Northern Fútbol Podcast

Ben, Peter and Alex gather mere moments after Canada Soccer announced the timeline for the hiring of a permanent general secretary and MNT head coach. What does this news mean for the future of the program?

The guys also preview the WNT's Olympic playoff vs. Jamaica, discuss the Vancouver Whitecaps' chances of winning MLS Cup, HFX Wanderers' stadium plan, the MNT left-wing depth chart and break down a solid performance from Luc de Fougerolles in the Football League Trophy!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:54 – CSA leadership updates

13:10 – Canada vs. Jamaica first leg preview

25:00 – No CanWNT at Pan Am Games

29:00 – WNT players abroad to watch in Europe

31:01 – Canada U-17 friendly preview

35:34 – Hoilett to Vancouver thoughts

40:02 – Can we expedite Gauld’s citizenship?

46:24 – Vancouver’s odds of winning MLS Cup

53:57 – Miljevic madness

59:50 – Benefit’s of HFX’s permanent stadium plan

1:03:58 – Nimick’s best fit if he moves clubs

1:08:09 – Our CanMNT LW depth chart

1:10:16 – Luc de Fougerolles impresses vs. English League 1 club

1:13:03 – Potential surprise omissions or inclusions for Japan friendly

Ben, Peter and Alex discuss the CanWNT roster reveal, break down the key talking points from the squad and discuss the importance of lower ticket prices for these games.

They also recap Cavalry clinching a playoff spot, discuss the favourites for the North Star Shield and how the CPL can keep growing in local markets.

Plus, a discussion on prospective MLS playoff teams, Alphonso Davies' future, League1 Canada teams qualifying for the Canadian Championship and more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:10 – Breaking down the CanWNT roster to face Jamaica

5:11 – Sold out BMO Field = sign of things to come?

11:17 – Is Cavalry the favourite for the North Star Shield?

17:02 – Steps to help grow local CPL markets

25:07 – Córdova sold by Vancouver: what’s next?

32:19 – Playoff expectations for Vancouver, Montreal 

37:42 – Vilsaint, Saliba and Franklin’s stocks

39:02 – Whitecaps academy tensions with NEXT Pro team?

44:16 – Best fit for Davies: Bayern or Real Madrid?

47:43 – Should Canada pivot to Farsi with Buchanan hurt?

50:12 – Leon finally gets her move!

52:58 – Potential expiring Canadian contracts to watch

55:10 – Will CSB influence the CanMNT coaching hire?

57:04 – Could Hugo Pérez be a legit coaching candidate?

1:01:04 – Breaking down the League1 teams to qualify for CanChamp

1:08:08 – How to add more League1 clubs to the CanChamp

1:11:02 – Re-aligning the U Sports pyramid

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex kick off the show discussing the latest hitch in Saskatoon's CPL expansion bid, what this means for future expansion and more.

The guys also discuss the CPL playoff race, Goteh Ntignee's move to Annecy, whether Toronto FC's success translates to Canadian soccer's success, the latest on Canadians abroad and other topical issues!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:30 – Saskatoon CPL hits a snag

7:16 – What Saskatoon news means for CPL expansion

10:58 – Ntignee to Ligue 2!

17:26 – Who’ll come out on top in CPL playoff race?

23:51 – Which CPL team has best shot at a Champions Cup run?

30:11 – Is a good TFC good for Canadian soccer?

37:23 – TSN’s MLS coverage

41:10 – David stays at Lille: good or bad call?

46:39 – Corbeanu’s odds of a call-up

48:53 – Leon’s future at Man United

51:44 – Could Hoilett move to TFC?

56:06 – How CSA can right the wrongs of past 18 months

1:00:56 – How Canada could look under Biello in October

1:04:38 – Does Canada need a big-name coach?

1:06:14 – What can Canada Soccer learn from Canada Basketball?

🇨🇦🚨EMERGENCY PODCAST🇨🇦🚨

Ben Steiner and Alex Gangue-Ruzic jump into the virtual studio mere hours after John Herdman announced that he will be joining Toronto FC as head coach, leaving Canada Soccer and the men's national team.

The boys answer your questions and ponder what this means for Canada, Toronto FC, and who could possibly take the reigns of the men's national team ahead of a critical time for the program.

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Ben, Peter and Alex gather to discuss the recent report of John Herdman being the frontrunner for the Toronto FC job and what could follow for the men's national team if he leaves.

The guys also discuss the players' statement on the federation's recent (in)activity, the debuts of Sam Adekugbe and Richie Laryea and choose their best XI from Quebec!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:45 – Herdman the TFC frontrunner: will it happen?

5:08 – Positives for CSA/MNT if Herdman leaves

8:38 – Is Herdman the right hire for TFC?

11:20 – Ideal/realistic scenario for a Herdman replacement

13:14 – Is Canada reaping the benefits of hosting a World Cup?

22:56 – Will the players and federation ever find common ground?

28:01 – Vilsaint’s impact and Choiniere’s future

33:19 – Saliba’s growth this season

37:33 – Thoughts on Laryea’s and Adekugbe’s debuts

45:30 – Why have there been fewer CPL transfers?

49:41 – Possible Canadian Super Cup?

53:54 – Potential destinations for Deanne Rose

55:00 – Picking our Quebec XI and squad

57:30 – Canada Red, White and Black XIs (Europe, CPL, MLS)

Ben, Peter and Alex are back together in Shaughnessy Ben's backyard to discuss the John Herdman to Toronto FC reports, the possibility of him leaving the men's national team and who could replace him if he accepts the job.

The guys also discuss the latest in the CPL, MLS and our Canadians abroad before selecting their Ontario-born CanMNT XI!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:02 – Which NFP host would look the least out of place on the pitch with the CanMNT?

6:15 – Avidly awaiting a Robbo return to TFC

10:04 – Herdman linked to TFC… who’d replace him as CanMNT coach?

17:04 – Who’s likelier to leave before the World Cup: Priestman or Herdman?

18:19 – Factors behind the CanMNT not playing September friendlies

19:26 – Potential for fresh faces in October?

21:15 – York, HFX, Ottawa: Who’ll miss the playoffs?

26:09 – Why isn’t Doneil Henry starting for HFX?

29:41 – Nimick linked to MLS, Premier League

31:55 – CPL coaches who are ready for the next step

34:56 – Other CPL teams who could form a women’s team

44:33 – How to attract more fans to CPL games given the CSB deal

49:05 – TFC to clean house ASAP?

52:07 – Will Giovinco actually return to TFC?

54:54 – What to expect from Laryea, Adekugbe

59:34 – Montreal & Vancouver players who deserve a call-up the most

1:05:45 – Milan Borjan club update

1:07:23 – Abzi’s stock on the rise

1:09:23 – Knight-Lebel and de Fougerolles’ potential

1:12:40 – Picking our Ontario-born CanMNT-eligible XI

Ben, Peter and Alex gather later in the week after Canada Soccer announced an MNT friendly against Japan – the only match they will play between now and November's Nations League qualifiers. What does this mean for the team's future and is this a sign of things to come in the future? The guys answer everything on the matter.

