5ASIDE Podcast
Our game, our culture. Covering footy through a new lens.
Episodes
5ASIDE POD EP. 130: HAITI VS. DR FALL OUT | MAN CITY IS GUILTY | RONALDO LEAVES PORTUGAL | BALLON DOR GOES TOO FAR +MORE
In episode 130, the guys discuss everything from our beautiful Haiti vs. DR watch party but the unfortunate fall out on the island, Man City guilty of 114/115 financial charges, Ronaldo leaving Portugal, Ballon d'Or debates going way too far, USMNT improvement and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.FOLLOW @5ASIDEMEDIA ON ALL PLATFORMSTIMESTAMPS00:00 — Episode Preview01:
5ASIDE POD EP. 129 W/ BRIANNA PINTO: BRINGING WORLD CUP 2026 TO USA | LIFE AS NWSL FOOTBALLER | THE POWER OF TRAVEL, REPRESENTATION +MORE
In Episode 129, we have the esteemed pleasure of being joined by Chicago Stars' Brianna Pinto, playing professional football in the National Women's Soccer League. In one of our best guests yet, she talks everything from chasing her dreams to become a professional player, like as a youth international, the power of travel and representation in football, building her family's Pinto Foundation, and
5ASIDE POD EP. 128: HAALAND’S ILLEGAL GOAL | NATIONALISM IN FOOTBALL | MBAPPÉ CUETA CONTROVERSY | MESSI MLS BEEF +MORE
A full house! In EP. 128 the boys discuss the referee fallout from Haaland’s goal against Man United, nationalism in international football, footballs connection to the situation in Cueta and the LALIGA t shirt controversy with Mbappé, Messi’s MLS Beef and much more!LIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.FOLLOW US @5ASIDMEDIA @WAVYFOOTY ON ALL PLATFORMS
5ASIDE POD EP. 127: MEETING BALOTELLI | BALLON D'OR FOR MBAPPE? LAMINE? MESSI?? | UCL PREDICTION | REFEREE SCANDAL +MORE
Now we got 3 of us back! Almost full lol, but the boys discuss crazy story meeting Mario Balotelli, who should win the Ballon d'Or and should've been on nominee list, some UCL predictions, referee scandal and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.FOLLOW US @5ASIDMEDIA @WAVYFOOTY ON ALL PLATFORMSTimestamps0:00 — 5ASIDE discusses the crazy summer + Seb meeting Balotelli1
5ASIDE POD EP. 126: PREM AND LA LIGA SEASON PREDICTIONS | TOP TRANSFERS | LAMINE OVERREACTIONS | MLS UNDERRATED +MORE
We're back! Well, just two for this new season episode, but Gabe and Khendrick discuss Prem and LALIGA predictions, best transfers, overreactions to the beginning of the season, MLS being underrated, favorite new kits and more all at the timestamps below!LIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.FOLLOW US @5ASIDMEDIA @WAVYFOOTY ON ALL PLATFORMSTimestamps2:50 - Prem Season Predictions | ARS v CHE Preview11:20 -
5ASIDE POD EP. 125: 2026 FIFA WORLD CUP PREVIEW: GROUP PREDICTIONS | BRACKET BUILDING | SHOCK TEAMS | BEST PLAYER +MORE
In Episode 125 of the 5ASIDE Podcast, the guys discuss ALL things World Cup. From the Senegal vs. USMNT warm up friendly, into a full group stage preview, bracket building, best players, dark horses, and more, all at the timestamps below!LIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.FOLLOW US @5ASIDMEDIA @WAVYFOOTY ON ALL PLATFORMSTimestamps3:09 - How can you support Senegal over USMNT?!15:40 - Group A Predictions22:4
5ASIDE POD EP. 124: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL PREVIEW | USMNT WORLD CUP ROSTER REACTION + CHANCES | AI RUINING SPORTS +MORE
In Episode 124 of the 5ASIDE Podcast, the guys discuss the Champions League Final, react to the USMNT’s World Cup roster and chances in the tourney, debate whether AI is ruining sports, and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.FOLLOW US @5ASIDMEDIA @WAVYFOOTY ON ALL PLATFORMSTimestamps2:21 - AI Ruining Sports?10:50 - UCL Final Preview: Arsenal Parade Timing Bad?16:50 - Arsena
5ASIDE POD EP. 123: NEYMAR GOING TO WORLD CUP FOR BRAZIL | HOW FAR WILL BRAZIL GO | MOURINHO BACK TO REAL MADRID +MORE
In Episode 123, the guys discuss Neymar's Brazil call up, how far the team will go, Jose Mourinho back at Madrid, and what's next for Real!Follow Us! @5asidemedia @wavyfootyLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps1:00 - Neymar called up for Brazil8:00 - How far will Brazil go?17:25 - What's next for Pep?19:00 - Can Mourinho save Madrid, will this make the players happy?
