My Mom Calls It Soccer

It’s a holiday edition of My Mom Calls It Soccer and we took the show on the road to Springfield Brew Co for football, family rivalries, and festive chaos.This episode was recorded while watching Aston Villa vs Manchester United, a matchup that hits close to home for two friends of the show who also happen to be sisters. One is a brand-new Aston Villa fan, the other is a Manchester United supporter, and sibling rivalry absolutely made an appearance.In this week’s Messy on the Pitch segment, we break down the chaotic, dramatic, and historically unhinged rivalry between Tottenham and Arsenal. North London never disappoints.We also continue our World Cup Geography series with a spotlight on Haiti, exploring its history and its place in the global football story.Plus, we’ve got a new Speed Match Up participant stepping into the soccer dating pool. The big question: who will we match her with?As always, Michele, Chase, and Grandma check in on their teams, sharing what went great, what went not-so-great, and what they’re cautiously optimistic about heading into the holidays.Grab a drink, settle in, and watch football with us.📍 Recorded on location at Springfield Brew Co⚽ Aston Villa vs Manchester United watch-along🔥 Messy on the Pitch: Tottenham vs Arsenal🌍 World Cup Geography: Haiti💘 Speed Match Up reveal🎄 Holiday edition vibesLike, subscribe, and come hang out with us.

Aston Villa is on an absolute heater, so we start this episode by checking in on how they’re doing and what it means for fans right now. We also catch up with our Match Up participants to see how their teams are performing and match up even more new fans.

From there, we dive into one of English football’s messiest rivalries, breaking down the history behind Sunderland vs Newcastle and why it still matters today. We also introduce our newest features, Messy on the Pitch and Where in the World Cup?, making World Cup geography feel less like a class and more like a conversation.

If you’re new to football or learning as you go, this episode is packed with updates, drama, and just enough context to help everything click.

In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, we’re jumping into fresh Champions League and league updates… and Michele shares what it was really like trying out to be a 2026 FIFA World Cup volunteer in Kansas City.

Then we tackle a fun challenge for new fans: realizing that the players you already love at the club level might be the perfect bridge to following a national team. The crew breaks down how to connect the dots so you can head into the World Cup with a team you actually feel invested in.

If you’re learning the sport, building your fandom, or just curious how Michele did at the tryouts, this episode is a good time.

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Drury Men’s Head Coach Ben Taylor stopped by My Mom Calls It Soccer to talk about his journey from player to coach, what the sport means to him, and why he proudly calls it football no matter what the job title says.

We dig into his background, his favorite teams, what surprises new fans about the game, and the one piece of advice he wishes Americans understood sooner. It’s laid-back, super informative, and a great intro for anyone trying to learn the sport — or trying to understand the soccer/football person in their life.

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It’s a mixed week for our clubs — but that’s part of the fun when you’re falling in love with football. In this episode, we go back to where it all started: how Michele, Chase, and Grandma each found the teams they now call their own. From Liverpool to Barça to Real Madrid, we share what hooked us as new fans, what keeps us watching, and how you can pick your own team without feeling like a bandwagoner. Plus, a quick check-in on how our Match Up clubs are doing (spoiler: Arsenal and Bayern keep on winning).

Matchweek 10 gave us a lot to talk about — so we’re breaking down everything we loved, everything we hated, and everything that made us yell at our TV. 😅In this episode:✅ Matchweek 10 reactions — the highs, lows, drama & nonsense✅ A quick look ahead at this week’s UEFA Champions League matches✅ Updates on our “Match-Up” series teams (how are they actually doing?)✅ Special guest interview with Howard Baumer, who’s visiting all 20 Premier League stadiums with our friends at Premier League Tours 🏟️🔥If you’ve ever dreamed of seeing your club in person, this story will get you packing a suitcase.—👀 NEW HERE?We’re the podcast helping new fans learn, choose a club, and fall in love with the game — one match, one storyline, and one hilarious debate at a time.🎧 Listen on Spotify + Apple📺 Watch full episodes here weekly✈️ Learn more about Premier League Tours: [link]Drop your Matchweek 10 “love it / hate it” moment in the comments!And tell us: which stadium is #1 on your bucket list?

El Clásico had everyone on edge — especially Chase and Grandma! 😅 We watched Real Madrid vs Barcelona with several of our “Match-Up” participants, answered their halftime questions, and soaked up every wild minute of this rivalry.

Plus, we sat down with Nick Andrews (of Nick & Emily) to get his take on Manchester United’s rollercoaster season and STL City’s latest moves.

Grab your coffee, settle in, and join the fun — this episode has it all: drama, laughs, and a little family chaos. ⚽💙

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League play after the international break did not disappoint — drama, goals, and a few meltdowns! Grandma and Chase are riding high after big results, but Michele’s Liverpool... well, let’s just say the vibes are off. Can they bounce back in their UCL match against Eintracht Frankfurt this week?

Plus in Soccer 101, we break down the High Line — what it is, why teams use it, and why it’s driving Chase crazy that Barcelona’s taking it to the extreme.

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Things got wild in Europe this week! 😅 In this episode of My Mom Calls It Soccer, we break down all the action from Match Weeks 6 & 7 plus Champions League and Europa League drama.

👉 Barcelona and Liverpool are struggling (again).
👉 Real Madrid made Grandma happy... even after giving up FIVE to Atleti.
👉 And we’re sharing some fun new plans for how we’re helping new fans fall in love with the beautiful game.

We’re committed to the cause — one mom, one fan, one laugh at a time. ❤️⚽

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⚽ UCL Round 1 was full of excitement, and we’re breaking down all the action! Bayern keeps dominating (and Brad couldn’t be happier), Liverpool is still unbeaten, and most of our Match Up teams are holding strong…except poor Aston Villa, who at least managed a goal this week.

Join us for a full Match Week 5 update, reaction to the Champions League games, and all the highs (and lows!) from our participants’ teams. Whether you’re here for the banter, the stats, or just to see who’s winning the Match Up, this episode has something for every soccer fan!

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