Jesse Marsch: Coaching Canada, World Cup Dreams & Premier League Reality | It’s Called Soccer EP 60
It’s Episode 60 of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by Canada men’s national team head coach Jesse Marsch 🇨🇦🎙️
The conversation quickly deepens as Jesse breaks down what has changed for Canada since he took charge — on the pitch, in the dressing room, and across the entire program.
Jesse opens up about the balancing act of finding his best XI while experimenting tactically, offering an extended, thoughtful look at how he builds a team identity.
We also explore how the World Cup draw will shape Canada’s tournament — including a fascinating comparison to his time at RB Leipzig. Then the discussion shifts to his coaching philosophy: how he manages the human side of players while integrating a highly data-driven approach.
Jesse reveals the biggest differences between coaching a club and a national team, why he empowers players with freedom.
We round things out with Canada’s ambitions for the World Cup, his candid thoughts on the country’s football infrastructure, and why developing young players and coaches is crucial for long-term success. Jesse also tackles the big question: Is Premier League scrutiny really as brutal as people say?
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0:00 - Intro
2:31 - Impact on Canadian National Team
05:20 - Lead Up To WC 2026
07:01 - How The Draw Can Dictate The World Cup
09:10 - Managing Players And The Data Side Of Football
10:55 - Difference Between International And Club Football
15:16 - Facing The USA
19:21 - Infrastructure Of Canadian Football
23:01 - Experience In The Premier League
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Man City vs Liverpool DRAMA! Wirtz's PL Struggles & Messi Makes History | It’s Called Soccer EP 59
It’s Episode 59 of It’s Called Soccer 🎉
Then it’s straight into City vs Liverpool, where Theo talks Doku's performance. Meanwhile, Theo and Taylor opens up about Florian Wirtz, drawing the Özil comparisons and explaining why they're a little worried about him right now.
Are Liverpool already out of the title race? Taylor and Theo break it down — and Theo drops a brilliant behind-the-scenes moment: Conor Bradley was meant to do the interview… until Virgil van Dijk said HE wanted to go speak to Wayne.
Arsenal fans get their moment too, as Theo argues a point away at Sunderland is… actually good?
Over in MLS, Messi hits 400 assists.
And finally, reactions to Cristiano Ronaldo saying the World Cup “isn’t a dream” anymore — Taylor gives a brilliant take, and Theo jumps in with his angle too.
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0:00 - Intro
0:40 - Happy Birthday To Rebecca
04:50 - Man City vs Liverpool talk
11:00 - Florian Wirtz's struggles
12:04 - Liverpool Out Of Title Race
13:24 - Van Dijk vs Rooney
16:43 - Sunderland Draw With Arsenal
18:15 - Tyler Adams' Concussion
24:30 - MLS Talk & Messi's Historic Game
28:50 - Player of the Week
32:22 - Question Of The Week
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Unstoppable Haaland, Arsenal Keep Winning & Trent’s Anfield Return | It’s Called Soccer EP 58
It’s Episode 58 of It’s Called Soccer as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and Rebecca Lowe dive straight into another stacked show 🔥⚽
The title race is heating up — and Theo is lost for words over Erling Haaland’s form, saying he’s never seen a striker like him. Taylor insists it’s Arsenal’s title to lose, as the crew debate whether anyone can stop Arteta’s set-piece machine.
Declan Rice or Moisés Caicedo? Both Theo and Taylor weigh in with their picks 👀
Over in North London, is the Spence, van de Ven & Frank situation becoming a real concern for Spurs? Theo then turns to Wolves, questioning why clubs keep going back to old managers and tipping Michael Carrick as a smart next move.
Then it’s Liverpool vs Real Madrid — how will Anfield react to Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return? Taylor delivers a brilliant segment here on what the occasion means.
In MLS, the pressure’s on Inter Miami as Messi chases playoff success — he needs this one. Plus, the lads share their Player of the Week picks and explain why it might surprise you.
To wrap up, the long-awaited Liverpool x Man City Combined XI gets a full debate.
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Liverpool In Crisis, Arsenal To Win PL & Amorim Turns Man Utd Around | It’s Called Soccer EP 57
It’s Episode 57 of It’s Called Soccer as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and Rebecca Lowe return with another packed show 🔥⚽
Theo wastes no time winding Rebecca up about Palace’s weekend — before the Halloween chat takes over (Theo’s costume reveal might steal the show 🎃).
Then it’s Liverpool under the microscope. Is this just a blip, or are the Reds in real trouble? Theo says you can’t implement five or six new players into a title-winning side overnight — calling VVD a shadow of himself and questioning Konaté’s form. Taylor adds that last season was Klopp’s team — and now Slot has to truly coach.
Arsenal fans, you’ll want to hear this one 👀 Theo says they can’t lose the league now, while Taylor asks if being “boring” even matters when you’re winning.
Across the pond, Thomas Müller’s arrival in MLS gets big praise — has he changed the perception of the league?
Plus, Winner Stays On returns: Theo backs his best wingers, while Taylor goes all in on the strikers.
Special guest, Audi president, Daniel Weissland joins to talk Messi’s impact on MLS and Audi, Kane tearing up the Bundesliga, and even weighs in on the great tea debate ☕🇩🇪
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Man Utd STUN Liverpool, Ange Sacked & Mateta vs Zaha | It’s Called Soccer EP 56
It’s Episode 56 of It’s Called Soccer as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and Rebecca Lowe dive into a wild weekend 🔥⚽
We start with Manchester United v Liverpool — and the drama begins instantly. Should United's first goal have been disallowed?
On the Liverpool side, Taylor declares that Arne Slot doesn’t know his best XI and calling this moment a crisis for the Reds. Theo weighs in on Mo Salah’s struggles, and the crew question if the Reds have filled the hole of no Trent.
Then it’s onto a bombshell in the Premier League — Ange Postecoglou sacked.
Across the pond, the guys check in on MLS: has there been enough progress from Phil Neville’s side this season? Taylor breaks it down.
The sparks keep flying as Mateta v Zaha splits the panel — who was actually in the right?
The Question of the Week turns global with a World Cup twist 🌍 — before Winner Stays On returns: Theo picks his quickest players ever, while Taylor backs his all-time MLS MVPs.
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Join Theo Walcott, Taylor Twellman & Rebecca Lowe every week as they break down the headlines, tackle the talking points, and welcome some of the biggest names in sport and beyond. From Champions League drama to MLS storylines, USMNT debates to exclusive interviews, this is sharp analysis with no fluff.
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