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The ESPN FC Crew react to Chelsea's elimination in penalties in the Carabao Cup as Liverpool advance, as Xabi Alonso's bad week continues. Then, a discussion on Manchester City advancing in penalties against Brighton. Also, a look at Arsenal's shocking loss to Fleetwood Town and Max Dowman's controversial red card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The ESPN FC crew react to Arsenal's shocking elimination in the Carabao Cup to League Two side Fleetwood Town, as they draw 1-1 and lose 5-3 on penalties. Then, a breakdown of the news that Michael Carrick is set to continue as Manchester United manager despite 0 wins in the last 8 games and just 2 wins in 12 games this season. Also, a discussion on Harry Kane winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or and a look back at Sunday's El Clasico, which saw Real Madrid defeat Barcelona keeping their LALIGA title hopes alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Futbol Americas panel looks back at Real Madrid's unexpected win over Barcelona in the first Clásico of the season. Plus, the crew looks back at the 2026 Ballon D'or winners announced, did France Football get it right? And, a look back at a crazy El Tráfico ending, as well as other MLS action including Inter Miami & runaway leaders Nashville. Finally, Lionel Messi honored in Spain for career achievements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Harry Kane winning the 2026 Men's Ballon d'Or and praise the Bayern Munich forward for a brilliant season. Plus, the guys explain why they think sacking Michael Carrick won't fix Man United's problems going forward. Plus, the guys continue to to break down Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Barcelona and give credit to Jose Mourinho for the victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Gab Marcotti is joined by Dan Thomas, Ian Darke, Sid Lowe, and Alex Kirkland to break down Sunday's El Clásico which ended with a dramatic and slightly shocking victory for Real Madrid over Barcelona. They take a look at the approach from José Mourinho's squad and what it means looking forward in LALIGA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Real Madrid's 2-1 victory over Barcelona and explain why the LALIGA title race is back on after the huge win for Jose Mourinho's side. Plus, the guys break down why Michael Carrick's time at Man United is coming to a close after the Red Devils' 3-0 loss to Bournemouth. The crew also argue if Alexander Isak is back to his best after Liverpool's win over Brighton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC Crew react to today's drama in the Premier League as Manchester City drop their first points in the Premier League in a 2-1 loss to an impressive Aston Villa led by a Nicolas Jackson brace, also Chelsea lose to Tottenham at home for the first time since 2018 and Arsenal return to winning-form with a smooth victory over Everton. Then, live from Barcelona, a preview of Sunday's ELCLÁSICO as Real Madrid look to force a stumble in Barcelona's flawless LALIGA campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
ESPN FC is live earlier than usual to preview Sunday's pivotal El Clasico match. We cover all the angles, including whether or not the title will be decided with a Barcelona win. Our correspondents are live from Barcelona. We also look ahead to the weekend in the Premier League. Manchester United host Bournemouth after a disastrous defeat at Como in the Champions League. How much time does Michael Carrick have left, and will he survive the weekend? We also look ahead to the Liverpool vs. Brighton match. Is this the biggest test for the seagulls so far? How serious should we take their hot start if they roll into Anfield and pick up 3 points? The show closes with our Extra Time segment. Have a great weekend and enjoy the games! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew continue to react to Manchester United's loss at Como and explain why they think Michael Carrick will not be in charge of the club much longer. Plus, Craig Burley and Dan Thomas look ahead to Sunday's El Clasico and break down why they think Barcelona should cruise to victory. Don Hutchison also picks out his favorite matches in the Premier League this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Futbol Americas is your place to get all the info you need before the big game on Sunday. Barcelona host Real Madrid in a match that may already be the title decider. What can Madrid do to stop the Barcelona train? Later we have two separate interviews on the show. Sergio Roberto and Adri Mehmeti stop by. We also react to a couple of Cup Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Bayern Munich & Arsenal's 2-2 draw and break down how Bukayo Saka's injury will affect Arsenal going forward. Plus, the guys praise Yan Diomande for his goal and assist in Real Madrid's 4-1 win over RB Leipzig. Stewart Robson, Frank Leboeuf and Jurgen Klinsmann also react to Michael Carrick and Bruno Fernandes trading criticism after Man United's 4-1 loss at Como. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Big Show Today! Savy King and Haley Hopkins come by to check in with our panel ahead of the last couple of games of the NWSL regular season. Next, we check in on the other NWSL matches and standings. Who do we think is going to make the cut? Later Natalia Astrain joins the show to debrief the USWNT's friendly against Spain. What did the #1 team in the world expose? Does Emma Hayes need to rethink the backline? We also have the top 10 goals! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to PSG's 4-2 win over Barcelona and explain why Hansi Flick's side lost their first game of the season. Plus, the guys break down Liverpool's win over Villarreal and praise Florian Wirtz for his first goal of the season. The guys also react to Erik ten Hag's explosive interview on Manchester United and question if the Dutch manager was being genuine with some of the transfer promises he mentioned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Tottenham's 3-1 win over Coventry City and explain how Spurs can use their first PL win this season to keep momentum going forward. The guys also continue to criticize Man United for such a poor start the season. Plus, Mario Melchiot explains why he thinks Brighton are one of the best teams to watch in the Premier League. Derek Rae also joins the show to break down his viral play by play notes from Real Madrid's win over Sevilla. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Man United's 1-1 draw at Leeds and question how Michael Carrick can stay in charge of the club after such a poor start to the season. Plus, the guys break down wins for Arsenal and Brighton. Luis Garcia also helps analyze Real Madrid's 4-1 win over Sevilla and breaks down how it will affect the club going into El Clasico next weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Barcelona's 5-2 victory over Real Betis and praise the club for it's record breaking start to the season. Plus, the guys look ahead to Real Madrid's match against Sevilla on Sunday. Nedum Onuoha also joins the show to explain why he isn't concerned about Manchester City's leaky defense after their win over Ipswich Town. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew preview this weekend's LALIGA action with Barcelona and Real Madrid facing tricky tests against two teams in good form to start the season. Plus, the guys explain why they think Manchester United and Liverpool will struggle this weekend vs Leeds and Brentford. Don Hutchison and Gab Marcotti also try to make sense of Italy's struggles in the Champions League. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Futbol Americas is here to discuss the fallout from Vinícius Júnior's bad behavior over the weekend. LALIGA has ruled that he will mis the next 4 matches. Including El Clasico. Has Viní become too much of a distraction for Real Madrid? Next, Raúl Jiménez is going to miss the Nation's League quarterfinal against Jamaica? Who can step up in his place and is this make or break for Rafa Márquez? Later, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has apologized to the FIFA council for his investment plan. Surely, its time for him to go. Have a good weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew react to Lisandro Martinez's second apology in the last two days as Steve Nicol explains why he thinks its fair for the club to move on from the saga. Plus, the guys break down Vini's Jr's latest comments on his form and analyze how they think Jose Mourinho should handle the forward during his 4 game LALIGA suspension. The guys also recap UCL matchday 2 and give out the teams they are most concerned about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The FC crew break down PSG's dominant win over Manchester City and criticize Pep Guardiola for taking the attention away from new manager Enzo Maresca. Plus, the guys analyze Real Madrid's comeback win over Roma and explain why Jose Mourinho's side still struggled despite the victory. The guys also react to Lisandro Martinez's statement following up his comments criticizing Manchester United yesterday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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