5ASIDE POD EP. 122: REAL MADRID DISASTER | WORLD CUP HOT TAKES | NEYMAR IN BRAZIL SQUAD | TCHOUAMENI FEDE FIGHT +MORE
5ASIDE POD EP. 121: ARSENAL IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE FINAL | CRAZY GERMANY TRIP | MBAPPE FAN PETITION TO LEAVE MADRID +MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss Arsenal making the UCL Final, Seb's unreal experience in Germany for the promotion of Schalke back to Bundesliga, some USA World Cup hype after the new promo video, Thuram's AI post, El Clásico preview + fav moments, all at the timestamps below!Follow Us! @5asidemedia @wavyfootyLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps3:01 - Experience in Germany for Schalke Prom
5ASIDE POD EP. 120: PSG VS BAYERN ALL TIME CLASSIC | SPURS RELEGATION SCARE | WORLD CUP TALK +MORE
In Episode 120, the guys talk about the all time classic we just witnessed with PSG and Bayern, Spurs and Sevilla fighting relegation, World Cup Fan Fests coming to NYC, and much more at the timestamps below.Follow Us! @5asidemedia @wavyfootyLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps1:30 - Free World Cup Fan Fests in NYC7:37 - World Cup Tier Rankings from FOX13:10 - PSG vs. Bayern All Time Classic23:27 -
5ASIDE POD EP. 119: ARSENAL HISTORIC BOTTLE JOB | MAN CITY TITLE CHASE | CHELSEA IN THE DUMP | UCL SEMIS PREVIEW +MORE
In episode 119, the guys talk the generational hate watch and bottle job of Arsenal, some recent travel experience, Chelsea's ongoing struggles, the UCL Semis Preview, and much more at the timestamps below.Follow Us! @5asidemedia @wavyfootyLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestampsArsenal bottling the Prem..again - 1:50Footy travel: London, Tampa, DC weekend stories - 12:17Chelsea in the dumps! - 17:4
5ASIDE POD EP. 118: LAMINE YAMAL SAVING FOOTBALL | ARSENAL TITLE WORRIES | SPURS RELEGATION FEARS | UCL QF REVIEW +MORE
In episode 118 (filmed Wed Apr 15) the guys talk about Lamine Yamal's iconic press conference and performance, Arsenal's title worries, Spurs on the verge of relegation, UCL Quarterfinals review, and much more at the timestamps below!Follow Us! @5asidemedia @wavyfootyLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps1:59 - Lamine Yamal Press Conference and Performance10:36 - Lamine vs. Olise vs. Mbappe22:
5ASIDE POD EP. 117: SOCCER PASSES BASEBALL IN USA | GROWTH OF THE SPORT | WORLD CUP HOPES | UCL QUARTERFINAL RECAP +MORE
5ASIDE POD EP. 116: ITALY MISS 3RD STRAIGHT WORLD CUP | FRANCE USTOPPABLE | USMNT NEED OUR SUPPORT | UCL QF PREVIEW+MORE
In Episode 116, the guys discuss the eomotional wait of our guy Sebastian's Italy missing their Follow Us! @5asidemedia @wavyfootyLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps5:03 - Is France truly unstoppable? Who can beat them?21:48 - How we feel about our countries going into World Cup31:30 - Sebastian's passionate Italy rant, as they miss 3rd straight WC53:00 - Status of Iran in World Cup1:00:00
EP. 115: WHAT WILL ARSENAL WIN | FRANCE FAVORITES | SALAH LEAVES LIVERPOOL | UPSL CHANGING US SOCCER +MORE
In episode 115, the guys discuss everything from attending recent launch events for WC kit releases, Arsenal post Carabao Cup loss, Salah's legacy as he leaves Liverpool, Bayern's UCL chances, and UPSL changing soccer in America with guest Chris Korte breaking it down.Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps2:20 - Adidas WC Launch Event in LA7:35 - What's ne
5ASIDE POD EP. 114: AFCON AWARDED TO MOROCCO FROM SENEGAL | ADIDAS WC KITS | USMNT SUPPORT DEBATE | IRAN WC STATUS +MORE
In episode 114, the guys are joined by Jefferson the co founder of Daily Paper, to discuss the AFCON fallout with the trophy now being awarded to Senegal after the team was disqualified. Additionally talk on the new Adidas WC kits, USMNT support levels in the Black community, and more!Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps2:58 - New Adidas Away WC Kits!9:34 - Footy 10
5ASIDE POD EP. 113: WHO'S WINNING THE WORLD CUP | UCL R16 PREVIEW | WAR & GLOBAL POLITICS AFFECTING WC TEAMS +MORE
The guys are back talking World Cup Predictions, UCL R16 Preview, the current global politics affecting the World Cup, and much more at the timestamps below.Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBETimestamps3:13 - 100 Days Until World Cup Predictions6:29 - Brazil Overrated?12:30 - When Will African Team Win World Cup?18:30 - Can Senegal beat the Elites?28:18 - Favorite World Cup
5ASIDE POD EP. 112: WORLD CUP TICKET PRICES TOO HIGH | UCL RECAP/PREVIEW | WHAT MLS NEEDS TO CHANGE +MORE
The guys are back talking how much they'd pay to watch their nations at the World Cup, UCL Recap/Preview, what MLS needs to do thrive, and more at the timestamps below.Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE1:10 - Khendrick's experience on Brazilian TV6:26 - Not a Chips Ahoy Ad lol9:44 - World Cup Ticket Prices, how much are YOU paying?17:57 - UCL Recap/Preview22:34 - Wh
5ASIDE POD EP. 111: VINI JR. RACIALLY ABUSED AGAIN | HOW TO STOP RACISM IN FOOTBALL | SHAMEFUL MOURINHO | UCL RECAP+MORE
Vini was racially abused again, this time from an opposing player. We discuss the fiasco against Benfica, what's needed for racism in football to change, some UCL Playoff Recap, and more a the timestamps below. Happy Black History Month, and stay strong to all of our people who have gone through what Vini experienced on Tuesday, on and off the pitch.Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT.
