The Seleção Podcast

On Episode 111, host Danny Pinto went LIVE (!!!) with guest Eric Krakauer the day after Portugal's disappointing and problematic draw against DR Congo at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston.Danny and Eric talked about what went wrong, how Eric was not surprised by the result, how much of the blame is shared between Roberto Martínez's tactics and the players' execution of those tactics, what/who they would like to see in the upcoming match against Uzbekistan, and so much more.Danny and Eric were also able to connect with some fans and supporters in the studio, and went over plenty of comments in the chat.A lot of show...a lot of emotion...a lot of passion...FORÇA PORTUGAL!!! YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Eric Krakauer on X and Instagram: @EricKrakauer Cover art was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 105, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, who was in attendance covering both Seleção victories in Armenia and Hungary to kickoff World Cup qualification for Portugal.Danny and Matthew covered a variety of topics in this episode:Portugal's ability to come back and win multiple matches under Roberto Martínez (3 of their last 4 wins have been comebacks)the reintegration of the João's: Cancelo and FelíxMartínez's continuing to tinker with the Starting XIthe perceived joy and lack of pressure Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be playing with now as Portugal CaptainMatthew also gives his thoughts on FPF President Pedro Proença, the U17 and U21 programs for Portugal, and also shares his mission of attending matches in as many Portuguese stadiums all over Portugal, Azores, and more.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Matthew Marshall on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/noobzcorphttps://portugoal.net/selecao/5037-portugal-5-0-armenia-2026-world-cup-qualifiershttps://portugoal.net/selecao/5046-portugal-3-2-hungary-2026-world-cup-qualifier-reporthttps://portugoal.net/selecao/4877-portugoal-2025-u17-euro-podcast

On Episode 103, host Danny Pinto is once again joined by Mike Agostinho as they discuss the disappointing showing Portugal displayed at EURO 2025, finishing last in their group with only 1 point.Danny and Mike also discuss what changes could be made and if there is any young hope on the Seleção's horizon after this experienced group seemed to regress at the European Championship.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Mike Agostinho on X/Twitter: @mikeagostinhoCheck out Mike's Soccer Vlogs on his Youtube page: https://t.co/28lCtXRiN9Check out Mike latest project, Wrexam Wednesdays, on the Park The Bus Podcast Network beginning July 16: https://t.co/wQfpPpJbCP

On Episode 101, host Danny Pinto is joined by Mike Agostinho as they get you ready for the “Navegadoras” at the Women’s EURO 2025. Mike shares his thoughts on Portugal's chances at the European Championship, manager Francisco Neto's roster he is taking to the tournament in Switzerland, and the evolution of the women’s game in Portugal over the last decade.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Mike Agostinho on X/Twitter: @mikeagostinho

On Episode 99, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira.They review the Seleção’s 2-1 comeback victory over Germany in Munich in the Nations League semifinals, they preview the final against Spain, discuss the emergence of Vitinha in World Football, and discuss the future of Roberto Martínez as speculation on his job security as Portugal manager remains.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira on X/Twitter: @HammerEV9 Link to the Twitter Spaces LIVE reaction following the 2-1 win against Germany: https://x.com/selecaopod/status/1930374691543495035?s=46

On Episode 97, host Danny Pinto is joined by Nathan Motz of PortuGOAL.net as they review Portugal's extremely frustrating and disappointing loss to Denmark in the 1st leg of the Nations League Quarterfinals.Danny and Nathan discuss how flat and the lack of cohesiveness impacted Portugal's poor play, and how fortunate the Seleção is just to be down 1-0 heading into Sunday's 2nd leg in Lisbon at the Alvalade.The guys also discuss if Roberto Martinez has the managerial quality to be Portugal's manager and how much of the blame do the players also share.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Nathan Motz on X: @NathanMotz

On a LIVE Episode 95, host Danny Pinto was joined by PortuGOAL.net Seleção correspondent Nathan Motz as they reviewed Portugal's 2 wins over Croatia and Scotland to open up 2024-25 #NationsLeague group play. Danny and Nathan discussed #CR7 coming off the bench to score the game-winner in the 88th minute vs. Scotland and if that role could be his next (and final???) chapter in his Seleção career. The guys also discussed Roberto Martínez's first couple of games without Pepe after starting Gonçalo Inacio (v. Croatia) and Antonio Silva (v. Scotland) alongside Ruben Dias, as well as the positive football played by Raphael Leão, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, and more. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod selecaopod@gmail.com Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg Follow Nathan Motz: https://Twitter.com/NathanMotz