U.S. Soccer Podcast

Presented by Henkel.

Step inside the heart of soccer in America with the U.S. Soccer Podcast. Every Wednesday, host David Gass sits down for honest, uplifting conversations with voices from across the soccer landscape. We'll be introducing you to the people working to grow the game at every level from the U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams to the Youth and Extended National Teams and beyond. The conversations bring you closer to the players, coaches, and personalities shaping the game in communities across the country, exploring the moments, ideas, and the influencers driving the sport forward. This is where soccer stories live. New episodes drop every week. Join us.

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What Eddie Pope learned at 3 World Cups
In this episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel, host Meghan Klingenberg talks to Eddie about his three World Cups: 1998, 2002, and 2006. In each chapter, Eddie discusses what went right, what didn’t quite go to plan, and his favorite memories.
42 min
2
Inside the mind of NWSL coach of the year Bev Y...
In this episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel, host Meghan Klingenberg discusses Bev Yanez’s transition from playing to coaching, her philosophy, how she handles difficult conversations with players, and her ambitions for the future.
54 min
3
Meet new USWNT stars Riley Jackson and Maddie D...
Two recent debutantes for the U.S. Women's National Team Riley Jackson and Maddie Dahlien discuss their friendship and first caps with Meghan Klingenberg on this week’s episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel
33 min
4
Why Ally Sentnor wants to be the first USWNT pl...
USWNT star Ally Sentnor talks early soccer stardom, competitive cauldrons, and space travel.
37 min
5
Christen Press and I
In this wide-ranging interview, Christen Press and Meghan Klingenberg divide their shared history into three eras that span early disappointments, the high of winning a World Cup, and their present-day reality of a never-ending offseason.
59 min
6
Meet the American with more World Cup goals th...
Host Meghan Klingenberg chats with beach soccer star Alessandro Canale about his incredible beach soccer career, his transition from the full pitch game. and how he balances soccer with his passion for acting, art, and skateboarding.
34 min
7
Cat Macario talks making history, overcoming in...
Host Meghan Klingenberg chats with USWNT star Cat Macario about her recent form, how Hannah Montana helped her master English, her historic Nike deal, her USWNT ambitions, and the importance of mental resilience and seeking self-worth beyond the soccer field.
38 min
8
Offseason Antics with Kelli Hubly | U.S. Socce...
Host and former USWNT star Meghan Klingenberg chats with Kelli Hubly of Bay FC, the NWSL's Bay Area team, to uncover what the offseason looks like for professional soccer players; Plus, 2026 SheBelieves Cup Preview
38 min
9
Holiday Special: End-of-Year Awards & Mailbag!
Hosts David Gass, Meghan Klingenberg, and Alejandro Bedoya close out 2025 with their first-ever year-end awards and a mailbag featuring fan questions in this special holiday show of the U.S. Soccer Podcast presented by Henkel
43 min
10
Military Hero & CP Soccer Captain Josh Brunais
U.S. Men’s Cerebral Palsy National Team captain Josh Brunais joins the show to discuss his military service and journey to leading the CP team to a Copa América title; Chief Advancement Officer Leah Burton discusses U.S. Soccer's "Behind the Dream" campaign
66 min
11
Inside The USMNT’s World Cup Prep with Matt Cro...
Sporting director Matt Crocker joins the show to preview the next several months for U.S. Soccer as head coach Mauricio Pochettino and the USMNT prepare for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
41 min
12
Mauricio Pochettino On Why The USMNT’s Time is Now
U.S. Men’s National Team head coach Mauricio Pochettino and assistant coach Jesús Pérez discuss their vision for the USMNT heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup and how the new Arthur M. Blank National Training Center will be a game-changer for the program.
46 min
13
Mauricio Pochettino's Right-Hand Man Speaks | U...
U.S. Men’s National Team assistant coach Jesús Pérez provides exclusive insight into Mauricio Pochettino’s methodologies and shares how the USMNT coaching staff is preparing the National Team for the FIFA 2026 World Cup
50 min
14
Alejandro Bedoya on USMNT World Cup Memories & ...
Podcast host and former USMNT player Alejandro Bedoya is the featured interview on the latest episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast; the Philadelphia Union star recalls his favorite soccer memories in front of a live audience at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania
64 min
15
Antonee Robinson on “Jedi” Nickname, Playing Le...
Meghan Klingenberg interviews USMNT and Fulham defender Antonee “Jedi” Robinson about his iconic nickname, playing in the English Premier League, returning to USMNT camp after injury and more.
30 min
16
Sam Coffey on Piano, Portland and Pre-Game Spee...
USWNT and Portland Thorns midfielder Sam Coffey catches up with host and former Thorns teammate Meghan Klingenberg to talk about her creative hobbies and her iconic tucked-in shirt
54 min
17
Alyssa Naeher’s Journey to Greatness (Part 2)
Alyssa Naeher, one of the greatest goalkeepers in U.S. and world history, joins the U.S. Soccer Podcast for the second part of her interview with Meghan Klingenberg
60 min
18
Alyssa Naeher’s Journey to Greatness (Part 1)
61 min
19
Landon Donovan Live!
USMNT Landon Donovan is the featured guest on the latest episode of the U.S. Soccer Podcast; the soccer legend opens up about his career, hair, mental health and previews his upcoming book which comes out in March 2026
72 min
20
Jack McGlynn Talks World Cup Dreams & Injury Woes
Alejandro Bedoya shares his experience fresh off winning the 2025 MLS Supporters’ Shield with Philadelphia Union; Meghan Klingenberg interviews USMNT and Houston Dynamo midfielder Jack McGlynn
51 min
21
U.S. Soccer at the United Nations: Lex Chalat T...
37 min
22
Cristian Roldan Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month
USMNT and Seattle Sounders midfielder Cristian Roldan joins the show to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs Sept. 15-Oct. 15; Alejandro Bedoya shares his admiration for iconic Colombian footballer Carlos Valderrama
42 min
23
Celebrating the Magic of the U.S. Open Cup with...
58 min
24
Tim Ream on the Upcoming World Cup plus Reactio...
Hosts recap to the USMNT win over Japan; Meghan Klingenberg sits down with USMNT and Charlotte FC center back Tim Ream for an engaging conversation
54 min
25
Brian Dunseth Previews USMNT’s September Friend...
TNT soccer analyst Brian Dunseth joins the U.S. Soccer Podcast to break down Mauricio Pochettino’s 23-player roster and preview the team’s two upcoming opponents during the September window against Korea Republic and Japan
61 min