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World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying Update, Second Round PreviewA year after the second round of Concacaf 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualification began, it concludes... now! With 12 spots in the third and final round of qualifying up for grabs, Eric and Donald run through the six groups and touch on ALL 30 TEAMS remaining in Concacaf in just over half an hour to get you ready for the games of this window. From Cayman Island's coaching drama, to major injuries for Panama and Suriname, to farewells in Dominica and Antigua. The road to the 2026 World Cup ends for 18 nations after this week's games, which kickoff in Roseau, Dominica on Wednesday...2025-06-0436 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Catching Up On ConcacafIt's been a minute but the boys are back! Donald and Eric get together to catch up and talk about some of the stuff going on around the region. The guys touch on March's Nations League Finals, commemorate a major anniversary for the global game, catch you up on the Unity Cup featuring Trinidad & Tobago and the club happenings in Concacaf Champions Cup & Concacaf W Champions Cup. Through Volar, all things are possible.
The Patreon special bonus ONE MORE ROUND episode will feature USMNT talk, from the new kits to what Christian Pulisic's need for rest says...2025-05-2833 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: VOLAR! and Concacaf Nations League Finals PreviewEric and Donald head to the NEWSDESK to chat about the beautiful nonsense around Concacaf. The guys preview the Concacaf Nations League Finals, talk about Concacaf's debut of VOLAR, the confederation's new mascot and run down the upcoming Gold Cup qualification matches. If you're looking for a podcast talking about an animorphic seabird that features flags of 41 nations in their wings but can still kick a soccer ball, you've found the right podcast.
2025-03-1343 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Back for 2025! News, Notes & PostcardsNew year, same Concacaf nonsense. Donald, Eric and Jonathan are back with a quick update on some of the recent stories around Concacaf, from exiled Quebec amateur leaguer Matko Miljevic getting called into the senior US Men's National Team to the legendary Miguel Herrera getting the Costa Rica job and Saudi Arabia getting a Gold Cup invite. After that, we take your questions on POSTCARDS TO THE POD (22:03).
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2025-01-1532 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#28 - Puerto Rico (featuring Jacob Conde)A special CONCACAF LASER FOCUS as the guys take a look at Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States but a full Concacaf member. After looking at the history of the island and the soccer culture, the pod welcomes former Puerto Rico men's national team player Jacob Conde (30:52), who earned seven caps with El Huracán Azul from 2016-2019. After Jacob and Eric reminisce about their shared alma mater, we hear stories of first the call up, an away trip to India and competing in Concacaf Nations League. Finally, Eric gets to play the often imitated but never d...2024-10-101h 13World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Anguilla Wins! Concacaf Nations League September RecapThe most wonderful tournament in all of sports returned for another edition in the September FIFA window, so Donald and Eric had to talk about it! From League A to League C (or from League C to League A) we've got it all covered, highlighting Anguilla's historic away win over Turks and Caicos, Saint Lucia's big window in Grenada and Nicaragua leaving it late twice. After recapping CNL, the topic is the USMNT and their long awaited hire of Mauricio Pochettino to take over the bench.
Support the podcast and get bonus content at the World of...2024-09-1258 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#27 - BonaireOn this episode, we head to the "B" of the ABC islands to do our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS feature on Bonaire. A special municipality of The Netherlands, Bonaire is one of Concacaf's non-FIFA members, but we talk about the challenge and effort to fix that, along with flamingoes and other fun stuff. On REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM, Jonathan tries his best with all the SVs.
2024-09-0434 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Copa America and Coaching MovesWith the dust settled for the most part, the guys chat through Copa America 2024 and review Concacaf's performance in the tournament, highlighted by Canada's run to the semifinals with Jesse Marsch. While their coach is doing alright, not the same in other parts as we talk the United States finally firing Gregg Berhalter, Heimir Hallgrímsson leaving Jamaica hanging and the weird situation in Mexico with Jaime Lozano. In the end, we discuss what we learned about Concacaf in this unique tournament.
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Because CONCACAFEpisode 40: The Emma Hayes Era Begins and a Pair of USMNT RostersAndy and Dom broke down the electric pair of wins from the USWNT in its first matches under Emma Hayes from this weekend. The duo also evaluate the state of the USMNT rosters for this summer, along with a preview of Round Two of CONCACAF World Cup Qualifying.2024-06-061h 11World of Concacaf PodcastA DEEPER DIVE: Greenland applies to join Concacaf (with Paul Watson of The Sweeper)The biggest island of them all wants in! News broke recently that Greenland has sent a request to join Concacaf after failing to join UEFA. In what we call A DEEPER DIVE, Donald and Eric are joined by Paul Watson of The Sweeper to break down how we got here with Greenland, what to know about The Polar Teddy Bears history, their journey to this point and what we can learn from their recent friendly against Turkmenistan. Is a Concacaf away trip to Nuuk in our future? What happened to those stadium renderings? Are they going to need to...2024-06-0354 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 39: Pachuca Claim 6th CONCACAF Title, Win the 2024 Champions CupAndy and Dom broke down Pachuca's dominant, 3-0, win over the Columbus Crew in the 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup Final and as always threw in some other news from around the region.2024-06-0243 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: World Cup qualifying, pre-Copa Friendlies, Greenland to Concacaf?It's a busy June ahead, and Donald and Eric are here to catch you up on the latest Concacaf news! For the 2026 hosts, Jesse Marsch takes over in Canada, Mexico changes their group, and the USMNT looks to replace the injured Sergino Dest. Round 2 of World Cup qualification begins and we preview our key matchups in the June window. Then, we talk some other notes around Concacaf, including the big news that Greenland has applied for membership!
