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Soccer Matters with Glenn Davis

Glenn Davis Soccer
Houston Dynamo
World Cup
World Cup 2026
US Men's National Team
Houston
MLS
Gold Cup
FIFA World Cup 2026
Major League Soccer
FIFA World Cup
Soccer
Christian Pulisic
FIFA Club World Cup
Premier League
2026 FIFA World Cup
Austin FC
U.S. Men's National Team
Curaçao
Tab Ramos
Argentina

Glenn Davis is a nationally recognized broadcaster and former professional soccer player. Catch him Monday and Wednesdays 6p live on ESPN 97.5 & 92.5 FM in Houston or anytime on your device at espn975.com!

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Glenn shares his World Cup observations from his POV in the commentary booth

Plus, interviews with former USMNT players Tab Ramos and Marcelo Balboa

Full Interview with Former USMNT Player Marcelo Balboa about the 2026 World Cup

Full Interview with Former USMNT Player Tab Ramos on the 2026 World Cup

Houston delivers! Glenn Davis shares his observations from the commentary booth during the Houston World Cup games, plus Spain vs Belgium in LA

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Marcello Balboa
Former US men's national team player, CBS analyst
CBS
Episode: 07/22 Destination 2026 Segment 1 - Glenn's World Cup Observations
Peter Warren
Houston Chronicle writer covering the World Cup
Houston Chronicle
Episode: 7/14 Hour 1 - Glenn Breaks down Spain's 2-0 win vs France, + Senate Avenue's owner Andrew Mitcham joins to talk World Cup!
Andrew Mitcham
Mayor of Jersey Village; owner of Senate Avenue Brewing
Senate Avenue Brewing
Episode: 7/14 Hour 1 - Glenn Breaks down Spain's 2-0 win vs France, + Senate Avenue's owner Andrew Mitcham joins to talk World Cup!
Mauricio Pochettino
Manager providing post-match analysis and reflections
Coach of Paris Saint-Germain in the transcript context; guest on the show
Episode: 7/7 Hour 1 - Highs and Lows From USMNT, Callers Weigh in on the World Cup
Ahmed Al-Mulhem
President & CEO of Aramco Americas
Aramco Americas
Episode: 07/01 Destination 2026 - Former USMNT Player Tab Ramos on USA and World Cup
Josh Spencer
President of the American Outlaws, Houston branch, invited guest
American Outlaws – Houston
Episode: 06/30 Hour 1- Reacting to the Round of 32 Matches So Far!
Jonathan Montenegro
Friend and collaborator discussing World Cup experiences and Houston history
Independent/local broadcaster
Episode: 06/30 Hour 2- Expectations for USMNT vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
Andre (DJ Son)
Owner of the Flat venue in Montrose, hosting segments
The Flat (Montrose)
Episode: 06/30 Hour 2- Expectations for USMNT vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
Andre Sun
DJ and promoter, host of live events at The Flat
The Flat (Houston)
Episode: 06/23 Hour 2 - World Cup Broadcaster Paul Walker + DJ Sun on the Netherlands

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Glenn Davis
Host of Soccer Matters; ESPN 97.5 Houston on-air personality and longtime soccer broadcaster.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • He’s just the best

    My podcast “Insert Name” FC had the honor of having Glenn for an interview. He’s an inspiration for many soccer content creators to help push the love of the game in Houston!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    "Insert Name" FC
    United States4 years ago
  • Glen Davis is the undisputed voice of Houston soccer

    Glen’s knowledge, enthusiasm for the game combined with a great radio voice, and a great mix every week from the world of soccer!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fccopenhagen
    United States5 years ago
  • Glenn and Tom a great soccer duo

    Always a must-listen when Tom Marshall is a guest

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JL5001
    United States6 years ago
  • World Class Global Soccer Show with Local TX Coverage

    World class! High quality guests every week. For me the show is a perfect balance of local and global soccer coverage: Houston Dynamo, Houston Dash, Austin FC, MLS, NWSL, Houston and Austin grass roots soccer, International Soccer, UEFA Champions league, CONCACAF Champions League, EPL, LIGA MX, Bundesliga, La Liga, etc. Glen has an amazing global network of people in the soccer world. Thank you for delivering every week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RGV Jason
    United States6 years ago
  • Voice for Houston Soccer

    Great to have Soccer Matters in Houston.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gberta
    United States6 years ago

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Guests range from local figures to national voices, delivering strong interviews and insights.
Listeners praise Glenn Davis for deep knowledge and a great radio voice.
Shows are a must-listen with top guests and broad soccer coverage.

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07/22 Destination 2026 - Full Interview with Former USMNT Player Tab Ramos
Q: How do development and youth systems fit into the future of American soccer, especially with MLS and academy investments?
Ramos stresses that while professional clubs should aim to win, the responsibility for developing players lies more broadly in the market and youth systems; he advocates patience and market-driven development, with a focus on improving scouting, coaching, and creating strong pathways for kids to reach first teams.
07/22 Destination 2026 - Full Interview with Former USMNT Player Tab Ramos
Q: What jumps out now about this World Cup, in terms of competition and tactical trends?
He points to heightened competitiveness with the 48-team format, notes a shift toward midfielders making late runs into the box to create advantages, and observes a diminished emphasis on traditional wingers breaking down defenses, while still highlighting the role of fullbacks in attack.
07/22 Destination 2026 - Full Interview with Former USMNT Player Tab Ramos
Q: All right, so as a unique person that's played in a World Cup, and now has done commentary on it a number of times, how is that different for you personally?
Ramos describes the incomparable value of actually playing in the World Cup versus watching and commenting, emphasizing the personal fulfillment of representing a country on the field while acknowledging the unique insights gained from later experiences in stadiums and broadcasts.
07/22 Destination 2026 - Glenn's World Cup Observations + Tab Ramos and Marcelo Balboa Join the Show
Q: What stood out most about this World Cup from a tactical perspective?
The biggest takeaway was the increased use of central midfielders to find space in the box, with more eight- and ten- style players flooding the area to create numerical advantages, and outside backs pushing forward as important attacking outlets for possession teams.
7/14 Hour 1 - Glenn Breaks down Spain's 2-0 win vs France, + Senate Avenue's owner Andrew Mitcham joins to talk World Cup!
Q: What's the ROI of investing in local soccer communities?
Investing in grassroots soccer and local teams leads to increased attendance at watch parties, stronger community engagement, and a longer-term growth of the sport's presence and fan base in the area.

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A Houston-area soccer talk show that blends local team coverage with global football context. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests—from former players and coaches to media analysts and medical professionals—discussing World Cup preparations, MLS developments, player development, and event logistics around soccer in Texas. The show stands out for its deep local roots (Dynamo and Dash coverage, Houston World Cup planning) paired with international perspectives (Spain, Mexico, Turkey, US national teams), frequent guest panels, and actionable takeaways for coaches, players, and fans.

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