Healey & Bailey Notebook: A Canadian Soccer Podcast

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FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

Another day, another episode. Tune in as the boys discuss the biggest storylines from Canada's 2-1 victory over Panama on Tuesday. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

The boys are back in town! Where were we? The crew gives an update before diving into a lengthy analysis of what went wrong for the Halifax Wanderers this season. Plus, we're previewing a tight race for the Canadian Premier League's final playoff spot and discussing the good, bad, and ugly of Canada's MLS clubs. Happy to be back! Stay tuned as we have another episode dropping shortly. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

It was another successful international window for Jesse Marsch and Canada's men's national team as Les Rouges triumphed in a 2-1 win over the U.S., earning their first victory on American soil in 67 years. On the other hand, Mexico played a scrappy match that forced CanMNT to settle for a 0-0 draw. What were the positives? The negatives? We discuss! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

On this episode, Josh recaps his experience covering Toronto FC and Forge's feisty Canadian Championship semi-final at BMO Field, we dive into the bewildering phenomenon of Olímpicos being scored on a regular basis in the Canadian Premier League, and last but not certainly not least — we get you set for Canada's first clash with the United States in the Jesse Marsch era. A big weekend awaits! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

On this episode, we discuss dual-national Niko Sigur's decision to represent Canada on the international stage over Croatia, 21-year-old Canadian Premier League star Kwasi Poku's record-breaking transfer to Belgian side RWD Molenbeek, Daniel Jebbison's loan move to Watford, Jonathan David's future at Lille, big Canadian debuts in Ligue 1, and lots more! What a time to cover Canadian soccer. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

On this episode, we discuss the latest surrounding Kwasi Poku's potential move from Forge, Mathieu Choinière's reported $1.4M CAD transfer to Swiss Super League side Grasshopper Club Zurich, Moïse Bombito's big leap to Nice, the Canadian Premier League playoff race, and lots more! We also get you ready for a big weekend of Canadians abroad as European club competitions kick off overseas. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

The Canadian transfer window officially closed Thursday at 11:59 p.m. and a lot has transpired since. Join us as we recap moves being made throughout the Canadian Premier League, MLS, and highlight the latest #CanMNT players putting pen to paper in Europe. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

What a week in Canadian footy. On this episode, the boys break down the latest from the drone spying scandal, discuss the Canadian Women's National Team's path to redemption, Sean Rea's return to the Canadian Premier League, Canada's Men's U-20 squad missing out on U-20 World Cup qualification despite Santiago López's impressive showing, and more chatter about CPL expansion in Kelowna. Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

After a brief hiatus, the boys are back! On this episode, we discuss the successful start to Atlantic Canada's International Summer Series — which pitted the Halifax Wanderers U-21 squad against Ipswich Town's U-21s in St. John's, Newfoundland and Sydney, Nova Scotia as two enthusiastic fanbases, that aren't typically exposed to professional footballing environments, took in the spectacle throughout the week. Will the Canadian Premier League ever expand into one of these cities? We also discuss CanMNT's performance against Uruguay in the Copa América third-place match, Jesse Marsch's comments regarding the importance of identifying Canadian talent at a younger age, and recent confusion surrounding Canada Soccer's transfer window. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

Canada's men's national team has officially booked their ticket to the Copa América semifinals after a cool, calm, and collected penalty kick from Ismaël Koné lifted Les Rouges to a victory over a determined Venezuelan side. It was an end-to-end thriller that had no shortage of scoring opportunities, as a big goal from Nova Scotia's own Jacob Shaffelburg saw Canada take the lead in the 13th minute before Salomón Rondón responded for Venezuela in the 64th. Overcoming hostile crowds, injuries, and managing expectations in uncharted territory — the boys got it done and have earned themselves a rematch against defending Copa América and World Cup champions Argentina in the semi-finals on Tuesday. So, what does it all mean? Mitchell and Josh break it down on today's episode! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

Reporting live from Orlando, Florida, Mitchell Bailey tees up Canada’s crucial clash with Chile this evening — with a spot in the Copa América knockouts at stake. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

We recap Canada’s performance against defending World Cup and Copa América champions Argentina in the 2-0 loss on Thursday. Plus, we preview what to anticipate against the likes of Peru and Chile after both sides battled to a 0-0 stalemate on Friday night. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: @healeyandbaileynotebook