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2024-05-3042 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: 2024/25 Concacaf Nations League Draw Recap & ReactThe fourth edition of the global sport's most prestigious event is here and Mexico has still never won one. Concacaf held the draw for the 2024/25 Nations League on Monday, May 6th and we have all the details for you, breaking down the format changes regarding host sites and all of the groups in from League C to League A.
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2024-05-0731 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 36: The Columbus Crew are Through to the Champions Cup FinalAndy and Dom did a lot of chatting and even a good bit of ranting as they recapped the Columbus Crew's historic, 5-2, win over Monterrey to advance to the 2024 Concacaf Champions Cup Final against Pachuca on June 1st in Pachuca. The pair also talked at length about the Liga MX playoffs and some US Open Cup action as well.2024-05-051h 16World of Concacaf Podcast#25 - GuyanaDonald and Eric are back with a new CONCACAF LASER FOCUS, this time heading to South America(?) to chat about Guyana. Not French Guiana, the former British one. A booming economy, a Caribbeanish culture and one of the best young goalscorers in the region: Omari Glasgow. Donald tries to stump Eric on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (26:12).
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2024-04-2537 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 35: The Crew Are Them, Inter Miami are NotAndy and Dom broke down the quarterfinal round of the Concacaf Champions Cup, gave some analysis of the USWNT 7th SheBelieves Cup Title and Andy crushed Round Robin as always.2024-04-131h 27
Concacaf ConnectionConcacaf Nations League Recap, State of Mexico and USASend us a textTune in as we discuss the Finals of the Nations League, and the chances of CONCACAF in Copa America! Sorry for the late upload 😁2024-04-111h 18Concacaf ConnectionFA Cup Preview, Title Changers?Send us a textTune in as the guys talk about the FA Cup Draw and what events could throw a wrench in a teams title hopes. Eddie was not here he was to busy attending the Concacaf Nations League Semi-Finals and Final as a Media Personnel. Please congratulate him on his achievement @edward_vento!2024-03-291h 02Because CONCACAFEpisode 33: Some Champions Cup Chat and Nations League Finals PreviewAndy and Dom went on a rant or two about the current state of the CONCACAF Champions Cup, MLS and the soccer landscape as a whole in North America as the Champions Cup pushed into its quarterfinal stage, while the third edition of the CONCACAF Nations League will crown a champion in Dallas this weekend.2024-03-201h 05World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Nations League Finals Preview! (Plus Copa America Playoffs & WCQ)This week we conclude the third edition of the Concacaf Nations League with the Finals in Texas, so the guys chat about the matchups and our excitement for the greatest competition in team athletics. After talking through USMNT, Jamaica, Panama and El Tri, we preview the Copa America playoff matchups for the final two spots in this summer's tournament. Oh, and WORLD CUP QUALIFYING starts this weekend, so we show some love to the Virgin Islands derby and our beloved Anguilla. So much Concacaf action ahead.
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2024-03-1946 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 32: Amber DiOrio InterviewAndy and Dom sat down with Puerto Rican and Pumas Center Back, Amber DiOrio to discuss her and her team's experience at the W Gold Cup, how she arrived at Pumas, along with the future of the women's game in the CONCACAF region.2024-03-1453 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 31: The USWNT are W Gold Cup Champs!Andy and Dom recap all the action from a wild and wet finish to the Concacaf W Gold Cup that ended with the USWNT completing its turnaround from a difficult group stage to lift the first-ever Concacaf W Gold Cup trophy!2024-03-1256 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 28: W Gold Cup Preview and What Happened in Toluca???Andy and Dom are back after taking a few weeks off to preview the highly anticipated CONCACAF W Gold Cup and recapped a somewhat eventful first set of first round matchups in the Champions Cup. The duo is back for what should be a highly eventful 2024!2024-02-171h 41World of Concacaf Podcast#24 - Saint LuciaAnother CONCACAF LASER FOCUS for the pod, as the group takes a look at the island nation of Saint Lucia. After sharing some fun facts involving iguanas, we look at soccer on the island and a bit about Stern John's Piton Boyz in advance of their redemption campaign in World Cup Qualifying. Finally, on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (19:56), Jonathan makes an admirable run as we've got teams that end in "s" and "z" here.