They also dive into your questions about the Vancouver Whitecaps after a busy transfer window, the CPL's craziness in recent weeks and some burning questions for players abroad.

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:50 - Canada only gets 1 friendly

5:20 – Is the golden generation being put in a downward spiral?

9:38 – Will expectations change for Nations League?

15:16 – Will there be more European players called up in October?

18:33 – Why can’t the CSA schedule more friendlies?

23:37 – U-17 World Cup in jeopardy?

25:00 – What to make of Canada’s U-15 campaign

28:20 – Thoughts on Laryea, Adekugbe signings

30:40 – Vanni Sartini’s future

32:37 – Where can Whitecaps realistically finish?

34:50 – CPL’s incredibly tight playoff race

36:23 – Making sense of De Rosario’s THC ban

37:58 – Thoughts on the CPL’s Exceptional Young Talent category

39:31 – CPL players who’ve surprised us the most

44:00 – Why haven’t there been more U-21 loans?

46:18 – Have CPL attacking exports flopped?

49:45 – Can Aparicio make a step up from CPL?

52:18 – How can CPL keep marketing itself?

55:45 – Who could have a Messi-like impact in CPL?

1:00:09 – Will David stay at Lille?

1:03:44 – What happened with Buchanan?

1:06:20 – Can other clubs help women’s soccer expansion?

1:09:50 – Naming a best BC-born XI

1:12:08 – U Sports players to watch ahead of new season

Ben, Peter and Alex gather a day after Canada's humiliating 4-0 loss to Australia, as they became the first Olympic gold medallists to bow out of the World Cup at the group stage. What went wrong? What's next and will the issues linger? The guys answer all of this and more in their post-mortem.

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:18 – Will Schmidt and Sinclair receive send-offs?

4:35 – Why did defence wilt vs. Australia?

9:26 – Did WNT lack a clear identity?

17:23 – How to address the attacking woes

23:05 – Is the CSA dispute a convenient excuse?

27:48 – Do players deserve a large share of blame?

31:35 – Priestman’s role and future

36:34 – Who could replace Priestman if she leaves?

38:00 – Is Canadian women’s soccer falling behind?

43:28 – What to expect vs. Jamaica in September

47:14 – What changes does the WNT need to get back on track?

51:15 – Things to be optimistic about

54:23 – Importance of Project 8

58:36 – Identifying the next generation of players

Peter is back! He joins Ben and Alex following Canada's 2-1 come-from-behind victory over Ireland at the World Cup to discuss the victory, the team's continued slow starts and whether that's a bad omen ahead of another tricky test against Australia.

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:47 – That Olimpico

6:55 – What went wrong in the first half?

13:45 – Why can’t Canada start well?

22:15 – Thoughts on Quinn-Grosso-Fleming trio

28:00 – Canada does Viens no favours again

32:40 – Sinclair and Schmidt’s roles

36:48 – What does Lacasse have to do to start?

41:40 – What to expect vs. Australia

45:43 – Do Lacasse and Schmidt start vs. Australia?

49:23 – Predicting Canada’s XI and the score

55:39 – Women’s kits: 🔥

Ben and Alex recap Canada's opening 0-0 draw with Nigeria at the 2023 World Cup, from Bev Priestman's selection to whether it's time to start worrying about the team's outlook at the tournament. They also preview the team's second match against Ireland in what will be a pivotal game.

Ben and Alex are back after a week off and jump right into all the details regarding the FIFA Women's World Cup and Canada's journey through the tournament.

The show begins with 45 minutes of CanWNT and World Cup chat before answering the remainder of the questions in the CanMNT Gold Cup review portion of the show.

Peter Galindo is expected to return soon

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Ben and Alex convene over Zoom, despite being just a few kilometres away from each other, to chat about Canada Soccer at the Gold Cup and the leadup to the FIFA Women's World Cup Australia New Zealand 2023.

Peter is still with the CanMNT technical staff at the Gold Cup.

This episode begins with chatter about the Gold Cup and Canada's efforts there before analyzing the leadup to the CanWNT aT the Women's World Cup. We end the show with MLS, CPL and League 1 Canada analysis.

As always, your questions are answered.

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Alex and Ben are back in the NFP Studios in Toronto, with Peter away on international duty. And with the Gold Cup right around the corner, they dive into their expectations for the tournament, figure out Canada's best XI, discuss some key omissions and much more. Then, they finish off with a Guadeloupe preview, and then dive into some CanWNT chatter as the 2023 World Cup rapidly approaches here.

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TIMESTAMPS:

0:30 Introduction

1:00 Gold Cup preview

6:30 Listener questions begin

6:40 What are Canada's GC expectations?

25:00 Roster dicussion

31:00 Canada's best XI?

40:00 No Sirois or Choinière?

47:00 Guadeloupe preview

49:00 Other questions

56:00 CanWNT World Cup updates

Produced by Alex Gangué-Ruzic

Ben, Peter and Alex recap Canada's 2-0 loss to the U.S. in the Concacaf Nations League final and look ahead to what could be a transformative and massive few months for the program. They also go over the Gold Cup roster and some possible storylines to watch.

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:16 – Initial reactions to Canada’s Nations League final loss

13:08 – Giving the U.S. their flowers

14:30 – Does Canada have a problem playing from behind?

18:50 – Disconnect from Herdman and the performance?

23:28 – Was it actually good enough in the final third?

25:58 – Why can’t Canada score against the big dogs?

29:30 – Jonathan David’s impotence in big games

32:14 – Cornelius’ potential impact

34:29 – No Atiba: Why?

35:51 – How to build stronger chemistry

42:52 – How to improve the defensive structure

45:43 – Davies’ best position

51:04 – Herdman’s performance vs. USA

53:28 – Is Herdman still the right fit for Canada?

57:38 – Could Herdman leave before Copa América?

1:05:00 – Were Herdman’s comments justified?

1:11:10 – Breaking down the Gold Cup squad

1:14:52 – Time to move on from Borjan?

1:17:26 – Could Ryan Gauld pull a Lucho Acosta?

Ben, Peter and Alex gather less than 12 hours after Canada's 2-0 win over Panama to discuss the result, your burning questions from the game, the wild semifinal between the U.S. and Mexico, plus they preview Sunday's final!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:06 – Canada is in the Nations League final!

5:41 – Recapping a wild USA vs. Mexico semifinal

14:47 – Explaining the rationales for Canada’s XI

16:58 – Concern over Panama’s spell of dominance in the 2nd half?

19:26 – Allegiant Stadium conditions play a factor?

21:57 – Is Laryea indispensable for the CanMNT?