Join us for a quick episode as Josh recaps another busy weekend in the Canadian Premier League and has a chat with Halifax Tides CEO Courtney Sherlock of the newly founded Northern Super League. The whole crew will be back on Friday for a recap of the Copa América opener featuring Canada and Argentina! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We're official folks! On today's episode, the boys announce an exciting new partnership with Garrison Brewing, debut an intro from Adam Jenkins AKA the voice of the Canadian Premier League, and of course, we chat a whole bunch of footy. We discuss the Northern Super League announcing an exciting broadcast partnership with TSN and CBC Sports, the Canadian Premier League's continued fight for legacy media coverage, recap this past weekend's action, and lots more! We've also launched an official Instagram page, so be sure to give us a follow at @healeyandbaileynotebook. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

Canada's Men's National Team just held 2018 World Cup Champions and recent World Cup finalists France to a 0-0 draw in Bordeaux, just three days after dropping a 4-0 result to the Netherlands in Rotterdam. What does this mean for CanMNT as they gear up to face Argentina in the Copa America in less than two weeks? How are the players reacting to Jesse Marsch's footballing philosophy? Who will retain the starting goalkeeper spot? Are we sold on Derek Cornelius and Moïse Bombito leading the backline? And Alphonso Davies or Stephen Eustáquio for the armband? And once again, how crazy is it that we just drew France? All that and more in this post-game recap. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

As we reach a halfway point in the Major League Soccer season, the crew does a progress assessment on all three Canadian clubs and determine who's underachieving, exceeding expectations, and performing as predicted. Plus, we dissect the shockingly similar circumstances that resulted in TWO last-minute capitulations in two separate matches in the Canadian soccer sphere this weekend (hello Halifax Wanderers and Toronto FC). And last but most certainly not least, the #CanMNT gathers in Rotterdam to prepare for one of the biggest international windows in the federation's history. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We're back for another big weekly recap! On today's episode, we're breaking down Josh's scoop that Ligue1 Québec champions CS Saint-Laurent are engaging in preliminary expansion talks with the Canadian Premier League following their impressive showing in the Canadian Championship. Plus, analysis of what's continuing to go wrong for the Halifax Wanderers as they dropped another one at home on Monday — resulting in struggling Winnipeg side Valour picking up their first win of the campaign. And in other news, Federico Bernardeschi is on fire for Toronto FC. What else is new? We discuss The Reds thumping against an injury-riddled CF Montréal lineup on Saturday in a memorable 401 Derby/Canadian Classique for TFC fans, and perhaps one Montreal supporters would prefer to forget. We also recap Canadian performances abroad, and much more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

It's official folks, we have a new coach! The crew offers analysis surrounding Jesse's Marsch appointment as #CanMNT's new manager through 2026 and discusses if he’s the right fit to lead Canada throughout Copa America and into hosting a World Cup, the ongoing finger-pointing between Toronto FC and New York FC following Saturday’s match/brawl and John Herdman’s accusation that Nick Cushing allegedly punched a "19-year-old player" during the first fixture in March, Patrice Gheisar addressed media criticism of the Halifax Wanderers following Josh’s question during a post-match media availability on Saturday, Alphonso Davies/Tajon Buchanan/Jonathan David ALL scoring overseas, Messi touches down in Montreal, and lots more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

What a week in Canadian footy. We're talking Canadian Championship results — including witnessing Ligue1 Québec champs CS Saint-Laurent's thrilling penalty shootout win at Wanderers Grounds — and what it means for the growth of the sport in Canada, the future of the tournament, and the next round. Plus, we dissect all the best storylines from the weekend including Federico Bernardeschi FINALLY getting on the scoresheet for Toronto FC + some big Canadian performances abroad! All that and more on this week's show. We hope you enjoy! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We're back with the weekly recap! On this episode, we break down Josh's recent chat with Canadian Premier League commissioner Mark Noonan and the latest surrounding the league's expansion plans for 2025. In addition, we're talking what went wrong for the Halifax Wanderers on Saturday as the 10-man side dropped their home-opener to Atlético Ottawa + a look around the league. Plus, things aren't slowing down for Federico Bernardeschi and Prince Owusu at TFC, Brian White writes his name into the Whitecaps record books, and CF Montreal fend off a relentless Columbus Crew. We also do a deep-dive into how Canadians performed abroad throughout the week. All that and more fun stuff on this week's episode. We hope you enjoy! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

