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KickAround #450 - "What is Sabah?"

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:32:05 +0000

August 29, 2026 - The boys talk about Champions League fixtures, discuss Matchweek 2 in the Premier League, examine Petar Musa's incredible season for FC Dallas, and explain the inner workings of transfers between teams.

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KickAround #449 - "It's Hard to Repeat"

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000

August 22, 2026 - Andy & Peter kick off another Premier League season as Arsenal win, and Spurs and United proved to be overhype'd as both lose. Plus, a discussion of the Mourniho documentary, Daniel Robertson on Serie A, and they did into the PL referee handbook that was released on Friday.

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KickAround #448 - "...the most ridiculous Super-Hexxer of all-time..."

Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:42:35 +0000

August 15, 2026 - The boys return for a 13th season, where they discuss fallout from the Infantino disaster and give predictions for the upcoming Premier League season.

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KickAround #447 - "Old School..."

Sun, 26 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0000

July 25, 2027: Andy and Peter return, but Lars has returned to Europe. So, one last episode before a few weeks off to discuss further World Cup reflections, USMNT, US Youth Developement relalities, "MLS, now what?" and FCD sells off a teenager.

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World Cup KickAround FINALISSIMA

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 01:29:08 +0000

July 20, 2026 - One final ride with Peter, Andy and Lars, as the boys give parting thoughts on Spain/Argentina and the assess the impact of the World Cup on and off the field.

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World Cup KickAround Final Postgame

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:59:18 +0000

July 19, 2026 - Immediate reaction from Peter, Andy and Lars after Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win their second World Cup title.

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World Cup KickAround Final Pregame

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:10:15 +0000

July 19, 2026 - The boys preview the World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, recap a wild 6-4 England win in the 3rd place game, and recap the impact of the World Cup from Dallas/Fort Worth's point of view.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 33

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 21:25:30 +0000

July 18, 2026 - Happy Consolation Game day, y'all. But before all that, Julian Eyestone - local guy done good - and current Brentford FC keeper, joins in-studio to talk about his run with the USMNT during the World Cup. Lots of really interesting insight from his time inside with Pochettino and Co.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 32

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 01:26:06 +0000

July 15, 2026 - The boys talk Argentina's incredible 2-1 win over England in the semis and look ahead to Sunday's final between Spain and Argentina.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 31

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 01:24:16 +0000

July 14, 2026 - The boys talk Spain's dominant 2-0 win over France to book a spot in the final, preview the England/Argentina semifinal on Wednesday, and discuss Folarin Balogun's comments regarding the rescinded suspension.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 31 -1

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 01:25:23 +0000

July 13, 2026 - The boys recap the quarterfinals on Saturday and look ahead to the semifinal between France and Spain from Dallas Stadium on Tuesday afternoon.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 30

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 21:27:47 +0000

July 11, 2026 - The boys preview England/Norway and Argentina/Switzerland, as well as discuss the state of player development in American soccer and talk controversies of World Cup past

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 29

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 01:30:27 +0000

July 10, 2026 - The boys recap Spain's 2-1 win over Belgium and preview the semifinal between Spain and France from Dallas Stadium coming Tuesday afternoon.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 28

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:36:24 +0000

July 9, 2026 - The boys discuss the off-day adventure with Lars on Wednesday, talk France's 2-0 win over Morocco and look ahead at the quarterfinals still to come.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 27

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 01:38:26 +0000

July 7, 2026 - The boys discuss the fallout from the USMNT's loss to Belgium, recap the Messi Show from Atlanta, and preview the four quarterfinals beginning with France v. Morocco on Thursday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 26

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 03:42:24 +0000

July 6, 2026 - The boys recap the USMNT's stunning 4-1 loss to Belgium in the Round of 16, discuss the incredible drama from Sunday, and review Spain/Portugal from Dallas Stadium on Monday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 25

Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:26:36 +0000

July 5, 2026 - The boys discuss FIFA's shocking decision allowing Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium on Monday night, chat with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle ahead of the match, and discuss Brazil-Norway and Mexico-England on Sunday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 24

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 21:22:03 +0000

July 4, 2026 - The boys talk Canada's Round of 16 exit against Morocco, recap the insanity from Argentina's 3-2 AET win over Cape Verde, and preview a big Sunday with Brazil/Norway and England/Mexico.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 23

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:38:47 +0000

July 3, 2026 - The boys recap a classic with Argentina 3-2 Cape Verde in Miami, discuss the fallout from Croatia's heartbreaking loss to Portugal, and preview the first two Round of 16 games coming on Saturday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 22

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:21:42 +0000

July 2, 2026 - The day after the USMNT's win over Bosnia and Herzegovina in Santa Clara, plus a preview US/Belgium on Monday night and a recap of games from Thursday with a preview of games ahead on Friday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 21

Thu, 02 Jul 2026 03:29:09 +0000

July 1, 2026 - The boys celebrate the USMNT's Round of 32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina from Santa Clara, and review the rest of a crazy Monday across the World Cup knockout stage.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 20

Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:22:37 +0000

June 30, 2026 - The boys recap an incredible day at Dallas Stadium, where Lars' native Norway beat Ivory Coast 2-1 to advance to the Round of 16, and then preview the USMNT's Round of 32 game against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 19

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 01:24:30 +0000

June 29, 2026 - The first big day of knockout games in the Round of 32, and the boys talk about Andy's Canadian triumph over South Africa, the Monday wins from Brazil and Paraguay, and preview the three games scheduled for Tuesday -- including Ivory Coast and Norway from Dallas Stadium,

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 18

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 19:25:22 +0000

June 28, 2026 - A special Sunday edition of World Cup KickAround, where the boys cap the final day of group stage games and peek ahead to the Round of 32, which begins with Canada and South Africa in LA on Sunday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 17

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:22:40 +0000

June 27, 2026 - The boys look recap the craziness from Egypt and Iran's game in Seattle and preview the final day of Group Stage games in this year's World Cup.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 16

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:06:19 +0000

June 27, 2026 - Peter Andy and Lars review and reflect on the US (meaningless) loss to Turkey, and what is next for the host nation. Plus, Lars' Norway had an odd outing vs France and all of the other action during a hectic 3rd round group game day.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 15

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 01:45:04 +0000

June 25, 2026 - The boys get ready for the US/Türkiye game on Thursday night, discuss the South African surprise on Wednesday night, and preview another six-game slate for Friday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 13 & 14

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 01:44:58 +0000

June 24, 2026 - The boys preview the final USMNT group stage game against Türkiye on Thursday night, review the games from Tuesday, and start combing through the results from the groups that have now finished play.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 11 & 12

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 01:42:44 +0000

June 22, 2026 - The boys discuss Messi's historic day at Dallas Stadium in Argentina's 2-0 win, help Lars manage having to watch his beloved Norway in their second game against Senegal while broadcasting live, and discuss the games to come Tuesday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 10

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:27:26 +0000

June 20, 2026 - The boys spend some time digesting the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia with ESPN's Jeff Carlisle, talk an emphatic 5-1 win for the Dutch against Sweden, and look ahead at games to come over the weekend into Monday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 9

Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:43:53 +0000

June 19, 2026 - The boys recap the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia in Seattle, preview Türkiye/Paraguay ahead on Friday night, and also look at a full slate of games on Saturday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 8

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 01:23:35 +0000

June 18, 2026 - The boys look ahead to the USMNT's second group game against Australia on Friday afternoon, preview Mexico's game against South Korea and touch on the other games across Groups C and D.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 7

Thu, 18 Jun 2026 01:27:26 +0000

June 17, 2026 - The boys recap England's incredible 4-2 win over Croatia at Dallas Stadium, talk Messi's brilliance in Kansas City and preview the second round of games in Groups A and B coming Thursday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 6

Wed, 17 Jun 2026 01:26:37 +0000

June 16, 2026 - The boys talk about Lars' beloved Norway's 4-1 romp over Iraq, France's comfortable win over Senegal, and preview the matches to come Tuesday night into Wednesday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 4 & 5

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:42:23 +0000

June 15, 2026 - The boys regroup after spending Sunday at the Dallas Stadium for the Japan/Netherlands match, recap games since the last broadcast Saturday afternoon, and preview four matches coming on Tuesday.

