Touchline Takes

By Cameron Reed and Karl Capen

Welcome to Touchline Takes! The brainchild of two good friends, Cameron and Karl, where they discuss their love of soccer worldwide and the domestic scene in the USA.

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How many episodes does Touchline Takes have?

The podcast currently has 65 episodes available.

Touchline Takes episodes:

July 28, 2021 Episode 24: Chatting all things soccer kits and more with Golaço Kits
What is more stylish than Touchline Takes in soccer kits? How about Touchline Takes x Golaço Kits TOGETHER with soccer kits?
It’s a collaboration of a lifetime, bringing it to you exclusively here.
We chat about:
• The Golaço Kit humble beginnings, including what their original idea was
• Starting a business during the COVID Pandemic
• Their own favorite kits that is part of the collection
And so, so much more!
Also be sure to check out Golaço Kits website and on Instagram.
You can find them at https://golacokits.com/
If you are in the Miami area, you can also make an appointment at their store where they have THOUSANDS of kits on display.
And as always be sure to follow Touchline Takes on all platforms including Twitter and Instagram for the latest news.
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54min
June 25, 2021Episode 23: Exclusive interview with El Paso Locomotives' GM Andrew Forrest
This is the one you all have been waiting for...
Touchline Takes chats all things USL and soccer here in the U.S. with the General Manager of the El Paso Locomotives, Andrew Forrest.
We discuss:
Andrew's journey to where he is now

El Paso's growing success in the USL and community

Partnership with FC Juárez in Liga MX

The new USL W League... and El Paso's plans in the future

His thoughts on the MLS' new D3 League

And so much more!
Follow all things USL, NISA and other lower-league with Touchline Takes on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Be sure to follow El Paso Locomotives and all fun things happening there as well!
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44min
June 25, 2021Episode 22: Lower-league shenanigans, more details on MLS D3 League and Euros baby
There is never a dull moment in lower-league soccer here in the U.S.
The excitement is overwhelming with all that is happening and we are excited to bring it to you once again.
We discuss:
A new and familiar face becomes part of the ownership with the Rochester Rhinos

More clarity on the MLS' desires for a D3 league

USL and NISA mishaps with the Oakland Roots and LA Force not having great weeks...

The craziness around the Euros
As always, follow us on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube to get all the great and exclusive content you need.
If you love this podcast (or maybe even just partially like us) be sure to hit subscribe!
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1h 7min
June 04, 2021Episode 21: MLS' new third tier league?!?!??
WHAT?! You've got to be kidding us MLS.
Rumors are circulating that the MLS is looking to create a third tier league in the United States, and the implications of this could be devastating to some of the lower-leagues already established in the professional system.
We discuss:
How this could effect the USL, NISA and beyond

The scenarios that could happen to make sure the lower-leagues survive

And why we've had just about enough of these things trying to happen
Subscribe and listen and make sure you don't miss some more big content in the coming weeks.
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1h 5min
May 28, 2021Episode 20: Chatting Canadian soccer with Oliver Platt
Join us for an interview with Oliver Platt, an analyst at OneSoccer and one of the top experts on all things Canadian Soccer.
We discuss:
Oli's history with the sport and progression towards broadcasting

Canadian Premier League (first impressions, Covid struggles/success, expansion)

The future of the lower leagues in Canada -Canadian men's national team prospects

Canadian's and club success in Europe

Catch Oli on the OneSoccer app or Youtube channel and be sure to follow him on twitter for the latest Canadian soccer news: @plattoli
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35min
May 21, 2021Episode 19: Euro end of season review (the boys eat some humble pie)
Wowie another European season is somehow miraculously in the books, today we talk about:
The remaining title races

Surprising league winners

Some of the unsung heroes this season

We will be getting back into USL / NISA / MLS content heavy in the following episodes.... stay tuned for some big pods!
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50min
May 08, 2021Episode 18: RIP European Super League, Early MLS / USL thoughts, Fan power?
Welcome back football fans this week we:
Discuss the fall of the European Super League

Explore the power of the fan in the modern game

Recap how the early season of the USL / MLS is looking so far

Queensborough USL stadium plans

A surprise success story of an American coach in the Bundesliga.... that isn't Jesse Marsch
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1h 4min
April 20, 2021 Episode 17: THE EUROPEAN SUPER LEAGUE (WE AIN'T HAPPY)
The European Super League was announced on 4/18/2020, the league is to be a closed doors league consisting of 15 permanent members and has taken the footballing world to a very dark place. We break down what we know so far, and what we believe the implications could be for the sport as a whole.

As always feel free to reach out to us on Twitter (@touchlinetakes) / Instagram @touchline_takes
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55min
April 11, 2021Episode 16: Touchline Takes is Vaccinated!
We are back and our immune systems are revved up and ready to go!
This week we:
Discuss the 2021 MLS Kits

Karl's big move to Cleveland

Potential changes in FIFA's transfer rules and the..... implications

Recap where things stand in the top 5 European leagues

Get some hype going for the new USL / MLS seasons!
As always, feel free to reach out to us @touchlinetakes on twitter, we'd love to hear from you!
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1h 1min
February 17, 2021Episode 15: United Women's Soccer League X NISA, Club world cup, and romantic views on soccer
Hello TT fam!
We are back again for a little (late) valentines podcast, and our listeners are of course our #1 valentine this year.
What can you expect with today's pod:
Copa libertadores / Club world cup talk (what's up with Palmeiras?)

Diving into the UWS X Nisa partnership, what it could mean for both leagues.

Champions league is back!

Discussing the form of our respective favorite clubs (Spurs and Liverpool)

Thanks for listening, and as always feel free to reach out on twitter @touchlinetakes
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1h 1min

FAQs about Touchline Takes:

How many episodes does Touchline Takes have?

The podcast currently has 65 episodes available.