On this edition of the Starting XI Podcast, the boys breakdown the results of the 2023 Champions League Final, and the ramifications of City’s treble win. Next we get into the nitty gritty of the USA vs Mexico game, and the brutality of it, as well as Europes Nations League. We also touch on the re-hiring of Gregg Berhalter for the USMNT. Before closing off with the 2023 Summer transfers (so far).

(00:00) - Champions League Final

(06:02) - USA/MEX

(10:51) - Tyler Adams absence, suspended players

(15:38) - Europe Nations League

(16:30) - Gregg Berhalter back to USMNT

(23:45) - Transfer Window Updates (Mac Allister, Bellingham, Messi)

On this edition of the Starting XI Podcast, the boys breakdown the two cup finals from the previous weeks; the Europa League Final and the FA Cup Final. We then get into some of the more prominent offseason moves such as Karim Benzema heading to Saudi Arabia, and Zlatan Ibrahimović's retirement. Lastly, we breakdown the Champions League Final and predict who we think will win.

(00:00) - Europa League Final

(02:12) - FA Cup Final

(07:11) - Karim Benzema leaves Madrid

(11:30) - Zlatan Ibrahimović retires

(14:19) - Champions League Final preview

(19:01) - Spurs new manager

On this weeks episode of Starting XI, the boys recap the incredible season that just ended. Starting off by talking about Manchester City's fifth Premier League title win in six years, and discussing who has the best chance to challenge for the title next season. This is followed up by breaking down Borussia Dortmund's unfortunate bottle job to end their season, allowing Bayern Munich to swoop in and win their eleventh straight Bundesliga title. Third on the docket is Barcelona's return to glory, and what their next step is, especially after rivals Real Madrid lose some club legends. Lastly, we talk about PSG's ninth title in eleven years in Ligue 1 and why it's not nearly as impactful as the other winners.

(00:00) - Premier League

(08:53) - Bundesliga

(14:22) - La Liga

(17:55) - Ligue 1

This week the boys breakdown the recent Champions League Semifinals matchups, the performances, and what's next for the clubs.

This week the boys discuss Napoli's first Serie A championship, The Scudetto, since 1990 and the impact it has not only on the club but the league itself. We also get into the sticky situation with Leo Messi and PSG, and where we think he plays next season. Next, we talk about the latest game that Manchester United have dropped points, allowing Liverpool to stay alive in the race for Champions League next season, as well as Emilio's fun interaction with ESPN's Stevie Nicol. Lastly, we get into Chelsea's first victory under Frank Lampard (this time), and some other fun stuff.