The KickAround: Recent Episodes
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The KickAround is simply about talking soccer and all that implies. Andy & Peter bring the Dallas area perspective of the game, but in a way familiar to The Ticket. The show gives sanctuary to the portion of the True Ticket P1 who also loves soccer. No matter if you’re new to the game or a long-time hardcore, don’t worry, we’re just kickin’- it around.
July 25, 2027: Andy and Peter return, but Lars has returned to Europe. So, one last episode before a few weeks off to discuss further World Cup reflections, USMNT, US Youth Developement relalities, "MLS, now what?" and FCD sells off a teenager.
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July 20, 2026 - One final ride with Peter, Andy and Lars, as the boys give parting thoughts on Spain/Argentina and the assess the impact of the World Cup on and off the field.
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July 19, 2026 - Immediate reaction from Peter, Andy and Lars after Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win their second World Cup title.
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July 19, 2026 - The boys preview the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, recap a wild 6-4 England win in the 3rd place game, and recap the impact of the World Cup from Dallas/Fort Worth's point of view.
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July 18, 2026 - Happy Consolation Game day, y'all. But before all that, Julian Eyestone - local guy done good - and current Brentford FC keeper, joins in-studio to talk about his run with the USMNT during the World Cup. Lots of really interesting insight from his time inside with Pochettino and Co.
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July 15, 2026 - The boys talk Argentina's incredible 2-1 win over England in the semis and look ahead to Sunday's final between Spain and Argentina.
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July 14, 2026 - The boys talk Spain's dominant 2-0 win over France to book a spot in the final, preview the England/Argentina semifinal on Wednesday, and discuss Folarin Balogun's comments regarding the rescinded suspension.
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July 13, 2026 - The boys recap the quarterfinals on Saturday and look ahead to the semifinal between France and Spain from Dallas Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.
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July 11, 2026 - The boys preview England/Norway and Argentina/Switzerland, as well as discuss the state of player development in American soccer and talk controversies of World Cup past
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July 10, 2026 - The boys recap Spain's 2-1 win over Belgium and preview the semifinal between Spain and France from Dallas Stadium coming Tuesday afternoon.
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July 9, 2026 - The boys discuss the off-day adventure with Lars on Wednesday, talk France's 2-0 win over Morocco and look ahead at the quarterfinals still to come.
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July 7, 2026 - The boys discuss the fallout from the USMNT's loss to Belgium, recap the Messi Show from Atlanta, and preview the four quarterfinals beginning with France v. Morocco on Thursday.
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July 6, 2026 - The boys recap the USMNT's stunning 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, discuss the incredible drama from Sunday, and review Spain/Portugal from Dallas Stadium on Monday.
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July 5, 2026 - The boys discuss FIFA's shocking decision allowing Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium on Monday night, chat with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle ahead of the match, and discuss Brazil-Norway and Mexico-England on Sunday.
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July 4, 2026 - The boys talk Canada's Round of 16 exit against Morocco, recap the insanity from Argentina's 3-2 AET win over Cape Verde, and preview a big Sunday with Brazil/Norway and England/Mexico.
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July 3, 2026 - The boys recap a classic with Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde in Miami, discuss the fallout from Croatia's heartbreaking loss to Portugal, and preview the first two Round of 16 games coming on Saturday.
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July 2, 2026 - The day after the USMNT's win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, plus a preview US/Belgium on Monday night and a recap of games from Thursday with a preview of games ahead on Friday.
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July 1, 2026 - The boys celebrate the USMNT's Round of 32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina from Santa Clara, and review the rest of a crazy Monday across the World Cup knockout stage.
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June 30, 2026 - The boys recap an incredible day at Dallas Stadium, where Lars' native Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to advance to the Round of 16, and then preview the USMNT's Round of 32 game against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday.
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June 29, 2026 - The first big day of knockout games in the Round of 32, and the boys talk about Andy's Canadian triumph over South Africa, the Monday wins from Brazil and Paraguay, and preview the three games scheduled for Tuesday -- including Ivory Coast and Norway from Dallas Stadium,
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June 28, 2026 - A special Sunday edition of World Cup KickAround, where the boys cap the final day of group stage games and peek ahead to the Round of 32, which begins with Canada and South Africa in LA on Sunday.
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June 27, 2026 - The boys look recap the craziness from Egypt and Iran's game in Seattle and preview the final day of Group Stage games in this year's World Cup.
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June 27, 2026 - Peter Andy and Lars review and reflect on the US (meaningless) loss to Turkey, and what is next for the host nation. Plus, Lars' Norway had an odd outing vs France and all of the other action during a hectic 3rd round group game day.
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June 25, 2026 - The boys get ready for the US/Türkiye game on Thursday night, discuss the South African surprise on Wednesday night, and preview another six-game slate for Friday.
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June 24, 2026 - The boys preview the final USMNT group stage game against Türkiye on Thursday night, review the games from Tuesday, and start combing through the results from the groups that have now finished play.
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June 22, 2026 - The boys discuss Messi's historic day at Dallas Stadium in Argentina's 2-0 win, help Lars manage having to watch his beloved Norway in their second game against Senegal while broadcasting live, and discuss the games to come Tuesday.
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June 20, 2026 - The boys spend some time digesting the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle, talk an emphatic 5-1 win for the Dutch against Sweden, and look ahead at games to come over the weekend into Monday.
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June 19, 2026 - The boys recap the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle, preview Türkiye/Paraguay ahead on Friday night, and also look at a full slate of games on Saturday.
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June 18, 2026 - The boys look ahead to the USMNT's second group game against Australia on Friday afternoon, preview Mexico's game against South Korea and touch on the other games across Groups C and D.
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June 17, 2026 - The boys recap England's incredible 4-2 win over Croatia at Dallas Stadium, talk Messi's brilliance in Kansas City and preview the second round of games in Groups A and B coming Thursday.
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June 16, 2026 - The boys talk about Lars' beloved Norway's 4-1 romp over Iraq, France's comfortable win over Senegal, and preview the matches to come Tuesday night into Wednesday.
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June 15, 2026 - The boys regroup after spending Sunday at the Dallas Stadium for the Japan/Netherlands match, recap games since the last broadcast Saturday afternoon, and preview four matches coming on Tuesday.
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June 13, 2026 - The guys reassemble just hours after the late night of the big USMNT win and call in ESPN's Jeff Carlisle who was at the game for his insights. Also a full run-down of Saturday and Sunday's slate of matches, and the moment Qatar dropped the tournament's first big surprise.
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June 12, 2026 - The boys break down everything from the USMNT's emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay in the World Cup opener from Los Angeles Stadium.
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June 11, 2026 - The boys break down the opening game between Mexico and South Africa, preview the Thursday night game between South Korea and Czechia, and give one final update from the USMNT camp before the World Cup opener against Paraguay on Friday night.
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June 10, 2026 - The boys discuss the latest from the USMNT's camp ahead of the Friday opener vs. Paraguay, preview Mexico/South Africa and South Korea/Czechia, and give their final tournament predictions ahead of the first day of World Cup 26.
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UPDATED - the previous version was missing about 12 minutes that include much of the Group E&F discusion - that has been corrected here
June 6, 2026 - The boys get together in studio for the first of many times this summer and preview anything and everything World Cup 26, including the USMNT, how the groups will shake out, which teams might have a run in them and who they think wins the tournament in July.
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May 30, 2026 - Immediate reaction to Arsenal's Champions League loss to PSG, Lars checks in one last time from Europe before his trip over, and all three review their Premier League Predictions. Plus, a whole bunch of World Cup talk, which is all you're getting from here on out for the next two months!
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May 23, 2026 - As the World Cup gets closer, now rosters are being announced, and in the lead up to this episode Andy & Peter find out the USMNT has been leaked about an hour before show time and discuss that a week earlier than expected. Plus Decision Day in the Prem, Arsenal wins, Villa wins, and a Champions League Preview - and Sam Sarver.
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May 16, 2026 - Andy & Peter review the bad (or good) week in VAR, the Celtic drama, the WHUARS incident, and City's FA Cup win over Chelsea. Plus World Cup grass, all the soccer content on your TV, and how Real Madrid makes Jerry Jones proud.
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May 9, 2026 - Andy & Peter react to the Champions League Final match-up, discuss City's win to keep pressure on in the Premier League Title Race, and so that means more Aresenal talk. Plus World Cup stuff, and a review of Fox's USMNT hype promo.
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May 2, 2026 - Andy and Peter bathe in the aftermath of Tuesday's PSG/Bayern and try to figure out if it was the best game of all time, and if it is even a quality that is sustainable as entertainment. Plus Arsenal remind us, "It's Not Over" and a dig into World Cup Tickets and pricing.
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April 18, 2026 - Andy & Peter try and provide some supportive thoughts to all Spurs fans, including Lars, after their high drama draw vs Brighton. Plus, a preview of the City/Arsenal "Final", a review of the UCL Quarters, and the latest in World Cup noise.
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April 11, 2026 - Andy and Peter and Lars all jump into the drama of Arsenal's loss, at home, to Bournemouth and how that now really revives the hope of a real title race. Plus, UCL Quarterfinals, World Cup talk and Bob Sturm checks in to talk about his current WC Ticket situation.
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April 4, 2026 - Andy and Peter come in for a short episode to make sure the World Cup playoffs leading to finally determing the last 6 teams to the World Cup gets discussed, along with the Italian woe. Plus, City's bullying of Liverpool and a discussion of the dramatics of the USMNT.
