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Sam's Army episodes

October 19, 2018 Ep. 19: Interview with Toronto FC/USMNT GK Alex Bono + EPL weekend preview f/t Chelsea vs United
We did it! We survived another international break! As a reward, the soccer gods have blessed us with a glorious weekend of games, but before jumping into the previews we start out with an interview of Toronto FC and USMNT goalkeeper Alex Bono (2:37) about his time playing with Michael Bradley, Jozy Altidore and Sebastian Giovinco, how often playing in MLS gets you laid, what his experience playing for the US national team has been so far, and a battle of wits about whether goalies are in fact the worst. Next up is an exceedingly brief post-mortem of the US/Peru game, including whose stock rose and fell (39:01). Then it is on to the good stuff with a full preview of this week's EPL match-ups, starting with the all-important battle of Jozay's past employer (Chelsea) versus Jozay's future past employer (United), touching on West Ham/Tottenham and Arsenal/Lester, and thoughts on which of the three woefully winless clubs (Huddersfield, Newcastle and Cardiff) has the best shot at a win this matchday. Finally we take a rapid Lap Around the World (1:02:55) highlighting what to watch for in Spain, Germany, Italy and an all-important must-see game the Netherlands (shout out Breda Mafia).

1 hr 8 min
October 16, 2018 Ep. 18: Interview with Ex-USMNT/MLS Star Charlie Davies + Preview of US/Peru Game
We are knee deep in another international break but there is no better way to get and maintain your soccerection than with an in-depth interview with Charlie Davies, the USMNT and MLS standout striker who recently retired after a truly remarkable career. We talk the high highs of getting paid to play soccer in the land of Swedish swimsuit models (9:52) and scoring in the Confederations Cup to the low lows of a horrific, life-altering car crash (24:56) and being diagnosed with cancer (37:42), and what Charlie has learned through it all. Next up is a brief preview of Tuesday's USMNT/Peru friendly (45:42) followed by a rapid rundown of some major storylines to keep your mind sharp, including whether there is any way for United to save its season (1:00:20), who has the inside track for top four between Arsenal and Tottenham, as well as favorites and dark horses to win MLS Cup this season.

1 hr 6 min
October 12, 2018 Ep. 17: Interview with USMNT's Erik Palmer Brown + Breakdown of US/Colombia game
Lots of storylines to talk about from the USMNT's game against Colombia, which we dig into eventually but first Sam sits down with Erik Palmer-Brown to discuss the NAC Breda (on loan from Manchester City) defender's experiences playing in MLS, Portugal, Belgium and the Netherlands — by the age of 21 — what playing for the Bill's Mafia of the Eredivisie is like, thoughts on being called in for next month's camp for the England/Italy games, and who his favorite Barstool personality is (5:31). We then finish up by turning our attention to the USMNT's disappointing-but-by-no-means-disheartening performance (34:13), and acknowledge some deficiencies while spinzone-ing (aka legitimately putting) the performance into proper context.
1 hr 6 min
October 09, 2018 Ep. 16: Interview with USMNT's Antonee Robinson + Recap of a Wild EPL Weekend
Ahead of USMNT games against Colombia and Peru, Sam sits down with Antonee Robinson (01:22) to discuss how the Wigan (on loan from Everton) defender got the nickname Jedi, whether his Liverpool-loving father resents his decision to play for the Toffees, how he came to choose represent America, and who on the US team is the best Fortnite player. Sam and guest host Mikey Fowler then breakdown this weekend's EPL action (21;45), featuring a tepid Liverpool/City fixture that was more than made up for by the insanity of United/Newcastle with Jozay Mourinho's job hanging in the balance, and Sam takes a shot in the dark on trying to figure out what the heck Bournemouth are this season. We then take a quick Lap Around the World (59:01), touching on the recent struggles of both Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, before closing out with previews of Wednesday's USWNT's WCQ versus our arch-nemesis T&T and Thursday's friendly between USMNT and a very strong Colombia squad (01:06:40).
1 hr 25 min
October 05, 2018 Ep. 15; Champions League Review + EPL Preview f/t Liverpool vs City
Quick hitter to get your mind right for the weekend ahead, starting out with a rundown of everything notable from an interesting second matchday of Champions League topped off with a power ranking (17:33) of the top five contenders as things stand right now. Next up is a rapid rundown of what to watch for in the EPL on Saturday and especially Sunday (22:59), with the feature games being a #1 vs #2 match-up between Liverpool and City along with a do-or-die fixture for Dear Leader Jozay as United host Newcastle, topped off with an abbreviated Lap Around the World (38:34).

