Episode 106 – John Herdman is not f'n leaving!

Ben, Peter and Alex dive into a jam-packed show that includes breaking news of John Herdman agreeing a deal with New Zealand (before he shut down the reports). They explain how this won't be the last time we hear stories like this and repeat a warning for all Canadian fans.Then, the boys go over the massive news about Concacaf and CONMEBOL's partnership which could include Canada's participation at Copa América in 2024, the future of Concacaf competitions, recap the performances of some Canadians abroad and answer all your burning questions about the CPL, MLS and the Canadian Championship!FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Peter Galindo: @GalindoPWAlex Gangue-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicRUNNING ORDER:1:08 - Herdman to New Zealand?!4:57 - Concacaf to play Copa America!9:30 - Implications for the women’s game12:06 - Importance of Gold Cup and Nations League with this news16:26 - What happens to the Gold Cup?20:30 - Permanently merged Copa America in the future?21:43 - Way-too-early predictions for Canada at Copa America26:49 - Thoughts on Canada vs. Honduras in Toronto29:20 - Should Herdman take a “B” team to the Gold Cup?31:59 - SheBelieves Cup roster predictions36:16 - How Cancelo’s arrival impacts Davies40:56 - Expectations for Larin at Real Valladolid47:10 - Jebbison’s linked to Germany?!51:02 - Bair’s future at St. Johnstone55:31 - Abzi’s remarkable rise59:56 - What are the top women’s leagues?1:03:40 - Potential breakout players for 20261:07:10 - Canadian Championship draw reaction1:11:50 - Early prediction for most improved CPL team1:15:44 - Vancouver stadium update1:17:34 - How will Vancouver FC fare in 2023?1:20:33 - Is the CPL going through a new era of players?1:23:10 - Future expansion cities1:26:54 - If Bradley leaves TFC, would Smyrniotis be a candidate?1:30:41 - Can Renard make more savvy signings from outside MLS?1:34:17 - Which MLS rookies will make the biggest impact?Produced by Peter Galindo. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.