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The Seleção Podcast

Danny Pinto
Portugal National Team
Euro 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo
Nations League
Roberto Martínez
Portugal National Football Team
Roberto Martinez
Diogo Jota
Portugal
Football
World Cup 2026
Navegadoras
Pepe
Portugal National Soccer Team
Euro 2025
Soccer
Spain National Soccer Team
Italy National Soccer Team
World Cup
Portuguese National Team

Hosted by Danny Pinto, “The Seleção Podcast” is an English-language soccer/football podcast covering the Portuguese National Team, the 2016 European and two-time UEFA Nations League Champions.

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Latest Episodes

On Episode 117, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they discuss the hire and introcudtory press conference of Jorge Jesus as the new Seleção manager.

Danny and Tom discuss the drastic differences between Jorge Jesus and R... more

On Episode 116, host Danny Pinto went LIVE once again and discussed Portugal's 1-0 loss to Spain that ended the Seleção's World Cup aspirations.

Danny also talked about his frustrations with now former Portugal manager Roberto Martínez & Jorge Jesus... more

On Episode 115, host Danny Pinto went LIVE following #Portugal's exciting 2-1 victory against #Croatia in R32 of the FIFA World Cup in Toronto.Danny took some callers, as well as welcomed back some familiar faces: Nathan Motz and the "Eric Duo" of Kr... more

On Episode 114, host Danny Pinto is joined by Brendan Dunlop of Canadian Soccer Daily.

Danny and Brendan discuss:

* Portugal's upcoming R32 match against Croatia at the FIFA World Cup in Toronto

* How "Dunlop" = Portuguese :)

* Why Brendan st... more

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Recent Guests

Miguel Oliveira
World traveler and fan guest joining episode 113
Episode: #113: Portugal finish 2nd in Group K; Face Croatia in R32
Anthony Stivs
Azorian football fan and guest on air
Episode: #111: "Houston, Temos Um Problema"
Eric The Portuguese Hammer Vieira
Guest, former host of Corner of the Galaxy and known Portuguese football pundit
Corner of the Galaxy / Portugal national football community
Episode: #110: Preview of Portugal v. DR Congo with Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira
David Rodrigues
Founder/creator of How To Cook Stuff
How To Cook Stuff
Episode: Special Episode: David Rodrigues of “How To Cook Stuff”
Silvia Manuela
Founder of the Portuguese Collective
Portuguese Collective
Episode: Special Episode: Silvia Manuela of The Portuguese Collective
Carlos Sousa
Founder of João's List
João's List
Episode: Special Episode: Carlos Sousa, founder of "João's List"
Derek Rae
International Football Commentator, FOX Sports
FOX Sports
Episode: #109: Derek Rae of FOX Sports Broadcast Team for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Tony Gonçalves
Host of The Heart and Hustle of Portugal Podcast; founder of Evros Group
Evros Group
Episode: Special Episode: Tony Gonçalves of "The Heart and Hustle of Portugal" Podcast
Nathan Motz
Contributor at portugal.net and passionate football analyst
portugal.net
Episode: #107: Two Matches to Achieve One Goal

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 149 ratings
  • Has potential

    Needs better guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    MitchellJGR
    Australia2 months ago
  • Portugal national team

    Wonderful pod discussing the Portuguese national team. Danny (host) brings guests with solid insights of the team. Hosts discuss current players, up and coming talent, coaching, formations, and games. They breakdown previous games of the Seleção and discuss upcoming matches and tournaments. The guys are also active on social media.

    If you’re a fan of the Portugal national team, this pod is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swc04a
    United States4 months ago
  • Thank You!

    Awesome podcast for Portugal fans. Good to see an outlet to get news/analysis for Portuguese-Americans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevmister1777
    United States4 years ago
  • El Caso Figo was fuego

    Loved the insider views from the producers of the doc. Which was 🔥🔥🔥

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cdn_Graciosan
    Canada4 years ago
  • Excellent

    Top pod! Shoutout Tio DPP!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BasedHippo
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners enjoy the English-language coverage of a Portuguese football niche
guests frequently bring actionable insights into teams, culture, and events
A few reviews suggest room for broader guest variety and freshness
Engaging hosts with strong guest lineups keep episodes informative and entertaining

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#150
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Apple Podcasts
#223
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Talking Points

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#110: Preview of Portugal v. DR Congo with Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira
Q: How important is Ronaldo's role versus others stepping up?
Ronaldo should be supported by others; the team can succeed with multiple players scoring and providing service, not just through Ronaldo alone.
#110: Preview of Portugal v. DR Congo with Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira
Q: Who are the breakout midfielders you're watching?
Vitinga and João Neves are highlighted as players who could elevate the team with their creativity and link-up play.
#110: Preview of Portugal v. DR Congo with Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira
Q: What do you want to see from Portugal in the opening 90 minutes besides a victory?
A domination of possession and finishing in the attacking third, with the team executing their game plan and controlling the tempo.
Special Episode: Silvia Manuela of The Portuguese Collective
Q: What's one of the bigger things that surprised you about how the Portuguese Collective has grown?
Silvia describes the rapid expansion of the Collective, the deeper reach across communities, and the strengthening of relationships that came with taking on events, media work, and collaboration with other creators.
#107: Two Matches to Achieve One Goal
Q: What are your thoughts heading into these last two matches for the national team?
Nathan expressed concerns about missing Nuno Mendes and how it impacts tactical play, especially in supporting Ronaldo, but remains moderately positive about qualifying results.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Seleção Podcast

What is The Seleção Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Engaging English-language soccer analysis focused on the Portuguese national team, with frequent guest speakers from football media, diaspora culture, and related creative industries. Episodes often center on World Cup contexts, roster debates, tactical breakdowns, and behind-the-scenes stories from organizing diaspora-focused events and community initiatives. A notable strength is blending deep team insights with cultural commentary and live event coverage, making it appealing to fans who want both on-pitch analysis and Portuguese-American community perspectives. The show often features high-quality guests from sports broadcasting, journalism, and diaspora platforms, offering diverse viewpoints while maintaining a cohesive focus on the Sel... more

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1. PortuGOAL Podcast
2. PortugueseSoccer.com Podcast
3. Mister Benfica Podcast Channel
4. The Bill Simmons Podcast
5. On The Continent - A European Football Podcast

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Recent guests on The Seleção Podcast include:

1. Miguel Oliveira
2. Anthony Stivs
3. Eric The Portuguese Hammer Vieira
4. David Rodrigues
5. Silvia Manuela
6. Carlos Sousa
7. Derek Rae
8. Tony Gonçalves

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