American Soccer Show

Sports & Recreation Podcasts

Two soccer nerds who are scheduled to talk for 35 minutes end up with an hour and a half brouhaha which neither has the credentials or reason to extend. They talk about all there is to know about soccer in the United States. Card carrying member of the Goalkeeper's Union Emmett McConnell writes for Prost Amerika and played Division 3 soccer in college. FIFA striker and Football Manager legend Erik Alcantar has done play-by-play and color commentary for the Ball State Cardinals soccer team and the Northwestern Wildcats Men's soccer team. He's also a former host of the Fantasy Express on WCRD 91

Location:

United States

Genres:

Sports & Recreation Podcasts

Soccer

Description:

Two soccer nerds who are scheduled to talk for 35 minutes end up with an hour and a half brouhaha which neither has the credentials or reason to extend. They talk about all there is to know about soccer in the United States. Card carrying member of the Goalkeeper's Union Emmett McConnell writes for Prost Amerika and played Division 3 soccer in college. FIFA striker and Football Manager legend Erik Alcantar has done play-by-play and color commentary for the Ball State Cardinals soccer team and the Northwestern Wildcats Men's soccer team. He's also a former host of the Fantasy Express on WCRD 91

Twitter:

@ASoccerShow

Language:

English

Website:

https://anchor.fm/american-soccer-show

Episodes

Real World: MLS Bubble

7/4/2020

One house, 26 teams, no rules, no health codes. On this very patriotic episode, Patrick and Emmett discuss who will advance through to the next round of Real World: MLS Bubble, favorites to lift the Returnament Cup, and who will get to return to the comfort of their own home with their friends and family.

Duration:01:07:44

MLS Cup Final 2019

11/15/2019

Emmett and Pat discuss the rubber match between the Seattle Sounders and Toronto FC, as well as Thierry Henry's appointment to the Montreal Impact and the state of the USMNT.

Duration:01:17:21

Knockout extravaganza

10/21/2019

The first round of the new single-elimination format in MLS produced some historic games, with two 4-3 extra-time thrillers, a playoff hat trick, and the confirmation of the heavily anticipated Playoff Traffico. Pat and Emmett breakdown Wayne Rooney's legacy, Minnesota United's first home playoff game, and of course the historic Union-Red Bull that saw the first ever playoff win for the Philadelphia Union.

Duration:01:19:16

2019 playoff preview

10/15/2019

Emmett is joined by Red Bull enthusiast Pat Murphy to discuss the Philadelphia Union's first home playoff game against the New York Red Bulls, as well as every first round match up. To round things out, Emmett and Pat discuss the USMNT and the upcoming match against Canada in the CONCACAF Nations League.

Duration:01:26:03

The Seattle Seven (members of the roster)

9/6/2019

Emmett breaks down week 26 in MLS, which saw the mighty LAFC fall, Philadelphia Union regain first place, and a 4-3 thriller in Seattle. The Sounders will be down to a 12-man roster next week against Colorado, as the team reels from the first international break of the fall season.

Duration:00:23:59

USA Semifinal Preview: Gold Cup and World Cup

7/1/2019

Emmett and Erik preview the Gold Cup semifinal, and look at how we got to this point, including a Canadian collapse, a Mexican escape, a Jamaican masterclass and a boring U.S. victory. They also discuss the two rivalries in the Copa America Semifinal between Argentina and Brazil and Chile and Peru. Then, the big one, a preview of the U.S. vs. England in the Women's World Cup and a look at a potential rematch in the final.

Duration:01:03:46

USMNT with the least impressive +10 goal difference?

6/24/2019

Emmett and Erik discuss the Gold Cup as the group stage takes shape. They also discuss all international tournaments including Women's World Cup, African Cup of Nations and Copa America.

Duration:01:11:06

Gold Cup preview

6/13/2019

Emmett and surprise guest Erik preview the Gold Cup, run down the latest news in American Soccer, and give predictions for the Copa America.

Duration:01:14:29

Is there a clear leader in the East yet? (May 1, 2019

5/1/2019

Emmett breaks down last weeks action, which saw New England bag four goals in Kansas City, Atlanta winning for the first time at home, and Anthony Hudson getting the sack as a result. Meanwhile, Montreal earns another shutout, DC loses late, and Seattle hang on for 70 minutes with 10 men.

Duration:00:43:41

This ain't 2018

4/26/2019

Emmett talks about some of the issues facing the best of 2018, as well as the teams that are stepping up to replace them. Is anyone even close to LAFC? Who is the best in the east? Emmett breaks down all the MLS action from the previous week.

Duration:00:34:10

Week five with guest Bryan Rice

4/5/2019

Emmett is joined by fellow Wesleyan soccer player, Bryan Rice. Together, they talk about last week in MLS, who to take seriously this early in the season, and the struggles of Atlanta, The Red Bulls and NYCFC.

