Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast
Episodes
Outrage over 2026 World Cup ticket prices & the impact on USMNT fans (Soccer 12/18)
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola tackle the thorny issue facing USMNT fans ahead of the World Cup: how far can the average supporter reall...
Jedi returns, Adams suffers injury setback, Poch's No 10 headache (Soccer 12/16)
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Soccer Injury Gods giveth and taketh away. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss the good and the bad from a weekend of American pla...
Balo, Pepi & McKennie light up UCL | Senegal friendly confirmed | World Cup roster projection (Soccer 12/11)
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Americans shining on Europe's biggest stage. You love to see it! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi ...
No layups in Group D | World Cup benchmarks | Pulisic's flu game | Messi wins MLS Cup (Soccer 12/9)
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The USMNT isn't alone in feeling good about Group D. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola discuss how Australia and Paraguay reacted to the Wor...
USMNT get Paraguay, Australia & UEFA side in Group D | World Cup Draw 2026 | Instant Reaction
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jumping for joy or cautiously optimistic? Either way, it could’ve been much worse. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT...
USMNT friendlies confirmed | World Cup draw scenarios | Vancouver's American influence (Soccer 12/4)
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's World Cup draw eve and the CIWYW crew is pumped! Charlie Davies and Tony Meola react to the Stars and Stripes locking in friendlies against fello...
Pochettino lets loose, World Cup draw pots & procedures, Tyler's wonder goal (Soccer 12/2)
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a massive week on Call It What You Want as Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola gear up for Friday’s World Cup draw. With the entire ...
Who partners Pulisic? | Coaching in MLS vs. Europe | Can Messi be stopped? (Soccer 11/25)
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa are back to unpack a jam-packed weekend on both sides of the Atlantic. After missing the USMNT’s No...
“Regular players”? Poch isn't having it | USMNT roster locks | Chaos in Concacaf qualifiers (Soccer 11/20)
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Marcelo Balboa tie a bow on the USMNT’s dominant international break, and shoot down suggestions that beating Para...
Freeman & Berhalter shine in BIG win for Poch's boys | USMNT vs. Uruguay recap & reaction (Soccer 10/18)
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What did we just witness?! The USMNT close out 2025 with a signature win with a 5-1 demolition of Marcelo Bielsa's Uruguay. Jimmy Conrad is joined by ...
Is Reyna our James? | USMNT fighting spirit | Poch vs. Bielsa | USA vs. Uruguay Preview & Predictions (Soccer 11/17)
17 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies keep the November window rolling with a full preview of the USMNT’s final match of 2025 - a friendly against South A...
Reyna back with a bang in feisty friendly | USMNT vs. Paraguay Recap & Reaction (Soccer 11/16)
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gio Reyna took his start and ran with it! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the mercurial playmaker's statement performance afte...
Pulisic endorses Reyna + Pochettino's lineup options | USMNT vs. Paraguay Preview & Predictions (Soccer 11/13)
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola are back to preview Saturday’s showdown with Paraguay! Before diving into the matchup, the guys react t...
Tyler Adams out for November friendlies, don't trash talk the GOAT, MLS' most impactful summer signings (Soccer 11/11)
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Another week, another twist in the USMNT’s World Cup buildup! Mauricio Pochettino has called up Timothy Tillman to replace Tyler Adams and Sean Zawa...
Reyna returns, McKennie & Richards don't | USMNT November roster reaction (Soccer 11/6)
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gio Reyna headlines Mauricio Pochettino’s final USMNT squad of 2025 as Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies break down a surprising 25-man roster to face...
Crystal Palace bemoan USMNT minutes, how to fix the MLS playoff format, good & bad news for USL (Soccer 11/4)
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does Mauricio Pochettino owe it to clubs to limit American players’ international minutes? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss Oliv...
