My Mom Calls It Soccer

Michele Duvall Boswell
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This is a podcast for people who don't know much about soccer...or football...or whatever you call it! We will cover information on rules, matches, players, and all the things that will help you learn to love the Beautiful Game! Come along on this journey with Michele as her son Chase teaches her everything a new fan needs to know!

  1. 5d ago

    No Club Soccer for 3 Weeks?! What New Soccer Fans Should Watch During the International Break

    No club soccer for THREE WEEKS?! Don’t panic. The international break is actually the perfect time for new soccer fans to go deeper, discover new teams, and learn more about the game.In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, Michele, Chase, and Grandma are giving new soccer and football fans their International Break Survival Guide: what to watch, what to learn, and how to use the break to build your soccer obsession instead of just counting the days until club football returns.Maybe you’re still trying to find the club that feels like YOUR team. Maybe you’ve already fallen for Liverpool, Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Manchester United, or another club, but you want to understand its history, biggest rivals, legendary players, fan culture, and the competitions that make soccer so addictive.We’ve got you.We’re sharing some of our required viewing for new soccer fans, including documentaries, series, matches, and other ways to learn about the clubs, leagues, players, rivalries, and supporters that make the world’s game so special.And we’re talking about something every new fan needs to hear:You are allowed to be new at this.You don’t need to know every player who has ever worn your club’s shirt. You don’t have to understand every competition yet. You don’t need to know 100 years of club history before you can call yourself a fan.Fall in love with the game first. The rest comes with time. And honestly? Learning all of that stuff is part of the fun.So while the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and other club competitions take a break, consider this your homework.We’re here to help you learn soccer, understand football, find your team, and become the kind of fan who suddenly realizes they have very strong opinions about a club located 4,000 miles away. New to soccer? Subscribe to My Mom Calls It Soccer and follow along as we learn the game, explore the biggest clubs and leagues in the world, explain soccer for beginners, and help new fans find a team to love.#SoccerForBeginners #NewSoccerFans #InternationalBreak #SoccerDocumentaries #FootballForBeginners #PremierLeague #LaLiga #ChampionsLeague #SoccerPodcast #MyMomCallsItSoccer

  2. Sep 15

    What Do I Watch After the World Cup? The Champions League!

    The World Cup may be over, but you don’t have to stop watching the best soccer players in the world. 🌍⚽ The UEFA Champions League brings many of the stars you loved during the World Cup back together, this time competing for their club teams in one of the biggest tournaments in world football.In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, Chase, Michele & Grandma break down the Champions League for new soccer fans: who plays in it, how teams qualify, how the tournament works, when the matches are played, and where you can watch the Champions League in the United States.And Michele has a potentially controversial take: If you’re brand new to soccer, the Champions League might actually be the easiest place to start watching club football. 👀You get powerhouse clubs, superstar players, huge matchups and plenty of drama without having to immediately commit to following an entire European league.Chase has some thoughts about Michele’s theory. 😂If the 2026 World Cup turned you into a soccer fan and now you’re wondering what to watch next, we’re here to help. My Mom Calls It Soccer is made for new and curious fans who want to understand the game, find players and teams to follow, and discover just how fun European football can be.⚽ In this episode:• What is the UEFA Champions League?• Which teams compete?• How does the Champions League format work?• Where can Americans watch Champions League matches?• Which World Cup stars can you keep watching?• Is Champions League the BEST gateway into club soccer?Tune in, subscribe, and follow along as we help new soccer fans find their way into the beautiful game.#ChampionsLeague #UEFAChampionsLeague #SoccerForBeginners #NewSoccerFans #WorldCup #EuropeanFootball #SoccerPodcast #FootballPodcast #MyMomCallsItSoccer

  3. Sep 12

    Transfer Deadline Explained | Biggest Soccer Transfers + Transfer vs. Trade

    The soccer transfer window is CLOSED…so who won, who lost, and who might already have buyer’s remorse? If you’re an American sports fan who understands NFL trades, NBA free agency and draft day drama but gets completely lost when soccer starts talking about transfer windows, transfer fees and deadline day, this episode is for you.Chase attempts to explain to Michele and Grandma how soccer transfers actually work and why the system is so different from the NFL, NBA and other American sports. And Michele works very hard to remember one extremely important lesson:⚽ It’s a TRANSFER.🏈 Not a trade.😬 Old NFL habits die hard.Then we break down some of the biggest transfers from the latest transfer window across the Premier League, La Liga and other major European soccer leagues. Which clubs made the smartest moves? Which new signings could completely change a team’s season? And which clubs might eventually wish they could have a do-over?If the 2026 World Cup turned you into a soccer fan and you’re trying to figure out how club football works, welcome. My Mom Calls It Soccer is made for new and growing soccer fans who want to understand the game without needing a PhD in football.In this episode:• What is the soccer transfer window?• What happens on Transfer Deadline Day?• Transfer vs. trade: what’s the difference?• Why do clubs pay transfer fees?• How soccer transfers differ from the NFL and NBA• The biggest Premier League and European transfers• Which clubs improved the most?• Which transfers could they regret?Subscribe for more beginner-friendly soccer explainers, World Cup player updates, European football, Premier League, La Liga, Champions League and our 15 Minutes to Fandom series.#TransferDeadline #SoccerTransfers #TransferWindow #PremierLeague #LaLiga #FootballTransfers #SoccerForBeginners #NewSoccerFans #MyMomCallsItSoccer

  4. Aug 28

    Your World Cup Favorite Has a Club Team. Let's Find It!