26:54 – How red cards affect the USMNT’s game plan

31:37 – Canada’s rotation plan pays offq

34:56 – What to work on tactically ahead of the final

37:17 – Individual matchups to watch

38:53 – Will Kone and Buchanan start the final?

40:36 – Predicting Canada’s XI vs. USA

42:30 – Score predictions for the final

Produced by Peter Galindo

Ben, Peter and Alex sit down to break down Canada's Nations League semifinal vs. Panama, from possible lineups to the opposition's greatest threats. They also react in realtime to Aidan Morris' U.S. call-up. The guys also recap the week that was in MLS and the CPL in this bumper preview episode.

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:20 – Thoughts on Bombito’s call-up

7:48 –  Who’ll start at the back for Canada?

8:46 – Best midfield combo to use

10:34 – Predicting the starting XI vs. Panama

11:38 – Which newbies will see the pitch?

13:13 – How Canada could lose to Panama

15:28 – Panama’s biggest threats

18:46 – Which team poses the biggest threat to Canada?

20:06 – Predictions for each Nations League semi 

23:14 – Instant reaction to Morris’ USA call-up

26:14 – Canadian-focused takeaways for TFC, MTL

30:58 – Will Whitecaps get more respect?

35:00 – York United keep rising

39:00 – Which CPL player can move up *this* summer?

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex gather later than usual after Canada's Nations League squad was unveiled on Wednesday. They answer your burning questions from the unveiling, assess whether there's enough midfield depth and if the Aidan Morris dream is dead.

The guys also break down the CanWNT's pre-World Cup roster and whether there could be a couple surprises for the final World Cup squad.

Finally, they recap the Canadian Championship final, debate whether Vanni Sartini is now Vancouver's best coach in the MLS era and choose their all-time iconic Canadian Championship lineup!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:52 – Experience over merit for Nations League?

8:56 – Why no Choiniere, Sirois?

11:49 – No Aidan Morris: What’s next?

19:21 – Midfield depth concerns

22:02 – Dissecting Wotherspoon’s inclusion

24:00 – Who’ll replace Cornelius if he’s hurt?

28:18 – Last hurrah for Hutchinson and the vets?

31:25 – How many holdovers for the Gold Cup?

33:59 – Why so few BC-trained players for the MNT?

43:37 – Big takeaways from the CanWNT pre-World Cup roster

49:14 – Is Sartini the best Whitecaps coach in the MLS era?

58:39 – Standout Canadians for each team in the final

1:04:11 – Picking our iconic all-time Canadian Championship XI

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex gather to discuss Tuesday's breaking news that Canada Soccer have accepted the federal government's conditions to continue receiving more funding. They also recap the Canadian Championship semifinals, the big storylines from MLS (mainly TFC), CPL and name their CPL all-star seven-a-side teams!

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RUNNING ORDER

1:51 – CSA to undergo financial audits and more

5:58 – Recapping the Canadian Championship semifinals

11:14 – Who’ll be the Whitecaps’ third Canadian starter?

15:25 – Thoughts on Toronto FC’s dysfunction

27:00 – Did D.C. United win save Bradley’s job? Did young midfield provide a blueprint?

29:12 – TFC’s form with Insigne vs. With Bernardeschi

30:30 – TFC II issues

33:04 – CF Montreal back on track?

38:35 – Should Hasal go on a CPL loan?

43:00 – Forge pulling away from the rest of the CPL?

45:16 – York United’s turnaround

48:06 – Concern over Cavalry?

50:25 – How the Wanderers can turn it around

53:31 – Shaan Hundal’s comments coming back to bite him?

55:14 – CPL vs. CEBL TV deals

57:59 – Choosing our CPL 7-a-side all-stars!

1:03:26 – Canadian U-20s who can make Canada’s World Cup squad this summer

1:06:24 – Canucks Abroad standouts, duds from European season

1:14:48 – Importance level of Nations League vs. Gold Cup, World Cup expectations

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex are back together in Mr. Steiner's palatial estate to record a jam-packed episode. From Aidan Morris' inclusion on Canada's preliminary Nations League squad, to other burning questions from that roster reveal, the boys go over every detail. Then, they preview the Canadian Championship, recap the weekend in MLS and CPL and go over some listener questions in the Canucks Abroad Roundup!

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RUNNING ORDER

2:43 – Initial thoughts on CanMNT preliminary squad

5:34 – Aidan Morris’ ceiling

10:43 – Why wasn’t Farsi included?

12:43 – Sigur updates, Cambridge’s potential

15:08 – No CPL players: No room or a reflection on quality?

20:23 – Who deserves a CanMNT place this summer?

23:19 – How should Canada line up vs. Panama?

25:04 – Which 5 World Cup players would you call up to the Gold Cup?

27:48 – Players who could be playing their last CanMNT matches

31:29 – Quick Canadian Championship predictions

36:00 – Increase the number of Canadians on the pitch?

38:00 – Leagues Cup format for the Voyageurs Cup?

43:05 – The Toronto FC debacle

48:30 – Are the Whitecaps… Good?

50:57 – Should Hasal consider a move away? Is Habibullah in the first-team picture?

54:16 – Is Montreal’s magic wearing off?

57:40 – What’s up with Ottawa, Halifax?

1:04:42 – Takeaways from Mark Noonan interview w/Footy Prime

1:10:40 – Will there be CPL expansion in 2024?

1:13:54 – Filling the rest of the provisional roster with CPL, MLS players

1:18:32 – First impressions on Moise Bombito

1:22:11 – CanWNT standout performers this season, Carle vs. St. Georges

1:28:03 – Ideal starting XI for the CanWNT

1:31:16 – Quick U-20 Championship preview

1:35:22 – Phonzie’s impact on Bayern

1:39:42 – Stock up, stock down for CanMNT

Produced by Peter Galindo

Ben, Peter and Alex open the show with a look back at the Canadian Championship quarterfinals, including controversial refereeing decisions, the need for VAR, how long it will take a CPL team to win the Voyageurs Cup and TSS Rovers' magical run coming to an end.

They then diagnose all the issues at Toronto FC, explain how CF Montreal has undergone this turnaround and whether there's anything to worry about following the Vancouver Whitecaps' loss to Portland on Saturday.

Finally, they go over the weekend that was in the CPL and dive into your CanMNT-related questions with the Nations League less than a month away.

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RUNNING ORDER

2:19 – Major takeaways from Canadian Championship quarterfinals

8:00 – Time for VAR in Canadian Championship and CPL?

14:13 – When will a CPL team win the Voyageurs Cup?

17:21 – How has Montreal turned it around?

21:21 – Thoughts on JMR’s red card

24:00 – Is Bradley on the hot seat?

28:26 – Time for a rebuild at TFC?

35:45 – More TFC II players to come?

37:05 – How TFC can better utilize its academy

41:10 – Breaking down Vancouver’s loss to Portland

43:58 – Takeaways from updated MLS salary guide

50:55 – Lessons learned from CPL weekend

57:50 – Who’ll emerge as Pacific’s top striker?