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March 28, 2026 - Andy, Lars & Peter had a lot of soccer ground to cover with the FIFA World Cup Playoff games ramping up the "it's almost here" vibes. Plus a preview of USMNT game vs Belgium and how prophetic Andy and Jeff Carlisle turned out to be. Also Dallas Cup is here, and yet another new pro soccer team hits DFW.
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March 21, 2026 - Andy & Peter dial up Lars, live, to formally annouce the KickAround's programming plan for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, a preview of both the UEFA and FIFA playoff games starting this week to decide the final 6 World Cup teams. Lars reflects on Bodo's great UCL run, a preview of that tourny's quarterfinals, the day in the Prem, and USMNT call-up observations.
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March 14. 2026 - Andy and Peter watch as Arsenal lean on The Kid to scrape out a win over Everton, and hear from Lars, who sent in his "State of Spurs" statement. Plus, World Cup Nerd, and Jeff Carlisle from ESPN checks in to catch us up on the USMNT.
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March 7, 2026 - Andy and Peter are out on the road, recapping Chelsea's entertaining FA Cup win at the Racecourse Grounds and discussing the Premier League drama that took place earlier in the week. Also, World Cup teams are choosing base camps. What exactly happened with DFW being a big pull?
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February 28, 2026 - Andy and Peter return to dig into the need to address global political developments of the day and the past week, and how they may impact the World Cup, and how historically similar events have played out. Plus, the weekend in the Premier League and Lamine Yamal is pretty good at soccer.
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February 14, 2026 - Peter and Andy (on his BDay!) gather to discuss the day's FA Cup action and the one big CUPset. Plus Lars checks in w/ his perspective on all the drama going on with Spurs. Plus World Cup Nerd, that LIVMCI incident, and more.
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Feb 7, 2026: Andy and Peter dive into the world of soccer, discussing the latest Premier League action and World Cup news. They break down the day's games, including Arsenal's win over Sunderland and Newcastle's thrilling match against Brentford. The guys also touch on the US men's national team's injury concerns, including Christian Pulisic's potential return and Tyler Adams' recovery. Plus, they chat with Buzz Carrick about FC Dallas' preseason game and the team's upcoming season.
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January 31, 2026- Peter and Andy dive into the world of soccer, discussing the latest news and updates from the Premier League and Champions League. They break down the drama-filled week, including Wrexham's impressive win and the USL's plans for a new Premier League. They also touch on the US men's national team, discussing the recent comments from coach Pochettino and the implications of the team's upcoming World Cup. With their signature blend of humor and insight, Peter and Andy tackle the biggest stories in the soccer world. (can you tell AI wrote this?)
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January 24, 2026 - Peter and Andy, forced by the winter storm to do the show from their respective homes, are joined by (and giggled at) by Lars Sivertsen to discuss The Cherries big dramatic win over Liverpool, Spurs dropping more points and the final week of the Champions League group stage. Plus World Cup Nerd!
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Jan 17, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton are joined by Lars Sivertsen to discuss the unexpected outcome of the Manchester Derby, Spurs losing again, and Liverpool's unexpected draw at home. Plus World Cup stuff, the Dallas effect on the USMNT and "Man vs Fat".
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January 10, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton return for a historic day in the FA Cup, a look at the 1st half of the Premier League Season, Daniel Robertson w/ Serie A, and some kit talk.
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January 3, 2026 - It's a new year and a new episode of soccer talking! From discussing the changes at Chelsea, to Sunderland's suprising rise and the day's results in the Premier League. Plus, a peek at the potential knock-out games DFW may get during the World Cup and confusion over the USSF new USMNT slogan.
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December 28, 2025 - With other station programming getting in the way of discussing the crowded holiday soccer calendar, Peter and Lars are left to podcast about it. Villa continues to power ahead and belie Lars' concerns over their numbers, where will Semenyo go? and a full run-through of the Premier League weekend of results.
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December 13, 2025 - Andy Swift returns to join Peter Welpton in digging further into the World Cup news, details and debate over ticket prices, group stage travel and how the weather may impact the games. Plus Mo Salah drama, Arsenal/Wolves in real time and a discussion of 30 years of MLS.
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December 6, 2025 - A big week with the World Cup Draw and schedule being released and Andy Swift attending MLS Cup. Lars Sivertsen joins from Norway to work through the groups & discuss the US' outlook. Plus a review of the day in the PL, including some surprising (or not so surprising) results.
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November 29, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton prep for Friday's incredibly important World Cup Draw, walking through the process, the pots and potential group outcomes. What are the best/worst scenarios for the USMNT? Also, the day in the Premier League results.
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November 15, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton return for the 1st time in a month, ready to talk soccer and all that implies. Straight in they go to the World Cup w/ Qualifying in the final stretch, who's in, who's out and who's a maybe. So much drama. Plus USMNT update, the big changes coming to MLS and Andy makes excuses for Liverpool.
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November 10, 2025 - The good Lars Sivertsen returns to join podcast forces to review City's big 3-0 defeat of Liverpool. Also, Lars stirs the Spurs pot as they drop points to United and contends that Villa are not as good as their 4-0 beating of Bouremouth would say.
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Nov 7, 2025 - With the ongoing collision of other station programming obligations and personal schedules, the show has not been live in a few weeks, and likely to last a few more. So, because you P1's need your KickAround, Peter and Lars combine forces with "The Lars Resort" to catch up on this week's great Champions League action and preview a few of the weekend's big Premier League games.
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October 18. 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton first jump into the firing of Ange from Forest, who's at fault and what happens next. Plus other results of the day in the Prem and previewing Liverpool/United. Also, World Cup Nerd: more nations qualify and we learn where the playoffs games will be held. Plus a review of the USMNT international break.
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October 4, 2025 - the good Lars Sivertsen checks in while Andy Swift has to witness his Liverpool lose its 3rd in a row and fall out of 1st place, all while Peter Welpton enjoys it all. Plus Daniel Robertson explains just how good Pulisic is playing in Italy, and Tyler Kern catches us up on the Bundesliga. Plus, World Cup Nerd - the ball.
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September 27, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton return to discuss the wild and crazy day of Premier League results. ESPN's Jeff Carlisle calls-in to talk USMNT roster status and there's a new edition of World Cup Nerd. Oh, and a bonus KickAround Seg!!
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September 13, 2025 - Andy Swift returns, along with Peter Welpton, for the weekend after the international break as Arsenal put in a top result against Ange's Forest. Plus the rest of the day in the Prem, preview of the Manchester derby, and lots of USMNT discussion and World Cup ticket advice.
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September 6, 2025 - Daniel Robertson and Peter Welpton gather during an international break to preview the USMNT friendly vs South Korea and discuss the ongoing drama leading into the World Cup. Speaking of World Cup, the ticket sale process was announced, so some assistance in understanding it. Also, catching up on the Prem, w/ Lars speaking on the big Spurs news.
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August 16, 2025 - Andy Swift, Peter Welpton and Lars Sivertsen celebrate and review the opening weekend of a new Premier League Season! Liverpool's fun and emotion filled win, Sunderland's triumphant return, Spurs didn't blow a lead, and Fulham salvaged points at the death! Plus, World Cup Nerd might make USMNT fans feel better about this recent Pulisic drama.
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August 9, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton, along with the help of Lars Sivertsen dive into their annual pre-season predictions for the upcoming 25/26 Premier League season. (BONUS! Lars' full audio is attached at the end of this audio, and is chaptered) Plus World Cup Nerd - 94 USA and a discussion about FCD/Acosta controversy.
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August 2, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton discuss if Isak will end up at Liverpool, Son coming to America, review "Brady & The Blues" and "Running w/ Wolves, debut a new segment and resurrect an oldy, but goodie: The EatAround (Italy)
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July 26, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton - decide if Bomanti meant to score that game winner for Spain, preview the Women's Euro Final, ask who's big transfer spend is more risky, discuss that Messi-mess, TV ratings, predict World Cup '26 kickoff times, and reflect on "Burn Night".
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July 19, 2025 - Andy Swift & Peter Welpton try to clear up some confusion of the week's FIFA announcement about World Cup ticket sales and get you ready since it's less than a year away. Also, the transfer window looks to promise a quality race in the upcoming Premier League Season and how MLS ended up with those original 1996 ten club brands. Oh, and the worst PK shootout, ever?
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July 12, 2025 - Andy Swift returns from his import soccer business responsibilities and rejoins Peter Welpton to preview the Club World Cup Final and also place judgement on the tournament as a whole. Plus, Andy met Pochettino, who's on the Mt. Rushmore of DFW Soccer and are we excited about another soccer documentary?
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July 5, 2025 - In an attempt to find some Club World Cup Silver Lining, Lars Sivertsen checks in to discuss that enjoyable 2nd half of PSG's win over Bayern, plus some transfer window talk and the truly bummer news of the week. Plus Buzz Carrick is here for some USMNT talk, FCD therapy and we ponder "What does DTID mean to you?"
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June 28, 2025 - It's a KickAround Thruple! Peter Welpton is joined by both Tyler Kern and Daniel Robertson to dig thru all of the soccer happening to us. For starters, the Club World Cup and Gold Cup, and a growning new USMNT concern. Plus, "Name That Tournament Theme Song" and a discussion of the state of DFW soccer options.
