House of Champions: A CBS Soccer Podcast

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Thursday Preview: Tigres vs. Bayern Munich in Club World Cup Final, FA Cup, Copa del Rey. (Soccer 2/10) Feb 10, 2021

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In a very powerful episode, Luis Miguel Echegaray is joined by Jimmy Conrad to discuss Jurgen Klopp's recent tragedy, the passing of his mother and how more empathy is needed in this game. Both Luis Miguel and Jimmy open up about how Klopp's devastating news has impacted them and share their personal stories. After the break, things turn a lighter note as we preview Thursday's action including FIFA's Club World Cup final between Mexican side Tigres and Bayern Munich. There are also games in the FA Cup as Barnsley host Chelsea and Wolves face Southampton. The episode concludes with a look at the first semifinal leg between Athletic Bilbao and Levante in the Copa del Rey. Betting tips, analysis and much more!

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

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Black History Month Special: Discussing Black Issues, Representation in the Game (Soccer 2/10) Feb 10, 2021

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As part of Black History Month, Luis Miguel Echegaray hands the mike to CBS Sports' Aaron West and Tosin Makinde to discuss today's issues of black representation in the game, the need for more black coaches and why the fight to combat racism in soccer needs more than just slogans and symbolic messages.

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https: //www.youtube.com/quegolazo

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Wednesday Cup Preview: Swansea vs. Man City, Sevilla vs. Barcelona, Caen vs. PSG, Atalanta vs. Napoli, Women's Super League, Betting Tips, Analysis. (Soccer 2/9) Feb 09, 2021

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Luis Miguel Echegaray is joined by Jimmy Conrad and Jonathan Johnson to break down all the cup action across Europe for Wednesday. There's a tasty matchup in the FA Cup as Championship side Swansea City take on Man City while in Spain, Sevilla host Barcelona in the semi final first leg of Copa del Rey. Atalanta face Napoli in the semis of Coppa Italia, while Caen and USMNT forward Nicholas Gioacchini face PSG in Coupe de France. The guys also discuss a good game in the Netherlands as Ajax play PSV Eindhoven and the Women's Super League features some big derbies including table-leaders Chelsea against Arsenal and Birmingham City against Aston Villa Women in the Second City derby.

The Embodiment of Leadership: A conversation with USWNT captain Becky Sauerbrunn (Soccer 2/9) Feb 09, 2021

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As She Believes Cup kicks off on February 18 and the United States Women's National Team prepare to defend their title, captain Becky Sauerbrunn joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the team's mentality under head coach Vlatko Andonovski, the bond throughout the squad, looking ahead to the Olympics and what it means to wear the armband and represent the best team in the women's game.

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https: //www.youtube.com/quegolazo

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Fabrizio Romano Transfer Notes: Neymar Jr Nears New PSG Deal, Sergio Ramos, Real Madrid Future Remains Uncertain Feb 08, 2021

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Fabrizio Romano joins Luis Miguel Echegaray to discuss the latest contract and transfer moves around Europe. First, Neymar Jr. is getting closer to a new deal with PSG as the French giants look to also lure Lionel Messi and other stars. Meanwhile, Sergio Ramos's future with Real Madrid remains unclear while Man City alert the football world that Phil Foden is NOT for sale. This and much more for our weekly dose of Fabrizio Romano's transfer notes!

Super Bowl Weekend Recap: Man City Rout Liverpool at Anfield, Full Reaction, Analysis, Rest of Premier League Roundup (Soccer 2/7) Feb 07, 2021

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Luis Miguel Echegaray is joined by Heath Pearce and Jimmy Conrad for a full breakdown of Man City's stellar performance as Pep Guardiola's side hammered Liverpool 4-1 at Anfield. What does this mean for Jurgen Klopp's side and their hopes of retaining the title? Should the priority now be a top four finish or the Champions League? City, meanwhile, looks more and more like the champion. Also, the guys discuss the rest of the Premier League action from the weekend including Man United's draw against Everton and a quick roundup around Europe.

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https: //www.youtube.com/quegolazo

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Super Bowl LV Weekend Preview: Liverpool vs. Man City / Roma vs. Juventus / Betting Tips, Analysis and More! Feb 04, 2021

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It's our BIGGEST weekend preview yet as we preview two massive matchups: Liverpool vs. Man City AND Super Bowl LV between Kansas City Chiefs and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Luis Miguel Echegaray is joined by Jimmy Conrad to preview all of it as they have some fun between the NFL and the Premier League (2:15) . A little later, Jonathan Johnson joins the show to preview the action including the aforementioned fixture between the Reds and Cityzens (21:01) PLUS Man United vs. Everton (29:10), Aston Villa against Arsenal (34:50) and much more . The third segment takes us around Europe as Roma host Juventus (49:35), Schalke face RB Leipzig and Le Classique in Ligue Un between turmoil-ridden Marseille and PSG (57:00). There's also a tasty game in Qatar at the Club World Cup as Tigres face Palmeiras (54:00). We told you it was a packed episode. Join us!

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https: //www.youtube.com/quegolazo

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

Thursday Preview: Tottenham vs. Chelsea, FIFA Club World Cup, Harry Kane: NFL Kicker? (Soccer 2/3) Feb 03, 2021

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Luis Miguel Echegaray is joined by Jimmy Conrad to break down all of Thursday's action including a big game in London as Tottenham host Chelsea. Mike Goodman returns with his nerdy numbers to break down Thomas Tuchel and what Chelsea fans can expect from the German manager as he gets more used to his new club. There's also a fun conversation about Harry Kane and his aspirations of becoming an NFL kicker after retirement, betting tips for Copa del Rey and a preview of FIFA's Club World Cup.

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET00YnetHT7tOpu12v8jxg?pbjreload=102

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

Marseille in Turmoil, Wednesday, Preview Burnley vs. Man City Liverpool vs. Brighton, Coppa Italia, Copa del Rey (Soccer 2/2) Feb 02, 2021

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A packed episode as Luis Miguel Echegaray chats with Jimmy Conrad and James Benge to discuss the latest problems with Marseille after the relationship-breakdown with André Villas-Boas. Plus, the guys preview every Premier League for Wednesday including Man City's trip to Burnley and Liverpool's home game against Brighton. There are also cup games across Europe including Napoli vs. Atalanta and Barcelona against Granada. This and so much more!

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET00YnetHT7tOpu12v8jxg?pbjreload=102

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/

Transfer Window Deadline Day Recap: Winners and Losers! (Soccer 2/1) Feb 02, 2021

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The transfer window has closed! Luis Miguel Echegaray and Jimmy Conrad break down all the moves and deals and bring you their winners and losers from a hectic Deadline Day. Did Liverpool do enough to fix their center back issues (12:00)? Which Josh will prosper? Josh King at Everton or Josh Maja at Fulham? West Brom were very busy on the final day as they acquired Ainsley Maitland-Niles from Arsenal on loan while Ecuadorian teen star Moises Caicedo signed with Brighton (6:00) . This and much more as we give you all the commentary from January's transfer action.

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

Follow the Qué Golazo team on Twitter: @quegolazopod, @lmechegaray, @JimmyConrad, @Jon_LeGossip, @jamesbenge, @heathpearce

Watch Qué Golazo on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCET00YnetHT7tOpu12v8jxg?pbjreload=102

For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/

To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/