1:00:03 – Concern over CPL attendance figures?

1:13:05 – Adekugbe to the Whitecaps?

1:17:32 – Where are Brym, Ugbo and Akinola on the depth chart?

1:20:40 – MLS players who’ll be under consideration for the summer

1:22:25 – How Balogun’s commitment to USMNT changes Concacaf

1:24:50 – Players who’ll likely be excluded from CanMNT

1:27:03 – Why would Dino Rossi be a good presidential candidate?

1:29:13 – Players to build a Project 8 team around

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex kick off the show with a recap of Canada Soccer's AGM, from Charmaine Crooks' appointment to reports of meddling from Victor Montagliani, financial troubles and much more.

Then, the boys recap a busy weekend in MLS, including Toronto FC's troubles, CF Montreal's turnaround and the Vancouver Whitecaps' hot form. They also dive into some CPL topics like Tommy Wheeldon Jr.'s future, Kadin Chung's midfield transformation and other talking points!

Finally, they cap off the show by chatting with Farhan Devji, the author of Alphonso Davies: A New Hope, available wherever you get your books! Plus some Canadians Abroad chatter.

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:00 – Crooks elected as permanent Canada Soccer president

4:50 – Montagliani’s involvement, financial concerns, etc.

8:15 – Does Bob Bradley take responsibility for TFC’s issues?

19:18 – Sapong, MacNaughton thriving in new environments

22:27 – Montreal, Vancouver extend their streaks

30:46 – First impressions on Vancouver FC matchday experience

38:03 – End of Tommy Wheeldon Jr. era at Cavalry?

43:07 – Kadin Chung midfield experiment

45:06 – Teams we *want* to see in CPL

50:06 – Quick Canadian Championship predictions

53:10 – Farhan Devji on his new book, Alphonso Davies: A New Hope

1:05:53 – Ike Ugbo to MLS!?

1:09:40 – Loturi’s club future

1:11:12 – Kennedy’s club future

1:16:24 – Johnston as an inverted FB for CanMNT?

1:17:58 – Creative ways to have more youth camps

1:19:23 – Tahid’s U-17 exclusion

1:20:50 – Improvements to Canadian pyramid

1:22:30 – U Sports players worth watching

Ben, Peter and Alex gather to discuss the unveiling of AFC Toronto City as the third team to join Project 8, the proposed Canadian women's league. The guys go over the announcement, potential concerns and ways the club can "get it right" off the hop.

Then they go over the MLS weekend, including Mathieu Choiniere's latest heroics and his push to crack the CanMNT this summer. They also discuss the latest happenings in the CPL, from Woobens Pacius' future to the CPL's future amidst the York United situation.

Finally, the boys go over the latest Jonathan David rumours, position battles in the CanMNT and CanWNT with so many injury concerns and much more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:49 – AFC Toronto City unveiled as 3rd team in Project 8

10:22 – Where else could Project 8 teams play?

17:29 – Choiniere on CanMNT watch?

21:43 – Will Kaye make way for Choiniere?

23:03 – Are 🇨🇦 MLS clubs to blame for lack of CBs?

28:00 – Europe or MLS for Pacius?

30:40 – CPL U-21s who could make the jump

32:10 – Challenges facing CPL coverage

40:48 – Cracks forming in CPL model?

44:03 – Should CPL clubs have city names in them?

48:03 – League1 Atlantic updates

51:12 – Bayern or PSG for David?

53:58 – Will Larin stay or leave Valladolid?

57:57 – Farsi vs. Shaffelburg

59:25 – When will a new GK replace Borjan?

1:01:54 – Niko Sigur profile & CanMNT outlook

1:09:16 – Who’s ready to step up for CanMNT/CanWNT with injuries?

1:11:22 – Will injuries force a formation change for Herdman?

1:15:44 – When does current form outweigh past performances for CanMNT?

Produced by Peter Galindo

Ben, Peter and Alex kick off this week's episode with a discussion on the latest departure from Canada Soccer: Earl Cochrane. They dive into what this means for the federation's future, whether this will spark any real change and more.

The guys then welcome TSS Rovers coach Will Cromack onto the show to discuss his side's historic result over Valour FC in the Canadian Championship, the club's vision, their future and player development in Canada, among other subjects.

Then, the boys go over all of your burning questions about the York United situation: will they relocate? What do the new owners have to prioritize? Is this a stain on the CPL? The guys answer all of that and a whole lot more.

Finally, they discuss the latest in the CPL and MLS and dive into some conundrums for the Canadian men's national team amidst Alphonso Davies' latest injury for Bayern Munich.

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Ben, Peter and west-coast Alex gather to recap Canada's Gold Cup draw, the potential path to a final and how they might approach this tournament from a selection point of view. The boys also discuss the opening weekend of the CPL season, the preliminary round of the Canadian Championship, answer some burning questions about Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David, Derek Cornelius and Charles-Andreas Brym after some recent developments.

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:07 – Gold Cup draw reaction

10:18 – Will Canada field a B team for Gold Cup?

21:57 – What’ll be the fallout from Heritage Committee meeting?

27:02 – How to improve the Canadian Championship

32:40 – Should Ottawa have had a penalty vs. HFX?

34:32 – Who’ll find the most success out of Valour, York, HFX and Vancouver?

40:06 – Valour kicks off season with a 💥

42:33 – Concerns over York United’s home opener attendance?

49:57 – Which markets will CPL expand to before Saskatoon?

52:20 – Davies’ contract status

55:53 –  Should Davies stay or leave Bayern?

58:54 – David’s most ideal next club

1:04:17 – Millar’s club future

1:06:26 – Is Cornelius the best CanMNT CB?

1:09:33 – Brym on the rise

1:15:00 – Thoughts on Leon’s move to Portland

1:17:56 – Has Priestman’s underwhelmed recently?

1:20:28 – Colyn on pace for a CanMNT call-up?

Produced by Peter Galindo

Ben, Peter and Alex gather to discuss the CanWNT's 2-1 loss to France and the looming concerns ahead of their World Cup roster announcement. They also preview the 2023 CPL season, recap the Kamal Miller trade and dive into Alphonso Davies' performance against Manchester City.

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Ben, Alex and the returning Peter Galindo gather at the NFP Studios to discuss Peter's time away with the Canadian men's national team, the squad's performance in the window and what it means going forward as a busy summer approaches. The boys also touch on the latest from the Heritage Committee hearings, the CanWNT roster drop and much more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:05 – Reflecting on Peter’s CanMNT experience

9:52 – Can we take anything from the CanMNT’s wins?

15:49 – Who would Canada rather play in a final?

17:49 – Did the CanMNT put themselves in good books of fans?

20:11 – Why didn’t the CSA lower the prices?

25:33 – Were players happy playing in half-full BMO?

