The KickAround

By The KickAround PodcastSports Soccer

The KickAround episodes

March 29 KickAround #437 - "No, They're Not Playing Chechnya, In Chechnya"
March 28, 2026 - Andy, Lars & Peter had a lot of soccer ground to cover with the FIFA World Cup Playoff games ramping up the "it's almost here" vibes. Plus a preview of USMNT game vs Belgium and how prophetic Andy and Jeff Carlisle turned out to be. Also Dallas Cup is here, and yet another new pro soccer team hits DFW.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 33 min
March 22 KickAround #436 - "FIFA Can Do Whatever It Wants"
March 21, 2026 - Andy & Peter dial up Lars, live, to formally annouce the KickAround's programming plan for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, a preview of both the UEFA and FIFA playoff games starting this week to decide the final 6 World Cup teams. Lars reflects on Bodo's great UCL run, a preview of that tourny's quarterfinals, the day in the Prem, and USMNT call-up observations.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 33 min
March 15 KickAround #435 - 16 Years 73 Days
March 14. 2026 - Andy and Peter watch as Arsenal lean on The Kid to scrape out a win over Everton, and hear from Lars, who sent in his "State of Spurs" statement. Plus, World Cup Nerd, and Jeff Carlisle from ESPN checks in to catch us up on the USMNT.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 37 min
March 08 KickAround #434 - "You're Punching Down, Andy"
March 7, 2026 - Andy and Peter are out on the road, recapping Chelsea's entertaining FA Cup win at the Racecourse Grounds and discussing the Premier League drama that took place earlier in the week. Also, World Cup teams are choosing base camps. What exactly happened with DFW being a big pull?
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 24 min
March 01 The KickAround #433 - "I'm Very White"
February 28, 2026 - Andy and Peter return to dig into the need to address global political developments of the day and the past week, and how they may impact the World Cup, and how historically similar events have played out. Plus, the weekend in the Premier League and Lamine Yamal is pretty good at soccer.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 33 min
February 15 KickAround #432 - "So Many Igors!"
February 14, 2026 - Peter and Andy (on his BDay!) gather to discuss the day's FA Cup action and the one big CUPset. Plus Lars checks in w/ his perspective on all the drama going on with Spurs. Plus World Cup Nerd, that LIVMCI incident, and more.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 18 min
February 08 KickAround #431 - "Everybody's Hero"
Feb 7, 2026: Andy and Peter dive into the world of soccer, discussing the latest Premier League action and World Cup news. They break down the day's games, including Arsenal's win over Sunderland and Newcastle's thrilling match against Brentford. The guys also touch on the US men's national team's injury concerns, including Christian Pulisic's potential return and Tyler Adams' recovery. Plus, they chat with Buzz Carrick about FC Dallas' preseason game and the team's upcoming season.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 23 min
February 01 KickAround #430 - "American Soccer's Third Rail"
January 31, 2026- Peter and Andy dive into the world of soccer, discussing the latest news and updates from the Premier League and Champions League. They break down the drama-filled week, including Wrexham's impressive win and the USL's plans for a new Premier League. They also touch on the US men's national team, discussing the recent comments from coach Pochettino and the implications of the team's upcoming World Cup. With their signature blend of humor and insight, Peter and Andy tackle the biggest stories in the soccer world. (can you tell AI wrote this?)
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 25 min
January 25 KickAround #429 - Saturday Night Sauna by the Sea
January 24, 2026 - Peter and Andy, forced by the winter storm to do the show from their respective homes, are joined by (and giggled at) by Lars Sivertsen to discuss The Cherries big dramatic win over Liverpool, Spurs dropping more points and the final week of the Champions League group stage. Plus World Cup Nerd!
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 25 min
January 18 KickAround #428 - "Dr Tottenham Can Help!"
Jan 17, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton are joined by Lars Sivertsen to discuss the unexpected outcome of the Manchester Derby, Spurs losing again, and Liverpool's unexpected draw at home. Plus World Cup stuff, the Dallas effect on the USMNT and "Man vs Fat".
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1 hr 34 min

About The KickAround

From the publisher's feed

The KickAround is simply about talking soccer and all that implies. Andy & Peter bring the Dallas area perspective of the game, but in a way familiar to The Ticket. The show gives sanctuary to the…