Major League Soccer Talk

Major League Soccer Talk #95: Confederations Cup Wrap, US Open Cup Update, US Depth Chart Discussion

Fri, 3 Jul 2009 00:04:00 GMT

Misha Sher, Business Development Director of Soccerex and now a contributor to our show joins us from London to give his take on the USMNT Confederations Cup run and bring us up to speed on some transfer talk related to American players. Daniel Feuerstein then joins us to discuss the US Open Cup and break down the USMNT depth chart. Ignacio Rodriguez brings us up to speed on Miami FC and Chris Rirodan reports on the Puerto Rico Islanders/Carolina Railhawks match. An action packed MLS Talk Podcast.

Major League Soccer Talk #94: US 2-3 Brazil, Postgame Podcast

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:24:00 GMT

Martin Rogers from Yahoo! Sports joins us top give his take on today's Confederations Cup final and the US Team. Then in our second segment, Chris Webb from United Mania.com, Brian Zygo from 1560 the Game in Houston and Bruce McGuire from DuNord join us to discuss today's game and put a wrap on the USMNT performance in the Confederations Cup. Hear our opinions on which players raised their profile and value the last two weeks and which players did not. Also we discuss the Landon Donovan's exceptional tournament and what this means for perhaps the greatest American field player ever.

Major League Soccer Talk #93: Historic and Cultural Signifcance of the US win over Spain

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 16:10:00 GMT

Frequent guest on our show, Jamie Trecker of Fox Sports and author of Love and Blood joins us. Today's discussion with Jamie however is focused on different issues: the historical and cultural context of the US win over Spain and the US National Team in American society. We also preview the Confederations Cup final against Brazil. Following that discussion Robert Jonas joins us from the Bay Area with some postgame interviews following San Jose's 2-1 win over the LA galaxy.

Major League Soccer Talk #92: Historic US Win Over Spain

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:48:00 GMT

The United States National Team made history on Wednesday by defeating World #1 Spain 2-0 in South Africa to reach the first final in a FIFA event in the nations history. Martin Rogers of Yahoo! Sports and Bruce McGuire of DuNord Futbol join host Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss Bob Bradley's tactics, where this victory ranks all time in US history, what this win means for US Soccer, and which Americans have elevated themselves in the European Tranfer Market. Oh and we talk about the game itself also! A must isten to podcast after one of the greatest wins in US history.

Also please check out Martin Rogers postgame piece for Yahoo! Sports here

Major League Soccer Talk #91: Egypt 0-3 USA Postgame with Jamie Trecker and Dave Denholm

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 22:35:00 GMT

The US shocked Egypt 3-0 in the final group game of the Confederations Cup and thanks to other results moved through to the semifinals of the second biggest FIFA event. Jamie Trecker from FOX Sports and Dave Denholm from 710 ESPN Radio in LA have all the analysis of the game. Included in the topics discussed, the savvy tactical move by Bob Bradley to insert Charlie Davies into the lineup at forward, the good play of Brad Guzan, but also the concern that this result could cloud the USSF's perception of the obvious shortcomings of the national team program as we prepare for World Cup 2010.

Major League Soccer Talk #90: US 0-3 Brazil Postgame with Martin Rogers and Phil Schoen

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 18:17:00 GMT

The United States bombed out of the Confederations Cup with a 3-0 loss to Brazil. Phil Schoen of GOL TV and Martin Rogers of Yahoo! Sports join us to discuss the game and the current state of the US National Team. Among the topics discussed are Bob Bradley's tactics, Dunga's embrace of anti-football, the US player selection, and comparing this US team to past World Cup sides the US has fielded. Also we discuss Jermaine Jones and where he fits into the US setup.

Major League Soccer Talk #89: Open Cup, Miami FC, Dyanmo and Quakes Reports

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:46:00 GMT

Epsiode 89 features three reports. First off we talk with Miami FC President Aaron Davidson about the state of the team and the potential of defender Facundo Erpen being sold to a club in Europe or Latin America. Next up Brian Zygo catches up with several Dyanmo players after their 3-1 victory over FC Dallas in Frisco, Finally Robert Jonas brings us up to speed on the new look Quakes, which according to Robert are the same as the old Quakes!

We also discuss PDL club Ocean City's remarkable Open Cup run defeating two USL teams in the last two weeks.

Major League Soccer Talk #88: USA 1-3 Italy Post Game

Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:38:00 GMT

The United States gave a heroic effort against Italy in South Africa but as has been typical of the US in big games, they fell short and serious questions amount the tactics persist. Fox Sports Jamie Trecker, the Miami Herald's Adam Beasley and Hannah Lee of Forza Football breakdown the game.

Special thanks to Hannah for co-producing this show for me and allowing us to release it in very timely fashion!

Major League Soccer Talk #87: Confederations Cup Preview

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:36:00 GMT

The United States Men's National Team begins Confederations Cup group play Monday against Italy. Get the perspective of two top journalists on the US team and event itself: Beau Dure of the USA Today and Bruce McGuire of DuNord join us. Among the topics discussed are Bob Bradley's squad selection, players on the outside of the pool who could help in qualifying, Freddy Adu's situation and much much more. A cannot miss podcast episode for anyone who wants to be prepared as a fan for next week's action!

