Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard

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Mbappe's Red Card, Salah's Contract Signed, & the CONCACAF Gold Cup Draw Apr 15, 2025

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Does Group D in the Gold Cup stand for Group of Death?! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, the guys talk the CONCACAF Gold Cup draw and the U.S. Men’s National Team’s chances of making it to the knockout stage.

In MLS, the guys give flowers to Brian White and discuss the potential calendar shift for the league. Across the pond, they dive into the battle for Champions League qualification in the Premier League, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in freefall, and cover Mo Salah’s contract extension in the Unfiltered Refresh Presented by Coors Light.

In the AT&T Mailbag, our hosts dive into some praise AND some heat from fans on their takes from last week’s episode, plus questions on away goals and favorite memories.

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USWNT Win, Liverpool Lose, De Bruyne on the Move, & DC Decline Apr 08, 2025

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The U.S. Women’s National Team win! On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard discuss Trinity Rodman’s game-opening goal against Brazil and the leadership of head coach Emma Hayes. Plus Washington Spirit owner Michelle Kang nearly doubles her investment in women’s soccer in the U.S. and the FIFA Women’s World Cup is headed stateside in 2031!

The guys talk Liverpool’s disastrous showing at Fulham, and Arsenal’s inability to gain momentum against Everton. Plus, what's next for Southampton, could Kevin De Bruyne be headed to San Diego, is Diego Luna Real Salt Lake’s “Moon Man”, and what on EARTH is happening at D.C. United?

In the AT&T Fan Connection our hosts answer your questions on managerial promotions, cup competitions, and understanding the accents of Sir Alex Ferguson and David Moyes. And in Anything But Soccer, the guys give flowers to Alex Ovechkin for setting a new NHL record.

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Vermes Out at KC, FA Cup Quarterfinals, Bayern Munich vs Canada, & Your USMNT Comments Apr 01, 2025

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We’re diving into your USMNT comments! On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard talk Peter Vermes and Sporting KC parting ways, Emma Hayes’ coaching style for the USWNT, and all of YOUR thoughts and questions after the USMNT Nations League defeats.

The guys talk Inter Miami’s quest for the MLS Cup, Antonee Robinson’s return to Fulham after missing the Nations League for the U.S. Men’s National Team, and Trinity Rodman’s comments on her fitness.

Plus, in the AT&T Fan Connection our hosts talk Diego Luna, Gregg Berhalter, Patrick Agyemang, an all-MLS USMNT, amateur call-ups, and what is happening with Gio Reyna.

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CONCACAF Nations League Loss: USMNT Reactions & Concerns Mar 25, 2025

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For the first time ever, the U.S. Men’s National Team failed to with the CONCACAF Nations League. On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard discuss their disappointment in the attitude of the players, as well as their thoughts on some of head coach Mauricio Pochettino’s starting eleven.

Our hosts cover both Thursday’s semifinal loss to Panama in stoppage time, and the 2-1 loss to Canada in Sunday's third place match. They talk Diego Luna’s stunning performance, Gio Reyna’s fighting attitude, and the lack of leadership in the locker room.

Plus, in the AT&T Fan Connection, the guys discuss former USMNT players giving the current roster a pep talk, the lack of fan turnout in the Nations League, and what is riding on this summer’s Gold Cup competition.

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USMNT Nations League Semifinal vs Panama Preview Mar 18, 2025

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The U.S. Men’s National Team head to the CONCACAF Nations League semifinals. On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard preview the Nations league semifinal game where the USMNT face off against Panama. The two cover Mauricio Pochettino’s first big tournament as head coach, the strength of Panama as an opponent, and what the Nations League has come to mean for U.S. fans.

Our hosts break down the announced squad, including some returning favorites and a few surprises from January camp. Tim and Landon also dream up their preferred Starting XI, and look toward what they hope will be a USMNT vs Mexico final on Sunday.

Plus, the guys discuss their favorite USMNT kits, national anthem memories, and contemplate if the CONCACAF nations should be competing with CONMEBOL countries.

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Galaxy's 4th Straight Loss, Forest Upset City, Sergino Dest is Back, and the 2025 NWSL Preview Mar 11, 2025

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Are the LA Galaxy in freefall? On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard are concerned about the Galaxy’s season without Riqui Puig and Dejan Joveljić. The hosts give flowers to the Seattle Sounders and their new all-time leading goal scorer Jordan Morris, as well as EPL third place team Nottingham Forest and manager Nuno Espírito Santo.

The guys dig into the 2025 NWSL season, including Bay FC under investigation, Gotham FC hemorrhaging players, Houston Dash’s rebuild, and Angel City in search of an identity. For USMNT, they celebrate the return of Sergiño Dest to PSV, a brace from Christian Pulisic, and Tyler Adams recognition at Bournemouth.

Plus, New England Revolution fans bring the smoke in the AT&T Fan Connection, and the guys theorize the future of Goodison Park.

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Messi Skips Houston, San Jose Undefeated, FA Cup Red Cards, and USWNT First Loss Under Hayes Mar 04, 2025

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Bruce Arena’s Earthquakes are in the lead! On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard discuss San Jose’s position at the top of the MLS Western Conference, Messi missing from Houston, New England’s empty stadium, and more from the second week of the 2025 MLS season.

They dive into the US Women’s National Team’s first loss under head coach Emma Hayes, the performance of USMNT players like Josh Sargent and Tyler Adams abroad, and cover all the players seeing red in the FA Cup fifth round this past weekend.

In the AT&T Fan Connection, our hosts answer questions about the new timewasting rule for goalkeepers, streaming services, and post-play careers for athletes. We also hear some special birthday messages for friends of the guys, and they give flowers to Diana Taurasi in Anything But Soccer.

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NCAA Soccer with guest Rob Dow, Head Coach at the University of Vermont Feb 25, 2025

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Where is NCAA soccer headed? On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard are joined by Rob Dow, head coach of the University of Vermont’s men’s soccer team to discuss their 2024 D1 championship-winning season, NIL contracts, and the future of NCAA soccer.

The guys also discuss potential changes to the collegiate soccer calendar and how money has change recruitment at the college level. Tim and Landon also dive into your AT&T Fan Connection questions about NCAA soccer and youth development in the U.S.

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MLS 2025 Season Preview, USMNT Injuries, The Merseyside Derby, and USL's New First Division Feb 18, 2025

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It’s time for the 2025 MLS season! On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard preview the upcoming MLS season including BIG transfers, the new San Diego FC, and the league’s twelve new coaches.

There’s lots of injuries plaguing the U.S. Men’s National Team at the minute, and Gio Reyna is averaging 2 minutes of playing time per game this season at Borussia Dortmund, but Weston McKennie’s wearing the armband at Juventus! Plus that INSANE equalizer in the last Merseyside Derby at Goodison Park, and the new USL first division could bring promotion and relegation to the U.S. We’re talking MLS in the AT&T Fan Connection and four nations hockey in Anything But Soccer.

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Promotion and Relegation with Adam Crafton Feb 04, 2025

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Should Major League Soccer adopt promotion and relegation? On Unfiltered Soccer, Landon Donovan and Tim Howard are joined by Adam Crafton, writer for The Athletic, to discuss the pros and cons of MLS adopting the format.

What is promotion and relegation, and how does it work in Europe? What makes promotion and relegation exciting for fans, but a nightmare for owners? What would have to change in Major League Soccer for promotion and relegation to be adopted? Tim and Landon also dive into your AT&T Fan Connection questions about the format!

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