27:54 – What will midfield/defence look like in Nations League Finals?

31:34 – What made the CanMNT so cohesive?

34:42 – Does Canada have depth to field a midfield trio consistently?

36:36 – Kone’s masterclass performance

40:02 – Is Osorio underrated?

42:25 – Canadian players who we wanted to see

44:04 – Any chance for Loturi to feature?

47:22 – Thoughts on Hiebert’s debut

49:53 – Update on Canada’s Copa America route

51:27 – Players who could earn first call-ups at Gold Cup

56:24 – Will Tier 1 friendlies actually happen?

1:00:45 – Odds that CanWNT vs. France will happen

1:02:40 – Thoughts on CanWNT roster

1:07:25 – Heritage Committee recap

1:13:05 – League1 BC to stream on YouTube

1:16:00 – Canucks Abroad Roundup

Produced by Peter Galindo

Ben and Alex gather in the Northern Fútbol Studios for a look ahead at the upcoming Canadian Men's National Team matches against Curaçao and Honduras while also taking a look at the NWSL season set to start this weekend.

From an odd Heritage Committee meeting to takeaways from the #CanMNT squad, FIFA 23 chatter, and MLS analysis, Episode 114 highlights yet another busy week in the Canadian game.

TOPICS INCLUDE:

- Heritage committee takeaways

- #CanMNT roster takeaways and your questions

- Canadian teams finally win some MLS games!

- MLS Next Pro kicking off

- What to watch for in the NWSL

- FIFA 23's atrocious NWSL scans

- Bayern Munich's managerial change

- Canucks abroad

- CPL preseason takeaways so far?

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Produced by Ben Steiner

Ben, Peter and Alex gather at NFP Studios – perhaps for the last time – as they recap the first part of the Heritage Committee meeting from Thursday, Canada Soccer's statement mere hours before the meeting began and what comes next for all parties.

The boys also go over your questions about the CanMNT squad for March a few days before the announcement is set to be made. Who are the surprising inclusions going to be? Will any familiar faces be dropped? They answer all that, plus more on MLS, the CPL and the League1 Alberta announcement.

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:12 – Any surprises from Heritage Committee meeting?

9:00 – Breaking down Canada Soccer’s CBA proposal

12:55 – Canada Soccer reveals expenditures

15:10 – CSB to increase funding?

18:35 – Could Canada Soccer be reprimanded by FIFA?

22:47 – Concern over Kone at Watford?

24:36 – Will Loturi spurn South Sudan for Canada?

28:29 – Shaffelburg a legit option for Canada?

33:05 – March squad announcement date

34:18 – Any staple call-ups who will be dropped?

37:49 – Shock inclusion or exclusion predictions

41:40 – Alternative future captains

46:27 – Players we thought would be awesome, but weren’t

53:16 – Which Canadian MLS fanbase should be most concerned?

57:56 – Realistic expectations for MLS teams

1:02:35 – Biggest need to address in transfer market

1:05:26 – DeAndre Kerr as a striker?

1:07:50 – Expanded role for Raposo?

1:10:05 – Forge the team to beat in 2023?

1:13:25 – Possible U-21, newcomer of the year in CPL

1:16:44 – Future of League1 Canada after Alberta announcement

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex welcome Liberal MP Anthony Housefather onto the podcast, as he and the Heritage Committee prepare to meet Canada Soccer amid the ongoing investigation into their financial conduct.

Plus, the boys recap the latest happenings with our Canadians abroad, Canada's MLS teams, the CPL and so much more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:33 – Should CSB have done more to address the crisis?

5:09 – What the CanMNT can do to get back on track

8:55 – Interview with Liberal MP Anthony Housefather on Canada Soccer’s meeting with the Heritage Committee

33:50 – David’s next transfer: England or elsewhere?

38:27 – How Watford coaching change will impact Kone

40:33 – Dream destinations for Alistair Johnston

44:27 – Is Farsi a legitimate option at RWB for Canada?

51:35 – How Hiebert fits in at CB for Canada

56:32 – Updates on D’Angelo’s injury and should Fleming leave Chelsea?

59:08 – Key CanMNT players and their remarkable progress

1:03:10 – Possible new CanMNT call-ups for March

1:11:06 – Updates on youngsters at European academies

1:14:11 – Concern over Koleosho’s Italy U-20 call?

1:17:54 – Canadians who’ve impressed us most in MLS so far

1:19:40 – Thoughts on Saliba and Rea

1:23:47 – Is Sartini on the hot seat?

1:29:18 – Positions of need for every CPL team

1:31:44 – Impact of MLS’ Apple TV deal on OneSoccer

1:35:58 – Why not include Thunder Bay and FC Manitoba in Canadian Championship?

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex reconvene following Nick Bontis' resignation as Canada Soccer president. What's next for the federation? Will anything actually change?

Plus, the boys recap the opening matchday in MLS and go through all three Canadian clubs in extreme detail. They also discuss U-17 standouts, Alistair Johnston's rapid rise at Celtic and answer a couple of intriguing CanMNT-related questions to close out the show.

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:30 – More resignations coming?

4:31 – Will CSA president remain a “volunteer” position?

8:08 – How will Bontis’ reign be remembered?

11:47 – Does Bontis leaving really change anything?

15:35 – Will Bontis still testify to the Heritage Committee? And will he step down from his Concacaf role?

18:55 – Possible replacements for Bontis

21:26 – Canada finds out path towards Copa América qualification!

24:59 – Analyzing the standout performers for U-17s

33:54 – Which Canadian MLS team should be the most concerned after Matchday 1?

39:47 – Concerns over finishing for Canada’s MLS teams?

45:46 – TFC’s collapse: momentary lapse or sign of concern?

49:25 – Which position should TFC use its final DP spot?

53:40 – Thoughts on Saliba, Rea in CF Montreal debuts

59:19 – Should Montreal change systems if Waterman is still hurt?

1:01:52 – Is Losada the right fit?

1:08:00 – Whitecaps not starting a single Canadian!?

1:13:13 – Whitecaps sign more Canadians!

1:16:27 – Thoughts on Apple TV

1:23:06 – Are Halifax Wanderers any better this year?

1:26:57 – Chances of a Jebbison call-up

1:27:58 – Alistair Johnston: Potential to be Canada’s most decorated player?

1:32:50 – Loturi’s national-team stock

1:35:22 – Atiba Hutchinson’s club status

1:39:55 – Kyle Hiebert’s: Future CanMNT centre-back?

1:43:00 – Canadian free agents who shouldn’t be free agents

1:45:05 – Players who haven’t featured much who should be called up

1:48:03 – CanMNT players who need to improve

Ben, Peter and Alex recap Canada's opening two matches at the SheBelieves Cup, including the selection headaches Bev Priestman faces ahead of the World Cup. What is Canada's best front three? Which midfielders should start? Will certain veterans miss out this summer? The boys answer those questions and so much more!