    You fell in love with them during the 2026 World Cup… but where can you watch them now? We’re still tracking down your favorite World Cup stars and helping you figure out where they play their club football. This week, we’re heading to THREE of Europe’s biggest leagues: Germany’s Bundesliga, Italy’s Serie A and France’s Ligue 1.Which World Cup players made a splash and now play in these leagues? Which clubs should new soccer fans know? And most importantly… could your football soulmate be waiting for you in Germany, Italy or France? If the World Cup turned you into a soccer fan but you have no idea what to watch next, My Mom Calls It Soccer is for you. We help new American soccer fans understand the game, discover the biggest leagues and players, and find a club team they’ll actually want to follow.BundesligaSerie ALigue 12026 World Cup starsAnd maybe… your new favorite club.Need help finding where your favorite World Cup player plays now? Visit mymomcallsitsoccer.com and use our Team Finder to discover their club, league and where to watch.Subscribe for more 15 Minutes to Fandom episodes designed to take you from “I only watch the World Cup” to “DON’T TALK TO ME, MY TEAM IS PLAYING.” #WorldCup2026 #SoccerForBeginners #Bundesliga #SerieA #Ligue1

  5. Aug 26

    2026 World Cup Stars to Watch in the Premier League | A New Fan’s Guide to the EPL

    The 2026 World Cup may be over, but you don’t have to say goodbye to the players you fell in love with this summer. In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, we’re helping new soccer fans turn their World Cup obsession into a full-blown Premier League habit.Wondering where you can watch Norway’s Erling Haaland after his incredible seven-goal World Cup? He’s back scoring goals for Manchester City. Looking for England star Declan Rice? You’ll find him at Arsenal. In fact, the Premier League had more players represented at the 2026 FIFA World Cup than any other league, making it a pretty great place to start if the World Cup turned you into a soccer fan.We break down some of the biggest 2026 World Cup stars playing in the Premier League, where to find them, and why the English Premier League (EPL) is one of the easiest and most exciting leagues for new American soccer fans to start following.Plus, Michele gets a BIG surprise when Grandma reveals which Premier League club she’s supporting this season, while Chase once again makes his allegiance crystal clear: Barcelona is his one and only. 🔵🔴🌟 New to soccer after the 2026 World Cup? Start here.Visit mymomcallsitsoccer.com for tools designed specifically for new fans:⚽ World Cup Player Finder: Search for your favorite 2026 World Cup player and discover which club team they play for so you can keep watching them all season.🏆 Find Your Premier League Team: Take the EPL team quiz from our friends at The Tap Inn and find the Premier League club that fits YOU.Whether you call it soccer or football, if the 2026 FIFA World Cup made you a fan and now you’re wondering what do I watch next?, you’ve found your people.My Mom Calls It Soccer helps new soccer fans understand the teams, players, leagues, rivalries and drama without assuming you already know what everyone is talking about.👍 Like this episode⚽ Subscribe and follow for more soccer for beginners📲 Share it with another new soccer fan who needs help figuring out what to watch after the World Cup!#PremierLeague #EPL #WorldCup2026 #ErlingHaaland #DeclanRice #ManchesterCity #Arsenal #SoccerForBeginners #NewSoccerFans #FootballForBeginners #PremierLeagueForBeginners #MyMomCallsItSoccer #SoccerPodcast #FootballPodcast #WorldCup #LaLiga #bundesliga

  6. Aug 14

    Hey Jude...Where Can We Watch You Now?

