Podcast

ESPN FC

From ESPN Soccer, Sports

Go inside the most popular sport in the world with the ESPN FC crew.

Soccer chart
#4
Episodes
222
Releases
Daily
Typical length
1 hr
On air since
2026
Latest episode
18 hours ago

Episodes

222 episodes, newest first

  1. Futbol Americas: Pulisic Comes Up Big in Milan Derby+USMNT Squad Predictions+Raphinha/Vini Jr. discussion+MLS Playoff Picture

    Show notes

    The Futbol Americas crew looks back at Christian Pulisic's goal & performance in AC Milan's 3-1 win over Inter Milan. Plus, who will be included in the USMNT's squad for the upcoming international matches? And, Raphinha is back & scoring for Barcelona while Vini Jr. may need to fight for his way back into the Real Madrid team. Finally, the MLS playoff picture is coming together with Nashville, Vancouver, and Inter Miami looking like favorites.

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    59 min
  2. Should Players Use the Dark Arts of Football?

    Show notes

    The FC crew continue to react to Arsenal's 1-0 win over Liverpool and question if players should exaggerate fouls against them to get calls from the referee. Plus, the guys criticize Lisandro Martinez for his red card vs Chelsea and question his commitment to Manchester United. The crew also argue if Tottenham can build off their recent form after 3 straight wins.

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    53 min
  3. Gunners Grab Anfield Win

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    The ESPN FC Crew react to Arsenal's victory over Liverpool at Anfield, making it their first win at the ground since 2012, as Liverpool manage 0 shots on goal. Then, a look at Saturday's losses for both Manchester City and Manchester United and the forms for the two clubs. Also, a breakdown of Real Madrid's victory over Racing Santander as Yan Diomande continues to shine and compete for the left wing spot in Vini Jr.'s absence.

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    1 hr 7 min
  4. Manchester Malaise

    Show notes

    The FC crew break down Manchester City's loss vs Brighton and argue if the Seagulls can continue to fly near the top of the table this season. Plus the guys react to Manchester United's loss to Chelsea and question why Michael Carrick is still manager of the club. The guys also react to Bayern Munich & Borussia Dortmund's 2-2 draw.

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    1 hr 1 min
  5. Arsenal Favorites at Anfield?

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    The FC crew look ahead to this weekend's Premier League action including Liverpool vs Arsenal, Chelsea vs Man United & Man City vs Brighton. The guys explain why they think Arsenal are favorites at Anfield and explain why it would be a disaster for Chelsea to drop points to the Red Devils. Plus, Ian Darke joins the show to explain what he saw during Real Madrid's win over Barcelona last weekend.

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    1 hr 12 min
  6. Chelsea's Carabao Cup Crisis?

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    The FC crew react to Chelsea's loss to Liverpool in the Carabao Cup and question why Xabi Alonso would say this competition was the least important for the club when they aren't in competing in Europe. The guys also argue if Michael Carrick will be at Man United after their game at Chelsea on Saturday. Plus, Gab Marcotti joins the show to break down 5 questions ahead of the LALIGA weekend.

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    1 hr 2 min
  7. Is the Carabao Cup Chelsea’s UCL?

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    Gab Marcotti & Nedum Onuoha take a closer look at the biggest stories in football including Chelsea & Arsenal’s surprise exit from the Carabao Cup, Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or victory & Kylian Mbappe’s problems in China.

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    1 hr
  8. Penalty Party in Carabao Cup

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    The ESPN FC Crew react to Chelsea's elimination in penalties in the Carabao Cup as Liverpool advance, as Xabi Alonso's bad week continues. Then, a discussion on Manchester City advancing in penalties against Brighton. Also, a look at Arsenal's shocking loss to Fleetwood Town and Max Dowman's controversial red card.

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    35 min
  9. Arsenal's Astonishing Fumble at Fleetwood

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    The ESPN FC crew react to Arsenal's shocking elimination in the Carabao Cup to League Two side Fleetwood Town, as they draw 1-1 and lose 5-3 on penalties. Then, a breakdown of the news that Michael Carrick is set to continue as Manchester United manager despite 0 wins in the last 8 games and just 2 wins in 12 games this season. Also, a discussion on Harry Kane winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or and a look back at Sunday's El Clasico, which saw Real Madrid defeat Barcelona keeping their LALIGA title hopes alive.

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    54 min
  10. Futbol Americas: Real Madrid Stun Barcelona+Ballon D'or Winners Announced+Messi Honored+MLS Playoffs Coming Up+El Tráfico Madness

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    The Futbol Americas panel looks back at Real Madrid's unexpected win over Barcelona in the first Clásico of the season. Plus, the crew looks back at the 2026 Ballon D'or winners announced, did France Football get it right? And, a look back at a crazy El Tráfico ending, as well as other MLS action including Inter Miami & runaway leaders Nashville. Finally, Lionel Messi honored in Spain for career achievements.

