Best Backline Soccer Podcasts (2025)

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Atleti with 4 in a Row in La Liga | Recap of Atleti's 3-1 Win Against Levante 18:22

6h ago18:22

18:22

3-1 at home, and that's 4 in a row. Music here! https://usandthem404.bandcamp.com/By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take on Levante At Home | La Liga Matchday 11 Preview 18:17

15h ago18:17

18:17

We preview Atleti's matchup against Levante at the Metropolitano. Music Below! https://usandthem404.bandcamp.com/By jagarnijjer

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Win, or Go Home – Luchi Gonzalez on Mikey Varas, Playoff Mindset & Game 3 35:12

6d ago35:12

35:12

Saturday night in Portland was a rollercoaster. San Diego FC led twice through Amahl Pellegrino and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano — only to be pegged back in stoppage time before falling on penalties. Now, with the series level, it all comes down to one last game — a sold-out decider at Snapdragon Stadium this Sunday night. Adrian García-Márquez is joine…

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A Hard Fought Win at the Metropolitano | Atleti Beat Union Saint-Gilloise 3-1 18:05

7d ago18:05

18:05

We recap Atleti's 3-1 win at home against Union Saint-Gilloise.By jagarnijjer

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The Champions League Returns | Atleti Take on Union Saint-Gilloise 9:29

4d ago9:29

9:29

We preview Atleti's next home matchup in the Champions League. A must win game at the Metropolitano.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético with a 3-0 Win At Home Against Sevilla | La Liga Recap 17:23

10d ago17:23

17:23

We recap Atleti's 3-0 win against Sevilla.By jagarnijjer

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Atleti Take on Sevilla at Home | La Liga Matchday Preview 17:41

12d ago17:41

17:41

We are previewing the first game of November for Atleti, as Sevilla come to town.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 23: Inside the Stands — Riptides, Frontera SD, and a Playoff Night to Remember 33:07

13d ago33:07

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San Diego FC’s first-ever MLS playoff night was one to remember. In front of 32,500 fans at Snapdragon Stadium, Onni Valakari made history with the club’s first playoff goal before Anders Dreyer doubled the lead in a 2–1 win over Portland — a night that showed just how far this club and city have come. With Adrian García-Márquez on World Series dut…

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A Clean Sheet on the Road? Atlético Route Real Betis 2-0 16:38

15d ago16:38

16:38

We recap Atleti's first road win of the season, defeating Real Betis 2-0.By jagarnijjer

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Another Road Matchup | Atlético Take on Real Betis 17:44

17d ago17:44

17:44

We preview La Liga matchday 10 on the road against Betis.By jagarnijjer

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What is the Fix for Our Backline Struggles? Atlético Madrid Tactics Analysis 15:39

13d ago15:39

15:39

We recap the issues and some potential fixes for our defensive backline.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 22: From the Field to the Classroom – How Right to Dream Is Shaping the Future in San Diego 41:40

20d ago41:40

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Right to Dream has built a global reputation for developing not just footballers, but leaders — from its academies in Ghana, Denmark, and Egypt to its newest home in the United States. Fresh from a 4–0 win away to Portland that sealed top spot in the West, Behind the Flow shifts focus from the players making headlines to the ones who could follow i…

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Another Disappointing Champion's League Loss | Atlético Recap 16:33

21d ago16:33

16:33

We recap a tough road loss for Atleti.By jagarnijjer

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Big Time Games for Atleti | Preview of Arsenal in the Champions League 17:16

22d ago17:16

17:16

We preview a big one as Atletico travel to London to take on Arsenal in the Champions League.By jagarnijjer

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A Good Old Fashioned 1-0 Win | Atleti Win 1-0 Over Osasuna 20:16

22d ago20:16

20:16

We recap Atleti's 1-0 win at home, discussing some tactical shifts they seem to have made.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take on Osasuna At Home | La Liga Preview 10:17

26d ago10:17

10:17

Atleti is back in our lives! We preview the ninth matchday of La Liga where Atleti take on Osasuna at home.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 21: The Devil’s in the Data – SDFC on the Inside: Turning Numbers into Wins 30:22

