Episode 93 – Breaking down Canada's roster to face Bahrain

11/02/22 • 118 min

Peter, Alex and guest host Ben Steiner (@BenSteiner00) gather mere moments after John Herdman revealed his 21-man roster to face Bahrain. The guys go over your listener questions, from possible CPL omissions to how Herdman could approach the game given the domestic-heavy squad.

They also recap the CanWNT roster drop for the November window, Sunday's CPL final which Alex was present for and answer more of your questions involving Canadians abroad and so much more!

Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbol

Peter Galindo: @GalindoPW

Alex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzic

Ben Steiner: @BenSteiner00

RUNNING ORDER:

2:01 - Initial thoughts on CanMNT roster

8:23 - Surprised there weren’t CPL players?

11:58 - CPL players we wanted to see

16:23 - Why no JMR, and could fringe players make the World Cup squad?

20:39 - Did Tabla and Farsi deserve calls?

24:13 - What’s happening with Gutierrez?

27:30 - Henry’s chances of making the World Cup?

33:54 - Most exciting player to be called up

38:43 - Predicted XIs to face Bahrain

41:48 - Most to gain and lose vs. Bahrain

47:56 - CanWNT squad analysis

57:36 - First-hand account of CPL final atmosphere

1:00:11 - Does Smyrniotis receive the credit he deserves?

1:04:45 - Borges’ next steps

1:09:17 - Reaction to the final’s attendance

1:12:47 - What each finalist needs to return to 2023 final

1:17:51 - How CPL can keep improving

1:23:35 - Can the MLS loanees help the CPL pipeline?

1:34:38 - Canadians Abroad Roundup (Kennedy ruled out, Cornelius’ chances, Wotherspoon vs. Fraser and more!)

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

They also recap the CanWNT roster drop for the November window, Sunday's CPL final which Alex was present for and answer more of your questions involving Canadians abroad and so much more!

Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbol

Peter Galindo: @GalindoPW

Alex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzic

Ben Steiner: @BenSteiner00

RUNNING ORDER:

2:01 - Initial thoughts on CanMNT roster

8:23 - Surprised there weren’t CPL players?

11:58 - CPL players we wanted to see

16:23 - Why no JMR, and could fringe players make the World Cup squad?

20:39 - Did Tabla and Farsi deserve calls?

24:13 - What’s happening with Gutierrez?

27:30 - Henry’s chances of making the World Cup?

33:54 - Most exciting player to be called up

38:43 - Predicted XIs to face Bahrain

41:48 - Most to gain and lose vs. Bahrain

47:56 - CanWNT squad analysis

57:36 - First-hand account of CPL final atmosphere

1:00:11 - Does Smyrniotis receive the credit he deserves?

1:04:45 - Borges’ next steps

1:09:17 - Reaction to the final’s attendance

1:12:47 - What each finalist needs to return to 2023 final

1:17:51 - How CPL can keep improving

1:23:35 - Can the MLS loanees help the CPL pipeline?

1:34:38 - Canadians Abroad Roundup (Kennedy ruled out, Cornelius’ chances, Wotherspoon vs. Fraser and more!)

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Previous Episode

Episode 92 – Canada's World Cup plans become clearer

Thomas, Peter and Alex open this week's episode with a discussion on the latest developments regarding the Canada Soccer vs. Canadian players dispute, answer your questions about the lingering issues and what could come next.

Later, they dive into Canada's friendly with Bahrain, what the roster could look like and the team's World Cup plans in general. They also break down Canada's Women's World Cup group, the chances of them progressing, how they match up with each team and more.

Finally, the guys discuss a few burning questions about Canadians abroad, go through the CF Montreal post-mortem, what could come next for the club and preview the CPL final this Sunday!

Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbol

Thomas Nef: @ThomasNef

Peter Galindo: @GalindoPW

Alex Gangue-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzic

RUNNING ORDER:

2:09 - Imaging rights dispute between CSA and players

6:03 - Can players spark real change?

10:15 - CSB’s influence on potential deal

17:26 - Will the drama affect World Cup performances?

19:19 - Would big players stop playing for Canada?

22:00 - How can CSA cry poor when they spend unnecessarily?

26:52 - Canada’s plans for Bahrain friendly

30:24 - Roster predictions for Bahrain

37:16 - Why no provisional squad?

40:45 - Did CSA sacrifice youth programs for senior success?

43:24 - Strategies and formations for World Cup

49:03 - Thoughts on CanWNT’s World Cup group and previewing NWSL final

53:50 - Would Davies be used at LB for Canada?

56:06 - Best club fit for Davies

57:57 - Will we see the Davies-David-Buchanan trio?

1:02:56 - Thoughts on Paton and Loturi

1:06:25 - Did CF Montreal meet expectations?

1:09:46 - Essentials for Montreal maintaining this success

1:12:52 - Miller’s struggles cause for concern?

1:17:36 - TFC goalkeeper targets

1:20:07 - What went wrong for losing CPL semifinalists?

1:27:19 - Keys to the final

1:37:00 - How to improve CPL officiating

Produced by Peter Galindo.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Next Episode

Episode 94 – How Canada may adapt following injury-laden weekend

Ben, Peter and Alex gather at the NFP Studios to discuss the key injuries involving Canadian men's national team players, how Canada will adapt to that news and how they might approach this Bahrain friendly and re-assess the Belgium match given recent news for both sides.

Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbol (Twitter, Instagram, TikTok)

Ben Steiner: @BenSteiner00

Peter Galindo: @GalindoPW

Alex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzic

RUNNING ORDER:

1:46 - Davies, Crepeau injury nightmares

8:00 - Hasal called up: right or wrong choice?

12:51 - Canada’s World Cup squad announcement plans

15:26 - Will Davies start vs. Belgium?

18:05 - Is St. Clair ready to be No. 2?

22:02 - Is Pantemis the clear No. 4 GK?

25:05 - Keys to Bahrain camp, friendly