Gio Reyna not taking "all the blame" for 2022 World Cup fallout | MLS biggest spenders | USL Championship Playoffs (Soccer 10/30)
30 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola get straight into it by welcoming Hartford Athletic head coach Brendan Burke ahead of the USL Championshi...
No USMNT January camp before 2026 World Cup (Soccer 10/28)
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to the news that US Soccer won't hold a January camp in 2026 (05:53). Is it a big deal or does Maur...
Dest benched, Pepi delivers, Balo shines - Americans in UCL recap, the future of college soccer, MLS Playoff Power Rankings (Soccer 10/23)
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola kick things off with a look at the USMNT crew in Champions League action this week (05:16). It was a mixe...
Decision Day drama, Playoff picks & the CIWYW's MLS 2025 Awards! (Soccer 10/21)
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down Folarin Balogun’s game-changing heroics for Monaco as he makes an instant impression on new ...
USMNT vibe check, World Cup roster rankings, Pulisic injury fallout, Poch loves Roldan (Soccer 10/16)
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola close out the international break by ranking every player from the USMNT’s October roster based on thei...
Wright & Roldan power USMNT to victory | USA vs. Australia Instant Recap & Reaction (Soccer 10/14)
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT’s spirited 2-1 comeback win over Australia, a feel-good finish to the October wind...
Poch's culture club & why Balogun should get the start | USMNT vs. Australia Preview & Predictions (Soccer 10/13)
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies preview the USMNT’s friendly against Australia, but get things started by reacting to the U.S. crashing out of the U...
Balogun shines in best USMNT game of Poch era | USA vs. Ecuador Instant Recap & Reaction (Soccer 10/10)
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT’s 1-1 draw against Ecuador in Austin, where Folarin Balogun’s late equalizer cap...
Tanner Tessmann joins from camp + USMNT personnel & tactical options | USA vs. Ecuador preview & predictions (Soccer 10/9)
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola gear up for the USMNT’s upcoming friendly against Ecuador! Midfielder Tanner Tessmann stops by from cam...
Pochettino delivers strong message & USMNT players with most to gain in October camp (Soccer 10/7)
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola dive into Mauricio Pochettino’s latest USMNT roster and the coach’s blunt stance on player communicat...
Benjamin Cremaschi on captaining the U.S. U-20s & lessons from Sergio Busquets (Morning Footy)
06 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy...
USMNT October roster reaction: Midfield question marks, Pulisic as MVP & McKennie’s role (Soccer 10/2)
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and The Athletic’s Paul Tenorio break down Mauricio Pochettino’s 26-man USMNT roster for the October camp (02:32). The guys spotlight...
Christian Pulisic MVP watch & Alejandro Zendejas joins CIWYW! (Soccer 9/30)
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christian Pulisic is on fire for AC Milan, Alejandro Zendejas is tearing it up for Club América. Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola debate whether Pulisic i...
USMNT October roster projection, Poch's strongest XIs, U20 World Cup preview (Soccer 9/25)
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola get straight to brass tacks ahead of the October camp, projecting Mauricio Pochettino’s 26-man roster f...
Pulisic's European legacy, USMNT’s greatest ever exports, & Ashley Cole joins the show! (Soccer 9/23)
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down Christian Pulisic’s latest heroics for AC Milan (5:50) and dive headfirst into the debate: i...
Weah’s Bernabéu goal & USMNT role, Pepi struggles, Musah concerns, Reyna vs. Tillman (Soccer 9/18)
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the week’s Champions League through an American lens. Ricardo Pepi and PSV stumbled out of t...
Josh Sargent on Norwich connection, USMNT & Pochettino (Morning Footy)
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy...
Americans in UCL: Pepi vs. Balogun & McKennie, Musah & Johnny on USMNT redemption tour (Soccer 9/16)
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola dive into a packed week of American soccer storylines. With the UEFA Champions League underway, can midfi...