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June 14, 2025 - Daniel Robertson returns to fill in for Andy, and with Peter Welpton try to enjoy the beginning of "Summer of Soccer 2025" while also dealing w/ yet more USMNT drama. Jon Arnold checks in to get you ready for the Gold Cup, and we try to get you excited about the Club World Cup. Best of all - DFW's Julian Eyestone, off of signing a new deal at Brentford is in studio with stories to tell.
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May 7, 2025 - Lars Sivertsen checks in with Peter Welpton to address the big, if not expected, news that Spurs has fired Ange Postecoglou. Being the show's resident Spurs' fan, we get Lars' opinions and emotions over this turn of events and who's next.
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May 31, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton once again hold their UCL Final Watching Party! Everyone was there! The Beer! The Food! But the game was a stinker, unless you are a PSG fan. Plus the guys run thru their Premier League Predictions and see how they did. spoiler: "not good"
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May 24, 2025 - The good Tyler Kern is here, with Peter Welpton to help preview the final day in the Premier League and enjoy the warm fuzzies of Sunderland finding their way back. Plus Lars checks in w/ his Spurs feelings, and Jeff Carlisle help sort out all the USMNT drama.
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May 17, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton start with the amazing Crystal Palace win of the FA Cup - its 1st ever major trophy, and then talk with Kent Teague - owner of Leyton Orient who are in a playoff Final. Also Lars calls in to discuss a variety of topics and educated us on Norway Day. Plus, MLS club values and Andy's wonderful Pope/World Cup research!
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May 3, 2025 - With Andy tending to his US Soccer Hall of Fame duties, Daniel Robertson return to fill-in, meaning Andy is here to celebrate L'Pool's PL Championship. So Bob Sturm plays that roll, and well. Plus something never before seen in a soccer game, those UCL semis and a peek at the other big European leagues.
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April 19, 2025 - Peter Welpton is joined by debut guest host, Daniel Robertson to discuss that totally ridiculous United/Lyon midweek thing and hear Lars' thoughts on the Spurs/BodoGlimt tie. Plus Villa's huge win over Newcastle, what kind of trouble has Weston gotten himself into and a debate of what to do when Messi comes to town.
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April 12, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton change up the start with a call to friend of the show, Master Tes (Golazo Channel), who was in attendance the night Declan Rice hit 2x worldlies. Plus catch up on the day in the Premier League, UCL Quarterfinals, and some tv ratings, Messi and Gold Cup talk.
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April 5, 2025 - The good Lars Sivertsen fills in for Andy and he and Peter get into the day's Premier League action, including what seems to be a "never before done" fact in Palace's win. Plus a preview the Champions League quarterfinals and Lars gives his opinion on Pulisic's dismissal of his manager.
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March 29, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton celebrate their 400th episode, and while they planned to have a party, it turned out a USMNT group therapy sesssion was more appropriate. Plus, catching up on the Premier League and Andy explains "What's Going On with Brazil?!?"
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March 15, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton figure out how to get excited over the idea that the only remaining thing to get excited about in the Premier League is the battle for 5th place. Lars Sivertsen returns to sort thru the terrible week of interviews from United's Jim Ratcliff, discuss Liverpool's loss to PSG, and "that PK" from the Madrid Derby. Plus, USMNT returns and "grass talk".
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March 8, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton dig thru the week's numerous stories about the World Cup 2026, "what is the IBC?" and "why Coldplay?". Plus Forest gets a big win over City and Liverpool push their lead.
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March 1, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton have to dig into the numerous talking points of the Cherries' win over Wolves, in FA Cup PKs. Plus Andy has to admit something about Liverpool, USWNT is alright after that loss, a new Law of the Game and Andy went to Spain and eat!
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February 15, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton wonder if the title race is back on with Arsenal's late win and Liverpool's wobble, and the rest of the day's action. Plus what does it mean that USL is launching a "Div 1" league and The Burn get their man and change the mood.
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February 8, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton enjoy an FA Cup weekend by talking to the owner of the little London club that tried to kill off Man City - Kent Teague calls in to give P1's a behind-the-scenes look at their big day. Plus, "? from a P1", MLS hits 30 and Daniel Robertson on SerieA
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February 1, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton celebrate a Premier League "scoring a touchdown", preview the massive Arsenal/City match, take a moment to reflect on another time in American soccer culture and meet Lexi Missimo and Amber Brooks from Dallas Trinity.
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January 25, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton get right to the controversy of the red cards in the Arsenal/Wolves game, if the Bournemouth/Forest game lived up to the hype and did Pep have to throw that poor kid into the fire like that. Plus UCL knock-out bracket confusion and Camp Cupcake review.
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January 18, 2025 - Lars Sivertsen fills in with Peter while Arsenal lose a two goal lead to Villa, marvel at Bournemouth's fantastic run of form and Lars (as a Spurs fan) speaks to Tottenham's current woes. Plus, Jeff Carlisle from ESPN on USMNT January camp.
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January 11, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton switch things up for a FA Cup weekend and talk to several of their soccer friends - Tyler with his B'Liga update, Daniel fills everyone in on Serie A and Buzz tries to explain why FC Dallas appear to be blowing up its roster. Plus a good P1 tells his story of what he has in common with Salah and Rooney.
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January 4, 2024 - It's the return of Andy Swift! He and Peter Welpton dig into the closet competitors to Liverpool drop points, while it lines up for a Sunday punt of United. Plus City are winning again, Newcastle is quietly making its own case, Dallas trading away a big piece and Super Cup idiocracy.
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December 27, 2024 - Master Tes and Steve Davis join Peter to talk thru all of the games that happened over Premier League Boxing Day. Plus a recap on the good and bad of the year in soccer of 2024.
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December 24, 2024 - Peter Welpton & Lars Sivertsen get together to the eventful weekend in the Premier League, discuss Pep's self-harming ways, Saka's injury, Spurs getting tonked by Liverpool, Bournemouth's outstanding form, a debate on what day Jesus was born and quaint Norwegian football stories.
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December 14, 2024 - Peter Welpton is joined by Steve Davis to discuss the surprising turn of events with both Arsenal and Liverpool only managing ties, Villa dropping points to an excellent Forest and previewing Sunday's janky Manchester Derby. Plus some Swiss Model, Winter schedule and FCD roster rebuild discussion.
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Novemeber 16, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton are joined by the great Steve Davis to first talk about the USMNT win over Jamaica, thoughts on how the Potchettino era has started, is DFW about to have too much soccer and all about Steve's amazing Pleasant Grove soccer project.
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November 9, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton pull a truncated episode, but enough time to discuss Brentford's exciting win, City's 4th loss in a row and ask Lars Sivertsen for his perspective of Edu's departure from Arsenal
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November 2, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton recap the day in the Premier League when Arsenal dropped more points, as did City, while Liverpool continue to float to the top. Plus, reaction to United's hiring of "The Hot Young Manager of the Moment"
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October 26, 2024 - It turned out to be a far more exciting day in the Prem than the schedule hinted, so Andy Swift & Peter Welpton recap all the added time goals, preview Sunday's big ARSLIV game, talk Champions League, USMNT and even, "college soccer" (or the future of thereof).
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October 22, 2024 - With the show getting bumped this past weekend, and way too many good things to discuss, Lars Sivertsen joins Peter Welpton to recap the weekend in the Premier League and also get Lars' opinions on recent headlines releated to Klopp and Tuchel.
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October 12, 2024 - Peter Welpton is joined by Master Tes to maximize the international break to catch up and take a look at how each of the four big European leagues are shaping up. ESPN's Jeff Carlisle checks in from ATX, w/ the USMNT and the debut of Pochettino.
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September 28, 2024 - Andy and Peter come to terms with the idea that maybe Chelsea has figured it out, and marvel over the 4-goal-first-half by its star player. Also a tight Arsneal win mixed w/ City dropping points at Newcastle and Liverpool win means its tight at the top. Plus Pulisic is on Italian Fire.
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September 21, 2024 - Lars Sivertsen joins Peter to talk through the day in the Premier League, discuss just how real this idea of a player strike really is, and take a temperature of the 1st week of this new Champions League format.
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Sept 14, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton deep dive into the Pochetino hire as the USMNT manager. Lars Sivertsen joins to talk about Haaland's freakish goalscoring streak, Forest's shocking win, and more. We also learn a new way to say "MLS".
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August 31, 2024 - Andy and Peter do the show from a station event and react to Haaland's 2nd hattrick in a week, Arsenal dropping points to Brighton and previewing Sunday's United/Liverpool game. Plus they discuss the outcome of the Champions League draw and the resulting schedule.
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August 24, 2024 - Andy Swift & Peter Welpton recap big wins from Brighton, Arsenal, Spurs and another HaalandHatTrick. Plus Prof. Andy helps educate on the forthcoming Champions Leauge format change, and Julian Eyestone - Dallas kid now playing for Brentford.
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August 17, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton kick of their 11th Premier League season of coverage w/ big Arsenal, Villa and Liverpool wins while enjoying Ipswich's return and fine effort. Plus USMNT hire Pochettino, what it means and what to expect.
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August 10, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton celebrate and recap the USWNT winning their 5th Gold Medal with the 1-0 win over Brazil. Plus it's our annual Preview Show, w/ Lars Sivertsen on the Premier League, Tyler Kern on the Bundesliga and Master Tes on La Liga.
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August 3, 2024 - Andy Swift & Peter Welpton, with great insight and wit, discuss the Olympic USWNT win over Japan and the USMNT loss to Morocco. Plus, they make a new soccer friend in Trip Neal, owner of Dallas Trinity FC, the new women's pro team launching this month.
