Gab and Juls: Madrid & Dortmund win semifinal thrillers

The FC crew react to Alexis Nunes' exclusive interview with Erik ten Hag and question if Manchester United are truly headed in the right direction like the Dutch manager says. Plus, Jan Aage Fjortoft joins the show to react to Curtis Jones' comments on life under Arne Slot and the guys break down why Carlo Ancelotti isn't worried about Real Madrid's starting XI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the Paris Games officially underway, three-time Olympic gold medalist Heather O'Reilly - a.k.a. HAO! - joins Laughter Permitted to talk all things Olympics, including winning gold with Julie at the 2004 Athens Games. Heather and Julie have a lively discussion about Team Canada's use of a drone to spy on opponents - yikes! - and then they dive into analysis of the USWNT's 3-0 win over Zambia. Plus, find out what Heather is manifesting these Olympics. Producer's Note: This episode was recorded before news broke of Canada women's national soccer team head coach Bev Priestman being removed from the Canadian Olympic team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Futbol Americas crew react to the USWNT's win over Zambia to open the Olympics and look ahead to their matchup with Germany on Sunday. Then, the team discusses the Canadian Women's Team being caught flying drones and the fallout from the scandal. Plus, a look at CONCACAF Men's Player of the Year nominees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FC crew recap Chelsea's 2-2 draw with Wrexham and question how much the Blues should be playing out from the back under new manager Enzo Maresca. Plus, Ali Krieger joins the show to break down the USWNT dominant 3-0 victory over Zambia and explain how the big win will motivate the squad for the rest of the Olympics. Frank Leboeuf also reacts to James Olley's exclusive interview with Chelsea captain Reece James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FC crew are joined by Liverpool legend Ian Rush to break down all his antics with Steve Nicol back in the day and explain why he's optimistic about Liverpool's first season under Arne Slot. Plus, Julien Laurens and Fernando Palomo join the show to recap Morocco's victory over Argentina amid fan pitch invasion chaos to open the 2024 Olympics. James Olley also helps recap his sit down interview with new Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seb & Ali host the 1st ever Futbol W show and hop right into Emma Hayes and the USWNT's preparations for the Olympics, can Alex Morgan's presence be replaced? Plus, Ali sits down with former teammate & friend Sydney Leroux for an in-depth conversation about Leroux's career and how the woman's game has grown. Also, the crew discusses the Summer Cup matches between NWSL & Liga MX Femenil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FC Crew react to Mikel Arteta claiming that his squad has multiple positions that they can improve on in the transfer window. Then, they discuss the Manchester City squad, which Pep Guardiola thinks is strong enough for the upcoming season. Plus, they break down the latest summer transfer rumors including Conor Gallagher and Artem Dovbyk to Atlético Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 383 of Futbol Americas, the guys talk USNMT head coaching candidates. Julien Laurens joins to discuss if Patrick Vieira or Thierry Henry could be a good fit for the job. The fellas welcome Mauricio Pedroza and chat about Rafa Marquez's new role with the Mexican National Team. Plus, Lionel Messi injury updates, Cavan Sullivan's MLS debut as a 14 year old, and USA soccer's chances at the Olympics! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FC crew reacts to reports of Ederson being linked to Saudi Arabia and discuss if there would be a big drop off from Ederson to Stefan Ortega. Then, the guys discuss Erik ten Hag's comments on Jadon Sancho and if he will be in Manchester next season. Plus, the panel reflects on their debuts as Endrick is set to be unveiled at Real Madrid on Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The FC crew discuss Arsenal closing in on a deal for Bologna & Italian rising star Riccardo Calafiori, Gab Marcotti joins the show to talk about how this addition can improve Arsenal's chances to win the Premier League this upcoming season. Frank Leboeuf chimes in on Alphonso Davies' future with Bayern Munich as Real Madrid wait in the shadows to see how this saga unfolds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices