Sam's Army

by Samuel Army
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Soccer #165

The wild and wonderful world of soccer from an American perspective. Samuel Army and a rotating cast of fans, athletes and athlete fans discuss all the relevant goings-on from both sides of the pond. Headlines and a weekly recap plus previews and predictions with an emphasis on the Premier League and Champions League, along with the US men’s and women’s national teams, and just enough from the rest of Europe, MLS and NWSL to be dangerous. Episodes also typically feature candid interviews with players, coaches and other people of interest from in and around the sport. We aim to keep things light and entertaining but with enough analysis to appeal to fans new and old. Many people are calling Sam’s Army Podcast the best podcast they have ever listened to – not me, but many people. Note: true believers in #b2bwcw are eligible for a 22% to 26% discount at checkout. Holler!

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Recent Episodes
  • Poch's USMNT Spank Jamaica & Arsenal Upset Alert vs Nottingham Forest? (Int'l Break / MW #12)
    Nov 19, 2024 – 51:42
  • Week 11/Int'l Break: City Crashing Out, David Coote Said *WHAT* & USMNT vs Jamaica Preview
    Nov 12, 2024 – 01:23:53
  • Matchweek 10/11: Title Contenders Stumble & Are Nottingham Forest The Real Deal?
    Nov 5, 2024 – 01:08:13
  • Matchweek 9/10: Ten Hag's Legacy, Mount Rushmore of Soccer Content Machines + Ballon d'Rama
    Oct 30, 2024 – 01:11:17
  • Matchweek 8/9: Bournemouth Shocker, Wolves/City VAR, Arsenal vs LFC Preview + MLS Decision Day
    Oct 23, 2024 – 01:09:11
  • Int'l Break/Matchweek 8: Poch's USMNT Debut, Terrorist Tommy Tuchel & Saving Southampton
    Oct 17, 2024 – 01:04:14
  • Matchweek 7/Int'l Break: Spurs Collapse, McGregor vs Saka & Preview of Poch's USMNT
    Oct 7, 2024 – 53:34
  • Matchweek 6/7: Pep's Poopy Pants, Arteta's Integrity Gap & Ten Hag's Spursy Nightmare
    Sep 30, 2024 – 01:04:14
  • Matchweek 5/6: Arsenal's Discipline Problems & City's Rodri Problem
    Sep 23, 2024 – 58:12
  • Matchweek 4/5: Arsenal's Elite Bus-Parking, Pep vs Arteta & *NEW* Champions League
    Sep 16, 2024 – 01:02:32
  • MW#4 Preview: North London Dærby, ETH's Job Security + Alex Morgan's Farewell
    Sep 12, 2024 – 44:58
  • USMNT vs NZ: Winners/Losers from Wasted Window + Ode to Pochettino
    Sep 11, 2024 – 46:37
  • Matchweek 3: Everton's Collapse, Rice's Red, Casemiro's Daymare & USMNT's Poch-less Roster
    Sep 2, 2024 – 01:07:55
  • Matchweek 2: Madueke Cooks Wolves, NWSL Nixes Draft & Barça's Olmo Bailout
    Aug 27, 2024 – 01:17:24
  • Matchweek 1: Knee-Jerk Premier League Reactions, Pochettino to USMNT & MLS Dominating Leagues Cup
    Aug 20, 2024 – 01:06:34
  • Matchweek 0: EPL 2024-25 Season Preview + Chat w/ Tim Parker on StL-to-Revs Trade
    Aug 15, 2024 – 01:34:16
  • Ep 2.272: Mailbag f/t EPL Transfer Talk, McKennie to MLS & Galaxy Out-Sexying LAFC
    Aug 8, 2024 – 01:04:12
  • Ep 2.271: Canadian Cheating, Argentina/France Soccer War + Pep's Last Season
    Jul 29, 2024 – 38:35
  • Ep 2.270: Conmebol's Copa Calamity, USMNT's Next Coach & Euros Wrap
    Jul 15, 2024 – 01:10:30
  • Ep 2.269: USMNT vs Uruguay & Copa America (#NOTMAD) Post-Mortem
    Jul 2, 2024 – 40:33
  • Ep 2.268: USMNT (1-2) Panama Instant Reaction + Uruguay Preview
    Jun 28, 2024 – 43:04
  • Ep 2.267: Italy/Croatia, Spain Frauds(?) + USMNT vs Bolivia [Recap] & Panama [Preview]
    Jun 24, 2024 – 01:10:51
  • Ep 2.266: Euro 2024, Copa America & USMNT vs Bolivia Preview