5ASIDE POD EP. 110: BLACK HISTORY MONTH | MBAPPE IS UNDERRATED | RONALDO & MESSI BROKE FOOTBALL | UCL PREVIEW +MORE
It's Black History Month, so we chatting our favorite BHM football/soccer moments of 2025, what we expecting for 2026, an Mbappe debate on why he's underrated, UCL Playoff previw, and more at the timestamps below.Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Timestamps2:49 - BHM 2026 Predictions: Senegal or Lamine winning World Cup? Mbappe Ballon d'Or?7:43 - Mbappe Debate,
5ASIDE POD EP. 109: EXPERIENCING AFCON FINAL DRAMA IN PERSON | OUR MONTH IN MOROCCO | STATE OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL +MORE
The guys are FINALLY back in NY from Morocco, after a month covering AFCON for beIN Sports, making this is the first episode of the 2026. The guys talk living out their dreams on the trip, what it was like in Morocco, the insane experience of the final, and some news topics on UCL, Ligue 1, and more at the timestamps below.Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE1:08 - Rolling St
5ASIDE POD EP. 108: LIVERPOOL DISRESPECTED SALAH | CITY CATCHING ARSENAL | WORLD CUP GROUP REACTIONS | AFCON SOON +MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss everything from Liverpool vs. Mo Salah, where he should go if he leaves, how United and Chelsea are now tied on points, City catching Arsenal, the drama and predictions at the World Cup Group draw and much more, all at the timestamps below!Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemediaLIKE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE2:00 - Salah vs. Liverpool Drama8:26 - Is he LFC's Goat? Where s
5ASIDE POD EP. 107: CHELSEA & ARSENAL EXPECTATIONS | WORLD CUP DRAW PREDICTIONS | AFCON IS DISRESPECTED | ARAB CUP +MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss everything from Chelsea vs. Arsenal and how Chelsea have to have higher expectations, WC Group Draw predictions, AFCON being disrespected by European coaches, the Arab Cup and much more, all at the timestamps below!Follow Us! @wavyfooty @5asidemedia1:39 - Chelsea vs. Arsenal recap, should expectations for the clubs be higher?9:38 - Kimmich downplays loss to Arsena
5ASIDE POD EP. 106: NIGERIA MISS THE WORLD CUP AGAIN | ITALY MIGHT MISS 3RD IN A ROW | IRELAND INSPIRATION | HAITI +MORE
In Episode 106 the guys talk about Nigeria missing the World Cup AGAIN, after all the abuse suffered from fans lmao, Italy on the verge of missing their 3rd straight, if the Qualification cycle is unfair, big love to Haiti making World Cup (though shout before the game), and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms1:15 -
5ASIDE POD EP. 105: SUNDERLAND WINNING PREMIER LEAGUE | NEYMAR BOOED BY FANS | DOKU V. SAKA | WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS +MORE
In Episode 105 the guys talk about some all time great POC front 3s, Doku vs. Saka, Sunderland winning the Prem (!?), Neymar at Santos drama, World Cup Qualification action (recorded on Tue Nov 11), and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms3:02 - Best POC Front 3 of All Time6:39 - Doku vs. Saka13:00 - Impact of Losing
5ASIDE POD EP. 104: RAPHINHA ROBBED BY FIFPRO | TRENT BETRAYED BY LIVERPOOL | BAYERN PERFECT | AFRICAN WC PLAYOFFS+MORE
In Episode 104 the guys talk the FIFPRO World XI and the robbery of Raphinha, UCL Recap and the drama of Trent with Liverpool and Bayern looking like favorites, defining what a Big Club is, CAF World Cup Playoff Predictions, the new Adidas World Cup home kits, some political talk, and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platfo
5ASIDE POD EP. 103: EL CLASICO IS BACK | LAMINE YAMAL DRAMA | ARSENAL TITLE FAVORITES | TURKISH BETTING SCANDAL +MORE
In Episode 103, the guys talk about a fiery El Clasico, what it means for the rivalry, all the individual player drama, EPL, Serie A, and Ligue 1 Title Races, CAF Player of the Year nominees, an INSANE Turkish Betting Scandal, and much more at the Timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms2:20 - El Clasico Dallas Watch Party Experience4:18
5ASIDE POD EP. 102: MOROCCO WILL WIN 2026 WORLD CUP | NEW VAR RULE | LIVERPOOL IN TROUBLE | INSANE SWEDEN STORY +MORE
In Episode 102, the guys talk Morocco winnning the U20 World Cup, if they can win the senior one, a new VAR rule, Liverpool trouble + Klopp's legacy, an INSANE story in Sweden, drama and debate of Ghanaian National Team Selection, and much more at the Timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms1:25 - Covering Soccer never ends!2:46 - New