Ivan Rakitic Exclusive: Croatia's secret sauce, Modric’s influence, Barca's Messi era, advice for USMNT players (Soccer 9/11)
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome in Croatian legend and Hajduk Split Technical Director Ivan Rakitic for an unmissable conversatio...
Zendejas & Balogun score, Poch goes with back 3 | USMNT vs. Japan recap & reaction (Soccer 9/9)
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola recap the USMNT’s 2-0 win over Japan, a much-needed morale boost sealed by goals from Alejandro Zendeja...
Pochettino’s experiments backfire in 2-0 loss | USMNT vs. South Korea recap & reaction (Soccer 9/6)
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
immy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola recap a flat 2-0 defeat for the USMNT in New Jersey, where Heung-min Son torched the Americans with a goal...
Roldan called into camp, Uruguay reports, what to expect from Son & co. | USA vs. South Korea preview & predictions (Soccer 9/4)
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola gear up for Saturday’s friendly between the USMNT and South Korea with a jam-packed preview. But first,...
World Cup auditions begin, American transfer stock watch, Balogun's good week, Inter Miami flame out (Soccer 9/2)
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola kick off a high-stakes international window as USMNT hopefuls fight for their World Cup futures (03:00). ...
Balogun joins camp, Poch stokes MLS vs. Europe flames, Paxten joins the show! (Soccer 8/28)
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola break down the September USMNT roster, highlighted by Folarin Balogun’s inclusion (03:18) but clouded by...
Pulisic back in, McKennie left out in USMNT September roster shake-up | Instant reaction (Soccer 8/26)
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola dive into the stunning list of names composing the USMNT's roster for September’s friendlies against South Korea and Jap...
USMNT September roster projection, Paxten Colorado Bound, MLS Transfer Window Grades (Soccer 8/21)
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
US Soccer will honor Michael Bradley ahead of the South Korea friendly, but what about the fans? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola debate t...
Sargent's USMNT goal drought explained, Americans in Serie A, Leagues Cup QF preview (Soccer 8/19)
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola shine a light on the juxtaposition of Josh Sargent's club vs. country form (08:07). Has the Norwich strik...
USMNT: Player expectations for new EPL campaign (Soccer 08/14)
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy, Charlie and Big Tones dive into the latest USMNT News and discuss Americans abroad taking part in the upcoming English Premier League season wh...
Chris Richards Lifts Another Trophy | Reyna’s Dortmund Dilemma (Soccer 08/12)
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the show today, the group discusses Chris Richards lifting another trophy, Reyna’s Dortmund dilemma & USMNT Injury Concerns. Call It What You Wa...
Americans in the Championship PREVIEW | Patrick Agyemang Intv. (Soccer 08/07)
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola preview the American players in the England Champions this season. Which #USMNT player will shine in England's most grueli...
Damion Downs joins the show, Weah nears Marseille, and Vermont Green make history (Soccer 8/5)
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Damion Downs joins Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola to talk about his move to Southampton, his Gold Cup experience, and the USMNT teammate he’s closest w...
Leagues Cup 2025: Progress or Patch Job? | Müller & Son to MLS? | Inter Miami land RDP! (Soccer 7/29)
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Leagues Cup returns with a new format, but is it better than before? And should the tournament be held every year? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, a...
Reyna-issance in Italy: Gio eyes Parma revival, Cavan set for Man City preseason (Soccer 7/22)
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is Gio Reyna headed for Serie A? Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies welcome on Marco Messina to dive into the USMNT midfielder’s rumored move to Parma ...
Pulisic is still the guy, Sargent & Reyna transfer talk, Club World Cup takeaways (Soccer 7/15)
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola run through the gambit of USMNT storylines. First up, Ecuador and Australia have been announced as Octobe...
Tyler Adams praises USMNT mindset as World Cup selection battle intensifies (Soccer 7/11)
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
USMNT midfield mainstay Tyler Adams joins Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola for an in-depth conversation following the Gold Cup. Tyler refl...
