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Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast

CBS Sports, USMNT, U.S. Soccer, MLS, World Cup, UCL, Americans Abroad

The CBS Sports Golazo Network presents Call It What You Want, a weekly podcast where Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola cover all things USMNT and the state of the beautiful game in the United States.

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70:39

Lyon's great escape, USMNT transfer talk, World Cup...

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2025/07/10

Lyon's reprieve could spell bad news for Crystal Palace. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome Ligue 1 expert Tom Williams to discuss Lyon successfully appealing relegation and what it could mean for Tanner Tessmann, Matt Turner, and bizarrely Chris Richards (02:55). Is Tim Weah a good fit for Marseille (15:37)? And will Folarin Balogun have better luck this season at Monaco (17:56)? The guys reflect on their interview with Tyler Adams (23:24). With transfer season in full swing, we

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66:59

Next steps under Poch, Gold Cup tiers ranking, World...

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2025/07/08

Only five international windows remain for the Red, White, and Blue to tune up for the big dance next year. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the key takeaways from the USMNT’s Gold Cup campaign, and discuss the importance of the team's upcoming friendlies (5:30). From green dots to DNPs, the guys rank every player’s performance (26:35) - and Jimmy gets called out for going soft on Mauricio Pochettino (47:59). Tim Ream wore the captain's armband this summer, but will there be a

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55:47

USMNT fall to Mexico in Gold Cup Final | Instant...

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2025/07/07

The U.S. men’s national team came up short in Houston, losing 2-1 to Mexico in the Gold Cup final, the last competitive match either side will play before the 2026 World Cup. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola recap a night where an inexperienced U.S. squad showed plenty of heart but not enough quality (03:19). With Mauricio Pochettino’s tactical choices under the microscope and the midfield again struggling to assert control, the guys break down where things went wrong and what this run

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66:47

El Tri... we meet again! | USMNT vs. Mexico |...

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2025/07/03

Houston, we have a showdown! Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola discuss Mexico's Gold Cup campaign ahead of Sunday's title game against the United States. Identity under Javier Aguirre, breakout star Gilberto Mora and how to hurt El Tri (03:56). Mauricio Pochettino talks fan culture and substitutions (25:06). Diego Luna makes the right noises (33:22). The USMNT's struggles with playing out of pressure (38:57). Tim Ream takes on the haters/doubters (47:44). And Jimmy reveals his combined USA-Mexico starting

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57:07

Luna’s Brace Sends USMNT to Gold Cup Final | USA vs...

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2025/07/03

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT’s nervy 2-1 win over Guatemala to book a ticket to the Gold Cup final. Diego Luna’s early brace stole the headlines, but there’s plenty to unpack from a performance that raised as many questions as it did cheers. The guys go line-by-line to assess who made the most of their opportunities.Was this a gritty step forward under Mauricio Pochettino, or just another papered-over performance? The guys take exception with the U.S

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67:45

Freese heroics, Agyemang's projection, Poch's subs -...

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2025/07/01

Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola look ahead to Wednesday's Gold Cup semifinal against Guatemala. Matt Freese is having a moment after his PK heroics (06:22). Is Max Arfsten better deployed as a winger (17:21)? A deep dive into Guatemala team full of familiar faces (23:46). A debate about resting Malik Tillman (33:47). Does Patrick Agyemang belong in the World Cup roster discussion (42:43)? Mauricio Pochettino's reluctance to make early subs (54:56).Call It What You Want is available for free on the

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51:19

Matt Freese comes up clutch as USMNT survive shootout...

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2025/06/30

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola react to the USMNT’s dramatic penalty shootout win over Costa Rica to book a place in the Gold Cup semifinals (03:00). Matt Freese was the hero of the night, making three saves in the shootout after a tense 2-2 draw in regulation. Goals from Diego Luna and Max Arfsten gave the U.S. a brief lead, but it was grit - not flair - that saw them through. Christina Unkel joins to break down the decision not to send off Juan Pablo Vargas as well as other

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67:05

Eddie Pope talks U.S. defenders | USMNTers on the...

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2025/06/26

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the latest USMNT transfer buzz - Johnny Cardoso reportedly on his way to Atlético Madrid (05:45), Patrick Agyemang drawing interest from the Championship (12:30), and what Lyon’s shock relegation could mean for Tanner Tessmann and Matt Turner (17:21). U.S. soccer legend Eddie Pope joins to talk about American defenders, the evolution of the USMNT, and the hilarious story behind Marco Materazzi asking for his jersey (23:02). Plus, with AC Milan

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13:29

Sebastian Berhalter on USMNT's Gold Cup run, working...

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2025/06/26

Start your day with the perfect blend of news and analysis from the world’s game with the Morning Footy podcast. Download and follow Morning Footy on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts!Sebastian Berhalter joins the Morning Footy crew to talk about his first USMNT camp, being praised by Mauricio Pochettino, the team's Gold Cup campaign so far, and Sunday's test against Costa Rica. Sebastian also reflects on growing up in a soccer family and watching his dad's playing and

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68:12

Next up, Los Ticos! USMNT vs. Costa Rica - Gold Cup...

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2025/06/24

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola take a stroll down memory lane to celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the USMNT’s 2005 Gold Cup triumph - nice job, Cream Cheese (03:42)! Then it’s full steam ahead to the present, with a preview of Sunday’s quarterfinal showdown against Costa Rica (09:37). What can we expect from Miguel Herrera’s side, and is there any way past Keylor Navas? With the group stage in the rearview, the crew debates which USMNT players have boosted or hurt their standing in

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53:41

USMNT finish Group D with perfect record and...

