Ben, Peter and Alex gather at the NFP Studios (Alex's new apartment) in the aftermath of Canada's 4-1 loss to Japan on Friday morning. The boys recap the game, make sense of the performance and answer all of your burning questions about the match and the impact on the team's future as the Nations League approaches.

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RUNNING ORDER:

3:00 – Should we be shocked at the result?

13:35 – Rating Biello’s performance

16:42 – Is Biello in over his head?

22:39 – Will this result silence the Herdman critics?

23:36 – Eustaquio’s importance

27:28 – The PK debate returns!

30:00 – Why didn’t another GK play?

32:16 – Explaining the Vitoria sub and has the back 5 been figured out?

34:29 – Midfield struggles badly

36:29 – Should Millar get more opportunities?

37:26 – Lack of experimentation a problem?

39:25 – Concern about the CanMNT going forward?

40:29 – Formation to use going forward

42:26 – Davies at LWB vs. Up front

45:30 – Future CB prospects

48:09 – What is Canada’s dual national plan?

49:52 – The November roster we want to see

52:02 – Thoughts on the U-20’s qualifying path

53:19 – Pacific advances to face Halifax

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Ben, Peter and Alex are back after a brief hiatus to answer all your questions about the CanMNT's squad to face Japan, preview the game this Friday and take a look at the CPL playoffs to see how they'll play out!

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Ben, Peter and Alex open the show with some reaction to Canada's win over Jamaica to qualify for the 2024 Olympics in Paris. They go over Bev Priestman's tactical changes, whether this will be the norm going forward, what it means for certain players and much more!

The boys also discuss Cavalry winning the CPL Shield, who will claim the final playoff spot, what Valour needs to do improve in 2024, the Whitecaps' recent woes, CF Montreal's decline in form and other topics!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:50 – The WNT is going to Paris!

7:08 – Tactical changes pay off

14:10 – Sydney Collins to crack the Olympic squad?

19:31 – Quinn’s injury and what will the midfield look like going forward?

24:12 – Did Priestman “get out of jail?”

28:16 – Sincy’s future

34:42 – The leading outsiders to crack the Olympic squad

37:49 – Will Priestman “pull a Herdman?”

39:40 – Cavalry clinches the shield

43:33 – York vs. Ottawa: Who gets the last playoff spot?

46:40 – What changes are needed at Valour?

50:47 – Whitecaps finally lose on road

52:43 – Whitecaps youngsters who could crack first team in 2024

1:05:30 – Projections for the Japan camp

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Ben, Peter and Alex gather mere moments after Canada Soccer announced the timeline for the hiring of a permanent general secretary and MNT head coach. What does this news mean for the future of the program?

The guys also preview the WNT's Olympic playoff vs. Jamaica, discuss the Vancouver Whitecaps' chances of winning MLS Cup, HFX Wanderers' stadium plan, the MNT left-wing depth chart and break down a solid performance from Luc de Fougerolles in the Football League Trophy!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:54 – CSA leadership updates

13:10 – Canada vs. Jamaica first leg preview

25:00 – No CanWNT at Pan Am Games

29:00 – WNT players abroad to watch in Europe

31:01 – Canada U-17 friendly preview

35:34 – Hoilett to Vancouver thoughts

40:02 – Can we expedite Gauld’s citizenship?

46:24 – Vancouver’s odds of winning MLS Cup

53:57 – Miljevic madness

59:50 – Benefit’s of HFX’s permanent stadium plan

1:03:58 – Nimick’s best fit if he moves clubs

1:08:09 – Our CanMNT LW depth chart

1:10:16 – Luc de Fougerolles impresses vs. English League 1 club

1:13:03 – Potential surprise omissions or inclusions for Japan friendly

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Ben, Peter and Alex discuss the CanWNT roster reveal, break down the key talking points from the squad and discuss the importance of lower ticket prices for these games.

They also recap Cavalry clinching a playoff spot, discuss the favourites for the North Star Shield and how the CPL can keep growing in local markets.

Plus, a discussion on prospective MLS playoff teams, Alphonso Davies' future, League1 Canada teams qualifying for the Canadian Championship and more!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:10 – Breaking down the CanWNT roster to face Jamaica

5:11 – Sold out BMO Field = sign of things to come?

11:17 – Is Cavalry the favourite for the North Star Shield?

17:02 – Steps to help grow local CPL markets

25:07 – Córdova sold by Vancouver: what’s next?

32:19 – Playoff expectations for Vancouver, Montreal 

37:42 – Vilsaint, Saliba and Franklin’s stocks

39:02 – Whitecaps academy tensions with NEXT Pro team?

44:16 – Best fit for Davies: Bayern or Real Madrid?

47:43 – Should Canada pivot to Farsi with Buchanan hurt?

50:12 – Leon finally gets her move!

52:58 – Potential expiring Canadian contracts to watch

55:10 – Will CSB influence the CanMNT coaching hire?

57:04 – Could Hugo Pérez be a legit coaching candidate?

1:01:04 – Breaking down the League1 teams to qualify for CanChamp

1:08:08 – How to add more League1 clubs to the CanChamp

1:11:02 – Re-aligning the U Sports pyramid

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Ben, Peter and Alex kick off the show discussing the latest hitch in Saskatoon's CPL expansion bid, what this means for future expansion and more.

The guys also discuss the CPL playoff race, Goteh Ntignee's move to Annecy, whether Toronto FC's success translates to Canadian soccer's success, the latest on Canadians abroad and other topical issues!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:30 – Saskatoon CPL hits a snag

7:16 – What Saskatoon news means for CPL expansion

10:58 – Ntignee to Ligue 2!