After a week-long hiatus, the boys are back and here to stay! On this week's episode, we recap the most compelling storylines following a weekend of action for Canadian MLS clubs and squads throughout the Canadian Premier League. Plus, we discuss standout performances from some Canadians overseas including Alistair Johnston and Junior Hoilett going head-to-head in a Scottish Cup semi-final fixture (and racking up some goal contributions in the process), Theo Bair being named to the Scottish Premiership team of the year, the latest in the never-ending Jonathan David transfer rumour saga, and more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

The crew is back for our weekly recap episode and we're talking all the latest in Canadian footy. We start off by diving into some takeaways from Josh's exclusive reporting for OneSoccer where he dove into the relationships developing between some LigaMX and Canadian Premier League clubs — plus, we do a roundup of CPL news such as 18-year-old Kevaughn Tavernier training with French giants AS Monaco, Amer Didic being the latest to join Atletico Ottawa's "super-team", and Myer Bevan not returning to Cavalry for the season ahead. We also discuss last weekend's all-Canadian MLS clash and Vanni Sartini's self-proclaimed "best club in Canada" comments, another weekend of Canadians snagging goals overseas and in MLS, and lots more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We're back with a special edition episode as Mitchell and Josh tackle the inevitable — the 2024 Canadian Premier League season, which kicks off on April 13. The crew selects one Canadian player to watch from each of the league's eight clubs ahead of the upcoming season, plus Josh shares exclusives on what he's hearing from league insiders on what teams are most prepared to challenge for the North Star Cup this year ... and what clubs might've just missed the mark this off-season. This is a fun one. Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

What a relief! Thanks to two delicious golazos from CanMNT's all-time leading goalscorer Cyle Larin and Jacob Shaffelburg AKA the Maritime Messi, Canada's Men's National Team have booked their ticket to face World Cup winners Argentina at this summer's Copa América (along with our good pals Peru and Chile). How did we feel about the way the match unfolded? We discuss! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

Introducing the Friday night special! On this episode, we preview CanMNT's decisive Copa América qualifying match against Trinidad & Tobago, which is finally upon us. That's it. That's the pod. We're talking Stephen Eustaquio being named captain, lineup/score predictions, formations, how important this match is, and lots more fun stuff. It's go time, baby. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

On today's episode, we welcome one of the brightest stars in Canada's next generation of talent as 18-year-old Kevaughn Tavernier joins the crew for a chat. We talk his experience with Canada at the U-17 World Cup in Indonesia, scoring his first goals alongside Canada's U-20 squad during a dominant run of performances in February, what he's looking to accomplish with Forge during the 2024 Canadian Premier League season, and of course, becoming the third-youngest Canadian to score in the CONCACAF Champions Cup — along with the reception he received at school afterward. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We're back with our weekly news roundup! On this episode, Josh shares some interesting CPL transfer news that he's retrieved from digging around, we talk Canada Soccer releasing new kits ahead of this weekend's match against Trinidad & Tobago, a weekend MLS recap from a Canadian perspective including Montreal's unfortunate downfall in the windy city, Canadians overseas, and lots more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

The crew is back with the weekly news roundup. On this episode, we're discussing Mauro Biello's refreshing changing of the guard in his #CanMNT roster for next week's decisive Copa América qualifier against Trinidad & Tobago. We recap the weekend's matches that saw all three Canadian MLS clubs STAY undefeated, the Canadian Premier League updating their roster rules ahead of the 2024 season, some exclusive transfer updates from around the league, a massive turnout for the Halifax Wanderers kit reveal event, and lots more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We’re back with our weekend recap as Toronto FC picks up three points on the road for the first time since AUGUST 2022 — as the Reds open their season with back-to-back shutouts for the first time in franchise history. Meanwhile, CF Montréal remain undefeated and secure their first win of 2024 against FC Dallas. Vancouver Whitecaps weren’t able to get all three but still held off Charlotte FC for a 1-1 draw on opening day at BC Place. Josh also provides us with the outcome of his extensive investigation into the Canadian Premier League salary cap ahead of the 2024 season while Mitchell draws our attention to something of dire importance: Canadian strikers just can’t seem to stop scoring overseas. All that and more on another fun episode! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

We're back for a good ol' fashion news episode! On this week's edition, we discuss Canada Soccer's big recruitment of Kevin Blue as the federation's new CEO and general secretary, the start to Toronto FC and CF Montréal's MLS campaigns, Matty Longstaff joining the Reds, Mitchell's trip to see Lionel Messi and Inter Miami in Florida, Josh's visit to Halifax Wanderers training camp, Canada's Men's U-20 squad dominating at CONCACAF qualifiers, and lots more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes

On today's episode, we're joined by the 2023 Canadian Premier League's Best Canadian U-21 Player and one of Atlético Ottawa's biggest off-season signings, Matteo de Brienne. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk / @mbaileyreporter Josh - @Joshrjhealey / @WanderersNotes Matteo de Brienne - @matteodebrienne

This is a special one, folks. On this episode, we sit down with the one and only James Sharman — host of The Footy Prime podcast and Room 4-4-2. We chat the origins of his passion for the beautiful game, the beginning of his broadcasting career and what circumstances eventually led to the creation of The Footy Show on The Score, some of his favourite memories from more than 20 years of covering the game in Canada, the preparation process for a typical Footy Prime episode and what the show has in store for 2024, #CanMNT’s odds against Trinidad and Tobago, growing football in Canada, Sharman’s Proper Pies, and more! It was an absolute honour to have James on the show and we hope to have him back on sooner than later! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes James - @jamessharman

On today's episode, we're joined by one of the most familiar faces in the Canadian Premier League — as Ben Fisk sits down to share his excitement surrounding the 2024 season as he gears up to live the "dream he forgot he had" at Vancouver FC. Plus, we talk his experiences playing alongside some #CanMNT legends, his time in Europe, and lots more! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes Ben Fisk - @Benfisk

We're back with a lengthy news round-up, folks! On this week's episode, the boys share their takeaways from Forge and Vancouver's opening CONCACAF Champions Cup matches, talk CPL transfer news including Rayane Yesli's move to Ottawa, more hometown heroes returning to Vancouver, a former foe becomes a friend in Halifax, and the peculiar case of Triston Henry. Plus, we've got all your #CanMNT updates as Theo Bair continues his impressive scoring run in Scotland, Jonathan David and Ike Ugbo pick up a brace — while Alistair Johnston, Milan Borjan, and Alphonso Davies pick up ... injuries. All that and more on today's show! P.S. - Stay tuned for more releases throughout the week as we have several exciting interviews on the way. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes

What Canadian has scored the most goals overseas this season? It isn’t Cyle Larin. It isn’t Jonathan David. It’s Marcus Haber. On this episode, the 27-time Canadian international details his storied career which has seen him spend a decade playing in England and Scotland’s upper tiers, representing Canada alongside some of the country’s all-time greats like Julian De Guzman and Atiba Hutchinson, and most recently, succeeding in a place where no Canadian footballer has dared go before — Cambodia, where he was the league’s top scorer in 2023 and currently has 23 goals in only 19 matches this season. His scoring prowess currently has him listed as second in the WORLD for most league goals in the 2023/2024 campaign, according to Transfermarkt (that's three less than Harry Kane and three more than Cristiano Ronaldo). This is one of our most interesting chats to date. Enjoy! FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes Marcus Haber - @MarcusHaber

We're here to bring you that breaking news coverage as Canada Soccer Business and Mediapro, which provides exclusive coverage for all Canadian soccer content through OneSoccer, are headed to court over contract disputes — that has both sides pointing the finger! We break down the currently available information and weigh in on what impacts this could have as several important competitions, including the 2024 Canadian Premier League season, are just around the corner. We're also chatting Canada Soccer's general secretary stepping down before starting her term, Mauro Biello staying on for CanMNT's upcoming Copa America qualifier against Trinidad & Tobago, and lots more! We also have some Canadian Premier League transfer scoops, along with a recap highlighting the recent accomplishments of Canadian players at home and abroad. Don't worry, everything's fine over here. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes

We've got a great chat for you folks today! On this episode, we're joined by 20-year-old goalkeeper Daniel Clarke, the fifth overall pick of the 2024 CPL U-Sports Draft. We talk being selected by the Halifax Wanderers and how he's preparing for pre-season, growing up in the UK before moving to Canada, his time trialling with the likes of Leicester City and Port Vale in England as a teenager, his stellar university campaign which saw him win the U-Sports Men's Soccer national championship with Cape Breton University, if he'd ever represent the #CanMNT, and lots more! We hope you enjoy the chat! We'll be back with more exciting interviews with some prominent figures in the Canadian soccer universe throughout the coming weeks. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes