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2025/06/23

Malik Tillman continued his scoring streak and Patrick Agyemang sealed it late as the USMNT beat Haiti 2-1 to close out the Gold Cup group stage with a perfect record. Despite a costly error from Matt Freese, Mauricio Pochettino’s side showed flashes of promise, but questions remain as the knockout rounds loom.Charlie Davies and Tony Meola break down the win, debate Freese's future in goal, and reshuffle their USMNT player tiers. What does Poch see in Agyemang? Paul Tenorio joins from AT&T Stadium

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58:39

USMNT punch ticket to Gold Cup quarterfinals | Saudi...

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2025/06/20

Chris Richards’ towering header sealed a 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia to send the USMNT through to the Gold Cup knockouts. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the highs and lows from the narrow victory over the Green Falcons. The first half lacked attacking threat, but a more assured second-half display - with standout performances from Tyler Adams and Sebastian Berhalter in midfield - proved enough. Mauricio Pochettino rolled with the same starting XI for a second straight game,

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68:57

Continuity or Experimentation? - USMNT vs. Saudi...

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2025/06/17

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down the USMNT’s next Group D opponent: a vulnerable Saudi Arabia side that narrowly escaped with a win over Haiti (07:22). Players should embrace the outside noise (19:51). Charlie challenges Jack McGlynn to a footrace, and Jimmy recalls the time Clint Dempsey broke his jaw (27:41)! The guys debate continuity vs. experimentation - and discuss whether Mauricio Pochettino will shake up his lineup on Thursday (30:10).To cap it off, the crew marks

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54:44

USMNT demolish Trinidad and Tobago to open Gold Cup |...

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2025/06/16

The USMNT snapped a four-game losing streak in emphatic fashion to kick off their Gold Cup campaign with standout performances from Malik Tillman, Diego Luna and Jack McGlynn. Charlie Davies, Tony Meola and Mike Grella discuss Mauricio Pochettino's starting XI, the battle to be the first-choice goalkeeper, and how the team can build on Sunday's 5-0 win. Then, Paul Tenorio joins live from PayPal Park to report on Pochettino's post-game comments. Call It What You Want is available for free on the

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60:22

Christian Pulisic breaks his silence on skipping Gold...

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2025/06/12

USMNT and AC Milan star Christian Pulisic joins Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola to talk about his decision to skip this summer’s Concacaf Gold Cup. Christian opens up about the toll of a long season, his conversation with Mauricio Pochettino, and his desire to be involved in the USMNT's recent friendlies against Türkiye and Switzerland. He also addresses the backlash from the media and former teammates and pushes back on the narrative that this USMNT generation "doesn’t care." Plus, his

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49:01

Ring the Alarm: USMNT in crisis after 4th straight...

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2025/06/11

With just a year to go before the 2026 World Cup, the USMNT suffered a brutal 4-0 loss to Switzerland - marking a fourth straight defeat for Mauricio Pochettino's team and raising serious alarm bells. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola break down a night to forget: zero shots on target, a shambolic first half, and a squad that looks anything but ready for the Gold Cup never mind the World Cup.Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify

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67:00

USMNT fall 2-1 to Türkiye - Pochettino loses third...

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2025/06/08

The USMNT took an early lead against Türkiye but fell 2-1 in their third straight loss under Mauricio Pochettino - the team's worst streak since 2015. Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola breakdown the good and the bad from a game where costly turnovers proved too much to overcome. The new-look lineup started strong (6:00), Johnny Cardoso's mistake leads to collapse (10:04), and Tony claps back at "riff raff" comment (16:01). The guys evaluate the performances line-by-line (24:28), and cast their gaze

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65:06

Dest out for Gold Cup, USMNT vs. Türkiye Preview &...

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2025/06/05

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola react to a 26-man Gold Cup roster that doesn't include Sergiño Dest or Zack Steffen (04:50). With so many presumptive USMNT starters missing, the guys check the temperature on their World Cup concern-o-meters (15:38). Then, a preview and list of expectations ahead of Saturday's friendly against Türkiye (25:32). Will Malik Tillman carry his PSV form into this game? And Chuck is left speechless in the latest edition of Trigger Who You Want (50:14)!Call

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67:05

Balogun to miss Gold Cup, Poch talks player...

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2025/06/03

The international window is officially upon us! Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies talk some coaching carousel news - congrats, Benny Feilhaber! - and the latest changes to the USMNT roster with Walker Zimmerman, Nathan Harriel, Paxten Aaronson replacing Folarin Balogun, DeJuan Jones, and Sean Zawadzki (10:55). Which players will emerge from camp as real World Cup options (25:23)? Charlie talks striker options for Saturday's game against Türkiye (30:47). Mauricio Pochettino clarifies his thoughts on

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63:55

Rest vs. Responsibility, Johnny's ceiling, Concacaf's...

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2025/05/29

Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola unpack a busy week for the USMNT and Concacaf. The guys weigh in on Jedi Robinson undergoing surgery and how Christian Pulisic’s national team break compares to Landon Donovan’s famous hiatus (02:49). Chris Brady gets the call-up, but could Sean Zawadski be dropping out (11:09)? Türkiye names a star-studded roster for the June friendlies (19:39). Johnny Cardoso made history as the first USMNT player to start a major European final… but Real Betis fell

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