This episode we react to the first "El Clasico" of the season. We discuss our thoughts on how Madrid and Barcelona perform and what this game means for the each teams future. We take a look at La Liga table as well looking at the surprises so far. 

(19:37) We discuss the Racist metaphor regarding Ansu Fati used by a Spanish Journalist in his article after Barcelona's Champions League win. Examining how often Football pundit's language is coded with elements of prejudice and racism. 

(24:48) We react to the Merseyside Derby between Liverpool and Everton. Discussing the controversy regarding Pickford's tackle and the VAR offside decision overturning the goal. 

(28:48) The Merseyside Derby discussion lead into a debate regarding VAR its purpose and whether or not it should be just removed from the game. 

This week we are back and giving our first impressions on the start of the 2020/2021 season. We predict how the top 4 will finish in La Liga (01:14), the Premier League (25:21), and Seria A (40:22) and give our thoughts on how each of the leagues have restarted. As always, we share what songs we have been listening to this week (13:20). We end with a preview of what we think are the most interesting groups in the Champions League group stages (47:35). 

Songs of the Week:

Gracias- Ozuna

Compensating- Amine ft Young Thug

Enchule- Rauw Alejandro

Kili- Chucky73 ft FettiO31

Songs of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0iWrayM6tICrANIrnmmwlO?si=JW5iroFRTMSKF3Q9i6ByiQ

In this Episode, we sit down with Coach Lance Van Winter to talk about his 30+ years of experience as a Youth soccer coach. He shares his upbringing in the sport and how he got started as a coach. Moreover, we touch on the growth of soccer in the U.S and take a stab at some crucial questions: Is Soccer in the US, business first and development second? Can anyone have access to Soccer in the US? if not, what steps do we take to make it more accessible, especially in minority communities?

In this Episode, we sit down with Coach Lance Van Winter to talk about his 30+ years of experience as a Youth soccer coach. He shares his upbringing in the sport and how he got started as a coach. Moreover, we touch on the growth of soccer in the U.S and take a stab at some crucial questions: Is Soccer in the US, business first and development second? Can anyone have access to Soccer in the US? if not, what steps do we take to make it more accessible, especially in minority communities? #ussoccer

We discuss our top 5 Bad Bunny Songs and how we came up with our lists. 

Spotify Playlist with Tracks: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6Uu3wBpstFSsuvXI946cnp?si=PdYvBK-BRhKxXtLvwWIhzg 

Rafa's List: 

1. Estamos Bien

2. Tu No Metes Cabra 

3. Pero Ya No 

4. La Romana ft El Alfa 

5. Safaera ft Jowell & Randy, Ñengo Flow  

John's List: 

1. Callaita 

2. Estamos Bien

 3. Soy Peor 

4. Diles ft Ozuna, Farruko, Arcangel, Ñengo Flow 

5. I Like it ft Cardi B, J Balvin

This week, we recap the Champions League restart. Starting off discussing the disappointing game between Man City and Real Madrid (01:37). From the disappointing performance from Madrid the lack of energy (03:44) to Hazard's disappointing performance (4:48). We also discuss Man City's shaky play as well (05:22) including their lack of finishing (6:50).   Barcelona defeating Napoli and moving on to the Quarterfinals (10:30). Do Messi still rely too much on Messi (10:48). Improved play from Raktic and De Jong (16:33). Napoli's lack of quality in the final third (21:35).   We look forward to Barcelona's match up against Bayern (22:20). We discuss Bayern as the competitions current favorites (23:48).   We discuss Juventus disappointing showing and failure to get pass Lyon (28:08).

We finish the episode with an important conversation regarding the dark past and present of Racism in the Soccer/Football world exploring the ways it manifests across the sport including Fan Abuse towards players (00:01:13). The implementation of the FIFA three step protocol for Racial fan abuse in Rayo Vallecano vs. Albacete (00:04:01). The lack of diversity in coaches across football (00:06:11). We discuss the Elite and White nature of the US Soccer System (00:09:34) and the difficulty of obtaining coaching licenses (00:10:41).  We end on a discussion of how football has the power to be an international force for change due to its global power and reach (00:20:14) and also be a force for change at a local level through club/team community ties (00:24:22). We further discuss the difficulties faced by Footballers when speaking up about racial injustice (00:33:10).

On this episode we recap La Liga season, discussing Real Madrid's title and the top players around the league and the biggest surprises this season. (00:02:43).   We move on our Songs of the week and discuss the music we have been listening to lately(00:23:43).  (00:23:40): Mimosas (Remix) - Latenightjiggy Ft. Lyanno  & Mora  (00:28:25): Enjoy Yourself - Pop Somke Ft. Burna Boy (00:30:18) Tiempo Pa Olvidar - Abraham Mateo Ft Becky G  (00:33:17) No Me Afecta- Yomil y el Dany.  We follow up with a discussion on the Balon de Oro cancellation (00:34:45) and preview some of the upcoming Champion's League (00:40:58).

Songs of the Week Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0iWrayM6tICrANIrnmmwlO?si=3LioJdQ_R96Caa4GYhPodA