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Pitch Report
by Mario and Amilcar
Two lifelong friends, Mario & Amilcar, bringing you the best (and sometimes most ridiculous) takes on all things soccer! From the rise of San Diego FC in MLS to the drama of the Champions League, we cover the biggest matches, hottest debates, and whatever else comes up—because sometimes, we just like to talk football… or whatever random thing is on our minds. 🚀 Expect: ✅ Unfiltered soccer talk ✅ Champions League, MLS, La Liga, Premier League & more ✅ San Diego FC coverage from day one ✅ Guest appearances from soccer fans, experts & insiders ✅ Random side conversations, hot takes & good vibes Join us every week for laughs, rants, and plenty of soccer talk—even if we occasionally go off the rails. 🎙️⚽🔥 📲 Follow us on Instagram & Twitter/X (@_pitchreport) and send us your questions, comments, and wild predictions! #PitchReport
Episodes
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FIFA's Latest Controversy, Pochettino's Decision & What's Next in Soccer
The World Cup is over, but the biggest stories in soccer are just getting started. Mario and Amilcar discuss FIFA's latest controversy after its reported attempt to sell a stake in the World Cup, the growing pressure on Gianni Infantino, and what it could mean for the future of the sport. They…
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FIFA World Cup 2026: España Campeón del Mundo! Final Recap & Tournament Takeaways
Spain are World Cup champions! 🇪🇸🏆 In the final episode of our 2026 FIFA World Cup coverage, Mario and Amilcar break down Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina and discuss what made La Roja worthy champions. They also recap the tournament's biggest storylines, from the thrilling third-place match...
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FIFA World Cup 2026: The Biggest Winners & Losers
The World Cup champion will lift the trophy on Sunday, July 19, but which teams, fans, and storylines have already won or lost during this unforgettable tournament? Mario and Amilcar share their biggest winners and losers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They discuss Curaçao and Cabo Verde’s inspiring...
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain Advances, England vs Argentina Preview
We’ve officially been to a FIFA World Cup! ⚽🌎 In this episode of Pitch Report, Mario and Amilcar recap their experience attending Spain vs. Belgium at SoFi Stadium, from the incredible atmosphere to what it was like seeing Spain in a World Cup for the first time. The guys break down Spain’s 2–1...
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico & USA Eliminated, Spain Move On
Y sí, sí… tendrá que esperar un poco más, as Mexico’s World Cup comes to an end after a heartbreaking 3–2 loss to England at the Estadio Azteca. Mario and Amilcar break down Mexico’s performance, the fight they showed against one of the tournament favorites, the controversial calls, and why…
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Opening Week Recap | Messi Debate, Host Nations & Early Chaos
The first week of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is complete, and there is already no shortage of drama, surprises, and storylines. In this episode, Mario and Amilcar recap the opening round of matches, discuss the biggest surprises of the tournament so far, and react to standout performances from…
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups J, K & L Preview
In this episode of Pitch Report, Mario and Amilcar wrap up their 2026 FIFA World Cup group-stage breakdowns by diving into Groups J, K, and L. We discuss Argentina’s chances of defending their crown, Portugal’s loaded squad and Cristiano Ronaldo’s pursuit of one final World Cup run, Colombia’s...
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups G, H & I Preview | Belgium, Spain, France & Norway
The World Cup is underway, and our group-by-group breakdown series continues! In this episode, Mario and Amilcar dive into Groups G, H, and I of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. We preview Belgium, Egypt, Iran, and New Zealand in Group G; discuss Spain, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, and Cape Verde in Group H…
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups D, E & F Preview
The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues as Mario and Amilcar break down Groups D, E, and F! In this episode, we take a closer look at a competitive Group D featuring the United States, Turkey, Paraguay, and Australia, discuss whether Germany can return to its World Cup best in Group E, and...
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Groups A, B & C Preview
The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues as we break down Groups A, B, and C! Mario and Amilcar are joined by returning guests Israel “Izzy” and Mr. Leo to preview Mexico’s group, discuss Canada’s chances as a host nation, and debate whether Brazil or Morocco should be considered the…
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World Cup 101: Everything You Need to Know About the FIFA World Cup 2026
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup around the corner, and North America playing host, we wanted to dedicate an episode to breaking down everything you need to know before the world's biggest sporting event kicks off. Whether you're completely new to soccer, a casual fan looking for a refresher, or...