Major League Soccer Talk #86: US-Honduras Wrap, US Open Cup First Round Preview

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 18:03:00 GMT

Episode 86 of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast features a review of Honduras-USA with Chris Riordan as well as a preview of the first round of US Open Cup matches. Here why host Kartik Krishnaiyer believes the US has a batter shot of getting a result versus Italy in the Confederations Cup than versus Egypt (more on this later in the next show). Additionally, Ignacio Rodriguez director of Public Relations for Miami FC joins us to discuss Open Cup and USL-1. Adam Soucie comes on the show to discuss the potential of promotion and relegation in the US, and Brian Zygo wraps up another win for the Houston Dynamo.

Major League Soccer Talk #85: US- Costa Rica Wrapup

Thu, 4 Jun 2009 22:22:00 GMT

One of the most frustrating games in recent US National Team History took place Wednesday night at Saprissa Stadium. Jamie Trecker of Fox Sports, Dave Denholm of 710 ESPN Radio, Chris Webb of United Mania and our own Mario Valdez discuss the match and the current state of the US National Team from every possible angle.

Among the topics discussed are the tactics for the match, Bob Bradley's training style, the setup of the USSF, the current player selection criteria, as well as a historical overview of how we got here and where this performance ranks in the post 1990 era for the USMNT.

A full hour plus of US National Team conversation on this show.

Major League Soccer Talk #84: MLS/USL Interviews

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 21:28:00 GMT

Prior to the start of an active June for the US National Team we take a trip around the United States looking at USL and MLs. We start in Seattle with the PDL's Seattle Wolves and Director of Public Relations Alexander Caulfield. A native of Merseyside we discuss not only the Wolves but the 2008-09 season for Liverpool Football Club.

Next we travel to Orlando to talk with Supporters Group President Adam Soucie the authour of the Soucie on Soccer blogsite about the potential to bring USL-1 to Orlando.

Next, Robert Jonas joins us from the Bay Area with post match analysis and interviews following the Quakes 2-1 won over RSL. Manager Frank Yallop talks to Robert about the match in the report.

One the best in MLS, DeRo returned to Houston for the first time since being traded to TFC this past closed season. Brian Zygo catches up with him and has other post match interviews and commentary from Houston.

MLS Talk #85 will be released later this week and will feature a breakdown of the US match against Costa Rica and a preview of the CONCACAF weekend qualifiers.

Major League Soccer Talk #83: US National Team Discussion

Thu, 28 May 2009 19:33:00 GMT

Episode 83 features a roundtable discussion moderated by host Kartik Krishnaiyer. Panelists for this discussion include Brian Zygo of 1560 the Game in Houston, and the Houston bureau of MLS Talk, Chris Webb of United Mania and Chris Riordan of MLS Talk's DC buerau.

Topics discussed include the US National Team player selections, the prospects for the nats in Costa Rica and at home against Honduras as well as the Confederations Cup. We also discuss the soccer scene in the DC Metropolitan area as well as the demise of Bobby Convey as a footballer.

An action packed MLS Talk. Don't miss it!

Major League Soccer Talk #82: Phil Schoen, Jeff Rusnak, Houston-San Jose locker room interviews

Mon, 25 May 2009 22:30:00 GMT

Episode 82 features a round table discussion on South Florida's soccer scene and other US Soccer issues with two veteran journalists: Phil Schoen of GOL TV and Jeff Rusnak of the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Among the topics discussed are US Soccer's development system, the collapse of the Barca Miami bid to join MLS and other South Florida related issues.

Brian Zygo from 1560 the game in Houston and an MLS Talk Correspondent provides a report with locker room interviews from Frank Yallop, Brian Ching and others after Houston's 3-1 thrashing of San Jose.

Major League Soccer Talk #81: Martin Rogers and NPSL

Fri, 22 May 2009 19:49:00 GMT

Martin Rogers of Yahoo! Sports a regular guest on the show stops by to discuss the latest happening with the US National Team and in CONCACAF. Afterward, we discuss the National Premier Soccer League with NPSL Director of Public Relations Ryan Knapp.

Major League Soccer Talk #80: Chris Oakley, Some People on the Pitch

Tue, 19 May 2009 21:26:00 GMT

Chris Oakley the creator of Some People on the Pitch, who is one of the leading football analysts in the UK joins us to discuss US Soccer from a UK perspective.

Following the interview we get an update on the Houston Dynamo from Brian Zygo.

Major League Soccer Talk #79: Dan Duggan, Michigan Bucks

Fri, 15 May 2009 15:53:00 GMT

Michigan Bucks Chairman Dan Duggan joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer for a timely discussion as the PDL season begins. We discuss the history of the Bucks including several deep US Open Cup runs between 1999 and 2002, the 2006 PDL title, and the number of big name USMNT, MLS and USL players whose careers have started with the Bucks. We also talk about possible MLS and USL-1 expansion in the Detroit market, the largest North American metropolitan area without a MLS or USL-1 franchise.

Major League Soccer Talk #78: Rally For United, Other News

Wed, 13 May 2009 15:08:00 GMT

We focus on the rally this past Saturday to save DC United. Correspondent Chris Riordan checks in with comments from fans and United President Kevin Payne. We also get reports from the Bay Area and Houston and look ahead to Puerto Rico's CONCACAF Champions League Qualifier this Friday.

Major League Soccer Talk #77: Beau Dure

Fri, 8 May 2009 21:34:00 GMT

Beau Dure the Soccer (and mixed martial arts) online editor/writer for the USA Today joins us on the show. We cover a potpourri of topics including the US Men's National Team, Kenny Cooper, Freddy Adu, MLS, WPS, David Beckham, Zach Thornton, Jair Marrufo USL's success in certain markets and many many more issues in today's game.