    Jun 19, 2024 – 46:07
  • Ep 2.265: Sam's Army 3.0, USMNT vs Brazil & Euro 2024 Preview
    Jun 13, 2024 – 57:59
  • Ep 2.264: City's (Destructive?) Dominance, Ange vs Spurs Fans & USMNT Roster Drop w/ DC United's Alex Bono
    May 21, 2024 – 01:17:08
  • Ep 2.263: Marsch to Canada, Toronto/NYCFC Fisticuffs & Spurs vs City Permutations
    May 14, 2024 – 01:10:22
  • Ep 2.262: Everton Ownership Woes, Liverpool Stomp Spurs & UCL Previews
    May 7, 2024 – 01:07:26
  • Ep 2.261: EPL Spending Cap, Klopp vs Salah & Spurs No-Win Run-In + Chicago Fire/USMNT's Kellyn Acosta chat
    Apr 30, 2024 – 01:29:38
  • Ep 2.260: FA Cup Replays/Madness, Deduction Dærby Drama + North London Dærby Preview
    Apr 23, 2024 – 01:22:52
  • Ep 2.259: Bayer's Unreal Season (Best Ever?), Arsenal/Liverpool Recriminations & UCL Preview
    Apr 16, 2024 – 01:05:03
  • Ep 2.258: EPL Luxury Tax, MLS vs USL, United/Liverpool & UCL Previews
    Apr 9, 2024 – 01:07:49
  • Ep 2.257: Fenerbahce, Korbin Albert, City/Arsenal Recriminations & Ode to Klopp
    Apr 2, 2024 – 01:06:05
  • Ep 2.256: Wenger's Offside Rule, City/Arsenal Preview + USMNT 2-0 Mexico Breakdown
    Mar 26, 2024 – 01:11:53
  • Ep 2.255: Pep's Legacy, United/Liverpool Postmortem + USMNT vs Jamaica Preview
    Mar 19, 2024 – 01:19:55
  • Ep 2.254: Liverpool vs City Controversies; USWNT Takeaways & FA Cup Preview
    Mar 12, 2024 – 01:02:27
  • Ep 2.253: Prison FC's Dumbest Acquisition, Ref Robs Real Madrid + Liverpool/City Preview
    Mar 5, 2024 – 01:01:15
  • Ep 2.252: Bundesliga Protests, MLS Hot Takes, Gio Reyna & Manchester Dærby Preview
    Feb 27, 2024 – 01:03:58
  • Ep 2.251: MLS Killing US Open Cup; Terrorist Tuchel's Troubles & Carabao Cup Final Preview
    Feb 20, 2024 – 01:19:14
  • Ep 2.250: Blue Cards, Duncan McGuire, Anfield vs Emirates & PL Power Rankings
    Feb 13, 2024 – 50:58
  • Ep 2.249: WC26 Details, Miami's World Tour, Gio Reyna & Arsenal-Liverpool Takeaways
    Feb 6, 2024 – 01:01:47
  • Ep 2.248: Klopp & Xavi Long Goodbyes, FA Cup Craziness + Arsenal/Liverpool Preview
    Jan 30, 2024 – 53:03
  • Ep 2.247: United CEO, Serie A Racism, Liverpool or Arsenal & USMNT Winners/Losers
    Jan 23, 2024 – 01:05:01
  • Ep 2.246: Financial Fair Malarkey, Gio Reyna's Next Stop & #OverTrain COOKING
    Jan 17, 2024 – 01:28:37
  • Ep 2.245: USMNT Transfer Talk, Ange The Werner Whisperer & Arsenal's Panic Level
    Jan 9, 2024 – 01:11:11
  • Ep 2.244: Super League 2.0, Turkish Super Cup Drama & Premier League's Hot vs Not
    Jan 2, 2024 – 01:31:59
  • Ep 2.243: MLS Own Goals, FIFA Club World Cup & Liverpool/Arsenal Preview
    Dec 19, 2023 – 01:28:32
  • Ep 2.242: Bundesliga Selling Out, Aston Villa's Title Hopes & The War on Refs
    Dec 12, 2023 – 01:25:19
  • Ep 2.241: Women's UCL, Copa America Draw, City/Spurs Postmortem & MLS Cup Preview
    Dec 5, 2023 – 01:03:00
  • Ep 2.240: Expanding VAR, City vs Liverpool + MLS Playoffs f/t STL City's Tim Parker
    Nov 28, 2023 – 01:15:41
  • Ep 2.239: USMNT vs T&T, Dest's Dismissal + EPL Preview f/t City vs Liverpool
    Nov 21, 2023 – 01:31:05
Recent Reviews
  • sddrtthgf
    Best soccer podcast
    Best American soccer podcast imo
  • RP Peters
    Great overall off the cuff analysis
    Overall the podcast gives a good analysis of world soccer from the Yanks perspective without spending too much time on MLS/NWSL/USMNT news. I personally prefer a once or twice a week format. One suggestion however please change the opening music intro. It is horrible. Sounds like you combined a World Cup game and a funeral.
