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Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard
Hosted by Landon Donovan, Tim Howard · EN
Landon Donovan and Tim Howard are the cream of the crop of US Men’s Soccer. Every week join the former USMNT players and National Soccer Hall of Famers to explore the global phenomenon we call soccer; from Major League Soccer to the Premier League and international play in the lead up to the 2026 World Cup here in North America, Landon and Tim will take you through the biggest match-ups and hottest stories, all the way through extra time.
New episodes drop every Tuesday. Make sure you're following the show on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us at @UnfilteredSoccr on X and @UnfilteredSoccer on all other social platforms for bonus content.
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Mauricio Pochettino Stays: Can the USMNT Finally Beat Elite Teams? | Unfiltered Soccer
Yesterday01:03:33Summary readyMauricio Pochettino is staying with the USMNT! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim discuss the challenges ahead for the U.S. Men’s National Team head coach as they head into the first post-World Cup FIFA International friendly window and whether young talent like Cavan Sullivan might be the answers to the team’s problems. They also turn their attention across the pond as the English Premier League is set to return this weekend, and Arsenal hit the ground running as defending champions instead of on the hunt. They also discuss Chucky Lozano’s move to the LA Galaxy, and whether Timo Werner’s first MLS season will result in a new tattoo for Tim. Plus, in the AT&T Fan Connection, the guys are answering your questions about the EFL Championship, how scouting works, and whether Vermont Green FC can one day find themselves promoted to USL League One. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim air on Tuesdays. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard engineered and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp, with editing support from Andrew Hartley and Adrien Alderete. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. 00:00 Intro 2:12 Pochettino returns 23:58 Chucky Lozano debuts for Galaxy 26:44 Cow and Banjo Watch 34:20 EPL transfers 37:30 Worried about City? 42:18 Moyes and Everton 43:50 FIFA and Infantino 53:15 Fan Connection Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Thank you to our additional sponsors: AT&T. Connecting Changes Everything. Visit AT&T Guarantee: Reliable Connectivity & Service | AT&T to learn more. Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. Every match brings new opportunities, and FanDuel gives you plenty of ways to get in on the action. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app to get started. Walmart. Walmart plays on Saturdays. Who knew? Visit walmart.com/MLS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryGuess The Starting XI – USMNT & Everton | Unfiltered Soccer
1w ago00:17:19Summary readyCan you guess these Starting XIs? On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim guess the Starting XI’s from their famous World Cup game against Algeria, their win over Spain at the 2009 Confederations Cup, Tim’s USMNT debut in 2002, and Landon’s Everton debut in 2010. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim air on Tuesdays. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was recorded at Quad Studios in New York City. It was engineered, edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryTim Howard & Landon Donovan: How This World Cup Changed American Soccer Forever | Unfiltered Soccer
3w ago00:10:35Summary readyThat's a wrap on the 2026 World Cup! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim discuss the whirlwind of the last 6 weeks – from Landon’s insane travel schedule to our amazing live shows. Plus, the guys discuss how the tournament will impact American soccer, and how the expanded tournament created an incredible overall experience for soccer fans. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim air on Tuesdays. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was recorded at Quad Studios in New York City. It was engineered, edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummarySpain Are World Champions! Messi’s Future, USMNT Reality Check & Pulisic to MLS? | Unfiltered Soccer
