The Rondo by GOAL

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The Rondo by GOAL is a soccer show dedicated to the most important stories in U.S. soccer. Released every Thursday, we'll take you behind the scenes of the US National teams, insight into MLS, NWSL, and USL happenings, and status updates from our American stars abroad. Whether you're tuning in to see which retro kits our hosts are wearing or to hear them make bold predictions and cheeky comments, it's the only rondo you want to get caught in the middle of from GOAL USA and Footballco.

  1. 6d ago

    This Is How We Take Soccer In America To The Next Level

    What if MLS, Liga MX, and the Canadian Premier League combined to create one massive North American soccer league? 🤯⚽ The squad is taking over American soccer and pitching their wildest ideas to fix the game! From combining leagues across the US, Mexico, and Canada to introducing promotion and relegation, developing young talent, and creating bigger rivalries, Tom and Raheem debate what it would actually take to transform soccer in North America. Could a new Superleague be the answer, or would it create even bigger problems? 🏆 Let us know in the comments, would you support MLS, Liga MX, and CPL combining into one league? And don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 0:00 - We Have A Plan To Fix American Soccer 0:21 - Combining MLS, Liga MX & Canadian Premier League 1:30 - How The New Superleague Would Work 2:40 - Raheem's Plan To Fix American Soccer 4:20 - Promotion, Relegation & Regional Divisions 5:20 - How The New League Could Develop Young Players 7:40 - The Problem With MLS Youth Development 9:35 - Why Combine Three North American Leagues? 11:00 - MLS Clubs Need To Connect With Local Communities 14:50 - American Soccer's Relationship With Its Fans 15:55 - The Pulse: Football's Biggest Talking Points 16:30 - Should Vinicius Jr. Leave Real Madrid? 19:30 - Messi, Ronaldo & Being Bigger Than The Club 21:30 - How A Superleague Could Create Bigger Rivalries 24:15 - Why Promotion And Relegation Would Raise The Stakes 26:35 - What Would Happen To Canadian Clubs? 28:20 - Is Leagues Cup Already A North American Superleague? 31:20 - Would Combining The Leagues Actually Work? 33:00 - How Liga MX And MLS Clubs Could Benefit 36:45 - What's Stopping A North American Superleague? 39:00 - What Happens To MLS After Messi? 41:30 - Could Women's Soccer Benefit From A Similar League? 43:40 - The Financial Challenges Of Combining The Leagues 46:00 - Final Thoughts & MLS Playoffs #mls #ligamx #canadianpremierleague #americansoccer #soccer #therondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. Oct 21

    Soccer Is Growing In America But Fans Aren't Supporting Their Local Clubs

    Soccer is BOOMING in America, but is MLS getting left behind? 👀 After seeing thousands of fans show up for Premier League Fan Fest in Denver, the squad debates why American soccer fans are so invested in European clubs but don't always show that same passion for their local MLS teams. From Messi's impact and the league's growth to American talent, fan culture, stadium experiences, and the Premier League's popularity, what does MLS need to do to win over more supporters? ⚽ Let us know in the comments, what would make you care more about your local MLS club? And don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 0:00 - Why American Fans Care More About European Clubs 0:40 - Premier League Fan Fest In Denver 2:15 - Is MLS Actually Growing? 3:35 - Would Premier League Fans Show Up For Their Local MLS Club? 5:25 - How Fans Really Consume Soccer 7:05 - Can MLS Ever Compete With The Premier League? 8:15 - What MLS Should Focus On Instead 9:45 - Break 10:20 - The Pulse: Man City And Liverpool Debate 13:10 - Mbappe And The Ballon d'Or Conversation 14:50 - How MLS Is Developing American Talent 19:30 - Why Fans Choose European Clubs Over MLS 23:30 - What Makes European Football So Appealing? 26:00 - MLS Needs A Stronger Fan Culture 30:00 - The Disconnect Between MLS And Premier League Fans 33:55 - What MLS Can Do To Make Fans Care 35:00 - Why The Next Generation Is So Important 39:15 - How MLS Can Build Lifelong Supporters 41:25 - Final Thoughts And MLS Playoffs #mls #premierleague #americansoccer #football #soccer #therondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. Oct 14

