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The Soccer Business Podcast

Simon Evans
MLS
Major League Soccer
MLS NEXT Pro
USL
World Cup
Soccer
United States
NWSL
Vancouver Whitecaps
Sunil Gulati
La Liga
United States Soccer
Lionel Messi
Premier League
Apple
KKR
English Football
Eagle Football Group
John Textor
Tottenham Hotspur

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

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Latest Episodes

Simon Evans is joined by Andre Da Costa and Sports Business Journal's Alex Silverman for a wrap-up review of the World Cup — breaking down the tournament's biggest business winners and losers.

From Erling Haaland to Cristiano Ronaldo - beer sales to... more

Every four years the same debate resurfaces after a US World Cup exit: pay-to-play, access, and why the world's most inclusive sport still has a class problem in America. Ed Foster-Simeon, CEO of the US Soccer Foundation, has heard it all before — an... more

'Pay to Play' youth soccer is being blamed for the USMNT under-performing. But is there another way for kids to be given access to coaching? Amir Lowery is a coach and former MLS and USL player who is now head of the Open Goal Project at DCFC in Wash... more

Simon and André break down the USA's 4-1 collapse against Belgium in the Round of 16 — and why the manner of the exit, not the result itself, has triggered a wave of hot takes across social and sports media. They unpack the noise around player develo... more

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Amir Lowery
Co-founder and executive director of Open Goal Project
Open Goal Project
Episode: Pay to Play Soccer: An Alternative with Amir Lowery
Bruno Costa
Director of International Offices for the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF)
CBF
Episode: New MLS club investors, MCO moves and Bruno Costa interview
Dave Wright
Chief Commercial Officer of US Soccer
US Soccer
Episode: The $1.3 billion deals behind the USA team at the World Cup
Ricardo Fort
Former Coca-Cola and Visa executive, sponsorship expert
Former Coca-Cola and Visa executive
Episode: Inside The Billions Spent on World Cup Brand Deals with Ricardo Fort
Manuel Veth
German-born journalist who covers Canadian soccer
Self/Media
Episode: Another Relocation Threat in MLS?
Seth Bacon
Executive Vice President of Media, Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
Episode: Is MLS's Apple Deal finally paying off?
Tom Glick
CEO of Hometown Soccer Holdings
Hometown Soccer Holdings
Episode: "We have identified 150 markets" - Tom Glick of Hometown Soccer on the new MLS plans
André da Costa
Guest expert on soccer business and strategy
Episode: ⁠MLS is Coming for USL’s Markets. Why Private Equity wants a part of it?
Marc Spiegel
First American to take majority ownership of a Liga MX club; tech entrepreneur and investor in Querétaro FC
Querétaro FC
Episode: Marc Spiegel - the first American to buy a Liga MX club

Hosts

Simon Evans
Host of The Soccer Business Podcast; discusses business strategy, investments, and market dynamics in soccer.
Andre Da Costa
Co-host answering listener questions; provides listener-focused insights and industry context.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Thank you!!

    Found this podcast on LinkedIn, thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    best beer app around
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love It

    Thanks for doing this, Simon. Love learning about the business portion of the beautiful game.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike-0 mandchild
    United Statesa year ago

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Love learning about the business portion of the beautiful game.
The show foregrounds practical analysis of deals, sponsorships, and market expansion.
Listeners appreciate actionable insights for owners and investors in soccer.

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#120
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New MLS club investors, MCO moves and Bruno Costa interview
Q: How does Bruno view the balance between football performance and commercial opportunities in shaping Brazil's strategy?
The emphasis is on building a competitive national team and strong football infrastructure first, with commercial partnerships growing later as a natural outgrowth of a successful football program and an established global brand like Brazil's national team.
New MLS club investors, MCO moves and Bruno Costa interview
Q: Why is Miami chosen as the first international office, and how does this align with Brazil's strategic priorities?
Miami serves as a strategic gateway due to its proximity to FIFA, CONCACAF, and the Inter Miami ecosystem, plus a strong Brazilian community and major corporate presence; the move prioritizes institutional presence, relationship-building, and long-term branding over short-term sponsorship revenue.
New MLS club investors, MCO moves and Bruno Costa interview
Q: What does Bruno Costa see as the mandate of the CBF office in Miami and how does it function within the federation?
The Miami office is positioned as a Brazilian Football Embassy aimed at generating commercial relationships and opportunities for the Brazilian ecosystem while supporting the federation's broader organizational goals, including youth development and women's football, with the aim of linking Brazil more effectively to the U.S. market.
Pay to Play Soccer: An Alternative with Amir Lowery
Q: So Amir, what inspired you to start Open Goal Project and focus on free-to-play programming?
The driving force was witnessing exclusion in the current pay-to-play system and wanting to build an inclusive ecosystem that helps marginalized communities access high-quality training and development opportunities.
Another Relocation Threat in MLS?
Q: What is Don Garber after in Montreal and is CF Montreal under threat?
Garber is pressing for a better stadium deal and lease terms to keep CF Montreal in Montreal, emphasizing that moving the team would be a defeat for MLS and could hurt the league's valuations and international standing.

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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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2. Bruno Costa
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4. Ricardo Fort
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6. Seth Bacon
7. Tom Glick
8. André da Costa

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