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WCIS 120: The Active Aged
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 120: The Active AgedIt’s time for the older MLS players to jump into the spotlight! Or perhaps it would be more apt to say, “limp into the spotlight.” Andrea, Jermaine and DeMarcus all find their way into the narrative as the NASL’s old lady, the Cosmos, slink down into 7th place in the Fall table. All that and…
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WCIS 119: Sanctioned
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 119: SanctionedIn the week that the USSF refused to leave the NASL as a Division 2 league, we beg you to leave us sanctioned as a podcast on your subscription list. This week we round up European transfers, talk about a few MLS games and give you the rundown from a beefy weekend of World Cup…
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News in Brief: Goalkeepers, Gophers and More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: Goalkeepers, Gophers and MoreLabor Day has passed, bidding farewell to summer, but news from around the world of soccer continues unabated. This week, Minnesota United launched an official Spanish twitter account. ¡Bienvenido a la cuenta oficial de @MNUFC en español! ¡Síguenos para todas las actualizaciones de #LosLoons! — Los Loons (@MNUFCes) August 28, 2017 The University of Minnesota…
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International Breakdown: September
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: International Breakdown: SeptemberPreviously on International Breakdown: Christian Pulisic continued to dominate the US Team narrative, Francisco Calvo won the intra-Loons international contest, Liberia’s FA and manager were feuding, and Scandanavia was stoic as ever. What will come this weekend? USA! USA! First Up: vs. Costa Rica in New York City Undefeated in 2017, the USMNT has moved…
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News in Brief: National Team, Pro/Rel, and More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: National Team, Pro/Rel, and MoreIt’s been a busy weekend, with the Loons’ first road win coming on Saturday against the Chicago Fire. Perhaps even bigger news, Miami FC’s CEO released the Full “Silva Report” on promotion/relegation in MLS. It’s a hefty read at almost 50 pages, but very intriguing. The conclusions reached are on page 42, if you’re interested.…
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WCIS 117: Come Get Your Hot Takes
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 117: Come Get Your Hot TakesStrap in because you’re in for a wild ride. MNUFC drop points to Seattle and we’re not holding back on our analysis. Prepare yourself for hottest of takes along with updates from MLS, the rest of US soccer and around the world on this week’s We Call It Soccer! You can subscribe to WCIS on…
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WCIS 116: Bunbury Goals Forever
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 116: Bunbury Goals ForeverWell, he was just 18. And he scored LFC, if you know what I mean. And the way he scored, was way beyond compare. Trent Alexander-Arnold begins his Magical Mystery Tour through the world of hype as we get down to telling you about the first weekend of EPL. Back In The USA there’s also…
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WCIS 114: Maximus Andreius Retirius
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 114: Maximus Andreius RetiriusAs Andrea Pirlo edges closer to his inevitable retirement, we look back at the week that was. MNUFC conclusively beat DC, MLS games produced massive quantities of goals, Liverpool seem close to losing Coutinho and Neymar is off to PSG. All that and more on this week’s We Call It Soccer! You can subscribe to…
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US Men Lift Gold Cup
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: US Men Lift Gold CupAfter four years, the US men’s national team reclaimed the Gold Cup. The most prestigious trophy in the CONCACAF region belongs to the USA for the sixth time since the tournament’s new format began in 1990. The team sealed their hard-won victory with a late goal by young striker Jordan Morris. Pregame As the hosts…
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WCIS 113: One Step Closer To The Cup
Categories: MediaContinue Reading: WCIS 113: One Step Closer To The CupThe USMNT inches closer to the Gold Cup by reaching the finals. We recap a busy week full of MLS games, all the European transfers and the latest MNUFC news on this week’s We Call It Soccer. You can subscribe to WCIS on the following platforms: iTunes Feed Google Play Podcasts Stitcher Radio Listen now:
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News in Brief: Gold Cup Final Set, MLS Reject Silva, and More
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: News in Brief: Gold Cup Final Set, MLS Reject Silva, and MoreGold Cup The final matchup of the Gold Cup will take place July 26. Two teams have booked a place at Levi’s Stadium. The USMNT was the first to move on to the final behind goals from Jozy Altidore and Clint Dempsey. Dempsey scored his record-tying 57th goal for the Yanks, even with Landon Donovan.…
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US Men Sloppy but Successful Against El Salvador
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: US Men Sloppy but Successful Against El SalvadorAfter a relatively routine group stage of the Gold Cup, the United States Men’s National Team faced an El Salvador team that finished third in its own group. The US struggled to find a consistent strategy to dominate the game. However, goals by defenders Omar Gonzalez and Eric Lichaj before halftime provided enough space to…
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US Men Ride Roller Coaster of Emotions to Top of Group B
Categories: NewsContinue Reading: US Men Ride Roller Coaster of Emotions to Top of Group BThe USMNT had a steep hill to climb against Nicaragua. After Panama’s drubbing of Martinique, the Yanks needed a 3-0 win to earn first place in Group B. Despite two missed penalties, goals from Joe Corona, Kellyn Rowe, and Matt Miazga allowed the USMNT to achieve their objective. Pregame Once again, Bruce Arena heavily rotated…