27d ago30:22

30:22

With Decision Day and the playoffs approaching, Behind the Flow takes a brief pause from the action on the field to explore how San Diego FC are using data to empower decisions — turning raw numbers into real-world results, with people at the heart of it all. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Diego Sports 760’s Darre…

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Three at the Back? Left Back Solutions | Atleti International Break Roundup 23:35

25d ago23:35

23:35

We discuss potential tactical shifts for Atleti, the solution at left back, and much more.By jagarnijjer

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Recap of All Things Atleti | International Break, Friendly Against Inter Milan, Injuries, October Preview! 16:46

29d ago16:46

16:46

We preview what a successful October would look like for Atleti. Also, injury updates, we played a friendly, the international break.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 20: Hirving “Chucky” Lozano – Family, Football and Finding Home in San Diego 33:01

1M ago33:01

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Fresh from breaking MLS expansion records for most wins and points in a single season, San Diego FC are in celebration mode — and so are we. This week, Behind the Flow brings you something special: the full, unedited conversation with Hirving “Chucky” Lozano. A few weeks ago, Chucky featured in our Hispanic Heritage episode — but so many of you ask…

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The Clément Lenglet Special | Atleti Drops Points on the Road to Celta Vigo 16:46

1M ago16:46

16:46

We discuss a disappointing draw for Atleti on the road against Celta.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take on Celta Vigo on the Road | La Liga Preview 14:35

1M ago14:35

14:35

We breakdown Atleti's game this Sunday against Celta Vigo.By jagarnijjer

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Recapping Some Individual Player Performance Thus Far 29:18

1M ago29:18

29:18

Today we recap some player performance for Atleti. Looking at expectations, lack there of, players who have shined, who needs to improve.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 19: The SDFC Brand – Crest, Colours and Chrome Uniting a Community 30:03

1M ago30:03

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When San Diego FC first unveiled their look, it sparked debate. Some called the badge AI-generated, others dismissed the shirt as a dud. But in just a few months, both have become symbols of a club finding its identity. This week, Behind the Flow dives into the story of the brand. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Di…

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Atlético Absolutely Dominate Against Frankfurt | Champions League Recap 17:03

1M ago17:03

17:03

We recap Atleti's 5-1 win at home against Frankfurt.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take On Frankfurt | Champions League Preview 11:55

1M ago11:55

11:55

Atleti take on Frankfurt this week in a big Champion's League matchup.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Madrid Beat Real Madrid in a Thriller | La Liga Recap 25:10

2M ago25:10

25:10

We recap Atleti's biggest win of the season as they beat Real Madrid 5-2 at home.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take on Real Madrid! | Madrid Derby Preview 23:27

2M ago23:27

23:27

We preview a big one as Atleti take on Real Madrid this weekend.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 18: Our Heartbeat – Mexico’s Influence and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano Joins the Show 32:07

2M ago32:07

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From his unveiling at the Shell to his first goal at Snapdragon, Hirving “Chucky” Lozano has quickly become the face of San Diego FC. This week, Behind the Flow goes beyond the headlines to hear from the man himself — the Mexican superstar whose arrival has electrified the city. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Dieg…

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Atlético Win At Home Against Rayo Vallecano! | La Liga Recap 16:04

2M ago16:04

16:04

We recap a big midweek win against Rayo!By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take On Rayo Vallecano | La Liga Breakdown 16:27

2M ago16:27

16:27

We breakdown Atleti's midweek matchup against Rayo.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Draw Mallorca | La Liga Recap and Analysis 20:16

2M ago20:16

20:16

Atleti drop points again. We discuss and vent our frustrations.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take on Mallorca | La Liga Breakdown 15:22

2M ago15:22

15:22

We breakdown Atleti's matchup against Mallorca this weekend.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 17: The Coach Who Made San Diego Flow – The Inside Story on Mikey Varas 46:16

