House of Champions: A CBS Soccer Podcast

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Costa Rica edge New Zealand to claim final World Cup spot | FIFA Intercontinental Playoff Final Recap & Analysis (Soccer 6/14) Jun 14, 2022

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Joel Campbell's early goal was enough for Los Ticos to punch their ticket to the 2022 World Cup as New Zealand, despite a valiant effort, fell short at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium. Luis Miguel Echegaray, Jonathan Johnson and Michael Lahoud tie a bow on the FIFA Intercontinental Playoffs and look ahead to the main event in Qatar.

(02:11) -- Costa Rica complete the CONCACAF set

(07:34) -- Chris Wood's disallowed goal

(10:55) -- Rating Los Ticos' chances in Group E

(22:32) -- Not a vintage year for Bordeaux

(27:32) -- World Cup Power Rankings

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Fabrizio Romano: Chelsea leading the race for Slonina, Pique's Barcelona ultimatum, more! | Transfer News & Notes (Soccer 6/14) Jun 14, 2022

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With the summer transfer window in full swing, Fabrizio Romano joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to separate the facts from the fiction. Is Zidane Zinedine a shoo-in to take charge of PSG? Which European giant will land the services of Gabriel Slonina? Is Gerard Pique surplus to requirements at Barcelona? What signings are Arsenal working on? Fabrizio answers all those questions and more!

(02:36) -- Replacing Pochettino in Paris

(05:55) -- Tchouameni done deal

(07:44) -- USMNT corner: Gaga Slonina, Sergino Dest, Tyler Adams

(11:45) -- Pique told to focus amid Barcelona financial strife

(17:40) -- Arsenal's No. 9 and midfielder search

(19:50) -- Tottenham in pursuit of Bissouma

(22:42) -- Liverpool land Nuñez, who next?

(25:50) -- West Ham not budging on Rice price

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Australia STUN Peru to clinch World Cup berth | FIFA Intercontinental Playoff Final Recap & Analysis (Soccer 6/13) Jun 13, 2022

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Luis Miguel Echegaray was supposed to celebrate his birthday with the gift of World Cup qualification, however, his beloved Peru were unable to get over the final hurdle in Monday's Intercontinental Playoff Final against the Socceroos, who will now face France, Denmark and Tunisia in Group D. Michael Lahoud and Jimmy Conrad unpack the drama from a tense game at the Al Rayyan Stadium, look ahead to Tuesday's clash between Costa Rica and New Zealand, and share their thoughts on the decision to introduce 5 substitutes and 26-man rosters for every top-level competition moving forward.

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World Cup qualifiers: Australia vs. Peru, Costa Rica vs. New Zealand | FIFA Intercontinental Playoffs Preview & Predictions (Soccer 6/10) Jun 10, 2022

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The qualification process for the 2022 World Cup draws to a close next week as four teams meet in Qatar to battle it out for the last two remaining group stage spots. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Michael Lahoud analyze Australia, Peru, Costa Rica and New Zealand's strengths and weaknesses as each nation looks to stamp its ticket to the main event. Plus, the guys react to FIFA's ruling on the Byron Castillo investigation.

(02:25) -- FIFA rules in Ecuador's favor

(08:35) -- Peru favored vs. Australia

(24:59) -- All Whites unfancied against aging Ticos

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How far can Africa's five teams go at the FIFA World Cup? (Soccer 6/9) Jun 09, 2022

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After a grueling qualification campaign, Senegal, Morocco, Cameroon, Tunisia and Ghana will fly the flag for the continent of Africa at the 2022 World Cup. Luis Miguel Echegaray and Michael Lahoud are joined by Maher Mezahi to discuss each of the five teams' chances.

(2:25) -- How to improve CAF's qualification process

(6:40) -- Senegal's Pot 3 disrespect

(10:35) -- Morocco's player problems

(18:20) -- Tunisia's lack of fire power

(21:40) -- Cameroon, indomitable again?

(25:55) -- Is it too soon for Ghana?

(30:500 -- World Cup predictions

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Four experts talk England, USMNT, Iran & Wales | FIFA World Cup Group B Preview & Predictions (Soccer 6/7) Jun 07, 2022

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Wales face a tough task ahead of their first World Cup appearance in 64 years with England, USA and Iran all looking to rain on Team Cymru's parade. Luis Miguel Echegaray welcomes in former USMNT defender Heath Pearce, Arya Allahverdi of the Gol Bezan podcast and Welsh journalist Iolo Cheung to discuss each of their national team's chances in Qatar.

