Fútbol with Grant Wahl

Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham do a full deep dive on where the US Men's National Team should go from here with their managerial situation. Should Gregg Berhalter come back? Who would replace him? How should the process work? Plus, the guys look ahead to a star studded World Cup Quarterfinal round.

Transcribed - Published: 8 December 2022

Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down what we've seen so far in the World Cup Round of 16 that's been very chalky. Can Morocco or Switzerland turn that around? Who has impressed us? How unique was that Brazil performance? And how much more can we look forward to with Kylian Mbappe? These questions answered and more

Transcribed - Published: 5 December 2022

Grant and Chris Wittyngham do their postmortem on the USA's elimination from the World Cup by the Netherlands. What went wrong in this game, what did Gregg Berhalter get wrong, and where do the US go from here are among the questions asked and answered. Then, US Women's National Team and Lyon star Catarina Macario talks to Grant about her recovery from injury and the growth of her career.

Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2022

Grant and Chris Wittyngham look ahead to the US game against the Netherlands in the World Cup Round of 16 on Saturday by asking whether the US should play without a recognized striker, praising Christian Pulisic's commitment to the US, and discussing the Gio Reyna situation. Plus, we discuss a crazy couple of days in Group stage conclusions that saw some big nations go out of the tournament.

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2022

Grant and Chris Wittyngham react to the USMNT's 1-0 win over Iran in their final group game of the World Cup, seeing them advance to the knockout round beginning Saturday. They discuss Christian Pulisic's deciding goal, the significance of getting out of the group, and highlight how solid the US has been defensively in this tournament. Plus, Grant tells a cool story from his day in Qatar.

Transcribed - Published: 30 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham look back on the weekend at the World Cup and look ahead to the United States' game against Iran on Tuesday. We discuss how the USMNT should line up, how they approach needing to win, and the issues between US Soccer and Iran. Then, we discuss Grant's day at Germany-Spain, Mexico's struggles, and Canada being knocked out of the tournament by Croatia.

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down all of the talking points from the US Men's National Team's 0-0 draw with England at the World Cup. How good of a performance was this? Did Gregg Berhalter get the major decisions right? How strong is their chance to get out of the group? Those questions and more discussed.

Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the biggest games from the last 2 days of action at the World Cup including Japan and Saudi Arabia upsetting Germany and Saudi Arabia, Mexico drawing 0-0 with Poland, and a look ahead to USA-England on Friday. Then, Grant interviews Devin L'Amoreaux, a rising-star soccer photographer and former University of South Carolina player who embedded for an extended time with Weston McKennie in Italy. L'Amoreaux tells the story of how he got into photography, how he builds relationships with players and how he's approaching his work shooting games in Qatar at the World Cup. Subscribe to Grant's written work from the World Cup at GrantWahl.com

Transcribed - Published: 23 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the United States' World Cup opener. Was this a good result? How does this game portend for the US getting out of the group? And what happened when Grant was confronted by World Cup security in Qatar? Those questions and more answered. Check out Grant's written work from this World Cup on his website.

Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham discuss Ecuador's opening night win over Qatar to open the World Cup, the bizarre scenes in and around the curtain raiser, and look ahead to the opening game for the USMNT against Wales tomorrow afternoon. Then, Grant talks to Adam Elder, author of the book "New Kids in the World Cup" on the 1990 US team that qualified for their first World Cup in 40 years.

Transcribed - Published: 20 November 2022

On this episode, Grant discusses what the scene is like in Qatar a few days ahead of the World Cup, some of the worrying issues already happening with the nation and the media, and Chris Wittyngham joins to look preview the tournament and give their thoughts for what is going to happen. Then, former Aston Villa and Colombia player and current Telemundo analyst Juan Pablo Angel joins to talk about his new podcast "My Favorite Futbolista" and author Neel Shah joins to discuss his new book Awakening The Blue Tigers: India's Quest For Football's Holy Grail about India's search to become a football power.

Transcribed - Published: 17 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham talk about some of the major storylines from the weekend including Manchester City's defeat to Brentford, Leeds United's defeat to Spurs, and some debates to be solved before the United States open the World Cup. Then, Grant talks to journalists Jason and Yeganeh Rezaian about the situation both on and off the pitch with Iran, who the US will close out group play with at the World Cup. Check out Grant's written work at this World Cup at GrantWahl.com

