Felipe Cardenas

Felipe Cardenas, a journalist for The Athletic and CBS Sports, and Luis Miguel Echegaray, ESPN's South American football expert, dive into the rise and fall of Colombia in the '90s. They reminisce about the charismatic team featuring Carlos Valderrama and the unforgettable 5-0 win over Argentina. The conversation uncovers the dark backdrop of cartels and the tragic murder of Andres Escobar after a fateful own goal in 1994. Listeners gain insights into Colombia's vibrant football culture amidst societal turmoil and the haunting realities the players faced.

In this podcast, experts discuss what Lionel Messi's arrival means for American soccer. They explore the impact of previous stars who tried to crack the USA, and analyze how Messi and Inter Miami will build on his arrival. Ex-MLS players share insights on playing soccer in the States and how Messi will fit in. The podcast also touches on the growth of soccer in the US, the influence of star players, and the aspirations of Inter Miami's owners.

Carl Anka, European football writer with a nose for tournament drama, and Felipe Cardenas, international football analyst focused on CONCACAF, dissect the fallout of a dramatic playoff night. They tackle Italy missing out again, Bastoni’s red card and national decline. They also spotlight Bosnia’s heroics, Tonali transfer talk, DR Congo and Jamaica’s playoff stories, and worries over the USMNT’s form.