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July 27, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton react to the USMNT 4-2 win over New Zealand, how the team is looking and what's next. Plus, the Women's team had a big opening win and how do they look under Emma, and League's Cup is here - does anyone care?
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July 20, 2024 - Look who's back, Andy, who finally gets to give his HSO's on the USMNT manager gig and tell us where exactly he's been for the last two months. Plus Meg Swanick previews the USWNT Olympic team and Joe Lowery shares his expert insight on the Men's side.
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July 13, 2024 - The good Tyler Kern joins Peter Welpton to hash through the firing of Greg Berhalter and who might be the next USMNT manager and ESPN's Jeff Carlisle calls in w/ his reporting on all of it. Plus previes of the Euro and Copa Finals.
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July 6, 2024 - Master Tesfatsion and Peter Welpton sift through the endless amount of soccer happening these days. Lars Siversten checks in to recap England's squeaker vs the Swiss and of course, a LOT of USMNT managerial discussion and debate.
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July 1, 2024 - Master Tesfatsion and Peter Welpton, recorded just moments after the completion of the game, give real-time reactions and observations about the USMNT falling out of the Copa, at the group stage, in a 1-0 loss to Uruguay. Like the result, a messy, all-over-the-place discussion and honest reaction of the moment and what happens next.
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June 29, 2024 - Tyler Kern joins Peter Welpton to fight thru all of the drama and angst that is the US Men's National Team. Jeff Carlise checks in w/ the team in KC. Can Berhalter save his gig, or does anyone really want him to? Also, the Euros have been a blast & a weather delay, in Germany?
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June 27, 2024 - Master Tesfatsion and Peter Welpton wallow in the anguish of the USMNT 2-1 loss to Panama, break down the major issues and what it means for the rest of their Copa and Berhalter's future.
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June 23, 2024 - Master Tes and Peter convene to discuss and reflect on the USA's 2-0 win over Bolivia in the Copa America. What went right and wrong, who played well, or not so well - and looking forward to Panama on Thursday.
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June 22, 2024 - Master Tesfatsion returns w/ Peter Welpton to help "eat the elephant" that is The Summer of Soccer 2024. Dives into how great these Euros have been, and now the Copa America is here. ESPN's Jeff Carlisle joins to provide his coverage and insight into the USMNT.
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June 15, 2024 - Peter Welpton is joined by Master Tesfatsion (@MasterTes) and the good Lars Sivertsen to talk all about Euro2024, Germany's start, that Spain/Croatia game, the upcoming Copa America, USMNT, and pending fun of SoccerSummer24
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June 1, 2024 - Andy Swift and Tyler Kern are on location, hosting a watching party for the UCL Final.
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May 25, 2024 - Andy Swift has to put up with overly celebratory Peter Welpton as United stun the world by stopping the City juggernaut and win the FA Cup. Plus the guy review their PL predictions and talk to Dan Friel from "TST 7v7" tournament to explain the hype and why you should watch.
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May 18, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton call up Tyler Kern to talk about the entertaining final day of the Bundesliga, while also lamenting the likely limp one in the Premier League. Plus, is VAR getting the boot? Jesse got a new job and the "Million Dollar Napkin".
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May 11, 2024 - Andy Swift is back with Peter Welpton, and now we know who are "getting the drop" in the Premier League, all of that mid-week Champions League drama and Dallas is getting a new team. Also, finally, a La Liga correspondent, Master Tasfatstion debuts to talk about Real, Barca and..uh, Girona?
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May 4, 2024 - Lars Sivertsen returns to fill in for Andy, joining Peter to discuss both Arsenal and Man City's wins and the race to the PL finish line. Also a recap of the Champions League semi-final 1st legs and Daniel Robertson ties a bow on another Serie A season.
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April 20, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton are on the road at a local CBD shop to talk all about City's FA Cup Win over Chelsea, Luton's losing ways and the week's drama in Europe. Plus, is America soccer's new "Global Soccer Town?" and why this season for the Burn is, uh not good, Bob.
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April 13, 2024, Andy Swift and Peter Welpton are on location for this episode which looks at the UCL drama, "The co-efficient", results of the day and Steve Bank (@ProfBank) UCLA lw professor and soccer nerd, calls in to help explain the USSF anti-trust lawsuit(s).
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April 9, 2024 - Lars Sivertsen joins Peter to review the results of the Premier League weekend, but also dig into the topics of the ARS/LIV/MCI race, fans preferring chaos, and the frustration over Everton's new points deduction while City remains unscathed.
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March 30, 2024 - The good Lars Sivertsen is back home, but returns to the show to recap his US trip, discuss and review the Premier League day, and preview Arsenal/City. Jeff Carlisle calls in to talk USMNT Copa America expectations and Adam Belz from Scuffed, w/ his observations from the Death Star edition of Dos a Cero. And Andy from Dallas Cup, the best week in DFW.
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March 25, 2024 - The good Tyler Kern grabs the opportunity to talk about his 1st love, "The Yanks" with Peter Welpton as they review, discuss, debate the USMNT three-peat as Nations League Champions - the lows and highs, Gio, Greg, the Chant - all of it here for the soccer lovin' P1
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March 17, 2024 - Lars Sivertsen watched United's FA Cup win over Liverpool at Peter's house and the two were so captivated by the endless list of insane talking points, an emergency pod was produced - here ya go.
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March 16, 2024 - Live from Soccer Spectrum, Andy Swift & Peter Welpton host the in-person Lars Sivertsen. A double-length episode with Premier League, FA Cup, & Champions League talk. Plus we visit w/ our friends who happen to own English clubs, Buzz Carrick on FCD and an EatAround.
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March 9, 2024 - Peter Welpton is joined by friends to help fill in for Andy: Lars Sivertsen to talk about the day in the Premier League and preview the two giant games on Sunday. Meg Swanick w/ USWNT coverage in prep for the Gold Cup Final and Daniel Robertson about how AC Milan has been great for Pulisic.
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March 2, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton look into Liverpool's controversial late win at Forest, and the rest of the day's results in the Premier League. Plus Meg Swanick checks in to report on what's ailing the USWNT, plus more.
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February 27, 2024 - Peter Welpton and Lars Sivertsen discuss any deeper meaning in Liverpool's Cup Final win over Chelsea, Everton's points deduction/reduction, Fulham's earned win at Old Trafford, and Arsenal's case for "don't forget about us!"
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February 17, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton deliver on bonus segments with an interview of Monica Paul of the Dallas Sports Commission - the group responsible for the DFW World Cup bid, a review of Sunderland Til I Die (S3), referee drama and Lars pops on to recap the battle for the Premier League top spot.
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February 10, 2024 - Peter Welpton flies solo, for a live appearance and a short episode. He gives his reaction to the World Cup Final location news, Buzz Carrick from @3rdDegreeNet updates everyone on the Burn's preseason, and a catchup of the day in the Premier League
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February 3, 2024 - Andy Swift & Peter Welpton discuss USWNT Lindsey Horan's criticism of the US soccer fan, did Reyna make the right move to Forest, the Burn spent $10M on a player and 26 goals in 5 PL games!
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January 26, 2023 - The good Lars Sivertsen joins in with Andy Swift and Peter Welpton to react, comment and discuss the stunning announcement by Jürgen Klopp that he will leave Liverpool at the end of this Premier League season.
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January 20, 2024 - Andy Swift & Peter Welpton discuss the excitement over the "World Cup Final is Coming to Dallas" report. Another edition of "Andy's Story Time", the drama in England over financial penalties, 10 goals in 2 EPL games, and the USMNT drops a weird one.
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January 13, 2024 - Tyler Kern returns to fill in with Peter Welpton. Lars Sievrtsen also joins to remember 'der Kiser', Franz Beckenbauer. Also catch up in the Premier League day, how best to buy tickets in England with "Our Guy", a B'Liga catch up, and more.
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January 13, 2023 - This is the full interview of Peter Welpton talking with his friend, "Adam", who has been helping people purchase tickets to games in England for 25 years. A 'How-To' acquire tickets via the three main ways and some pitfalls to avoid. If you heard/liked the clips played during the radio show - this full discussion is a don't miss.
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January 6, 2023 - It's 3rd Round FA Cup weekend, so Andy Swift & Peter Welpton go thru those results, review both Welcome to Wrexham and Billion Dollar Goal, explain why Messi is returning to Dallas and talk with Daniel Robertson about Weston McKennie's growth in Serie A.
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December 30, 2023 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton back together again and catch up on all the Premier League happenings, headlines and recent results of note. Plus, finally get to react to the new Super League reveal, the USOC/MLS drama and list off all the soccer events coming to America.
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December 27, 2023 - Lars Sivertsen joins Peter Welpton to catch up after the Xmas weekend flurry of games and to sort out the big winners and losers. Has Newcastle decided they have a claim now on the Crisis Pillow and have Luton marked a path to staving off relegation?
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December 20, 2023 - A quick update on our programming plan for covering, you, the sweet/clean P1 for the upcoming Xmas Fixture Crunch.
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Saturday, December 9, 2023 - Tyler Kern joins Peter Welpton to talk about Villa's follow up win vs Arsenal, after beating City just a few days ago. Plus, ManUtd's historic loss, Andy Swift calls in from MLSCup and we dive into the 2024 Copa America.
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December 5, 2023 - Lars Sivertsen and Peter Welptonn discuss Sunday's bonkers slate of results (after a rather tepid Saturday) in the Premier League, the one-sided battle of Uniteds and Haaland's sour puss.