17:26 – Who’ll come out on top in CPL playoff race?

23:51 – Which CPL team has best shot at a Champions Cup run?

30:11 – Is a good TFC good for Canadian soccer?

37:23 – TSN’s MLS coverage

41:10 – David stays at Lille: good or bad call?

46:39 – Corbeanu’s odds of a call-up

48:53 – Leon’s future at Man United

51:44 – Could Hoilett move to TFC?

56:06 – How CSA can right the wrongs of past 18 months

1:00:56 – How Canada could look under Biello in October

1:04:38 – Does Canada need a big-name coach?

1:06:14 – What can Canada Soccer learn from Canada Basketball?

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Ben Steiner and Alex Gangue-Ruzic jump into the virtual studio mere hours after John Herdman announced that he will be joining Toronto FC as head coach, leaving Canada Soccer and the men's national team.

The boys answer your questions and ponder what this means for Canada, Toronto FC, and who could possibly take the reigns of the men's national team ahead of a critical time for the program.

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Ben, Peter and Alex gather to discuss the recent report of John Herdman being the frontrunner for the Toronto FC job and what could follow for the men's national team if he leaves.

The guys also discuss the players' statement on the federation's recent (in)activity, the debuts of Sam Adekugbe and Richie Laryea and choose their best XI from Quebec!

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:45 – Herdman the TFC frontrunner: will it happen?

5:08 – Positives for CSA/MNT if Herdman leaves

8:38 – Is Herdman the right hire for TFC?

11:20 – Ideal/realistic scenario for a Herdman replacement

13:14 – Is Canada reaping the benefits of hosting a World Cup?

22:56 – Will the players and federation ever find common ground?

28:01 – Vilsaint’s impact and Choiniere’s future

33:19 – Saliba’s growth this season

37:33 – Thoughts on Laryea’s and Adekugbe’s debuts

45:30 – Why have there been fewer CPL transfers?

49:41 – Possible Canadian Super Cup?

53:54 – Potential destinations for Deanne Rose

55:00 – Picking our Quebec XI and squad

57:30 – Canada Red, White and Black XIs (Europe, CPL, MLS)

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Ben, Peter and Alex are back together in Shaughnessy Ben's backyard to discuss the John Herdman to Toronto FC reports, the possibility of him leaving the men's national team and who could replace him if he accepts the job.

The guys also discuss the latest in the CPL, MLS and our Canadians abroad before selecting their Ontario-born CanMNT XI!

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:02 – Which NFP host would look the least out of place on the pitch with the CanMNT?

6:15 – Avidly awaiting a Robbo return to TFC

10:04 – Herdman linked to TFC… who’d replace him as CanMNT coach?

17:04 – Who’s likelier to leave before the World Cup: Priestman or Herdman?

18:19 – Factors behind the CanMNT not playing September friendlies

19:26 – Potential for fresh faces in October?

21:15 – York, HFX, Ottawa: Who’ll miss the playoffs?

26:09 – Why isn’t Doneil Henry starting for HFX?

29:41 – Nimick linked to MLS, Premier League

31:55 – CPL coaches who are ready for the next step

34:56 – Other CPL teams who could form a women’s team

44:33 – How to attract more fans to CPL games given the CSB deal

49:05 – TFC to clean house ASAP?

52:07 – Will Giovinco actually return to TFC?

54:54 – What to expect from Laryea, Adekugbe

59:34 – Montreal & Vancouver players who deserve a call-up the most

1:05:45 – Milan Borjan club update

1:07:23 – Abzi’s stock on the rise

1:09:23 – Knight-Lebel and de Fougerolles’ potential

1:12:40 – Picking our Ontario-born CanMNT-eligible XI

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Ben, Peter and Alex gather later in the week after Canada Soccer announced an MNT friendly against Japan – the only match they will play between now and November's Nations League qualifiers. What does this mean for the team's future and is this a sign of things to come in the future? The guys answer everything on the matter.

They also dive into your questions about the Vancouver Whitecaps after a busy transfer window, the CPL's craziness in recent weeks and some burning questions for players abroad.

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RUNNING ORDER:

1:50 - Canada only gets 1 friendly

5:20 – Is the golden generation being put in a downward spiral?

9:38 – Will expectations change for Nations League?

15:16 – Will there be more European players called up in October?

18:33 – Why can’t the CSA schedule more friendlies?

23:37 – U-17 World Cup in jeopardy?

25:00 – What to make of Canada’s U-15 campaign

28:20 – Thoughts on Laryea, Adekugbe signings

30:40 – Vanni Sartini’s future

32:37 – Where can Whitecaps realistically finish?

34:50 – CPL’s incredibly tight playoff race

36:23 – Making sense of De Rosario’s THC ban

37:58 – Thoughts on the CPL’s Exceptional Young Talent category

39:31 – CPL players who’ve surprised us the most

44:00 – Why haven’t there been more U-21 loans?

46:18 – Have CPL attacking exports flopped?

49:45 – Can Aparicio make a step up from CPL?

52:18 – How can CPL keep marketing itself?

55:45 – Who could have a Messi-like impact in CPL?

1:00:09 – Will David stay at Lille?

1:03:44 – What happened with Buchanan?

1:06:20 – Can other clubs help women’s soccer expansion?

1:09:50 – Naming a best BC-born XI

1:12:08 – U Sports players to watch ahead of new season

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