Soccer 2 the MAX

Soccer 2 the MAX

By Sean Garmer & Erik WatkinsSportsSoccerFootball
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Soccer 2 the MAX episodes

  • S2M: World Cup Day 9,10,11: Close Calls & Spectacular Performances
    On this World Cup edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss three days worth of action, as the second round of group games come to a close.

    Who's in a better position Brazil or Germany after their close calls with stoppage time miracles. CONCACAF sees two of their teams eliminated, while Mexico will most likely top their group. What does it say about the confederation as a whole?

    North African teams are officially eliminated. So it is all down to Nigeria and Senegal to keep the dream alive. But could Nigeria have kept it alive for Lionel Messi and company to take the second spot? And who gets out of Group H after Colombia's goal filled against Poland.

    Finally, who had the better showing England or Belgium? And does it really matter where they end up? Or should England try to come out topping the whole thing? Plus, birthday shenanigans for Erik, and much more.
    1 hr 9 min
  • S2M: World Cup Day 8: Peru Eliminated, Croatia Blows Out Argentina
    On this World Cup edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael McKriger are a bit somber about the elimination of Peru thanks to their loss to France. Even though perhaps the country of Argentina is feeling even worse after the drubbing they received at the hands of Croatia.

    How did Croatia control the game? Should we question Lionel Messi's care for the squad? And could Croatia make a deep run after what they showed. Also, who looked better Denmark or France? All this and more.
    34 min
  • S2M: 2018 World Cup Day 7: Everything Goes 1-0
    On this World Cup edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins discuss three games that ended with the same scoreline. Plus, Uruguay and Russia have already claimed their places in the knockout phase. But who's set to join them from Group B?

    Can Portugal really just be all Ronaldo? Will it be Spain or Iran making it further? Are we worried about Uruguay after two games? This is all discussed on this edition.
    39 min
  • S2M: 2018 World Cup Day 6: Russia Shows-Off Again
    On this World Cup episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael McKriger are in celebration mode once again because Russia pulled off another fantastic performance, as they have one foot in the qualification door. The crew discusses who stepped up for them this time and what to expect against Uruguay.

    They also discuss the first sending off of the tournament in the Colombia vs. Japan contest. And also how a crazy situation probably helped Senegal get the upset against Portugal.

    They also discuss what teams have impressed and what teams have disappointed after the first round of games.
    35 min
  • S2M: World Cup Day 3, 4, 5: Mexico Big Upset, VAR Makes It's Presence Felt
    On this special World Cup edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael McKriger discuss the action from Day 3, 4, and 5 of the 2018 World Cup.

    They begin by celebrating in song over Mexico's big win over Germany on Father's Day. While also going over what happened in the other games to. Who's looked good, who has not, and how VAR went from nothing to a big deal in a matter of three days. Should we be worried about France, Germany, Argentina and Brazil? Or are things just a bit more even when it comes to international tournaments? Lots to talk about here.
    1 hr 5 min
  • S2M: World Cup Day 2: Spain and Portugal Put on a Show
    On this World Cup edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael McKriger are joined by Last Word on Soccer's Matt Pollard to discuss all the Day 2 action.

    The crew go over the decision not to play Mohamed Salah against Uruguay. Should he have at least come on as a substitute? Or did the Egypt manager do the right thing and sit him? Is there any worry about Uruguay at all?

    The quadret quickly go over Iran and Morocco. So that they can get to the main event of Spain and Portugal. They discuss Ronaldo's hat trick, what it means for him, and for the squad going forward. Then, things turn towards Spain, Diego Costa, and their chances too.

    A lot is covered on this one for sure.
    42 min
  • S2M: World Cup Day 1: Russia Blows Out Saudi Arabia 5-0
    On the first World Cup daily episode, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael McKriger celebrate with our "Resident Russian" as she is joyous over Russia's 5-0 victory against Saudi Arabia.

    Is this more than just getting the result you needed? Are Saudi Arabia just that bad? And is there something there with how mixed the goals were for Russia? Oh yes, there's highlights for some of the goals too. Plus, they talk about the best player, and more.

    The crew also look ahead to Day 2's games, what to watch for, and discuss the news of Spain's manager firing too.
    39 min
  • Soccer 2 the MAX: World Cup 2018 Predictions Show
    On this final prelude to the FIFA World Cup 2018 of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins, and Rachael McKriger give their predictions for all of the group winners, second place finishers, and they give their knockout round brackets, including who they have winning it all at the end. Prepare for some interesting decisions to say the least.
    1 hr 15 min

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A Podcast about the world's game from an American perspective. Each episode includes headlines, topics, and discussions that can be about anything that happened that week in Soccer, Futbol, or…