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2024-02-1428 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Reaction to World Cup 2026 Match Schedule ReleaseThe group gets together to talk through the big reveal of the match schedule of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The USMNT, El Tri and CanMNT have their dates and locations, but even without opponents or kickoff times, there's plenty to discuss over two years before the World Cup comes to Concacaf. No, we don't have any ticket information either.
2024-02-0633 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: POSTCARDS TO THE PODOn this episode, we answer your questions and talk Concacaf! Topics include what Concacaf Champions Cup underdogs could make a run (2:12), whether it's worth reviving the Caribbean Cup (9:20), the best of USMNT's "Camp Cupcake" (16:23) and whether CAF should get an invite to Concacaf's nonsense (25:10).
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2024-01-3134 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#23 - U.S. Virgin IslandsThe boys are back with a brand new CONCACAF LASER FOCUS, and we're back in the (virgin) islands with the U.S. Virgin Islands. We dive into the history of the U.S. territory, Donald and Jonathan talk about their experiences there, and then we talk about soccer in the islands. Donald gets to play REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (29:59) and the vibes... they're back.
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2024-01-2441 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 27: We Are Back!In a long winded return from the holidays and the darkness of January, Andy and Dom discussed a less than thrilling USMNT January camp and previewed what should be a highly anticipated 2024 CONCACAF Champions Cup.2024-01-241h 33Because CONCACAFEpisode 26: 2023 Year-In-ReviewAndy and Dom recapped an eventful 2023 calendar year for both US Soccer and the region of CONCACAF in its entirety while taking a look at what fans can expect heading into 2024 for both the region and our beloved men's and women's national teams stateside.2023-12-291h 46Concacaf ConnectionChelsea and United need to improve, How Exhausted Are Players?Send us a textWe here at Concacaf Connection would like to apologize for the inconsistent upload schedule. Being the holidays, our schedules have been thrown out of wack, but please enjoy this episode as we speak about GTA 7, Improvements that certain teams need, as well as how the current schedule could be hurting players.2023-12-241h 40Because CONCACAFEpisode 25: MLS Cup Recap, Club World Cup Preview and the W Gold Cup DrawIn their quarter-century episode, Andy and Dom covered a well-earned MLS Cup title for the Columbus Crew, previewed the final edition of the Club World Cup in its current format, and reviewed the first-ever draw for the 2024 CONCACAF W Gold Cup.2023-12-131h 05Concacaf ConnectionConcacaf & Conmebol MergerSend us a textThe guys open up by talking about Tottenham's Jermaine Defoe saga, and then spend the rest of the show discussing If Concacaf and Conmebol should merge as regions, If the trophies still matter, and how the US and Mexico clinched their spots. 2023-12-042h 27Because CONCACAFEpisode 22: The USMNT Got the Job Done, More MLS Playoffs, the USWNT Has A Coach!In an incredibly busy international window, Andy and Dom covered all of the action, from an insane quarterfinal round of the CONCACAF Nations League to the USWNT finally naming a new manager to lead the team through the 2024 Olympics this summer in Paris.2023-11-231h 48Because CONCACAFEpisode 18: The Most CONCACAFy Nations League Ever and a USMNT RantAndy and Dom recapped all the action and all the fun from an incredibly eventful men's window following the conclusion of group play in League A in the CONCACAF Nations League, a fun pair of friendlies for the USMNT and the start of the NWSL playoffs!2023-10-191h 14World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf Nations League Preview, October 2023The greatest event in athletics is back, baby! Ahead of the October window, the guys give updates on the standings and storylines to watch for. In League C, Anguilla needs your help. Over in League B, Montserrat still can't get people to the island. And in League A, two matches remain for four teams to make their way to the Nations League quarterfinals, including the upstart Soca Warriors and favored Reggae Boyz.
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2023-10-1126 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 17: Another Nations League Window, Some USMNT Friendlies and a Dom Monologue?Andy and Dom covered all of the action of another upcoming international window, some more Nations League, two USMNT friendlies and even a sneak peek at the dudes who could rep the US at the Olympics this summer. The duo you love more than anything covered all of that and more on Because CONCACAF!2023-10-101h 24Because CONCACAFEpisode 16: The Fighting Ben Olsen's and A Lot of Women's SoccerIn episode 16 of Because Concacaf, Andy and Dom broke down a ton of matches in the North American region, namely the Houston Dynamo's triumph in the US Open Cup final, a pair of USWNT friendlies against South Africa and a solidly entertaining first window for the Road to the W Gold Cup.2023-09-291h 08World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: September Nations League RecapThe crew reviews the September FIFA window and all the hot Concacaf Nations League action. We talk a historic victory for British Virgin Islands in League C, big wins for our boys Vincy Heat in League B and Trinidad & Tobago's shock six points in League A, along with other nonsense from the break.
