLS and also gives his and Niko Giantsopoulos' predictions for week 2 action.
IBV's newest Canadian signing Holly O'Neill joins the show to discuss her pathway to the pros, how fast her contract negotiations went, what has made her a lethal goal scorer at USports and League1 Ontario, what it was like adjusting to Ontario, how she is able to adjust to different positions and how she has settled in to life in Iceland.
In this week's episode Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos are joined by York United defender Tass Mourdoukoutas and Canadian Soccer Daily founder Brendan Dunlop to tee up the MLS season for the three Canadian clubs. They deep dive into each squad and give their predictions ahead of the clubs start. They also give their predictions for match day 1.
Canadian Soccer Pundit and founder of Canadian Soccer Daily Brendan Dunlop joins the show to discuss the most exciting storylines ahead of matchday day 1, expectations for Insigne and Bernadeschi, Diomande's opportunity, how TFC's midfield will need to play, Vancouver's expectations, how Montreal can reset and which young players will be key for Montreal.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos discuss Nick's recent "Trial" with York United and what that experience was like. They are then joined by TSN's Claire Hanna to discuss the Women's National Team's game against the US in the SheBelieves Cup and how much the current turmoil with Soccer Canada is weighing on the team. They finish off with a new Zat's Waatch and the MLS Kit releases this week.
TSN Soccer reporter Claire Hanna joins the show to discuss the Women's first match in the SheBelieves Cup against the USA, how important this tournament is, what the motivation is for the players, how the coaching staff is affected through this whole endeavor, if conversations are ongoing with the CSA or if the team is in a waiting pattern and who the most important players are moving forward for the squad
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos discuss the major news from the Canadian Women's National Team Camp of the team going on strike. They look at how we got here and what the issues really are. They also discuss what we can expect moving forward from both the National Teams and Canada Soccer. They finish off with Zator Watch and give a shout out to Mason Trafford on his retirement.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and York United Keeper Niko Giantsopoulos are joined by York Defender Tass Mourdoukoutas to discuss his transition from A-League to CPL and what being an international player really means. The boys are also joined by Atletico Ottawa's Noah Verhoeven to discuss his recent signing and the difference between clubs in the league. They finish off discuss the John Herdman news.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and York United Keeper Niko Giantsopoulos are joined by York Defender Tass Mourdoukoutas to discuss his transition from A-League to CPL and what being an international player really means. The boys are also joined by Atletico Ottawa's Noah Verhoeven to discuss his recent signing and the difference between clubs in the league. They finish off discuss the John Herdman news.
Atletico Ottawa's newest signing Noah Verhoeven joins the show to discuss how he ended up in Ottawa, what his timeline in the offseason was, if he will cut his hair, what the differences are between the different CPL clubs, the structure of Atletico and the opportunities the club offers and what having friends around the league is like
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos are joined by newly signed York United Striker Brian Wright and Midfielder Elijah Adekugbe to discuss their recent move and their seasons last year. They also discuss Canada's showing at the World Cup and get into the possibility of growth in League 1 Canada to Albert and the best youth teams in Ontario. they finish off talking about their goals for the season with York.
IUn this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos are joined by newly signed York United Striker Brian Wright and Midfielder Elijah Adekugbe to discuss their recent move and their seasons last year. They also discuss Canada's showing at the World Cup and get into the possibility of growth in League 1 Canada to Albert and the best youth teams in Ontario. they finish off talking about their goals for the season with York.
In this week's episode, Nick McVicar and Niko Giantsopoulos discuss more Canadian transfers around the world and how impressive some of the moves have been. They also discuss the influx on League 1 players heading to not just the CPL but leagues around the world and why that might be happening. Nick gives his takes on Canadian's missing showcase opportunities in What's making Nick Mad? and they announce the winner of the Footy First Kit giveaway.
Nick is angry about the representation of Canadian players in and around the women's game. After only 1 Canadian was taken in the NWSL Draft and the Women's National team not having any friendly matches in the current window ahead of the She Believes Cup, he` believes there is too many missed opportunities to showcase Canadian Talent