Major League Soccer Talk #76: A Look around MLS, WPS and USL, DC United Rally

Tue, 5 May 2009 22:30:00 GMT

In this weeks show we debut two MLS Talk correspondents. Robert Jonas from San Jose and Brian Zygo from Houston. In the upcoming weeks we will debut reports from Washington, Puerto Rico, Miami, and other MLS/USL/WPS markets.

Host Kartik Krishnaiyer also urges all DC area listeners and readers to attend this weekend's save DC United rally.

Major League Soccer Talk #75: Rod Underwood and a Call for Correspondents

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 18:45:00 GMT

We mark our 75th ever show today with an announcement that we will be covering MLS and USL like never before, with weekly features and locker room interviews. Rod Underwood, coach of the Cleveland City Stars joins us to preview his teams home opener Friday night on FSC versus Rochester. We also speak with Ignacio Rodriguez about Miami FC's strong start to the season.

Major League Soccer Talk #74: Steven Cohen

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 19:48:00 GMT

World Soccer Daily and Fox Football Fone In co-host Steven Cohen joins MLS Talk host Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss a variety of topic related to football in the United States. We discuss FOX acquisition of Champions League rights, Freddy Adu, Jozy Altidore, Landon Donovan, the international calender, and the CONCACAF Champions League. We also recieve a clarification of Steven's constroversial remarks of last week regarding the commemoration of Hillsborough disaster.

MLS Talk: #73: Fernando Clavijo & Facundo Erpen

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 00:34:00 GMT

Fernando Clavijo winner of 61 caps as a player for the United States National Team, and former MLS and International manager joins us on the program. Listen to Clavijo's memories of his time with the National Team, the 1994 World Cup, managing in MLS and his thoughts about USL-1.

Facundo Erpen was a 2006 MLS All Star and won the 2006 and 2007 Supporters Shield with DC United. Now a member of Miami FC, Erpen recalls the 2006 MLS All Star game, where the MLS select side defeated Chelsea 1-0 in Chicago. He also discusses the upcoming season for Miami FC, his current team.

Major League Soccer Talk #72: USL-1 Preview

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:27:00 GMT

The United Soccer Leagues First Division made quite splash this past year sending two teams into the knock out stages of the CONCACAF Champions League. In this episode of the podcast Host Kartik Krishnaiyer is joined by Brian Quarstad of Inside Minnesota Soccerhttp://www.insidemnsoccer.com/ and the USL Week in Review to look ahead to the league season.

Cleveland City Stars Manager Rod Underwood and Miami FC Director of Public Relations Ignacio Rodriguez also join us to discuss their teams coming into the season. The two teams meet this Saturday at Lockhart Stadium in the season opener.

Major League Soccer Talk #71: FSC Gets UEFA Champions League Rights

Fri, 3 Apr 2009 01:07:00 GMT

Our old friend Jamie Trecker of FOX Sports joins us for Episode 71 to discuss FOX's acquisition of UEFA Champions League Rights beginning in August 2009, the poor US performance against El Salvador, a split in soccer fans in the US, and MLS related news.

Major League Soccer Talk #70: DC United News, US-El Salvador Preview

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 22:37:00 GMT

Chris Webb of United Mania joins us on the show

Major League Soccer Talk #69: Enzo Francescoli

Mon, 23 Mar 2009 22:54:00 GMT

A true legend of world football, Enzo Francescoli joins us on the show. Named one of the 100 greatest living footballers by Pele, Enzo takes us through his career at River Plate, Monaco, and Cagliari as well as with the Uruguay National Team. But first we discuss his current venture, GOL TV and its immediate future. A cannot miss show for any lover of football in the United States, Latin America or Europe.

Major League Soccer Talk #68: Peter Wilt

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:55:00 GMT

Peter Wilt, the President/CEO/Part owner of the Chicago Red Stars of WPS joins us to talk about the new team as well as the history of the Chicago Fire, an organization he ran from its inception until a few seasons ago. A can't miss podcast for any fan of the game from the Chicago-land area or national fan of MLS or WPS.

Major League Soccer Talk #67: Dave Brett Wasser

Fri, 6 Mar 2009 20:58:00 GMT

Episode 67 of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast features an interview with Dave Brett Wasser, the President of the NASL Alumni Association. In the show we discuss the legacy of the league on youth soccer and both the US and Canadian National Teams. We also discuss the impact the New York Cosmos and other top clubs made on world football and the reluctance of the MLS to embrace the legacy of the NASL.

We also ask a trivia question for a chance to win a A replica football jersey courtesy of SoccerPro.com

Major League Soccer Talk #66: Jamie Trecker/Fox Sports.com

Fri, 27 Feb 2009 20:26:00 GMT

Jamie Trecker the senior soccer writer for Fox Sports.com joins us on the podcast to discuss the US National Team, Mexico's difficulties of late, MLS Expansion and USL's success in the CONCACAF Champions League. We also discuss his book which our friend Lou Bruno reviewed for EPL Talk in 2007.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast # 65: Daniel Feuerstein

Fri, 20 Feb 2009 21:08:00 GMT

Major League Soccer Talk's newest writer Daniel Feuerstein sits down with Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss the David Beckham saga and the US National Team. Feuerstein, who covers the New York Red Bulls for the Champions Soccer Radio Network will be contributing to Major League Soccer Talk periodcially.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #64 - US vs Mexico Post Game

Sun, 15 Feb 2009 01:56:00 GMT

Mario Valdez who covers Yanks Abroad and Mexican Football for the show and podcast joins us to recap the US victory over Mexico in Columbus.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast # 63: The Soccer Magazine