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2023-09-2036 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: 2023-24 Concacaf Nations League Preview (featuring Jon Arnold)The world's greatest sports event is back in action, as the 2023/24 edition of the Concacaf Nations League kicks off! Eric and Donald take you through the Leagues and touch on the new formats, the groups, and the things you should know, like Montserrat is losing a home game because people can't get to the island or Jamaica missing a star attacker or whether or not a hurricane might hit during the game. Then our friend Jon Arnold joins us (23:28) to dive deeper on the storylines surrounding this September window of Nations League action. We talk Trinidad & Tobago's latest drama...2023-09-0752 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 13: We're Back! More Nations League, Some USMNT Friendlies and More!After a two week break, Andy and Dom are back to banter and rant about soccer in the CONCACAF region. The duo recapped the US Open Cup Semifinals and took a deep look at the state of the USMNT ahead of friendlies against Uzbekistan and Oman, while the third edition of the CONCACAF Nations League kicks off on Thursday night.2023-09-061h 47World of Concacaf Podcast#22 - British Virgin IslandsWhy are there two nations of Virgin Islands in Concacaf, you ask? Well, we go into why as we chat The Nature Boys of the British Virgin Islands on this CONCACAF LASER FOCUS. Eric is the contestant on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (21:04).
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2023-08-2431 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Women’s World Cup Wrap UpThe squad sat down before the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup ended to talk about Concacaf's exploits down under, from the USWNT's underwhelming results, Jamaica's strong showing, and Canada's disastrous results. Also some talk about the Concacaf Carribbean Club Shield which recently took place in Saint Kitts and Nevis, a place one team spent more time than they wanted to.
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2023-08-2240 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 11: A Great WWC Semis and Leagues Cup ChatWe recapped the pair of breathtaking Women's World Cup Semifinals and took a bit of time to chat about Leagues Cup and its future in the CONCACAF Soccer Landscape.2023-08-181h 09Because CONCACAFEpisode 10: An Outstanding Women's World Cup QurterfinalsFour highly dramatic matches in the quarterfinals of the Women's World Cup highlight the 10th...yes TENTH episode of Because Concacaf that may or may not be Andy and Dom's most concise episode to date as the summer window quickly comes to a close down under.2023-08-1459 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastONE MORE ROUND: Women’s World Cup Fun & Leagues Cup Nonsense (Patreon Bonus Episode)ONE MORE ROUND is a special edition bonus podcast available to our subscribers on the World of Concacaf Patreon.
On this long overdue chat, Donald checks in with Eric from New Zealand to talk about the start of the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup for the Concacaf squads: Canada, Haiti, Costa Rica, USA, Jamaica & Panama. Donald talks about his trip so far and we discuss the stories for Concacaf and try to avoid too much USWNT talk. After that, chatter about the Leagues Cup, a made up tournament that is definitely not real, but still ridiculous.
...2023-07-3133 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 4: A Gold Cup Group Stage Fiasco, Quarterfinals PreviewAndy and Dom go all in on the CONCACAF Gold Cup Group Stage. From wild finishes to Jesus Ferreria being the greatest American born striker of this generation, it's all covered in the most recent episode of Because Concacaf!2023-07-071h 33Because CONCACAFEpisode 3: Gold Cup Preview and Other ShenanigansAndy and Dom set out to publish not one, but TWO episodes this week following the USMNT's triumph in Vegas to preview all of the upcoming twists and turns ahead in the 2023 CONCACAF Gold Cup, the region's premier cup competition. If you're new, we're excited for you to learn about one of our favorite soccer tournaments the world has to offer! #BecauseConcacaf2023-06-221h 31Because CONCACAFEpisode 2: Nations League Finals RecapIn what was a weekend filled with storylines on and off the pitch, Andy and Dom recap the US Men's National Team's repeat title at the CONCACAF Nations League Finals, the coaching drama for both the US and Mexico, along with what this weekend did for the perceptions of both Panama and Canada.2023-06-201h 19World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Nations League Finals PreviewEric and Donald lead off by remembering our friend Ben Cowherd, a friend of the podcast and beloved member of Nashville's soccer community.
After taking time to pay tribute, it's time to talk Nations League Finals, taking place this week in Las Vegas. We look at Panama (8:35), Canada (11:48), Mexico (17:19), the USMNT (20:57) and offering our predictions before things go off the rails with live reaction as Concacaf announces that Nicaragua is booted from the 2023 Gold Cup.
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2023-06-1349 minBecause CONCACAFEpisode 1: Summer Extravaganza and Nations League PreviewWelcome to the first ever episode of Because CONCACAF!!! The Pod where two lifelong friends talk about soccer in their favorite region of the world! In this first installment Andy and Dom will be discussing the overall outlook of the region, the status of the USMNT managerial situation and a preview of this week’s CONCACAF Nations League Finals.2023-06-131h 27World of Concacaf Podcast#21 - Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (featuring Vishal)The episode we've been waiting for, as Donald and Eric are joined by their friend Vishal for a CONCACAF LASER FOCUS to talk about the inspiration of this podcast: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. After sharing some background on the island and the soccer (including a wild recent competition on the island), we do our LET'S GET A BUCKET segment (16:00) about the place that basically invented the buckets. We discuss the food, the rum, the trips we've taken and Eric's favorite place on Earth before Vish gets to play REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (62:39).
