On Thursday's episode of Futbol Americas, Herculez Gomez and Sebastian Salazar discuss USSF's decision to deny MLS' request to remove first teams from 2024 U.S. Open Cup play. Then, the guys give their 2023 U.S. Soccer end of the year awards. Also, we debate who is more likely to succeed between newly appointed head coaches, Fernando Gago and Martin Anselmi.
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Futbol Americas: USSF denies MLS

Sebastian Salazar and Herculez Gomez cover the whole world of soccer with a specific focus on the players of the United States and Mexican national teams throughout both the international and club seasons. Plus, the US Women’s National Team, MLS, Liga MX, NWSL, USL, Liga MX Femenil, and more!

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On Monday’s episode of Futbol Americas, we react Gregg Berhalter’s 27-man roster for the friendlies prior to Copa América, where he called up four strikers. Analyzed the right back situation and which players are on the bubble.
In Liga MX we breakdown the semi finals and turn the page to the final . Should América's goal been disallowed in win vs. Chivas? Has América convinced during this Liguilla run? Did Fernando Gago, Chivas exceed expectations? Will elimination cost Fernando Tano Ortiz’s coaching job at Monterrey? Is Martín Anselmi reason for no 'Cruzazuleada ? Chances Cruz Azul get their revenge vs. América ?
We welcomed ESPN analyst Ali Krieger to talk about:
o   Brazil being confirmed as hosts of 2027 Women’s World Cup, the first South American nation to host the tournament.
o   Chelsea and Emma Hayes winning their fifth straight FA WSL title. What’s the biggest challenge for Hayes in moving to coach a national team.
o   Reaction to Lynn Williams becoming the NWSL all-time leading goalscorer. Chances she makes the Olympic roster?
o   Orlando Pride vs. Portland Thorns preview.
Plus Lionel Messi goes back to back games without assisting or scoring. Is it Something, nothing or everything?

Also we welcomed German side FC St. Pauli head coach Fabian Hürzeler to talk about: Be born in the United States, being a young coach and
 FC St. Pauli’s promotion to the Bundesliga after winning the title in the second tier.
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Futbol Americas: Berhalter calls up 27 for friendlies

The French World Champion Oliver Giroud is confirmed as the new LAFC signing. And as the summer ends more european players are rumored to come to MLS, Kevin De Bruyne, Sergio Ramos, Antoine Griezman. Plus mexican internationals Guillermo Ochoa and Chucky Lozano.
Where do they fit in MLS ?
Plus, reaction to MLS handing out suspensions after the Toronto FC-NYCFC post-match melee. Toronto had two players and head coach John Herdman suspended. What do you make of the incident and accusations?
Also on the show the following topics:

Reaction to PUMAS UNAM winger César Huerta receiving interest from PL and LaLiga teams. Is Huerta ready for a Europe move? Which team? The guys give their picks.

Gio Reyna has “no future” at Nottingham Forest.

  Weston McKennie/Tim Weah and Juventus win the Coppa Italia


One on one interview with USL's Championship’s New Mexico United’s owner and CEO Peter Trevisani to talk about:

USL owners being asked not to comment on the MLS U.S. Open Cup stance

 Advocating for the U.S. communities that don’t have teams in MLS

The impact of not having MLS teams in the U.S. Open Cup

The success of reaching the Round of 16 in this year’s U.S. Open Cup after beating an MLS club

 Ben Olsen’s words saying that the USL is a second division


And BOOK IT Segment: LA LIGUILLA Semifinals
o  Herc’s Parlay
o  Sebi’s Parlay
And at the end of the show the guys react to Inter Miami's draw versus Orlando.

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Futbol Americas: MLS moves, more europeans coming to America

Canada named Jesse Marsch as the head coach of the Men's soccer team. Is Jesse Marsch the right man for the Canadians ?
Plus, Mexico dropped their Copa America preliminary roster with legendary players off the list. Herc and Seb tackle TRI questions:

Is it the right time for a generational change ?

Who will be missed the most ?

Who will need to step up the most


In MLS Messi complains about the new injury rule. Are messi's complaints warranted ?
Ben Olsen complains about losing to second division team. should he get lost ?

One on one interview with actor, TV host and Owner of Campobasso FC Mark Consuelos to talk about his team being promoted to Serie C. 

Plus a break down of the LIGA MX finals: Chivas vs America and Monterrey vs Cruz Azul
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Futbol Americas: In Jesse Canada Trusts

Futbol Americas brings you the official group reveal for The Soccer Tournament.

The 2024 tournament will feature 48 men's teams and an eight-team women's bracket, all competing for a $1 million prize. 
Stars like Sergio Kun Aguero, Mario Balotelli, Nani, Sebastian Giovinco, Chad Ocho Cinco, JJ Watt. Pat McAfee and many more.
Also for the first time a Women's division with Ali Krieger leading the US Womens team.
World class teams from all ove the world Burnley FC, Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, Wrexham, The CONCAFA SC, Angel City, US Women, Tampa Bay Sun and a total of 56 teams 48 men's and 8 womens.

The men's division will begin on June 5, 2024, and the women's bracket will begin on June 7, 2024, and both will run through June 10, 2024. ESPN+ will broadcast 27 matches live, and some games will be available on linear TV.
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Futbol Americas: TST 2024 Group Reveal

PSV win their 25th Dutch Eredivisie title, but what is next for Ricardo Pepi, Sergiño Dest, Malik Tillman and Chucky Lozano?
Lionel Messi sets two records, including 5-assist game. Is Messi destroying MLS competition a bad thing for the league?
Also on the show:

Santiago Gimenez breaks his scoring drought!

Christian Pulisic gets his career-high 7th assist in Serie A, should he play as the USMNT '10' this summer?

ESPN analyst Ali Krieger breaks down Orlando Pride climb to the top of the NWSL table.

Full Liga MX Quarterfinals Preview!


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Futbol Americas: USSF denies MLS

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