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

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

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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August 21, 2025 71 mins
US Soccer will honor Michael Bradley ahead of the South Korea friendly, but what about the fans? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola debate ticket prices (03:20) before unveiling their USMNT roster projection for the September doubleheader (08:32). Plus, expectations for Americans ahead of the Bundesliga season kicking off (23:14), MLS teams sweep the Leagues Cup quarters (45:45), Paxten Aaronson’s rumored move to Colorado...
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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola shine a light on the juxtaposition of Josh Sargent's club vs. country form (08:07). Has the Norwich striker been given a fair shake with the USMNT? With the Serie A season kicking off this weekend, what can fans expect from Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, and Weston McKennie (32:47)? And will Gio Reyna be the latest American to join the Italian top-flight (50:47)? And can one of the four...
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Jimmy, Charlie and Big Tones dive into the latest USMNT News and discuss Americans abroad taking part in the upcoming English Premier League season which kicks off this weekend. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @Charl...
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On the show today, the group discusses Chris Richards lifting another trophy, Reyna’s Dortmund dilemma & USMNT Injury Concerns. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CharlieDavies9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TMeola1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit th...
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Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola preview the American players in the England Champions this season. Which #USMNT player will shine in England's most grueling division? Plus new Derby County striker Patrick Agyemang joins the show! The USMNT forward till chat about his Gold Cup experience and more! Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. ...
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Damion Downs joins Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola to talk about his move to Southampton, his Gold Cup experience, and the USMNT teammate he’s closest with (02:40). Plus, Tony shares his thoughts on Matt Turner’s return to New England (21:58). The guys also break down Tim Weah’s potential move to Marseille (26:38) and what a blockbuster signing like Son Heung-min would mean for LAFC and MLS (34:10). Plus, Vermont Green FC co-owner Patr...
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The Leagues Cup returns with a new format, but is it better than before? And should the tournament be held every year? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola dive into the tournament’s latest tweaks, including a heavier focus on MLS vs. Liga MX clashes. Plus, with Thomas Müller linked to Vancouver, the guys unpack MLS’ often-confusing discovery rights system and Cincinnati's dubious claim to the German star. Charlie backs a b...
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Is Gio Reyna headed for Serie A? Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies welcome on Marco Messina to dive into the USMNT midfielder’s rumored move to Parma and debate whether the youngest head coach in Europe's Top 5 leagues, Carlos Cuesta, can unlock Reyna’s full potential. The guys discuss Cavan Sullivan joining Man City for preseason training and whether the Philadelphia Union phenom can avoid the same pitfalls that derailed Freddy Adu’...
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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola run through the gambit of USMNT storylines. First up, Ecuador and Australia have been announced as October’s friendly opponents - what can we learn from those matchups (04:05)? Then, on the topic of irreplaceability, the crew agrees that Christian Pulisic remains Mauricio Pochettino's MVP (07:31). Josh Sargent’s next move goes under the microscope - is Burnley or Wolfsburg the better fit...
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USMNT midfield mainstay Tyler Adams joins Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola for an in-depth conversation following the Gold Cup. Tyler reflects on the team's mentality during the tournament, what he's learning under Mauricio Pochettino, the fierce competition for roster spots ahead of the 2026 World Cup, and what he hopes to accomplish this season with Bournemouth. Tyler also opens up about his commitment to giving back....
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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 intervi...
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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)....
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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 con...
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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...
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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 pape...
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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...
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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 d...
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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 behin...
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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 ...
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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 cr...
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