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The FC Crew react to Atletico Madrid advancing past Barcelona to reach the UCL Semifinals. The guys criticize Barcelona for their defensive frailties and argue if Diego Simeone's side can win the tournament. Plus, the guys react to PSG's win over Liverpool and question if Arne Slot will remain in charge of the Reds for much longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14/04/2026 • 68:40
The FC crew react to Leeds United massive win over Manchester United at Old Trafford with Leeds going 6 points clear of the relegation zone. Plus, a look ahead to the massive weekend in the Premier League title race with Manchester City hosting Arsenal. And, a preview of the 2nd leg of the UCL quarterfinals, will there be any comebacks on the cards? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13/04/2026 • 57:52
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens react to Manchester City’s 3-0 win over Chelsea and debate how it impacts their Premier League title race with Arsenal. Plus, the pair also discuss the headlines from the other major matches this weekend, as well as the latest football news in quick hits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13/04/2026 • 62:19
The FC Crew breaks down Manchester city's win over Chelsea, cutting Arsenal's lead down to six points with a massive showdown against the league leaders next Sunday. Then, the crew recaps Tottenham's lost to Sunderland in Roberto De Zerbi's first game in charge, leaving them in the relegation zone, two points from safety. Plus more on Bundesliga and Extra time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12/04/2026 • 67:16
The FC Crew react to Arsenal's shock loss to Bournemouth as they get closer to losing their lead in the Premier League, with a massive match against Man City looming around the corner. Then, a breakdown of Liverpool's performance today as they grab a win and clean sheet versus Fulham. Also, analysis of Barcelona's win over Espanyol and a discussion on their upcoming UCL second leg match with Atletico Madrid. Additionally, Bayern's 5-0 record-setting win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11/04/2026 • 65:42
The FC Crew react to Real Madrid's draw with Girona as they continue to fall further behind Barcelona in the LALIGA title race. Then, a breakdown of the latest Liam Rosenior's comments on Enzo Fernandez suspension. Also, a preview of this weekend's Premier League matches including Spurs' match at Sunderland as they fight to avoid relegation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10/04/2026 • 75:30
Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas with a recap of the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal matches. Leg 1 is in the books. Which MLS team has the best shot to advance? Patrick Agyemang is OUT for the 2026 World Cup with an Achilles injury. Who does Herc think will be on the USMNT's striker depth chart this summer? Fans have accused FIFA of 'misleading' them when it comes to tickets. Can FIFA stoop any lower? Marcel Ruíz suffered an ACL injury in March but is reportedly postponing surgery in hope of making the World Cup. Will he make it? Finally, the show closes out with a Drippin' or Trippin' segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10/04/2026 • 59:23
The FC crew continue to react to Barcelona's loss vs Atletico Madrid and argue if the club should have had a penalty for an errant handball in the box. Plus, the guys criticize Arne Slot for his comments following Liverpool's loss at PSG. Shaka Hislop also gives out his weekly power rankings! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
09/04/2026 • 68:34
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester City’s 4-0 victory over Liverpool in the FA Cup and ask whether Arne Slot’s future at Liverpool is up for debate. The guys also discuss Barcelona’s 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid, Bayern’s late comeback win over Freiburg and ask if former Arsenal & Man City midfielder Samir Nasri lives in Paris or Dubai as tax authorities investigate via his food delivery orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
09/04/2026 • 58:32
The FC crew react to Atletico Madrid's 2-0 win over Barcelona and debate whether Pau Cubarsi should have been sent off in the first half. Plus, the guys criticize Liverpool after the Reds were played off the pitch by PSG. The guys also look ahead to next week's 2nd Legs and explain why they think most teams won't be able to come from behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
08/04/2026 • 41:27
The FC crew react to Bayern Munich's 2-1 win over Real Madrid and praise Michael Olise for a dominating performance. The guys also question why Arsenal continue to be so poor despite the Gunners' 1-0 win over Sporting. Plus, Frank Leboeuf and the crew give out their predictions for tomorrow's UCL Quarterfinals ties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
07/04/2026 • 53:36
The FC crew look ahead to Tuesday's UCL clash between Real Madrid and Bayern Munich and argue if this is the last chance for manager Alvaro Arbeloa. Plus, the guys break down if Arsenal can right the ship after losing back to back games for the first time this season. Stewart Robson also explains why he'd sack Arne Slot after Liverpool's 4-0 loss to Manchester City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
06/04/2026 • 49:01
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Manchester City’s 4-0 victory over Liverpool in the FA Cup and ask whether Arne Slot’s future at Liverpool is up for debate. The guys also discuss Barcelona’s 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid, Bayern’s late comeback win over Freiburg and ask if former Arsenal & Man City midfielder Samir Nasri lives in Paris or Dubai as tax authorities investigate via his food delivery orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
06/04/2026 • 55:12
The FC crew break down Arsenal and Liverpool's FA Cup quarterfinals losses and explain how the results will affect the end of their league seasons. The guys also give their thoughts on Gerard Martin's overturned red card after Diego Simeone said the referees got the call wrong. Plus, ESPN FC's Best of March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
05/04/2026 • 49:53
The FC Crew react to Barcelona's win over Atletico Madrid where a red card was controversially overturned. Then, the FA Cup Quarterfinals where Manchester City's dominated Liverpool and Arsenal's get stunned by Southampton. Also, Real Madrid's loss to Mallorca as they fall further behind Barcelona in the LALIGA title race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
