Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard

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Ice Man Freese Delivers for USMNT, Jesse Marsch is in the Hot Seat, and Inter Miami Out of CWC Jul 01, 2025

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Matt Freese is ICE COLD! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts are giving flowers to U.S. Men’s National Team goalkeeper Matt Freese for his handling of the penalty shootout against Costa Rica in their quarterfinal matchup. The two also preview USMNT’s semifinal game against Guatemala.

We’re also talking about Inter Miami falling to PSG in the Club World Cup and the U.S. Women’s National Team beat Ireland 4-0 in back-to-back friendlies.

In the AT&T Mailbag, Tim and Landon talk about shot clocks, coaching gigs and what it was like for Tim to score a goal for Everton! Plus the guys are talking Italian cuisine in Anything But Soccer.

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MLS Mid-Season Review, USMNT Finish Top of Gold Cup Group & Club World Cup Impresses Jun 24, 2025

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It’s time to check in on Tim and Landon’s 2025 MLS predictions! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, the guys review their earlier predictions for the MLS season, and preview where the U.S. Men’s National Team is headed next in the CONCACAF Gold Cup. In the Unfiltered Refresh presented by Coors Light, the two give flowers to Chris Richards for his performance against Saudi Arabia.

Our hosts also dive into the FIFA Club World Cup where fan attendance and team performances are starting to heat up – even though some players would prefer to cool off. Landon lets off some steam about refereeing in the tournament and the two consider if Inter Miami could do big things as they (hopefully) move out of the group stage.

In the AT&T Mailbag, Tim and Landon talk local soccer clubs, the U.S. heat affecting the FIFA World Cup, and whether or not Landon and Jurgen Klinsmann ever buried the hatchet!

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USMNT Win First Gold Cup Match, Pochettino's Response to Pulisic, and the Club World Cup Kicks Off Jun 17, 2025

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The U.S. Men’s National Team get a win! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts discuss the USMNT win over Trinidad and Tobago in their opening match of the CONCACAF Gold Cup Tournament, and give flowers to the game’s star players including Malik Tillman, Patrick Agyemang and Diego Luna. They also break down head coach Mauricio Pochettino’s response to Christian Pulisic’s recent comments about his decision to take a break from the national team.

Landon and Tim also discuss the beginning of the Club World Cup, including the performances of MLS teams, and the Seattle Sounders’ recent protest of how players will access prize money from the tournament.

In the AT&T Mailbag, our hosts answer your questions about the national team, their experiences in the World Cup, and advice for a high school soccer coach!

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Unfiltered Soccer Live from BMO Stadium Jun 13, 2025

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Is the USMNT going to crash out of the CONCACAF Gold Cup?! This week Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is coming to you from BMO Stadium! The guys dove into the recent lackluster performance of the U.S. Men’s National Team for their first live event in front of an intimate crowd in Los Angeles, California.

Tim and Landon also addressed the elephant in the room, talking about the missing players from the national team and some of their recent social media comments. They give flowers to Emma Hayes’ treatment of the women’s team, and in the Coors Light Unfiltered Refresh, they praise Trinity Rodman for supporting the Washington Spirit while she continues to rehab a back injury.

In the AT&T Mailbag, our hosts answered questions from the crowd about Mauricio Pochettino’s future in U.S. Soccer, the new Everton stadium, the U.S./Mexico rivalry and what the fans can do to support the growth of soccer in the U.S.

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The Mauricio Pochettino Interview Jun 03, 2025

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Mauricio Pochettino is getting unfiltered! On a very special episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts are joined by U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Mauricio Pochettino. The three discuss the manager’s philosophy for the national team, how he felt after the Nations’ League competition in March, and his views on USMNT’s number 10, Christian Pulisic, withdrawing himself from the upcoming Gold Cup tournament. The three also discuss what U.S. Soccer is building on the way to the World Cup in 2026 and he even answers questions about some of his favorite players and rivalries in global soccer.

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USMNT Gold Cup Roster, Chaos in San Diego, and the English Premier League Season Wrap-Up May 28, 2025

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Is the U.S. Men’s National Team in trouble? On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts break down the SHOCKING news that Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah and Antonee Robinson have all declined to appear at the Gold Cup this summer. They delve into what this means for the USMNT, what Pochettino should be doing now, and who now has the opportunity to take their spots on the roster.

The guys also talk the shocking events in San Diego and Liverpool this past weekend, LFC’s triumphant trophy lift in a rockin’ Anfield, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa dropping the ball, and Wrexham AFC’s third straight promotion.

In the AT&T Mailbag, Landon and Tim talk MLS roster rules, Ruben Amorim’s future at Manchester United, Newcastle’s impressive season and what they’d like YOU to do this summer!

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Diego Luna lives the dream, Crystal Palace finally lifts a trophy and its MLS Rivalry Week May 20, 2025

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Diego Luna is having his moment! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, our hosts are joined by Real Salt Lake midfielder Diego Luna to talk his humble beginnings, the support he’s getting at his current MLS team, and his dreams for his future with the U.S. Men’s National Team.

The guys are also talking Rivalry Week in MLS, including Landon’s LA Galaxy facing off against LAFC in El Trafico. PLUS it’s time to hold Atlanta United accountable for their poor performance so far this season, and, across the pond, Crystal Palace have finally won a major trophy.

In the AT&T Mailbag, our hosts answer questions about Eddie Johnson not appearing in the 2014 World Cup, Landon’s upcoming book, and we give credit to the New England Revolution fans – sort of.

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LA Galaxy GM Will Kuntz Talks the Financial Side of Soccer May 13, 2025

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What is happening with the LA Galaxy? On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, the guys are joined by LA Galaxy GM Will Kuntz to discuss the poor performance this season from the 2024 MLS Cup champions, the financial side of MLS and even gives an update on Riqui Puig’s rehab.

The guys also discuss Minnesota’s win over Inter Miami, Liverpool fans booing Trent Alexander-Arnold, PSG knocking Arsenal out of the Champions League, and David Beckham’s comments about taking the captain’s armband during his time in LA.

In the AT&T Mailbag, our hosts ponder your WHAT IF questions about the 2002 and 2014 World Cups, Landon’s time at Everton, and if Greg Vanney’s time at Landon’s old stomping grounds might be up!

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Jason Kidd talks Everton FC, Liverpool Win the League, and Barcelona Win the Copa Del Rey Apr 29, 2025

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Jason Kidd is officially a Toffee! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, the guys are joined by Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd to discuss his new investment in the ownership group behind Everton F.C. and the pride behind playing for your national team in any sport.

Liverpool have clinched the ‘24-’25 Premier League, Manchester City and Crystal Palace head to the FA Cup final, and Inter Miami are laser-focused on chasing trophies in MLS. Plus, Barcelona take the Copa Del Rey in this week’s Unfiltered Refresh Presented by Coors Light.

In the AT&T Mailbag, our hosts are talking Bruce Arena’s comments about American USMNT coaches, some World Cup facts, US Soccer are selling some very expensive bricks to fans, and we hear back from Joey’s Dad!

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Club & International Coaching with guest Bruce Arena Apr 22, 2025

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Bruce Arena is an American soccer LEGEND! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, the guys are joined by current San Jose Earthquakes head coach Bruce Arena to discuss his coaching career, the current state of the U.S. Men’s National Team, and what he sees as the future for soccer in America.

Our hosts also discuss an INCREDIBLE quarter final round of Champions League competition, plus BREAKING news about Carlo Ancelotti’s future at Real Madrid.

In the AT&T Mailbag, Tim & Landon are talking Major League Soccer from New England to San Diego and what’s stopping the league from being the BEST in the WORLD!

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