5ASIDE POD EP. 101: BAYERN MUNICH'S BIGGEST FAN | EXPERIENCE IN MUNICH | LEWANDOWSKI TRAITOR | UCL FAVORITES +MORE
In Episode 101, we're joined by our homegirl Barbara Satine (@barbarasatine), who talks being the biggest Bayern Munich fan you'll meet, the culture of the club, controversy in players jumping between them and Dortmund, her views on their current season, and much more!IKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms
5ASIDE POD EP. 100: EPISODE 100 REFLECTIONS | BUILDING OUR BUSINESS | HIGHS & LOWS | ADIVCE | GETTING A TV SHOW +MORE
In a VERY special Episode 100, the guys reflect on what it means to get this far with 5ASIDE, 3 years after starting the journey together in Oct 2022. Joined by Patrick Rose of Black Star Foundation, they discuss the origin story, highs and lows, advice to others, the future of Black soccer culture, and much more in a very inspiring listen. We hope that anybody looking chase their own dreams can g
5ASIDE POD EP. 99: MBAPPE UNDERRATED | LAMINE NEEDS REST | WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS | PULISIC BEST PLAYER IN SERIE A +MORE
In Episode 99, the guys talk making it on TV with BEIN Sports, best stories to start the club season heading into international break, Pulisic being the US goat, Mbappe being underrated, CAF World Cup Qualifier predictions, and much more at Timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms0:28 - What it means to be on TV for us4:58 - 2026 World Cu
5ASIDE POD EP. 98: UCL PREDICTIONS | CAN MBAPPE, KANE, & LAMINE BREAK RECORDS | YOUNG PLAYERS NEED MORE REST +MORE
In Episode 98, the guys talk UCL Matchday 2, overall predictions, Liverpool in trouble, and some potential records that are going to be broken by Kylian and Lamine. Timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms0:00 - Recording documentary with Bayern Munich6:44 - UCL Season Predictions15:22 - UCL Matchday 2 Reactions27:48 - Bundesliga: Kane re
5ASIDE POD EP. 97: ISABELLA OBAZE | DENMARK NT + PORTLAND THORNS | GOING PRO | PLAYING NWSL | LIFE OUTSIDE FOOTY +MORE
In this episode, we're joined by our FIRST NWSL and International Women's Team Player, as Isabella Obaze of the Portland Thorns and Danish National Team talks: growing up in Denmark, cultural differences between it and the US, going pro as a teenager, play style in the NWSL, best dressed and best music taste on her team, the mental struggles of being an athlete, her passion in acting, and
5ASIDE POD EP. 96: BALLON D'OR RECAP | DEMBELE MAKES BLACK HISTORY | RAPHINHA UNDERRATED | ARSENAL WINNING UCL? +MORE
In Episode 96, the guys recap the Ballon d'Or winners of this week, talk about all the cultural significance, where voters got it wrong, as we're joined by Amir Bell who talks the Business of Football, being a delusional Arsenal fan, and much more at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms2:06 - Favorite +Least Favorite Part
5ASIDE POD EP. 95: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IS BACK | LE CLASSIQUE PREVIEW | MAN UNITED IN SHAMBLES | DEMBELE BALLON DOR +MORE
In Episode 95, the guys talk about UCL being back, what we're most excited about, Le Classique Preview, some Manchester United slander as Onana shines in Turkiye, GOAT African Player Debate and much more at the timestamps below.LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms0:24 - UCL is back! What we're most excited about5:27 - Should UCL League Phase b
5ASIDE POD EP. 94: US SOCCER STRUGGLES, SHOULD JOIN CONMEBOL? | WORLD CUP QUALIFIERS | NIGERIA IN TROUBLE +MORE
In this episode, the guys talk about the USMNT struggles after the loss to South Korea (recorded before the Japan win), drama in Africa for the CAF World Cup Qualifiers, similar chaos in UEFA, Galatasaray's potential super team, and much more at the timestamps below.LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms1:25 - South Korea Loss, and how Immigration &
5ASIDE POD EP. 93: LIVERPOOL BEST TEAM EVER? | MAN UNITED CHAOS | TRANSFER WINDOW RECAP | EKITIKE CAMEROON DRAMA +MORE
In this episode, the guys talk about Isak to Liverpool and how good this squad has become, transfer window round up from Nic Jackson to Donnarumma, Man United's chaos, Ekitike Cameroon Drama, and more all at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms1:18 - Isak to Liverpool, and is the best team EVER?!5:20 - Chelsea influenced new t
