World Soccer Talk

Jim Beglin, heard on Premier League and Champions League broadcasts, talks with Kyle Fansler about his time in the media industry.Beglin, who represented Liverpool and Leeds among other clubs during his playing career, is part of a special company. He won a league and cup double with Liverpool in the 1985/86 season.Unfortunately, injuries plagued the Irishman's career, forcing an early retirement in 1991.On the bright side, his playing career opened the door into the broadcast injury. With his experience playing in and winning some of England and Europe's biggest competitions, his knowledge of the game is extensive.In this episode, Beglin discusses a variety of topics.How injuries actually brought new opportunities off the pitchPlaying on some of Liverpool's most dominant sidesRepresenting Ireland internationallyDealing with criticism from listeners and watchersThe experience of calling World Cup gamesMoving from Ireland to England as a teenager in the 1980sThe current international and club scene in EuropeTh

We discuss why do the US soccer networks have such a hard time finding a critical USMNT analyst, our thoughts on ESPN's coverage of the USA-El Salvador game, where does Taylor Twellman go from here, all the details about Euro 2024 and Euro 2028 are heading, what we expect from CBS' coverage of Canada-USA, news about a new soccer documentary on Netflix plus listener mailbag and a whole lot more. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we feature Matt Jones from The Blue Room Podcast and Kartik Krishnaiyer. They discuss the impact of fan culture on soccer clubs in light of what's happening at Everton.When fans feel powerless against the decisions made by their own club that they’ve supported all their life, what do they do? On today’s podcast episode, we delve into the current situation at Everton and what it says about the club’s owner is on a completely different wavelength than the club’s fanbase. Whether you’re a supporter of Everton or not, it’s something that most fans can relate to. Club owners make business decisions that are often mistake prone. But what happens when those irresponsible decisions take your club close to relegation?In the podcast, a central figure of conversation is Kia Joorabchian, the businessman who brokered irresponsible deals with clubs all around England including Arsenal, Manchester City, QPR and West Ham United, among others.With the season already half over, we ask what the expectations are

Derek Rae joins host Kyle Fansler to talk about his career in soccer broadcasting.Rae, one of the most popular and known voices in English-language soccer commentary, shows off a handful of items collected throughout his time in the game. His time covering soccer includes a number of major games and tournaments, including perhaps the most memorable Champions League Final of all time.Also, Derek Rae talks about his language background. Many people recognize the commentator for his attention to detail in regards to pronunciation of teams and players, like Bruno Fernandes and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.Some of the other topics discussed include:• His thoughts on pronouncing player names• The advantages of being a freelance commentator• How a background in language helped him in his broadcast career• His memories of calling Champions League games on ESPN• What it was like calling the greatest Champions League final ever• Which World Cup has been the most memorable for him out of all of them since 1990• His thoughts on