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SDFC Drop Points, Barça Champs & The Return of “The Special One”
Mario is back from Morocco rocking a Brahim Díaz jersey, SDFC are back to dropping heartbreaking late points, and Barcelona are officially La Liga champs. The guys break down San Diego FC’s frustrating run of draws, the electric atmosphere at Snapdragon, Real Madrid’s latest disasterclass, and…
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Free Chucky?! SDFC's Late Meltdown, PSG-Bayern Madness & Real Madrid's Off-Pitch Fights
Mr. Leo is back as a guest host with a jam-packed episode of The Pitch Report! First, we break down San Diego FC's frustrating 2-2 draw against LAFC, SDFC were cruising at 2-0 until the 82nd minute. What happened? Is it time to Free Chucky? And with another potential injury to CJ Dos Santos and a...
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"Uptown Funk" was #1 last time Barca won the UCL... 💀
Welcome back to The Pitch Report! Join Mario and Amilcar as they break down a chaotic week in world football. From the heartbreak of the Champions League quarterfinals to a reality check on how long it’s actually been since Barcelona last lifted the trophy, we’re covering it all. In this episode:...
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The Ultimate NA Beer Bracket: Pitch Report Madness (feat. Jesus & Mr. Leo)
Can a non-alcoholic beer actually taste like a Champions League winner? In this special "Pitch Report Madness" edition, the crew is joined by special guests Jesus and Mr. Leo for a high-stakes, blind taste test bracket to crown the #1 NA beer on the market. [PLEASE NOTE: This podcast episode is...
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Red Cards Continue + Barca vs Atleti & Real Madrid vs Bayern Preview
The Red Cards Continue, as Barca, SDFC, and Man United all play with a man down. Amilcar and Mario break down whether their teams can pull off a remontada in the Champions League — and compare their takes to our listener poll. Meanwhile, SDFC hits uncharted territory after four games without a…
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USMNT Concerns, Italy Out Again, UCL Quarterfinal Preview & SDFC’s First Loss
USMNT Concerns, Italy Out Again, UCL Quarterfinal Preview, and SDFC’s First Loss of the season. Mixed results during the international break — including Italy missing the World Cup for a THIRD time in a row. On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar break down growing concerns around the...
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San Diego FC Crash Out, Champions League Quarterfinals Are Set & Griezmann to MLS?
We’re back with another episode of Pitch Report. We kick things off with our experience at a Chelsea supporters bar in LA and what it’s like being surrounded by die-hard fans on matchday (plus what not to wear 😅). From there, we dive into San Diego FC’s tough week - getting knocked out of the...
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San Diego FC vs Toluca Breakdown, Champions League Round of 16 & World Cup Kits
We’re back at it! On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar cover a packed week in soccer; from San Diego FC’s huge performance against Toluca to Champions League Round of 16 matchups and the latest World Cup kit drops. San Diego FC continues to impress early in the season and faced one of...
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25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years | Part 3 of 3 (Top 5)
Pitch Report Countdown Series: 25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years. We wrap up our three-part countdown of the 25 biggest soccer moments of the last 25 years. On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar reveal the Top 5 moments that defined modern soccer. This is Part 3 of 3…
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25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years | Part 2 of 3
Pitch Report Countdown Series: 25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years. With 2026 here, we continue our three-part countdown of the 25 biggest soccer moments of the last 25 years. On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar dive into Part 2 of 3, covering moments 15 - 6; where...
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25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years | Part 1 of 3
Pitch Report Countdown Series: 25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years. With 2026 here, we’re officially closing the first quarter of the century — so on this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar kick off a three-part series counting down the 25 biggest soccer moments of the last 25...
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SDFC Advance in the Playoffs + Adidas 2026 WC Kit Reviews
SDFC advances to the Western Conference Semi-Finals with a resounding 4–0 win over the Portland Timbers. Snapdragon was electric, the goals were flowing, and the guys break down all the playoff chaos before checking in on how their MLS Cup brackets are holding up heading into a massive showdown...
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SDFC’s Penalty Pain + Champions League Check-In
San Diego FC’s playoff dreams take a painful turn in Soccer City, USA. Mario and Amilcar break down the dramatic loss to the Portland Timbers in a crushing penalty shootout. Then, the guys dive into the first half of UEFA Champions League games this week— Real Madrid’s stumble, Bayern Munich’s...
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SDFC: First Playoff Dub, Clásico Chaos & United’s Streak
San Diego FC make history with their first-ever playoff win, and Amilcar was there for all of it. Anders Dreyer scores, Chucky sits in “timeout,” and a late Portland red turns it into a thriller. Then: Clásico fallout—big talk, bigger tempers, and why the rivalry is must-watch again. Finally:...
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MLS Playoff Preview: SDFC Best in the West, El Classico, and Man Utd's Big Win
Mario returns to defend his team’s honor as both Manchester United and Barcelona grab much-needed wins over the weekend — but with huge matches on the horizon, the pressure’s just beginning. San Diego FC clinch first place in the West, becoming only the second expansion team ever to do it. The…
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International Window: Qualifiers, U-20 Drama and Mora’s Bidding War
This episode dives into the international break, tracking which nations have secured World Cup spots and whether Italy will finally make it back after missing the last two. We discuss the biggest surprises of qualifying, including Brazil’s unexpected struggles, and check in on the U-20 World Cup...
