The Call Up

The Call Up welcomes Orlando City forward Tesho Akindele back to the pod. Fresh off his game winning goal, Tesho explains why he's able to show up in big moments, saying "pressure is a privilege". He discusses his relationship with head coach Oscar Pareja and what it would mean for OCSC to win their first trophy in the US Open Cup. Plus - his advice to young players planning for the future.

Fresh off his signing with FC Cincinnati, Matt Miazga joins the pod. He discusses his return to the U.S. and MLS (he still calls it football, lol), and how he and the league have evolved since his time with the New York Red Bulls. Matt also shares his hopes for the USMNT and reveals what that first meeting with José Mourinho was really like.

It's All-Star Week and we are HYPED! Join Susannah Collins and Jillian Sakovits as they chat with your 2022 MLS All-Stars LIVE from Minnesota.

MNUFC President Shari Ballard joins the show. In 2021, Ballard joined the few but growing number of female MLS club presidents. After 25 years at the highest ranks of Best Buy, she says the club "feeds her soul." Listen to her fascinating story & get set for the 2022 All-Star Game Presented by Target in Minnesota!

Vancouver Whitecaps head coach Vanni Sartini joins the ladies ahead of the Canadian Championship Final. How he made his way to Vancouver, his preferred pizza toppings, and a special cameo from Frida the Cat.

Fresh off being named to his first MLS All-Star Roster, Paul Arriola joins the pod! He discusses the epic way in which he found out about his All-Star selection (spoiler: his dog was involved), his connection with teammate Jesús Ferreira, and why FC Dallas feels like home. Plus, a super fun edition of USMNT Superlatives!

Anton Tinnerholm makes his triumphant return to the field after his October achilles injury. After missing MLS Cup, the right back is eager for NYCFC to repeat. He discusses Ronny Deila's departure and Taty Castellanos' desire to go to Europe. Plus - if NYCFC repeats, will Nick Cushing follow suit and do a Deila-level celebration? Tune in to find out!

MLS mainstay and style ICON Kelyn Rowe drops by with what has now become the infamous jacket. Post CCL championship celebrations, all the wine chat you could ever imagine, and how Macklemore helped make his CCL celebrations iconic. You won't want to miss this one!

The Philadelphia Union midfielder is fresh off international duty after his native Hungary shocked the world, beating England 4-0 to now lead their group in UEFA Nations League (which includes Germany & Italy). Gazdag is also having a standout season with the Union and is determined to have another MLS Cup run. We get a tattoo guarantee you only find here!