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World Cup KickAround Match Day 3

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 22:08:08 +0000

June 13, 2026 - The guys reassemble just hours after the late night of the big USMNT win and call in ESPN's Jeff Carlisle who was at the game for his insights. Also a full run-down of Saturday and Sunday's slate of matches, and the moment Qatar dropped the tournament's first big surprise.

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World Cup KickAround Matchday: 2

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:48:15 +0000

June 12, 2026 - The boys break down everything from the USMNT's emphatic 4-1 win over Paraguay in the World Cup opener from Los Angeles Stadium.

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World Cup KickAround Matchday: 1

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:26:03 +0000

June 11, 2026 - The boys break down the opening game between Mexico and South Africa, preview the Thursday night game between South Korea and Czechia, and give one final update from the USMNT camp before the World Cup opener against Paraguay on Friday night.

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World Cup KickAround Matchday: -1

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 01:54:56 +0000

June 10, 2026 - The boys discuss the latest from the USMNT's camp ahead of the Friday opener vs. Paraguay, preview Mexico/South Africa and South Korea/Czechia, and give their final tournament predictions ahead of the first day of World Cup 26.

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World Cup KickAround Preview Show

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:25:26 +0000

UPDATED - the previous version was missing about 12 minutes that include much of the Group E&F discusion - that has been corrected here

June 6, 2026 - The boys get together in studio for the first of many times this summer and preview anything and everything World Cup 26, including the USMNT, how the groups will shake out, which teams might have a run in them and who they think wins the tournament in July.

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KickAround #445 - "The Swift Formula"

Sun, 31 May 2026 13:22:07 +0000

May 30, 2026 - Immediate reaction to Arsenal's Champions League loss to PSG, Lars checks in one last time from Europe before his trip over, and all three review their Premier League Predictions. Plus, a whole bunch of World Cup talk, which is all you're getting from here on out for the next two months!

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KickAround #444 - "Give Aiden a Hug"

Sun, 24 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

May 23, 2026 - As the World Cup gets closer, now rosters are being announced, and in the lead up to this episode Andy & Peter find out the USMNT has been leaked about an hour before show time and discuss that a week earlier than expected. Plus Decision Day in the Prem, Arsenal wins, Villa wins, and a Champions League Preview - and Sam Sarver.

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KickAround #443 - "The Lone Actor"

Sun, 17 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

May 16, 2026 - Andy & Peter review the bad (or good) week in VAR, the Celtic drama, the WHUARS incident, and City's FA Cup win over Chelsea. Plus World Cup grass, all the soccer content on your TV, and how Real Madrid makes Jerry Jones proud.

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KickAround #442 - "Why Won't You Use My Tool?"

Sun, 10 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

May 9, 2026 - Andy & Peter react to the Champions League Final match-up, discuss City's win to keep pressure on in the Premier League Title Race, and so that means more Aresenal talk. Plus World Cup stuff, and a review of Fox's USMNT hype promo.

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KickAround #441 - "Very Bestest Game of All Time, in the History of the Universe?"

Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

May 2, 2026 - Andy and Peter bathe in the aftermath of Tuesday's PSG/Bayern and try to figure out if it was the best game of all time, and if it is even a quality that is sustainable as entertainment. Plus Arsenal remind us, "It's Not Over" and a dig into World Cup Tickets and pricing.

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KickAround #440 - "You Have Two Friends & They're Both Spurs Fans?"

