- 51 minutes 18 secondsUSMNT vs. Belgium Preview & Predictions: Can Poch's Men Reach the Quarterfinals? (Soccer 7/3)
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola set their sights on the Round of 16 after the USMNT's convincing 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina booked a showdown with Belgium. With Folarin Balogun suspended, the crew debates whether Ricardo Pepi is the obvious choice to lead the line or if Mauricio Pochettino should consider another option.
Then it's all about the Red Devils. The guys break down the projected starting XIs, identify Belgium's biggest strengths and vulnerabilities, and share their three keys to pulling off a famous victory.
And Tony reflects on the 2002 USMNT squad that made the nation's only World Cup quarterfinal to date, and what this current group can learn as it looks to make history.
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3 July 2026, 10:00 am - 44 minutes 43 seconds10-man USMNT keep World Cup dream alive against Bosnia and Herzegovina | Round of 32 Reaction & Analysis (Soccer 7/2)
Live from Recess Chicago, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa unpack the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina to clinch a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16. The crew breaks down Folarin Balogun and Malik Tillman's clutch goals, the U.S. grinding out a knockout stage win despite going down a man, and the controversial red card shown to Balogun. Referee analyst Christina Unkel joins the show to explain the bizarre decision and whether the officials got it right. Plus, with Belgium up next, the guys look ahead to one of the USMNT's toughest tests yet and discuss what Mauricio Pochettino's side must do to keep its World Cup run alive.
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2 July 2026, 4:36 am - 11 minutes 14 seconds"All the pressure is on the USMNT" | Asmir Begović Previews USA vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina (Soccer 6/30)
Call It What You Want brings you the latest news and analysis from around the USMNT camp as part of 48 Nations, CBS Sports Golazo Network's comprehensive coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ahead of the USMNT's Round of 32 showdown with Bosnia and Herzegovina, Benny Feilhaber, Marcelo Balboa, Troy Deeney and Poppy Miller are joined by former Bosnia goalkeeper and Premier League winner Asmir Begović. They discuss what reaching the knockout stage means for Bosnia, how the Dragons can upset the USMNT, and why this matchup is about much more than just a place in the Round of 16.
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30 June 2026, 11:29 pm - 59 minutes 48 secondsCan USMNT End European Drought? | USA vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina Preview & Predictions | World Cup Mailbag! (Soccer 6/29)
The knockout rounds are here! Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola look ahead to the USMNT's Round of 32 showdown with Bosnia and Herzegovina, but first tip their caps to Jesse Marsch and Canada for booking their place in the Round of 16. If Mauricio Pochettino's boys gets that far, a meeting with either Senegal or Belgium awaits. Does that change things?
The crew discusses the USMNT's poor record against European opposition before breaking down Bosnia's biggest strengths and their projected XIs. And with everything on the line, how many minutes Christian Pulisic should play?
Then it's Mailbag time, where the crew answer your questions, including whether this USMNT could be even better in 2030 and which player has raised their stock the most at the World Cup.
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29 June 2026, 10:00 pm - 14 minutes 14 secondsCanada Advance to RD32, Marsch Calls Team "Canadian Heroes" (Soccer 6/29)
Call It What You Want brings you the latest news and analysis from around the USMNT camp as part of 48 Nations, CBS Sports Golazo Network's comprehensive coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Hannah Cash, Jimmy Conrad, Tony Meola, and Jaydee Dyer react to Canada's dramatic, historic victory over South Africa, a result that sends the World Cup co-hosts into the Round of 16. The crew breaks down Jesse Marsch's passionate postgame speech and looks ahead to a potential showdown with either the Netherlands or Morocco.
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29 June 2026, 5:05 pm - 13 minutes 36 secondsUSMNT Transfer Rumors + Pochettino Extension Talks (Soccer 6/28)
Call It What You Want brings you the latest news and analysis from around the USMNT camp as part of 48 Nations, CBS Sports Golazo Network's comprehensive coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
With the knockout rounds underway, Lisa Carlin, Jimmy Conrad and Tony Meola are joined by Tom Bogert to separate fact from fiction as the transfer rumor mill kicks into overdrive. Could Folarin Balogun's World Cup performances earn him a blockbuster move? Is Christian Pulisic set to move stateside? And what's next for breakout midfielder Sebastian Berhalter?
