Left Side of the Pitch

Left Side of the Pitch
  • 5.0 (5)
  • Soccer

Left Side of the Pitch discusses the beautiful game both on an off the pitch. Episodes will cover notable moments from the 2026 men's World Cup as well as the social movements, protests and grassroots organizing that make football the beautiful game. 

Episodes

  1. 6h ago

    Spain Beats Argentina - A Most Conflicted Final!

    Chavez and Johnson are joined by pod debutants, Dora and Jessica. They discuss the final, the conflict of choosing a colonizer over a Latin American team and face off in an epic lightning round! Special thanks to Cristy Road Carrera @croadcore for the art and to Manu Chao @manuchaoofficial and Los Jornaleros del Norte for the music.

  2. Jul 15

    Where Have All the Underdogs Gone?

    Chavez, Johnson and Romo meet up to discuss proper penalties, dubious referee decisions and the lament of the knockout round.  Special thanks to Cristy Road Carrera @croadcore for the art and to Manu Chao @manuchaoofficial and Reverie x Coyote x Louden for the music.

  3. Jul 6

    Addressing the Imperialist Elephant on the Pitch + Cabo Verde Live Reaction!!

    Chavez, Johnson & Romo are joined by Madera for a deep discussion on politics and the beautiful game. Start, Sub, Bench gets silly and the Lightning Round pushes the participants soccer smarts! Special thanks to Cristy Road Carrera @croadcore for the art and to Miriam Makeba and Manu Chao @manuchaoofficial for the music.

  4. Jul 1

    LSOTP Special: 6 days in Mexico City w/ Chuy!

    Johnson catches up with Chuy after his 6 days in DF. They discuss the city coming alive, seeing the Azteca for the first time, the future for El Tri and the political movements surrounding it all.

  5. Jun 29

    Wrapping up the Group Stage & Cross Cultural Pollination!

    Chavez, Johnson and Romo are back in action to discuss the end of the group stage matches, the amazing love between supporters and the usual insights on the beautiful game. We are joined by Tony and a surprise appearance from Victor! Special thanks to Cristy Road Carrera @croadcore for the art and Manu Chao @manuchaoofficial and Groupe MilanoYali for the music.

  6. Jun 19

    Upsets, Golazos & Community Resistance - Group Stage Round 1

    Johnson and Romo hold it down in Chavez' absence and discuss the first round of the group stage, community resistance, and the overlap of geopolitics and football. Thanks to our special guests Alma and Bijan.  Special thanks to Cristy Road Carrera @croadcore for the art and Manu Chao @manuchaoofficial, Tehran Vocal Ensemble, Milad Omranloo, and Baraye for the music.

  7. Jun 14

    The Copa Kicks Off!

    Chavez, Johnson and Romo discuss the kickoff of the World Cup, the social and political happenings around the tournament and analyze Mexico v. South Africa and South Korea v. Czechia.  Special thanks to Cristy Road Carrera @croadcore for the art and Manu Chao @manuchaoofficial for the music.

  • 7 Episodes

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About

Left Side of the Pitch discusses the beautiful game both on an off the pitch. Episodes will cover notable moments from the 2026 men's World Cup as well as the social movements, protests and grassroots organizing that make football the beautiful game. 

Information

  • Creator
    Left Side of the Pitch
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Left Side of the Pitch
  • Show Website
    Left Side of the Pitch

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