    How are you supposed to survive without the World Cup and seeing Jude Bellingham every week? Easy. Watch La Liga! The 2026-27 La Liga season kicks off this weekend, and if you became a fan watching Jude Bellingham, Lamine Yamal, Kylian Mbappé, Vini Jr., and the stars of the 2026 World Cup, La Liga may be the league you need to watch.Loved watching Spain win it all? You’re going to love La Liga. Many of Spain’s biggest stars play in La Liga, and you can watch them throughout the season on ESPN.Loved Argentina’s tough, physical style? You’ll find plenty of Argentine stars playing in Spain, too.And if you fell in love with a World Cup player but have absolutely no idea what club they play for now, we’ve got you covered.Head to MyMomCallsItSoccer.com, type in your favorite player, and find out what club they play for, what league they’re in, and where you can watch them.So if you’re a new soccer fan in the U.S. wondering what to watch after the World Cup, start here.La Liga. Jude. Yamal. Mbappé. And a whole lot more.Welcome to your new favorite league.Go to our website NOW to type in your favorite World Cup player and get their club team! https://mymomcallsitsoccer.com/00:00 Intro01:43 FC Barcelona overview02:29 Real Madrid big players02:39 Jude Bellingham, Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior03:15 Lamine Yamal04:04 Barcelona big players05:13 Why should someone follow Mbappé and Real Madrid?05:58 Rodri, Ferran Torres06:24 Ferran Torres’ transfer to PSG07:12 Yan Diomandé07:44 Julián Alvarez & Atlético Madrid08:46 Mikel Oyarzabal & Real Sociedad09:20 Thibaut Courtois10:02 Joan Garcia 10:10 Unai Simon, Nico Williams & Athletic Bilbao11:35 Gavi & Lamine Yamal’s bet12:23 Aurélien Tchouaméni12:50 Why watch LALIGA?13:34 Dani Olmo14:29 MMCIS Team Finder & where to watch LALIGA

  7. Jul 17

    KC World Cup Reflections | Favorite Moments as a Media Volunteer

    What is it really like to volunteer at the FIFA World Cup? In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, Michele Boswell takes viewers behind the scenes of her unforgettable experience as a volunteer at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Kansas City, Missouri. Michele volunteered at five of the six World Cup matches hosted at Kansas City's World Cup stadium and attended the one match she wasn't assigned to work, giving her a unique perspective on one of the world's biggest sporting events. From watching elite international players up close to witnessing the incredible energy of supporters from around the globe, she shares what made this once in a lifetime experience so special. Fans representing Argentina, Algeria, Curaçao, Ecuador, the Netherlands, Tunisia, Austria, Colombia, Ghana, and Switzerland transformed Kansas City into a global celebration of football, creating an atmosphere that exceeded every expectation. Michele reflects on the unforgettable fan culture, the excitement inside the stadium, and the privilege of seeing some of the world's best players from just a few feet away. Beyond the matches, she shares why the friendships formed with the FIFA World Cup Media Team volunteers and the thousands of other volunteers became the highlight of the tournament. Their teamwork, enthusiasm, and shared love of the game created memories that will last long after the final whistle. If you've ever wondered what it's like to volunteer at a FIFA World Cup, are thinking about applying for a future tournament, or simply want to experience the tournament through the eyes of someone who lived it from behind the scenes, this episode offers an inside look at one of the most rewarding volunteer opportunities in sports. Michele says she would volunteer again in a heartbeat and encourages anyone who gets the opportunity to do the same. ⚽ Topics covered: FIFA World Cup 2026 volunteer experienceKansas City World Cup matchesBehind the scenes at the FIFA World CupInternational football fans and supporter cultureMedia Team volunteer storiesWhat it's like to volunteer at a major sporting eventWhy volunteering at the World Cup is worth itIf you enjoy stories about soccer, football culture, travel, and the people who make the World's Game so special, be sure to like, subscribe, and join the conversation.

  8. Jun 15

    Kyle Miles Returns! Liverpool Updates & World Cup Fever Across Scotland, South Africa & the USA

    Liverpool supporter and friend of the show Kyle Miles is back!Kyle is the head of the Official Liverpool Supporters Club Kansas City, but his soccer story spans three countries and three football cultures. Born in Scotland, raised in South Africa, and now living in the United States, Kyle brings a unique perspective to the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the global game.In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, we dive into the latest Liverpool news, discuss the future of the Reds, and talk World Cup hopes for Scotland, South Africa, and the USA. We also explore what makes fans from different countries experience the game in completely different ways.Whether you're a lifelong Liverpool FC supporter, following the FIFA World Cup 2026, or you're brand new to soccer and trying to learn more about the sport, this conversation has something for you.Topics include:⚽ Liverpool FC updates and summer news⚽ Official Liverpool Supporters Club Kansas City⚽ Scotland at the FIFA World Cup⚽ South Africa's soccer culture and World Cup journey⚽ United States soccer and the growth of the game⚽ World Cup predictions and fan perspectives⚽ Soccer for new fansMy Mom Calls It Soccer is the podcast helping new fans learn, enjoy, and fall in love with the world's game.#LiverpoolFC #LFC #YNWA #LiverpoolSupportersClub #KansasCity #WorldCup2026 #FIFAWorldCup #ScotlandFootball #SouthAfricaFootball #USMNT #SoccerPodcast #MyMomCallsItSoccer #KansasCitySoccer #NewSoccerFans #FootballPodcast

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This is a podcast for people who don't know much about soccer...or football...or whatever you call it! We will cover information on rules, matches, players, and all the things that will help you learn to love the Beautiful Game! Come along on this journey with Michele as her son Chase teaches her everything a new fan needs to know!

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  • Creator
    Michele Duvall Boswell
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    60
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michele Duvall Boswell
  • Show Website
    My Mom Calls It Soccer