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 USMNT after heavy defeats, react to Italy shockingly missing the World Cup AGAIN, and preview a massive week of UEFA Champions League quarterfinal matchups including Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich and Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid.

We also bring it back home to discuss San Diego FC’s first loss of the season, as they play most of the match with 10 players… again.

In this episode:

• USMNT struggles vs Belgium & Portugal

• Italy fail to qualify for the World Cup

• Mexico & Spain takeaways from the international break

• Champions League quarterfinal preview

• San Diego FC’s first loss

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🎧 Note: A bit of background noise in parts of this one — thanks for bearing with us!

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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 Concacaf Champions Cup, followed by a draw at home.

We also break the 2nd leg of the Champions League round of 16, and which teams are looking like real contenders. Plus, we touch on MLS vs Liga MX matchups, transfer rumors (👀 Griezmann to MLS?), and more.

🎥 Watch the full episode on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/WyOEtGZ0bk8

Shoutout to Joxer Daly’s and the Chelsea supporters group:

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We had a blast with you on Saturday! 💙

🎶 Check out the Coca-Cola World Cup anthem we mentioned:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NWOALJ0C0I8

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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 their toughest tests yet against Liga MX powerhouse Toluca. Despite the challenge, SDFC delivered a massive result, showing resilience and proving they belong on the big stage.

We also break down the Champions League Round of 16 second legs, including Real Madrid vs Manchester City, Barcelona’s chances, and other key matchups that could shake up the tournament.

To wrap things up, we react to newly released World Cup kits from the USA, Canada, and Brazil, plus a few quick hits from around the soccer world.

In this episode, we discuss:

• San Diego FC’s strong start to year two

• SDFC vs Toluca recap and second leg expectations

• Champions League Round of 16 preview

• New World Cup kits (USA, Canada, Brazil)

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