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A soccer podcast hosted a group of friends who are die-hard Columbus Crew fans. Based around Major League Soccer and YOUR Columbus Crew! Find us on X, Bluesky, and Instagram: @4TheCrewPodcast
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The World Cup is officially underway, and the USMNT could not have asked for a much better start.Matt and Gabe are joined by Sam from "Soccer With Sam" to talk through the first few days of World Cup action before diving deep into the United States’ 4-1 win over Paraguay. We break down what went right for the USMNT, who stood out, how the attack clicked, why this is historic, and why this performance should give fans real confidence moving forward. From there, we look ahead and give score predictions for the next few days of World Cup games, talking through key matchups, early surprises, and which teams have already caught our attention. If you’re looking for USMNT vs Paraguay reaction, World Cup analysis, score predictions, and tournament talk with special guest Soccer With Sam, this episode has you covered.
The World Cup is here, and we are shifting into full tournament mode.Matt and Gabe preview the USMNT’s opening World Cup matchup against Paraguay, breaking down what the United States needs to do to start the tournament strong. We talk key players, score predictions, and what kind of performance would calm nerves heading into the rest of group play.From there, we look around the first few days of World Cup action and give score predictions for the early matchups. Then we go all in with a full World Cup bracket challenge, picking our way through the tournament and debating who has the best path to make a deep run.If you’re looking for USMNT vs Paraguay preview coverage, World Cup predictions, bracket picks, and tournament talk, this episode has you covered!
Our interview series "The Massive Mic" returns for its second episode of the year. Jay and Gabe sit down with MLS content creator and longtime soccer fan Eli Lesser for a conversation that spans the past, present, and future of American soccer. As fans of some of MLS's original clubs, we discuss how the fan culture has evolved, and whether MLS has exceeded expectations where it is at now. We also dive into content creation in the modern soccer landscape, building audiences around the sport, and how coverage of the game continues to change. The conversation also turns toward the FIFA World Cup and what this moment means for MLS, American soccer, and the next generation of fans. Has MLS done enough to capitalize on the momentum? What should expectations be heading into the tournament? This is one of those episodes that goes beyond a single club and looks at the bigger picture of soccer in North America.
Note: If you'd like to hear our first conversation with Chris look back to S1 Ep51!Matt and Brian are joined by Chris Doran for a wide-ranging conversation covering the biggest topics in Columbus, MLS, and American soccer. We discuss how the Columbus Crew are navigating life after Henrik Rydström, if it effects their strategy going into the transfer window, and if Laurent Courtois is the man going forward for the Crew. The conversation then shifts to the FIFA World Cup and its impact on soccer in North America. How will World Cup coverage change expectations for MLS? Can the league capitalize on the spotlight? And what does the tournament mean for the future growth of the sport in the United States? We also dive into the USMNT's World Cup prospects, expectations for the squad, and what success should realistically look like on the world's biggest stage. Plus much more from one of our favorite soccer conversations of the year!
The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is officially on, and the U.S. Men’s National Team just gave us a massive performance to talk about! In this episode, we are diving deep into the USMNT’s thrilling 3-2 victory over African powerhouse Senegal in front of a packed crowd at Bank of America Stadium. We break down the attacking display from our marquee names, the big moments, and individual performances. It wasn't all smooth sailing, though. We analyze the defensive errors that allowed Sadio Mané to net a brace for Senegal, and we ask the big question: Is Mauricio Pochettino's backline ready for the world stage? Whether you are hyped about the attack or worried about the defense, we have you covered with full tactical analysis, player ratings, and a look ahead to the final preparations before the tournament kicks off. Hit subscribe and let’s talk US Soccer!
What exactly is the state of the Columbus Crew right now? After a turbulent stretch filled with coaching changes, inconsistent performances, and signs of life starting to emerge again, Matt and Gabe sit down to evaluate where the Crew truly stand. Are things finally stabilizing under Laurent Courtois? What still needs fixing? And what should expectations actually be moving forward?Then the conversation shifts to the growing drama surrounding the United States men's national soccer team. We break down the latest controversies, roster discourse, fan frustration, and the bigger questions surrounding the direction of the national team. To close the episode, we preview the upcoming USMNT vs Senegal matchup and what the U.S. needs to show in a match that suddenly feels very important.
The Columbus Crew are starting to look like themselves again. Columbus picked up a massive 2-0 win over Atlanta United FC, continuing the positive momentum under Laurent Courtois. Matt, Jay, and Gabe break down the performance, the tactical improvements, and the players stepping up as the Crew continue trying to turn their season around.Then we shift gears and react to the leaked United States men's national soccer team roster for the upcoming World Cup, discussing the biggest surprises, controversial inclusions and omissions, and what it could mean for the future of the national team.
Just days after the Crew fired Henrik Rydström, interim head coach Laurent Courtois stepped into his first match against the same New York City FC side that embarrassed Columbus 3-0 not long ago. This time? The Crew responded with a strong 1-0 win and one of their best overall performances in weeks. Matt and Gabe break down the tactical changes under Courtois, why the team looked more alive and connected, whether this can actually spark a turnaround, and what still needs work moving forward. It was only one game… but Crew fans got something to feel GOOD about going forward.
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