In the NEW episode, we discuss how much (do) we need the middle men who broadcast soccer, beIN SPORTS's coverage of Africa Cup Of Nations sinks to new lows, the latest analysis on the US Soccer TV rights deal for the USMNT and USWNT, DAZN has a lot of appealing soccer content heading our way, what to look out for in the new version of the Fubo app, and we answer your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a discussion with ESPN's Janusz Michallik and World Soccer Talk's Kartik Krishnaiyer, host Kyle Fansler asks about several topics including: are MLS clubs selling U.S. talent too cheaply, how the pendulum is changing with MLS selling players to Europe, Americans that missed out on signing for European clubs, why European clubs are signing players from North America now than ever before, and how Insigne can help the US Men's National Team. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we discuss ESPN+'s latest soccer numbers, a drought has fallen on the Africa Cup of Nations, FOX cements a World Cup deal with Twitter, which soccer channels are losing the biggest % of subscribers, and why does the FA Cup upset MLS writers so? Plus we recommend matches to watch this weekend as well as answering your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transfermarkt's Manuel Veth and Kartik Krishnaiyer are this week's guests to discuss the January Transfer Window. Host Kyle Fansler asks Manuel and Kartik about what major transfers we can expect to see in this window, what Newcastle United's strategy will be, which leagues will see the major moves, and whether we may see more or less deals signed this month than previously. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss what differences there are with Premier League games on the USA Network. Who the big winner is with the Pepi and Dike transfers to Europe. We share what happened to Sky Sports News. We look ahead to the latest news about the next MLS TV deal. And we share our recommendations of what to watch this weekend. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kyle Fansler chats with Keith Costigan and Kartik Krishnaiyer about how and why some managers thrive with different philosophies through their coaching.Costigan, who works with FOX Sports and the Seattle Sounders, has a UEFA A coaching license, requiring significant research and learning into the world of coaching. He, along with Krishnaiyer, break down how the likes of Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp achieved their statuses as some of the game's greatest coaches.Also, the pair talk about coaching philosophies at different levels. This includes clubs constantly in relegation battles and organizations like Red Bull, which seeks to cut down on certain growing pains by using similar styles at multiple clubs. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listen to our latest episode to play our soccer knowledge quiz. And celebrate the end of 2021 and the start of 2022 with us. We also talk about what the holidays would be like if there was no soccer on TV. On behalf of the entire staff at World Soccer Talk, we'd like to wish you Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year. Thanks for listening. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the latest episode, we discuss FIFA's biennial World Cup idea, whether Concacaf is in support of the biennial World Cup, how the idea helps or hurts Gianni Infantino politically, is MLS for or against the idea, and what US Soccer Federation's stance is on the biennial World Cup. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss the crystal ball revealing who is getting MLS rights, a new soccer documentary hits the airwaves about one of Europe’s top institutions, Spectrum TV throws English soccer fans a bone, why MLS is not in a New York state of mind, what USA Network's Premier League coverage will look like, broadcasters don't need to hype leagues that do its talking on the pitch, and we answer your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Major League Soccer is different from many soccer leagues. Rather than crowning a champion based on the club's results throughout the 34-game season, the league takes a more American approach. LAFC's Dave Denholm and World Soccer Talk's Kartik Krishnaiyer talk about parity in soccer and how the U.S.'s top league could be improved in the future. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss why the US Soccer calendar needs to change. MLS drops more details about their next TV deal. Der Klassiker, Champions League and Philly-NYCFC suffer from technical problems. And we share our recommendations of what to watch this weekend. Plus, who has the best marketing machine between ABC/ESPN, NBC and CBS? And we discuss the success of F1 on ESPN and what ideas that may create for broadcasters wanting to grow soccer stateside. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

MLS gets a record TV rating for a game on Thanksgiving Day., meanwhile, can the Leagues Cup save MLS’ next TV deal? We have the latest news about the A-League rights in the U.S. And we share our recommended matches to watch this weekend. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss the latest news about the next MLS TV rights deal, we talk NWSL and whether the Championship Final is an indication of the level the league is at, where NBC Sports goes from here with the Premier League coverage, has CBS Sports' soccer coverage lost their audience in order to chase social media likes and media attention, our recommended games to watch this weekend, is it time for FOX Sports to clean house, and your feedback in the Listener Mailbag segment. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss NBC renewing the Premier League rights deal in the U.S., and what it means for soccer fans and MLS. A new podcast series is coming to Spotify about the last days of Diego Maradona. Amazon Prime does one better with a new Maradona series featuring an unlikely cameo. We analyze CBS’s coverage of the World Cup Qualifiers. Telemundo shares initial plans for their World Cup coverage. And we answer your questions in the Listener Mailbag segment. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s the end of an era for both ESPN and NBCSN when it comes to soccer coverage. More details on FOX’s shocking acquisition of European Championship rights. A popular soccer presenter calls it a day. You the listeners share your opinions about national TV ratings for MLS. Plus anticipation is building for the big announcement from the Premier League. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

We dive into what we thought of ESPN’s coverage of El Clásico. How the new rule of five substitutes is or isn’t a good idea. Fubo agrees a deal to bring more European soccer to streamers. Why we now have more soccer leagues available to you free of charge than ever before. What MLS broadcasts are missing to make them better. And you, the listeners, give us your feedback on whether the Premier League should do a split deal among two major broadcasters. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.