Plus, the crew react to reports that U.S. Soccer is already looking to extend Mauricio Pochettino's contract for another World Cup cycle.
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28 June 2026, 4:47 pm - 40 minutes 50 secondsPochettino's Rotations Backfire? USMNT Lose to Türkiye in Group D Finale (Soccer 6/26)
The USMNT's winning run at the 2026 World Cup came to an end, falling 3-2 to Türkiye in their Group D finale. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa assess the performance, debate Mauricio Pochettino's nine changes and tactical approach, and give Türkiye credit for taking the game to the co-hosts. The crew also hands out player ratings, breaks down Australia and Paraguay's fight for second place, and looks ahead to the USMNT's Round of 32 path.
Plus, the guys discuss Christian Pulisic's impact off the bench and how he can help the team regain momentum ahead of the Bosnia and Herzegovina clash.
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26 June 2026, 5:45 am - 51 minutes 25 secondsTop Spot Secured! | USMNT vs. Türkiye Preview & Predictions | World Cup Mailbag!(Soccer 6/23)
The USMNT has already locked up top spot in Group D, but there's still plenty to play for against Türkiye. Will Mauricio Pochettino rotate his squad, protect key players on yellow cards, or keep the momentum rolling ahead of the knockout stage? Jimmy Conrad, Tony Meola, and Marcelo Balboa discuss the team's potential Round of 32 opponents, the pros and cons of resting stars like Christian Pulisic, and which fringe players deserve their World Cup moment. Plus, the guys answer your World Cup mailbag questions, debate whether Weston McKennie is the greatest U.S. midfielder ever, and make their predictions for the final group-stage showdown.
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23 June 2026, 9:01 pm - 48 minutes 58 secondsUSMNT clinch World Cup round of 32 berth | USA 2-0 Australia Reaction (Soccer 6/19)
The USMNT are through to the World Cup knockout stage, but Mauricio Pochettino's biggest decisions may still lie ahead.
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Tony Meola, Marcelo Balboa, and Australia's public enemy No. 1, Mike Grella, react to a historic victory over the Socceroos. The crew breaks down the standout performances, the impact of Christian Pulisic's absence, debate the two-striker system, identify the biggest winners and losers from the night, and look ahead to the game against Türkiye. Plus, fans check in from Seattle and Boston, and Grella takes his victory lap to the chagrin of a whole continent!
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19 June 2026, 11:13 pm - 51 minutes 9 secondsBring on the Socceroos! | USMNT vs. Australia Preview & Predictions | World Cup Group D Mailbag! (Soccer 6/17)
The USMNT can take a giant step toward winning Group D in Friday's clash against Australia. Should Mauricio Pochettino stick to his winning formula or rotate his squad? Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola preview the clash, breaking down the Socceroos' impressive win over Türkiye, where they can trouble the World Cup co-hosts, and the key matchups that could decide the game. Plus, with Christian Pulisic still nursing a calf injury, who should replace him in the starting lineup? And finally, the guys open the World Cup mailbag to answer your biggest questions.
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17 June 2026, 10:09 pm - 46 minutes 8 secondsIs this real life?! | USMNT start World Cup with dominant win over Paraguay (Soccer 6/13)
The USMNT is off to a dream start at the home World Cup following a statement 4-1 win over Paraguay, and the Call It What You Want crew breaks it all down.
Live from the Power & Light District in Kansas City, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, Benny Feilhaber, Chris Wittyngham, Kelley O’Hara, and countless ecstatic U.S. fans react to an incredible night where Folarin Balogun scored twice and Gio Reyna capped things off in style.
The crew discusses the vibes around Mauricio Pochettino’s team, Christian Pulisic’s precautionary exit, and what's left to come in Group D. How much can we read into this opening statement? Are we getting carried away? Or is this just the start of deep run in the tournament?
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