Lyon's great escape, USMNT transfer talk, World Cup vs. summer heat (Soccer 7/10)
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lyon's reprieve could spell bad news for Crystal Palace. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome Ligue 1 expert Tom Williams to discuss L...
Next steps under Poch, Gold Cup tiers ranking, World Cup captain candidates (Soccer 7/8)
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Only five international windows remain for the Red, White, and Blue to tune up for the big dance next year. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meo...
USMNT fall to Mexico in Gold Cup Final | Instant Reaction & Recap (Soccer 7/6)
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The U.S. men’s national team came up short in Houston, losing 2-1 to Mexico in the Gold Cup final, the last competitive match either side will play ...
El Tri... we meet again! | USMNT vs. Mexico | Concacaf Gold Cup Final Preview & Predictions (Soccer 7/3)
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Houston, we have a showdown! Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola discuss Mexico's Gold Cup campaign ahead of Sunday's title game against the United States. Id...
Luna’s Brace Sends USMNT to Gold Cup Final | USA vs Guatemala Recap & Reaction (Soccer 7/2)
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT’s nervy 2-1 win over Guatemala to book a ticket to the Gold Cup final. Diego Luna’...
Freese heroics, Agyemang's projection, Poch's subs - USMNT vs. Guatemala - Gold Cup semifinal preview (Soccer 7/1)
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola look ahead to Wednesday's Gold Cup semifinal against Guatemala. Matt Freese is having a moment after his PK heroics (06:22...
Matt Freese comes up clutch as USMNT survive shootout thriller | USA vs. Costa Rica - Gold Cup quarterfinal recap & reaction (Soccer 6/29)
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola react to the USMNT’s dramatic penalty shootout win over Costa Rica to book a place in the Gold Cup semif...
Eddie Pope talks U.S. defenders | USMNTers on the move? | No room for Musah at Milan (Soccer 6/26)
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the latest USMNT transfer buzz - Johnny Cardoso reportedly on his way to Atlético Madrid (05:...
Sebastian Berhalter on USMNT's Gold Cup run, working with Poch, father's influence on his game (Morning Footy)
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy...
Next up, Los Ticos! USMNT vs. Costa Rica - Gold Cup quarterfinal preview (Soccer 6/24)
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola take a stroll down memory lane to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the USMNT’s 2005 Gold Cup triump...
USMNT finish Group D with perfect record and imperfect performance | USA vs. Haiti | Gold Cup recap (Soccer 6/22)
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Malik Tillman continued his scoring streak and Patrick Agyemang sealed it late as the USMNT beat Haiti 2-1 to close out the Gold Cup group stage with ...
USMNT punch ticket to Gold Cup quarterfinals | Saudi Arabia vs. USA instant recap & reaction (Soccer 6/20)
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Richards’ towering header sealed a 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia to send the USMNT through to the Gold Cup knockouts. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies...
Continuity or Experimentation? - USMNT vs. Saudi Arabia Gold Cup Preview & Predictions (Soccer 6/17)
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT’s next Group D opponent: a vulnerable Saudi Arabia side that narrowly escaped with...
USMNT demolish Trinidad and Tobago to open Gold Cup | Instant Recap & Reaction (Soccer 6/15)
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The USMNT snapped a four-game losing streak in emphatic fashion to kick off their Gold Cup campaign with standout performances from Malik Tillman, Die...
Christian Pulisic breaks his silence on skipping Gold Cup, facing criticism & USMNT mentality and more (Soccer 6/12)
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
USMNT and AC Milan star Christian Pulisic joins Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola to talk about his decision to skip this summer’s Concac...
Ring the Alarm: USMNT in crisis after 4th straight loss | USA 0-4 Switzerland Recap & Reaction (Soccer 6/10)
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With just a year to go before the 2026 World Cup, the USMNT suffered a brutal 4-0 loss to Switzerland - marking a fourth straight defeat for Mauricio ...
