It's Called Soccer!

It’s Episode 57 of It’s Called Soccer as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and Rebecca Lowe return with another packed show 🔥⚽ Theo wastes no time winding Rebecca up about Palace’s weekend — before the Halloween chat takes over (Theo’s costume reveal might steal the show 🎃). Then it’s Liverpool under the microscope. Is this just a blip, or are the Reds in real trouble? Theo says you can’t implement five or six new players into a title-winning side overnight — calling VVD a shadow of himself and questioning Konaté’s form. Taylor adds that last season was Klopp’s team — and now Slot has to truly coach. Arsenal fans, you’ll want to hear this one 👀 Theo says they can’t lose the league now, while Taylor asks if being “boring” even matters when you’re winning. Across the pond, Thomas Müller’s arrival in MLS gets big praise — has he changed the perception of the league? Plus, Winner Stays On returns: Theo backs his best wingers, while Taylor goes all in on the strikers. Special guest, Audi president, Daniel Weissland joins to talk Messi’s impact on MLS and Audi, Kane tearing up the Bundesliga, and even weighs in on the great tea debate ☕🇩🇪 Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer.

It’s Episode 55 of It’s Called Soccer, as Sam Surridge joins Rebecca Lowe, Taylor Twellman, and Theo Walcott ⚽🔥 The show kicks off with Theo’s big milestone — his official legacy cap — before he dives into Tuchel's England. Theo also opens up on Marcus Rashford’s expectations, explaining why he performs best with freedom — and reflects on the pressure he faced growing up as England’s next big thing. Things take a funny turn when Theo recalls a fan in the toilet telling him he retired too early 😂 Over in the U.S., Taylor breaks down Mauricio Pochettino’s new-look USMNT and why this side can surprise people. He shares a great Tyler Adams captaincy story with Jesse Marsch, while Theo praises Christian Pulisic and what makes him such a special player. Next up, Sam Surridge joins the show! The Nashville SC forward reveals why he doesn’t drink tea, how his season’s going, and what it’s like going toe-to-toe with Messi in the Golden Boot race. He also talks about winning silverware in MLS and his time in the Premier League. Then it’s back to England, as Theo previews Liverpool v Man United — insisting it’s a bad time to face Liverpool. Taylor and Theo go head-to-head with their Predictions of the Week before the Question of the Week takes an unexpected twist — Theo names the one player he thought would never become a coach. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer

It’s Episode 53 of It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman, Theo Walcott, and host Rebecca Lowe unpack another massive week across football 🔥 The show kicks off with Ryder Cup reactions before shifting into the Premier League spotlight. Arsenal’s win over Newcastle has Theo falling back in love with the game — he doesn’t see a weakness in this Arsenal side. Taylor adds that if Arsenal can replicate that performance in the biggest matches, it could truly be “their year.” Liverpool’s defeat comes next. Theo makes the case for Oliver Glasner as the best manager outside of the top six, while Taylor questions Liverpool’s vulnerability and Wirtz’s role. Theo even argues Manchester United should go all in for Glasner. From there, it’s Sunderland praise, with Granit Xhaka singled out as a brilliant signing. The crew then dive into the hot topic of Ruben Amorim at Manchester United. Attention then turns to West Ham and Nuno Espírito Santo’s arrival, before moving stateside: Sergio Busquets’ retirement — is he the greatest defensive midfielder of all time? — and Sam Surridge’s impressive MLS season. The episode wraps up with Chelsea vs Liverpool as Pick of the Week, and a lively Question of the Week: would a US-style draft ever work in the Premier League? ⚽️ Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer. 00:00 Ryder Cup chat05:54 Promo06:40 Arsenal’s last-minute winner v Newcastle14:12 Crystal Palace beating champions and leaders Liverpool22:38 Sunderland’s brilliant start28:19 More pressure on Ruben Amorim at Manchester United31:50 West Ham appoint Nuno Espírito Santo35:00 Sergio Busquets retiring and Sam Surridge in US Open’s Cup final41:50 Picks of the week45:24 Question of the week

It’s a brand-new episode of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by Liverpool chairman Tom Werner 🎙️🔴 The conversation kicks off with a lighter debate — tea. Yes, Tom gives his verdict on the great UK vs. US tea culture divide ☕ From there, we dive into his unique career path, making the transition from television and media to the world of elite sport, before unpacking what it’s like to own both the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool — and why he thinks the two clubs are so unique yet so comparable. Naturally, Liverpool takes center stage. Tom shares his thoughts on the Premier League, the grind of competing at the very top, and why Liverpool have often had to “sell to buy” in the transfer market. We then get into the big one: Arne Slot. Tom credits Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes for identifying Slot as Klopp’s successor, discusses what sets him apart tactically, and how his in-game flexibility is shaping a new Liverpool era ⚡️ There’s also a breakdown of Liverpool’s summer business — including the record signing of Alexander Isak — and some fascinating insight into why Marc Guéhi was almost a Red. Finally, Tom delivers a message to Liverpool supporters. 0:00 - Intro 02:03 - Tom On The 'Tea Debate' 03:40 - Red Sox & Liverpool FC 05:55 - English Football 08:10 - Appointing Arne Slot 09:50 - Differences Between Slot & Klopp 12:01 - What Diogo Jota Was Like As A Person 16:14 - Liverpool's Summer Business 19:10 - What Makes Liverpool Special

