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Gary Neville Calls Out Sidemen, Man Utd Rebuild & Fassbender Meets Klopp! | It's Called Soccer EP 24
In this episode of It’s Called Soccer, Rebecca Lowe and Gary Neville are joined by Hollywood star and Liverpool superfan Michael Fassbender for a jam-packed episode covering everything from Manchester United’s future to the Club World Cup’s billion-dollar prize fund! We kick things off with Manchester United’s rebuild under Sir Jim Ratcliffe—what’s next for Old Trafford? Gary reacts to Ratcliffe’s plans, the potential stadium rebuild, and whether Ruben Amirom is the right man to lead United forward. Next, we dive into football’s biggest money moves, including FIFA’s controversial Club World Cup prize fund—is a billion dollars too much? Plus, could we see a Super Bowl-style halftime show at the World Cup? Then, Gary Neville calls out The Sidemen—is a crossover event with The Overlap on the cards? Rebecca and Gary discuss YouTube football’s growing influence and whether The Sidemen should step up to the challenge. MLS legend Dax McCarty joins the show to talk all things Major League Soccer—how has the league evolved, and is LA Galaxy’s dominance officially over? Finally, Michael Fassbender shares his incredible Klopp & Van Dijk stories, his love for Liverpool, and what he really thinks of the club’s next chapter after Jurgen Klopp. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! 🚀 Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code ICS at https://huel.com/ics (With Minimum $75 purchase). New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $150 in Bonus Bets guaranteed. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook App or check it out at https://www.fanduel.com/ics to get in on the action. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support (MA). Visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 21+ (18+ D.C.) and present in AZ, CO, CT, D.C., IA, IL, IN, KS (in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), KY, LA (permitted parishes only), MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT) or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Man Utd’s Exit, Messi Apology BACKFIRES & Drew Carey from Price is Right! | It’s Called Soccer EP 23
In this episode of It’s Called Soccer, Rebecca Lowe and Gary Neville are joined by comedy legend and Seattle Sounders part-owner Drew Carey for a packed episode covering everything from Man Utd’s struggles to Messi’s impact in MLS! We kick things off with Manchester United’s FA Cup exit—is this rock bottom for United fans? Gary reacts to the state of the club, the growing frustration from supporters, and whether United are losing their global appeal. Next up, Houston Dynamo’s Messi apology—was it fair for fans to expect him to play? We debate whether MLS is too reliant on Messi and what this means for the league moving forward. Then, Drew Carey joins the show! He takes us through his journey from stand-up comedy to owning an MLS club, why he fell in love with soccer, and how he sees the league growing in the U.S. Plus, his bold take on Inter Miami—can they actually be beaten this season? Finally, we put Gary and Rebecca to the test in The Price Is Right: Soccer Edition! Drew hosts as they hilariously guess American prices—who comes out on top? Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! 🚀 Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code ICS at https://huel.com/ics (With Minimum $75 purchase). New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $150 in Bonus Bets guaranteed. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook App or check it out at https://www.fanduel.com/ics to get in on the action. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support (MA). Visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 21+ (18+ D.C.) and present in AZ, CO, CT, D.C., IA, IL, IN, KS (in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), KY, LA (permitted parishes only), MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT) or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Title Race OVER? Real Madrid UCL Favorites & Messi Loses His Cool! | It’s Called Soccer EP 22
In this episode of It’s Called Soccer, Rebecca Lowe, Gary Neville, and Jamie Carragher break down a huge weekend of football, from Arsenal’s title setback to Liverpool’s dominant run and Real Madrid’s Champions League ambitions! We kick things off with Arsenal’s shock defeat to West Ham—was this the moment their title dreams ended? Jamie and Gary debate whether Arteta deserves criticism for failing to sign a striker and if Arsenal fans will turn on the club after another near miss. Next, Liverpool are flying under Arne Slot, but will they be unstoppable in the Premier League for years to come? Jamie makes a bold prediction for next season, and we look at what it would mean for the Reds to match Manchester United’s record 20 league titles. Plus, is Mo Salah the best player in the world right now? Then, Kevin De Bruyne’s future at Manchester City is in doubt—has his time at the top officially come to an end? Gary and Jamie debate whether we’re seeing the last days of City’s greatest-ever player. Finally, Real Madrid look unplayable right now, and with Mbappé finding form, are they now Champions League favorites? Plus, Luka Modric is still bossing midfield at 39—is he the greatest Madrid midfielder of all time? And before we go, we let the MLS randomizer pick teams for Gary, Jamie, and Rebecca—who are they backing in Major League Soccer this season? Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! 🚀 Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code ICS at https://huel.com/ics (With Minimum $75 purchase). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Messi & Miami MUST win, Apple TV’s ‘Onside’ & Phil Neville’s EPL Dream! | It’s Called Soccer EP 21
In this episode of It’s Called Soccer, Rebecca Lowe dives into the biggest MLS stories with Taylor Twellman, Phil Neville, and Give N Go, breaking down everything ahead of the 2024 MLS season! We kick things off with Inter Miami’s rebuild under Javier Mascherano and the pressure on Messi, Suarez, and Busquets to deliver silverware. Can Inter Miami dominate MLS, or will this be a failed experiment? 🤔 Next up, San Diego FC officially joins MLS! How will they fare in their debut season, and can they replicate St. Louis City’s instant success? Plus, we discuss the league’s expansion, Wilfried Zaha’s surprise move to Charlotte FC, and what’s next for David Beckham’s Miami project. Then, Taylor Twellman joins the show to discuss Apple TV’s ‘Onside’ docuseries, the evolution of MLS, and where the league is heading in the next decade. Is MLS finally gaining global respect? And what does the league need to change to compete with Europe? Finally, Phil Neville sits down for an exclusive chat about his new role at Portland Timbers, his Premier League dream, and why the MLS off-season is a major problem for players. Plus, he reveals what he learned from Mauricio Pochettino and the differences between coaching in the U.S. vs. Europe. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! 🚀 Get Huel today with this exclusive offer for New Customers of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift with code ICS at https://huel.com/ics (With Minimum $75 purchase). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Super Bowl Recap, Liverpool’s FA Cup SHOCK & Brad Friedel Joins! | It’s Called Soccer EP 20
In this episode of It’s Called Soccer, Rebecca Lowe and Jamie Carragher dive into the biggest football and Super Bowl stories of the week, with USMNT legend Brad Friedel joining the show from Istanbul! We kick things off with Super Bowl LVIII, breaking down the Philadelphia Eagles' huge win and why Taylor Swift was booed at the stadium. Jamie gets a Super Bowl crash course, and Rebecca explains why the event brings all of America to a standstill. Next up, we discuss Liverpool’s FA Cup disaster against Plymouth Argyle. Did Arne Slot make the right lineup choices? And how does this impact Liverpool’s title push ahead of the massive Merseyside Derby against Everton? Jamie explains why this could be the biggest game of the Premier League season. Then, we turn our focus to Alexander Isak, with Jamie declaring him one of the best attackers in the world. Could he move to Arsenal, Liverpool, or even Real Madrid? And how will he match up against Virgil van Dijk in the Carabao Cup Final? We also break down the crisis at Tottenham—is Ange Postecoglou under pressure? Why do Spurs always seem to fall short in big moments? And what’s next for Chelsea after their latest collapse? Finally, we welcome USMNT goalkeeping legend Brad Friedel, who shares his thoughts on American goalkeepers struggling in Europe, his early days at Liverpool, and his time as a Premier League veteran. Plus, he looks ahead to the 2026 World Cup on home soil! Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode! 🚀 Get Huel today with this exclusive offer of 15% OFF + a FREE Gift at https://www.huel.com/ics New to FanDuel Sportsbook? Bet $5 and Get $150 in Bonus Bets guaranteed. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook App or check it out at https://www.fanduel.com/ics to get in on the action. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Hope is here. GamblingHelpLineMA.org or call (800) 327-5050 for 24/7 support (MA). Visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). Call 1-877-8HOPE-NY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). 21+ (18+ D.C.) and present in AZ, CO, CT, D.C., IA, IL, IN, KS (in affiliation with Kansas Star Casino), KY, LA (permitted parishes only), MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. First online real money wager only. $5 first deposit required. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable bonus bets which expire 7 days after receipt. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Call 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT) or visit FanDuel.com/RG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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