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2022

Grant is live from Brooklyn where he reacts to the release of the United States Men's National Team's 26 man squad for the World Cup with Chris Wittyngham. How did Zack Steffen miss the team entirely? Who were the surprise inclusions? How did Haji Wright get the final spot at striker? We discuss that and much more. Plus, Hal Phillips joins to discuss his book about the USMNT in the 80s and 90s called Generation Zero: Founding Fathers, Hidden Histories & the Making of Soccer in America. Here is the full US Squad: GOALKEEPERS (3): Ethan Horvath - Luton Town, Sean Johnson - New York City FC, Matt Turner -Arsenal DEFENDERS (9): Aaron Long - New York Red Bulls, Antonee "Jedi" Robinson - Fulham, Cameron Carter-Vickers - Celtic, DeAndre Yedlin - Inter Miami CF, Joe Scally - Borussia Mönchengladbach, Walker Zimmerman - Nashville SC, Sergiño Dest - AC Milan, Shaq Moore - Nashville SC, Tim Ream - Fulham MIDFIELDERS (7): Brenden Aaronson - Leeds United, Cristian Roldan - Seattle Sounders FC, Kellyn Acosta - LAFC, Luca de la Torre - Celta de Vigo, Tyler Adams - Leeds United, Weston McKennie - Juventus, Yunus Musah - Valencia FORWARDS (7): Christian Pulisic – Chelsea, Haji Wright - Antalyaspor, Jesús Ferreira - FC Dallas, Jordan Morris - Seattle Sounders FC, Tim Weah – Lille, Josh Sargent - Norwich City, Gio Reyna - Borussia Dortmund

Transcribed - Published: 10 November 2022

Grant and Chris Wittyngham round up a busy weekend of football as LAFC is crowned champions of MLS, Arsenal wins a London Derby, Liverpool get back on track with a win over Spurs, Gerard Pique retires, and we look ahead to the USMNT squad reveal this week. Then, The Athletic's Adam Crafton joins (55:05) to discuss his new podcast series "Away From Home", chronicling Shakhtar Donetsk's UEFA Champions League journey in which they can't play at home in Ukraine.

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2022

Grant interviews longtime ESPN reporter Jeremy Schaap. His ESPN E60 episode “Qatar’s World Cup” on the controversies surrounding the selection of Qatar to host the upcoming World Cup debuts this Sunday at 8:30 pm Eastern on ESPN. Produced and directed by Max Brodsky, it will be available for on-demand streaming on ESPN+ after the initial airing. Then Grant interviews Domènec Torrent, the former coach of NYCFC, Flamengo and Galtasaray, as well as Pep Guardiola’s assistant for 11 seasons and 24 trophies.

Transcribed - Published: 3 November 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham discuss the major headlines from the soccer weekend including Leeds' 2-1 win over Liverpool, a rough weekend for injuries to USMNT players, Portland Thorns winning the NWSL title, and Philadelphia winning the East and LAFC winning the West to set the MLS Cup Final matchup for next Saturday.

Transcribed - Published: 31 October 2022

Grant interviews Crystal Dunn about scoring the goal that sent Portland to this weekend’s NWSL final just five months after she gave birth to her son, Marcel. And in Book Talk, Grant speaks to Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg about their new book Messi vs Ronaldo: One Rivalry, Two GOATS and the Era that Remade the World’s Game.

Transcribed - Published: 27 October 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the weekend's soccer talking point including a headline making week for Manchester United, another Leeds defeat putting Jesse Marsch under pressure, a check on USMNT players in Europe, and a look at the MLS Cup Playoffs.

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2022

Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez of the LA Galaxy joins the show ahead of LA's El Trafico MLS Cup Playoff match against LAFC on Thursday night. Grant and Chicharito discuss the rivalry between the two LA teams, how he deals with being such a big figure in the Mexcian community, his status with the Mexican National Team, and learning from mistakes. Then, Ryan O'Hanlon joins the show for "Book Talk" to discuss his book Net Gains: Inside The Beautiful Game's Analytics Revolution.

Transcribed - Published: 20 October 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the weekend's footballing talking points including Liverpool's victory over Man City behind a Mo Salah goal, Real Madrid soundly beating Barcelona in El Clásico, the first round of the MLS Cup playoffs, and form affecting the USMNT player pool. You can find Grant's written work including his recent piece on visiting Richmond, the town depicted in Ted Lasso, at GrantWahl.com

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham discuss a UEFA Champions League midweek that saw Barca head to the precipice of Group Stage elimination and Club Brugge and Napoli progress to the knockouts with 2 games to spare. Plus, a conversation about the USWNT's defeat to Spain on Tuesday. Then, Vicky Cogevina Reynal discusses her app Gloria, a soccer community app, being purchased by OneFootball and her work in the women's game.