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 01:39:00 GMT

Scott French, the managing editor of The Soccer Magazine formerly Major League Soccer Magazine joins us to discuss among other things the magazine's rebranding, US-Mexico, the inaugural season of WPS, and the CONCACAF Champions League.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast # 62: US-Mexico Roundtable

Sat, 7 Feb 2009 22:57:00 GMT

Host Kartik Krishnaiyer is joined by Martin Rogers of Yahoo! Sports, 1560 AM, The Game in Houston's Brian Zygo (who also contributes to Major League Soccer Talk), Chris Webb of United Mania and Johnathan Starling who hosts the EPL Talk podcast. Among the topics discussed are Bob Bradley"s tactics, the psychology in Mexican football, Sven Goran Eriksson's reliance on foreign born players for El Tri, and David Beckham"s AC Milan transfer saga.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast # 61: US National Team Update

Mon, 2 Feb 2009 03:54:00 GMT

MLS Talk US National Team Correspondent Mario Valdez joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer for this look back at the January Training Camp, and the friendly against Sweden. We look ahead to the big qualifier against Mexico in Columbus as well.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast: MLS Draft, USL-1 News

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:16:00 GMT

Episode 60 of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast features analysis by host Kartik Krishnaiyer on the MLS Draft. An interview with Cleveland City Stars GM Mark Geissbauer discussing the club's move to USL-1 follows.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast # 59: January 2009 Transfer Window and US Camp

Thu, 8 Jan 2009 22:54:00 GMT

Bruce McGuire joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer to discuss the January Transfer window as it affects American footballers as well as MLS. We also discuss the US National Team camp which is open at the Home Depot Center which will culminate in a friendly versus Sweden.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #58: DuNord Best XI

Sat, 1 Nov 2008 00:42:00 GMT

Bruce McGuire of DuNord joins us to reveal his MLS Best XI for 2008 and preview the MLS playoffs.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #57: Discussion of Current World Football Issues

Wed, 8 Oct 2008 23:33:00 GMT

Martin Rogers of Yahoo! Sports joins Kartik Krishnaiyer for a free flowing discussion about a wide range of topics related to US Soccer and World Football. Among the topics discussed: Nevan Subotic's thought process as to why he may play for Germany instead of the US whom he played for at the youth level, Jose Francisco Torres's decision to play for the US over Mexico, the attractiveness of USL's style of play, the world credit crunch's affect on European Football and what impact Sven Goran Eriksson is having on Mexican Football. A can't miss episode for all world football fans!

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #56: Mo Edu and USL Playoff Preview

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:03:00 GMT

Episode 56 features an interview with US National Team and former Toronto FC midfielder/defender Mo Edu. Edu talks about his role with the US Olympic Team as well as his recent move to Rangers of the SPL. Following that Brian Quarstad of Blue Sky Soccer joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer to preview the USL Playoffs and discuss why the Puerto Rico Islanders and Montreal Impact have been so strong in the CONCACAF Champions League.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #55: Eddie Lewis

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 15:02:00 GMT

Episode 55 features an interview with US midfielder Eddie Lewis who after playing nine season in England has returned home to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy. Also Chris Webb from United Mania joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer for a free flowing discussion which topics include United's US Open Cup triumph, Marcello Gallardo's injuries, United's playoff prospects the continued success of USL clubs in the CONCACAF Champions League, the fallout from the failure of team USA at the Olympics and critquing Bob Bradley's player selections for CONCACAF qualifers. Chris also mentions a name of who could be the next big thing for the US team. You won't want to miss that, as it is a name not on most fans radar.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #54: Ray Hudson

Wed, 3 Sep 2008 01:46:00 GMT

Ray Hudson is a playing, coaching and broadcasting figure who has few equals in the United States today. As a seven year member of the Fort Lauderdale Strikers of the NASL, Hudson played alongside such legends of the game as Nene Cubillias, Gerd Mueller and George Best. Later he played several for the Strikers of the APSL and went on to manage the MLS' Miami Fusion and DC United. Living in Fort Lauderdale, Hudson now commentates on Internationals, Bundesliga, and La Liga matches for Miami based GOL TV. The interview with host Kartik Krishnaiyer discusses Hudson's career from the time he touched down on American soil in 1977 right through today when he calls matches for GOL TV.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast #53: Eric Reed

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:27:00 GMT

Goalkeeper Eric Reed joins us on the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast to discuss his career at UCLA where he started for three years along with such standouts as Sal Zizzo, Benny Feilhaber, Kamani Hill and Matt Taylor. We also discuss this past season with Cleveland City Stars who won the USL-2 title this past Saturday as well as Reed's time in the PDL and with the California Victory of USL-1.

Major League Soccer Talk: #52, Robbie Russell

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:06:49 GMT

Robbie Russell is one of the few Americans to have started multiple UEFA Champions League matches in his career while with Rosenborg. Host, Krishnaiyer had a chance to sit down with the versatile defender who has recently joined Real Salt Lake to talk about his time in Europe and his return to the United States to play in MLS.

Major League Soccer Talk Episode 51: Martin Rogers

Tue, 5 Aug 2008 15:23:00 GMT

Martin Rogers, World Soccer writer for Yahoo! Sports joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer on Episode 51. We review how the Euro 2008 tournament was received in England, preview tonight's Superliga final between Houston and New England as well as look ahead to the Olympic Football tournament which Martin will cover in person from China. We also discuss Tottenham's transfer moves as well. A can't miss episode covering all topics relevant to American and World football this summer!