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000

April 18, 2026 - Andy & Peter try and provide some supportive thoughts to all Spurs fans, including Lars, after their high drama draw vs Brighton. Plus, a preview of the City/Arsenal "Final", a review of the UCL Quarters, and the latest in World Cup noise.

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KickAround #439 - "Saying Nice Things About Your Own Players"

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000

April 11, 2026 - Andy and Peter and Lars all jump into the drama of Arsenal's loss, at home, to Bournemouth and how that now really revives the hope of a real title race. Plus, UCL Quarterfinals, World Cup talk and Bob Sturm checks in to talk about his current WC Ticket situation.

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KickAround #438 - "Is Poch Playing 4D Chess or Panicking?"

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000

April 4, 2026 - Andy and Peter come in for a short episode to make sure the World Cup playoffs leading to finally determing the last 6 teams to the World Cup gets discussed, along with the Italian woe. Plus, City's bullying of Liverpool and a discussion of the dramatics of the USMNT.

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KickAround #437 - "No, They're Not Playing Chechnya, In Chechnya"

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:11:34 +0000

March 28, 2026 - Andy, Lars & Peter had a lot of soccer ground to cover with the FIFA World Cup Playoff games ramping up the "it's almost here" vibes. Plus a preview of USMNT game vs Belgium and how prophetic Andy and Jeff Carlisle turned out to be. Also Dallas Cup is here, and yet another new pro soccer team hits DFW.

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KickAround #436 - "FIFA Can Do Whatever It Wants"

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000

March 21, 2026 - Andy & Peter dial up Lars, live, to formally annouce the KickAround's programming plan for the 2026 World Cup. Plus, a preview of both the UEFA and FIFA playoff games starting this week to decide the final 6 World Cup teams. Lars reflects on Bodo's great UCL run, a preview of that tourny's quarterfinals, the day in the Prem, and USMNT call-up observations.

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KickAround #435 - 16 Years 73 Days

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000

March 14. 2026 - Andy and Peter watch as Arsenal lean on The Kid to scrape out a win over Everton, and hear from Lars, who sent in his "State of Spurs" statement. Plus, World Cup Nerd, and Jeff Carlisle from ESPN checks in to catch us up on the USMNT.

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KickAround #434 - "You're Punching Down, Andy"

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000

March 7, 2026 - Andy and Peter are out on the road, recapping Chelsea's entertaining FA Cup win at the Racecourse Grounds and discussing the Premier League drama that took place earlier in the week. Also, World Cup teams are choosing base camps. What exactly happened with DFW being a big pull?

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The KickAround #433 - "I'm Very White"

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000

February 28, 2026 - Andy and Peter return to dig into the need to address global political developments of the day and the past week, and how they may impact the World Cup, and how historically similar events have played out. Plus, the weekend in the Premier League and Lamine Yamal is pretty good at soccer.

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KickAround #432 - "So Many Igors!"

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

February 14, 2026 - Peter and Andy (on his BDay!) gather to discuss the day's FA Cup action and the one big CUPset. Plus Lars checks in w/ his perspective on all the drama going on with Spurs. Plus World Cup Nerd, that LIVMCI incident, and more.

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KickAround #431 - "Everybody's Hero"

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Feb 7, 2026: Andy and Peter dive into the world of soccer, discussing the latest Premier League action and World Cup news. They break down the day's games, including Arsenal's win over Sunderland and Newcastle's thrilling match against Brentford. The guys also touch on the US men's national team's injury concerns, including Christian Pulisic's potential return and Tyler Adams' recovery. Plus, they chat with Buzz Carrick about FC Dallas' preseason game and the team's upcoming season.

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KickAround #430 - "American Soccer's Third Rail"

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000

January 31, 2026- Peter and Andy dive into the world of soccer, discussing the latest news and updates from the Premier League and Champions League. They break down the drama-filled week, including Wrexham's impressive win and the USL's plans for a new Premier League. They also touch on the US men's national team, discussing the recent comments from coach Pochettino and the implications of the team's upcoming World Cup. With their signature blend of humor and insight, Peter and Andy tackle the biggest stories in the soccer world. (can you tell AI wrote this?)

