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The KickAround is simply about talking soccer and all that implies. Andy & Peter bring the Dallas area perspective of the game, but in a way familiar to The Ticket. The show gives sanctuary to the portion of the True Ticket P1 who also loves soccer. No matter if you’re new to the game or a long-time hardcore, don’t worry, we’re just kickin’- it around.

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October 10, 2026 - The boys discuss the ongoing fallout from Manchester City's guilty verdict and impending punishment, talk the return of the Premier League, recap the USMNT's international break, and review Cristiano Ronaldo's bizarre situation wit... more

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September 26, 2026 - The boys open the show with insight into the charges and possible fallout facing Manchester City, talk to USMNT reporter Jeff Carlisle, and welcome Atlético Dallas and Dallas Trinity FC owners Matt Valentine and Sam Morton in stu... more

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September 19, 2026 - The boys return after three weeks away to discuss what's happened across the Premier League, preview the upcoming international break for the USMNT, and talk Kylian Mbappe's new shoe deal.

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August 29, 2026 - The boys talk about Champions League fixtures, discuss Matchweek 2 in the Premier League, examine Petar Musa's incredible season for FC Dallas, and explain the inner workings of transfers between teams.

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Recent Guests

Matt Valentine
Owner/Operator, Atlético Dallas and Dallas Trinity
Atlético Dallas / Dallas Trinity
Episode: KickAround #452 - "I *know* it's Atlético ..."
Sam Morton
Owner/Operator, Atlético Dallas and Dallas Trinity
Atlético Dallas / Dallas Trinity
Episode: KickAround #452 - "I *know* it's Atlético ..."
Jeff Carlisle
Senior writer, ESPN
ESPN
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Daniel Robertson
Serie A expert guest, discusses Italian soccer and Serie A season
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Episode: KickAround #449 - "It's Hard to Repeat"
Julian Eyestone
DFW's Premier League goalkeeper, Brentford, former US Men's National Team training goalkeeper
Brentford Football Club
Episode: World Cup KickAround Match Day 33
Lars Sivertsen
Norwegian guest, regular contributor on World Cup KickAround
Independent podcaster / The KickAround guest
Episode: World Cup KickAround Match Day 27
Lars Distracted-Sitbertson
Norwegian sports journalist
Norway media
Episode: World Cup KickAround Match Day 11 & 12
Mauricio Pochettino
Head coach, quoted post-match clip
Paris Saint-Germain (historical) / Argentina national team
Episode: World Cup KickAround Match Day 9
Lars Sivertstun
Football journalist, author, European soccer analyst
European press, in-studio for World Cup coverage
Episode: World Cup KickAround Matchday: -1

Hosts

Andy Swift
Co‑host focused on Dallas‑area soccer, with long‑running presence on regional soccer discussions.
Peter Welton
Host with a Dallas‑area perspective, often anchoring World Cup and MLS discussions.
Lars Sivertsen
International perspective contributor; regular voice on World Cup KickAround segments.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • Mod 2

    Cant listen or subscribe to this POD after hearing about Peter. FC Snake

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Abel1981
    United Statesa year ago
  • KickAround Weekday is the best

    Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dm9892
    United States4 years ago
  • Finally!

    Love you guys…great dynamic and love to listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    May I Speak Freely
    United States4 years ago
  • Fun soccer show

    My entertaining go-to guys for anything soccer/futbal! Very fun to listen while doing yard work or riding my bicycle in Fort Worth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MBuss
    United States4 years ago
  • Better soccer podcast than the BBC for World Cup

    Highly recommend this podcast for World Cup . These guys are great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vanzandt92
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Guests and banter are engaging, making the show feel like a community around soccer in Texas.
Audience enjoys the casual, pub‑style vibe with smart soccer analysis.
Hosts balance local Dallas focus with global World Cup discussion.

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World Cup KickAround FINALISSIMA
Q: Which team won the final and how was the match described?
Spain won the final; the hosts described Spain as deserving winners and discussed the match's tactical nature, with Spain controlling play and Argentina failing to capitalize on chances.
World Cup KickAround Match Day 10
Q: Given the current form, should Christian Pulisic be rotated or play through the next match to maintain rhythm and impact?
There's a balance to strike: resting to protect health versus giving him minutes to keep him sharp; the hosts lean toward careful management while aiming to maximize impact when he's fit.
World Cup KickAround Match Day 10
Q: What has changed about the US team to produce these two performances, and can you distill it into one clear factor?
The team's cohesion and time together, with players like Baligan and Malik Tillman knitting the midfield and attack, plus a more coordinated press, are the core improvements driving the recent success.
KickAround #435 - 16 Years 73 Days
Q: How should Pochettino deploy the US roster in the upcoming friendlies to maximize cohesion for the World Cup?
Aim to deploy the strongest XI available, with opportunities for bubble players, while ensuring key midfielders like McKennie and Polisic operate effectively together and defining a reliable center-back pairing.
KickAround #435 - 16 Years 73 Days
Q: What is your current vibe about the US roster and how dangerous is the path to the World Cup for this team?
Overall vibe is cautiously optimistic; the team shows health and depth improvements, but key players like Tyler Adams and Christian Pulisic remain injury-prone, so roster selection and fitness will be decisive in the lead-up friendlies.

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A lively, Dallas-area soccer show that blends banter with deep helpsings of global football headlines. Relying on two local hosts, the program pivots between lighthearted regional chatter and in‑depth discussion of MLS, US Soccer, Premier League, and World Cup topics, with frequent references to sponsorships, calendar debates, and development pathways. Notable is the balance of casual, pub‑like banter with informed analysis, plus recurring guests and rotating production crew that keep the Dallas‑centric perspective front‑and‑center.

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2. Sam Morton
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6. Lars Sivertsen
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8. Mauricio Pochettino

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