Join us on...2023-06-071h 11World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Nations League Draw Recap & Other NewsConcacaf held the draw for the third edition of Concacaf Nations League, the most important tournament in world athletics, and we had to talk about it. A run down of the Leagues, the format changes, how we don't even know how it all works, everything you need. Later, a recap of news around the region, from Folarin Balogun committing to the USMNT, Grenada's new manager, and a late change to the Road to Concacaf W Gold Cup.
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2023-05-1737 minConcacaf ConnectionArsenal's fall, Haland's Ballon d'Or to lose??Send us a textThanks for tuning back into the Concacaf Connection! This episode we discuss Arsenal's blip that may cost them the league, and what the Ballon d'Or race could look like this year and much more. As always you can hit us up @CConnectionPod on twitter if you want to hear us speak about anything specific.2023-05-101h 11World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf Nations League Recap (featuring Jon Arnold)The Finals in Las Vegas are set as the most prestigious event in global soccer moves past the group stage! The group recaps the March window of Concacaf Nations League action, who advanced, who got promoted and then Jon Arnold of Getting CONCACAFed joins the pod to talk about the biggest stories around the region.
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2023-03-3153 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf Nations League Preview, March 2023The greatest sporting competition in the history of mankind is back for this international window, so the crew runs down the groups and the stakes from League A to League C. The standings, key games to watch, and the notes you need, from Bonaire's home debut to Curaçao's sick new kits.
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2023-03-2039 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf Changes Things UpThe boys are back at the NEWSDESK to chat about Concacaf's competition format changes to Nations League, the qualification to Copa America, the road to the 2026 World Cup and the new Concacaf W Gold Cup on the women's side. Of course, we also talk some CCL action because a dog ran on the field and a Haitian team knocked out an MLS side.
2023-03-1639 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#20 - Antigua & BarbudaThis CONCACAF LASER FOCUS special is dedicated to The Benna Boys & The Benna Girls, as the group looks at Antigua & Barbuda. Donald talks the nation and about his visit there (2:29) and then Jonathan is the contestant on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (26:10).
Recorded at The Russell in Nashville, Tennessee.
2023-03-0136 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#19 - MontserratThe boys are back with another CONCACAF LASER FOCUS episode, this time diving deep into the Emerald Isle of the Caribbean, Montserrat. Discussions include volcano eruptions, Love Island and those ballin' kits before we have an all-timer on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (33:49) as Donald gets thrown some heat.
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2023-02-0850 minConcacaf ConnectionCrash CourseSend us a textThanks for joining us once again as we go through more growing pains on the production side. the audio is a little rough this time due to use testing our options for video. But stay tuned to listen to us talk about Hogwarts Legacy, transfer news, manager options for teams, as well as BIG news for CONCACAF and CONMEBOL!2023-01-301h 04World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: 2022 - The Year in ConcacafThe crew gets together to recap another wild year in the world's most interesting soccer confederation. First, we take some time to remember our friend Grant Wahl, a man who meant so much to soccer coverage in our region. Then Donald, Eric and Jonathan chat about the year's tournaments, favorite Concacaf moments, and award the Ronnie Brunswijk Memorial Concacaf Man of the Year award for 2022.
Thank you to everyone who listened in 2022!
2023-01-111h 12World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf FIFA World Cup Recap & Qatar Travel StoriesThe World Cup is effectively over already as Concacaf has completed their exploits, so the guys talk about Canada (3:40), Costa Rica (10:19), Mexico (15:40) and the only team to advance, USA (22:37). After recapping the results, the guys recount their experience in Qatar (42:09), including Eric's wild Fan Village experience and Donald's time on the cruise ship.
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2022-12-141h 16Concacaf ConnectionA Concacaf Look at the World CupSend us a textThe guys open up the show talking about the potential shutdown of twitter. Then they pivot into Ronaldo's Piers Morgan interview, Ivan Toney's betting, and Qatar bribing Ecuador. The main focus of the show is on Concacaf's chances at the World Cup, and in depth analysis of Mexico and the USA.2022-12-041h 25World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: FIFA World Cup Preview, Concacaf EditionThe world's biggest sporting event is here and the guys got together to talk through the four Concacaf representatives at the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. From Canada's long awaited return (4:56), to Keylor Navas' Costa Rica (13:50) and the high expectations on Mexico to advance (21:49) we go around the region before setting our sights on the United States (29:35) and what to watch for from the USMNT in their return to the global stage in Qatar.
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2022-11-1655 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Farewell Concacaf LeagueThe guys get together with a lot going on in global soccer to chat about the latest in Concacaf, including the end of Concacaf League, a JACK WARNER UPDATE and that fantastic MLS Cup Final this past weekend.
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2022-11-0943 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastONE MORE ROUND: Donald Goes To Wembley (Patreon Bonus Episode)ONE MORE ROUND is a special edition bonus podcast available to our subscribers on the World of Concacaf Patreon. As a treat, enjoy a taste of what you can get by becoming a subscriber, where we chat about whatever nonsense we didn't get to in a regular episode. It's like grabbing one last round of drinks before we close out our tab. Here, Donald talks about his trip to Europe following the US Women's National Team.