(03:55) -- Wales are back, Gareth Bale's influence

(11:18) -- Iran's pre-tournament frustrations

(21:02) Youthful USA, Angry Pulisic, midfield limitations

(33:09) -- Is Southgate holding England back?

(41:38) -- Group B predictions

Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Fabrizio Romano: Newcastle will sign 5 or 6 players this summer | Latest Transfer News & Fan Q&A (Soccer 6/6) Jun 06, 2022

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Fabrizio Romano answers fan questions and discusses the latest transfer stories from across Europe's top leagues, including Newcastle United's summer plans and Liverpool's purported interest in Christian Pulisic.

(01:30) -- Milner extends, Mané wants out

(04:28) -- Liverpool not in talks for Pulisic

(06:16) -- Newcastle's transfer targets

(10:09) -- Bale taking his time to decide next steps

(13:00) -- Juve & Barça fight over Di Maria

(14:55) -- Dybala, Pogba, De Ligt

(18:11) -- Tchouameni update

(18:47) -- Matic is done deal, more to come at Roma

Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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USMNT draw Uruguay, will face Wales in World Cup opener | Full Recap & Analysis - In Soccer We Trust podcast (6/5) Jun 06, 2022

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It ended goalless in Kansas as the United States men's national team drew a talented Uruguay side, 0-0, in the final tune-up game ahead of the CONCACAF Nations League. Jimmy Conrad, Heath Pearce and Charlie Davies dissect Gregg Berhalter's lineup, debate the No. 9 spot and react to Wales beating Ukraine to clinch the last spot in Group B. Plus, Canada’s national men’s soccer team takes action over compensation dispute.

(02:01) -- Rating the USMNT lineup

(09:20) -- Jesus highlights No. 9 issues

(17:55) -- Who hurt their stock against Uruguay?

(33:50) -- Wales beat Ukraine to reach Group B

(44:44) -- Canada goes on strike over pay

Download and follow the In Soccer We Trust podcast, from CBS Sports, for comprehensive coverage of U.S. Soccer featuring former USMNT players and friends of Que Golazo, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Heath Pearce! You can find In Soccer We Trust on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found.

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Wales vs. Ukraine: Who will make it to Group B? | World Cup Playoff Final Preview & Predictions (Soccer 6/4) Jun 03, 2022

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In one corner a Wales team looking to end a nation's 64-year absence from the World Cup. In the other corner, a Ukraine side that has captured the world's hearts amid the atrocities of a brutal war. Luis Miguel Echegaray, Michael Lahoud and British Ukrainian journalist Andrew Todos to look ahead to Sunday's high-stakes clash at the Cardiff City Stadium.

(02:10) -- Does soccer matter to Ukrainians?

(11:19) -- What we learned about Ukraine at Hampden

(16:32) -- Is this Gareth Bale's biggest ever game?

(21:45) -- Predictions

(24:30) -- How would each team would fare in Group B?

Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Frenkie is NOT convinced by Manchester United | Fabrizio Romano on Barcelona's transfer plans (Soccer 6/2) Jun 02, 2022

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Barcelona have been linked with the likes of Robert Lewandowski and Franck Kessié this summer, but La Liga's strict financial rules make signing any new players extremely complicated. Meanwhile, the club is considering offers for Frenkie de Jong and a few other key members of Xavi's squad. Fabrizio Romano joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the Catalan giants' plans and priorities ahead of a challenging summer transfer window.

(02:12) -- Signing Lewandowski is complicated

(06:55) -- De Jong wants to stay

(11:17) -- Dest & Dembele's futures

(15:45) -- Are Memphis & Aubameyang for sale?

(17:21) -- Leeds know how special Raphinha is

(21:17) -- Real Madrid complete Rudiger deal

(22:30) -- Is Gaga Slonina La Liga-bound?

(24:08) -- Busy summer ahead for Arsenal

Qué Golazo' is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Castbox and wherever else you listen to podcasts.

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Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @MikeLahoud, @JimmyConrad, @FabrizioRomano,@Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce, @LRoman32, @PartidoPooper