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Sam's Army

Samuel Army
Premier League
Liverpool
Arsenal
MLS
VAR
Manchester United
FA Cup
Everton
Manchester City
Copa America 2024
MLS Playoffs
US Men's National Team
Bundesliga
St. Louis City SC
Kansas City
City Vs Liverpool
Women's Champions League
Champions League
Chelsea
League Cup

The wild and wonderful world of soccer from an American perspective. Samuel Army and a rotating cast of fans, athletes and athlete fans discuss all the relevant goings-on from both sides of the pond. Headlines and a weekly recap plus previews and predictions with an emphasis on the Premier League and Champions League, along with the US men’s and women’s national teams, and just enough from the res... more

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Connor Tobin, head of the USL Players Association and one-time captain of Forward Madison, sits down with Tommy and Sam to discuss where things stand in the r... more

Support the pod and join our beautiful soccer community: www.patreon.com/samsarmy

ROUND THE WORLD: What did we learn from USMNT's 1-1 draw with Ecuador and 2-1 win over Australia? Whose stock is up/down? Grade for Poch? Do we have a striker... more

Support the pod and join our beautiful soccer community: www.patreon.com/samsarmy

PREMIER LEAGUE: What we learned from Chelsea's win over suddenly-luckless Liverpool and what Arne Slot needs to do to get the train back on the tracks. Thomas... more

Support the pod and join our beautiful soccer community: www.patreon.com/samsarmy

PREMIER LEAGUE: Late goals for Palace (vs Liverpool) and Arsenal (vs Newcastle) reshape title race. Sam angers the Tweedles and chat with a hot take on Arsena... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Rapoport
Golf commentator and Manchester United fan
Episode: Newcastle/Liverpool Instant Reaction. Frank Outduels Pep. Liverpool v Arsenal Preview. (MW2)
Milan Iloski
Reigning USL Championship Golden Boot winner
Orange County SC
Episode: Sam's Archives: San Diego FC's Milan Iloski on Cooking, Pranks, Fashion & Scoring Goals (from 2023)
Isaiah Young
Player for Arminia Bielefeld and former Philadelphia Union Academy member
Arminia Bielefeld
Episode: Arminia Bielefeld's Maël Corboz & Isaiah Young on Magical German Cup Run (Bonus Ep. #8)
Maël Corboz
Player for Arminia Bielefeld and former Red Bulls Academy student
Arminia Bielefeld
Episode: Arminia Bielefeld's Maël Corboz & Isaiah Young on Magical German Cup Run (Bonus Ep. #8)
Johnny Nelson
MLS Cup champion and left back for LA Galaxy
LA Galaxy
Episode: LA Galaxy's Johnny Nelson on Playing with Pulisic/Tommy, Banishment at STL City & Winning MLS Cup
Gregg Berhalter
New head coach and chief soccer officer of the Chicago Fire.
Chicago Fire
Episode: INTERVIEW: Gregg Berhalter on Lighting Chicago's Fire & USMNT Experience
Iker Casillas
Legendary Spanish goalkeeper
Formerly of Real Madrid and the Spanish National Team
Episode: Matchweek 9/10: Ten Hag's Legacy, Mount Rushmore of Soccer Content Machines + Ballon d'Rama
Jesse Marsch
New head coach of the Canadian national soccer team.
Canadian Men's National Soccer Team
Episode: Ep 2.263: Marsch to Canada, Toronto/NYCFC Fisticuffs & Spurs vs City Permutations
Kellen Acosta
MLS Cup winner, US Men's National Team World Cup veteran, and current midfielder for Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire
Episode: Ep 2.261: EPL Spending Cap, Klopp vs Salah & Spurs No-Win Run-In + Chicago Fire/USMNT's Kellyn Acosta chat

Host

Samuel 'Sam' Army
Host of Sam's Army, bringing a humorous and insightful American perspective on soccer, with lively discussions and guest appearances.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Best soccer podcast

    Best American soccer podcast imo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sddrtthgf
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great overall off the cuff analysis

    Overall the podcast gives a good analysis of world soccer from the Yanks perspective without spending too much time on MLS/NWSL/USMNT news. I personally prefer a once or twice a week format. One suggestion however please change the opening music intro. It is horrible. Sounds like you combined a World Cup game and a funeral.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    RP Peters
    United States2 years ago
  • Immature content and host

    I really like the cohosts and guests on the podcast. The host, not so much. He seems uninformed and gets facts wrong when speaking on a variety of topics. I find it difficult to read his writing as well. But I suppose his style and humor are for a specific target audience and not for the general market. I also find his social media attacks which are of a personal nature on others in the media space to be disgusting and find his arguments that he’s unfairly maligned because of his association wit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    poc678
    United States3 years ago
  • Shocked that I like a podcast by a Tottenham guy

    Wow!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jeremy-o
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome!

    Great podcast and great content. Glad I started listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael L04
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Overall, the podcast is recognized for strong community interaction and lively conversations about soccer.
Some criticism has been directed towards certain hosts for lacking depth in analysis, indicating varied listener preferences.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and humorous tone of the discussions, making it a popular choice for soccer fans.
The blend of analysis and entertainment keeps audiences coming back for more, with many calling it a must-listen.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#188
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Talking Points

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Benching Salah. Caicedo Masterclass. USMNT Preview. (MW#7/Int'l Break)
Q: How do you see the state of the US Men's National Team?
The team seems to be working on settling in a more stable lineup as they prepare for significant international matches.
Benching Salah. Caicedo Masterclass. USMNT Preview. (MW#7/Int'l Break)
Q: What were your thoughts on the World Cup 2026 ticket situation?
There is disappointment around FIFA's pricing strategy, which limits accessibility for average fans, essentially favoring wealthier individuals.
English Premier League 25/26 Season Preview + Prediction-palooza
Q: What's your top four for the 2025-26 Premier League season, in order?
Chelsea, Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal.
English Premier League 25/26 Season Preview + Prediction-palooza
Q: What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the Premier League 2024-25 season?
Liverpool champions.
Cole Palmer vs Donald Trump, Lamine Yamal's 18th Bday Bash & WC26 in doubt for Gio Reyna?
Q: Is Gio Reyna's situation with Dortmund concerning for his future?
Yes, his lack of playing time and potential moves to MLS highlight the uncertainty and need for him to make a fresh start.

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A vibrant exploration of soccer from an American viewpoint, offering an engaging blend of analysis, interviews, and light-hearted banter. The central focus revolves around significant events in soccer, especially within the Premier League and Champions League, while also giving attention to both the US men's and women's national teams, MLS, and NWSL. Episodes feature lively discussions on current headlines, match recaps, and predictions, drawing in a diverse cast including athletes and fans. The podcast is known for its entertaining and approachable style, making it suitable for both seasoned soccer aficionados and newcomers alike who seek a deeper understanding of the game.

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Sam's Army launched 7 years ago and published 193 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Sam's Army include:

1. Dan Rapoport
2. Milan Iloski
3. Isaiah Young
4. Maël Corboz
5. Johnny Nelson
6. Gregg Berhalter
7. Iker Casillas
8. Jesse Marsch

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