04/04/2026 • 80:23
The FC Crew react to Chelsea's decision to suspend Enzo Fernández after his comments that he would like to live in Madrid in the future, and also to Marc Cucurella's critiques of the club's transfer policy and sacking of Enzo Maresca. Then, a preview of Saturday's FA Cup match between Manchester City and Liverpool. Also, a preview of LALIGA's match of Atlético Madrid and Barcelona, asking if Barcelona will struggle without the injured Raphinha. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
03/04/2026 • 61:40
The FC crew look back at Marc Cucurella's quotes on how Chelsea is run as a club, including investing in younger players & sacking managers more often than other clubs. Plus, the panel continues to reflect on Italy missing out on their 3rd straight World Cup. And, Shaka's international power rankings as well as Ryan O'Hanlon rankings of the countries qualified for the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
02/04/2026 • 68:49
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss a nightmare for Italy as their loss on penalties to Bosnia & Herzegovina ruled them out of a third-straight World Cup. The guys also get into England’s tactical disaster against Japan, Sweden’s late run to the World Cup and a particularly impressive performance from Lionel Messi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
02/04/2026 • 60:56
The FC crew react to Portugal's 2-0 win over the United States as former USMNT midfielder Jermaine Jones explains why he is still optimistic about the hosts chances at the World Cup this summer. Plus, the guys continue to break down England's loss to Japan and question why Thomas Tuchel's side are one of the favorites this summer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
01/04/2026 • 58:02
In this special edition of Futbol Americas Alexis Nunes, Herc Gomez, Shaka Hislop, Jürgen Klinsmann, and Jeff Carlisle react to the USMNT's loss against Portugal in an international friendly. What does this loss mean for the USMNT, and how much should we make of them losing both games in this international window in convincing fashion? Türkiye will play in the USMNT's group in the World Cup. How do they match up? Next, Mexico draws against Belgium. What did their performance say about their World Cup readiness? The crew takes a look at their group and Canada's group after Bosnia and Herzegovina qualified for Group B. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
01/04/2026 • 81:12
The FC crew react to Italy failing to qualify for a 3rd straight World Cup and question how the former Champions have fallen so far off the mark. Plus, the guys break down Sweden, Turkiye and Czechia punching their tickets to the US this summer. Julien Laurens also reacts to Spurs appointing Roberto De Zerbi as manager and explains why he thinks it won't save the club from relegation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31/03/2026 • 45:07
James Olley, Rob Dawson and Beth Lindop break down Igor Tudor’s terrible time at Tottenham, and look at the candidates to step in and save Spurs from the drop. Plus, an assessment of Phil Foden’s hopes of making the World Cup squad, reaction to the England fans booing Ben White, and a look at what the future holds for Liverpool and Mo Salah after they part ways. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31/03/2026 • 61:27
The FC crew react to Germany's 2-1 victory over Ghana and argue if Julian Nagelsmann's side is a contender to win the World Cup this summer. Plus, the guys question why Florian Wirtz plays so much better for Germany than Liverpool. The guys also break down Enzo Fernandez's latest comments on his future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
30/03/2026 • 61:07
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Tottenham’s decision to sack manager Igor Tudor with seven games to go in the Premier League and ask who will take over now? The guys also discuss the World Cup qualifiers including Italy’s win over Northern Ireland, USA’s friendly defeat to Belgium and ask why is Roy Hodgson back in management. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
30/03/2026 • 67:02
The FC crew react to news that Igor Tudor left his post as Spurs manager and argue who should take over the job amid the club's relegation battle. Plus, the guys break down Mauricio Pochettino's comments after the United States 5-2 loss vs Belgium. The crew also react to Malo Gusto's comments on being surprised when Enzo Maresca left Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
29/03/2026 • 57:51
The FC Crew react to the United States' 5-2 loss to Belgium in an international friendly, and ask whether fans should be concerned about the performance going into to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Then, more discussion on the international window including Florian Wirtz excellent game for Germany on Friday. Also, excerpts from an exclusive interview with Real Madrid and France star Eduardo Camavinga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
28/03/2026 • 71:43
The FC crew react to England's 1-1 draw vs Uruguay and break down whether Ben White should be on the plane to the World Cup this summer. Plus, Jurgen Klinsmann joins the show to analyze Germany's win over Switzerland and preview the USMNT hosting Belgium on Saturday. The guys also react to news that Raphinha will miss up to 5 weeks for Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27/03/2026 • 59:09
The FC crew react to Italy's win over Northern Ireland and break down why they think the Italians are favorites to qualify for the World Cup on Tuesday. Plus, the guys break down France's victory over Brazil in Thursday's friendly. Julien Laurens also reacts to Kylian Mbappe dismissing reports that Real Madrid botched the scan for his injured knee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
27/03/2026 • 60:32
Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss the legacy of Mo Salah at Liverpool after the Egyptian striker announced he would leave the club at the end of the season. The guys also take a closer look at Tottenham’s horrific form, discuss the Women’s Champions League Quarterfinals & ask if Alessandro Bastoni could move to Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26/03/2026 • 62:11
The FC crew continue to react to Mohamed Salah's announcement that he will leave Liverpool this summer as Stevie Nicol breaks down where the Egyptian lies among the best at the club. Plus, Gab Marcotti joins the show to preview Italy's final push for World Cup qualification. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25/03/2026 • 30:11