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KickAround #429 - Saturday Night Sauna by the Sea

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

January 24, 2026 - Peter and Andy, forced by the winter storm to do the show from their respective homes, are joined by (and giggled at) by Lars Sivertsen to discuss The Cherries big dramatic win over Liverpool, Spurs dropping more points and the final week of the Champions League group stage. Plus World Cup Nerd!

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KickAround #428 - "Dr Tottenham Can Help!"

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

Jan 17, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton are joined by Lars Sivertsen to discuss the unexpected outcome of the Manchester Derby, Spurs losing again, and Liverpool's unexpected draw at home. Plus World Cup stuff, the Dallas effect on the USMNT and "Man vs Fat".

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KickAround #427 - "Snails from a Random Stadium in Belgium"

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

January 10, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton return for a historic day in the FA Cup, a look at the 1st half of the Premier League Season, Daniel Robertson w/ Serie A, and some kit talk.

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KickAround #426 - "Andy's Soccer Garage Sale"

Sun, 04 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000

January 3, 2026 - It's a new year and a new episode of soccer talking! From discussing the changes at Chelsea, to Sunderland's suprising rise and the day's results in the Premier League. Plus, a peek at the potential knock-out games DFW may get during the World Cup and confusion over the USSF new USMNT slogan.

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The KickAround - "Making the Best of It"

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 19:48:06 +0000

December 28, 2025 - With other station programming getting in the way of discussing the crowded holiday soccer calendar, Peter and Lars are left to podcast about it. Villa continues to power ahead and belie Lars' concerns over their numbers, where will Semenyo go? and a full run-through of the Premier League weekend of results.

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KickAround #425 - "Have I Pontificated Before?"

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000

December 13, 2025 - Andy Swift returns to join Peter Welpton in digging further into the World Cup news, details and debate over ticket prices, group stage travel and how the weather may impact the games. Plus Mo Salah drama, Arsenal/Wolves in real time and a discussion of 30 years of MLS.

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KickAround #424 v2 - "Watching Premier League in a Barn"

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:59:55 +0000

(an error in the 1st upload of this episode caused us to pull it and repost it)

December 6, 2025 - A big week with the World Cup Draw and schedule being released and Andy Swift attending MLS Cup. Lars Sivertsen joins from Norway to work through the groups & discuss the US' outlook. Plus a review of the day in the PL, including some surprising (or not so surprising) results.

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KickAround #423 - "Steak Frites"

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

November 29, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton prep for Friday's incredibly important World Cup Draw, walking through the process, the pots and potential group outcomes. What are the best/worst scenarios for the USMNT? Also, the day in the Premier League results.

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KickAround #422 - "Back in the Natural Habitat"

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000

November 15, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton return for the 1st time in a month, ready to talk soccer and all that implies. Straight in they go to the World Cup w/ Qualifying in the final stretch, who's in, who's out and who's a maybe. So much drama. Plus USMNT update, the big changes coming to MLS and Andy makes excuses for Liverpool.

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The KickAround - "Kick-a-Resort"

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 21:24:01 +0000

November 10, 2025 - The good Lars Sivertsen returns to join podcast forces to review City's big 3-0 defeat of Liverpool. Also, Lars stirs the Spurs pot as they drop points to United and contends that Villa are not as good as their 4-0 beating of Bouremouth would say.

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The KickAround - "Resort Around"

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 22:54:30 +0000

Nov 7, 2025 - With the ongoing collision of other station programming obligations and personal schedules, the show has not been live in a few weeks, and likely to last a few more. So, because you P1's need your KickAround, Peter and Lars combine forces with "The Lars Resort" to catch up on this week's great Champions League action and preview a few of the weekend's big Premier League games.