They also briefly recap Canada's display at the U-17 Championship, answer a couple of listener questions on Canadians abroad and preview the MLS season from a Canadian perspective with the campaign kicking off this weekend!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:09 – General thoughts on SheBelieves Cup

6:26 – Thoughts on CanWNT’s win over Brazil

13:30 – What’s Canada’s best front three?

18:00 – Should Gilles be a penciled-in starter?

21:10 – How to line up in midfield

26:19 – Is Sheridan Canada’s most important player?

29:05 – Which veterans have a chance of cracking the World Cup roster?

32:34 – What needs to happen for the CanWNT to avoid a strike?

34:35 – Standouts and duds for U-17s entering quarterfinals

39:08 – How will Eustaquio, Porto approach Inter matchup?

42:18 – Dual national updates

48:55 – Thoughts on new MLS playoff format

1:02:52 – Breaking down Servania, Córdova, Takaoka signings

1:09:21 – Will Rea start CF Montreal’s opener?

1:11:36 – Canadian MLS team predictions

1:14:45 – What’s up with Malcolm Johnston at NYCFC?

1:20:09 – Most impressive CPL team this off-season

1:23:00 – Which Canadian internationals would you want to see in CPL?

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex are back at the NFP Studios a day late due to the ongoing dispute between the Canadian women's national team and Canada Soccer. The guys break down the latest nuggets and answer your listener questions about what's next for all parties.

The boys also break down the Canadian U-17s at the Concacaf Championship thus far, including the players who've caught their eye through three games. They also highlight Alphonso Davies' recent form, whether Joao Cancelo's constant starts are a concern for him, Tajon Buchanan's recent performances, Ismael Kone regaining form and the latest domestic-based news!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:25 - Sophie Schmidt announces impending retirement amidst labour dispute

6:25 - CanWNT calls for equality

12:35 - Most likely outcome for labour dispute

17:16 - Will government subpoena the CSA?

19:43 - Did Bontis inherit a bad situation or has he worsened the situation?

21:12 - Why not sit down and sort this out?

23:12 - Can the CSB deal be renegotiated?

29:00 - Big deal that Davies hasn’t spoken out?

34:49 - Will this impact dual national commitments?

39:41 - Canada U-17 recap

47:50 - Should CPL be the main pathway for U17s?

55:25 - Concern over Davies’ minutes at Bayern?

1:01:38 - Breaking down Buchanan’s recent performances

1:06:12 - Is Kone regaining form at Watford?

1:10:30 - How’s Corbeanu faring in Germany?

1:13:36 - Early predictions for Nations League roster

1:17:55 - Players who should’ve received a January move

1:21:20 - Standout CF Montreal youngsters in camp so far

1:24:30 - Early CPL Golden Boot predictions

1:29:14 - Chances we see Thunder Bay in the CPL?

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex gather at NFP Studios on a Friday night to record an emergency podcast following the news of the Canadian women's national team announcing a strike due to the ongoing labour dispute with the federation. The boys dive into all the details of how we got here and what can be done (if anything) to ensure this doesn't happen again. They also answer some of your impromptu listener questions.

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Ben, Peter and Alex are back at the NFP Studios – stuffed with Alex's delicious crispy chicken sandwiches – for the first time since November and they have plenty to discuss!

They kick off the show by recapping Canada's SheBelieves Cup pre-camp roster, how they'll adapt without Desiree Scott and the reports of Canada co-hosting games at the 2025 Gold Cup ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

The boys then dive into some Canucks Abroad-related topics, from Jonathan David's potential fit at Bayern Munich to Cyle Larin's latest heroics at Real Valladolid. Can he keep this up? How has he adapted so seamlessly? Plus, can Dominick Zator make his way back into the CanMNT picture?

Finally, the guys recap the latest happenings domestically, ponder whether the Vancouver Whitecaps could be Canada's top MLS team in 2023 and offer suggestions for a CPL All-Star Game!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:34 – SheBelieves Cup pre-camp roster reaction

4:31 – How’ll Canada adapt without Desiree Scott?

6:23 – Canada to co-host 2025 Gold Cup?

10:38 – Can Davies be an aerial threat?

12:50 – David at Bayern: Yay or nay?

15:55 – How Larin has adapted quickly at Real Valladolid

23:12 – Will Larin be a CanMNT regular in 2026?

25:33 – Revised expectations for Larin?

32:26 – Will Zator earn CanMNT recognition now?

37:21 – Cavallini’s fit at Xolos

45:17 – Victor Fung’s potential

49:10 – Is Vancouver building a strong enough XI for CCL?

55:31 – Who’ll be the top performing Canadian MLS team?

1:01:00 – MLS-based Canadians to watch outside Canada

1:02:28 – Impact of MLS’ TV deal with Apple

1:06:16 – Giraldo’s next steps with HFX

1:08:32 – Our ideas for a CPL All-Star Game

1:15:42 – What can CPL learn from Wrexham?

1:21:51 – Quality differences between CPL and USL

1:24:28 – When we can expect more League1 Canada teams in Canadian Championship?

1:26:40 – Who’ll be the surprise team in Canadian Championship?

1:28:38 – Canada U-17 updates

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex dive into a jam-packed show that includes breaking news of John Herdman agreeing a deal with New Zealand (before he shut down the reports). They explain how this won't be the last time we hear stories like this and repeat a warning for all Canadian fans.

Then, the boys go over the massive news about Concacaf and CONMEBOL's partnership which could include Canada's participation at Copa América in 2024, the future of Concacaf competitions, recap the performances of some Canadians abroad and answer all your burning questions about the CPL, MLS and the Canadian Championship!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:08 - Herdman to New Zealand?!

4:57 - Concacaf to play Copa America!

9:30 - Implications for the women’s game

12:06 - Importance of Gold Cup and Nations League with this news

16:26 - What happens to the Gold Cup?

20:30 - Permanently merged Copa America in the future?

21:43 - Way-too-early predictions for Canada at Copa America

26:49 - Thoughts on Canada vs. Honduras in Toronto

29:20 - Should Herdman take a “B” team to the Gold Cup?

31:59 - SheBelieves Cup roster predictions

36:16 - How Cancelo’s arrival impacts Davies

40:56 - Expectations for Larin at Real Valladolid

47:10 - Jebbison’s linked to Germany?!

51:02 - Bair’s future at St. Johnstone

55:31 - Abzi’s remarkable rise

59:56 - What are the top women’s leagues?

1:03:40 - Potential breakout players for 2026

1:07:10 - Canadian Championship draw reaction

1:11:50 - Early prediction for most improved CPL team

1:15:44 - Vancouver stadium update

1:17:34 - How will Vancouver FC fare in 2023?

1:20:33 - Is the CPL going through a new era of players?

1:23:10 - Future expansion cities

1:26:54 - If Bradley leaves TFC, would Smyrniotis be a candidate?

