Touchline Takes
By Cameron Reed and Karl Capen
Expect lots of USL, NISA, some MLS, and plenty of obscure soccer knowledge from around the world.
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Touchline TakesJan 08, 2024
Episode 58: The Brand-New Touchline Takes
It's a brand-new year and we are finally back in the fold with our latest episode.
Much like Manchester United, 2023 wasn't the best year for us when it comes to our performance, and we are hoping for a much better 2024 (please hold us to this).
Listen for the soccer talk, stay for our plans for the rest of the year!
- Recap of the USL Season
- Start of the USL Super League
- The State of NISA
- U.S. Open Cup Drama
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Episode 57: Livin' La Vida Tampa
Ooooooooh do we have a special episode for you: for the first time ever, the Touchline Take's gang gets together to record an in-person podcast!
We have so much to catch up on so without further ado, here we go...
- Big changes for USL
- Messi Magic
- MLS and Saudi League
- Women's World Cup
- Spanish Football Federation Controversy
- Karl's Experiences in Tampa
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Episode 56: I Bet You Missed Us
Yes, it has been four months since their beautiful voices blessed your ears but after a lot of reflecting around the world of soccer, Cameron and Karl are back and better than ever.
We have a lot we needed to catch up on so settle in and get ready:
- Messi to MLS
- League's Cup Shenanigans
- USL Super League and Midseason check-in
- Women's World Cup
Come for all the great content, stay for us forgetting how to operate a microphone or our audio at all.
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Episode 55: A Brand New USL Season Is Upon Us
It's the return of the USL and domestic league soccer here in the U.S., and its also the return of our voices to your ears as life has slowed down for both Cameron and Karl to give you all what you wanted: Brand new hot takes on an upcoming season.
We discuss:
- MLS and Apple TV
- USL growth
- Winners and losers this upcoming season
Come for the takes, stay for us trying to map out which region in the U.S. has the best soccer foundation.
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Episode 54: New Year, Same Us
Happy New Year to all you Touchline Takes aficionados!
We are back once again to bless your ears with the sweet sound of our voice and controversial opinions revolving around what is happening in the landscape of soccer in the U.S.
In this first episode of 2023 we discuss:
- The Start of MLS
- USL Changes and A Few Predications
- USMNT Fiasco
And as always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe!
Episode 53: The Return
After a brief couple of months hiatus for us here at Touchline Takes, we have returned with VEGENANCE.
From World Cup, to USL Championship, and beyond, we have made our way back to the airwaves with all the hot takes you have known us for.
Listen for the takes, stay for Karl trying to figure out why his microphone makes it sound like he's swimming in Atlantis.
And as always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 52: Home is Where You Find the Orange & Black; An Exclusive Interview with Orange County SC
It's been just over a week so the news broke that the city of Irvine, California was potentially looking to evict USL Championship side Orange County SC from their stadium they've been playing in since 2017 in favor of a LA Galaxy development team.
The defending USLC Champions quickly mobilized support from all across the soccer community to fight for their home - and also the home of other professional soccer clubs.
We chat with OCSC's President of Business Operations, Dan Rutstein, about:
- The details of what happened
- How important the Orange County community is for the club
- What comes next?
And also so much more!
Be sure to follow everything going on with this situation as the issue is far from resolved and far from over.
And as always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 51: *taps mic* PREMIER LEAGUE IS BACK
Ever wonder what it feels like to wake up and find out that somehow, someway you have just inherited a billion dollars? Well, so do we.
Waking up on the morning of the return of the English Premier League probably feels nothing like that either, but still, we are so excited to usher in another season.
From Tottenham to Liverpool, we break down all the surprises we might see this season and where each club stands heading into the new year.
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Episode 50: Pour One Out For Sacramento Republic
After a bit of a break we are back on the podcast airwaves with some of the much exciting news in decades in lower-league soccer history in the U.S. THE Sacramento Republic is heading to the U.S. Open Cup Final, the first time since 2008 a non-MLS side will be featured in the final!