The boys are back in town! On today's episode, we're covering all the main takeaways from John Herdman's recent press conference as Toronto FC are set to kick off pre-season and look to turn the page after receiving the almighty wooden spoon in 2023 — plus, there's plenty of transfers happening in the Canadian Premier League including a new Halifax Wanderers signing, big moves by Vancouver FC, and of course, we're recapping all the goals being scored by Canadians overseas and pondering the question that everyone's wondering: when will Tajon Buchanan make his Serie A debut for Inter Milan? Sit back and enjoy, folks! This is the first of several exciting episodes dropping over the next couple weeks. FOLLOW US ON X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes

This is a big one, folks! Today we have on Jordan Wilson, host and studio analyst at OneSoccer, as he shares his incredible journey of going from youth football in Mississauga to becoming a household name for a club in a small Danish city — before he seized the opportunity to join a new professional league in his home country which eventually led him to where he is today, as one of Canada's most prominent soccer personalities. We hope you enjoy listening to the conversation as much as we enjoyed having it! Follow us on X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey Jordan Wilson - @jwilsonxviii

After a two-week holiday hiatus, the crew is back and better than ever! We're kicking off 2024 by jumping into the latest milestone moment in Canadian transfer history — as Brampton's own Tajon Buchanan is set to become the latest Canuck to join a major European club as he's set to make things official with Inter Milan, seeing him become the first Canadian to play in Italy's top flight. We're also contemplating what's next for goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau as he's now out of contract at LAFC, discussing Kamal Miller's unexpected departure from Inter Miami, Cavalry's new marquee signing, Ismaël Koné recent impressive form, and lots, lots more! Kick off the New Year the right way and enjoy the show! Make sure to follow the podcast on Spotify for new episodes weekly + exclusive player, coach, and analyst interviews coming soon. Follow us on X: Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey

Covering a lot of ground in this one, folks! In this episode, we go through the players selected in the 2024 CPL-U Sports Draft, Josh provides an update on the Manny Aparicio transfer rumours, we discuss the possibility of a Woobens Pacius move to Major League Soccer, #CanMNT's chances (if they qualify) following last week's Copa América Draw, the CONCACAF Champions Cup draw and how it's impacting Canadian clubs, comments made by John Herdman in his interview with CBC Sports, and even more on top of that! So buckle up and enjoy! Make sure to follow the show for new episodes weekly. Follow us on X: Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk

First episode with a guest! It was a pleasure chatting with Ollie as we discuss his role at Suburban FC amongst the other pressing issues such as the launch of League 1 Atlantic, player pathways in the Halifax region and beyond, the values and mission statement of Suburban, his club's straightforward approach to developing more coaches, giving back to the community, being "all in" on the footy lifestyle, his Tottenham obsession, and so, so much more! For our first guest appearance, this is an absolute banger of a chat and we hope you enjoy listening to the conversation as much as we enjoyed having it. Cheers! Follow us on X: Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk Oliver Hewish - @oliver_hewish

We're back folks! It's a shorter episode this week but rest assured it's for good reason as we immediately recorded our first guest episode after wrapping this one up. So expect a lengthier, informative discussion with an exciting guest sometime this weekend. As for this episode, Josh recaps Thursday afternoon's press conference where York United's new ownership group made themselves available to the media for the first time since their takeover was announced — along with some exclusive information regarding potential coaching announcements at the club. We recap the spectacle which was the sendoff for international football's all-time leading goal scorer Christine Sinclair, discuss the upcoming 2024 CPL-U SPORTS Draft, and give you a recap of the top weekend performances from Canadians abroad. Enjoy! Follow us on X: Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk

We made it to Episode 2! Welcome back all you early adopters of the new show for another week of listening to us talking about everything soccer-related in this big, beautiful country. On this episode, we discuss the latest in Canadian Premier League roster updates and rumours, speculate about who’s actually in the running to become the next permanent manager of Canada’s Men’s National Team, offer a full in-depth recap of some spectacular Canadian performances overseas (We’re looking at you, Ismaël Koné) in recent days, and lots, lots more! Follow us on X: Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey Mitchell - @CanFutbolTalk

In the show's inaugural episode, Josh and Mitchell breakdown the Canadian Mens National Team's disappointing second half collapse against Jamaica, leading to the squad dropping out of the CONCACAF Nations League and forcing a knock-out Copa America qualifying match against Trinidad & Tobago in March. We discuss what went wrong, Mauro Biello's coaching future, and what's next for the Canadian program. We also dive into some Canadian Premier League transfer news and take a peek into what listeners can expect from the show in coming weeks. Follow us on X: Josh - @WanderersNotes // @Joshrjhealey Mitchell - @CANFutbolTalk