PortugueseSoccer.com Podcast

Liga Portugal

Benfica

Sporting CP

FC Porto

Porto

Cristiano Ronaldo

SC Braga

Portugal

Braga

Ruben Amorim

Sporting

Nations League

World Cup

Champions League

Roberto Martinez

Vitoria Guimarães

Portuguese Soccer

UEFA

Portugal National Football Team

Viktor Gyökeres

Podcast talking about the latest news and topics in the Liga Portugal, 2Liga, the Seleção, and Player/Manager Abroad. Special emphasis on Benfica, FC Porto, Sporting CP, SC Braga, and the rest of Liga! Some Cristiano Ronaldo too!

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Publishes	Weekly	Episodes	341	Founded	7 years ago
Number of Listeners		Category	Sports

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Liga Portugal Match Day 11, Paulo Fonseca Takes Over Sporting, Interview with Atletico CP President

*Reviewing Liga Match Day 10 & Previewing Match Day 11.

*Paulo Fonseca takes over at Sporting CP.

*Interview with Atletico CP President Gifford Miller.

5 Nov 2026 • 1 hr 5 min • Most popular

Liga Portugal Match Day 10, Sporting's Manager Rumors, FC Porto & Benfica Qualify for Another Taca da Liga Final 4

*Reviewing Liga Match Day 9 & Previewing Match Day 10.

*Sporting's Manager Rumors.

*FC Porto & Benfica Qualify for Another Taca da Liga Final 4.

31 Oct 2026 • 28 min

Liga Portugal Match Day 9, Taca de Portugal Surprises, SC Braga Change Manager

*Reviewing Liga Match Day 8 & Previewing Match Day 9.

*Surprises in the Taça de Portugal.

*SC Braga Change Manager.

22 Oct 2026 • 27 min

Liga Portugal Match Day 8 Preview; Cristiano Ronaldo & Jorge Jesus Soap Opera Continues

*Reviewing Liga Match Day 7 and Previewing Match Day 8.

*Cristiano Ronaldo and Jorge Jesus Soap Opera.

*Arouca and Rio Ave Get New Managers During Int'l Break.

8 Oct 2026 • 35 min

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Recent Guests

Michael Oliveira

Sporting-oriented guest, provides club-specific insights

Sporting CP supporter

Episode: Reviewing the first seven Liga Portugal match days, including Classico. Previewing upcoming Norway & Denmark Nations League matches.

Kyle Navs

Guest providing broader Portugal league insights, Porto-leaning

Porto supporter

Episode: Reviewing the first seven Liga Portugal match days, including Classico. Previewing upcoming Norway & Denmark Nations League matches.

Justin Aragon

Benfica-focused co-host and guest on this episode

Mr. Benfica / PortugueseSoccer.com

Episode: Liga Portugal Match Day 7; Classico Preview: FC Porto vs Benfica; Previewing Upcoming Nations League & Potential Jorge Jesus Call Ups

Kyle Nash

Guest, Cristóvão Viz native welcomed on the show

Portugal World Cup discussion guest

Episode: World Cup: Previewing Portugal's First 2 Matches in Houston, Predicting the Starting XI

Neil Fernandez

Guest from Toronto providing Canadian perspective on World Cup ticket prices and fan experience

Canadian soccer media commentator

Episode: Torreense Shocks Portugal; Mourinho to Real Madrid Gets Complicated; The Canadian Perspective on World Cup Tickets

Justin Aragón

Guest, football analyst

Episode: Final Match Day 34, Sporting win race for Zalazar, Who could be next manager of Benfica? Peixoto? Amorim? Why FC Porto were worthy Liga Champions.

Kyle Neves

Guest expert on FC Porto and Liga Portugal

Owner/Operator or analyst for PortugueseSoccercom style discussions (as referenced in the episode)

Episode: Previewing Portugal vs USA & Mexico, Breaking Down FC Porto's Success, Talking Belenenses in 3Liga Playoffs & Santa Clara is Improving

Carlos Feria

FC Porto supporter from Cape Town, South Africa

Episode: Liga Portugal Match Day 9, Iberian Super Cup Idea, Benfica Election, Taca da Liga Returns

Justin Aragão

Guest discussing the hiring of José Mourinho

Episode: Liga Portugal Match Day 7, Mourinho's First Disappointment, FC Porto Look to Stay Unbeaten

Hosts

John Neves

Host with deep ties to Portuguese football media; frequent commentator on Liga Portugal, national team discussions, and transfer activity.