We have a lot to cover that we have missed in the last month:
- Sacramento Republic in the Final
- USL W League
- NOLA and Santa Barbara Sky FC to USL L1
- NISA spiral
- Gold Star FC
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Episode 49.5: U.S. versus the World
Oooooooooooooooooooo weeeeeeeee it's been a long wait but we finally have the cities that will be taking hosting games in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Where will you be going to catch the beginning of the USMNT lifting the trophy?
But in all seriousness, we had a lot to discuss in this jam packed episode after an extra week break.
We discuss:
- 2026 World Cup host cities
- NISA and all its glory
- USL surprises
- Record transfers
- MLS Apple TV Deal
And believe us when we say so much more!
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need. If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe! (pls)
Episode 49: Let's Take a Trip to Europe Baby
The curtains have closed once again on a bunch of great seasons and title races over in Europe so we would like to take an opportunity to acknowledge all that has happened over the course of the year. From Tottenham clinching a spot back in the Champions League, to AC Milan lifting the Scudetto, we cover it all with a little bit of domestic talk sprinkled in as well.
We discuss:
- U.S. Open Cup upsets
- Europa League Final
- Serie A
- La Liga
- Premier League
AND MUCH MOREEEEEEEE
Enjoy our talk on margarita flights, stay for our biggest surprises and disappointments across Europe.
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Episode 48: We Shall Now Be Known as Touchline Takes FC
There is a fresh smell of greed and money in the air and it is not just from Karl's trip to Washington, D.C. We have the latest on so much news that is happening in the soccer world here in the North America, including EA Sports and FIFA going through a nasty divorce right now.
We discuss:
- Ronaldinho business ventures in MASL
- CONCACAF Champions League
- NISA Independent Cup
- Michigan Stars...why?
- Voyagers Cup / Canadian Championship
- Detroit and swearing
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need. If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe! (pls)
Episode 47: U.S. Open Cup Magik in the Air
The U.S. Open Cup might as well be called the "upset Cup" at this point with multiple MLS teams falling to their young brethren in the USL. But it certainly is the beauty of the Cup to watch this all happen in real time, and maybe get a sense that the gap between the two professional leagues is a lot closer than we think.
We discuss:
- All the U.S. Open Cup Magic
- Make our picks for the next upsets
- A little European roundtable
- Italy Serie A race
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need. If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe! (pls)
Episode 46: To All The Soccer Fans Around The World
We discuss:
New details around Canada lower-league organization
Michigan Stars, well, being Michigan Stars
Pittsburg Supporters group awful trash talk
U.S. Open Cup magic in the AIRRRRRR
MLS ratings struggling
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need. If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe! (pls)
Episode 45: The Footy is Back in USA
Well, a lot maybe...but not for us!
We discuss:
Chaos in NISA doesn't stop
U.S. Open Cup gets going
CONCACAF Champions League
Our optimism with MLS this year
Youth intake within MLS
MLS Next Pro rules
And so much more!
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe! (pls)
Episode 44: The Maine Model
We chat so much on here about lower-league soccer at the professional level, that it was about time we gave you listeners a taste of what is happening at the grassroots level of the game.
John C.L. Morgan joins us to talk all things happening on the pitch in the Pine Tree State. We may be a little biased (ok, a lot biased) but some really awesome things are happening and they are only set to get better as John makes a run for president of Soccer Maine.
We discuss:
- How John got involved in soccer
- The idea behind Roosevelt Soccer Club (hint: think cold and Iceland)
- The growth of Maine soccer
- How he hopes to change the landscape of soccer in Maine
And, of course, SO.MUCH.MORE.
Be sure to follow John and all the amazing work he is doing in Maine to grow the game. And, if you have a vote for Soccer Maine president YOU BETTER BE VOTING FOR JOHN.
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Episode 43: Touchline Takes X El Paso Locomotive Coach John Hutchinson
As we approach the final hours until the start of the new USL Championship season, we hope to get YOU ready for the new season.
We chat all things El Paso Locomotive with their new head coach, John Hutchinson.
El Paso are coming off a very successful year and are looking to continue to build on their club and its culture with Hutchinson at the helm. And his track record of experiences speaks for itself.