Jul 2001:06:24Summary readySpain are World Champions again! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim are joined by former Atlanta United FC and USMNT goalkeeper Brad Guzan to discuss Spain’s triumph over Argentina, Messi’s uncertain future with the national team, and where the USMNT goes from here. Plus, the guys share their thoughts on how enticing NYCFC might be for Christian Pulisic and if we believe Mauricio Pochettino should stay on as head coach of the USMNT. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim are LIVE during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). Thank you to our additional sponsors: AT&T. Connecting Changes Everything. Visit https://att.com/guarantee to learn more. Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. With FanDuel's Super Sub, if your player is subbed out, your bet stays in. That's right, if your player leaves the match, your bet continues on with the substitute. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app and place your bets today. Walmart. Walmart plays on Saturdays. Who knew? Visit walmart.com/MLS This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered, edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp with support from Eric Newell. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryWorld Cup Final Predictions: Spain-Argentina, Messi Magic & Landon’s Pulisic Response | Unfiltered Soccer
Jul 1800:50:05Summary readyMessi & Lamine Yamal are going to the World Cup final! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim are talking about how Spain handled France on their way to their second ever World Cup final and how Argentina took out England as they look to defend their title as world champions. Plus, we’re handing out some awards for the overall tournament and answering YOUR questions on Christian Pulisic criticism, pay-to-play in youth soccer and so much more! New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim are LIVE during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Thank you to our additional sponsors: AT&T. Connecting Changes Everything. Visit https://att.com/guarantee to learn more. Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. With FanDuel's Super Sub, if your player is subbed out, your bet stays in. That's right, if your player leaves the match, your bet continues on with the substitute. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app and place your bets today. Walmart. Walmart plays on Saturdays. Who knew? Visit walmart.com/MLS This live episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered by Adam Braunstein, Eric Newell and Sammy Strittmatter, and was edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryCarlos Bocanegra on USMNT’s World Cup PLUS Tuchel vs Bellingham & a Haaland Debate | Unfiltered Soccer
Jul 1400:57:15Summary readyCarlos Bocanegra is getting Unfiltered! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim by their former USMNT captain and teammate, Carlos Bocanegra, to talk about the current team USA roster, their memories of tournaments past, and preview the upcoming semifinal games in Dallas and Atlanta. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim are LIVE during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Thank you to our additional sponsors: Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. Download the FanDuel App to check out today's Soccer Daily Specials betting odds. TCL. Have 10 feet? We engineered the sideline. Find the ultimate 98” TV experience at TCL.com This live episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered by Adam Braunstein and Sammy Strittmatter, and was edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryPulisic Under Fire, Messi’s Relief-Tears & Bellingham’s Masterclass | Unfiltered Soccer
Jul 801:13:07Summary readyIt’s time for the World Cup quarterfinals! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim discuss if England and Jude Bellingham can get past Erling Haaland and Norway, what's going on with Alphonso Davies and Jesse Marsch in Canada, and if Messi and Argentina are lucky to have gotten past Egypt. Plus, in our mailbag the guys dive into what went wrong with Christian Pulisic, whether or not Diego Luna would have made a difference in the Belgium game, and why Ricardo Pepi and Haji Wright weren’t good subs for Flo Balogun. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim are LIVE during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Thank you to our additional sponsors: AT&T. Connecting Changes Everything. Visit https://att.com/guarantee to learn more. Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. With FanDuel's Super Sub, if your player is subbed out, your bet stays in. That's right, if your player leaves the match, your bet continues on with the substitute. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app and place your bets today. Walmart. Walmart plays on Saturdays. Who knew? Visit walmart.com/MLS This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered, edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp with support from Eric Newell. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. 00:00 Intro 1:52 – Argentina Eliminate Egypt 8:14 – Where is Alphonso Davies? 15:51 – Norway Shock Brazil 21:33 – Ronaldo’s Last International Match 29:56 – France vs Morocco Preview 34:00 – England Survive the Altitude 39:25 – Switzerland vs. Argentina 51:59 – Pulisic Under Fire 1:08:41 – What About Diego Luna? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryUSMNT Beaten by Belgium: Pulisic Questions, Balogun Drama & Pochettino’s Status | Unfiltered Soccer
