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- 3 days ago16 min
First Touch Weekly | Deportivo A Coruña’s La Liga Resurgence
Deportivo A Coruña is back in Spain’s top flight and off to a flying start. Susannah Fuller looks at the club’s remarkable journey from the heights of Super Depor to the depths of Spanish football, and the supporters and unexpected star helping fuel its next chapter.0:00 Intro0:29 The News: Berhalter, Yamal and Champions League Finals3:14 The Return of Deportivo5:09 Era of Super Depor 9:50 The Fall, Return & Supporters Who Stayed13:01 Aubameyang’s RebirthThe American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 5 days ago16 min
First Touch Dispatch | James Rodriguez Retires, VAR Controversy & the Ballon d’Or
James Rodriguez brings his Colombia career to a close, four Americans are making their mark at Middlesbrough, and Paris FC and Como are emerging among Europe’s early-season surprises. Plus, the fallout from the Manchester Derby’s VAR controversy and a closer look at this year’s Ballon d’Or race.0:00 Intro0:34 James Rodriguez Retires1:33 Americans at Middlesbrough4:30 Paris FC Among France’s Elite6:23 Como’s Champions League Breakthrough8:17 Manchester Derby VAR Controversy11:00 A Closer Look: The Ballon d’Or15:00 One for the Road: Cavan SullivanThe American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 1 weeks ago1h 0m
Open Mic | Mary Harvey on Building the Women’s Game
Mary Harvey has seen the women’s game from almost every angle in her career, as a USWNT goalkeeper to FIFA leader and WPS executive. Today, she leads the Center for Sport and Human Rights, and she joins Open Mic to talk about the evolution of women’s soccer, the lessons of its past and where the game goes next. 0:00 Intro1:26 The 1991 World Cup4:57 Harvey’s Journey to the USWNT7:58 How 1991 Changed Women’s Soccer11:53 Inside the 1996 USWNT16:25 From Player to FIFA Leader24:11 How World Cups Drive Development28:26 What Happened to WPS?35:12 The Future of the Women’s Game41:51 The Responsibility of Each USWNT Generation44:46 Sport, Human Rights & the 2026 World Cup57:30 Harvey’s Favorite Sporting EventsOpen Mic is an Soccerwise interview series that features in-depth conversations with interest soccer voices from around the world. We’ll occasionally share select episodes here on First Touch when the conversation fits. The American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 1 weeks ago37 min
First Touch Weekly | Nico Cantor Takes Us Inside South American Football
Susannah Fuller welcomes Nico Cantor to explore the culture, history and competitive spirit of South American football. from the continent’s biggest clubs and competitions to Nico’s beloved Boca Juniors. They also discuss Lionel Messi’s international retirement and what his departure means for the future of the South American game.0:00 The Latest From Around the World4:32 Nico Cantor Joins the Show9:02 Inside South American Football12:36 The Powerhouses 14:47 Rise of Brazilian Clubs21:17 Copa Libertadores Storylines 24:25 The State of Boca Juniors29:07 Messi’s Argentine Farewell32:00 What’s Next in CONMEBOL? The American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 2 weeks ago32 min
Open Mic | Kieran Gibbs on Developing the Next Generation of Soccer Players
Susannah Fuller chats with former Arsenal and England defender Kieran Gibbs to talk about his path from pro player to co-founding ONE FC, a youth soccer academy in Miami. Gibbs shares his approach to player development, how he hopes to bring his own experiences to the U.S. and where the project is now and going in the future. Plus, they discuss the 2026 World Cup and talk about Arsenal’s chance of repeating as Premier League Champions.0:00 Intro1:24 ONE FC Origin Story6:03 Lessons from European Academies8:26 The ONE FC Approach10:59 Identifying Soccer Talent in the U.S.14:36 Growing ONE FC18:38 The 2026 World Cup Experience25:26 Can Arsenal Repeat?30:05 Where to Find Out More About ONE FCOpen Mic is an Soccerwise interview series that features in-depth conversations with interest soccer voices from around the world. We’ll occasionally share select episodes here on First Touch when the conversation fits.The American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 2 weeks ago15 min
First Touch Weekly | London City Lionesses Are Going For It
The Women’s Super League (WSL) returns, and Susannah Fuller is joined by football journalist and the founder of The Cutback Flo Lloyd-Hughes to look at what could make this season different. They dive into Michelle Kang, Alexia Putellas and the ambitious London City Lionesses.0:00 Intro0:56 The Latest From Around the World3:49 The Rise of the WSL7:16 London City Lionesses, Michelle Kang & Alexia Putellas10:17 Multi-Club Ownership Conundrum12:22 Can London City Break Through?The American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 2 weeks ago13 min
First Touch Dispatch | Messi Retires, Bayern Begin Again & Champions League Draw
Messi calls time on his Argentina career, Bayern Munich begin another title defense, and London City Lionesses enter the WSL with a squad built to challenge the established order. Plus, a closer look at the Champions League’s new league phase and the stories to watch as the transfer window closes.0:00 Intro0:35 Copa Libertadores Update2:15 Bundesliga Kicks Off3:40 WSL Kickoff Approaches5:35 Messi Retires From International Soccer8:22 A Closer Look: The Champions League Draw12:36 One for the Road: Transfer Deadline DayThe American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
- 3 weeks ago35 min
First Touch Weekly | Europe Is Back!
The European soccer season is underway, and there are already plenty of questions to answer.Can Liverpool thrive under Andoni Iraola? What makes Como one of Europe's most intriguing teams? And how will José Mourinho fare at Real Madrid?Susannah Fuller is joined by Ryan Hunn and Musa Okwonga of Stadio to look ahead at the teams, managers and storylines they're most excited to follow as the new season gets underway.0:00 Intro1:12 Premier League, Attendance Record & Baby Pitch Invader5:28 Ryan Hunn & Musa Okwonga Join the Show8:24 Liverpool’s New Era 13:26 Como Brings the Vibes 18:25 Venezia & Serie A Storylines24:05 Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid25:58 Marco Rose's Bournemouth30:43 Americans at MiddlesbroughThe American home for the global game. Follow the conversation:https://linktr.ee/firsttouchksm
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