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The good Tyler Kern joins to talk about and react to the USMNT games vs Trinidad, and yes, work thru the shocking Dest incident. Beyond that, there was still a lot to discuss and debate. Plus some thoughts on the Premier League's point deduction on Everton and what that means for City.
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Lars checks in from his Motherland to catch up on the weekend's action, including the outstandingly entertaining 4-4 result between Chelsea and City. Plus his perspective as a Spurs fan on their 2-1 loss to Wolves, Newcastle's surprise loss and Everton's surprise (or was it?) win.
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This wasn't a planned episode, but after watching Monday's Tottenham and Chelsea insanity - Lars and Peter just had to talk about it and try and make some sense of what we just witnessed. Amazing stuff.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter react just moments after Newcastle's spicy win over Arsenal, talk w/ Meg Swanick about the significance of the USWNT hiring news, Buzz checks in about the Burn's big game & talk some Wrexham.
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There was too much to talk about, so Lars checks in to discuss "the good" (Villa/Spurs) and "the bad" (Chelsea/United) and the rest of the weekend's action, Jude, Kane and good times at the 9th tier. Buy Lars' book here!
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This is the one where Andy and Peter talk to Lars about the drama surrounding the different ownership news of certain English clubs. Plus Buzz checks in for (Happy!) Decision Day - will The Burn make the playoffs? And they review Beckham!
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This is the one where Andy & Peter react to the ridiculous announcement about how the 2030 World Cup is being planned, McTominay's heroics, preview the big ARSMCI game, and Greg and Gio's couple's counseling.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter return to their "home away from home" Soccer Spectrum and react to the TOTLIV outcome and the fallout of human error. Plus is the '26 World Cup Final really coming to DFW, and Messi means bigger ticket prices - funny how that works.
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Since the radio show was preempted over the weekend, Lars checks in from London to recap the weekend's action in the Premier League, mention his book and Peter discovers a new British full-nudity dating show!
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This is the one where Peter again has to go with the "...and Friends" strategy as Andy remains at large. So, Lars checks in from watching MUNBHA, Meg calls in to talk about the week in USMNT and Daniel gets to yell, "JUVE IS BACK MF'ERS!"
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This is the one where Peter & Friends are on duty. So, it's Bob Sturm w/ PL Talk, Jeff Carlisle at the USMNT game, Humphrey Ker, the "Secret Hero" of Welcome to Wrexham, Buzz w/ a Burn update and from Wylie, TX to teammate of Messi - Victor Ulloa.
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The one where Peter explains the current fate of KA Tuesday and points you to Lars' podcast "The Lars Resort"
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This is the one where Andy & Peter reflect on a very weird day in the Premier League as both Arsenal and ManUnited found themselves down, at home, very early in their games. Plus West Ham's win, Pulisic scored again for Milan and a honest talk about that Saudi Pro League.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter celebrate "the return of Lars!" (who's been writing a book) to talk about Liverpool's win, United's loss and Brighton winning on all fronts. Plus, Tyler Kern on Kane's new German home and a talk about players 'on the take'.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter mark the 9th birthday of show, and the start of its 10th season! The start of the season in the Premier League, big player moves, predictions, Women's World Cup and yeah, Messi was in town.
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Here's the audio from Peter's appearance w/ The Musers to talk about his experience at the epic Messi performance in Frisco.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter return to Soccer Spectrum for a road show, discuss Messi's impending appearance in Dallas, the plight of the USWNT, how Peter turned scalper - and don't look now, but PL starts next week!
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With all the drama happening w/ the Women's World Cup and the US Women's team - why not talk to an expert? Original WC winner, USSF Hall of Famer, Linda Hamilton checks in from Germany with her opinions and observations.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter talk w/ a pair of DFW P1's who also happen to be owners of English soccer clubs! Kent Teague of Leyton Orient, and Drew Volpe of Woking, all about their experiences and opinions. Plus WWC and USWNT stuff!
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This is the one where Andy & Peter have to decide between World Cup and Messi to talk about first. The great, USSF HoF, World Cup Winner, Linda Hamilton joins to the the ladies, Daniel Robertson calls in to talk about cigarettes and yeah, Messi scored a goal.
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This is the one where, "Andy Returns!" from his Gold Cup assignments, so how about some debriefing and honest talk about the USMNT performance. Also Meg Swanick calls in to help preview the Women's World Cup, and yes, Messi.
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This is the one where Andy is still out "doing Gold Cup stuff", so Tyler Kern returns to fill that giant hole in Peter's heart. Lots of transfer window discussion, a great new soccer commercial, and reaction to the USMNT run in the Gold Cup.
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This is the one where Andy is out, so again off the bench is Tyler Kern to talk all about USMNT, help difuse any Gold Cup/Nations League confusion, play "what did Gareth say?" and talk USWNT w/ Meg Swanick.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter get into that week's stunning news of Greg Berhalter's return as manager of the USMNT, and the insanity of the 3-0 win over Mexico. ESPN's Jeff Carlisle joins in from the scene in Vegas.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter are live from Soccer Spectrum for their UCL Final Watching Party! City vs Inter - could it possibly be exciting? Plus lots and lots and lots of "Messi to America" discussion, while also distracted by the aforementioned big game - apologies and YMMV
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This is the one where Andy & Peter quickly discuss the breaking news of Messi's intentions to sign with MLS and play in Miami. There is more to this and it's not a "done deal" - so the guys provide some context and what happens next.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter announce a Champions League Final Watching Party, review their simply awful PL predictions with Lars, discuss the good/bad news of the USMNT, debate "Target Score Time™" and talk with Nick the P1 who was there for Everton's survival match
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This is the one where Andy & Peter dig into Tyler's deep B'Liga misery, swim through Dan's joy over Luton's promotion and navigate Nick's anxiety over being at Everton's critical match. Plus more!
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It's easy to be jaded about City winning it again, but they (potential asterisk aside) are playing magical soccer - Lars and Peter dig into the 3peat and how the table is set for the final weekend in the Premier League
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This is the one where Andy is out and Tyler fills in and along w/ Peter begrudgingly notes that City has, again for the 3rd straight time, "won the league". Plus, USMNT's big get, drama in Germany, and more.
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With Lars back in London the guys discuss how this PL season, after all this anticipation, now looks to be limping to its conclusion - spoiler: City are going to win it again. Plus, Leicester's sad demise and if Chelsea and Uruguay have gotten their new managers right.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter do their normal thing for a bit, but then spend three segments talking with Dallas' own Kent Teague, a P1, who also owns Leyton Orient, the current EFL League 2 champ! This is a "do not miss" conversation!
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Lars checks in from Norway and the guys roll around in the TWENTY ONE goals scored in Monday's PL fixtures, discuss ManUtd's crummy week, Arsenal's great win and that Martin Ødegaard backstory.
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This is the one where Bob Sturm plays the part of Andy for an hour of the show, talks about his beloved Liverpool, discusses the day's results, and insight into his recent (and 9th) #SoccerTrip. Buzz Carrick too! - MLSSeasonPass check-in time.
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Lars continues to check in from his Motherland, Norway, and while has been distracted by fishing - still has the drive to do some soccer-talking! Why that LEIEVE game WAS great, and all the other unusual (even for the Premier League) storylines.
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Lots of Spurs introspection with Lars, from his Norwegian hometown, and what happens now - plus that Chelsea/Poch flirting, ManUtd's FA Cup win, previewing the game we're all waiting for, City and Arsenal, and thoughts on USSF's surprising announcement.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter try and untangle the curious change in Arsenal's run for the title, with their third straight draw. Plus, Daniel Robertson checks in to give an update on why most are wrong about the state of Serie A, and a historic moment for the guys and the USMNT.
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Only a few matches to review, as we help determine if Arsenal have "bottled it" or not. Plus, we get Lars' position on all things being very Spursy, pre-view this week's UCL and marvel at the idea of a Todd Boehly pep-talk
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This is the one where Andy & Peter talk to their friend Josh, who not long ago was 'given' Burnley by the SWoA, and boy has he now had the full experience. Plus a dive into the day's action, Champions League quarter-finals, take note of the attendance changes in Frisco, plus more.
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yeah, a day late - but with a bonus load of top quality content. Lars and Peter discuss how this week's UCL result impacts the title chase, last weekend's results, Burnley's promotion and that Wrexham thing.
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Because we missed KA Tuesday earlier in the week, the radio show is preempted this Saturday and we wouldn't be able to get all this soccer talking off our chests until next week - Lars checks in from his Spanish vacation to talk "What the Frank?" and preview this weekend's wonderful fixture list.
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The good Tyler Kern sits in for Andy (on Dallas Cup duty) and the guys dig into City's dominating win over L'Pool, Arsenal's response and the rest of the very important results in the Premier League. Plus a big match at the top of the B'Liga and Peter's suggestion for who should be the new USMNT manager.
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The good Tyler Kern joins to discuss the USMNT 1-0 win over El Salvador and the team's overall body of work over these last two games. And, should we not be discussing Hugo as an option for the open manager's gig?
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This is the one with a bonus segment! Andy and Peter enjoy the scenes of Argentina's homecoming match, discuss the USMNT win with Meg Swanick, catch everyone up on the unusual state of the Premier League table and yes, talk baseball.
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Wondering what both football journalist and Spurs fan, Lars, thinks about this ongoing Conte drama? Here ya go! Plus relegation fascination and what the hell happened to Fulham?