  • poc678
    Immature content and host
    I really like the cohosts and guests on the podcast. The host, not so much. He seems uninformed and gets facts wrong when speaking on a variety of topics. I find it difficult to read his writing as well. But I suppose his style and humor are for a specific target audience and not for the general market. I also find his social media attacks which are of a personal nature on others in the media space to be disgusting and find his arguments that he’s unfairly maligned because of his association with Barstool sports not convincing.
  • jeremy-o
    Shocked that I like a podcast by a Tottenham guy
    Wow!
  • Michael L04
    Awesome!
    Great podcast and great content. Glad I started listening.
  • samweave
    Exceptional, unbiased content
    Sometime soccer fans need to be put in their place. Sam’s that guy letting the danglies flow and giving some of the best soccer content on this side of the pond. Great pod with good variety of content.
  • Twittttjodsfw
    Great podcast
    The official podcast of the B2BWC champions. Get on the bandwagon now before it’s too late
  • R1mobley
    Soccer is no laughing matter, sir
    Long time listener. If you’re looking for an American take on soccer, whether it’s premier league, MLS, or the national team, Sam and crew are the guys to go to. Keep it up!
  • müller_carson
    Best podcast any genre, any topic
    My favorite part of the week is when a new episode drops.
  • jjanis32
    Weekly listen
    Great weekly listen in and out of season. Fun conversations. I do, at times, get riled up by Tyler Terens and hope only the worst for Liverpool. Sam is great. Everyone else is great basically.
  • HarrisonAbn
    Best soccer podcast
    You aren’t a soccer fan if you don’t listen to Sam’s army!!!
  • adam azriel
    Great All around
    Great podcast for soccer listeners. Right amount of joking around and seriousness.
  • Brad Eh.
    5 star podcast Samuel
    Keep giving the people what they want (need).
  • Gounter76
    Awesome pod
    As a (small time) podcaster myself, I can truly appreciate the hard work that goes into making a consistent, consistent good podcast. Especially when multiple people are involved. But that’s besides the point that it’s an insightful and well thought-out podcast hosted by a very handsome man ;)
  • DGibson120
    Never miss an episode
    Football podcast GOAT
  • Ross421214
    Just found out about this podcast
    Super cool and really good listen. I enjoy the content
  • dynabro
    Fun Soccer Podcast
    Sam’s Army is an awesome soccer podcast for all soccer fans. The gang is absolutely hilarious and better yet, they actually know what they are talking about. Fantastic listen, would definitely recommend listening weekly.
  • Colin25smith
    Fantastic
    Best podcast ever.
  • Leroy Haley
    Football Hero
    The pundit the world of footy needs and deserves.
  • Mling732
    Best Futbol Pod out there
    Feels just like chatting with the lads about football on casual evening. Always fun topics on the pod and can’t wait for what’s to come!
  • lauramts
    perfection
    even though Sam has the misfortune and poor taste of being a Tottenham fan, he doesn’t let that poor taste eke into his commentary. It’s funny, insightful, and entertaining and a must listen every week.
  • hkelseyh
    Great
    Love this podcast! More than just soccer a analysis. Fun and community oriented, keep it up!
  • corny223
    Awesome!
    This man is hilarious and witty about soccer And everything about the game.
  • PolishMamba
    Tweedle City
    My favorite soccer podcast, I wish Larry was on it more often but it’s always a must listen. Makes my day when it drops. Also helps that’s it’s based out of Chicago. Keep it up Sam!
