Episode 82 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Two of the big dawgs in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup have kicked off their tournament with a win! Julia Ranney joins Caroline as they discuss the opening performances from the European Champions, England, and the reigning, back-to-back Women's World Cup Champions, USA! Both teams getting a win over two countries making their impressive World Cup debuts in Haiti and Vietnam! Plus, Japan pounced all over Zambia in their opening match, leading many to question whether or not Zambia is an overrated Dark Horse! All that and so much more on this episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway! 

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Episode 81 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Julia Ranney joins Caroline as the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup is underway, and this year's co-hosts kick off the tournament in style! Ali Riley's New Zealand clinch their first-ever World Cup win in federation history by defeating sleeping giants Norway! Then, a Sam Kerr-less Australian side went to battle with the Irish as Ireland looked to impress in their first-ever Women's World Cup appearance! Plus, Canada was shocked by the Nigerians as young goalkeeper Chiamaka Nnadozie stops Christine Sinclair's penalty to keep the match to a scoreless draw! And finally, the Speedy Spaniards! Spain score three goals in six minutes to down the Costa Ricans early in the tournament! All that and so much more on today's episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway!

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Episode 80 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

The Canadians needed a win, and they got one! On this episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway, Caroline is joined by Brett and Woz as they go over the massive victory for CANMNT over Cuba! In a match where they needed to win in order to advance in the Gold Cup, Canada brought their 'A' game, but what still needs to improve for Canada before they face the USMNT? Plus, without Milan Borjan, how did Dayne St. Clair fair in his first bit of Gold Cup action? And finally, what is going on with Toronto FC!? All that and so much more on today's episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway!

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Episode 79 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Is this the most embarrassing result in CANMNT history!? On today's episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway, Brett and Woz join Caroline as they break down the shocking 2-2 draw to Guadeloupe. How can Canada bounce back from a draw against a team that isn't even a member of FIFA? Are there bigger problems with Canada Soccer than people are letting on? Is Ali Ahmed ready for regular minutes with the CANMNT? All that and so much more on today's episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway!

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Episode 78 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

A disappointing performance from the Canadians crowned the United States the Kings of CONCACAF, so what comes next for CANMNT? On this episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway, Brett and Woz join Caroline to discuss the CONCACAF Nations League Final as the Americans dominated Canada throughout the match. But what went wrong for Canada? Were John Herdman's tactics not enough to beat the US? Did Alphonso Davies do too much? And does this trophy complicate things for the USMNT between B.J. Callaghan and Gregg Berhalter? All that and much more on today's episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway!

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Episode 77 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Manchester City are the Champions of Europe! On today's episode of Kicked Back presented by Betway, Brett and Woz join Caroline as they discuss the Champions League Final as Manchester City completes the Treble and wins the Champions League Trophy! Does this victory cement Pep Guardiola as the greatest manager of all time? Does this treble surpass the 1999 Manchester United Treble? Plus, with European Football over, it is time to shift focus to North American Soccer! When will Messi start with Inter Miami and what will his impact be on the MLS? All that and much more on today's episode of Kicked Back presented by Betway!

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Episode 76 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Lionel Messi is on his way to Inter Miami and Major League Soccer! Argentinian Journalist Juan Pablo Varsky joins Caroline to discuss the details of Messi's deal and how Messi to MLS came to be! Varsky explains how long Lionel Messi knew he was joining Inter Miami and why he chose not to take the money and head to Saudi Arabia! Plus, what will Messi's impact mean for the future of soccer in North America? And, what can we expect from arguably the greatest footballer of all time, Lionel Messi, in MLS? All that and so much more on today's episode of Kicked Back, presented by Betway!

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Episode 75 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Sevilla wins the Europa League title and José Mourinho is none too happy about it! On this episode of Kicked Back presented by Betway, Caroline is joined by Brett and Woz as they outline the dramatic Europa League Final between AS Roma and Sevilla. Controversy everywhere as missed VAR calls, handballs, and José Mourinho waiting for Anthony Taylor in the carpark, this Europa League Final had it all, and Brett, Woz, and Caroline are shocked by the way it finished! But, is deciding a Final a sufficient way to declare a champion? And is Yassine Bounou bound for a massive move? Plus, Karim Benzema squashes Saudi Arabia transfer rumours, and is Neymar Jr. & Mason Mount on their way to Manchester United? All that and much more on this episode of Kicked Back presented by Betway!

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Episode 74 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Former Canadian women's National Team Player and Olympian, Diana Matheson joins Caroline alongside Allison Sandmeyer-Graves from Canadian Women & Sport and Ashley Curran from Canadian Tire as they discuss the importance of gender inclusion in sports today! Matheson has teamed up with Canadian Tire and Canadian Women & Sport to push for more support for the women's game in Canada and to assist young soccer players nationwide! Plus, with the creation of the new Canadian Women's Professional Soccer League in the works, Diana Matheson explains how it all came about and how important the potential impact of a pro league would have on the country! All that and so much more on today's episode of Kicked Back presented by Betway!

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Episode 73 of Kicked Back Presented By Betway!

Manchester City absolutely dominate defending Champions Real Madrid in the Semi Final as they advance to their first Champions League Final since 2021! On this episode of Kicked Back presented by Betway, Woz and Brett join Caroline as they outline the masterclass that was from Pep Guiardiola's Manchester City side as they manhandle Carlo Ancelotti's Real Madrid. But, is it truly a masterclass from Pep, or was Real Madrid just straight up not ready for the Cityzens? Plus, does more need to be expected from Erling Haaland in big games or is everything being blown out of proportion? And, what can we expect from Inter as they head into battle with Manchester City in the Champions League Final? All that and much more on today's episode fo Kicked Back presented by Betway!

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