Jul 701:16:58Summary readyThe USMNT’s World Cup run is over. On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, Landon and Tim react to the team’s disastrous performance against Belgium, weigh in on the controversy surrounding Flo Balogun’s inclusion, and offer perspective on a frustrating tournament for Christian Pulisic. Plus, they discuss Mauricio Pochettino’s uncertain future as head coach, break down the current state of the national team program, and answer your questions in the AT&T Fan Connection. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim are LIVE during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Thank you to our additional sponsors: AT&T. Connecting Changes Everything. Visit https://att.com/guarantee to learn more. Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. With FanDuel's Super Sub, if your player is subbed out, your bet stays in. That's right, if your player leaves the match, your bet continues on with the substitute. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app and place your bets today. Walmart. Walmart plays on Saturdays. Who knew? Visit walmart.com/MLS This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered, edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp and Carlos Sepulveda. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. 00:00 Intro 1:30 USMNT lose to Belgium 8:53 The 3rd Belgium Goal 14:23 Pulisic – Still Captain America? 27:21 The Red Card Controversy 37:29 USMNT – Success or Distress? 49:57 Should Pochettino Stay? 1:05:18 - Fan Connection Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryThe Best USMNT Ever? Pulisic FLYING, Tillman SCORES, but Balogun sees RED | Unfiltered Soccer
Jul 200:58:28Summary readyTeam USA heads to the Round of 16! On Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, we're talking about how the US held off Bosnia and Herzegovina, Folarin Balogun’s red card, and what the plan is for our face-off against Belgium. We’ll take a trip around the rest of the tournament, including Jesse Marsch’s post-game pep talk, Sir Harry Kane is headed to Azteca, Paraguay and Morocco upsetting big European teams on penalties, and England powering past the Congo. Plus we’ll answer your questions in the AT&T Fan Connection! New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim are LIVE during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered by Adam Braunstein and Eric Newell, with editing and mastering by Jeremy Steinkamp. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard is presented by Volkswagen. Learn more at https://bit.ly/4g8bZG3. Thank you to our additional sponsors: AT&T. Connecting Changes Everything. Visit https://att.com/guarantee to learn more. Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT FanDuel. With FanDuel's Super Sub, if your player is subbed out, your bet stays in. That's right, if your player leaves the match, your bet continues on with the substitute. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app and place your bets today. Walmart. Walmart plays on Saturdays. Who knew? Visit walmart.com/MLS This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was engineered, edited and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp and Carlos Sepulveda. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SummaryJason Kelce on Messi, USMNT World Cup Hopes & Why Soccer Is Harder Than Football| Unfiltered Soccer
Jun 3000:32:09Summary readyJason Kelce is getting Unfiltered! Landon Donovan and Tim Howard are joined by former Philadelphia Eagles center and podcast host Jason Kelce to discuss his love of soccer. The guys talk about the US Men’s National Team’s World Cup run so far, why USA soccer chants are SO BAD, Messi still being the GOAT at 39, and why youth soccer in America is due for a change. New episodes of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon and Tim drop every Wednesday & Saturday during this summer’s tournament. Subscribe to the show on YouTube and follow on all your favorite podcast platforms. For bonus content, follow on all social media platforms @UnfilteredSoccer. Send your mailbag questions to feedback@unfilteredsoccer.com (https://www.unfilteredsoccer.com). This episode of Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard was recorded at Quad Studios in NYC. The episode was edited, engineered, and mastered by Jeremy Steinkamp. Our producers are Jordan Rizzieri and Andrew Gundling. Our social media lead is Dan Armelli and our social editors are Kyle Curley and Finley Skelton. This bonus content is brought to you by Coors Light. Choose Chill. Get Coors Light delivered. Go to CoorsLight.com/USLNT Thank you to our additional sponsor: FanDuel. With FanDuel's Super Sub, if your player is subbed out, your bet stays in. That's right, if your player leaves the match, your bet continues on with the substitute. Download the FanDuel Sportsbook app and place your bets today. 00:00 Intro 00:52 – Jason & Tim save penalties 7:30 – Soccer Chants 11:48 – The Philly Special 18:11 – If the best athletes played soccer... 27:00 – USMNT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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