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KickAround #421 - "Demand an Entire Greek Island"

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000

October 18. 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton first jump into the firing of Ange from Forest, who's at fault and what happens next. Plus other results of the day in the Prem and previewing Liverpool/United. Also, World Cup Nerd: more nations qualify and we learn where the playoffs games will be held. Plus a review of the USMNT international break.

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KickAround #420 - "Are Chupacabras Even Real?"

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000

October 4, 2025 - the good Lars Sivertsen checks in while Andy Swift has to witness his Liverpool lose its 3rd in a row and fall out of 1st place, all while Peter Welpton enjoys it all. Plus Daniel Robertson explains just how good Pulisic is playing in Italy, and Tyler Kern catches us up on the Bundesliga. Plus, World Cup Nerd - the ball.

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KickAround #419 - "Since the Invention of the Red Flag"

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000

September 27, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton return to discuss the wild and crazy day of Premier League results. ESPN's Jeff Carlisle calls-in to talk USMNT roster status and there's a new edition of World Cup Nerd. Oh, and a bonus KickAround Seg!!

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KickAround #418 - "You Got to Meet Marta!"

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000

September 13, 2025 - Andy Swift returns, along with Peter Welpton, for the weekend after the international break as Arsenal put in a top result against Ange's Forest. Plus the rest of the day in the Prem, preview of the Manchester derby, and lots of USMNT discussion and World Cup ticket advice.

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KickAround #417 - "Missing The Hex"

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0000

September 6, 2025 - Daniel Robertson and Peter Welpton gather during an international break to preview the USMNT friendly vs South Korea and discuss the ongoing drama leading into the World Cup. Speaking of World Cup, the ticket sale process was announced, so some assistance in understanding it. Also, catching up on the Prem, w/ Lars speaking on the big Spurs news.

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KickAround #416 - "Expected Fun"

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000

August 16, 2025 - Andy Swift, Peter Welpton and Lars Sivertsen celebrate and review the opening weekend of a new Premier League Season! Liverpool's fun and emotion filled win, Sunderland's triumphant return, Spurs didn't blow a lead, and Fulham salvaged points at the death! Plus, World Cup Nerd might make USMNT fans feel better about this recent Pulisic drama.

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KickAround #415 - "The Guy with the Rat Tail?"

Sun, 10 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000

August 9, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton, along with the help of Lars Sivertsen dive into their annual pre-season predictions for the upcoming 25/26 Premier League season. (BONUS! Lars' full audio is attached at the end of this audio, and is chaptered) Plus World Cup Nerd - 94 USA and a discussion about FCD/Acosta controversy.

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KickAround #414 - "World Cup Nerd"

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000

August 2, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton discuss if Isak will end up at Liverpool, Son coming to America, review "Brady & The Blues" and "Running w/ Wolves, debut a new segment and resurrect an oldy, but goodie: The EatAround (Italy)

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KickAround #413 - "Offically Speculating"

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000

July 26, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton - decide if Bomanti meant to score that game winner for Spain, preview the Women's Euro Final, ask who's big transfer spend is more risky, discuss that Messi-mess, TV ratings, predict World Cup '26 kickoff times, and reflect on "Burn Night".

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KickAround #412 - "Asparagas Green"

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000

July 19, 2025 - Andy Swift & Peter Welpton try to clear up some confusion of the week's FIFA announcement about World Cup ticket sales and get you ready since it's less than a year away. Also, the transfer window looks to promise a quality race in the upcoming Premier League Season and how MLS ended up with those original 1996 ten club brands. Oh, and the worst PK shootout, ever?

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KickAround #411 - "The Big Day We've Waited Our Lifetime For..."

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000

July 12, 2025 - Andy Swift returns from his import soccer business responsibilities and rejoins Peter Welpton to preview the Club World Cup Final and also place judgement on the tournament as a whole. Plus, Andy met Pochettino, who's on the Mt. Rushmore of DFW Soccer and are we excited about another soccer documentary?

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KickAround #410 - "Can We Just Talk About Fun Stuff?"