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This is the one where Andy & Peter discuss Pulisic's much debated comments about the USMNT and Berhalter, the WC'26 format news, Conte's rant and the latest results from the Premier League, 8 goals in two games and more.
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Lars is on the road, battling hotel wi-fi (sorry for some of the choppiness), and he and Peter get into Sunday's results - including Arsenal's continued positive push, that whole Casmerio red card matter and how will this great relegation battle play out? Also the USSF/Claudio/Greg drama gets fully exposed with the release of the report.
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This is the one where Andy and Peter, again, are back in the studio for a live show and start off by discussing the oddity of Liverpool's back-to-back performances and the wonderful race at the bottom of the Premier League. Tyler Kern joins in for B'Liga talk and Peter has an "idea" - uh oh.
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Lars battles through COVID to enjoy "Peter's 0-7 at the hands of Liverpool" suffering, and that's always a good tonic. Plus a run through the rest of the PL weekend, including if Arsenal is "getting away with it", or proving their a team of destiny that "just finds a way"
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No more solo hosting, promise! Lars returns, even if still dealing w/ the 'ick' and the guys dig into Manchester United's 1st silverware in a while, that Palace/Liverpool snoozer, and the ongoing drama that is Chelsea (and Spurs' really, really weird season).
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This is the one where Andy & Peter are back in studio for a live radio show and get to catch everyone up on this season's Premier League relegation battle, what's all the off-field noise over there, it's MLS' 28th season and Meg Swanick checks in to talk USWNT.
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YMMV Warning: This episode is an experiment as Andy and Lars were not available and not wanting to go without, here's Peter, solo, working thru the week's results in the Premier League and giving his reactions to some sampling of MLS Season Pass
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Lars and Peter reluctantly get into the weekend's outrage over VAR and officiating errors. Plus previewing Wednesday's Arsenal/City match, the Saint's sack another manager, and other Premier League headlines
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Lars is ill, Andy is 'tending to his portfolio' and Jesse Marsch got sacked - what a perfect time to have Meg Swanick on since she has made several trips to Leeds and spent a LOT of time reporting on the club. Leeds, Jesse, the open USMNT gig - all that and her tournament-long coverage from Qatar of the World Cup - and then Wrexham. A great episode.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter express surprise at Everton's win over Arsenal and talk with Lars about that "whole Chelsea thing". Plus some UCL preview and why the rest of Europe is mad at the Premier League.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter make their return to "The comfy confines of Saturday 2-4 on The Ticket" for the 1st time since early Nov. So much to discuss: Premier League catchup, USMNT DRAMA!!!, 'what this Copa America'24 deal?' and why any sports fan should care about this new MLS/AppleTV deal.
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Lars & Peter veer off course, right off the bat, to talk Premier League ticket prices - but eventually get to the matters at hand. Lots to discuss, and Lars openly mourns for Frank.
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Lars and Peter catch up after a week's hibernation, and try and figure out who, exactly, is deserving of the Premier League Crisis Pillow. Plus, why exactly does Peter "feel bad" for 1st Place Arsenal?
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When the Hardline wanted to burn a segment discussing Pele, who better than our Andy?
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Imagine Peter's surprise when Jake texted him and asked if he'd come on The Hang Zone to explain the whole silly soap opera that is the USMNT.
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With the radio show getting preempted due to NFL games, and upcoming vacations - here's a super-sized episode you can digest in one 90 minute listen or break it up over the next couple of weeks. Lars & Peter run thru the Premier League table at the halfway point.
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The guys discuss the importance of Pelé in their lives and why he is not just the greatest footballer of all time, but The King.
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Time to get back to the real word - league play resumes so Lars and Peter discuss the Boxing Day action, no matter how weird it feels.
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one month, 64 games, and, what, 30 episodes? - Here we are, Messi has won the World Cup, but getting there was also the greatest Final we've ever seen. Andy, Lars and Peter try to capture the match's magic and a bonus segment of World Cup reflection.
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It's the penultimate show! First off a preview of the ARG/FRA Final, then a discussion of Croatia's 3rd place win over Moracco and then a peek at 2026.
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France have beaten Morocco, and despite the 2-0 scoreline it was an enjoyable watch - mostly because of the African nation's efforts. Plus a quick peak at the weekend's final games
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Messi is in a World Cup Final, and no matter your rooting interest it is kinda hard to root against that idea. Andy, Lars and Peter recap the game, the moments and if the "storybook ending" will see out its final chapter.
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Andy, Lars and Peter dig into Tuesday's CROARG, and Wednesday's FRAMAR - then take some time to discuss the Berhalter/Reyna kerfuffle.
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Probably deserving was to start with Morocco's historic win and advancement, but sometimes when "elephants fight, ants die" - so France's win over England start the show. Plus thoughts on the news of Grant Wahl's death.
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Holy moly, Brazil are out and Argentina tried really hard to do the same. Two unbelievably entertaining endings, PK's and just a bunch of the stuff that makes you love the World Cup!
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With just eight teams left, Andy, Lars and Peter digs in and discuss and predict each of the four teams. Plus a little Berhalter chit-chat.
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Spain are out, again, at the R16! PK's no less! Andy, Lars and Peter talk about that tense match and the surprise of "No Ronaldo" and how that worked out for the Portuguese.
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Brazil runs wild, scores a bunch, and win - while Croatia teaches Japan another harsh R16 lesson.
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Mbappe loves Olivier, Jordan loves Jude - big, somewhat simple days for the 'big nations' - Andy, Lars and Peter review the day and other notes.
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well, "crap in a sock!" - the US loses to the Dutch 3-1, but there's so much more to it than just that. Andy, Lars and Peter discuss the emotions and the realities of how it went down.
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More "3rd Game" Bonkeritis as Group H tried really hard to break the machine. A Knockout Bracket preview, plus a full preview of the USMNT game vs the Dutch.
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Germany are out, AGAIN! Spain thru, but only by the short hairs. Group E was insane and Andy, Lars and Peter discuss it with great fondness. And are torn between busting Lukaku in the sack and feeling sorry for him.
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Well now, Mexico is out! The guys discuss the bonker permutations Group C went thru over the course of two hours, plus the confusing sound of a Danish thud. Messi got thru though!
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After all the nerves and doubt - the USMNT got thru to the knockout round! USA beats Iran 1-0 and Andy, Lars and Peter attempt to put it all into perspective. Plus some looking forward to Saturday morning vs the Dutch.
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The day started so amazingly and ended, no as amazing. We review Matchday 8, but also spend the last 1/3 previewing IRNvUSA and the Yank's "must win" situation.
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Costa Rica helped as best it could in creating CHAOS! Germany tried and almost engage full CHAOS, but we get good Group E insanity anyway - plus just how broken is Belgium and the ageless and amazing Modric "F's" Canada.
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The guys discuss the three BIG moments from this matchday - grown men crying, a hero doing hero stuff and someone coming to take the throne.
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A full-on blast of ENG-USA reaction from Andy, Lars and Peter. So much talking about a game without a goal, but we've only been waiting for so long! Plus how Iran's win over the Welsh change the meaning of Tuesday (IT WAS ALWAYS COMING DOWN TO IRAN, y'all!)
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The guys celebrate THAT goal. O.M.G - what a moment. Brazil win like Brazil does, and Portugal is also on full display - although that's not a compliment. Plus a full segment of ENGvUSA and Andy's WC Trivia! (credit: getty images)
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...And on the 3rd Matchday, we got our second upset! Andy, Lars and Peter break down and discuss Germany's unforeseen loss to Japan, Spain's giant win and Canada's hard lesson.
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The KickAround Trio (Andy, Lars, Peter) figure out if the Saudi's win over Argentina is the biggest upset in World Cup History, plus those less than thrilling middle matches and France's "comeback win" over the Aussies.
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Andy, Lars, and Peter react to and discuss the 1-1 draw between the US and Wales, also England's big blowout of Iran, and the interesting 2-0 Dutch win over Senegal.
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Lars, Andy and Peter get started w/ their daily coverage of the World Cup, starting w/ the opener - Qatar/Ecuador - which was not one to remember. But, lots of discussion on USA/Wales and the other Monday matches (md 1b)
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It's the final pair of groups - G & H - as we feel bad for three teams paired with Brazil and marvel at the diversity of Group H. Our daily wrap-up show starts Sunday 11/20!
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Andy, Lars & Peter dig into Groups E & F, one with two powerhouse nations (Germany and Spain) and the other with those Maple Leafs. Can the Cannucks be a surprise team in the tournament as they were in qualifying?
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for those who missed it, a short seg with George and Junior to answer their World Cup questions
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Andy, Lars and Peter get into Groups C & D, which include the Messi storyline, and the dark-horse team to keep an eye on.
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Andy and Peter are joined by Lars Sivertsen to begin breaking down each of the groups, starting with Groups A & B. The teams, players and predictions of how the two groups will play out.
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Andy & Peter get you ready for Qatar with the 1st in a series of previews, and to start, a primer - or World Cup 101 - for anyone new to critically watching the tournament or just wanting to know more. The history and how it being in Qatar makes for the most unusual Finals to date.
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Lars and Peter dig into the shocking news that Liverpool have put a "for sale" sign out in the yard, and review the weekend's PL action. And talk about the UCL knockout round draw!
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An odd, short episode - pushed to an early Saturday time slot, Peter is joined by Tyler Kern while Andy is at MLS Cup - his 27th - and remaining as one of the few who have been to all of them. Ever. Plus, World Cup injury talk, Premier League action and more.