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More ONE MORE ROUND episodes available on the Patreon.2022-10-2139 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#18 - French GuianaOur latest CONCACAF LASER FOCUS is CONCACAF LASER FOCUS-ing on South America as the crew talks about French Guiana. While not a FIFA member, or in North America, or Central America, or the Caribbean, they are authentically Concacaf. We talk about the nation and France international legend Florent Malouda before Eric tries his hand at REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (32:05).
2022-09-2939 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastSPECIAL EDITION: CONCAKIT - The kits of ConcacafThat's right, a whole episode about kits. The guys got together talk about the aesthetics of our beloved Concacaf region, the variety of suppliers, our favorite Concakits (12:03) and took a moment to discuss the hotly debated new USMNT kits that have leaked before their release this week. Then we talk about the nations that need to step their game up (37:18) and that means you, Canada.
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2022-09-1549 minConcacaf ConnectionTable PredictionsSend us a textSorry for the long hiatus, we hope our rambling of predictions can make up for it in the newest episode of Concacaf Connection. If you have any complaints on your wait for this episode, please let our editor know how you feel @Paredes220 @CConnectionPod2022-09-051h 01World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: POSTCARDS TO THE POD EditionThe guys check in with some brief updates around Concacaf, including a team heading to the King's Cup in Thailand next month and Adidas signing a big kit deal. The main topic is your questions with a POSTCARDS TO THE POD segment that includes questions submitted from our dear Patrons and we ask ourselves some questions too for some reason.
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2022-08-1850 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#17 - HaitiThis episode's CONCACAF LASER FOCUS is discussing Haiti, with Donald and Eric talking about Les Grenadiers and the Haitian nation. After discussing some of the nation's struggles, including the recent coverage of the FHF-FIFA scandal, Jonathan joins us for another rousing bout of REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (34:51).
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2022-08-0342 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf W Championship & U-20 RecapThe United States keeps winning all the tournaments. The WOC squad reviews the 2022 Concacaf W Championship and the Concacaf U-20 Championship to discuss the teams headed to World Cups and the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Also included is a crucial SCOREBOARD WATCH update and a debate about whether it's good for Concacaf to have the USA winning everything lately.
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2022-07-2045 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf Nations League UpdateThe grandest soccer competition of them all made its glorious return in June, and the guys sit down to talk about everything that happened so far in Concacaf Nations League. A recap of the standings throughout the leagues, who has clinched what, and presenting our TOP TENCACAF list of the ten most ridiculous things we saw this month.
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2022-06-2247 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf Nations League Preview (June 2022)Donald and Eric bring you an extensive Concacaf Nations League preview from the NEWSDESK as the greatest tournament on the planet returns on June 2nd. Every league, every team, from League A to League C and from Anguilla to the U.S. Virgin Islands. An update on every single team before the action kicks off. Plus, a JACK WARNER UPDATE.
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2022-05-3159 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#16 - Costa Rica (featuring Eddie of @CRCFutbol)Donald and Eric head to Costa Rica for this edition of CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (2:21) to discuss that "Pura Vida" and our experiences there. Then we're joined by Eddie, who runs @CRCFutbol on Twitter for our LET'S GET A BUCKET (26:06) to talk Los Ticos, the end of the domestic season in Costa Rica and the upcoming playoff against New Zealand. On REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (59:50) we have Donald making some more history trying to recover from last week.
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Subscribe to our Patreon at www.patreon.com/p...2022-05-171h 09World of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: Concacaf W, Champions League & moreA new update from the NEWSDESK as the crew recaps Concacaf W Championship qualification and the draw for this summer's tournament. The latest on Concacaf Champions League and the 2022 Caribbean Club Shield are included before some listener questions on POSTCARDS TO THE POD.
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2022-04-2239 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: World Cup Qualifying & World Cup Draw RecapThe NEWSDESK is back as the crew wraps up Concacaf World Cup Qualifying, recapping March's concluding window and the final results. The travelers talk about visiting Estadio Azteca, Orlando and San Jose for the final matches, and Donald tells us about his trip to Qatar as the group reviews the FIFA World Cup Draw.
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2022-04-0657 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastLIVE REACTION: Concacaf Nations League Draw (Apr 4, 2022)The crew hopped on Twitter Spaces to chat about the Concacaf Nations League Draw, review the groups and travel opportunities and are joined by some guests as the second edition of the world's greatest tournament nears!
Recorded live on April 4, 2022
2022-04-0539 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastNEWSDESK: March World Cup Qualifying PreviewThe fellas debut the new format on World of Concacaf with a NEWSDESK episode, discussing the March international break and the conclusion of Concacaf's Final Round of World Cup Qualification. After breaking down the standings, squads and schedule, we answer some POSTCARDS TO THE POD (27:25) about the USMNT's qualifying odds, the future qualification candidates and what we'd change about the US results.