2M ago46:16

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From thirty strangers to the top of the West, San Diego FC’s debut season has been shaped by one man: Head Coach Mikey Varas. This week, Behind the Flow steps off the pitch and into the dugout to uncover the story of San Diego’s first head coach — his Chilean-American roots, his coaching journey, the inspiration he’s drawn from football’s biggest n…

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Atlético Drop A Tough Game to Liverpool | Champions League Recap 24:43

2M ago24:43

24:43

We discuss and recap Atleti's tough loss to Liverpool in the Champions League.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take on Liverpool - Champions League Preview 24:43

2M ago24:43

24:43

We talk through Atleti's big Champion's League matchup against Liverpool.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Get Their First Win of the Season! - La Liga Week Four Breakdown 17:53

2M ago17:53

17:53

We breakdown Atleti's first win of the season against Villarreal.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Take On Villarreal - Week 4 La Liga Preview 20:33

2M ago20:33

20:33

We preview Atleti's week four matchup against Villarreal. The pressure is high, and we need a result coming out of this weekend.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 16: The Backline Boys — McSmash Brothers, Youth Rising & the Rottweiler at the Door 42:13

2M ago42:13

42:13

After a week dedicated to goals, Behind the Flow flips the script to spotlight the galácticos who stop them: the San Diego FC defense. Adrian García-Márquez is joined by ESPN’s Katia Castorena and San Diego Sports 760’s Darren Smith to break down the numbers, the partnerships, and the personalities behind one of MLS’s most compelling back lines. We…

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What does a Successful September look like for Atlético? 17:03

2M ago17:03

17:03

We discuss what a successful September would look like for Atleti.By jagarnijjer

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Should We Be More Optimistic ? Atlético Review After 3 Weeks 12:38

2M ago12:38

12:38

We talk through some reasons for being more optimistic after three weeks of La Liga.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 15: Goals, Goals, Goals — The Art of Attacking Soccer with Anders Dreyer and Tyler Heaps 40:08

2M ago40:08

40:08

From the outset of San Diego FC's season, hope was laid at the feet (and head) of Scandinavian sharpshooter Marcus Ingvartsen. But with him sidelined, the team has had to find alternatives at the number nine position. And with 54 goals so far — tied for the most in MLS this season — it’s clear those alternatives are working. In this episode, Adrian…

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Atlético's Transfer Deadline Breakdown 12:02

2M ago12:02

12:02

Today we discuss Atleti's transfer deadline day moves, including bringing in Nico González, and the almost transfer of Javi Galan.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Drop Points Again | La Liga Week 3 Recap 17:48

2M ago17:48

17:48

We breakdown yet another disappointing result for Atleti.By jagarnijjer

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Atlético Madrid take on Alaves in Week 3 of La Liga 10:52

2M ago10:52

10:52

We break down Atleti's week three matchup against Alaves.By jagarnijjer

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Atletico Madrid's 2025/2026 Champions League Draw 12:52

3M ago12:52

12:52

We break down todays draw for the first round of the Champions League, and what each matchup means for Atleti.By jagarnijjer

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Episode 14: Beat LA! — Fan Culture, Rivalries & the rise of Frontera SD 42:51

3M ago42:51

42:51

Behind the Flow turns the spotlight on the lifeblood of the game: the fans. From the blueprint of the Portland Timbers Army to the birth of San Diego’s own Frontera SD supporters’ union, we explore how culture in the stands is shaping the club on and off the pitch. We hear from SDFC CEO Tom Penn, Timbers Army 107 founder Fernando “Nando” Machicado …

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Diego Simeone Making Changes at Defense for Matchup Against Alaves? 15:13

3M ago15:13

15:13

We discuss the changes Diego Simeone has made in training today for our matchup this weekend against Alaves.By jagarnijjer

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Yannick Carrasco's Return to Atleti? 8:16

3M ago8:16

8:16

We discuss the days rumours of Yannick Carrasco's potential return to Atleti.By jagarnijjer

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Conor Gallagher on the Move? What Should Atleti do on the Right Wing? 14:56

3M ago14:56

14:56

Today we breakdown the rumours of Conor Gallagher's potential move. We also discuss what Atleti should do on the right wing side for this week's matchup.By jagarnijjer

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