1:30:41 - Can Renard make more savvy signings from outside MLS?

1:34:17 - Which MLS rookies will make the biggest impact?

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex dive into recent transfers involving Canadians abroad and answer your questions about a number of players overseas as the January transfer window nears the end. The guys then go over recent news in MLS and the CPL and answer some interesting queries about some young Canadian CPL players from the listeners to close out the show.

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:33 - Could David move to a non-English club?

7:38 - Best Championship fit for Ugbo

12:37 - Buchanan at RB again…

17:39 - Can Kone work as a 10 at Watford?

22:55 - Millar at RW for Basel?!

26:42 - How will Rivière be used at Man United?

30:35 - Where could top CanWNT prospects land?

33:58 - Crepeau over Borjan?

37:30 - Cavallini’s and Pecile’s future

42:48 - Voyageurs Cup thoughts

47:13 - Varsity FC’s rebrand

51:50 - Which ex-CPLers could impress in MLS?

54:00 - Lowell Wright update

55:50 - Kyle Hiebert‘s stock + Charles Auguste’s role in Houston

58:24 - Why are so many CPL players getting trials elsewhere?

1:02:33 - Which young Canadians in CPL can make “the jump” next?

1:08:00 - Importance of rivalries in CPL

1:11:39 - Which young Canadian would you start a CPL franchise with?

1:14:09 - What can U Sports do for growth?

1:19:31 - Explaining Thomas Nef’s departure

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex have returned after a long hiatus! They kick off the show with a recap of Canadians abroad, from recent performances to transfers and rumours involving several men's and women's national team players.

The guys then go over what the next couple of months could look like for both of our national teams, answer your burning questions about those topics and recap the latest happenings domestically in MLS and the CPL!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:26 - David’s Golden Boot chances and his next transfer

10:01 - Larin’s and Ugbo’s future

16:23 - Buchanan’s deployment under Parker and his future

23:21 - Has Eustaquio lost his place at Porto?

26:05 - Kone’s hot start at Watford

31:35 - Is Jebbison a candidate for a call-up?

36:24 - What to make of Johnston’s start at Celtic

45:26 - Will Loturi stay or leave Ross County if they get relegated?

47:23 - Koleosho and Smith updates

51:22 - Analyzing recent CanWNT transfers and rumours

55:27 - Corbeanu’s next move

1:00:40 - Kratt’s timeline at Werder Bremen

1:05:03 - Will Bustos regain CanMNT consideration?

1:07:20 - Kabir Chahal: From Simcoe County to Kilmarnock

1:09:02 - January transfers we’d like to see

1:11:32 - Analyzing Canadian free agents and their next moves

1:15:30 - Why no CanMNT January camp?

1:18:55 - How many youngsters/new faces will we see in March?

1:25:00 - Where will the Honduras game be played?

1:28:26 - CanWNT expectations at SheBelieves Cup

1:31:12 - Plans for September and October

1:33:28 - How to continue momentum in Canadian soccer

1:37:39 - What to make of TFC’s off-season so far

1:41:40 - Marshall-Rutty’s, Nelson’s and Akinola’s future

1:47:53 - Has CF Montreal done enough to be competitive in 2023?

1:52:28 - Will Miller and Waterman start the year with Montreal?

1:54:40 - Whitecaps pre-season diagnosis

1:57:22 - Early MLS predictions and breakout candidates

2:00:40 - Canadian Championship format wish list

2:03:45 - Kelowna or Quebec: who’ll enter CPL first?

Produced by Peter Galindo.

In our final episode of 2022, the guys look back on a historic year in Canadian soccer, look ahead to 2023 and answer your listener questions about recent news, from player transfers to the future of Canadian player development.

Happy Holidays from the Northern Fútbol Podcast and we will see you again in 2023!

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:03 - Looking back and looking ahead

7:55 - What does media and players have to do to push programs to next level?

15:21 - Favourite memory covering the CanMNT in 2022

21:20 - New Years Resolutions for Canadian soccer

29:35 - Will the 2022 World Cup be a springboard or squandered opportunity?

35:53 - Most underrated player on CanMNT and CanWNT

41:30 - Labour negotiation updates

44:11 - League1 Canada’s growth

51:54 - The Birarda fiasco

58:00 - Dual national questions

1:03:00 - Will the CanMNT be hindered by dropping out of the top 50?

1:09:04 - Burning questions over next few months

1:10:57 - Adriana Leon’s stock at Man United

1:13:25 - Realistic landing spots for Miller, Buchanan

1:16:32 - Larin to Cádiz?

1:22:08 - CPL to MLS Next Pro pipeline thoughts

1:27:13 - Tiago Coimbra to HFX Wanderers

1:30:15 - CPL U Sports draft thoughts

1:34:42 - Quebec’s CPL future

1:35:35 - Moise Bombito’s potential

1:39:00 - Quick U-17 camp thoughts

Produced by Ben Steiner and Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex continue with Part 2 of the CanMNT World Cup post-mortem. The guys covered the pending Copa América invitation for 2024, what that could mean for the program, John Herdman's future, recent player transfers, the proposed women's league and much more.

Thank you once again to our loyal listeners for their excellent questions!

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:00 - Who’ll make up a trio with Kone and Eustaquio?

8:00 - Kennedy over Miller in 2026?

10:56 - Is Smith the midfielder with highest ceiling?

14:36 - Importance of growing the CPL

20:35 - Herdman’s future ahead of 2026

34:41 - How important is playing at Copa América?

38:30 - How to approach Copa América tactically

41:26 - Could Canada bring a strong team?

43:47 - Breaking down the draw format

49:52 - Most intriguing group stage opponents

53:44 - Permanent Copa América format change and possible test event?

1:04:44 - Reaction to player transfers and predicting future moves

1:13:55 - Nancy to Columbus: good or bad for Canada?

1:16:20 - Breaking down proposed women’s league

1:22:53 - Ideal eight markets for the league

1:30:40 - Should Montagliani receive more criticism?

1:32:15 - What’s happening in Montreal?

1:35:23 - Smyrniotis to Montreal?

Produced by Ben Steiner and Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex dive into your 50+ listener questions now that we've had some time to digest the Canadian men's national team's showing at the World Cup and what comes next for the team ahead of a potentially transformative 2026 cycle.

We'll cover every angle of the post-mortem, plus other news like player transfers and the formation of a new women's league, in two parts. Part 1 entails a look back at Canada's World Cup performance, changes that need to be made within the CSA and a quick lookahead to 2023.

Part 2 will cover the 2024 Copa América questions, John Herdman's stock, our new women's league, recent player transfers and more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:30 - Initial thoughts on player movement

8:40 - How Canada’s attacking numbers ranked

13:13 - Did Canada meet expectations, or were expectations inflated?

23:45 - Healthy Eustaquio = points for Canada?