Transcribed - Published: 13 October 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham react to the weekend's soccer headlines including the USWNT's 2-1 defeat to England, more discussion about the Sally Yates report into abuse in the NWSL, the final day of the MLS season, Christian Pulisic on the score sheet for Chelsea, and Arsenal beating Liverpool 3-2. Plus, an anecdote from Grant on visiting Richmond, the real town depicted in Ted Lasso. You can find Grant's written work on his newsletter, GrantWahl.com

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2022

On this episode, Grant opens the show by addressing the findings of the Sally Yates report on the NWSL. Then, Grant interviews former USMNT player Jermaine Jones about working on his coaching badges, the upcoming World Cup, and being a coach for the US U19 national team. Finally, Grant closes the show by talking to The Athletic's Joshua Kloke about his new book The Voyageurs on the rebirth of the Canadian National Team. Get full access to Fútbol with Grant Wahl at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 6 October 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham round up the weekend with thoughts on another Erling Haaland hat trick in a 6-3 Man City win over Manchester United, the USMNT's struggles during games against Saudi Arabia and Japan, Arsenal's win over Spurs in the North London Derby, Florentino Perez trying to make the Super League a thing, and LAFC and OL Reign winning the regular season trophies in MLS and NWSL.

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2022

On this episode, Grant speaks with the manager of expansion NWSL side San Diego Wave Casey Stoney about their sellout in San Diego against Angel City, finding a winning formula in their expansion season, her first experience with playoffs, working for Jill Ellis, and England winning the Women’s Euros.

Transcribed - Published: 29 September 2022

US Men's National Team goalkeeper Matt Turner joins Grant (29:30) from Spain to discuss his performance against Japan last Friday, his first few months at Arsenal, and the overall competition for the goalkeeping position. Before that, Grant talks to Chris Wittyngham about the 2-0 US defeat to Japan, the issues we see in the US ahead of the World Cup, and Christian Pulisic's new book.

Transcribed - Published: 26 September 2022

On this episode, the favorite to be the United States Men's National Team's starting striker Jesus Ferreira sits down with Grant to discuss his role in the national team, the competition for the #9 position, the role his father played in his career, and working with a psychologist.

Transcribed - Published: 22 September 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the major stories from the weekend including Grant's Qatar story, racist incidents in Madrid and DC, Inter Miami and Gonzalo Higuain's playoff surge, the USMNT squad called in by Gregg Berhalter, another Arsenal win, Bayern's Bundesliga struggles, and more. You can check out Grant's story about life for migrant workers in Qatar here

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2022

On this episode, Grant sits down in Austin with the Austin FC manager Josh Wolff about his team's remarkable 2nd season in MLS, working in the USMNT setup under Gregg Berhalter, and his memories as a former USMNT player.

Transcribed - Published: 15 September 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham discuss the major storylines from the last week including Chelsea sacking their manager, Liverpool losing against in Europe, Weston McKennie's exploits at Juventus, Philadelphia Union's remarkable run in MLS, and the major stories around the NWSL.

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2022

Grant speaks to the accomplished broadcaster Eduardo Biscayart, who does work for Telemundo on the Premier League and World Cup, about his journey in the business from photographer to game caller. They talk about Argentina’s chances at the World Cup, Biscayart’s advice for young people and much more.

Transcribed - Published: 8 September 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the major talking points from the weekend including Man United handing Arsenal their first loss and winning a 4th in a row, a controversial weekend for VAR, an update on USMNT key figures Yunus Musah and Christian Pulisic, and Chicharito's Panenka gone wrong for the LA Galaxy.

Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2022

On this episode, ESPN Bundesliga reporter Archie Rhind-Tutt joins the show to discuss how Bayern Munich's dominance affects the league, chronicling his public journey with mental health, and how Brian McBride left him starstruck as a Fulham supporter.

Transcribed - Published: 1 September 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down the major talking points from the football weekend including Liverpool's 9-0 over Bournemouth after losing to Man United, if Arsenal are for real after a 4th win from 4, a first defeat for Leeds, the US Men's National Team striker situation, and a big win for Austin FC over LAFC. Then, FC Cincinnati manager Pat Noonan joins the show to discuss how his team went from bottom of MLS for 3 straight years to the thick of the playoff chase.

Transcribed - Published: 29 August 2022

On this episode, former Man City/QPR/Real Salt Lake defender and current ESPN analyst Nedum Onuoha joins the show to talk about his new book called Kicking Back, his career in football, and his decision to move to the US and play for Real Salt Lake. It's the 1st anniversary of GrantWahl.com! You can check out Grant's full written work here.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2022

On this episode, Grant flies solo with Chris Wittyngham out to discuss a huge win for Leeds United over Chelsea, the crazy 3-3 draw between Manchester City and Newcastle, and a look ahead to Monday's Liverpool-Man United tilt. Get full access to Grant's writing work on Substack at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2022

On this episode, Grant talks to Sophia Smith, one of the rising stars in world soccer, about the Portland Thorns, her recent time with the US Women's National Team, the big year ahead before the World Cup, and more.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham explore all the major European and domestic football talking points including a great Chelsea-Spurs game with touchline fights between the managers, Man United losing 4-0 at Brentford, Leeds dropping points from a 2-0 lead, Barca drawing 0-0 on the opening day, Brandon Vazquez's USMNT candidacy, Toronto FC's playoff chances, and Inter Miami's rise into the playoff places. Get full access to Grant's writing work on Substack at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2022

