Jimmy Conrad and Brian McBride react to Mauricio Pochettino's first public appearance since being unveiled as the new USMNT head coach (02:15). With the door apparently open to every player, should Poch call up the reigning MLS MVP and soon to be U.S. citizen Luciano Acosta? (09:24) Guillem Balague, the author of “Brave New World: Inside Pochettino’s Spurs,” joins to share some insights into the former Tottenham and Chelsea manager’s relationship with Emma Hayes, his players, and the coaching staff that has followed him wherever he’s gone (21:11). Will Poch have enough time before the World Cup to implement his style of play? (45:57) And how big of a bonus should he get if the team goes all the way in 2026? (52:41) And CBS Sports' Pardeep Cattry joins to talk about sights and sounds from Poch’s first press conference (1:01:46)!

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The wait is finally over! Mauricio Pochettino has been announced as the next head coach of the USMNT (1:56). But the former Chelsea and Tottenham will have his work cut out for him following the team's dull 1-1 draw against New Zealand. Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola react to the worst-kept secret in sports being made official and discuss their expectations (15:30). What went wrong against the Kiwis? (20:54) Which players' stock rose and whose fell during the September window? (33:33) And what are Poch's key decisions ahead of October's friendlies against Panama and Mexico? (38:43) And with an Argentine now at the helm, the guys discuss the history of foreign managers leading American players (52:08).

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola pick over the rubble following Saturday's disappointing loss to Canada and discuss Mikey Varas and Tim Ream's post-game comments which pointed to the lack of drive and intensity against Jesse Marsch's team. With Mauricio Pochettino reportedly waiting in the wings to take charge of the USMNT, what are the first things the former Tottenham and Chelsea boss needs to address? In the immediate term, the guys underline what needs to change ahead of Tuesday's clash against the All Whites, and Jimmy has a stab at naming the starting XI. And the crew close things out by taking questions from the CIWYW community!

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Jesse Marsch was the only American smiling after his prediction of a 2-1 Canada win over the U.S. came to pass. Jimmy Conrad, Tony Meola and Brian McBride analyze the USMNT’s first performance since the disastrous Copa America campaign (1:30). The guys discuss the team’s struggles to deal with Canada’s press and speculate as to how Mauricio Pochettino might have viewed the game (09:50). Then, the player ratings don’t make for flattering listening for the likes of Tim Ream, Johnny Cardoso or Yunus Musah (18:15). And while the center back pairing is the area of most concern for the crew, the lack of vocal leaders and physicality is another worrying trait for the Stars and Stripes (36:08). A discussion about the changes Mikey Varas should make for Tuesday’s clash against New Zealand (46:55). And finally, another setback for Gio Reyna, and have Mexico found an international break cheat code (50:20)?

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola welcome back former CIWYW co-host Jesse Marsch, now the coach of Canada, as he prepares to face off against the nation of his birth on Saturday. Jesse breaks his silence on the drone scandal that rocked Canada Soccer over the summer and discusses his Copa America baptism by fire, as well as working with players like Alphonso Davies. The conversation then turns to the USMNT, where Jesse shares his thoughts on Mauricio Pochettino, interim coach Mikey Varas, the mindset of U.S. players, and the growing rivalry between CONCACAF's largest nations. Finally, the guys reflect on the interview and preview the latest installment of USA vs. Canada. 

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Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Tony Meola drill down into Mikey Varas' 24-man roster and the mindset of the players looking to impress the team's next head coach (02:05). Tony shares his thoughts on the goalkeepers selected for the September camp, and with Jedi Robinson and Sergino Dest both unavailable, the guys discuss the relative lack of depth in the outside back and defensive positions (14:14). In Americans Abroad news, it was a good weekend for the likes of Aidan Morris and Cade Cowell, while it was another matchday to forget for Gio Reyna and Folarin Balogun (29:30). Tanner Tessmann and Matt Turner sit on opposite ends of the spectrum in a conversation about the best and worst moves of the summer transfer window (45:47). And finally, to Charlie's chagrin the guys reveal their teams of the month!

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Interim USMNT coach Mikey Varas has called up 24 players, including senior men national team first-timers Marlon Fossey and Diego Kochen, to a September camp that includes friendlies against Canada and New Zealand. Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies discuss the notable inclusions and omissions in the first roster of the post-Berhalter era, as well as the conspicuous absence of a Mauricio Pochettino announcement. 

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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!

The Morning Footy crew welcome in Barnsley's American goalkeeper, on loan from Chelsea, Gaga Slonina. The group discuss Slonina's incredible start to life with the League One outfit, his career journey, playing with Donovan Pines, the preparation for upcoming Carabao Cup match against Manchester United, and his conversations with the USMNT's presumptive new head coach Mauricio Pochettino. And finally, a chat about what he misses about Chicago and his personal goals while at Barnsley.

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As USMNT fans wait for Mauricio Pochettino to be announced with bated breath, Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies and Brian McBride welcome in Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic to discuss the latest in US Soccer's pursuit of Gregg Berhalter's successor (03:25). Will Chelsea clear the way for the Argentine to take the reins for the upcoming friendlies? And if not, will interim coach Mikey Varas be selecting the roster? In Americans Abroad news, it was a good weekend for Brenden Aaronson and the strikers in the player pool not named Folarin Balogun (27:59). Could the Monaco man lose his spot on the national team? In transfer news, Weston McKennie and Tim Weah will have more competition at Juventus, Tanner Tessmann nears a move to Lyon, and Gio Reyna has accepted his role at Dortmund (48:49). Finally, the Columbus Crew added the Leagues Cup to their trophy cabinet, but can they be considered among MLS' greatest ever teams? (57:17)

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Don't miss CBS Sports Golazo Network's Morning Footy, now in podcast form! Our crew brings you all the news, views, highlights and laughs you need to follow the Beautiful Game in every corner of the globe, every Monday-Friday all year long.

The Morning Footy crew welcome in USMNT & AC Milan midfielder Yunus Musah to discuss the upcoming match between his club and Parma taking place on CBS. The group also dive into the evolution of his skillset, the new concepts that Paulo Fonseca is bringing to the table at Milan, the reports about Mauricio Pochettino agreeing to be the USMNT's new head coach, and the vibes at Milan. And finally, a chat about the quality of Christian Pulisic's Italian.

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Jimmy Conrad and Charlie Davies welcome in friend of the show Marco Messina to discuss the start of the Serie A season and the Americans plying their trade (at least for now) in the Italian top-flight. What are Paulo Fonseca's plans for Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah? Will Weston McKennie and Tim Weah be staples of Thiago Motta's starting XI? And why are Venezia intent on getting rid of Tanner Tessmann? The guys turn their attention elsewhere in Europe, praising Haji Wright's brace-scoring heroics for Coventry and discussing Gaga Slonina in the context of Mauricio Pochettino's first-choice goalkeeper. Then, Mark McKenzie's move to Ligue 1 side Toulouse and Cameron Carter-Vickers' time at Tottenham spark a convo about the USMNT's center-back pool. Will Tim Ream still be in the frame for the World Cup? And finally, it's an all-MLS affair in the Leagues Cup semifinals!

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