John Navs

Co-host frequently covering Liga Portugal, club-level analyses, and regional football stories; often collaborates on World Cup and transfer topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings

Audio is awful
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Apple Podcasts
5
VermelhoBranco
Swedena month ago
Excellent
Great English language source for all your Portuguese footy happenings…
Apple Podcasts
5
P.B.S.508
United Statesa year ago
Forca SLB
Please it’s Besiktas without an ”N” 😂 Heard you pronounce it as ”bensiktas” now for a few times and it’s getting on my nerves but great work otherwise 🙌
Apple Podcasts
5
VermelhoBranco
Sweden5 years ago
Great podcast!
João keeps you up to date with all things involving Portuguese futebol and more! An essential listen if you’re a fan of the Liga, as well as up and coming Portuguese talent.
Apple Podcasts
5
boston sports fans🤢🤢
Canada6 years ago
Good podcast but...
Good job but you guys run long on benfica talk.
Apple Podcasts
3
Johnnyjet16
Canada6 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate up-to-date coverage of Portuguese football and the Liga, with strong emphasis on big clubs and national team contexts.

The show delivers engaging analysis but can lean Benfica/Sporting-heavy in some episodes, which may feel imbalanced to some listeners.

Guests and host banter are highlighted as a key strength, adding diverse viewpoints and insider perspectives.

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Reviewing the first seven Liga Portugal match days, including Classico. Previewing upcoming Norway & Denmark Nations League matches.

Q: What's your take on Nations League and its place in international football?

The Nations League is argued to replace excessive friendlies and to add competitive meaning, but some feel the schedule is too crowded and driven by money rather than pure sport, potentially diluting the prestige of major tournaments.

Reviewing the first seven Liga Portugal match days, including Classico. Previewing upcoming Norway & Denmark Nations League matches.

Q: Do you like this four-match international break, and what are your thoughts on Georges Rezous?

Overall, the format is acceptable for giving clubs relief and time to regroup, though it depends on timing and injury risk; as for the coach, JJ is viewed positively for handling personalities and benching players when needed, which is seen as necessary for the Seleção.

Liga Portugal Match Day 7; Classico Preview: FC Porto vs Benfica; Previewing Upcoming Nations League & Potential Jorge Jesus Call Ups

Q: Are we going to see any surprise call-ups in the upcoming window?

The host and guest anticipate mostly the same squad as the World Cup, with a few fringe players likely to be evaluated. Expect a tryout-style approach in this first window to determine standout performers.

Torreense Shocks Portugal; Mourinho to Real Madrid Gets Complicated; The Canadian Perspective on World Cup Tickets

Q: Mourinho staying or leaving Benfica for Real Madrid, and what does that mean for Benfica's planning?

The hosts weigh the likelihood of Mourinho's move, the timing of negotiations, and the risk of disrupting Benfica's preseason, suggesting that if Mourinho leaves, they would need an interim or new long-term option while maintaining stability.

Final Match Day 34, Sporting win race for Zalazar, Who could be next manager of Benfica? Peixoto? Amorim? Why FC Porto were worthy Liga Champions.

Q: Should Mourinho stay or leave Benfica, and who would be the best successor?

The hosts leaned toward Mourinho possibly staying for a preseason boost but ultimately suggested that if he leaves, the most realistic successor could be Sejr Peixoto, a former Benfica player and current Jove Sent coach, due to financial practicality and familiarity with the club's culture.

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A listener-friendly look at Portuguese football, with a strong focus on Liga Portugal, major clubs, and the national team, plus transfer chatter and World Cup context. Episodes frequently cover big clubs (Porto, Benfica, Sporting) and domestic league dynamics, while weaving in World Cup angles, governance debates, and fan perspectives. Notable strengths include energetic debate, guest perspectives from players and analysts, and a willingness to tackle both on-pitch and off-pitch issues like TV rights, management moves, and market trends that affect Portuguese football. The show likely appeals to devoted fans who want timely, opinionated coverage and a sense of community around Liga NOS and national-team discussion.

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2. Kyle Navs
3. Justin Aragon
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5. Neil Fernandez
6. Justin Aragón
7. Kyle Neves
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