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Disclaimer - the audio for this isn't great, but as explained in the pod it's down to a new studio we're testing for our WC coverage. Please pardon the mess - Hey look, a special guest on his own pod, ANDY SWIFT!! The trio goes thru the entire weekend of Premier League games, and Lars recounts his visit to Old Trafford for the battle of Uniteds.
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Because college football takes precedence, the show didn't air on Saturday, so, this pod TO THE RESCUE. Lars and Peter discuss the full slate of PL games from the weekend, as best they can. Lars also kindly checks in to see if Peter is "ok" after Dallas' loss in the MLS playoffs.
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Lars and Peter dig into L'Pool's unexpected win over City (how weird is it to say that?) and reconfirm that Arsenal is, in fact, atop the table. Plus the other Sunday PL matchups and Lars answers a listener question about Wrexham & MLS.
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This is the weird one where Andy & Peter did a live KickAround radio show, but early on Saturday and everything was backwards. But it's also the show Dan McDowell came on to help announce the date for the showing of "Victory" just before the World Cup. Lars also checks in to talk about Saturday's PL action and preview LIVMCI.
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Lars and Peter get into that 3-2 Arsenal win over Liverpool and what we now know about both sides. Plus United 2-1 win at Everton, and the rest of the Sunday/Monday action. Finished with Lars embarrasing Peter w/ a very niche Dallas Burn quiz.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter try and figure out a new way to talk about City & Haaland, Pulisic's first start and goal in some time and preview ARSLIV. Plus updates on the World Cup coverage plans, and what is the League's Cup? (credit: Chelsea FC)
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Lars is a good friend and doesn't kick Peter too swiftly in the nether regions over the Manchester Massacre. A deep dive into how much to read into a 6-3 game, plus Lars' opinions on the North London Derby. Oh, and who gets to hold the Crisis Pillow now?
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This is the one where Andy & Peter, just 50 days out from the World Cup, talk about the USMNT depressing recent run, the North London Derby, that WCFinal at JerryWorld Rumor + more. (credit Getty Images)
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Hardline asked Peter to come on and discuss the rumor the '26 WC final will be at AT&T Stadium. Here's the thread posted last Oct explaining the bid and design modifications. Will discuss more about this, w/ Andy, on Saturday's live show!
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Due to an error in the original upload of this week's KATues, we're reposting the correct file for anyone who'd already downloaded the weird "Only Peter Talking to Himself" version, with the one that has all the bits. If you've already heard this, you can skip it.
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(There's a corrected file now that's not just weirdly Peter's voice, sorry about that.) It's the international break! So Lars & Peter dive into the oddities of final "warm-up matches" being played two month before the World Cup - and what do any of these results really mean? Plus immediate post-game reaction to that weird England Germany result, USMNT Q&A and a soccer quiz app (fcquiz.app) gets a recommendation.
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Lars and Peter get into why everyone seems to assume Arsenal are top for just a bit, are Spurs actually the ultimate "Danger Tool", Norge insight in how to stop The Ice Troll and a quick primer on Brighton's new manager
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This is the one where Andy & Peter again have to talk about "The Ice Troll", his goal scoring and how City is "gonna run away with it". Plus why Todd needs to just pipe down, World Cup Bootcamp w/ "Shot Heard 'Round the World" and Tyler with something different from the Bundesliga!
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Since he lives there, Lars' insight and perspective on reasons good and bad for the match postponements might be the dinner of this episode, but his thoughts on Chelsea & Liverpool make for tasty dessert.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter are back together, but don't have any Premier League action to discuss, because the Queen died. That's ok, there's Champions League, that Chelsea mess, Welcome to Wrexham and more still left to discuss.
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It's a Labor Day Special! With Andy still on vacation, and there not being a radio show the past weekend, Lars & Peter are tasked w/ reviewing the previous two Premier League match weeks, including what is certainly the definitive VAR discussion. Plus, remembering that great moment in "Haaland Interpersonal Awkwardness".
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Lars and Peter join forces again to discuss Sunday's games in the Premier League and Lars expresses his HSO's on the weekend's headlines. (art: @CheapPanini)
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This is the one where Peter and Tyler Kern (playing the part of Andy) try and explain the crazy Saturday in the Premier League. Plus, the Bundesliga Bully, World Cup Bootcamp and that Champions League draw! (art: CheapPanini)
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Lars and Peter discuss Monday's 2-1 win for Manchester United over Liverpool, the perfect ending to a truly upside-down weekend in the Premier League. Plus Lars' thoughts on TeamUSA (Leeds) and their upset of Chelsea. (art: @CheapPanini)
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This is the one where Andy & Peter sort out how the Jesus at Arsenal is the same Jesus that was at City, plus all that day's games in the Premier League - plus preview of the ManUtd/Liverpool Monday game. Also Prof Andy holds a wonderful history lesson during World Cup Bootcamp. Buzz Carrick from 3rdDegree.net calls into talk Huntsmen. (art: @CheapPanini)
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It's another of the all-new, pod-only thing! The good Lars Sivertsen reviews Week 2 in the Premier League, focusing on that interesting draw at Anfield, the crumbling tower of Manchester United, Pep's new multi-tool and more.
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Bob tweeted he wanted to talk all about the drama and scenes at Stamford Bridge as two London giants pull hair to a 2-2 - so we dialed him up and pressed "play". (apologies for the poor audio quality)
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This is the one where Andy & Peter - reveal and wallow (respectively) in the shocking 4-0 Manchester United loss at Brentford. Plus review the rest of the day's action, preview a new SerieA season w/ Daniel Robertson and debut "World Cup Bootcamp" to help get you prep'd for this winter's tournament.
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When you think you can't possibly talk any more soccer - here's another hour of soccer talk. Peter and Lars review much of matchweek1, Haaland's massive debut and ManUtd's massive crapping of the bed. This is a trial run of this extra, pod-only content, and very much 'under construction'.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter have to broadcast from different locations, Tyler Kern sits in and everyone enjoys the opening weekend of The Premier League and the Bundesliga. Plus, some insight into the ongoing drama of the costs involved in attending games at this year's World Cup in Qatar.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter hold their annual Premier League Preview and Predictions, and are joined by Lars Sivertsen. They run thru all 20 clubs, trying to figure out how this unusual, World Cup divided, league season will turn out.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter discuss the values (or lack thereof) of the club-friendly, why you should be watching the Women's Euros, talk to Tyler Kern about the Bundesliga, Daniel Robertson about Serie A and get excited about that new Wrexham documentary.
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This is the on where Andy & Peter celebrate the return of Lars Sivertsen, who's recovering from a significant leg - well, just listen, he tells the story. And then after that, it's lots of Lars discussing the Premier League offseason.
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This is the one where Andy & Peter dig further into the transfer window, ask which Premier League club is currently having it best and how it may affect the USMNT. Also, FIFA announces robot VAR for offside decisions, and is this the most obvious match-fixing scandal in soccer's history?
