Podcast
The Designated Pundits | MLS Analysis, Expert Picks, and Insider Discussions
Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, Sir Alex, and Deon a.k.a. Nerdy Soccer Guy on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis.
Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions.
The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game.
Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform.
Explore all our content at www.thedesignatedpundits.com
- Fantasy Sports chart
- #113
- Episodes
- 1,063
- Releases
- Twice a week
- Typical length
- 46 min
- On air since
- 2019
- Latest episode
- 4 days ago
Episodes
1,063 episodes, newest first
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1 hr 11 min
MLS Week 34 | Expert Picks and Predictions for October 31, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 34 on October 31, 2026. In the episode, we have special guest Jeremy Peterman! We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #mlsbets #mlspicks #Mlspredictions #mlspredictionstoday #mlsbetstoday #mlspickstoday #mlspicks #MLSweek33predictions #mlssoccerpredictions #mlsbetsweek33 #mlsweek33predictions #MLSweek33picks
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49 min
MLS Week 33 | Expert Picks and Predictions for October 28, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 33 on October 28, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #mlsbets #mlspicks #Mlspredictions #mlspredictionstoday #mlsbetstoday #mlspickstoday #mlspicks #MLSweek33predictions #mlssoccerpredictions #mlsbetsweek33 #mlsweek33predictions #MLSweek33picks
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38 min
MLS Week 32 | Expert Picks and Predictions for October 24, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 32 on October 24, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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30 min
MLS Week 30 | Expert Picks and Predictions for October 14, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 30 on October 14, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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35 min
MLS Week 29 | Expert Picks and Predictions for September 12, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 29 on October 10, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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52 min
MLS Week 28 | Expert Picks and Predictions for September 12, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 28 on September 26, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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42 min
MLS Week 27 | Expert Picks and Predictions for September 12, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 27 on September 19, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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38 min
Jose Tellez from Golz TV Joins Us | MLS Week 26 Recap and League Notes
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Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. In this episode, we discuss MLS Week 26, talk to Jose Tellez from Golz TV about the state of FC Dallas, and then break down our best and worst of the week! Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Explore all our content YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPundits
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44 min
MLS Week 26 | Expert Picks and Predictions for September 12, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 26 on September 12, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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49 min
MLS Week 24 | Expert Picks and Predictions for September 5, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 24 on September 5, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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51 min
Mike Barrera from Across the Pitch Joins Us | MLS Week 23 Recap and League Notes
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Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. In this episode, we discuss MLS Week 23, talk to Mike Barrera from Across the Pitch about the state of the Philadelphia Union, and then break down our best and worst of the week! Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Explore all our content YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPundits
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50 min
MLS Week 23 | Expert Picks and Predictions for August 29, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 23 on August 29, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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50 min
Matt Baker from Flyover Footy Joins Us | MLS Week 22 Recap and League Notes
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Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. In this episode, we discuss MLS Week 22, talk to Matt Baker from Flyover Footy about the state of St. Louis City, and then break down our best and worst of the week! Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Explore all our content YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPundits
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1 hr 4 min
MLS Week 22 | Expert Picks and Predictions for August 22, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 22 on August 22, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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40 min
MLS Week 21 | Expert Picks and Predictions for August 19, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 21 on August 19, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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30 min
MLS Week 20 | Expert Picks and Predictions for August 13, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 19 on August 13, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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39 min
The Interviews | Nate Bukaty from MLS on Apple TV
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Bob Ventimiglia interviews Nate Bukaty from Apple TV as we discuss Leagues Cup, MLS's return from the World Cup Break, and roster changes. We also discuss tools for announcers, AI in the soccer world, and how Kansas City became a soccer town.
Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis.
Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions.
The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game.
Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform.
Explore all our content at thedesignatedpundits.com
YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits
Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits
or
search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
#MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPundits
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46 min
And Now, League's Cup | MLS Week 19 Recap and League Notes
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Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. In this episode, we discuss MLS Week 19, how nice it has been to have MLS back, and the two weeks we will have off for League's Cup. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Explore all our content YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPundits
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58 min
MLS Week 19 | Expert Picks and Predictions for August 1, 2026
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Tune into the Designated Pundits as we deliver some great sportsbook picks for Major League Soccer's Week 19 on August 1, 2026. We are analyzing some of the best bets you can find, along with discussions behind each. Play along with us as we tally, all season long, from our weekly shows. Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and our very own Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. YouTube- YouTube.com/@TheDesignatedPundits All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.
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47 min
MLS Strong Weekend After World Cup Break | MLS Week 18 Recap and League Notes
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Join hosts Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex on The Designated Pundits for MLS and USMNT analysis. In this episode, we discuss an electric weekend back to action. Tune in for two weekly live shows: Thursdays at 8:00 PM ET for expert betting picks and MLS odds breakdowns, and Mondays at 8:30 PM ET for soccer analysis and insider discussions. The Designated Pundits podcast is renowned among MLS and US soccer fans for in-depth preseason previews of every MLS team. We’re your go-to for predictions and insights into America’s version of the Beautiful Game. Stream us live on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform. Explore all our content YouTube- YouTube.com/@thedesignatedpundits Audio Links- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform. #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPunditsf
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