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2022-03-2345 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#15 - Mexico (featuring Jon Arnold)The crew heads to Mexico for CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (2:36) to discuss Mexican culture and our personal experiences there, the soccer, and the national teams. Then we're joined by Jon Arnold of the Getting CONCACAFed newsletter on LET'S GET A BUCKET (33:51) to go deeper on Mexico's relationship with soccer, the tragic events in Queretaro and where El Tri sits at the moment. Finally, Donald tries to top Eric's awful outing last episode on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (68:33) and the key word is "tries."
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2022-03-221h 19World of Concacaf Podcast#14 - Dominican RepublicEric and Donald go sans-Jonathan on this one. Some major injury talk in CONCACAF NEWS WIRE (4:57) and a Concacaf W Championship qualification update in SCOREBOARD WATCH (17:19). Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (28:39) heads to Dominican Republic as we discuss the folks on the eastern side of Hispaniola, their women's team's recent run and the new coach for the men before Eric sets a record in REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (44:11). We wrap up with some POSTCARDS TO THE POD (50:15) with questions from Stefan, Jen and Marcel.
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Follow us @podcacaf2022-03-021h 05World of Concacaf Podcast#13 - CanadaThe long awaited Canada episode is finally here! First, and most importantly, CONCACAF NEWS WIRE (2:21) gives you the latest on Concacaf Nations League and the epic return of the world's best competition in 2022. Then an update on World Cup Qualifying in SCOREBOARD WATCH (6:07) before we take our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (18:17) north of the border to talk about Canada, the CanMNT, CanWNT and then our trip up to Hamilton for USA-Canada in POD ON THE ROAD (48:33). Jonathan gets to bat on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (66:06).
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Follow us o...2022-02-161h 16World of Concacaf Podcast#12 - Sint Maarten (featuring Grant Wahl)It's a World Cup year, and we're back with the first episode of 2022! After hitting the CONCACAF NEWS WIRE (2:37) and sharing a JACK WARNER UPDATE (13:33), we head to the island of Saint Martin for our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS... Sint Maarten (16:42), a Concacaf/non-FIFA member nation. We are joined by Grant Wahl of Fútbol with Grant Wahl on LET'S GET A BUCKET (37:47) to talk Concacaf, World Cup Qualifying and some of the wild things he's seen covering soccer in the region, then we put him on the spot in REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (63:50).
Subscribe to Fútb...2022-01-131h 18World of Concacaf PodcastBONUS: 2021 - The Year in ConcacafThe crew gets together to recap another wild year in the world's most interesting soccer confederation. Donald, Eric and Jonathan chat about the year's tournaments, favorite Concacaf moments, and of course, Ronnie Brunswijk.
Thank you to everyone who listened in 2021!
2021-12-281h 04World of Concacaf Podcast#11 - JamaicaYou've waited long enough... here it is. The gang concludes the November FIFA window with you in SCOREBOARD WATCH (1:46) before we break in with a long awaited JACK WARNER UPDATE (21:11). Donald and Eric went all the way to Jamaica just to bring you this CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (28:16) where we talk about visiting The Office and all the jerk chicken. Eric is up to bat in REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (68:27) and then a wrap up of SCOREBOARD WATCH (74:41).
2021-12-091h 44World of Concacaf Podcast#10 - Panama (featuring Max)The guys review the October international window of World Cup Qualifying off the top in SCOREBOARD WATCH. This episode's CONCACAF LASER FOCUS is Panama (9:19), as Eric and Donald talk about their travels to the isthmus and then we say LET'S GET A BUCKET with our friend Max (34:53) to talk about our trip to Panama, and then we put him on the hot seat in REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (70:08). Before we wrap up, we conclude the SCOREBOARD WATCH (75:35) to finish up the window.
2021-10-271h 25World of Concacaf PodcastBONUS: World Cup Qualifying October PreviewIt's time for another FIFA International Break, so the group chats about Concacaf World Cup Qualification ahead of the October 2021 window, and then answers your questions in POSTCARDS TO THE POD. Is there talk about Ronnie Brunswijk? Of course there is talk about Ronnie Brunswijk.
2021-10-041h 08World of Concacaf Podcast#9 - HondurasAfter a few quick hits from the CONCACAF NEWS WIRE, we head to SCOREBOARD WATCH (5:22) to recap the first three matches of the Final Round of Concacaf World Cup Qualifying. We debut our POD ON THE ROAD segment (20:01), as Donald and Eric talk about seeing the USA-El Salvador match at Estadio Cuscatlan in San Salvador. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (34:55) takes us to Honduras, as we include another POD ON THE ROAD hit from our travelers who caught the USA victory over Los Catrachos in San Pedro Sula. Finally, Jonathan is up to bat on the Honduras edition of REAL...2021-09-141h 09World of Concacaf Podcast#8 - Aruba (Part II)Here's the World Cup Qualifying talk you've been waiting for. The crew goes through each Concacaf WCQ squad (that was available at time of recording), as well as each matchday of the September FIFA window. After that, they take some listener questions in POSTCARDS TO THE POD.