Major League Soccer Talk #50: Chris Webb, UnitedMania.com

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:55:00 GMT

No club in the history of MLS has won as many trophies as DC United. No MLS club has penetrated its local sports scene as throughly as DC United. On Episode 50 of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast we chat with Chris Webb of Unitedmania.com a website that has been covering the club since the early days of MLS. Relive the glory of three MLS Cups in four seasons, as well as the 1998 CONCACAF Champions Cup and Inter-American Cup triumphs, which still stand today as two of the biggest events ever won by MLS sides. We also discuss United's current problems, and the first ever four game losing streak at RFK Stadium for the club.

Major League Soccer Talk #49: Superliga Wrap #2: Dynamo vs Guadalajara and Reyna Retires

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:14:00 GMT

Brian Zygo from the World Soccer Wrap podcast joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer to break down the Dynamo's heartbreaking 1-0 Superliga Group A loss to Guadalajara. Houston played well enough to earn something from the match and Brian who spoke to Dynamo players and coaches after the match discusses the psychology of the side going into the last group match of Superliga this weekend.

We also pay tribute to Claudio Reyna who on Wednesday will announce his retirement from professional soccer.

Major League Soccer Talk #48: Superliga Weekend Wrap

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 22:03:00 GMT

Mario Valdez, Americans Abroad and Mexican Football correspondent for CSRN's American Soccer Show joins us on MLS Talk Episode 48 to review an exciting opening weekend of Superliga 2008. We discuss DC United troubles, the strength of Pachuca, as well as the different playing style New England presents Mexican sides, making the Revs a challenging side to face.

Major League Soccer Talk: Superliga Preview #3: Brian Zygo WSW podcast

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 15:55:00 GMT

Brian Zygo of the World Soccer Wrap podcast joins us to discuss Superliga from the Houston Dynamo perspective.

Major League Soccer Talk: Superliga Preview #2

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 15:46:00 GMT

Kartik Krishnaiyer's CSRN American Soccer Show co-host Dave Denholm from 710 ESPN Radio in Los Angeles reviews last year's Superliga final between the LA Galaxy and Pachuca. Hear why Denholm, a veteran sports reporter and commentator who has attended events such as the Super Bowl, the World Series and the NBA Finals says last year's Superliga final is the best sporting event he has ever been to. We also preview this year's competition.

Major League Soccer Talk: Superliga 2008 Preview #1

Wed, 9 Jul 2008 00:12:00 GMT

In the first of our three preview episodes of Superliga 2008, we speak to Mario Valdez, Americans Abroad correspondent for CSRN's American Soccer Show which is hosted by Kartik Krishnaiyer. Valdez discusses the prospects of the four Mexican teams that have qualified for Superliga and also assess the ability of DC United, recently on a roll to continue winning against tougher competition.

Major League Soccer Talk: Martin Rennie

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:52:00 GMT

Martin Rennie, one of the youngest ever coaches to attain the UEFA A License is our guest on Episode 44. Rennie now coaching the Cleveland City Stars of USL-2 was the league's coach of the year in 2007 and discusses all things Football with us. MLS, Scotland, USL, technique, training and tactics. A can't miss episode for the football aficionado.

MLS Talk 43: Luis Bueno

Thu, 5 Jun 2008 12:20:00 GMT

On this episode which due to a server error was not released in early May when it was recorded, Luis Bueno of SI.com, Sideline Views, and the Press Enterprise discusses the Superclassico match between Chivas USA and the LA Galaxy as well as other topics related to Mexican Football and MLS. Again, the episode is now dated but still a useful listen as many prevalent topics are discussed.

Major League Soccer Talk: Discussion of Current Issues

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:09:00 GMT

In Episode 42 we discuss current issues in the league including the great start for Landon Donovan, the play of Amado Guevara with Toronto FC and other issues including ticket prices and the marketing of the league. Correspondent Michael Haley joins us.

Major League Soccer Talk: Seattle Sounders and MLS Update

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 23:32:00 GMT

David Falk of http://goalseattle.com joins us to discuss the campaign to make the historic name Sounders the nickname for Seattle's new MLS franchise. Bruce McGuire of DuNord then joins us to discuss Kansas City's new home ground and DC United's heartbreaking defeat in the CONCACAF Champions Cup Semifinals

Major League Soccer Talk: Miami Ultras

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 17:57:00 GMT

Episode 40 features an interview with Pieter Brown who is helping to spearhead the effort to return MLS to South Florida. The supporters club the Miami Ultras are working diligently to secure an MLS franchise in the region that lost MLS Soccer after the 2001 season.

Major League Soccer Talk: Miami Fusion Retrospective Special

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:39:00 GMT

The Fort Lauderdale based Miami Fusion played in MLS from 1998 thru 2001. The club were finalsits in the 2000 Open Cup and won the 2001 Supporters Shield. In this very special episode of the podcast we look back at the Fusion with longtime South Florida Sun Sentinel columnist Jeff Rusnak.

Before we get to the interview with Jeff Rusnak we have several short clips with former Fusion players including Jeff Cassar, Nick Rimando, Garth Lagerway, Andy Williams, Kyle Beckerman and Pablo Mastroeni about their memories of the clubs, the fans and of the South Florida community. All of this in episode 39.