Duration:01:15:29

Fafa Picault and the state of social media in professional sports

3/22/2019

Emmett talks the highlights of MLS action from week three, USA vs Ecuador, and speaks to Philadelphia Union forward Fafa Picault about his role in the Union's new system and the hate mail he received on social media after the 1-1 draw vs. Atlanta United.

Duration:00:21:45

Interview with Kai Wagner (March 14, 2019)

3/14/2019

Emmett talks about the major topics from last week in MLS and Concacaf Champions League, and speaks to Philadelphia Union Kai Wagner on how he came to Philadelphia and his role in the Union's new system.

Duration:00:21:05

2019 show update

3/9/2019

Erik is going on hiatus, which means Emmett will be taking over as the lone host of the American Soccer Show. The format will change slightly, so listen each week to see what Emmett has in store. Fantasy MLS link: https://fantasy.mlssoccer.com/#classic/leagues/8560/join/MN2TADUZ

Duration:00:25:21

American Soccer Show March 1st, 2019 (MLS 2019 Preview)

3/2/2019

The duo begins a new season of MLS with one last preview that goes over where they expect each team to finish. If you want to join our MLS fantasy league, here is the link! https://fantasy.mlssoccer.com/#classic/leagues/8560/join/MN2TADUZ Time Stamps: 0:00 news Preview east: 9:30 Preview west: 24:00 Superlatives: 35:00 CCL: 48:15 Music: www.hooksounds.com

Duration:01:10:03

American Soccer Show February 24, 2019 (Do Goalkeepers ever cramp up in goal?)

2/25/2019

The Double E duo returns to give one last set of previews for two Cascadia teams (Portland and Seattle), LA's precious baby (LAFC), the capital team (DC United) and New York's second finest (NYCFC). They also give have a rousing discussion on all things CONCACAF Champions League while creating a whole new job for someone to fill! Time stamps! Intro 1:15 news 10:00 NYCFC 18:50 DCU 28:30 Portland Timbers 33:30 Seattle Sounders 38:00 LAFC 44:40 Readiness Scale 48:10 CCL 57:00...

Duration:00:48:31

American Soccer Show February 15th, 2019 (Is it too late now to save Sarri?)

2/16/2019

Erik and Emmett take a quick detour to Europe where Erik delivers a rant on Chelsea's players and the overall mentality at the club currently. This week's episode features previews for Toronto FC, Houston Dynamo, New York Red Bulls, Sporting Kansas City and Atlanta United. It also contains very intelligent commentary on the most important competition on the planet, the CONCACAF Champions League. Time Stamps: Intro Erik rant time 10:00 back to MLS news 16:45 Toronto FC 28:05...

Duration:01:16:34

American Soccer Show February 8th, 2019 (Fabian? It's pronounced FabiÁn)

2/9/2019

Emmett and Erik turn what should've been a 45 minute podcast into an hour long brouhaha. They preview the seasons of the Philadelphia Union, Real Salt Lake, Columbus Crew and Montreal Impact. They also go in-depth on the US Men's National Team after the first camp under Gregg Berhalter. Time stamps: 1:00 stat of the week 3:15 things that actually matter 7:55 Philadelphia Union 21:20 Erik loves RSL 32:50 Columbus is back 40:35 Montreal Impact 48:45 Readiness Scale 50:55 USA vs...

Duration:01:13:57

American Soccer Show February 1st, 2019 (New Year, New Coaches, New MLS)

2/1/2019

Erik and Emmett continue the 2019 season previews, this time tackling FC Cincinnati, LA Galaxy, Vancouver Whitecaps, New England Revolution and FC Dallas. They also discuss some big deals in the transfer window, including Sebastian Giovinco's shocking move and the historic sale of Miguel Almiron to Newcastle United. Time Stamps! Intro :45 transfer news 11:35 Cincy 19:35 Galaxy 27:10 ‘Couver 39:10 Revolution 46:15 Dallas 54:00 Rankings 57:55 USMNT 1:06:50 Closing time Music...

Duration:01:15:31

American Soccer Show January 25th, 2019 (More like Chicago Fire Sale)

1/25/2019

Emmett and Erik are back to begin previewing the 2019 MLS Season! The season will be here before you know it. Can any of San Jose, Orlando City, Minnesota, Colorado or Chicago escape the basement? Is Kaku heading to Club America? We also say goodbye to Tim Howard and berate Gustavo Casasola (Kaku's agent) for his comments that compared the Red Bulls to Hitler. Can't make that stuff up. All that and more! Time Stamps: Intro 2:10 SJE 9:30 ORL 17:00 MIN 22:00 COL 30:15 CHI 43:30...

Duration:01:00:34