2021-09-0142 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#8 - ArubaLots to discuss in the CONCACAF NEWS WIRE (2:05), headlined by a revamp in Concacaf's women's competitions, Jamaica's pleas for help and dual national news. The CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (26:34) shines a light on Aruba. After a look at the CONCACAF TRANSFER WIRE (41:01), Donald is the feature contestant on the Aruba edition of REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (48:30) and then maybe some World Cup Qualifying talk? Maybe?
2021-08-3057 minWorld of Concacaf PodcastBONUS: 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup & Olympics RecapOur region's biennial championship has come and gone and we need to discuss it. Donald shares his experiences from following the US through the tournament, and Eric tries not to talk about how much money he lost in Vegas. The crew also discusses Concacaf's successful Olympic showing in Tokyo.
2021-08-131h 13World of Concacaf Podcast#7 - GuadeloupeEric and Donald handle this episode a man down, starting with SCOREBOARD WATCH (3:06) discussing the Gold Cup preliminary round games. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (23:22) is Guadeloupe, who qualified for the Gold Cup and is maybe not a real country. Eric is up on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (37:40), we hit the CONCACAF TRANSFER WIRE (42:42) and then preview the 2021 Gold Cup (49:11) in WHAT'S NEXT.
2021-07-081h 05World of Concacaf Podcast#6 - The BahamasBig SCOREBOARD WATCH coverage this episode, as the group discusses the First Round (2:04) and the Second Round (26:15) of Concacaf World Cup Qualifying. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (13:32) takes us to The Bahamas, to discuss the nation that got the shock result of World Cup Qualifying. Jonathan is on the hot seat for REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM (36:56) and our CONCACAF NEWS WIRE (42:10) includes Eric discussing eating police caps and the ridiculous drama in Trinidad & Tobago.
2021-06-291h 03World of Concacaf PodcastBONUS: Concacaf Nations League Finals RecapThe most prestigious competition in global sport deserves a bonus episode. The boys get together to discuss the epic conclusion of the inaugural Concacaf Nations League. Eric and Donald talk about what it was like in Denver as everyone struggles to remember to include all the stuff that happened along the way.
2021-06-1557 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#5 - CuraçaoThe guys catch up on the CONCACAF NEWS WIRE, as El Salvador makes a change, Jamaica has a deal and the regional competitions this summer have locations. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (23:12) takes us to Curaçao, an emerging mid-major in the region. Donald is the feature contestant on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM and then the group answers your questions on POSTCARDS TO THE POD (54:15).
2021-04-281h 18World of Concacaf Podcast#4 - Saint Kitts and NevisThe group opens up with SCOREBOARD WATCH, covering Men's Olympic Qualifying results and some international friendlies before reviewing the main event: World Cup Qualifying. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (39:31) heads to Saint Kitts and Nevis, one of the surprise group leaders halfway through First Round of WCQ. Some history, some rum that makes us say THAT SOUNDS GOOD, and then Eric hits the hot seat on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM. Finally, WHAT'S NEXT (67:01) is Concacaf Champions League.
2021-04-051h 13World of Concacaf Podcast#3 - Anguilla (featuring Jon Arnold of Getting CONCACAFed)The guys catch up on the CONCACAF NEWS WIRE, including match fixing allegations in Costa Rica and USA dual-national drama. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS (19:08) takes us to the bottom of the FIFA World Ranking, discussing 209th ranked Anguilla. Jon Arnold of Getting CONCACAFed joins for the inaugural round of LET'S GET A BUCKET (33:38) to talk about Anguilla, Concacaf, and is the feature contestant on REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM. Finally, a group-by-group preview of the First Round of Concacaf World Cup Qualifying (68:19).
2021-03-221h 33World of Concacaf PodcastBONUS: Concacaf 101A bonus episode! This is a quick introductory course in what Concacaf is and what it all means. The crew goes over the regional confederation's structure, competitions and key people. If you're a hardcore soccer fan, it's a refresher of the basics. If you listened to the other episodes and don't know what we're talking about, it's for you.
2021-03-1535 minWorld of Concacaf Podcast#2 - El SalvadorAn update on the latest news around the region, including the USWNT's SheBelieves Cup win, Puerto Rico's hire of Dave Sarachan and a big announcement in streaming. Our CONCACAF LASER FOCUS heads to El Salvador: the nation, the culture and of course, the soccer (with biting included!) Plus, another round of "REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM" and a preview of Concacaf Men's Olympic Qualifying.
2021-03-031h 09World of Concacaf Podcast#1 - BarbadosIntroducing the World of Concacaf Podcast with your hosts Eric, Donald and Jonathan. We talk about what we love about our soccer region before diving into our first CONCACAF LASER FOCUS, examining Barbados: the nation, the culture and the soccer. Also a little transfer talk, the debut of "REAL TEAM OR FAKE TEAM" and a JACK WARNER UPDATE.
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