    Why It's Hard Being A Manchester City Fan Right Now

    Are Manchester City fans REALLY plastic, or do they get way too much hate for supporting their club? 🤔 The squad debates what makes someone a real football fan, why American supporters choose certain Premier League clubs, and whether Man City's success has changed what it means to support them. From the club's 115 charges and potential punishments to the excitement of winning trophies, should City fans feel differently about their club? 🏆 Let us know in the comments, should Man City face massive fines, points deductions, or even relegation over their charges? And don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. Oct 8

    Nations League Matters MORE Than You Think

    Is the Nations League actually worth caring about, or is it just a bunch of glorified friendlies? 🤔 The squad breaks down why the Nations League exists, why it means so much more to smaller countries than football’s biggest nations, and whether replacing meaningless friendlies with competitive matches has actually worked. From World Cup qualification opportunities and silverware to money, bragging rights and giving smaller nations something real to play for, does the Nations League deserve more respect? 🏆 Let us know in the comments, do you actually care about the Nations League? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #nationsleague #uefanationsleague #football #soccer #internationalfootball #therondo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. Sep 30

    Should MLS Be Worried About This Messi Situation?

    Lionel Messi and MLS commissioner Don Garber were spotted having a heated conversation after an Inter Miami match, but should MLS fans actually be worried? 👀 The squad debates what the moment could mean, without speculating on what was actually said, before looking at the bigger question facing MLS: what happens when the Messi era eventually comes to an end? From the massive global attention and credibility Messi has brought to the league to the challenge of maintaining that momentum without its biggest star, is MLS ready for life after Messi? 🇺🇸 Let us know in the comments, should MLS be worried about life after Messi? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #mls #messi #lionelmessi #intermiami #soccer #football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. Sep 23

    Football Has A MASSIVE Transfer Fee Problem

    Football transfer fees are getting OUT OF CONTROL, but how did we get to the point where clubs are regularly spending over $100M on players who aren't even considered world class? 🤯 The squad breaks down why transfer fees have exploded, how Premier League money is changing the entire transfer market and why clubs are willing to spend more than ever for young talent and squad depth. From Cristiano Ronaldo costing Real Madrid €94M in 2009 to today's nine-figure deals, has the transfer market completely lost the plot? 💰 Let us know in the comments, which transfer fee shocked you the most? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #transfers #premierleague #football #soccer #transfernews #realmadrid Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. Sep 16

    MLS Fans Are WRONG About Promotion And Relegation

    Promotion and relegation is one of the biggest debates in American soccer, but would it actually make MLS better? 👀 The squad reacts to YOUR pro/rel takes and debates whether promotion and relegation could realistically work in MLS, why USL may be better positioned to embrace it and what would need to change for the system to succeed in American soccer. Could pro/rel help USL challenge MLS, or is the current MLS model here to stay? 🇺🇸 Let us know in the comments, does MLS need promotion and relegation? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #mls #usl #promotionrelegation #soccer #football #ussoccer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. Sep 9

    Did Inter Miami Build Something That Can Actually Last?

    Lionel Messi transformed Inter Miami into one of the biggest brands in world football, but what happens when the Messi era eventually comes to an end? 👀 The squad debates whether Inter Miami has built a club that can succeed long term or if too much of its success has been built around Messi. From the star-studded roster and massive global fanbase to the club’s recruitment strategy and sporting infrastructure, can Miami remain one of MLS’ premier clubs without the player who changed everything? 🌴 Let us know in the comments, can Inter Miami survive without Messi? And don’t forget to like and subscribe so you never miss another Rondo debate 🔥 #intermiami #messi #mls #soccer #football #lionelmessi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Rondo by GOAL is a soccer show dedicated to the most important stories in U.S. soccer. Released every Thursday, we'll take you behind the scenes of the US National teams, insight into MLS, NWSL, and USL happenings, and status updates from our American stars abroad. Whether you're tuning in to see which retro kits our hosts are wearing or to hear them make bold predictions and cheeky comments, it's the only rondo you want to get caught in the middle of from GOAL USA and Footballco.

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  • Creator
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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    79
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    The Rondo by GOAL

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