It’s a brand-new episode of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by the man who makes the transfer market tick — Fabrizio Romano ⚡️📱 The show kicks off with Fabrizio weighing in on the ultimate debate: UK vs. US football culture, before diving into his own journey — from growing up with the game, playing it, and even his obsession with FIFA. From there, we ask the big one: what’s the biggest risk Fabrizio has taken in his career? He also reveals how he actually does his job — do sources check in with him, or do players just text Fabrizio directly? Social media takes center stage too, with Fabrizio explaining how online chatter really shapes transfers… and why, if Twitter didn’t exist, Lucas Paquetá might’ve ended up at Aston Villa. We get into the day-to-day as well — from 19 hours of screen time to stories about changing his phone, plus his thoughts on competitiveness, rivalries, and what the future of journalism looks like in a world where he speaks four languages. And of course, it wouldn’t be It’s Called Soccer without some quickfire questions to round things off 🔥 Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts so you never miss an episode. 0:00 - Intro 0:50 - UK v US 02:04 - Fabrizio's Background 05:55 - How Fabrizio Does His Job 10:04 - The Impact Of Social Media & Here We Go 13:40 - Fabrizio's Screen Time 15:50 - Competitiveness Of Journalism 20:01 - Fabrizio's Phone 22:10 - Fabrizio's Stories Broken 24:10 - Cole Palmer To Chelsea

It’s a brand new episode of It’s Called Soccer, and this week we’re joined by none other than Spike Lee 🎬⚡️ The show kicks off with Spike discussing his brand-new film Highest 2 Lowest and the buzz around its release — before things quickly turn to football as he reveals his deep love for Arsenal. From there, the debate heats up: Emirates or Highbury? Spike makes his pick. He also tackles the big casting question — who would play Thierry Henry if a movie was ever made about him? Spike locks horns with Taylor over Yankees vs Red Sox, delivering some classic arguments. Finally, we look ahead to the World Cup 2026 — what it means for football in the U.S., and why Spike is excited. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts to catch every episode of It’s Called Soccer. 0:00 - Intro 0:40 - Highest 2 Lowest 04:00 - Arsenal Jerseys 08:00 - Love for Arsenal 10:06 - Is Arsenal A Dicussion On Film Sets? 10:57 - Red Sox & Yankees 14:30 - Thierry Henry Film 17:10 - English Tea Debate

It’s a brand new episode of It’s Called Soccer, as Taylor Twellman joins Theo Walcott and host Rebecca Lowe for another lively debate ⚡️ The show kicks off with reactions to Liverpool’s latest outing, with Theo saying it’s nice to see old-school football return. We then move to a truly emotional moment — Theo’s heartfelt reaction to Rio Ngumoha’s debut goal, with tears in his eye as he shares his admiration for the young star. Taylor also dives deep into the ongoing Isak situation at Newcastle, debating whether there’s a path back for him, while Theo weighs in on the tactical and mental challenges he faces. Theo can’t hold back on his thoughts about Dowman, claiming he’ll “terrify” every full-back he faces, carries the ball like Messi, and Taylor agrees — he’s the real deal. Later, the panel dissects the controversial Bruno penalty moment, with Theo calling him childish and Taylor insisting he’s not cut out to be a United captain. Finally, Picks of The Week wrap up all the key games and predictions, with plenty of banter and strong opinions from everyone on the panel. 0:00 - Intro 2:10 - Rio Ngumoha's Debut & Liverpool vs Newcastle 8:13 - Isak Newcastle Saga 12:45 - City's Loss & Frank's Management 18:40 Bruno Fernandes Referee Drama & United's Issues 26:00 - Eze To Arsenal 28:50 - Max Dowman's Debut 33:32 - Gyokeres' First Goals 34:25 - Picks Of The Week 39:20 - Mailbag QuestionsDESCPRITION

It’s a brand new season of It’s Called Soccer, welcoming Theo Walcott for his debut alongside host Rebecca Lowe 🤩 Could the FA Cup and Community Shield tempt stars like Eze and Guehi to stay put? Theo shares his thoughts on the Community Shield. Walcott weighs in on Eze’s future, confident he’d choose Palace over Arsenal, while explaining how Guehi could fit perfectly alongside Van Dijk. On Liverpool, Theo calls them favourites and praises their signings but stresses the importance of integrating new players. He also discusses Isak’s current situation. Reflecting on his own journey, Walcott recalls never being media-trained before heading to the World Cup at just 16. Is Gyökeres the man Arsenal have been waiting for? He boldly claims Arsenal would have beaten PSG in last year’s semi-final if they had him. Theo predicts Havertz to start at Old Trafford, while Rebecca insists Gyökeres deserves a starting spot. With Arteta under pressure, can Arsenal afford another second-place finish? Rebecca breaks down pre-season insights from Amorim and Manchester United. Walcott calls United “scary,” praises Šeško, Cunha, and Mbeumo, and says Arsenal missed out by not signing Mbeumo years ago. He also suggests Højlund should go out on loan and predicts United will finish eighth. Finally, they discuss Grea