  • MarshmallowTaco
    Would be Six Stars If Possible
    Amazing
  • chinoiserie77
    Eric dier is a poormans Jordan Henderson
    Might be the best football pod outside of Europe. Maybe even including europe.
  • IanH292929
    Podcast review
    Very big fan of Sam’s podcast. Always knowledgeable and adds humor. Also ain’t to bad at picking some winners. Need to get to the fire pitch and play some pickup with everyone.
  • sizemover
    Must Listen for Soccer Enthusiasts
    Sam’s podcasts give great analysis as well as general information on the big leagues. Definitely give a listen if you follow the greatest sport on earth.
  • Sfhhhssss
    Easy listen!
    Great footy pod for the commute!
  • TennisPro3
    This Podcast Saved My Marriage
    I’m not married, but if I was, Sam and this podcast WOULD have saved it. And that says something, right?
  • Nathan Passarelli
    Soccer!
    Best one out there!
  • Morgue-Blade
    Real Soccer Content
    Move aside lads in sport coats.
  • Lord Gumby
    Top podcast
    The best podcast for American soccer fans
  • mattheid1996
    Smartest Spurs fan
    I like this guy and his content. He’s arguably the goat. Although, he is a Tottenham supporter and I’m not sure that a Tottenham fam has ever been the best at anything. Either way, this is a 5 star pod.
  • US.app.rater
    One of a Kind
    This is by far the greatest podcast the soccer gods have blessed us with to date. The perfect blend of news, analysis, hot takes, and tasteful propaganda to enrich your ears. When the day comes and we finally lift the World Cup, this podcast and its following will be to thank.
  • ElliotPhillimore
    Amazing Podcast for US fans of Soccer
    This was my first ever podcast that I listened a few years back. Absolutely loved the format and how Sam has brought new formats, to stay hip and up with the kids these days, while keeping the old ones to retain the loyal following. Great podcast for Tottenham supporters to laugh, and cry, about the glorious and best North London club. Definitely recommend you give it a listen
  • Straka14
    Best Soccer podcast
    GOATW is this podcast. Makes me laugh and somewhat informs me of soccer. Keeping it going sam
  • PC15PC15PC
    Best soccer podcast around
    If you want the best soccer coverage in the US, listen here
  • Fafwag6
    Best pod
    Best football podcast out there
  • Cmart13
    It’s called SOCCER!
    In the annals of soccer history there are many agreed upon heroes and legends. There’s even an indisputable short list of GOATS. Samuel Army drops dimes and puts the hurt on all of them in what will go down in those annals as the greatest podcast of all time. As he sends home every “no scoring, so boring” numpty who listens utterly confused about all the warm tinglies they feel, Sam reminds us all what it’s all about: Life, liberty, and the pursuit of soccer (IT’S CALLED F*^ING SOCCER!) #pray4em.
  • 15naftalisb
    F00ty Bnter
    Gr8 F00ty Bnter M8
  • Nick Lisowsk
    Great content, highly recommend
    Sam’s podcast in one of the best if not the best in terms of soccer within the United States. He covers all the major leagues as well as the MLS and isn’t a stick in the mud like a lot of other pundits, definitely give a listen!
  • Triplet1322
    Great pod!
    Knowledgeable and a lot of fun.
  • jeosieiso
    Sam’s Army podcast is simply must listen
    I have been listening to Sam’s Army podcast for quite a while now and I can easily say that it’s an absolute delight. I have referred it to countless friends who are footy fans or new to footy and they have all enjoyed it! I love Liverpool but I’m an avid Baby Jesus supporter and I will be cheering on our boys and listening to Sam’s Army throughout the WC!!! #b2bwcw #pray4em (my ig is @josephwarren_33)
  • JANGO DARK BLADE
    USA 🇺🇸
    Love the Instagram page! #AnsuFatiKitGiveAway
  • miguelitooooo2
    Peace and love
    There’s only one MATT TURNER
  • JGlenn24
    5 Stars
    Best soccer podcast around.
  • hduwhdbu uh dbs
    Top playlist
    I would listen to this podcast every day if I could. Both funny and insightful. Great footy discussion
  • kjg713
    #terroristtuchelout #captainamericain
    USA
  • JakeGGMU
    Great podcast
    Good insights
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