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The FC crew continue to react to Real Madrid's loss to Lille and question if Kylian Mbappe's lack of defensive effort is holding back the Champions League holders. Plus, Kieran Gibbs joins the show to break down Arsenal's set piece dominance and explain why he thinks Manchester United will upset Aston Villa on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In episode 404 of Futbol Americas, Seb & Herc dive into Mauricio Pochettino announcing the USMNT roster for the upcoming international window including a call-up of goalkeeper Zack Steffen. Then, Seb is joined by ESPN's Barak Fever to discuss the Mexican national team's roster for the international window with the likes of Memo Ochoa and Germán Berterame being called up. Plus, USL's Nick Markanich joins the show to talk about joining CD Castellon in LALIGA 2 and his journey through the USL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Manchester United's 3-3 draw in Porto and question why Erik ten Hag subbed off Marcus Rashford at halftime despite a strong start to the game. Jan Aage Fjortoft also joins the show to argue if the Dutch manager needs a win on Sunday at Aston Villa to save his job with the Red Devils. Julien Laurens also helps react to an old clip of Luis Enrique demanding more defensive actions from Kylian Mbappe at PSG. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Arsenal's 2-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League and ask how the Gunners are so consistent from set pieces. The guys also discuss Real Madrid's 1-0 defeat against Lille, Aston Villa's remarkable win over Bayern Munich & pay respect to Andres Iniesta after he announced his retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew are joined by Jürgen Klinsmann to break down Aston Villa's 1-0 win over Bayern Munich and discuss what changes Vincent Kompany can make to improve his squad. Then, the guys turn to Lille's 1-0 win over Real Madrid and where that leaves Carlo Ancelotti's side. Plus, a look at Liverpool's 2-0 win over Bologna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Seb & Ali are joined by Washington Spirit coach & former Barcelona Femini coach Jonatan Giraldez for an exclusive interview & discuss the highly anticipated match between the Spirit & Orlando Pride. Plus, legend Christine Sinclair announces she will retire from professional soccer after the end of the NWSL season. Also, it's almost NWSL playoff time, who's making the cut & who's missing out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Arsenal's 2-0 victory over PSG and praise Mikel Arteta's side for another set piece goal. Plus, the guys question why Bruno Fernandes' red card vs Tottenham was overturned so quickly. The guys also break down dominant displays from Man City, Inter, Borussia Dortmund & Barcelona. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In episode 403 of Futbol Americas, Herc dives into his USMNT striker depth chart to determine who Mauricio Pochettino should add to his squad. Then, Seb and Herc are joined by ESPN's Lizzy Becherano to discuss the 2026 World Cup trying to incorporate a Super Bowl-like halftime performance and Lionel Messi's form with Inter Miami since his return from injury. Plus, reaction to Raul Jimenez reaching a milestone in the Premier League and what it means for the Mexican striker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew continue to react to Manchester United's 3-0 loss to Tottenham as Mark Ogden explains why the club is hesitant to move on from Erik ten Hag after such a poor start to the season. Plus, Nedum Onuoha explains why he's surprised that Cole Palmer is this good this soon in his career. Mario Melchiot also breaks down why he's not too concerned with Chelsea's errors due to playing out from the back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens discuss Atletico Madrid’s 1-1 draw with fierce rivals Real Madrid after the game was halted due to Atletico Madrid Ultras throwing objects onto the pitch. The guys also discuss Cole Palmer’s four-goal haul against Brighton, Erik ten Hag’s future & pay homage to Antonie Griezmann’s France career after he announced his international retirement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices