On this week's pod, the boys discuss Senegal's triumph at AFCON and the magic of the FA Cup. Plus, Matt Pentz joins to talk about various lightning rods within the US Men's National Team (28:07) and Sergio Patrick shares his perspective on Neymar's career as the Brazilian superstar turns 30 years old (55:21).

Caught Offside: Lightning Rods

Andrew Gundling and JJ Devaney cover the week's soccer news from the international leagues, FIFA World Cup and MLS.

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The boys say goodbye to ESPN but hello to bringing you even more soccer content in the years to come! For the time being, you can find new episodes here https://spoti.fi/3RT6u1z at Spotify with all other podcast platforms soon to follow. Keep checking @COsoccerpod on Twitter for additional updates.

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The boys dive into the Champions League and break down Napoli's hot start as well as Atleti's slow one. Plus, Haaland's dominance continues, Arsenal turn North London red and Jeff Carlisle joins to discuss Sally Yates' report on an abusive culture in the NWSL.

Caught Offside: UCL Group Stage midway point

Well, if you were looking for some USMNT reassurance, you didn't get it on this day. We break down another uninspiring performance from the boys in black and blue and sort through the good and the bad as Qatar beckons. Plus: Harry Magiure does his best "Unlucky Alf" impression and JJ does his best Michael Sheen impression.

Caught Offside: Nervous flight attendant

Not the way you wanted to start your day... I mean, yikes. The boys discuss a discouraging 2-0 defeat for the US against Japan and try to make sense of what it means for their outlook in Qatar.

Caught Offside: USMNT outplayed by Japan

The boys discuss some of the big decisions that await Gregg Berhalter and break down which players have the most to gain from these final two friendlies. Plus, Pulisic's got a book, Brighton have a manager and JJ's changing accents.

Caught Offside: Lightning Rods

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