We discuss:
- His journey to becoming a coach, and taking the El Paso job
- The tactics he is hoping to implement
- The U.S. Open Cup
- Building a youth system
- Expectations for the season
- What he does outside of the touchline
We chat about all this and so much more!
You really don’t want to miss this.
Make sure to follow all things El Paso Locomotive as more exciting things are to come for the club.
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Episode 42: Touchline Takes X Detroit City FC
After going on a long break from any content, we had to give you all something special to come back to us. This is that something special, and then some.
We chat with one of the founding members of Detroit City FC, co-owner Alex Wright. The club is poised for its inaugural season in the USL Championship after making the jump from NISA.
We discuss:
- His love for the game
- The Early Days of DCFC
- Community engagement
- Aspirations moving forward
- DCFC Women's Team
We chat about all this and so much more!
You really don’t want to miss this.
Make sure to follow all things Detroit City FC as more exciting things are to come for the club.
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Episode 41: Our Redemption Ark
"Is this thing on?!"
WE ARE BACKKKKKK AND BETTER THAN EVER!
It's been awhile since we've last been seen (heard) but as we approach the beginnings of the domestic league going again here in the U.S., we are making our long awaited return to the airwaves.
There is a lot we needed to catch up on and chat about so buckle in and enjoy the calming sound of our voices.
We discuss:
The Lost Pod
CONCACAF Champions League
MLS season predictions
Brasileirão changes
USL predictions
Canadian Premier League
Women's game growing
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 40: The Lost Pod
*listen at own risk*
Episode 39: We Saw Mama Kicking Soccer Balls
What a fun and wild year it has been surrounding the world's game, and what better way to end it and ring in the Holiday Season than looking back at all that happened. Cameron and Karl give their takes on what they thought some of the most important moments had been.
From lower-league in the U.S., to the game over in Europe, we even realize that a lot has happened this year we didn't even remember.
Come for the shenanigans, stay for Karl realizing his camera isn't working and he has been recording his audio on his webcam this whole time.
A special thank you to all our listeners this past year as well. Without you, we literally would just be two idiots taking into microphones to each other, all alone in this cold, cruel world of soccer.
And as always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 38: Touchline Takes X Minnesota Women’s Soccer
We discuss:
• The idea behind the club’s vison
• The response from the soccer community
• Improvements in women’s soccer
• Expectations for the club
We chat about all this and so much more! You really don’t want to miss this.
Make sure to follow all things Minnesota Women’s Soccer as more exciting things are to come for the club.
And as always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe!
Episode 37: Arrivederci, MLS Clubs
The moment we all knew was coming, but just didn't know when: MLS Next Pro unveils its 21 clubs for the inaugural season, plus more to come over the next couple of years. Happy? Sad? Angry? There are a lot of emotions for fans of lower-league soccer to this announcement, including some questionable graphic design choices.
We discuss:
- The ripple effect this will have on USL
- Oh no, Rochester what are you doing?
- Stadium issues in OKC
- Charlotte Independence to USL League One
- NISA Nation announcements
- Cam and Papa Reed's USL match experience
- Sam Kerr our new favorite player???
We got a big surprise for you all coming next week, so be sure to stay tuned!
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Episode 36: USL Championship Finals Preview
It's been a wild USL Championship season and playoffs, and it all comes down to one final game. We breakdown how we got here and include a bit of our own spicy takes on what the future may hold.
We also discuss:
- NWSL Championship and ongoing investigations
- What this could mean for the USL W League and Super League
- Prizes for listeners
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Episode 35: The Beautiful Game Through the Media Scope
We promise we will return to our regularly scheduled broadcasts of discussing lower-league soccer, but what is having fun without a little bit of shenanigans?
Cameron and Karl are thrilled to bring you our HOT takes on the landscape of soccer media scattered throughout the multiverse - each part intertwining with one another to make a beautiful web of excitement. You really don't want to miss what we think about how media has shaped the landscape of the beautiful game in the United States.
We discuss:
- The FIFA video game fever; but it all began with Backyard Soccer
- New Star Soccer??