5ASIDE POD EP. 92: UPSL: PATH TO PRO FOOTBALL/SOCCER IN THE USA | FROM FLORIDA TO LALIGA & BUNDESLIGA | US FUTURE +MORE
In this episode, the guys are joined by Christopher Korte from the United Premier Soccer League, discussing opportunities for young players to go pro, success stories of National Team, EPL, Bundesliga, LALIGA, and MLS players formerly being in UPSL, it being the most diverse league in the US, how it's essential to all of American soccer, and more!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5as
5ASIDE POD E. 91: FULL 2025/2026 SEASON PREDICTIONS: EPL | LALIGA | SERIE A | BUNDESLIGA | LIGUE 1
In this episode, the guys are FINALLY all back together, and give their predictions across EPL, LALIGA, Serie A, Bundesliga, and Ligue 1, from Champions, to Top 4, Top Scorer / Assister, & Young / Breakout Players. We back for the 2025/2026 season, and all at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms2:03 - Seb's Italy Summer +
5ASIDE POD EP. 90 w/ DESIGN FC: BRINGING TOGETHER DESIGN & SPORT | WORKING W/ FIFA, KEVIN DURANT, BAYERN, ADIDAS+MORE
In Episode 90, we're joined by our good friends at Design FC, a youth design organization that teaches creative thinking, self-expression, and autobiographical storytelling through the design of sport jerseys / apparel. Founder Omri, colleague Oliver, and student Kev join us to talk about the programs impact, scaling the organization, working with some of the biggest teams and brands in the world
5ASIDE POD EP. 89 W/ SARA PORARIA - CLUB WORLD CUP DESERVES MORE RESPECT | POGBA TO MONACO | LYON RELEGATION | GOLD CUP PREDICTIONS+MORE
In Episode 89, Gabe from the crew is joined by Sara Poraria, a reporter and broadcaster for Sporty TV in Madrid, who's been stateside all summer covering the Club World Cup. We talk her experience the U.S., differences between it and Canada as well as the footballing futures for both, life in Madrid, what we think awaits for us at the World Cup, and some inspirational words to end. All at the
5ASIDE POD EP. 88: CLUB WORLD CUP DESERVES MORE RESPECT | POGBA TO MONACO | LYON RELEGATION | GOLD CUP PREDICTIONS+MORE
In this episode, the guys give a deep dive on the Club World Cup with everything from the global fan experience and passion, to Europeans not taking it as seriously, the political aspect of it and more, as well some news in France with Lyon's potential relegation and Pogba to Monaco, as well as Gold Cup predictions and some other fun topics. All at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SU
5ASIDE POD EP. 87: NATIONS LEAGUE RECAP | BALLON D'OR IS DEMBELE'S | ICE AT CLUB WORLD CUP | US SOCCER IN TROUBLE+MORE
In Episode 87 we discuss Nations League Recap, impact on Ballon d'Or, ICE at the Club World Cup, amazing Kid Super x PUMA event, USMNT severely struggling, and more at the timestamps below..LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms0:00 - Nations League Recap - Ronaldo & Portugal wins, Lamine overly hated11:42 - Who's winning the Ballon d'Or
5ASIDE POD EP. 86: HOW TO FIX US SOCCER | STATE OF AFRICAN FOOTBALL | NEYMAR'S LEGACY | WORKING IN FOOTBALL MEDIA+MORE
In Episode 86 we're joined by Master Tesfatsion, soccer broadcaster for CBS, former NFL beat writer, travel enthusiast, and all around global football citizen. We discuss solutions to US Soccer, comparisons to American football, state of Africa as a footy powerhouse, and fun discussion on Brazil vs. Jordan before he joined us. All at the timestamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow
5ASIDE POD EP. 85: UCL FINAL PREVIEW | GOING TO WEMBLEY FOR PROMOTION FINALS | ARSENAL FAIL | NAPOLI WIN SERIE A +MORE
In Episode 85, the guys give predictions for the UCL Final, recap the other European Finals, Seb is fresh from witnessing history at Wembley, and we go around the Top 5 leagues looking at different title finishes and transfer rumors.LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms
5ASIDE POD EP. 84: EUROPEAN FINALS PREVIEW | WORLD CUP POSTER DESIGNER FOR NY/NJ | KNICKS FANS CLOSEST TO FOOTBALL+MORE
In this episode, the guys are joined by Rich Tu, designer of the NY/NJ Poster for the 2026 World Cup to discuss all things design and the process of that project, as well as giving their predictions on the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League Finals, how Knicks fans are the closest to the world of ftoobal and much more! Timestamps below.LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow