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This is the one where Andy & Peter get into the silly season of transfers which, without any real games going on, are in full flight. What deals have already been agreed, who’s rumored to go where and what is still to happen. Also, the guys review “Ronaldinho, Happiest Man on Earth”, a doc on […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter realize after eight years on The Ticket, the show achieves its 300th episode! To celebrate Andy single-handedly brought the 2026 World Cup to North Texas and he gives a lot of behind-the-scenes info on how that went down. Also, Ticket star, Marconi winner, and good dude – […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter go “all international”. With it being a FIFA window, and one of the few left prior to the World Cup, the guy get into the USMNT win over Grenada (and what you can learn from it, if anything) and other Nations League stuff from around the globe. […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter hop back on the USMNT train to talk about their 3-0 win over Morroco and preview the match against Uruguay. Plus they go back to discuss the rest of the Premier League clubs they didn’t last week and Andy pays his respects to Real Madrid’s – even […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter are back together again for the first time in a while. First to spend some time reviewing their pre-PL season predictions, talking about that last day of the season and the resulting top and bottoms of the table. Then two segments previewing the UCL Final w/ Liverpool […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Peter and Tyler Kern – returning for his 2nd consecutive fill-in appearance – dig into the final day of the Premier Season and the games that will mean something. Also they get into the USMNT roster for the upcoming four June matches, discuss the Equal Pay announcement and the ends […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy and TYLER KERN talk all about Premier League, Serie A (w/ Daniel Robertson) and the Bundesliga, plus some Buzz Carrick w/ FCD stuff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter reflect on the amazing story of Real Madrid’s turnaround of City. Plus catching up on the Premier League, is Seattle the best American club of all time, Tyler Kern w/ Bundesliga stuff, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter catch up with Lars to talk about several Premier League hot topics, continue to enjoy the supreme level of play from City and Liverpool and also talk Serie A with Daniel, Bundesliga with Tyler and discuss this week’s UCL semi-final matchups.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter get tossed into a wind tunnel. Look, apologies upfront for the crap audio quality due to (1) being on remote and (2) the wind. If you can fight thru it, and don’t blame you if you can’t, there’s some good stuff in here about Liverpool and City, […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter go back to the show’s roots – the WORLD CUP! A first hour discussing the USMNT, their group and all eight groups and how this draw differed from pretty much all the previous ones and how it’s also very similar. Also, the Premier League was back so […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter dive into the 0-0 doughnuts between Mexico and the USMNT at the Azteca and look forward to the two games that will decide America’s World Cup fate – Panama and Costa Rica. Jon Arnold also checks in from Mexico City to report on what he saw and […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter pull in Lars Sivertsen to dig into the drama around Chelsea and the ever-changing news on their ownership situation. Also Ronaldo rolls back the clock w/ a hat-trick to beat Spurs and Brenford’s 2nd straight win. That and a review of that PSG-Real Madrid UCL classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter discuss the “Chelsea problem” as related to their owner and the war in Ukraine. Plus, amazement over Newcastle turn in fortunes, that crazy League Cup Final PK drama, Jesse Marsch’s debut for Leeds. They also dig into that Atheltic survey of MLS technical directors speaking anonymously, they […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter discuss the shifting headlines about Spurs & Leeds – who not only played each other, but also have curious managerial matters of concern. Plus it’s the start of another Major League Soccer season and the opener for Dallas. Also a discussion on how the Russia/Ukraine war has […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter talk about Chelsea’s world domination, the history of the World Cup Cup, and try to figure out why no one really seems to want to sit in 4th place in the Premier League, so they turn to Lars for answers. Also, Tyer Kern describes the “Bundesliga Surprise” […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy explains to Peter just how this new global powerhouse – Canada – is going to win the World Cup later this year. Plus, all the day’s action and magic of the FA Cup and the pending introduction of “robot VAR” for offside – yes, it’s a real thing!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter finally get to do a live two-hour (plus!) show for the first time in well over a month. To celebrate they break out all the friends! Jon Arnold to talk CONCACAF WCQ’s, Lars Sivertsen to talk Premier League, Buzz Carrick to let on WTF is happening w/ […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter again only get an hour to stuff in as much as they can. First up that race for 4th & relegation in the Premier League and a quick discussion if the USSF did the right thing in how they scheduled this 3 game WC qualifying round that […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter return to live radio broadcasting in a month’s time. The same programming commitments that have bumped the show of late are also the reason this only goes one hour. But in that short time, the guys try and cram in a catch-up on what’s up w/ the […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy is still recovering from all his Christmas feasting so Peter conjures up Lars Sivertsen, live from London, to run thru Monday’s (not so) surprising Newcastle/ManUtd draw and the rest of the Boxing Day results.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Author of 11 books, including much revered, “Inverting the Pyramid”, Jonathon Wilson (@jonawils) covers the game for The Guardian and possesses an encyclopedic level of understanding of the game. His latest book, the novel “Streltsov” is available now. This is the full interview, a portion of which was aired during episode #281.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter get a surprise live broadcast opportunity, are back in the studio, ready to talk soccer – and COVID cancels a pile of matches. They forge ahead anyway and get Daniel Robertson in to talk Serie A, and tell a great story about “Buffon smoking on a plane”, […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy checks in live from Portland as he’s attending his 26th MLS Cup and we talk to him prior to the match and post-match for his reactions. And despite claiming that Peter would talk Premier League w/ Lars, our guy turned up ill and wasn’t able to join – so […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter are back LIVE for the first time in a bit, and therefore call on all their friends. Lars with his insight and reporting on the new ManUtd hire, Tyler with the latest from Germany, and Daniel explains what shenanigans Juve is again up to.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy misses out on getting to watch Peter boil in his own ManUtd misery. Ole is out. Sacked! And to help sort out the aftermath is Lars Sivertsen (fellow Norge) and what follows is a very lengthy, 40+ minute discussion of what transpired and what’s next. Fear not, the rest […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy is missing so Peter calls on his friends, Buzz Carrick and Steve Davis to discuss the 1-1 result for the USMNT down in Jamacia. Where the ReggeBoyz CONCACAF’d on that disallowed goal, who’s stock was up/down over this two-game window, how did Pepi show for himself? All that and […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter are joined by Will Parchman to discuss the amazing 6th volume in the book of “Dos a Cero”. The Americans do it again, besting Mexico by a 2-0 score and finding themselves atop the group. What does this all mean? How awesome is Weston? Why is Taylor […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter get ready for the best part of USMNT fandom – US/Mex World Cup Qualifying – happening Friday. Plus the guys discuss the weekend’s action in the Premier League, the fact that is now officially “sacking season” (RIP Daniel Farke) and City’s domination in the Manchester Derby. Plus […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter catch up with Lars to find out if beating Spurs somehow saved Olé gig, or is he just a dead man walking. Plus, the other half of Manchester didn’t have a very good week either, Liverpool got caught up as well, but Chelsea purrs along. A segment […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter pull in Lars to provide some insight into the Newcastle takeover by Saudi Arabia and the reality that a bi-annual World Cup is now more likely to happen than ever imagined. Also a preview of the ManUtd/Liverpool Sunday matchup, Daniel checks in with some great Serie A […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter return to LIVE radio broadcasting just in time for the restart after an international break. A full slate of Premier League action starting with the garbage fire that has become ManUtd, and Liverpool’s return to a fully operational machine of soccer destruction. Plus, Tyler Kern checks in […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter go old school, just the two of them, reviewing this last week in USMNT World Cup Qualifying drama. Are two wins and a loss, “good enough”? Did anyone change their minds, on either side of the Berhalter fence? The show returns, LIVE, this Saturday (10/16) at 2 […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy is busy doing soccer business stuff and college football has bullied its way into our time slot – which means there was no broadcast show this week. So, to keep the promise to the good P1’s to talk soccer – Peter holds a lengthy review of the weekend’s action […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter wonder if matches between league leaders which become tactical battles are boring, enjoy how Villa’s keeper drilled right into Bruno’s head and other thoughts in Premier League action with Lars Sivertsen. Tyler Kern checks in to catch us up on Bundesliga and joins in on the talk […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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“USMNT Striker” Ricardo Pepi called into the station’s big boy, PM Drive show, “The Hardline” with Corby Davidson and Bob Sturm to talk about his rather amazing last couple of months.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter return from the international window to find themselves caught up in Ronaldo’s return debut brace for ManUtd. Plus a look back at the crazy week that was USMNT and Ricardo Pepi. Plus Daniel Robertson with SerieA and Tyler Kern to catch us up on the Bundesliga.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter breathe a giant sigh of relief as our very own Pepi saves the USA’s ass in Honduras. 4-1 and a win on the road salvages what was shaping up to be a Courva-esque low point for the USSF. The guys are joined by Buzz Carrick and ESPN’s […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter (aka: Canada vs US) are joined by Tyler Kern and Buzz Carrick to discuss the 1-1 draw in Nashville. How freaked out should US fans be and is Andy a just gleeful Maple Leaf flying high? Is any US player showing well? What the hell is going […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter somehow attempt to cram in way too much soccer talking into way too few segments. Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United, Pepi’s announcement to play for the USMNT, the VAR Drama of LIVCHE, Arsenal’s wheel’s flying all over the place + Tyler Kern w/ Bundesliga and Daniel Roberson […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter begin, officially, talking SerieA by enlisting Daniel Robertson as their correspondent. Daniel arrives with alarming Weston McKennie news and some insight into what will occur with Ronaldo’s place at Juve. Plus all the Premier League coverage you love and they catch up on Ted Lasso season 2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one that marks the start of the 8th Season of The KickAround! Andy & Peter dive right into the start of the new Premier League season with Lars and take note of FCD’s recent turn of fortunes. And, some spinning of the SWoA. Don’t forget to go shop at Soccer90.com and use […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter hold their annual Prime Time Preview of the new season that begins this weekend. Lars Sivertsen checks in with an overview of the Premier League, Tyler Kern returns to help with the Bundesliga and Daniel Robertson debuts to guide us into SerieA. Plus we end with our […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter discuss the surprising start for the USWNT at the Toyko Olympics and how a star-studded team could get off to such a crummy start. Plus, the Premier League and other European league starts are just around the corner, the USMNT is playing in DFW, the crew reviews […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter take time to reflect on Italy’s big win over England and Messi’s (finally) 1st piece of hardware with his motherland, Argentina. Plus Andy has an interesting idea on how to do the World Cup different, and sadly, “we need to talk about FC Dallas”….See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter gleefully preview BOTH the Copa America (Brazil v Argentina) and the Euro2020 (Italy v England) Finals. After talking Messi v Neymar, their good friend Lars joins in from London to help discuss and predict how the European tie will go and Jon Arnold joins from Deep Ellum […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter have to play “Euro2020 Catchup” because so much had happened since the last show, not to mention the fact ENGUKR was happening live while broadcasting this episode. Plus Copa talk on the heels of Andy’s motherland falling to Brazil and Buzz calls in to talk Dallas selling […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter continue to discuss the Euro2020 and Copa America tournaments, especially the former since it has moved into the knock-out rounds and featured an early surprise. Plus Peter reveals an odd dream and Andy discusses why World Cup 2026 should be of particular interest to DFW.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter gawk at Hungry’s Hungary’s accomplishment against France, try and hammer out why England continues to shoot itself in the foot. Plus a review of how Peter’s predictions of Euro2020 are going, Andy talks up the Copa America and some USMNT talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter have to shift gears because just a bit before the start of the show the Christen Eriksen medical emergency happened and were not clear as to what his condition was. But international tournaments are happening and there was soccer talking to be done. Plus USMNT team big […]See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is the one where Andy & Peter review their pre-season predictions with the good Lars Sivertsen, who also reviews his. Who did better?!? Also w/ Lars, two really good segments breaking down the Euro2020(1) that begins this coming Friday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.