274 episodes

The CBS Sports Golazo Network presents Call It What You Want, a weekly podcast where Jimmy Conrad, Jesse Marsch and Charlie Davies cover all things USMNT and the state of the beautiful game in the United States.

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

    • Sports
    • 4.3 • 261 Ratings

The CBS Sports Golazo Network presents Call It What You Want, a weekly podcast where Jimmy Conrad, Jesse Marsch and Charlie Davies cover all things USMNT and the state of the beautiful game in the United States.

    Dest in doubt for Copa America | Wright's big day at Wembley | Schulte on Columbus’ Champions Cup journey (Soccer 4/22)

    Dest in doubt for Copa America | Wright's big day at Wembley | Schulte on Columbus’ Champions Cup journey (Soccer 4/22)

    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. 
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    • 1 hr 9 min
    Pulisic, Musah and AC Milan crash out of Europe... so now what?? (Soccer 4/18)

    Pulisic, Musah and AC Milan crash out of Europe... so now what?? (Soccer 4/18)

    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/
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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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    • 43 min
    Tony Meola on never looking back, World Cup fever, the cost of family first, and the game now vs then (Kickin' It)

    Tony Meola on never looking back, World Cup fever, the cost of family first, and the game now vs then (Kickin' It)

    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.

    Kickin’ It is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
    Follow the Kickin’ It team on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @kate_abdo, @CharlieDavies9, @MauriceEdu, @clint_dempsey
    Watch Kickin’ It on the CBS Sports Golazo Network, the 24-hour soccer streaming network that is available for free on connected TV and mobile devices through the CBS Sports App and Pluto TV, and on CBSSports.com, as well as Paramount+.
    For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/
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    • 51 min
    Countdown to the Olympics! | Tanner Tessman talks Venezia & U23s | El Farolito's Open Cup story (Soccer 4/15)

    Countdown to the Olympics! | Tanner Tessman talks Venezia & U23s | El Farolito's Open Cup story (Soccer 4/15)

    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+.
    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+
    Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters.

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    • 1 hr 5 min
    Tata Martino laments MLS roster rules as Inter Miami miss out on Club World Cup dream (Soccer 4/12)

    Tata Martino laments MLS roster rules as Inter Miami miss out on Club World Cup dream (Soccer 4/12)

    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+
    Sign up to the Golazo newsletter, your ultimate guide to the Beautiful Game as our experts take you beyond the pitch and around the globe with news that matters.

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    • 55 min
    Interview: Josh Sargent on success at Norwich, relationship with Haji Wright, and Copa America expectations (Morning Footy)

    Interview: Josh Sargent on success at Norwich, relationship with Haji Wright, and Copa America expectations (Morning Footy)

    The Morning Footy crew welcome in USMNT and Norwich City striker Josh Sargent. The group discuss his successful season with the Canaries scoring 15 goals and delivering 1 assist in just 22 appearances, a tally that makes the Missouri native the hottest forward in all of England regardless of division. Josh also discusses his relationship with USMNT teammate Haji Wright, the competitive parody in the Championship, and how his game has developed. And finally, a chat about playing in a World Cup, being a redhead, the competition at his position for the US team, and Copa America expectations.

    Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts. 
    Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9
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    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
261 Ratings

261 Ratings

AlexandriaDan ,

Heath

Count me among the many who wish Heath was back. He was great and his chemistry and connection to Jimmy and Charlie was palpable - and kept the other two honest.

civil tongue ,

Beautiful interview with Tristan Torbett

What started out as a Jamaica preview and discussion of the starting lineup turned into a beautiful beautiful interview. It was so impressive. How the boys treated Tristan like he was a member of the team. And at the end when they told him hope he scored more goals than Tyler, Adams, it was like the team kidding that goes on. And the laughter was so genuine and inclusive. Gentleman you did a great thing. 10 stars.

cherry streets ,

Bring back Heath

Jesse is bad

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