45 min
October 02, 2018 Ep. 14: USMNT, EPL, Champions League & interview with RBNY eSports Star Mike LaBelle
New USMNT roster is out, we got EPL to discuss and Champions League to preview -- but first we start by sitting down with New York Red Bulls' eSports star Mike LaBelle (aka "Dirty Mike"), who provides an illuminating glimpse at the online gaming universe for laypeople and dishes out useful tips for FIFA 19 experts and n00bs alike looking to hone their skills (1:28). Next we run through the 24 players selected to represent USMNT in next week's friendlies versus Colombia and Peru (42.15), then turn to the results this weekend in EPL (50:55), featuring lessons from Chelsea/Liverpool and West Ham/United, and finally close out with a rapid run through what to watch for in the Champions League this week (1:13:33).

1 hr 25 min
September 28, 2018 Ep. 13: Interim USMNT Coach Dave Sarachan Interview , EPL Preview, Jozay vs Pogba
Guest Hosts Mikey and Zah, Our first-ever interview is with interim USMNT coach Dave Sarachan (1:02) , VAR in the Champions League? (22:00), EPL preview featuring Chelsea vs Liverpool (34:35) , the latest update on the life or death power struggle between Jozay and Pogba (53:00); and Lap Around The World, including what to watch for this weekend in La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga and MLS (1:19:00)
1 hr 35 min
September 25, 2018 Episode 12 Ft. Mikey and Zah (The Gooners) : FIFA Awards, EPL (and World) Weekend Results
Sam's Army Episode 12! Sam is joined by Guest Host's Mikey Podcasts and Zah (The GOONERS). Topics include(1:00) FIFA Best 11, POY and other awards announced, (13:10) Sam, Mikey and Zah go over the EPL results from the weekend ,(45:26) Top 4 Bottom 3 Power Rankings (50:27)before taking a lap around the world's results. Subscribe and Leave a review or a voicemail at (765) 343-9915
1 hr 6 min
September 21, 2018 Ep. 11: Recap of wild first week of Champions League & preview weekend ahead in EPL (and R.O.W.)
Champions League is BACK baby so let Sam and Jimmy ease your brain back into it by breaking down what we learned from Liverpool/PSG and Inter/Tottenham (15:18), what contrasting results say about the two Manchester clubs and how much respect does Paul Pogba deserve at the moment (20:23), some momentary gushing over the continued brilliance of Barcelona and Real Madrid (30:09), capped off with the three key points to Ronaldo's controversial red card and its impact on Juventus (33:27). Next, we turn to the weekend ahead where the EPL slate is highlighted by several compelling match-ups, including West Ham/Chelsea (47:05), Arsenal/Everton (50:10) and Brighton/Tottenham (53:42). Without giving it away, Sam sees a weekend of upsets ahead. Finally, the boys run through what to watch for over the next few days elsewhere in the soccer world (1:04:17), including Germany, Spain, Italy and some HUGE derbies in Holland and Turkey, plus a weekly debate about why VAR in MLS is the best/worst (1:11:32).

1 hr 25 min
September 21, 2018 Ep. 11: Recap of Wild 1st Week of Champions League & Preview the EPL Weekend (and R.O.W.)
Champions League is BACK baby so let Sam and Jimmy ease your brain back into it by breaking down what we learned from Liverpool/PSG and Inter/Tottenham (15:18), what contrasting results say about the two Manchester clubs and how much respect does Paul Pogba deserve at the moment (20:23), some momentary gushing over the continued brilliance of Barcelona and Real Madrid (30:09), capped off with the three key points to Ronaldo's controversial red card and its impact on Juventus (33:27). Next, we turn to the weekend ahead where the EPL slate is highlighted by several compelling match-ups, including West Ham/Chelsea (47:05), Arsenal/Everton (50:10) and Brighton/Tottenham (53:42). Without giving it away, Sam sees a weekend of upsets ahead. Finally, the boys run through what to watch for over the next few days elsewhere in the soccer world (1:04:17), including Germany, Spain, Italy and some HUGE derbies in Holland and Turkey, plus a weekly debate about why VAR in MLS is the best/worst (1:11:32).

1 hr 25 min

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The wild and wonderful world of soccer from an American perspective. Samuel Army and a rotating cast of fans, athletes and athlete fans discuss all the relevant goings-on from both sides of the pond.…