The Seleção Podcast

On Episode 107, host Danny Pinto is joined by Nathan Motz of PortuGOAL.net as they preview Portugal's final two World Cup Qualifiers: Nov. 13 against Ireland (A) & Nov. 16 against Armenia at The Dragão.

Danny and Nathan absence of Nuno Mendes in these upcoming matches, the return of João Cancelo, the talented but crowded Portuguese midfield, the unsettled Portuguese center back situation, and much more.

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On Episode 106, host Danny Pinto is joined by "amigo do pod" and NWSL PxP man, Eric Krakauer.

Danny and Eric covered a variety of topics in this episode:

• Portugal failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup with a last-minute Hungary goal
• The differences between the Ireland and Hungary matches
• Are the continuous changes in tactics/lineups Roberto Martínez a good or bad thing
• Is the defense solely to blame for being unable to close out matches
• Cristiano Ronaldo and the acceptance of his role with the National Team

Danny and Eric also discuss the great Ray Hudson, who recently retired as a soccer analyst in the United States, but who Eric worked with for many years at beIN Sports.

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On Episode 105, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, who was in attendance covering both Seleção victories in Armenia and Hungary to kickoff World Cup qualification for Portugal.

Danny and Matthew covered a variety of topics in this episode:

• Portugal's ability to come back and win multiple matches under Roberto Martínez (3 of their last 4 wins have been comebacks)
• the reintegration of the João's: Cancelo and Felíx
• Martínez's continuing to tinker with the Starting XI
• the perceived joy and lack of pressure Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be playing with now as Portugal Captain

Matthew also gives his thoughts on FPF President Pedro Proença, the U17 and U21 programs for Portugal, and also shares his mission of attending matches in as many Portuguese stadiums all over Portugal, Azores, and more.

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On Episode 104, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net.Before they begin talking about the football, Danny and Tom discuss the tragic tram accident in Lisbon that took place September 3 (the day before the recording of the episode) as well as the FPF's continued observance and honoring of Diogo Jota, with these call ups and upcoming matches being the first since his passing this summer.As for the football, Danny and Tom discuss the roster, some of those who could make an impact in their returns to the squad, and what how the expectation of success at the World Cup next year has changed over the last number of years.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://www.threads.net/@[email protected] for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Tom Kundert: https://Twitter.com/PortuGOAL1Bookmark: https://www.portugoal.net

On Episode 103, host Danny Pinto is once again joined by Mike Agostinho as they discuss the disappointing showing Portugal displayed at EURO 2025, finishing last in their group with only 1 point.

Danny and Mike also discuss what changes could be made and if there is any young hope on the Seleção's horizon after this experienced group seemed to regress at the European Championship.

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