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    1 hr 27 min
  11. Harry Kane Wins Ballon d'Or

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    The FC crew react to Harry Kane winning the 2026 Men's Ballon d'Or and praise the Bayern Munich forward for a brilliant season. Plus, the guys explain why they think sacking Michael Carrick won't fix Man United's problems going forward. Plus, the guys continue to to break down Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Barcelona and give credit to Jose Mourinho for the victory.

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    1 hr 6 min
  12. ESPN FC Clásico Special Morning After Podcast

    Show notes

    Gab Marcotti is joined by Dan Thomas, Ian Darke, Sid Lowe, and Alex Kirkland to break down Sunday's El Clásico which ended with a dramatic and slightly shocking victory for Real Madrid over Barcelona. They take a look at the approach from José Mourinho's squad and what it means looking forward in LALIGA. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/El_Cl%C3%A1sico

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    45 min
  13. LALIGA Title Race Back On?

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    The FC crew react to Real Madrid's 2-1 victory over Barcelona and explain why the LALIGA title race is back on after the huge win for Jose Mourinho's side. Plus, the guys break down why Michael Carrick's time at Man United is coming to a close after the Red Devils' 3-0 loss to Bournemouth. The crew also argue if Alexander Isak is back to his best after Liverpool's win over Brighton.

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    55 min
  14. Man City's First Slip Up

    Show notes

    The FC Crew react to today's drama in the Premier League as Manchester City drop their first points in the Premier League in a 2-1 loss to an impressive Aston Villa led by a Nicolas Jackson brace, also Chelsea lose to Tottenham at home for the first time since 2018 and Arsenal return to winning-form with a smooth victory over Everton. Then, live from Barcelona, a preview of Sunday's ELCLÁSICO as Real Madrid look to force a stumble in Barcelona's flawless LALIGA campaign.

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    1 hr 23 min
  15. El Clasico Draws Nearer

    Show notes

    ESPN FC is live earlier than usual to preview Sunday's pivotal El Clasico match. We cover all the angles, including whether or not the title will be decided with a Barcelona win. Our correspondents are live from Barcelona. We also look ahead to the weekend in the Premier League. Manchester United host Bournemouth after a disastrous defeat at Como in the Champions League. How much time does Michael Carrick have left, and will he survive the weekend? We also look ahead to the Liverpool vs. Brighton match. Is this the biggest test for the seagulls so far? How serious should we take their hot start if they roll into Anfield and pick up 3 points? The show closes with our Extra Time segment. Have a great weekend and enjoy the games!

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    55 min
  16. Carrick on the Brink?

    Show notes

    The FC crew continue to react to Manchester United's loss at Como and explain why they think Michael Carrick will not be in charge of the club much longer. Plus, Craig Burley and Dan Thomas look ahead to Sunday's El Clasico and break down why they think Barcelona should cruise to victory. Don Hutchison also picks out his favorite matches in the Premier League this weekend.

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    52 min
  17. Futbol Americas: El Clasico Preview Mega Show

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    Futbol Americas is your place to get all the info you need before the big game on Sunday. Barcelona host Real Madrid in a match that may already be the title decider. What can Madrid do to stop the Barcelona train? Later we have two separate interviews on the show. Sergio Roberto and Adri Mehmeti stop by. We also react to a couple of Cup Finals.

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    1 hr 27 min
  18. All Square in Munich

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    The FC crew react to Bayern Munich & Arsenal's 2-2 draw and break down how Bukayo Saka's injury will affect Arsenal going forward. Plus, the guys praise Yan Diomande for his goal and assist in Real Madrid's 4-1 win over RB Leipzig. Stewart Robson, Frank Leboeuf and Jurgen Klinsmann also react to Michael Carrick and Bruno Fernandes trading criticism after Man United's 4-1 loss at Como.

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    1 hr
  19. Futbol W: NWSL Stars Join the Show + NWSL Recap + USWNT vs Spain Debrief +Top 10 Goals

    Show notes

    Big Show Today! Savy King and Haley Hopkins come by to check in with our panel ahead of the last couple of games of the NWSL regular season. Next, we check in on the other NWSL matches and standings. Who do we think is going to make the cut? Later Natalia Astrain joins the show to debrief the USWNT's friendly against Spain. What did the #1 team in the world expose? Does Emma Hayes need to rethink the backline? We also have the top 10 goals!

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    1 hr 27 min
  20. PSG Punish Barcelona

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    The FC crew react to PSG's 4-2 win over Barcelona and explain why Hansi Flick's side lost their first game of the season. Plus, the guys break down Liverpool's win over Villarreal and praise Florian Wirtz for his first goal of the season. The guys also react to Erik ten Hag's explosive interview on Manchester United and question if the Dutch manager was being genuine with some of the transfer promises he mentioned.

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    1 hr