Jota & Andre Silva Tribute, Messi’s Move to Europe & Freese on Pochettino | It’s Called Soccer EP 39

This week on the Summer Series, Dax McCarty and Taylor Twellman are joined by Rob Stone and Matt Freese. Dax and Taylor open with an emotional tribute to Jota and André Silva, reflecting on the devastating loss and what it means to them — as fathers, husbands, and teammates. Then: the shock of the tournament — Man City’s early exit from the Club World Cup. Dax questions if the Saudi league is better than people think, while Taylor breaks down Pep’s priorities and why this loss might not be what it seems. The guys also weigh in on Klopp’s comments about football’s relentless schedule — and how it’s breaking players down. Over in the U.S., Chelsea’s delayed match sparks a response from Dax, who calls out how common these disruptions are stateside — and pushes back on Enzo Maresca’s criticism. Plus: reactions to Cristiano Ronaldo’s new deal, Malik Tillman’s move to Leverkusen, and what’s behind the chaos at Toronto FC. Rob Stone joins to talk all things USMNT — the team’s emotional state, the challenge of facing Mexico, and where the program stands with fans. Then, Matt Freese sits down 1-on-1 with Dax and Taylor: from the message he got from Pochettino, to saving three penalties in a Gold Cup shootout, to the childhood inspirations that shaped his game. It’s a standout interview you don’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices