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Should you fire managers or give them time to build? Incorporate youth players or sell them for experienced ones? Match scores and previews around Europe – #05

Kiss the Crest is a show where three hardcore football (soccer) fans and guests get together and discuss news, reviews of games, transfers, politics, and more (what they already talk about every day anyway)!

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In this episode of Kiss the Crest, Shawn, Rob, and special guest Kevin break down the big results from the week in the English Premier League, German Bundesliga, French Ligue 1, Spanish Supercup, and Champions League playoffs. They finish with a preview the big games next week and transfer rumors for the last week of the window.

After the half time break, the guys talk about the high turnover rate of managers. Guest Kevin adds his opinions about Wenger’s long tenure at Arsenal. The episode finishes with a discussion about whether to incorporate youth players into the squad or sell them off to buy more experienced players.

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International Champions Cup, Community Shield, NYCFC vs Orlando, Designated Players, Firing Managers – #02

Kiss the Crest is a show where three hardcore football (soccer) fans and guests get together and discuss news, reviews of games, transfers, politics, and more (what they already talk about every day anyway)!

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In this episode of Kiss the Crest, Shawn, Dave, and Rob update you on the latest friendly scores, highlighting the International Champions Cup. They also break down the Community Shield match and talk Super Cups from around Europe.

After the half time break, the guys talk about their trip to the New York City FC vs Orlando MLS game. Rob reminisces about seeing Pirlo and Kaka on the same field again. This leads to a discussion of the designated players system in Major League Soccer. They wrap up by talking about the all too common practice of firing managers quickly. Also get Dave’s fantasy Premier League tips.

Here are the videos Rob mentioned during the episode:

Mexes stunner in the International Champions Cup match against Inter (about a minute in at Number 1, obviously)

Ibrah showing his mad bball skills

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Intro, Our Clubs, FIFA Scandal, USA Women, Transfer News – #01

Kiss the Crest is a show where three hardcore football (soccer) fans and guests get together and discuss news, reviews of games, transfers, politics, and more (what they already talk about every day anyway)!

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In the pilot episode of Kiss the Crest, Shawn, Dave, and Rob introduce themselves, talk about what clubs they follow, and their favorite player. Once the intros are out of the way, the guys switch to the FIFA scandal, Sepp Blatter’s dethroning and the world cup bids. Next, they discuss the USA’s brilliant performance in the Women’s World Cup, high viewership, and turf fields in a major tournament.

After the half time break, the trio dives into all of the major summer transfers. Closing the show, they assess each of their clubs dealings in the transfer window and preview the season ahead.

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