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For the last episode of the season, Yael Averbuch West hosted none other than USWNT head coach Vlatko Andonovski. The two discussed what it takes to build a roster ahead of international tournaments, and the growth of women’s football worldwide.
Andonovski also revealed the pressure that comes with leading the greatest women’s national team in the world at the moment, as other countries step it up. Stay tuned for the season finale.
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Yael Averbuch West hosted none other than Christian Fuchs for the latest episode of Football Americana. The Charlotte FC captain provided insight into the creation of Major League Soccer’s newest expansion team, and bringing European culture into the American side.
The Premier League winner also revealed his future aspirations, hinting at a potential career at coaching once he hangs up his boots. Tune in to hear it all from Christian Fuchs.
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Yael Averbuch West hosts Portland Thorns and USWNT figure Becky Sauerbrunn for the latest episode of Football Americana. The iconic player revealed her take on the future of the NWSL and which players she thinks will become revolutionary.
Sauerburnn also explained the CBA, and the impact it may have on future players everywhere. Tune in to hear the latest on US sports.
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Yael Averbuch West welcomed USMNT and Nashville SC Designated Player Walker Zimmerman for this week’s episode to discuss all things American soccer.
As the World Cup fast approaches, the defender revealed what's going on behind the scenes at USMNT camps and what each player is doing to prepare mentally for the international tournament.
Zimmerman also spoke on the revolutionary CBA agreed upon by the US national teams and US Soccer, giving the USMNT’s side and perspective as the historic procedure went down. Tune in for the latest.
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Yael Averbuch West hosted Gotham FC duo Ashlyn Harris and Ali Krieger on the latest episode of Football Americana. The two opened up about their journeys to the NWSL, before diving in on what it’s like representing the same team and winning the World Cup as a married couple.
Harris and Krieger shared their unique perspective into work-life balance, addressing the pressures of women in sports in relation to motherhood. Tune in for a special episode of Football Americana.
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Yael Averbuch West hosted LA Galaxy figure Julian Araujo for episode 9 of Football Americana on all things football. With a unique upbringing, Araujo highlighted his challenging journey to Major League Soccer before revealing any future aspirations of playing abroad.
As a Mexican-American, the right back delved into what it was like featuring for the USMNT before opting for FIFA’s one time switch option to represent Mexico and play among figures he grew up watching. Tune into the latest to hear Araujo’s journey as he becomes the MLS’ player to watch.
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Yael Averbuch West welcomed USMNT and FC Dallas figure Paul Arriola for episode 8 of Football Americana. The two discussed Arriola’s unique upbringing and diverse career in Major League Soccer, Liga MX and Premier League before diving into the 2022 FIFA World Cup draw.
As an active member of the US Men’s National Team, the striker gave the latest insight into the Group B results as they face England, Iran and the winner of the European playoffs. Tune in to hear what the American has to say as the sport’s biggest tournament approaches.
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Yael Averbuch West officially kicked off season 2 of Football Americana with none other than Inter Miami and USMNT figure DeAndre Yedlin. After a successful career abroad featuring for Premier League’s Newcastle United and Turkish giants Galatasarary, the defender explained what it’s like competing in Major League Soccer once again.
Yedlin did not shy away from boasting the development of American soccer, claiming that even US men’s national team may be closer to a World Cup semifinal than spectators might expect.
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Football Americana host Yael Averbuch West is back! Before officially kicking off season two, Yael sat down with her husband, sports media personality Aaron West, for a bonus feature to discuss what she has been up to since we wrapped up last year.
Yael explained her position as the General Manager of NWSL’s NJ/NY Gotham FC before turning the mic on West to analyze the development of American soccer culture on social media.
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International sensation Megan Rapinoe joins Yael Averbuch West on Football Americana to discuss soccer, on and off the field. The USWNT figure highlighted her journey to becoming a household name, kicking off with a boy’s youth team before standing as an Olympic and World Cup winner.
Rapinoe didn’t shy away from controversy, giving her take on today’s biggest teams, the NWSL’s need for improvement and problems the USMNT must overcome to be the best. Don’t miss the special final episode of season 1 of Football Americana.
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Yael Averbuch West sat down with USMNT and RB Leipzig midfielder Tyler Adams to discuss his journey to becoming an American abroad. Adams, who kicked off his career with the NY Red Bulls in 2019, has now become an integral part of the European squad as they battle top teams in the Europa League and Bundesliga.
On this episode of Football Americana, Adams discussed his path to Germany, the experiences abroad and the ambitious plans he has for the future. After looking up to soccer’s greatest, the midfielder is one his way to become one.
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Host Yael Averbuch West welcomed New England Revolution and USMNT goalkeeper Matt Turner to kick off the fourth episode of Football Americana. The American figure was recently named Major League Soccer goalkeeper of the Year and forms a vital part of the US national team as they work to qualify for the 2022 World Cup.
The New England Revolution star discussed his late start to the game, admitting he first decided on becoming a goalkeeper after watching a 10-minute video of Peter Schmeichel saves and hopes to now emulate Manchester City figure Ederson. When asked about any future plans, Turner did not shy away from revealing his ultimate goals.
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In the third episode of the Football Americana podcast by 90min, Yael catches up with United States Women's National Team (USWNT) international and Portland Thorns star, Crystal Dunn. The 29-year-old is a veteran of over 120 caps with the USWNT, winning the 2019 World Cup, and has enjoyed success on both sides of the Atlantic with the Thorns, Chelsea, and North Carolina Courage.
The two discussed her versatility on the pitch, growing up playing soccer in the United States, and her later experience moving to England with Chelsea. Dunn also talks about her position at the forefront of a number of social movements within the game and the unmatched winning mentality displayed by the USWNT within women's soccer.
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To kick off the second official episode of Football Americana, Yael meets with current USMNT sensation Ricardo Pepi. The FC Dallas player has very suddenly become a household name in the United States after inspiring the national team to a stunning 4-1 victory against Honduras during the 2022 World Cup qualifiers, and scoring during his debut.
The two discussed Pepi's unique upbringing and the impact a Mexican-American heritage had on his football career. Most importantly, the recent star admitted the importance of playing for the US men’s national team and the thought process behind choosing America over Mexico.
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It’s the first episode of Football Americana! Yael catches up with her good friend Heather O’Reilly (a.k.a. HAO), a USWNT legend who finished her career with over 200 caps, a FIFA Women’s World Cup, and three Olympic gold medals, among other honors.
They chat about their first soccer memories, the growth of the professional women’s game, Tobin Heath, and Heather’s time at Arsenal.
Plus, what are the differences between British and American soccer culture? And how long will it take for the USMNT to reach a World Cup semifinal?
If that’s not enough, there’s plenty of 90s nostalgia, too.
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Yael Averbuch West is starting a brand new 90min podcast about American soccer culture—but before she kicks things off, she’s addressing the current situation in the National Women’s Soccer League. She speaks to The Athletic’s Meg Linehan, one of the United States’ preeminent women’s soccer reporters who broke the recent news about player abuse in the NWSL. They chat about her journey in women’s soccer journalism, the NWSL’s culture of silence, and where the league goes from here.
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