5ASIDE POD EP. 83: ULTIMATE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PREVIEW | EUROPA +CONFERENCE LEAGUE | FOOTBALL IS OUT PRICING FANS+MORE
In this episode, the guys are back giving their predictions on the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League Semi Finals, the title races in Spain and Italy, fans beings out priced in football, the issue with American commentary, and much more! Timestamps below.LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platformsWhat Rule Would You Bring Back in Foo
5ASIDE POD EP. 82: UCL QUARTERS PREVIEW | TITLE RACES | CRAZY LEAGUE CUP FINAL STORY | DRAMA IN BRAZILIAN LEAGUE +MORE
In this episode, the guys are back giving their predictions on the UEFA Champions League Quarter Finals, the title races in Spain and Germany, an INSANE story from Seb experiencing the League Cup Final, much more, and a guest joins us from Switzerland to chop it up at the end.LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms
5ASIDE POD EP. 81: PLAYING IN CHAMPIONS LEAGUE | CAPTAINING BKFC | PATH TO GO PRO | GROWTH OF THE WOMEN'S GAME +MORE
In this episode, the guys are joined by Samantha Rosette, the captain of Brooklyn Football Club, discussing her pathway to going pro, playing in the Champions League in Europe, being captain of BKFC as a New York native, her platform the Player's Network, the growth of the Women's Game, and much more!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms
5ASIDE POD EP. 79: UPSL TO WORLD CUP, EPL & MLS PATHWAY | HOW TO GO PRO IN SOCCER | MOST DIVERSE LEAGUE IN THE US +MORE
In this episode, the guys are joined by Christopher Korte from the United Premier Soccer League, discussing opportunities for young players to go pro, success stories of World Cup, EPL, and MLS players formerly being in UPSL, it being the most diverse league in the US, and more!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms
5ASIDE POD EP. 80: RAMADAN PERFORMANCES | CRAZY REACTION VIDEOS | BEST FOOTBALL MOVIES EVER | WOMENS HISTORY MONTH+MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss everything from legendary Ramadan moments like Ramadan Karim, religion in footy, Women Trailblazers for WHM, crazy reaction videos, and more!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platforms1:24 - Legendary Ramadan performances8:20 - Club badges relation to religion12:40 - France doesn't allow breaking of fast in Ligue 114:30 - Sh
5ASIDE POD EP. 78: UCL PREDICTIONS | ALL TIME BLACK 5-A-SIDE TEAM | CRAZY REF DRAMA | DEMBELE BEST IN WORLD? +MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss everything from breaking the referee drama that ensued this weekend, to some BHM topics on our all time 5-a-side team and what we want for the future of Black soccer, and of course predicting who goes through in the UCL. That and more all at the time stamps below!LIKE. SHARE. COMMENT. SUBSCRIBE.Follow Us: @5asidemedia @wavyfooty on all platformsJosh is back! But M
5ASIDE POD EP. 77: BLACK HISTORY MONTH: TRAILBLAZERS, BLACK COACHES +MORE | LUKA DONCIC OF FOOTBALL | UCL PREDICTIONS
In this episode, the guys discuss everything from breaking down the Luka Doncic trade in soccer terms, Arsenal smacking Man City, Salah's new recrod, Saudi tranfers, a ton of Black History Month topics, and some more La Liga / Bundesliga action (TIMESTAMPS BELOW)
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Luka Doncic trade in soccer terms - 0:59
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5ASIDE POD EP. 76: UCL FORMAT BEATS OLD ONE | ANTONY & NEYMAR TRANSFERS | AFCON GROUP DRAW | GIRMA RECORD SIGNING+MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss the new UCL format being better than the last, transfers like Antony to Betis, Neymar to Santos, and Girma's record singing to Cheslea, as well some fun Bundesliga topics and soccer's involvement at Paris Fashion Week.
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5ASIDE POF EP. 75: EPL TITLE RACE | MAN UTD & SPURS FAILING | MADRID GO TOP | CRAZY LAZIO STORY | NEYMAR TO SANTOS+MORE
In our first full episode of 2025, the guys are back to talk about the EPL Title Race (is it over?), Man U & Spurs severe struggles, Real Madrid reclaiming the top of La Liga, INSANE story in Lazio, Bundesliga fun facts, and much more all timestamped below.