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Mora’s Decision, U-20 World Cup Shocks, the Yamal Dilemma & Ronaldo’s Billion
We open with Gilberto Mora’s decision, who’s at the table, the real stay-vs-move tradeoffs, and why timing matters more than sticker price. From there, we sweep the U-20 World Cup: surprise group leaders, undercooked heavyweights, breakout prospects, and the trends shaping it, high press,...
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Ballon d’Or Buzz, Champions League Showdowns, and MLS Fallout
This week on Pitch Report, we have our guest host Mr. Leo back and we dive into the biggest stories shaking up world football. We kick things off with the drama around the Ballon d’Or, who deserved recognition, who was snubbed, and what it says about the state of the game. Then we turn to Europe,...
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International Break
It’s international break week, and Amilcar and Mario check in on SDFC players called up for duty, including Chucky Lozano’s return to El Tri and Anders Dreyer making his case for Denmark’s World Cup squad. We also cover the fallout from Inter Miami’s suspensions after Leagues Cup drama, debate…
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SDFC Road Warriors: 7 Straight Wins + European Check-In
San Diego FC makes history by defeating LAFC in the SoCal Derby, securing their record-setting 7th consecutive road win and staying just one point shy of the Supporters’ Shield. Meanwhile, Mario opens up about a potentially catastrophic draft strategy in Fantasy Football that could derail his...
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Return from Summer Break ☀️
Amilcar and Mario return from their summer break to catch up on the major moments from the past few months. They break down Chelsea’s surprising Club World Cup victory and what the tournament means for team dynamics moving forward. The duo also explores Mexico’s dominance in the CONCACAF Gold…
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PSG UCL Champions! with Florent
PSG finally win the Champions League! So we brought in the perfect guest to celebrate: our good friend Florent - the biggest PSG fan we know! In this episode: Reactions to PSG’s long-awaited European triumph Testing Amilcar & Mario's UCL trivia knowledge Ballon d’Or: Lamine Yamal, Dembélé, and...
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Late Goals (and fights), Ronaldo’s Future & European Tourneys Wrapping Up
San Diego FC split two games, the European competitions are wrapping up, and will we see a Ronaldo-Ramos reunion at Monterrey? San Diego FC splits the week: San Diego FC beat LA Galaxy with a 90+5’ Chucky winner Galaxy extend MLS’s worst-ever start (15 games winless) Midweek loss to Seattle…
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Barça Champs, Europa Hope, and Wrexham's Unprecedented Run
The vibes are HIGH (for Mario) as he celebrates Barcelona’s 28th La Liga title 🏆. Meanwhile, Amilcar briefly considers cash offers for the title of 2nd favorite La Liga team… sike. Despite chaotic seasons, both Manchester United and Spurs still have a shot at qualifying for the Champions League…
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San Diego FC settle it late in St.Louis & News from Around the Pitch
San Diego FC get the dub! Two late goals in the 79th and 87th minute seal a comeback win, and Mario & Amilcar are here to talk about what that says about the team’s mentality, midfield dominance, and whether this was the back-and-forth battle Mario has wanted. Shoutout to Anders Dreyer for…
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San Diego FC DOMINATE & UCL Final Is Set!
San Diego FC are BACK! After a rough patch, SDFC bounces back in style with a massive 5-0 win over FC Dallas. Then, it’s all eyes on Europe as we wrap up Leg 2 of the Champions League Semifinal. PSG and Inter Milan are headed to MUNICH! Want more soccer content? Follow us on Instagram & X:...
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Amilcar’s Back… and so are the L’s | SDFC Skid, Copa del Rey Final, & this week's UCL Semis
Amilcar is back from Japan! 🇯🇵 But he returns to some rough news… San Diego FC is on a three-game losing streak AND a tough result for Real Madrid. Talk about a welcome home! 😬 In this episode, Mario and Amilcar break down: ⚽ SDFC’s 3-game skid – what’s going wrong, and is it time to panic? 🏆...
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Roadtrip Blues, UCL Drama & Liga MX Nostalgia
Mr. Leo is back in the co-host seat for a second straight week - and there’s plenty to talk about (and maybe cry about just a little). San Diego FC hits a bump on the road with a 3-0 loss to Charlotte FC, capping off a rough two-game road trip. Mario and Leo break down what went wrong and why…
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Mr. Leo Subs In, SDFC Slips, and UCL Gets Spicy! 🎙️⚽🔥
With Amilcar out of town, our guy Mr. Leo jumps off the bench and brings the heat as guest host! 🔥 Mario & Leo break down San Diego FC’s altitude-adjusted loss in Colorado - competitive but not quite enough. On to the next one! 💪 Then it’s all Champions League chaos: Barça ballin’ 💥 PSG…
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Champions League Quarterfinal Preview + San Diego FC Statement Win
San Diego FC made a STATEMENT with a dominant 3-0 win over the Seattle Sounders, and we’re here to break down the performance, and how this team is continuing to raise the bar in their inaugural season. 🏟️ Then we turn our focus to Europe, with a full preview of the UEFA Champions League...
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San Diego FC BEAT LA (again)! Wins, Tailgates, and Rivalries Brewing
San Diego FC get's their BEAT LA in for the second time this season after a 3-2 Win over LAFC at Snapdragon Stadium! Amilcar and Mario react to the game and share their experiences from their first tailgate of the season - food, fans, and vibes all around. 🌮🍻 But beyond the match, a serious...
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San Diego FC vs Austin FC & Nations League Recap
San Diego FC take their first L in franchise history vs Austin FC, and we break down what went wrong and what it means moving forward. Plus: 🏆 Mexico wins the CONCACAF Nations League 🇪🇺 UEFA Nations League quarterfinals check-in 🌱 Pitch of the Week is back—and yes, Amilcar finally picked one…
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San Diego FC Still Undefeated! & UCL Round of 16 Recap!
San Diego FC keeps their undefeated streak alive after a tough battle against Columbus Crew! ⚡ We break down the match, the key takeaways, and what’s next for the team. Plus, the Champions League Round of 16 Leg 2 is wrapped up - who’s moving on to the quarterfinals? And most importantly… how did...
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San Diego FC Stays Undefeated Following a Big Win at RSL!
San Diego FC remains undefeated in franchise history with a huge 3-1 win over Real Salt Lake - and they did it without Chucky Lozano and in the cold! ❄️🔥 We break down how they pulled it off and what’s next for the squad. Plus, we check in on our Pitch of the Week, answer a hilarious listener...
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UCL Round of 16: Leg 1 Recap & Quarterfinal Predictions!
The first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 is in the books, and Amilcar and Mario break it all down! 🤔🏆 🚀 In this episode: ✅ UCL Round of 16 Leg 1 match-by-match breakdown 🏆⚽ ✅ Allison's crazy game 🧤⚽ ✅ Quarterfinal predictions—who’s moving on? 🚀 Plus, we make our bold predictions…
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San Diego FC’s Historic Home Opener! 🎙️⚽🔥
San Diego FC has officially played their first-ever home game at Snapdragon Stadium! 🏟️💥 We dive into the electric atmosphere, fan experience, and match breakdown—did San Diego FC rise to the occasion? Plus, we introduce a new segment and go rapid-fire with our predictions for the Champions...
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Champions League Round of 16 Draw🎙️⚽
The Champions League Round of 16 matchups are set, and we’re breaking them all down! Who got the best draw? Who’s in trouble? And which teams could surprise everyone? 🤔🏆 Plus, we preview San Diego FC’s upcoming match against St. Louis City FC, and Amilcar responds to the controversy surrounding...
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San Diego FC Debut with a 2-0 Win!
San Diego FC has arrived in MLS with a statement! 💥 We break down their historic 2-0 win over defending champions LA Galaxy, sharing our thoughts on the match, standout performances, and what’s next for the club. Plus, we take on a fun challenge: Can we name all 18 cities in San Diego County?...
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Champions League Knockout Phase Play-Offs & San Diego FC’s MLS Debut! 🎙️⚽
The knockout rounds are here, and so is the new Champions League format—but is it an improvement or a disaster waiting to happen? 🤔 In this episode, we break down: • 🔄 The new Champions League format—our thoughts, concerns & expectations • ⚽ Champions League knockout phase play-offs...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two lifelong friends, Mario & Amilcar, bringing you the best (and sometimes most ridiculous) takes on all things soccer! From the rise of San Diego FC in MLS to the drama of the Champions League, we cover the biggest matches, hottest debates, and whatever else comes up—because sometimes, we just like to talk football… or whatever random thing is on our minds.
🚀 Expect:
✅ Unfiltered soccer talk
✅ Champions League, MLS, La Liga, Premier League & more
✅ San Diego FC coverage from day one
✅ Guest appearances from soccer fans, experts & insiders
✅ Random side conversations, hot takes & good vibes
Join us every week for laughs, rants, and plenty of soccer talk—even if we occasionally go off the rails. 🎙️⚽🔥
📲 Follow us on Instagram & Twitter/X (@_pitchreport) and send us your questions, comments, and wild predictions!
#PitchReport
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