World Soccer Talk

On this week’s episode, we discuss FOX’s plans for their coverage of the World Cup, how Peacock plans to broadcast the World Cup, Wrexham catches fire, and Serie A want Paramount Plus to pay more. This, plus we also have questions from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's good to be back. We discuss FOX's commentators for the World Cup, the NWSL scandal, what this means for the US Soccer Federation, why Kartik is upset at ESPN, MLS ends their local broadcasts, USA's accomplishments at the World Cup and an important update about the World Soccer Talk Podcast. Plus we have Listener Mailbag with your questions answered on-air. Hosted by Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Does anyone want to win Group B in this year's World Cup? USA and England are unable to get much-needed wins, while Wales and Iran are too inconsistent. In addition to discussing USA-Japan, Germany-Hungary & Italy-England, we discuss what the possible merger between NBCUniversal and WarnerBros-Discovery means for soccer fans, our thoughts on foreign investors buying clubs in Europe, whether LaLiga/Bundesliga/Serie A will ever be able to catch up with the Premier League, as well as answering your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss Welcome to Wrexham, the successful FX series, and discuss why pro/rel is or isn't a non-starter in this country. We also discuss the issues of ownership, community, TV coverage for lower leagues, as well as what makes this series different than the other two popular soccer shows, 'Sunderland 'Til I Die' and 'Ted Lasso.' We also take a tangent and discuss whether it's possible for the US Soccer Federation to set up its own breakaway soccer league in the United States in competition against Major League Soccer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Soccer Talk's Kyle Fansler talks with the Execuitve Director of Wrexham AFC, Humphrey Ker.Most people can recognize Ker from his time on the FX documentary show Welcome to Wrexham. The show chronicles Wrexham's takeover by American actors Rob McElhenney and Ryan Reynolds. Yet, at the crossroads of their ownership and the club itself is Humphrey Ker.In this discussion, Ker breaks down what he actually does with Wrexham in that role. Plus, he talks about how important the documentary itself is in both growing the game in the United States, while also shedding light on soccer just outside the top four division of the EFL. He talks about what he has learned, and what he has enjoyed the most during his time with the club, including some decisions regarding the documentary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the impact that VAR is having on the sport of soccer, CBS’s big addition and big loss to their coverage of the Champions League that begins this week, how big the transfer window was for the leagues in Europe, our thoughts on the big stories from the Premier League weekend, matches, and letters from you, the listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss the four Premier League managers who are in jeopardy after gameweek 4. We also share some big news from Peacock TV as well as our first impressions of Welcome to Wrexham, the new series on FX about a fifth tier club dreaming of promotion. Elsewhere, we chat about two USMNT strikers who need to be on the plane to Qatar 2022, and whether Anthony Gordon is worth £100 million. Other topics include discussing where you can watch the Sky Sports Transfer Deadline Day, whether the gap between MLS and Premier League will shrink, which games to watch this weekend, plus answering your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this latest edition of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, episode 1443, Kyle Fansler talks to one of the youngest American owners of a European soccer club.Jordan Gardner is the co-owner and co-chairman of FC Helsingør. Helsingør is in the Danish 1st Division, which is the second tier on the Danish soccer pyramid. At under 40 years of age, Gardner took part control over the club back in 2019. Since then, under his leadership, the club earned promotion to the Danish 1st Division. Then, last season, it narrowly missed out on promotion to the Danish Superliga.Gardner brings a modern take on club ownership, which clearly yields success for a club punching above its weight. The use of data and analytics allows Helsingør to fulfill Gardner's aim of the club being a great spot for transfers and development. Gardner also discusses his biggest lessons and favorite moments during his time involved with the European game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dive into Manchester United-Liverpool analysis, as well as discussing the other Premier League games from the weekend. Plus we delve into various other topics including what it is about the Premier League formula that makes it the must-see soccer league right now.Hosts Christopher Harris and Kartik Krishnaiyer also discuss the news about the UEFA Champions League rights in the United States, as well as Peacock making several improvements. Also discussed are our thoughts about NBC's coverage of the Premier League and the job that Peter Drury is doing. We also debate what the issue is with Christian Pulisic at Chelsea Football Club. And the latest news about FOX Sports' coverage of the 2022 World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

World Cup commentator Andrés Cantor is our guest on the latest episode of our podcast. Telemundo Deportes' lead commentator discusses moving the World Cup one day earlier, his concern about players getting injured before the World Cup happens, what World Cup match atmosphere was the best in his history of calling many tournaments, his thoughts on the Mexican national team's chances at the Qatar World Cup, and what we can expect from Miguel Herrera and other experts on Telemundo's coverage of the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review all of the EPL games from the weekend, as well as discussing whether Bayern Munich is hurting the Bundesliga, what our thoughts are about the different whiparound shows available, latest news on Eredivisie rights, and answering your questions about Champions League, Scottish Premiership, Peter Drury and soccer documentaries in our Listener Mailbag section. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the latest edition of the World Soccer Talk podcast, host Kyle Fansler talks all things Serie A with an expert on the league. Matteo Bonetti is the lead Serie A analyst for CBS Sports and Paramount+. Plus, he is a frequent co-commentator alongside Dre Cordero for broadcasts of games. Bonetti, a longtime fan and analyst for Serie A coverage in the United States, previews what should be a wildly entertaining Serie A campaign. Milan and Inter enter with high hopes, with the Rossoneri winning last season's Scudetto. The other traditional big names in Serie A are challenging to predict. Bonetti also goes to the bottom of the table. There, it could be challenging for some of the newcomers to the league to stay up. One club, however, seems better than the others, and could very well maintain status in the top flight and then some.The Serie A season kicks off Saturday, August 13, with title defenders Milan battling Udinese. Coverage of all 10 games this weekend is exclusive to Paramount+ in the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest episode of the World Soccer Talk Podcast, host Kyle Fansler interviews ESPN's Mark Donaldson about the upcoming LaLiga season. Donaldson, one of ESPN's commentators for LaLiga, discusses the top teams in LaLiga. However, he is most fascinated to learn about how one team in particular will fare given a summer of change. Plus, he gives his take on how the relegation battle may look throughout the season in the Spanish top flight. Finally, he gives his pick for the Pichichi for the league's top scorer, and what team finishes on top. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kartik and Christopher head back to the future to do a special Premier League review podcast, giving their thoughts on all 10 games from the weekend.Outside of the Premier League, we also discuss Bundesliga’s opening game of the season, what we’re looking forward to the most in 2023 with the Apple MLS media deal, as well as answering your questions about ESPN’s pecking order of soccer coverage.During the frank conversations, we also touch upon NBC’s coverage of the Premier League from the opening season, what we thought of Peter Drury’s first weekend for the American broadcaster, which stadium we want to take a trip to in Europe, and what was the best team performance from this past weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this audio interview, ESPN and Bundesliga World Feed commentator Derek Rae discusses his predictions for the latest Bundesliga campaign.Traditionally considered a one-team league, the Bundesliga shapes up for drama, and that starts with a busy opening weekend. ESPN+ holds coverage of the opening game on Friday, August 5, between Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer. Then, on Saturday, Derek Rae is on the call again from Signal Iduna Park as Borussia Dortmund faces Eintracht Frankfurt. Rae brings up the departures from the top Bundesliga sides, and which replacements could make a huge difference in the league table. Plus, how can Werder Bremen and Schalke compete coming up from the 2. Bundesliga?Moreover, these two sides could very well be in the relegation battle, always a testy affair with drama on the line. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.