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0:55 - Predicting how our club's finish the season
5ASIDE BONUS EP: 2025 FOOTBALL/SOCCER INS & OUTS | JANUARY TRANSFER RUMORS | RASHFORD TO MLIAN | TRENT TO REAL MADRID
In a shorter bonus episode to start 2025, some of the guys talk about their Ins & Outs for Footy (Nostalgia Obessions, Eye Test, Cinderella Stories +more) and January Transfer Rumors from Rashford to AC Milan, Trent to Real Madrid, Osimhen to the Prem and more.
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0:00 - 2025 Ins &
5ASIDE POD EP. 74 - 2024 FOOTBALL YEAR IN REVIEW: BEST PLAYERS, TEAMS, BREAKOUT STORIES + SAUDI 2034 WC HOST REACTION
In this episode, the guys review the 2024 Year of Football, from Best Player / Young Player, to Best Teams AND Breakout / Comeback Stories, as well as reactions to Saudi hosting 2034 FIFA World Cup, and who we'd want at our Holiday Parties and Dinners. Find all the topics at the timestamps below, and have Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
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5ASIDE POD EP. 73: MAN CITY LOSING STREAK | NEW UCL FORMAT | BIAS TOWARDS AMERICAN PLAYERS | REACTION VIDEOS +MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss Pep and Man City’s awful run of form, the new UCL format and current standings, the Club World Cup, if there’s a bias towards American players, and more all at the timestamps below.
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1:30- Seb talks on LA trip and industry changing viewing experience - COSM
4:30 - Crazy Mourinho
5ASIDE POD EP. 72: SALAH CONTRACT DRAMA | MAN CITY COLLAPSING | LALIGA TITLE RACE | ARGENTINA MADNESS +MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss Mo Salah's incredible season so far and his contract drama, Manchester City's unexpected collapse, insane stories from Argentina, a La Liga title race that is heating up now, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP. 71: INTERNATIONAL BREAK DRAMA | BUNDESLIGA TEAM LEAVES X | DER KLASSIKER PREVIEW+MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss the current international break drama, if players are playing too much, German club quitting X, Der Klassiker preview and more.
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5ASIDE POD EP.70: INVINCIBLES OVERRATED? | WE HOSTED TOURNEY WITH LA LIGA | CRAZY REACTION VIDS+MORE
In this episode, the guys discuss if the Invincibles are overrated, Pep's impact on football, insane reaction videos, hosting the first ever Canary Cup with Las Palmas from La Liga in NYC, and more, all at the timestamps below.
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0:40 - Hosting the FIRST ever Las Palmas event in the US: Canary Cup in Brooklyn
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5ASIDE POD EP. 69 - BALLON D'OR DRAMA BREAKDOWN | NFL VS. BUNDESLIGA | BALOTELLI IS BACK + MORE
In this episode the guys discuss break down the full Ballon D'Or drama, from Vini being snubbed, the reason why it happened, and Real Madrid's reaction. They also talk an interesting Bundesliga vs. NFL comparison, Balotelli back in Serie A with Genoa, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP.67: THE NEXT GREAT FOOTBALLING NATIONS | RACISM BAN | CONCACAF THE NEXT AFCON +MORE
In this episode the guys discuss what could be the next great footballing nation, considering teams like Indonesia, Japan, Bolivia, and more. They also talk about the hidden talent in the Caribbean in CONCACAF, if fashion is a distraction for the French national team, should Israel be able to play, reacting to strange footy related videos, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP.63: ‘24/’25 EPL, LALIGA, BUNDESLIGA +MORE SEASON PREVIEW, POCHETTINO TO USMNT
In this episode the guys review Copa America and the Euros group stage thus far, predict how the knockouts will shape up, the drama with Ronaldinho, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP. 62 - OLYMPICS TALK | ENZO RACISM | TRANSFER TALK | BEST NEW KITS | CHASING OUR DREAMS
In this episode the guys talk about the Olympics in terms of both football and other sports, Enzo's racist remarks towards France, transfer talk and new kits, chasing our dreams, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP. 61: SPAIN ARE EUROS BEST EVER | CHAOS IN COPA AMERICA | WHICH TOURNEY IS BETTER +MORE
In this episode the guys review the Finals of EUROs and Copa America, the tournaments overall, Spain's legacy as a footballing nation, the chaos in Miami, and much more.
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EUROS + COPA watch party recap - 0:24
Champagne blooper LMAO - 1:23
Overall thoughts on EUROS - 3:08
Spain win record 4th EURO - 9:15
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5ASIDE POD EP.60: EURO 24 SHOCK PREDICTIONS, PORTUGAL OUT? NEYMAR HURTING BRAZIL? WEAH RED CARD+MORE
In this episode the guys review Copa America and the Euros group stage thus far, predict how the knockouts will shape up, the drama with Neymar, Tim Weah's red card, who will go out early and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP.59: COPA AMERICA / EURO 2024 GROUP STAGE REVIEW + PREVIEW, RONALDINHO CONTROVERSY +MORE
In this episode the guys review Copa America and the Euros group stage thus far, predict how the knockouts will shape up, the drama with Ronaldinho, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP.58: WHO WILL WIN COPA AMERICA & EUROS, GROUP STAGE PREVIEW, JUSTICE FOR VINI +MORE
In this episode the guys preview Copa America and the Euros with group stage analysis, predicting Champions, surprise teams, what type of tournament they think it will be overall, and much more.