29:15 - Why did Herdman go with that XI vs. Morocco?

36:10 - Best player, worst player, most surprising starter/sub, etc.

46:26 - Mistake not to take Arfield?

48:45 - What changes need to be made at CSA?

1:02:21 - Will Vitoria be phased out?

1:07:37 - Updated Concacaf rankings ahead of 2023

1:11:06 - What needs to be in 2023 to build towards 2026?

1:16:48 - How could Canada approach March window?

1:20:00 - When can Canada arrange marquee friendlies and can they secure top opponents?

1:26:22 - Uncapped players who could break through in 2023

1:28:24 - St. Clair and Goodman as Canada’s 1-2 punch?

1:32:43 - Will Koleosho be cap-tied in 2023?

1:35:00 - Assessing Canada’s midfield

Produced by Ben Steiner and Peter Galindo.

Ben, Peter and Alex gather at the NFP Studios to discuss the key injuries involving Canadian men's national team players, how Canada will adapt to that news and how they might approach this Bahrain friendly and re-assess the Belgium match given recent news for both sides.

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:46 - Davies, Crepeau injury nightmares

8:00 - Hasal called up: right or wrong choice?

12:51 - Canada’s World Cup squad announcement plans

15:26 - Will Davies start vs. Belgium?

18:05 - Is St. Clair ready to be No. 2?

22:02 - Is Pantemis the clear No. 4 GK?

25:05 - Keys to Bahrain camp, friendly

28:48 - Does Lukaku’s injury affect Belgium’s tactics?

34:43 - Buchanan’s recent form: Worrying or not?

42:08 - Could Eustaquio seek a transfer?

44:55 - Explaining Corbeanu’s decrease in playing time

48:18 - Borjan’s declining performances

53:00 - Wotherspoon is on the plane

56:00 - Canada a favourite to win the 2023 Gold Cup?

58:29 - Owen Goodman for Nations League?

1:00:02 - U Sports nationals predictions

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Peter, Alex and guest host Ben Steiner (@BenSteiner00) gather mere moments after John Herdman revealed his 21-man roster to face Bahrain. The guys go over your listener questions, from possible CPL omissions to how Herdman could approach the game given the domestic-heavy squad.

They also recap the CanWNT roster drop for the November window, Sunday's CPL final which Alex was present for and answer more of your questions involving Canadians abroad and so much more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:01 - Initial thoughts on CanMNT roster

8:23 - Surprised there weren’t CPL players?

11:58 - CPL players we wanted to see

16:23 - Why no JMR, and could fringe players make the World Cup squad?

20:39 - Did Tabla and Farsi deserve calls?

24:13 - What’s happening with Gutierrez?

27:30 - Henry’s chances of making the World Cup?

33:54 - Most exciting player to be called up

38:43 - Predicted XIs to face Bahrain

41:48 - Most to gain and lose vs. Bahrain

47:56 - CanWNT squad analysis

57:36 - First-hand account of CPL final atmosphere

1:00:11 - Does Smyrniotis receive the credit he deserves?

1:04:45 - Borges’ next steps

1:09:17 - Reaction to the final’s attendance

1:12:47 - What each finalist needs to return to 2023 final

1:17:51 - How CPL can keep improving

1:23:35 - Can the MLS loanees help the CPL pipeline?

1:34:38 - Canadians Abroad Roundup (Kennedy ruled out, Cornelius’ chances, Wotherspoon vs. Fraser and more!)

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Thomas, Peter and Alex open this week's episode with a discussion on the latest developments regarding the Canada Soccer vs. Canadian players dispute, answer your questions about the lingering issues and what could come next.

Later, they dive into Canada's friendly with Bahrain, what the roster could look like and the team's World Cup plans in general. They also break down Canada's Women's World Cup group, the chances of them progressing, how they match up with each team and more.

Finally, the guys discuss a few burning questions about Canadians abroad, go through the CF Montreal post-mortem, what could come next for the club and preview the CPL final this Sunday!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:09 - Imaging rights dispute between CSA and players

6:03 - Can players spark real change?

10:15 - CSB’s influence on potential deal

17:26 - Will the drama affect World Cup performances?

19:19 - Would big players stop playing for Canada?

22:00 - How can CSA cry poor when they spend unnecessarily?

26:52 - Canada’s plans for Bahrain friendly

30:24 - Roster predictions for Bahrain

37:16 - Why no provisional squad?

40:45 - Did CSA sacrifice youth programs for senior success?

43:24 - Strategies and formations for World Cup

49:03 - Thoughts on CanWNT’s World Cup group and previewing NWSL final

53:50 - Would Davies be used at LB for Canada?

56:06 - Best club fit for Davies

57:57 - Will we see the Davies-David-Buchanan trio?

1:02:56 - Thoughts on Paton and Loturi

1:06:25 - Did CF Montreal meet expectations?

1:09:46 - Essentials for Montreal maintaining this success

1:12:52 - Miller’s struggles cause for concern?

1:17:36 - TFC goalkeeper targets

1:20:07 - What went wrong for losing CPL semifinalists?

1:27:19 - Keys to the final

1:37:00 - How to improve CPL officiating

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Thomas, Peter and Alex record the longest episode to date to recap CF Montreal's win over Orlando City, Ismael Kone's continued impressive performances on the big stage, whether he can start any of Canada's three games at the World Cup, and how Montreal matches up with NYCFC in the Eastern Conference semis. The guys also dissect the latest MLS salary guide update along with Vancouver's and Toronto's end-of-season roster moves.

Then, they dive into the first legs of the CPL semifinals, go over a bunch of stories in the world of Canadian women's soccer and give their analysis on Canadians abroad from the past weekend.

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:50 - Which game could Kone start at World Cup?

6:40 - Kone’s ceiling and his next move

12:27 - Montreal vs. NYCFC preview

16:03 - MLS salary guide takeaways and Canadian clubs make roster moves

24:22 - How MLS can grow further

34:58 - CPL semifinal first leg takeaways

43:45 - Which European heavyweight would you want to see adopt a CPL club?

46:01 - What’s next for Yao, JMR vs. Tabla, MVP picks

49:43 - Adidas releases CanMNT apparel, updated starting XI, etc.

1:04:39 - Canada eliminated from U-17 Women’s World Cup, NWSL playoff predictions, Canadian nominees for Ballon d’Or

1:16:34 - Davies to man-mark De Bruyne?

1:22:01- Should Davies entertain Madrid, Barca interest?

1:30:02 - David’s ideal next club

1:32:18 - Growing concern with Ugbo’s lack of minutes

1:34:44 - Larin omitted from matchday squad again

1:39:59 - Any other players who should be concerned about declining minutes?

1:46:47 - Arfield return?

1:49:01 - Justin Smith to MLS?

1:51:26 - Metcalfe’s progress in Norway

1:55:00 - Malcolm Johnston’s potential

Produced by Peter Galindo.