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 05:00:00 +0000

July 5, 2025 - In an attempt to find some Club World Cup Silver Lining, Lars Sivertsen checks in to discuss that enjoyable 2nd half of PSG's win over Bayern, plus some transfer window talk and the truly bummer news of the week. Plus Buzz Carrick is here for some USMNT talk, FCD therapy and we ponder "What does DTID mean to you?"

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Episode #409 - "Am I Gonna Have to Beep This?"

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000

June 28, 2025 - It's a KickAround Thruple! Peter Welpton is joined by both Tyler Kern and Daniel Robertson to dig thru all of the soccer happening to us. For starters, the Club World Cup and Gold Cup, and a growning new USMNT concern. Plus, "Name That Tournament Theme Song" and a discussion of the state of DFW soccer options.

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KickAround #408 - "Have You Taken to Mushy Peas?"

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000

June 14, 2025 - Daniel Robertson returns to fill in for Andy, and with Peter Welpton try to enjoy the beginning of "Summer of Soccer 2025" while also dealing w/ yet more USMNT drama. Jon Arnold checks in to get you ready for the Gold Cup, and we try to get you excited about the Club World Cup. Best of all - DFW's Julian Eyestone, off of signing a new deal at Brentford is in studio with stories to tell.

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KickAround - "Special Emergency Episode"

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 15:46:40 +0000

May 7, 2025 - Lars Sivertsen checks in with Peter Welpton to address the big, if not expected, news that Spurs has fired Ange Postecoglou. Being the show's resident Spurs' fan, we get Lars' opinions and emotions over this turn of events and who's next.

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KickAround #407 - "A Poor Year of Predictions"

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000

May 31, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton once again hold their UCL Final Watching Party! Everyone was there! The Beer! The Food! But the game was a stinker, unless you are a PSG fan. Plus the guys run thru their Premier League Predictions and see how they did. spoiler: "not good"

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KickAround #406 - "Season of the Underdog"

Sun, 25 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

May 24, 2025 - The good Tyler Kern is here, with Peter Welpton to help preview the final day in the Premier League and enjoy the warm fuzzies of Sunderland finding their way back. Plus Lars checks in w/ his Spurs feelings, and Jeff Carlisle help sort out all the USMNT drama.

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KickAround #405 - "Freshly Cured Salmon"

Sun, 18 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

May 17, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton start with the amazing Crystal Palace win of the FA Cup - its 1st ever major trophy, and then talk with Kent Teague - owner of Leyton Orient who are in a playoff Final. Also Lars calls in to discuss a variety of topics and educated us on Norway Day. Plus, MLS club values and Andy's wonderful Pope/World Cup research!

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KickAround #404 - "Sports Are Meant For Joy"

Sun, 04 May 2025 05:00:00 +0000

May 3, 2025 - With Andy tending to his US Soccer Hall of Fame duties, Daniel Robertson return to fill-in, meaning Andy is here to celebrate L'Pool's PL Championship. So Bob Sturm plays that roll, and well. Plus something never before seen in a soccer game, those UCL semis and a peek at the other big European leagues.

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KickAround #403 - "The Most Ridiculous Soccer Game"

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

April 19, 2025 - Peter Welpton is joined by debut guest host, Daniel Robertson to discuss that totally ridiculous United/Lyon midweek thing and hear Lars' thoughts on the Spurs/BodoGlimt tie. Plus Villa's huge win over Newcastle, what kind of trouble has Weston gotten himself into and a debate of what to do when Messi comes to town.

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KickAround #402 - "Baby Squid & Eggs"

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 13:25:13 +0000

April 12, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton change up the start with a call to friend of the show, Master Tes (Golazo Channel), who was in attendance the night Declan Rice hit 2x worldlies. Plus catch up on the day in the Premier League, UCL Quarterfinals, and some tv ratings, Messi and Gold Cup talk.

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KickAround #401 - "Four Trays of Eggs!"

