Soccer Stories Podcast

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast, I’m joined by Jeremy Alumbaugh, President of the USL Championship.Jeremy shares his personal journey through the game, from collegiate player to coach, general manager, and now president of one of the fastest-growing leagues in American soccer. His story is a uniquely American pathway, highlighting the diverse opportunities within the sport here in the United States.This is a conversation about passion, perseverance, and leadership in soccer that you won’t want to miss.Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textGuinness legend and Man City diehard Prime Mutton joins the "Soccer Stories Podcast" for an episode full of football, pints, and pub tales. Fresh off his U.S. tour, he shares unforgettable moments from Boston, Philly, Chicago, New York, and more. We talk perfect pours, favorite away days, the origin of the "Muttonistas," and where to find the best Guinness in Ireland, the UK, and the States. If you love football, pub culture, or just a good story over a great pint, this one’s for you!Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textIn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast, we’re joined by Joe Nemzer, the Technical Director of the Philadelphia Ukrainian Nationals. Based in Horsham, Pennsylvania, the Ukrainian Nationals boast a rich history that dates back to 1950. The club once played in the 1st division of U.S. Soccer's American Soccer League and has an impressive legacy with six American Soccer League titles and four U.S. Open Cups, ranking 2nd all-time.In 2025, the Ukrainian Nationals are focused on fostering competitive youth soccer for boys and girls, offering a range of programs from a developmental academy for ages 5-8 to travel teams for U8 through U18 players, competing in some of the most competitive local and regional youth leagues.During this episode, Joe shares insights into his role at the Ukrainian Nationals, his journey to coaching, what it means to be a Technical Director, and much more about the evolving role of a coach in today’s game. Enjoy this in-depth conversation on the Soccer Stories Podcast!Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by Marcus Walfridson. Marcus is the founder and President of the Sarasota Paradise. The Paradise compete in the USL League Two which is the 4th division of soccer in the United States. Competing at the highest semi-professional division in the U.S. the goal remains clear...to bring the Sarasota Paradise to the professional ranks! On this episode Marcus will talk about his background, love for the sport, and how he started this soccer club in paradise!Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we sit down with the star of 'The Soccer Tournament (TST),' Chad Poarch. Chad scored the game winning 4th goal to defeat Luis Nani & his star-studded team on the way to capturing the TST title.You will hear from Chad Poarch himself as we discuss TST, what it was like playing against Nani and of course, what he will do with the one million dollars.Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccerCheck out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by the founder of One Soccer Nation, Kareem Rae. Kareem is a former player who's transitioned seamlessly into various roles within the sport. With two decades of soccer experience, from grassroots to semi-pro, Kareem is not only an author but also a mentor to thousands of players through his insightful book. As the host of over 250 soccer interviews on The One Soccer Nation Podcast, Kareem brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table. And now, he's taken the helm as CEO & Co-Founder of One Soccer Nation. Join us as we explore his journey and insights into the beautiful game.If you would like to follow along with Kareem's journey at One Soccer Nation make sure to check out his channel on YouTube where you can find all episodes of the OSN Podcast! Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we will be discussing one of the most beautiful club's in all of Europe, Como 1907. Situated on the banks of Lake Como this historic club was promoted to Serie A for the first time since the 2002-2003 season. This promotion has led to a lot of media attention for Como 1907 and with good reason!Como 1907 is an incredibly historic club. The team has had it's fair shares of ups and down since well 1907, and at this point in time are celebrating the success of moving up to Serie A. The 2024 season for Como 1907 has been capped off with promotion, but it doesn't end there. The future for this club is bright! I hope you enjoy this episode. To watch State of Soccer's full video about Como 1907's rise to Serie A make sure to check out the link to YouTube in the LinkTree below:Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by New York Red Bull's winger, Serge Ngoma. Serge is only 18 years old and is embarking on his 3rd season with the New York Red Bulls. A homegrown player from North Plainfield, New Jersey, he has risen through the ranks of the Red Bulls Academy and has experienced great success thus far in Major League SoccerWe are thrilled to have Serge Ngoma on this episode of the Soccer Storied Podcast. I hope you enjoy!Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by Daniel Velásquez the co-founder of Homefans. Homefans is an online marketplace allowing local sport fans to share their passion for their club with traveling fans, by hosting unique sports experiences. Operating in over 40 countries this is company has a fascinating story to tell, and on this episode you will hear some of these fascinating soccer stories from Daniel!Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by Philadelphia Union @PhiladelphiaUnion forward, Chris Donovan. Donovan who recently was mentioned in a tweet by famous Italian soccer journalist Fabrizio Romano @FabrizioRomanoYT has signed a 2-year extension with the Philadelphia Union.Chris Donovan is a local hometown Philadelphia-suburbs talent, born-and-raised. Growing up in Paoli, Pennsylvania and attending Conestoga High School where he scored 56 goals his senior year, Donovan would go on to play his collegiate soccer at Drexel University @DrexelUniv suiting up for the Drexel Dragons Mens Soccer Team @DrexelDragonsTV @reddrexeldragon. Donovan would later be drafted by the Columbus Crew @ColumbusCrew with the 68th pick overall & eventually find his way to his hometown club, the Philadelphia Union. On this episode we talk about his Major League Soccer @mls career thus far, journey to the pros, and his expectations for the upcoming MLS season. I hope you enjoy this episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast! The Soccer Stories Podcast is NOW AVAILABLE on multiple platforms: Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XUrXGs... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Buzzsprout: https://soccerstoriespodcast.buzzspro... Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this fifth episode we are joined by the head coach of Lancaster Football Club, Dan Hook. Dan's journey is the living embodiment of the Soccer Stories Podcast! A UEFA B licensed coach, Dan has spent time in Qatar, South Korea, and within the English Football pyramid at clubs such as: York City, Stoke City, Corby Town, and Darlington Football Club. Now living his dream as a head coach stateside in the UPSL. Coach Hook will dive into his own soccer journey, life in the US Soccer pyramid, and fascinating story of Lancaster Football Club located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania….with that let the Soccer Stories unfold!The Soccer Stories Podcast is NOW AVAILABLE in Audio:Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2XUrXGs... Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Buzzsprout: https://soccerstoriespodcast.buzzspro... Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this fourth episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by EFL Girl. EFL Girl by all measures is the Queen of football away days on TikTok. Her brutally honest narrative style takes you on a captivating journey from football ground to football ground across England, all while faithfully following her beloved Plymouth Argyle.Despite the overwhelmingly positive appeal and a rapidly growing following of tens of thousands of fans on TikTok, EFL Girl's journey, at times, is no stroll in the park. Her direct approach and honest reviews of countless football grounds have led her to navigate unfortunate encounters in the less enlightened corners of the online football community.Today we will discuss her passion as a Plymouth Argyle supporter, how she stumbled into the world of football content creation, and where she sees her channel going in the future.Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this episode we are joined by popular FC24 Twitch streamer & Man City content creator, Chi_Kacee. Kacee will discuss her role with Manchester City Football Club, her love for gaming, and how she serves a unique role as a women in eSports. Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send a textOn this second episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by professional footballer, Joseph Farrell. Joe is a defender for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds of the USL Championship. We'll discuss Joe's professional journey, what it's like playing the 2nd divison of US professional soccer, and his personal story of when he played & scored in front of his childhood idol, Didier Drogba. Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer

Send us Fan MailOn this pilot episode of the Soccer Stories Podcast we are joined by footballl YouTube sensation, HRVizak. Izak will be joining the show to discuss his journey in football content creation. We'll discuss Izak's day-to-day and what makes being a full-time YouTuber a challenge.Check out all things State of Soccer TV for more original content!LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/stateofsoccer