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EURO Champion + tournament vibe predictions - 0:57
COPA Champion + tournament vibe predictions - 9:20
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5ASIDE POD EP.57: WHY REAL WON THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, MBAPPE TO MADRID DEBATE, PROMOTION STORY +MORE
In this episode the guys talk about the inevitability of Real Madrid in the Champions League, Mbappe being added to the team, the football world's reaction to what's going on in Palestine, promotions stories, and much more.
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QOTW - What are you most excited for this summer? - 0:00
UCL Final Recap, Mbappe t
5ASIDE POD EP.56: UCL RECAP + FINAL PREVIEW, MUSIC X FOOTY COMPARISONS, HOMELESS WORLD CUP + MORE
In this episode the guys talk about the Champions League Semifinals recap and Final preview, music x footy comparisons, Homeless World Cup, the origins of football, and much more, highlighted in the time stamps below.
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Music x Footy Comparisons - 0:15
Real Madrid x Nivea MEN Trivia - 19:00
Dortmund vs. PSG Recap - 2
5ASIDE POD EP.55: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE RECAP & PREVIEW | SMALL SHIN PAD BAN | GOALKEEPING ALL CONFIDENCE? + MORE
In this episode the guys talk about the Champions League Quarterfinals recap and Semifinal preview, the ban on small shin pads, goalkeeping confidence, how you select your XI for an international tournament, answering fan questions, and much more.
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Small shin pads banned from UK Youth Teams, and reminiscing on the s
5ASIDE POD EP.54: BEST CHAMPIONS LEAGUE QUARTER FINALS EVER | EPL TITLE RACE TURKISH LEAGUE CRAZY + MORE
In this episode the guys talk about the Champions League having its best Quarterfinals ever with a preview of the 2nd leg matches, how football embraced Ramadan this year, crazy stories in the Turkish League, Women’s Champions League preview, and much more.
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5ASIDE POD EP.53: NIKE VS. ADIDAS, ENDRICK VS. LAMINE YAMAL, CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PREVIEW + MORE
In this episode the guys talk about Nike vs. Adidas with the new kits for EUROs and Copa America, Endrick vs. Lamine Yamal has the best teenage talents, Champions League preview and predictions, and much more.
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Nike vs. Adidas, who had the better kit drop? - 0:28
Endrick
5ASIDE POD EP.52: FOOTBALL'S FIRST EVER ART&CULTURE CONSULTANT TALKS THE FUTURE OF FOOTY AND FASHION
In this episode we are joined by football’s first ever Art & Culture Consultant Gianni Lee, who holds the role at our local New York City FC in MLS. We talk about his journey as a visual artist, the current state and future of footy and fashion, and what it will take for the US to fully embrace the sport.
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5ASIDE POD EP. 51: MBAPPE THE FRENCH DIPLOMAT, PULISIC DIRTY PLAYER, REAL MADRID ROBBED BY REFS +MORE
In this episode the boys talk about Mbappe's connection to the French government, Pulisic being called a dirty player, an insane ending to the Real Madrid game, and so much more as shown in the timestamps.
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5ASIDE Mailbox: Rating footy inspired air fresheners from Footy Culture,
5ASIDE POD EP. 50: HARRY KANE CURSED BAYERN | MBAPPE LIGUE 1 GOAT | AMERICAN SOCCER ACADEMY SYSTEM
In this episode the boys talk UCL being back for the R16, Mbappe’s legacy, the pressure on coaches, NBA equivalents of football teams, and much more.
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Trying famous Brazilian drink, and Brazil national team sponsor Guarana - 0:40
Question of the Week brought to you by Nivea Men - 8:
5ASIDE POD EP. 49: AFCON THE BEST TOURNAMENT | MBAPPE A REVOLUTIONARY PLAYER | WORLD CUP FINAL IN NJ
n this episode the boys talk about all the crazy action in AFCON and the perception of the tournament, some Asian Cup recap, footy as it relates to Black History Month and players like Mbappe, as well as the World Cup Final coming to our backyard.
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AFCON Top of the Footy World right n
5ASIDE POD EP 48: LA GALAXY'S EDWIN CERRILLO TALKS U.S. BEST ACADEMY, GOING PRO, AND FASHION IN MLS
In this episode the boys are joined by special guests Edwin Cerrillo and CJ Mitchel! Edwin is a Los Angeles Galaxy midfielder, and CJ is a creative director and stylist that recently began working with Edwin. The crew discusses discovering personal style, the best soccer academy in the US, what it takes to go pro, the growth of fashion in MLS, and much more!
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