Gab & Juls Show: No Mbappe, No Problem for Real Madrid

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look back at Real Madrid’s 3-0 win over Manchester City and praise Fede Valverde’s remarkable hat trick, whilst asking if Pep Guardiola got it wrong at the Bernabeu? The guys also discuss Chelsea’s 5-2 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain, Antonin Kinsky’s brutal debut for Tottenham & ask if anyone can stop Bayern Munich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Real Madrid's dominant 3-0 victory over Manchester City and question Pep Guardiola's team setup. Plus the guys criticized Chelsea for letting in 2 late goals in their 5-2 loss at PSG. Jurgen Klinsmann also explains why Arsenal were lucky to escape Leverkusen with a draw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Alexander, Ali Krieger, and Jeff Kassouf are joined by Crystal Dunn for the 1st time on Futbol W. First, they get into the USWNT's victory at the SheBelieves Cup and what the takeaways were from the team's dominant Cup run. Then, Ali sits down with Boston Legacy goalkeeper Casey Murphy ahead of the club's inaugural season in the NWSL. Next, the crew discusses what success would look like for the Boston Legacy as an expansion club. It's time to talk fashion when the panel goes over the top kits of the upcoming NWSL season during the Drippin or Trippin segment. Finally, we go through the top 5 goals of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew break down Barcelona's 1-1 draw at Newcastle and criticize the LALIGA side for a poor display overall. Plus, the guys break down Bayern Munich dismantling Atalanta and praise Michael Olise. The guys also react to Spurs keeper Antonin Kinsky's disastrous performance and explain why manager Igor Tudor made the right decision to haul him off after 17 minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to the FA Cup Quarterfinals draw and argue if Manchester City or Liverpool will rest players despite a tough matchup. Plus, the guys give out their predictions for the upcoming UCL Round of 16 and show their brackets for the rest of the tournament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gab Marcotti and Julien Laurens look back at AC Milan’s 1-0 win over Inter Milan and ask whether Inter coach Christian Chivu has been given enough respect this season. The guys also discuss the FA Cup 5th round including Port Vale’s shock win over Sunderland & Arsenal’s nervy win over Mansfield Town.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ESPN FC Crew discuss Lamine Yamal's hot form and preview Barcelona's UCL matchup with Newcastle United. Then, they break down Real Madrid's inconsistent form and preview Real Madrid vs Manchester City in the UCL. Also, predictions on how Arsenal will handle the rest of the season and ask if they can win the quadruple? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew reacts to Lamine Yamal's winner for Barcelona and argue if the winger is currently the best player in the world. Plus, the guys react to Arsenal's FA Cup victory over Mansfield Town and break down why they think the club won't win the quadruple this season. Alex Aljoe also catches up with Rob Mac and Ryan Reynolds after Wrexham's loss to Chelsea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FC crew react to Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo and question if Alvaro Arbeloa's side can win LALIGA this season. Plus, the guys break down Liverpool's FA Cup victory and argue if Arne Slot's side should go for the FA Cup title this season. The crew also look ahead to this week's Champions League Round of 16 ties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Mauricio Pedroza start this episode by reacting to what the USMNT head coach said on the US Soccer Podcast and question whether competition is raising the USMNT's level. Then, they discuss the wider effect Pellegrino Matarazzo will have on coaching now that he is the first American coach to reach a major cup final in Europe’s top 5 leagues. Next, they talk about Antoine Griezmann's cancelled move to Orlando City. Later, they react to the news that Tyler Adams is linked to big Premier League clubs and that Leagues Cup matches will be held in Mexico for the first time. Finally, they run it back! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices