POSTS & PODS

Here you’ll find our weekly Unsolicited and Under-Informed Opinions about the latest soccer news, as well as our longer deep dives into the history and design of crests, clubs, and tifos from teams all around the world.

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Back from Spring Break: Miami Kit Bet, Premier League Fan Fest, and a CFFC Fan Visits Nashville

Justin and Maria are both back from spring break and are here once again with their very unsolicited and under-informed opinions about the world of football (the soccer kind). They chat about their Inter Miami kit bet, Justin's trip to the Premier League Mornings Fan Fest in Nashville PLUS his trip to Geodis Park. They also get caught up with US Open Cup and Justin shares his feelings about the state of the national team.

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What Is Going On In Turkey?

As a tumultuous Turkish season nears its end, we touch base with Onur Ozturk to get insights on what is happening in Turkey.

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Tifo Talk with Kristi Kivi from The Pride, an FC Cincinnati Supporters Group

This week we welcome Kristi Kivi to the Footy Museum podcast! Kristi is a member of the Pride, a FC Cincinnati supporters group. She serves on the board, and is also a member of The Forge, the group of FCC SGs dedicated to designing, making, and organizing tifo displays. Kristi talks to us about some of the recent tifos they've produced, and gives a peak behind the scenes of their processes.

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Guardiokloppalypse and the Go Ahead Eagles

Welcome to another Unsolicited and Under-informed Opinions weekly episode, where Justin and Maria chat about all things in the world of football. This week they really cover it all, from Liverpool/Man City to the W Gold Cup, to the Dutch league, and pre-US Open Cup chatter.

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Chicago Soccer History Part 2: 1900-1939

This week, we continue our exploration into the history of the beautiful game in Chicago. This episode is part of an ongoing series focused on the rich history of soccer in the United States, with a special look at the game's long and fascinating journey in the Windy City.

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Weekly Recap and NWSL Kit Reactions

Welcome to another Unsolicited and Under-informed Opinions segment, where we dive into the week in the world of soccer. This episode Justin and Maria talk about the latest with the US Open Cup drama, MLS's matchweek 2, the "Snow Bowl" between Real Salt Lake and LAFC, and the continued referee mess. They also chat about news from England. Most importantly, they give their reactions to this year's NWSL kit release with designs from Nike.

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Soccer Overload: MLS Returns

Soccer is back! MLS commences with its 29th season. An exciting opening weekend, not without its controversies (looking at you, replacement refs). Justin and Maria also share updates on EPL, the biggest match of the season in the Championship, and that sneaky little tifo by Legia Warsaw supporters.

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MLS Kit Reactions

The start of the MLS season means new kits, and we're here with our hot takes! Justin and Maria share their unsolicited opinions on this year's releases. They also discuss club and community identities, fan involvement, and the meeting place of fan culture with current events.

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US Open Cup Drama, Horan's Apology, USL Super League D1 Status, and More USUI

There's so much to talk about this week in the world of soccer. Continued US Open Cup drama, USL's Super League given D1 status, and Lindsey Horan's non-apology. Not to mention the referee lockout ahead of MLS season openers, plus more from the UK and Europe. Justin and Maria are here to share their Unsolicited and Under-informed Opinions.

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Alan Królikowski from Men In Red 97

Today we welcome special guest, Alan Królikowski from Men In Red 97 (MIR97), a podcast and media group dedicated to covering all things Chicago Fire. Alan geeks out with us about the Fire, supporter culture, and what he's looking forward to this coming season.

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Spotting Sam Eagle and Hunting Replicants

Welcome to a conspiracy-packed Unsolicited and Under-informed podcast about the world of football--no not that kind, the other one! This week Justin and Maria share their thoughts on the bizarre broadcast announcement by Fifa for the 2026 World Cup, the conclusion of AFCON, Chicago Fire's return to red and the MLS pre-season. They also discuss Lindsey Horan's harsh remarks made in an interview with the Athletic, and chat about the latest in football design news.

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Farewell, Dear Jürgen

Another Unsolicited and Under-informed for all you Footy Museum friends out there! Tune in as we catch up on this week in the world of football, from Jürgen Klopp's announcement he will leave Liverpool, to the MLS kit leak, and more favorite crests from the FA Cup.

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What is a Liver Bird Anyways?

On this week's Unsolicited and Under-Informed Opinions, Justin and Maria dive into everything from golazos at AFCON to answering the question "what is a liver bird?" They also talk about Ivan Toney's controversial free kick, dish on Man City's year of the dragon kits, fan actions from Crystal Palace and Sporting KC, and the return of the Reign.

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The Footy Museum, A History

You've been asking for it, and we're ready to deliver: The Footy Museum history. Did you know that we've actually been around for over a hundred years? (wink wink). From grocery stores, to basements, to astro domes, and now the modern Footy Era. Sit back and hear the (enormously fabricated) tale.

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Suarez joins the Miami Retirement Community

Burrrr it's cold in the studio this week as Justin and Maria share their unsolicited and under-informed opinions about the week in soccer. This episode they chat about what would improve MLS stadium atmospheres, Suarez joining the retirement community in Miami, and the weekend's matches in AFCON and Premier League.

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Favorite Designs from 2023 African Cup of Nations

The 2023 African Cup of Nations begins on January 13th (yes, in 2024 -- we explain), and we are here to chat about our favorite crests from this year's participating countries. We talk about Angora, South Africa, host nation Ivory Coast, and dive deep into the political history of soccer in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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Three Very Thirsty Lions

Welcome back to the Footy Museum for this week's Unsolicited and Uninformed Opinions about the world of football. This episode Justin and Maria talk about La Liga's broadcast graphics and the inevitable AI takeover, why the Turkish Super Cup was suspended, and Justin's new favorite club badge of all time.

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M-m-m-my Girona FC

On this week's deep dive, Justin and Maria get to know Girona FC, the little club that's been dominating La Liga. Take a listen to learn more about the region, the origins of the club, and the very old history of the team's crest.

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