Major League Soccer Talk: Trevor Hayward, My Soccer Club USA

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 18:54:00 GMT

Episode 38 features an interview with Trevor Hayward of MLS Soccer Club USA about the groups efforts to buy a club in USL-2 as well as a discussion of the current state of the New York Red Bulls. The end of the episode also features and important announcement about the future of Major League Soccer Talk.

Major League Soccer Talk: US-South Africa, MLS Cup, Expansion and Squad Rules

Fri, 23 Nov 2007 16:01:00 GMT

Mario Valdes and Johnathan Starling join us to discuss a holiday cornucopia of topics: MLS Cup, the US win over South Africa at Ellis Park, continued MLS expansion, the talk that MLS will allow more senior internationals and much much more. Don't miss this festive holiday edition of the pod!

Major League Soccer Talk: Dougie Brimson

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 21:12:00 GMT

Episode 36 features an interview with legendary author Dougie Brimson about Hooliganism and Racism in Soccer and how possible it is to see these forces reach our shores as Soccer and MLS grow in popularity in the United States.

Major League Soccer Talk: MLS Cup and US-South Africa Special

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 05:10:00 GMT

In this two plus hour special extravaganza we catch up with Phil Schoen of GOL TV, our correspondent Michael Haley, Bruce McGuire of DuNord Futbol and Bryan Zygo of the World Soccer Wrap show. Among the topics discussed are the MLS Cup final, US-South Africa, are the LA Galaxy too selfish and arrogant for MLS and the future of the salary cap and designated player rule. This and much much more in our biggest and best show yet.

Major League Soccer Talk: Americans Abroad

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 16:37:00 GMT

Episode 34 of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast features a look at Americans Abroad with our correspondent Mario Valdes. We take a look at Yanks plying their trade in some of the most obscure and less the glamorous international leagues and talk about the future national team prospects for several of these youngsters. This episode is a can't miss for anyone wishing to track some of the players eligible to play for the national team you cannot see weekly on Fox Soccer Channel or GOL TV.

Major League Soccer Talk: Coaching Carousel and Brant Parsons

Thu, 8 Nov 2007 15:50:00 GMT

Welcome aboard the pod Major League Soccer Talk, your ship for the latest news regarding the coaching vacancies in Los Angeles and New York. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer discusses Ruud Gullit's potential appointment as Los Angeles Galaxy Manager as well as discussing the MLS Cup Playoffs and its relationship to other sports in this busy time on the American sports calendar. Brant Parsons of the Orlando Sentinel joins us to discuss Arsenal's draw with Manchester United, the potential of Brad Guzan moving to Arsenal this January, Freddy Adu, Landon Donovan, Clint Dempsey the MLS playoffs and much more!

Major League Soccer Talk: Brian Zygo, World Soccer Wrap

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 21:43:00 GMT

Two major news stories broke in the last 24 hours: The decision of Frank Yallop to leave the LA Galaxy to return to San Jose and the sacking of Bruce Arena by the Red Bull Management. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer analyzes both moves and speculates about potential reasons Arena's tenure with the Red Bulls was so short. Brian Zygo of the World Soccer Wrap show joins us to discuss the season for the Houston Dynamo whom Brian has been privileged to watch from press row much of the year. We look back on Houston's Champions Cup, Superliga and ongoing MLS Cup runs.

Major League Soccer Talk: The Playoffs Continue

Fri, 2 Nov 2007 14:57:00 GMT

Brian Zygo of the World Soccer Wrap show joins us to preview the second leg of FC Dallas-Houston, and Johnathan Starling joins us to recap the epic encounter at RFK Stadium between DC United and the Chicago Fire. We also discuss Glen Davis in the booth and why can't ESPN make him a more regular part of the broadcast team.

Major League Soccer Talk Podcast: MLS Cup Playoffs Weekend One Recap

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:39:00 GMT

Major League Soccer Talk Correspondent David Trotter joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer for a discussion about the Chicago Fire-DC United match. The conversation was taped as Mr. Trotter left Toyota Park Thursday evening following the Fire's 1-0 first leg win. The other three playoff series are also reviewed in this episode.

Major League Soccer Talk: MLS Cup Playoffs Roundtable

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 15:18:00 GMT

Host Kartik Krishnaiyer moderates a round table playoff preview. Guests include Bruce McGuire of Dunord Futbol, Dave Trotter of the France Football Blog and Jonathan Starling of EPL Talk and the 3rd Half website. Each playoff series is covered in depth as are the five teams that missed the playoffs. Also, the "Beckham Rule" is discussed and we speculate as to who the next massive international signing will be for MLS.

Major League Soccer Talk: Seattle Sounders

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 01:45:00 GMT

Eric Gilbertson a fan of the Seattle Sounders since the mid 1970s joins us to discuss the history of the franchise as well as the probable move of the team to MLS in 2008 or 2009. We also review the US-Switzerland game with Jonathan Starling and give Bob Bradley the props he deserves for putting so much faith in young players and those playing their club football outside MLS and the Premier League.

Major League Soccer Talk: Max Bretos

Tue, 16 Oct 2007 00:35:00 GMT

Max Bretos the voice of the MLS on FSC joins us for a conversation. The topics discussed include whether Landon Donovan deserved the Honda Player of the Year Award, the state of MLS, a preview of the US-Switzerland game which he will call for FSC. We also delve into his background as a broadcaster as Fox Soccer Channel /Fox Sports World prepares to celebrate it's tenth anniversary.

Major League Soccer Talk: Bruce McGuire, DuNord Futbol and more!