- Kicking and Screaming defined our childhood
- Siu Lam juk kau (Shaolin Soccer)
- The beauty of Anime
- Bringing more fans to the game
There is so much driven into this one episode, we are sure that you all will have a good time listening.
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Episode 34: Get in Losers, We Are Going to the USL
We discuss:
Detroit City FC to the USL Championship (!!!!!)
Our thinking behind their decision
Where this now leaves NISA
More changes ahead of the next USL season?
Our totally and 100% accurate USL Championship playoff picks
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 33: Touchline Takes Goes All In
Welcome back friends and listeners!
Touchline Takes comes at you fast with another episode revolving around all things lower-league soccer in the United States. A lot of interesting elements and discussions to this episode, so you don't want to miss it!
We discuss:
- A New Hot Segment
- Syracuse Pulse AC?
- Minnesota Women's Soccer
- KC Current new NWSL Stadium
- NE Revs rebrand logo
- USL Championship playoff picks (disclaimer: we are so wrong)
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Episode 32: USMNT, CCL, USL Super League, NWSL *BREATHES* AND MORE
PHEWWWWWW!
It's been a bit since we hooked up our mics and gave to you all an episode that talks about all the wild news happening in the world of soccer. We cover all that we can so buckle up, crack open a cold one, and enjoy the ride.
We discuss:
- Our optimism surrounding the USMNT
- Changes to the CCL, Leagues Cup
- USL Super League, and NWSL problems
Come for the soccer talk, stay for the possibility of us one day recording an episode surrounding tacos.
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 31: Touchline Takes and the Godfather of Midwest American Soccer
We discuss:
• His humble beginning's of getting started
• The catalysts behind the growth of the sport
• His favorite project that never happened
• The ideas behind NISA
• Chicago House AC trending up
• The optimism towards where NISA is headed
There is also SO much more, and a few scoops of things happening that nobody else has heard before.
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe!
And also be sure to follow Peter Wilt, Chicago House AC and EVERYTHING that is happening with NISA.
Episode 30: Touchline Takes is UPSET
Been awhile since we sat down and did a podcast just on the news of the day, but there was so much to talk about we had to get it done.
We discuss:
- NISA Nation teams and schedule announcement
- RIP Rochester Rhinos
- USMNT World Cup Qualifiers
- Do we mortgage our house to buy WCQ tickets?
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
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Episode 29: Touchline Takes sits down with Morris Elite SC President Vincenzo Bernardo
The club has grown significantly in just the past five years, and now will be joining the USL W League's inaugural season next year as well.
We discuss:
• Vincenzo's journey in his career
• How he came up with the vision for Morris Elite SC
• The reasoning behind joining the W League
• How the league can further grow the sport for young girls and women
And much, much more!
Follow all things USL, NISA and other footballing activities with Touchline Takes on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
And be sure to follow Morris Elite SC and all fun things happening there as well!
Episode 28: Touchline Takes Kicking it with River City 93
We discuss:
• Richmond Kickers’ history
• His journey of being a fan
• The competitive nature of USL L1
• Impacts MLS D3 might have on the club
And when we say SO much more, we mean it.
Be sure to check out Elliot on River City 93 and the other podcasts he is a part of: Well Played, Walkin’ 90 and Can I Kick It.
And make sure to subscribe and listen to Touchline Takes for all the news and latest of lower-league soccer action in the U.S., and around the world.
Episode 27: Messi off to Paris; We are off experiencing NISA and USL action
We chat about:
• Our experiences with USL, NISA Cup
• The Messi Drama
• USMNT Gold Cup Performance
If you enjoyed this episode, and want to hear more, subscribe to our podcast as we digest the latest news in the world of soccer both within the United States and outside of it.
Episode 26: Exclusive interview with President of Maryland Bobcats
In our first sit down chat within the realm of NISA, we chat with President of the Maryland Bobcats, Jay Saba.
We discuss a wide range of topics, including how Maryland has fared since making the jump to NISA (SPOILER: They have been doing very well).
If you haven't heard much about NISA, now is the time to jump on the bandwagon of one of the most intriguing and exciting professional soccer leagues in the United States.