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0000

April 5, 2025 - The good Lars Sivertsen fills in for Andy and he and Peter get into the day's Premier League action, including what seems to be a "never before done" fact in Palace's win. Plus a preview the Champions League quarterfinals and Lars gives his opinion on Pulisic's dismissal of his manager.

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KickAround #400 - "It Took Us Only 10 Years"

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

March 29, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton celebrate their 400th episode, and while they planned to have a party, it turned out a USMNT group therapy sesssion was more appropriate. Plus, catching up on the Premier League and Andy explains "What's Going On with Brazil?!?"

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Kickaround #399 - "A Very Different PSG"

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 05:00:00 +0000

March 15, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton figure out how to get excited over the idea that the only remaining thing to get excited about in the Premier League is the battle for 5th place. Lars Sivertsen returns to sort thru the terrible week of interviews from United's Jim Ratcliff, discuss Liverpool's loss to PSG, and "that PK" from the Madrid Derby. Plus, USMNT returns and "grass talk".

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KickAround #398 - "I Have you as, Soccer Man"

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000

March 8, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton dig thru the week's numerous stories about the World Cup 2026, "what is the IBC?" and "why Coldplay?". Plus Forest gets a big win over City and Liverpool push their lead.

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KickAround #397 - "Return of the EatAround"

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 06:00:00 +0000

March 1, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton have to dig into the numerous talking points of the Cherries' win over Wolves, in FA Cup PKs. Plus Andy has to admit something about Liverpool, USWNT is alright after that loss, a new Law of the Game and Andy went to Spain and eat!

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KickAround #396 - "The Club's First Larynx Tattoo"

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

February 15, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton wonder if the title race is back on with Arsenal's late win and Liverpool's wobble, and the rest of the day's action. Plus what does it mean that USL is launching a "Div 1" league and The Burn get their man and change the mood.

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KickAround #395 - "Some Things Are Not About the Money"

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

February 8, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton enjoy an FA Cup weekend by talking to the owner of the little London club that tried to kill off Man City - Kent Teague calls in to give P1's a behind-the-scenes look at their big day. Plus, "? from a P1", MLS hits 30 and Daniel Robertson on SerieA

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KickAround #394 - "Business Soccer Smarty Pants"

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 06:00:00 +0000

February 1, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton celebrate a Premier League "scoring a touchdown", preview the massive Arsenal/City match, take a moment to reflect on another time in American soccer culture and meet Lexi Missimo and Amber Brooks from Dallas Trinity.

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KickAround #393 - "The Cirque Du Soleil Nudie Show"

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

January 25, 2025 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton get right to the controversy of the red cards in the Arsenal/Wolves game, if the Bournemouth/Forest game lived up to the hype and did Pep have to throw that poor kid into the fire like that. Plus UCL knock-out bracket confusion and Camp Cupcake review.

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KickAround #392 - "Camp Cupcake Time"

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

January 18, 2025 - Lars Sivertsen fills in with Peter while Arsenal lose a two goal lead to Villa, marvel at Bournemouth's fantastic run of form and Lars (as a Spurs fan) speaks to Tottenham's current woes. Plus, Jeff Carlisle from ESPN on USMNT January camp.

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KickAround #391 - "He Went to Turkey"

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

January 11, 2024 - Andy Swift and Peter Welpton switch things up for a FA Cup weekend and talk to several of their soccer friends - Tyler with his B'Liga update, Daniel fills everyone in on Serie A and Buzz tries to explain why FC Dallas appear to be blowing up its roster. Plus a good P1 tells his story of what he has in common with Salah and Rooney.

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KickAround #390 - "...While Wearing Sketchers"

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000

January 4, 2024 - It's the return of Andy Swift! He and Peter Welpton dig into the closet competitors to Liverpool drop points, while it lines up for a Sunday punt of United. Plus City are winning again, Newcastle is quietly making its own case, Dallas trading away a big piece and Super Cup idiocracy.

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