USMNT fall 2-1 to Türkiye - Pochettino loses third straight game | Instant Recap & Reaction | CIWYW(Soccer 6/7)
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The USMNT took an early lead against Türkiye but fell 2-1 in their third straight loss under Mauricio Pochettino - the team's worst streak since 2015...
Dest out for Gold Cup, USMNT vs. Türkiye Preview & Predictions (Soccer 6/5)
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to a 26-man Gold Cup roster that doesn't include Sergiño Dest or Zack Steffen (04:50). With so ma...
Balogun to miss Gold Cup, Poch talks player priorities, can MLS teams hang in Club World Cup? (Soccer 6/3)
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The international window is officially upon us! Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies talk some coaching carousel news - congrats, Benny Feilhaber! - and t...
Rest vs. Responsibility, Johnny's ceiling, Concacaf's $10m game, Vancouver on the cusp of history! (Soccer 5/29)
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola unpack a busy week for the USMNT and Concacaf. The guys weigh in on Jedi Robinson undergoing surgery and ...
Poch’s cultural shift, Gold Cup roster fallout and Musah’s season grades (Soccer 5/27)
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola revisit their Gold Cup roster locks to see how wrong they got them (04:34)! Christian Pulisic’s omissio...
Pulisic & Jedi off USMNT roster for pre-Gold Cup friendlies (Soccer 5/22)
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Christian Pulisic and Antonee Robinson headline the USMNT absences for June’s friendlies, but they’re not the only ones. Tony Meola and Benny Feil...
Americans lift trophies in Europe, USMNT drops Gold Cup preliminary roster, Sweet 16 time in U.S. Open Cup! (Soccer 5/20)
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tony Meola and Benny Feilhaber take the reins of the show - and there’s plenty to talk about. The USMNT drops its 60-man preliminary Gold Cup roster...
Mael Corboz: The American Captain Leading Underdogs Arminia Bielefeld to the DFB-Pokal Final (Soccer 5/19)
19 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Arminia Bielefeld captain Mael Carboz joins the show to reflect on his side's fairytale run past five Bundesliga teams to the DFB-Pokal final and his ...
Tyler Adams talks USMNT mentality shift & Bournemouth's rise (Morning Footy)
17 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy...
USMNT Gold Cup Roster Locks REVEALED & Legendary Designer Weighs in on New Kit! (Soccer 5/15)
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies react to the USMNT’s newly announced friendlies against South Korea and Japan (03:57). Christian Pulisic fell short ...
Americans Abroad Team of the Season! Pulisic, Cardoso, Jedi + More (Soccer 5/13)
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies talk everything from practice players to the Coppa Italia final to a brand new MLS beef! Has the USMNT ship sailed for...
Jürgen Klinsmann on Pochettino, foreign coaches, American culture & the Donovan decision (Soccer 5/8)
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former USMNT head coach Jürgen Klinsmann joins Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola for a wide-ranging conversation on the past, present, and...
McKennie goes from expendable to essential, Dike's World Cup dream, USMNT central midfield depth chart (Soccer 5/6)
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Big news out of Turin: Weston McKennie is reportedly set to sign a contract extension with Juventus that would make him one of the club’s highest pa...
Whitecaps Fly High, Messi Slowing Down, Berhalter for the Gold Cup? | Concacaf Champions League reaction (Soccer 5/1)
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down Vancouver Whitecaps’ emphatic win over Inter Miami that sends them to the Concacaf Champions...
Wrexham’s Rise and the Pro/Rel What-If for U.S. Soccer (Soccer 4/29)
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola tip their hats to Josh Sargent for earning a spot in the EFL Championship Team of the Season — and dive...
Pochettino Wants Character, Bruce Wants an American (Soccer 4/24)
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mauricio Pochettino says talent alone won't get you called into the USMNT roster - and Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola are here to unpack...
