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Scuffed | USMNT, World Cup, Yanks Abroad, futbol in America

Adam Belz and Greg Velasquez
World Cup
US Men's National Team
U.S. Men's National Team
Soccer
Mauricio Pochettino
Christian Pulisic
MLS
USMNT
Gold Cup
Gio Reyna
Youth Soccer
US Soccer
Tyler Adams
United States Men's National Soccer Team
Weston Mckennie
Malik Tillman
US Men's National Soccer Team
U17 World Cup
Chris Richards
Cavan Sullivan

An in-depth show about the U.S. men's national soccer team, the players who could one day make it better, and American soccer in general.

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Karl Dewazien played and coached at Fresno Pacific University before becoming California Youth Soccer's Director of Coaching in 1978 — a role he held for 33 years. He has a passion for setting up youth soccer so kids have fun and learn to love the ga... more

HBO and TNT's color commmentator for the past window, Brian Dunseth, joins Vince and Belz to talk through the young cohort's performances this past window, why he never wanted to get into coaching, learning about going on camera from Alexi Lalas, the... more

Greg and Vince recap the cherry on top of the window. We downed Marsch at the end of a 12-point break, played a lot of kids, will reap the benefits when it comes to Pot 1 math, Gio started 4-4, Freeman's influence expanding. The soccer wasn't fantast... more

Greg and Belz talk it through. Mexico in shambles. Cavan scores cinematically to become the youngest USMNT goalscorer of all time. Tres a zero in Arizona.

France trip: earthlydelights.club/scuffed

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Recent Guests

Karl Dewazien
Grassroots soccer mentor, former Director of Coaching for California Youth Soccer
California Youth Soccer Association
Episode: #734: Grassroots soccer guru Karl Dewazien joins the pod
Ryan Richter
Coach of the Philadelphia Union, former Union academy coach and first team assistant
Philadelphia Union
Episode: #728: Philly Union coach Ryan Richter joins the pod
Mike Woitalla
Avid soccer journalist and executive editor of Soccer America
Soccer America
Episode: #723: Mike Woitalla on a “defining moment” in American youth soccer
Charlie Boehm
Soccer journalist providing reporting and analysis
Episode: #719: What makes Gozo special, MB4's youth movement, WC post-postmortem
Bob Bradley
Former head coach of the United States Men's National Team
U.S. Soccer / various clubs over career
Episode: #717: Bob Bradley joins the pod
Malik Tillman
US Men's National Team player, Leverkusen
Bayer 04 Leverkusen
Episode: #716: Gozo to Palace, Cavan on the rise, preseason rundown
Adri Mehmeti
Red Bull New York midfielder
New York Red Bulls
Episode: #714: RBNY midfielder Adri Mehmeti joins the pod
Marlon LeBlanc
Head coach, Brooklyn FC; former WVU coach and USL/Philadelphia Union II developer
Brooklyn FC
Episode: #713: Brooklyn FC coach Marlon LeBlanc joins the pod
Marcus Chairez
Soccer analyst and podcaster (guest on this episode)
Scuffed Podcast
Episode: #712: New Hopes: a young prospect look-ahead for the 2030 cycle

Hosts

Sanjay Sujatha Kumar
Soccer writer and analyst contributing postgame analysis and interviews
Vince Velasquez
Host providing tactical and analytical commentary
Adam Belz
Co-host providing insights and reaction across episodes
Greg Velasquez
Host with tactical and analytical commentary
Charlie Boehm
Soccer writer and host contributor

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • A USMNT must!

    If you are a fan of the USMNT this is a can’t-miss pod. They cover every game in depth and follow all the players and their performances with their home clubs. I go immediately to this pod when it shows up in my feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    uwmike
    United States7 days ago
  • What am I paying for?

    This guy take my money and produces no content. What a sorry excuse for podcast. Especially his racism and how he doesn’t care about the Latinx population.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PenName69
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very Enjoyable

    Good analysis and the hosts all have great chemistry. I like the deep cuts and takes they have that are way ahead other pods on US soccer mgmt and player pool. I appreciate analysis that isnt rooted in hot takes and trying to be “first” that wankers like Lalas and Gomez relish. Bone dry humor and the bants are stellar, too. Also, the Bob Bradley episode in Aug ‘26 was truly excellent. It was two hours and I could have listened to it much much longer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Machmed
    United States2 months ago
  • Vince is goated

    For me this podcast is primarily about what Vince brings to the table. Well, he is not a soccer expert. He does admit that and I think his perspective and antics are genuinely entertaining. I enjoy the guest that they are able to get on the show. Bells for me is a very good host, and I like the format of most of their shows with the exception of the post game rundown, which are a little mundane for me because I don’t think going play-by-play for an hour is a very entertaining way to digest a gam... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VandyKamps
    United States3 months ago
  • The only futbol podcast we need

    I subscribed to a bunch of soccer podcasts in the lead up to World Cup 2026 and now that it’s over, this is the only one I won’t unsubscribe to. I particularly like the match breakdowns after each game, and will count on this podcast to keep me in touch until soccer begins again in 2030.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnny Box 68
    Japan3 months ago

Listeners Say

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

High regard for tactical depth and long-term development focus.
Positive, nuanced analysis loved by USMNT fans.
Occasional critiques from listeners regarding coverage breadth or editorial choices.
Genuine, no-frills, smart banter with strong guest rotation.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#49
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#135
Russia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#138
Singapore/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#175
Taiwan/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#220
Netherlands/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#243
Hong Kong/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#726: Roster pod with Greg Velasquez
Q: Which new players are most likely to be called up without compromising long-term goals?
Players with upside and flexible profiles like Cavan Sullivan, Justin Chay, and Yunus Musa are viewed as high-upside calls that add a different dynamic, as long as their inclusion doesn't derail the team's core structure or hinder deeper plans for future cycles.
#726: Roster pod with Greg Velasquez
Q: What should be the primary objective of the mega window given the post-World Cup context?
The consensus is that the window should balance entertainment and development, using exciting selections to build team chemistry and confidence while keeping an eye on sustaining a competitive core for Pot One considerations, rather than chasing results alone.
#717: Bob Bradley joins the pod
Q: What did you tell the team at halftime against Slovenia when you were down 2-0?
We stressed the necessity of changes, pushed for more vertical and forward play, and reinforced accountability—arguing that we would not bow out and that the group needed to raise its collective level to fight back and advance.
#717: Bob Bradley joins the pod
Q: How did you get the team ready for the Egypt game during a time of upheaval in the country?
We created a protected space for honest, quiet discussions and used the environment to challenge and test the group's resolve, focusing on staying true to our identity while adapting to the surrounding chaos and logistical hurdles.
#717: Bob Bradley joins the pod
Q: What was your preparation like leading up to the Spain game in Confederations Cup?
We analyzed how Spain pressed and possessed the ball, planned to force them to defend, and prepared our players to stay compact and fearless, using Spain's patterns against them while leveraging our own strengths in transition and set plays.

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3. Mike Woitalla
4. Charlie Boehm
5. Bob Bradley
6. Malik Tillman
7. Adri Mehmeti
8. Marlon LeBlanc

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