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 18:35:00 GMT

Episode 26 features a conversation between host Kartik Krishnaiyer and special guest Max Bretos, the voice of MLS on Fox Soccer Channel previewing this weekend's FSC Saturday Night match up between Toronto FC and the resurgent L.A. Galaxy. The episode also features a full length interview with Bruce McGuire of the http://dunordfutbol.com website about all of the latest happenings in MLS and with the US National Team.

Major League Soccer Talk: Peter Brown

Tue, 9 Oct 2007 18:26:00 GMT

Episode 25 features an interview with Peter Brown the co-host of CSRN's Around the League, Divers and Cheats and Chivas USA shows. In the interview host Kartik Krishnaiyer asks Brown about the current state of Chivas USA, how MLS measures up internationally, when MLS teams will begin winning matches on Mexican soil and much much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Scott French

Fri, 5 Oct 2007 21:14:00 GMT

Episode 24 features an exclusive look ahead to the content of the new issue of Major League Soccer Magazine which will hit news stands next week. Major League Soccer Magazine Managing Editor Scott French joins us for an in-depth look at yet another jam packed issue of the magazine.

Major League Soccer Talk: Ipswich Town FC Supporters Club

Tue, 2 Oct 2007 20:04:00 GMT

Episode 23 features an interview with Mick Scrivner of the Ipswich Town America Supporters Club. We discuss his memories of growing up in England watching Football and legends such as Mick Mills and Sir. Bobby Robson. We also discuss watching Frank Yallop both in Ipswich and with the Tampa Bay Mutiny and how his play with Ipswich foretold his success as a club and national team manager. We also discuss the supporters club for Ipswich Town here in the USA and much more! Also, a review of the weekend in MLS and a look ahead to DC United's match with Chivas of Guadalajara in the Copa Sudamericana Round of 16 are discussed in the show.

Major League Soccer Talk: Jamie Trecker

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 22:27:00 GMT

Episode 22 of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast features an interview with Jamie Trecker, who is the Senior Writer at Fox Soccer.com. Among the topics discussed are his new book "Love and Blood" about Germany 2006, the state of US Soccer, MLS and Americans abroad, what the US National Team needs to do to achieve more success in the future and much much more! Also a lucky listener will win a copy of "Love and Blood" if they correctly answer an MLS related trivia question.

Major League Soccer Talk: MCFC American Supporters Group

Tue, 25 Sep 2007 14:10:00 GMT

In Episode 21, Host Kartik Krishnaiyer has a conversation with Matt Scmisvh the founder of the Manchester City America Supporters Group. The discussion includes a look at former Manchester City players in MLS and an overview of the the league including a focus on the Colorado Rapids. This is followed by a discussion of current issues with Jonathan Starling.

Major League Soccer Talk: Discussion of Current Issues

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 19:04:00 GMT

Episode 20 features a conversation with Michael Haley, Major League Soccer Talk correspondent about the hot play of DC United and Chivas USA as well as the play of several Americans abroad. Next week we will have two episodes, an early week and a late week edition.

Major League Soccer Talk: New England Revolution History Special

Mon, 17 Sep 2007 17:33:00 GMT

Episode 19 features a look at the New England Revolution franchise. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer and Major League Soccer Talk Correspondent Benny Summers dissect the history of the Revs including discussions about former stars Joe Max Moore, Walter Zenga and Mike Burns. This year's Revolution team is also looked at in depth, and the rest of the Eastern Conference is discussed as well.

Major League Soccer Talk: Christopher Sullivan

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 16:14:00 GMT

Episode 18 features a conversation between host Kartik Krishnaiyer and Fox Soccer Channel's Christopher Sullivan. Sullivan discusses his playing career, his training program DVD, and his thoughts and impressions of the current group of players in the US National Team player pool.

Episode 17: Brant Parsons, Orlando Sentinel

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 15:40:00 GMT

Episode 17 features an interview by host Kartik Krishnaiyer with Brant Parsons the soccer writer for the Orlando Sentinel and the author of the "Other Football" blog on the Orlando Sentinel.com website. Topics discussed include, the attitude towards the game in the American media, the future of Arsene Wenger and Arsenal, the current state of the US National Team, the Scheduling practices of MLS and much much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Nick Webster

Sat, 1 Sep 2007 17:59:00 GMT

Host Kartik Krishnaiyer interviews Nick Webster of Fox Soccer Channel and Champions Soccer Radio. Webster, the host of Fox Football Fone-In discusses his memories of watching the game when he moved to the U.S.A in 1987, the first MLS game for the LA Galaxy, his work with Fox Soccer Channel and the current state of both the US and English national teams.

Major League Soccer Talk: Roundtable Discussion

Sat, 1 Sep 2007 01:55:00 GMT

Host Kartik Krishnaiyer moderates an MLS roundtable discussion with correspondents Michael Haley, BC John and Dave Trotter. Topics discussed include the Superliga final, David Beckham's injury, Alexi Lalas' responsibility for the Galaxy's disasterous season, the problem with MLS scheduling and the impact of Cuauhtemoc Blanco on the Chicago Fire.

Major League Soccer Talk: Sons of Ben

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 15:41:00 GMT

Episode 14 features an interview with Sons of Ben supporters group who are attempting to bring a MLS team to the Philadelphia area. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer also looks back at this weekâs Major League Soccer action as well as the U.S. against Sweden match.

Major League Soccer Talk: Major League Soccer Magazine

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 12:14:00 GMT

Episode 13 features an interview with the editor of the Major League Soccer Magazine Scott French, as well as a look at Superliga semi-final results including Pachuca's impressive win and the compelling win by the LA Galaxy and David Beckham's first goal for the Californian team. For more details about the Major League Soccer Magazine, go here.