Give this episode a listen and dive deep into the world of NISA soccer.
As always, subscribe to our podcast of the latest discussion in the world of soccer both within the United States and outside of it.
Episode 25: USL possibly striking Gold and other big news
WE ARE BACK AND BETTER THAN EVER.
In the return of Touchline Takes after a brief hiatus, we discuss all the happenings around soccer in the U.S. and across the world.
INCLUDING possible big developments within the USL
We talk about:
• Olympic competition
• The issues with social media surrounding the sport
• Pro/rel USL???
• The US Open Cup
Subscribe and listen and make sure you don't miss some more big content in the coming weeks.
Episode 24: Chatting all things soccer kits and more with Golaço Kits
It’s a collaboration of a lifetime, bringing it to you exclusively here.
We chat about:
• The Golaço Kit humble beginnings, including what their original idea was
• Starting a business during the COVID Pandemic
• Their own favorite kits that is part of the collection
And so, so much more!
Also be sure to check out Golaço Kits website and on Instagram.
You can find them at golacokits.com/
If you are in the Miami area, you can also make an appointment at their store where they have THOUSANDS of kits on display.
And as always be sure to follow Touchline Takes on all platforms including Twitter and Instagram for the latest news.
Episode 23: Exclusive interview with El Paso Locomotives' GM Andrew Forrest
This is the one you all have been waiting for...
Touchline Takes chats all things USL and soccer here in the U.S. with the General Manager of the El Paso Locomotives, Andrew Forrest.
We discuss:
- Andrew's journey to where he is now
- El Paso's growing success in the USL and community
- Partnership with FC Juárez in Liga MX
- The new USL W League... and El Paso's plans in the future
- His thoughts on the MLS' new D3 League
- And so much more!
Follow all things USL, NISA and other lower-league with Touchline Takes on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Be sure to follow El Paso Locomotives and all fun things happening there as well!
Episode 22: Lower-league shenanigans, more details on MLS D3 League and Euros baby
There is never a dull moment in lower-league soccer here in the U.S.
The excitement is overwhelming with all that is happening and we are excited to bring it to you once again.
We discuss:
- A new and familiar face becomes part of the ownership with the Rochester Rhinos
- More clarity on the MLS' desires for a D3 league
- USL and NISA mishaps with the Oakland Roots and LA Force not having great weeks...
- The craziness around the Euros
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe!
Episode 21: MLS' new third tier league?!?!??
WHAT?! You've got to be kidding us MLS.
Rumors are circulating that the MLS is looking to create a third tier league in the United States, and the implications of this could be devastating to some of the lower-leagues already established in the professional system.
We discuss:
- How this could effect the USL, NISA and beyond
- The scenarios that could happen to make sure the lower-leagues survive
- And why we've had just about enough of these things trying to happen
Subscribe and listen and make sure you don't miss some more big content in the coming weeks.
Episode 20: Chatting Canadian soccer with Oliver Platt
Join us for an interview with Oliver Platt, an analyst at OneSoccer and one of the top experts on all things Canadian Soccer.
We discuss:
- Oli's history with the sport and progression towards broadcasting
- Canadian Premier League (first impressions, Covid struggles/success, expansion)
- The future of the lower leagues in Canada -Canadian men's national team prospects
- Canadian's and club success in Europe
Catch Oli on the OneSoccer app or Youtube channel and be sure to follow him on twitter for the latest Canadian soccer news: @plattoli
Episode 19: Euro end of season review (the boys eat some humble pie)
Wowie another European season is somehow miraculously in the books, today we talk about:
- The remaining title races
- Surprising league winners
- Some of the unsung heroes this season
We will be getting back into USL / NISA / MLS content heavy in the following episodes.... stay tuned for some big pods!
Episode 18: RIP European Super League, Early MLS / USL thoughts, Fan power?