Brenden Aaronson and the Promotion Paradox | Drop-Off After Jedi | Poch's Recruitment Responsibility (Soccer 4/22)
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Leeds United are heading back to the Premier League! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola are joined by Yorkshire Evening Post’s Joe Donnohu...
MLS Enters the Chat: U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 Draw (Soccer 4/17)
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The magic of the U.S. Open Cup is back—and the Round of 32 draw did not disappoint. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the bigg...
Italian betting probe: Should McKennie be worried? | Reyna's next move | USMNT No. 10 depth chart (Soccer 4/15)
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies are joined by The Athletic’s James Horncastle to break down the latest on the illegal betting investigation involvin...
USA grouped with Saudi Arabia, Trinidad & Tobago and Haiti | Concacaf Gold Cup draw reaction (Soccer 4/10)
11 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup draw is in the books, and the USMNT has learned its group stage opponents. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola bre...
Luis Robles explains MLS Next's quality of play rankings to the skeptics (Soccer 4/8)
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome MLS Next Technical Director Luis Robles to the show to unpack the newly-unveiled Quality of Play ...
"Cookies for Nice Passes?" – Tab Ramos on USMNT, Over-Coaching, Youth Development, & More (Soccer 4/3)
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome USMNT icon and Hall of Famer Tab Ramos for a deep dive into the trajectory of the national team a...
Nice Guy Pulisic, Turner benched, USMNT strikers & the lost art of hold-up play (Soccer 4/1)
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss Americans returning to club action. What do Johnny Cardoso, Brenden Aaronson, and Josh Sargent's ...
BREAKING: Peter Vermes FIRED as Sporting KC head coach | Instant Reaction (Soccer 3/31)
31 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and friend of the pod Tom Bogert react to the breaking news out of MLS - Peter Vermes is out as Sporting Kansas City's h...
USMNT Goalkeeper & Centerback Depth Charts, Jesse to Blame for Alphonso Davies' Injury? (Soccer 3/27)
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola discuss whether Mauricio Pochettino should consider benching or even dropping some of the USMNT's key pla...
What USMNT Needs to Change Before 2026 World Cup | Concacaf Nations League Fallout & Takeaways (Soccer 3/25)
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies try to put the world to rights after a bitterly disappointing Concacaf Nations League campaign by the USMNT. Nothing i...
USMNT lose to Canada, finish last in Concacaf Nations League Finals | Recap & Reaction (Soccer 3/23)
24 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The CIWYW crew have more questions than answers after witnessing the United States men's national soccer team fall 2-1 to Canada in the Concacaf Natio...
We NEED to see FIGHT! | USMNT vs. Canada preview | Concacaf Nations League Finals (Soccer 3/22)
22 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the eve of the Concacaf Nations League Final, but the reigning champions won’t be there. Instead, the USMNT is left fighting for third place—...
Concacaf Nations League Finals: USMNT’s Reality Check & Mexico’s Statement | Commentary Team Takeover (Soccer 3/21)
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After calling the USMNT's shock defeat to Panama on Thursday night, Chris Wittyngham and Tony Meola debrief to discuss what went wrong for Mauricio Po...
Panama Ends USMNT's Four-Peat Plan | Concacaf Nations League Recap & Reaction (Soccer 3/20)
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Conrad and special guest host Jonathan Bornstein pick over the wreckage of the USA's disastrous night at SoFi Stadium, losing 1-0 to Panama. Chr...
Call It What You Want LIVE from LA! | USMNT roster replacements, Poch embraces MLS, USL votes for Pro/Rel, more! (Soccer 3/20)
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
On the eve of the Concacaf Nations League semifinals, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola do the show in front of a live audience for the fir...
Interview: Paul McDonough on USL's adopting Promotion & Relegation (Morning Footy)
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy ...
USMNT vs. Panama - Concacaf Nations League Semifinal Preview & Predictions (Soccer 3/17)
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The CNL Finals are finally upon us! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola kick off a full week of coverage by recapping the weekend that was fo...