Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast CBS Sports, USMNT, U.S. Soccer, MLS, World Cup, UCL, Copa America

Four Americans were involved in Serie A’s marquee clash between Juventus and AC Milan, and there was a lot to analyze! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch discuss Yunus Musah and Tim Weah’s performances at right back (05:06), the decision to not start Weston McKennie (15:06), and the reports linking Julen Lopetegui to the Rossoneri (22:22). Elsewhere in Europe, Paxten Aaronson makes an impact in the Eredivisie (31:10), Folarin Balogun’s on a Ligue 1 cooler (37:20), and America’s PSV trio are on the cusp of being crowned champions (48:54). And with Indianapolis mayor Joe Hogsett publicly announcing his city's pursuit of a Major League Soccer franchise (54:50), the guys discuss the future of MLS expansion and the impact on USL sides.

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Sergiño Dest will be sidelined for an “extended period” which doesn’t bode well for the USMNT with a Copa America fast approaching. Jimmy Conrad, Jesse Marsch and Charlie Davies discuss the PSV man’s injury (05:00) and who Gregg Berhalter might turn to to fill the void at right back (08:30). Columbus Crew and USMNT U23 goalkeeper joins ahead of Wednesday’s CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal clash to talk about playing on the road against Liga MX opposition as well as the United States’ chances at the Olympics (19:23). The guys react to the latest Tyler Adams injury update and analyze Haji Wright’s heroic performance in Sunday’s FA Cup semifinal defeat to Manchester United (34:54). Then, Rick Burton, Professor or Sports Management at Syracuse University, joins to talk about where the USMNT ranks in the minds of big brands and marketers looking to leverage the power of the 2026 World Cup (47:14). And following the agony of Coventry’s disallowed goal at Wembley, the crew open up about the refereeing decisions that still leave them bitter (62:44). 

Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @jessemarsch
For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/
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You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+.
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With Roma bouncing AC Milan from the Europa League quarterfinal stage, there are now no American players competing for European honors this season. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch recap a disappointing night for Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah and what the future might have in store for the Rossoneri as they look to avoid Inter being crowned Scudetto champions in Monday’s Milan derby. Then, reaction to the U.S. Open Cup Round of 32 draw which sees eight MLS teams and eight USL Championship teams join the dance. There are mouth-watering fixtures aplenty for our Americans abroad this weekend, but no game compares with Haji Wright’s big day out in Wembley. And more teams punch their tickets to the 2025 Club World Cup - will Inter Miami be joining them? 
Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @jessemarsch
For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/
To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/
You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+.
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Join Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, Charlie Davies and Mo Edu as they connect with the biggest names from global soccer on the Kickin’ It podcast. Download and follow Kickin’ It on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!

USMNT goalkeeping legend, MLS Champion & MVP, as well as coach Tony Meola joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about his humility, representing America, and for the first time, why he stepped away from the USMNT. They also chat about today vs back then and Tony being a bridge between the two.

First time for everything (2:08): Jersey collection, World Cup memories, and what's hangin' on the wall.

Getting Back (8:08): Making the team in 2002, thriving in MLS, escaping reality through the game.

Family Matters (13:36): Tough choices, trying out for the NFL, bonuses paid.

Achievements unlocked (22:09): 16 shutouts, MLS MVP, MLS Cup Champion.

Now vs Then (25:01): Building up to a World Cup, the pressures of playing at home, and the impact of the old guard.

Sacrifices and recognition (26:22): Promoting the game, opening doors, and pulling double duty.

The ultimate forgiveness (33:34): Being released, mending relationships, and working together.

Proud Father (36:00): Coaching the kids, new challenges, and being present.

History(43:23): The Tab Ramos philosophy, knowing what and who came before, and the game's potential future.

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With soccer at the Olympic Games kicking off in exactly 100 days, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch discuss the selection decisions facing Marko Mitrović as he tries to whittle down his options to 18 players. Fresh off of scoring a brace on the weekend, Tanner Tessmann joins from Italy to talk about Venezia's push for Serie A promotion as well as the competition among the U23 players hoping to secure an Olympics roster spot. Then, the guys unpack Gio Reyna's first Premier League start and whether the Dortmund loanee can expect more playing time before the end of the season. Then, El Farolito coach Santiago Lopez joins ahead of Tuesday's U.S. Open Cup Third Round to discuss the amateur club's storied history in the competition, this season's Cinderella story, and his plans for Tuesday's clash against the Oakland Roots.

Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @jessemarsch
For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/
To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/
You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+.
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Despite having Lionel Messi back, Inter Miami failed to turn things around away to Monterrey as Columbus Crew were the only MLS side capable of advancing to the semifinals of the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Jesse Marsch kick things off in the Europa League where Christian Pulisic was active in AC Milan’s first leg defeat to Roma (04:35). The guys discuss Wilfried Nancy and company sparing MLS blushes amid Liga MX’s continued dominance in the region’s most prestigious club competition (11:42). Then, Jesse takes issue with Tata Martino’s post-match complaints as The Athletic’s Paul Tenorio provides the lowdown on MLS’ plans to ease the restrictions on roster spending (24:35). Plus, an Americans Abroad weekend preview (43:32) and the guys share their “bestest, most fondest moments” from CBS Sports Golazo Network’s first year of existence! (49:58)
Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
Follow the Call It What You Want team on X: @JimmyConrad, @CharlieDavies9, @jessemarsch
For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/
To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/
You can also watch Call It What You Want on the CBS Sports Golazo Network for free on connected TVs and mobile devices through the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com as well as Paramount+.
Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División, AFC Champion League by subscribing to Paramount+
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