Welcome back football fans this week we:
- Discuss the fall of the European Super League
- Explore the power of the fan in the modern game
- Recap how the early season of the USL / MLS is looking so far
- Queensborough USL stadium plans
- A surprise success story of an American coach in the Bundesliga.... that isn't Jesse Marsch
Episode 17: THE EUROPEAN SUPER LEAGUE (WE AIN'T HAPPY)
The European Super League was announced on 4/18/2020, the league is to be a closed doors league consisting of 15 permanent members and has taken the footballing world to a very dark place. We break down what we know so far, and what we believe the implications could be for the sport as a whole.
As always feel free to reach out to us on Twitter (@touchlinetakes) / Instagram @touchline_takes
Episode 16: Touchline Takes is Vaccinated!
We are back and our immune systems are revved up and ready to go!
This week we:
- Discuss the 2021 MLS Kits
- Karl's big move to Cleveland
- Potential changes in FIFA's transfer rules and the..... implications
- Recap where things stand in the top 5 European leagues
- Get some hype going for the new USL / MLS seasons!
As always, feel free to reach out to us @touchlinetakes on twitter, we'd love to hear from you!
Episode 15: United Women's Soccer League X NISA, Club world cup, and romantic views on soccer
Hello TT fam!
We are back again for a little (late) valentines podcast, and our listeners are of course our #1 valentine this year.
What can you expect with today's pod:
- Copa libertadores / Club world cup talk (what's up with Palmeiras?)
- Diving into the UWS X Nisa partnership, what it could mean for both leagues.
- Champions league is back!
- Discussing the form of our respective favorite clubs (Spurs and Liverpool)
Thanks for listening, and as always feel free to reach out on twitter @touchlinetakes
Episode 14: North Carolina FC, Northern Colorado FC, and NISA crumbling?
Welcome to 2021 TT Fam, we are back in action unlike the USL which is still on it's in between seasons break but that doesn't mean there isn't news!
We talk:
-North Carolina FC dropping down to USL League 1
-Northern Colorado FC joining USL League 1
-Michigan Stars FC potentially jumping ship from NISA to USL
-Karl's beloved Spurs reaching a cup final
-Cam's not so good but in reality pretty good Reds
and your usual healthy dose of bickering.... enjoy!
Episode 13: The Touchline Takes Christmas Special (Concacaf Champions league final and more!)
Happy holidays all!
In today's pod we really aimed to bring you some holiday cheer by:
-Discussing the concacaf champions league final
-Outlining our Christmas wish lists
-Helping Santa with the naughty and nice lists (football edition)
-And thanking our listeners for spending some time with us this year.
Episode 12: Some FUEGO in the USL, a history lesson (American Soccer League), and... Karl cries?
Welcome back TT gang!
In today's episode:
-We discuss the newest expansion in USL League One
-The history of professional soccer in the United states... dating back to the 1800s! and pick some of our favorite club names
-MLS Final preview (recap coming soon)
-Copa Libertadores
-Karl has a good old fashioned holiday cry
Episode 11: LET US GIVE THANKS TO THE SPORT WE ALL LOVE; USL, NISA, NPSL AND A BIT OF TALK FROM AROUND THE WORLD
HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL OUR AMERICAN LISTENERS, AND HAPPY DAY OF THE WEEK TO OUR NON-AMERICAN ONES.
Today is a day to give thanks to the beautiful game.
BIG SHOW AS ALWAYS TODAY:
• Best dishes at Thanksgiving
• USL League 1 team possibly coming to New Hampshire
• Fort Worth (YES, NOT FORT WAYNE), Texas ambitions for a professional club
• FC Málaga City New York joining USL League Two
• More news from the NISA club starting in Chicago
• And how much does it cost to start a club in the NPSL?
ALL THAT AND MORE RIGHT HERE ON TOUCHLINE TAKES
Episode 10: ANTICLIMACTIC USL SEASON FINAL, RIP RENO, LOWER LEAGUE EXPANSION NEWS, CAM GOES FOR A SCOOTER RIDE, KARL DOES A LOT OF SPECULATING
Welcome back all!
With the election out of the way we can get back to what's important: football.
Today we discuss:
-Covid meddling with the USL
-Laying to rest our dear friend Reno 1868
-Lower league expansion / partnerships (Hibs / Charleston)
-Various ramblings about UCL / EL
-And just a tiny little bit of Geopolitics