On this episode, Grant talks to The Ringer's Brian Phillips about his new podcast for The Ringer, 22 Goals, telling the history of football through Famous World Cup Goals. You can find Grant's written work for his Substack newsletter at GrantWahl.com

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham break down a full slate of Premier League action including Erling Haaland's debut brace, Liverpool dropping points at Fulham, and Leeds' opening day win with Brenden Aaronson among the Americans impressing. Then, Heather O'Reilly joins Grant (33:45) to discuss her decision to come out of retirement and play for Irish champion Shelbourne FC in the UEFA Champions League qualifying rounds, the events that led up to her moving to Dublin and her thoughts on the USWNT and England winning the Euros.

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham ask and answer their 10 biggest questions heading into the Premier League season which kicks off on Friday Can anyone other than Man City or Liverpool win the league? Which rebuild do you believe is closer to contention? Arsenal or Spurs? Is there any chance Erling Haaland won’t be phenomenal for City? Can 3 Americans help Leeds United to respectability? Is Christian Pulisic losing his place at Chelsea? Should he move? How good will Man United be and should they keep Cristiano Ronaldo? Why are more Americans moving to the Premier League lately? Why does NBC have two paywalls to watch the Premier League when the three other major European leagues have only one paywall in the US? Who will be the surprise team of the season? Who are your three to go down?

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2022

On this episode, Grant talks to Chris Wittyngham after taking in the Women's Euro 2022 Final from Wembley Stadium. They break down the game and what England winning the tournament could mean for the women's game in the UK. After, the guys discuss Liverpool winning the Community Shield, Gabriel Slonina's transfer to Chelsea, and Sacramento Republic to the US Open Cup final. Get full access to Fútbol with Grant Wahl at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2022

On this episode, Grant sits down with LA Galaxy midfielder Sacha Kljestan to discuss his thoughts on both the Galaxy and the US Men's National team, playing for Jesse Marsch in New York, his thoughts on mass shootings that he shared at a press conference, and what he plans to do after his career comes to an end.

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2022

On this episode of Futbol with Grant Wahl, Grant and Chris Wittyngham discuss the major headlines in the soccer world including the UEFA Women's Euros semifinals, European friendlies in the US, LAFC and Toronto FC dominating the MLS headlines, and the latest movement in the transfer window. Then, Sacramento Republic GM and President Todd Dunivant joins Grant (46:00) to discuss Sacramento's US Open Cup semifinal against Sporting Kansas City on Wednesday night. Get full access to Fútbol with Grant Wahl at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2022

On this episode, Grant talks to Sirius XM and Real Salt Lake broadcaster Brian Dunseth about his recent monologue on Sirius XM FC discussing concussions in soccer, the many hats he wears in the soccer media, and the current state of RSL who sit 3rd in the MLS western conference.

Transcribed - Published: 21 July 2022

On this episode, Grant talks to Chris Wittyngham about the major headlines including a preview of USWNT-Canada in the Concacaf W Championship final, the women's Euros, Philadelphia Union top of the MLS eastern conference, Seattle Sounders losing 3 matches in a week, and the latest completed transfers in Europe. Then, ESPN's Julie Foudy (30:00) joins the show to talk about the USWNT and the women's Euros.

Transcribed - Published: 18 July 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham cover the major soccer talking points including the US Women's National Team not meeting their high standards in Mexico, Wayne Rooney to DC United, Austin FC flying at the top of MLS, and two big European transfers. Plus, Mia Fishel of Tigres joins (35:30) to discuss how she's progressing in the club game in Mexico after turning down a chance to join NWSL.

Transcribed - Published: 14 July 2022

On this episode, Grant and Chris Wittyngham discuss the major headlines from the weekend including the USWNT qualifying for the Women's World Cup and Mexico's disastrous start to the Concacaf W Championship, Raheem Sterling going to Chelsea, and a big weekend of MLS (we recorded this before Pablo Maurer of The Athletic reported Wayne Rooney will be the next manager of DC United). Then, Everton goalkeeper Asmir Begovic (36:30) joins the show. Get full access to Fútbol with Grant Wahl at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 11 July 2022

With women's continental championships in full swing around the world, Grant interviews Gwendolyn Oxenham, the preeminent long-form writer in women's soccer, about her new podcast series Hustle Rule: The Untold Stories of Women's Soccer, which is hosted by Hannah Waddingham from Ted Lasso. The series, which has a collection of tremendous stories on the women's game from around the globe, is based on Oxenham's book Under the Lights and In the Dark: Untold Stories of Women's Soccer. Get full access to Fútbol with Grant Wahl at grantwahl.substack.com/subscribe

Transcribed - Published: 7 July 2022