The Potuk Calling The Kettle Black - TFW vol. 19 - May 24, 2013
The Turkish Super League season has wrapped up, but there's always something going on in Turkish football. This week on Turkish Football Weekly, the hosts take a look at the last week of the Turkish Super League season, with a particular focus on the relegation battle. The Turkish Cup final is also reviewed. The PTT 1st division promotional playoffs have gotten underway, and the initial matches are discussed. News this week has focus on a few coaching changes that have occurred, and the transfer of Alper Potuk, which garnered many headlines in the Turkish sports media.
Clausura Finalist, Xolos v Atletico and Mexico Call ups - MSS vol. 20 - May 21, 2013
Mexico has two finalists - Club America and Cruz Azul. The Clausura 2013 will have a Clasico Joven final. Tom, Eric, Jonny, and Nayib talk about Mexico football's final, and what are the possible outcomes. In the second part, they look at Xolos big game against Atletico Mineiro, Chepo's recent Mexico call-up, and the busy junta de dueños (owner's meeting).
Legacy of Golden Balls, future of Manchester and more - KIWR vol. 16 - May 20, 2013
This week on Kicking it with Raphael, I welcomed on Goal.com Senior Editor Zac Lee Rigg. Zac and I discussed the legacy of David Beckham and what he contributed to the world of football. We then analyzed the two Manchester football clubs and discussed their futures. We finished off the show by talking about the rosters of the Brazilian National Football Team for the confederations cup and the US National Football Team for the next 5 matches.
Mad About Futbol vol. 39 - Smells Like Teen Spirit, The Spirit of Hasselbaink and The Consumption of Spirits - May 17, 2013
This was a truly fun edition of the Mad About Futbol Show as we were joined by Greg Lalas (@gaetjens) of MLSSoccer.com as well as from the Kicking and Screening Festival. There we talked with him about the festival entries as well as the state of the game as American soccer is still looking for its Nevermind- that break out moment to generate a new era in the culture.
We also were joined by good friend Piero Menor (@PieroYNoPuedo) as he was still over the moon with Atlético Madrid's victory against Real Madrid in the Copa Del Rey final. That was their first victory against the Merengues and Piero talked about how many Atlético fans were born and had not seen a Colchonero victory in their lives. Truly a special time for the Atlético Madrid international ambassador.
We also talk about Copa Lib as well as certain plans that are in the works for (@MadAboutFutbol) So join us on Twitter, Facebook and on World Football Daily for the latest.
Inonu's Demolition Derby - TFW vol. 18 - May 17, 2013
A lengthy Turkish Football Weekly is on tap this week (apologies in advance). Week 33 results of the Turkish Super League are reviewed. Much of the discussion focuses on the Fenerbahce-Galatasaray derby, which was overshadowed by off the pitch issues rather than on the field issues. The schedule for the final week of this Turkish Super League is discussed, with the focus on the three relegation candidates who are set to duke it out to survive. Special guest Kaan Bayazit (@razzerian on Twitter) joins the podcast for a discussion on Inonu Stadium and his views on the Fenerbahce-Galatasaray derby and the issues that surrounded it.
Mangerial Merry-Go-Round and Brazil a Summer Away - KIWR vol. 15 - May 16, 2013
This week on Kicking It With Raphael Fox Soccer's Marc Serber and I discussed all the potential changes the new manager at Man City will have to make. We also discussed Man United aging roster and talked about which youngsters will build themselves legacies. Finally Marc and I discussed Brazil's confederations cup roster. Was it fair for Brazil to leave off Kaka? Find out by listening right now!
Liga MX Final Four, Xolos in Libertadores, and Mexicans Abroad - MSS vol. 19 - May 14, 2013
Club America, Rayados, Santos, and Cruz Azul are Liga MXs Final Four. Tom Marshall, Eric Gómez, Jonny Rico, and Nayib Morán look at the two semi-final series and decide which teams are in best form during the grand finale. In the second part, they talk about Xolos Libertadores' Dream and begin the highly famous fútbol de estufa or transfer talk for Liga MX players and Mexicans abroad.
Mad About Futbol vol. 38 - Claudio Bieler - May 10, 2013
In this edition of Mad About Futbol we speak to Sporting KC goalscorer Claudio Bieler as he talks about all things so far this season. In this interview he talks about how things evolved and he is now playing in MLS. He also believes that MLS has the potential to play and compete well enough in the Copa Libertadores.
We also spoke about his adaptation and how he sees things in his native Argentina as well as his chances to be called up for the Ecuadorian national team.
That, plus George lacking in pimpness, and he fights back.
You can follow Claudio on Twitter (@TacaBielerSKC) as well as Radio Lollipop (@RadioLollipop) and Fado Miami (@FacoMiami)
The Champ Is Here - TFW vol. 17 - May 10, 2013
This week on Turkish Football Weekly: Week 32 results of the Turkish Super League are reviewed. This includes discussion on the relegation fight and whether the championship was clinched this week. The Week 33 schedule is also reviewed. News this week concerns the death of Bursaspor chairman Ibrahim Yazici, news concerning Genclerbirligi, and a debate concerning the news of Trabzonspor chairman Sadri Sener not running for another term in that position.
EPL Insiders and Confederations Cup Talk - KIWR vol. 14 - May 09, 2013
This week on Kicking it with Raphael I was joined by EPL insider David Wiseman. We discussed the relegation battle and who will finish in the top 4 . We spoke about the future of all the managers in the EPL and who will be on the hot seat this summer.
Next I was joined by Fox Soccer's Marc Serber and we previewed the Confederations Cup and discussed the latest rumors around the football world.
