
Welcome to the boardroom of North American soccer. The Soccer Business podcast offers unparalleled access to the industry's most influential figures. Host Simon Evans connects you with the key players - from MLS Commissioner Don Garber to legendary figures like Rio Ferdinand - to uncover the real stories behind the business of soccer. Each episode is packed with expert analysis and actionable insi... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 50 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessSoccerSports | |||

Former top Coca Cola and Visa sports sponsorship executive Ricardo Fort joins the pod to reveal the inner workings of the business, ambush marketing and why AI firms could be at the forefront of the next wave of mega-deals around the World Cup.
Don Garber visited Montreal on Thursday and made it very clear he wants to see changes to the stadium situation in the city. After Vancouver, is a second Canadian city facing the threat of relocation with Las Vegas waiting in the wings. What is going... more
There was plenty of criticism of MLS's broadcast deal with Apple TV - from both fans and within the industry. But the latest numbers out of MLS suggest that real growth is happening. Seth Bacon EVP Media with MLS joins the podcast to discuss the numb... more
After a weekend of promotion and relegation drama in Europe - what is happening with USL's plans for pro/rel? How would a true pyramid work in the USA? Plus the latest news including Netflix eyeing World Cup rights.
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Thanks for doing this, Simon. Love learning about the business portion of the beautiful game.
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The show centers on the business side of soccer in North America, blending news analysis with investor and executive perspectives. Episodes frequently explore league strategies, private equity and multi-club ownership, stadium economics, sponsorship dynamics, and the evolving media landscape shaping revenues across MLS, USL, NWSL, and European-African pipeline opportunities. Notable moments often hinge on high-profile ownership moves, league development plans like MLS Next Pro, and real-world case studies from club leadership, providing practical insights for owners, investors, and executives considering market expansion or sponsorship strategies. The format is typically a conversation between seasoned hosts, with expert guests contributing... more
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Recent guests on The Soccer Business Podcast include:
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