Major League Soccer Talk: Americans In Europe

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 14:49:00 GMT

Episode 12 features a review of David Beckhamâs official MLS debut against DC United plus an in-depth analysis with BC John regarding American players that formerly played in the States who now play in Europe. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer also discusses an exciting new Major League Soccer magazine and much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Sean Wheelock

Thu, 2 Aug 2007 10:57:00 GMT

Episode 11 features an interview with Sean Wheelock, the American soccer correspondent for BBC Five Live radio and one of the most experienced soccer commentators in the US. Wheelock discusses what Beckham mania was like, how Major League Soccer compares with other leagues around the world, how he got involved in soccer broadcasting, what it was like commentating on Kansas City in the early days of MLS, his disappointment about Superliga not being covered by U.S. English-speaking television and much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Superliga

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 04:42:00 GMT

Episode 10 focuses on the latest news about the first round of games from Superliga, how to encourage Mexicans living in the USA to adopt the MLS, thoughts on David Beckham's debut for the LA Galaxy and Blanco's first match for Chicago. Plus, host Kartik Krishnaiyer and co-host Michael Haley discuss the latest news from Major League Soccer and consider the future of Bobby Convey at Reading in England.

Major League Soccer Talk: Phil McThomas

Mon, 16 Jul 2007 13:22:00 GMT

Episode 9 features an interview with Phil McThomas, host of the Soccer Shout Podcast and the soon-to-be-launched web site, Clever Football. He joins host Kartik Krishnaiyer in a conversation about Phil's football endeavours. Kartik also delves into the loss by the U.S. under-20 side against Austria, and discusses Superliga as well as the latest action from Major League Soccer and much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Kelly O'Donnell

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 02:33:00 GMT

Episode 8 features an interview with GolTV commentator and announcer Kelly O'Donnell on the topic of U.S. soccer and the team's recent rise at the under-20 World Cup and the fall at Copa America. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer and O'Donnell discuss which U.S. youngsters are the hope for the future, as well as whether Giuseppi Rossi ever will play for the U.S. men's national team. Lastly, O'Donnell discusses which markets Major League Soccer may move into in the near future.

Major League Soccer Talk: Lindsey Dean

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 02:54:00 GMT

Episode 7 features an interview with Lindsey Dean, the GolTV commentator and co-host of GolTV's "American Soccer" TV show. Dean shares his impressions of the US team's performances at Copa America and discusses the US under-20's team and their remarkable win over Brazil. Host Kartik Krishnaiyer continues the discussion regarding the u-20's performance with BC John and they both dissect the incredible Freddy Adu performance and whether he may be playing for a European club team in the near future.

Major League Soccer Talk: Copa America

Thu, 5 Jul 2007 11:08:00 GMT

Episode 6 features a discussion between Kartik Krishnaiyer and Michael Haley regarding the recent U.S. results at Copa America, the u-20 World Cup and the Gold Cup. Plus there's a discussion of the latest developments from the world of Major League Soccer, the Freddy Adu anomaly, how prevalent B teams are in Copa America, lessons learned by US soccer, the future of Kasey Keller and much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Live from Mexico

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 06:02:00 GMT

Episode 5 features hosts Kartik Krishnaiyer and BCJohn dissecting the triumphant win by the U.S. over Mexico in the final of the Gold Cup with the added bonus of Kartik providing the perspective of what it was like watching the final from Mexico and how the experience was so much different there. Also discussed are the exploits of Major League Soccer and the return of Copa America, and much more.

Major League Soccer Talk: Gold Cup

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 01:35:00 GMT

In episode 4 of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast, host Kartik Krishnaiyer speaks with BCJohn and Michael Haley about the Gold Cup, last week's Major League Soccer action and whether Landon Donovan will be playing in this summer's Copa America. Also discussed is the backlash by the European media against U.S. soccer due to Alexi Lalas's controversial statements this past week. Plus Kartik and Michael debate Dave Sarachan's sacking from the Chicago Fire head coach position.

Major League Soccer Talk: Phil Schoen

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 08:26:00 GMT

In episode 3, Kartik interviews GolTV announcer and commentator Phil Schoen and talks with Major League Soccer Talk correspondent Michael Haley. In the conversation with Schoen, he discusses the U.S. team's chances in Copa America, which players may be called up for that tournament and much more about US soccer. Michael Haley and Kartik, meanwhile, discuss the recent performances by the US Men's National Team in the Gold Cup.

Major League Soccer Talk: Andrew Shue

Wed, 6 Jun 2007 14:42:00 GMT

Episode 2 of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast features an exclusive interview with Andrew Shue regarding his new movie entitled "Gracie." Host Kartik Krishnaiyer asks Shue about his days playing at the LA Galaxy, his son's passion for Manchester United, why soccer fans should go see "Gracie," and much more. Also on the podcast is a conversation with Michael Haley discussing the US's recent 4-1 win against China in a friendly, and what positives can be taken from that game before the US begins its defence of the Gold Cup this summer. Listen now.

Major League Soccer Talk: Episode 1

Sat, 2 Jun 2007 23:54:00 GMT

Episode 1 of the Major League Soccer Talk is hosted by Kartik Krishnaiyer. The inaugural show features an interview with The Gaffer from EPL Talk and discussions with two Major League Soccer Talk correspondents about the MLS, David Beckham, LA Galaxy, New York Red Bulls and much more. Listen now.