Northern Fútbol Podcast

Ben, Alex and Dunlop are joined by Canada and Celtic FC defender Alistair Johnston on the latest episode of the Northern Fútbol Podcast, to chat about everything he’s experienced with the Canadian men’s national team and life in Scotland. From disguises in Costco, to finding his footing in Jesse Marsch’s new look national team, the most well-spoken Canadian soccer player breaks down his biggest moments and stories from his career. Catch up on Episode 191 where we preview the CanMNT friendly v USA on Saturday: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/episode-191-canmnt-preview-futures-of-canadian-mls-teams/id1556087248?i=1000668252084Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FOa03G5rYbaIDefRezFuR?si=RX1owOmIQaOPiiJyoIwjgwFOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Ben, Alex and Dunlop are back together for this week's episode of the Northern Fútbol Podcast, looking ahead to the Canadian men's national team friendlies against the USA and Mexico and Canada's U20 Women's National Team at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup. The boys also break down the latest for Canadian MLS teams, including what the future may hold for the seemingly ever-struggling Toronto FC and CF Montreal. TOPICS INCLUDE-CanMNT v USA preview-Who could benefit the most from this CanMNT window?-Where does Nathan Saliba slot in for Canada, and does Niko Sigur start?-Canada's lack of preparation from now to 2026-Canadian U20s dominating at Women's World Cup-How Toronto FC can improve with MLS salary structure-What is the future of CF Montreal?-Could the Vancouver Whitecaps find their way in a deep playoff run?-Canadians Abroad. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Alex and Dunlop are back in the Northern Fútbol Podcast studios in Vancouver, with Ben remote as the boys break down everything in the CanMNT roster for the September friendlies against Mexico and the United States, while also chatting about the newest Northern Super League team, the Vancouver Rise. TOPICS INCLUDE-Will Niko Sigur go right into the starting XI?-Who is Stephen Afrifa, and what does he offer?-How important are results in the friendlies, or do we care?-Is Larin's time ticking? Where's Ugbo?-How Does Adekugbe fit into the team?-What happened to Santiago Lopez, and how close is Daniel Jebbison?-What might Jesse Marsch experiment with in this window-NSL chatter-NWSL ditches draft in new CBA, should others follow?-Canucks AbroadFOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Dunlop and Alex are back in the Northern Futbol Studio in Vancouver and Ben joins from Toronto as the boys break down the latest in Canadian soccer, including Niko Sigur's commitment to the CanMNT from Croatia. TOPICS INCLUDE:-October friendly announced v Panama in Toronto -September CanMNT squad release looming-Niko Sigur is bringing a new edge to Canada -CanMNT depth-Whitecaps Girls Elite advance in new Concacaf W Champions Cup-Sinclair to return to Vancouver with Portland Thorns-CanPL transfers

Ben and Alex are back in the Northern Futbol Podcast virtual studio to break down everything in Canadian soccer. After a wild summer, it's back to regularly scheduled programming on NFP, breaking down the biggest stories with Canadians abroad, and in domestic leagues as well as covering the growth of the game across Canada. Topics include:-How could Canadians get up to speed in Ligue1?-How important is it for Moise Bombito to get a strong start at Nice?-Do Canadian MLS clubs benefit from MLS-Liga MX Leagues Cup?-How important are imports to the CPL?-Who are other Canadians that could benefit from a transfer soon-CanWNT transfers: Simi Awujo to United and Cloé Lacase to Utah-Whitecaps W Champions CupFOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Ben and Alex are joined by Vancouver FC and Canadian U20 international James Cameron in the latest edition of NFP Extra.They touch on his growth in the Canadian Premier Leagues since joining Vancouver's inaugural season out of the club's open trials, his experience overseas on European training stints, and the opportunities he's had to represent Canada at the youth levels, among other topics. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Ben, Alex, and Dunlop find their way back together amid the chaos of the Olympics and break down everything regarding Canada's disappointing journey at the Paris 2024 Games. Topics include:-Why is finishing a problem, and how can that be solved?-Can Canada Soccer find a way through this mess?-Why does the CanWNT struggle in penalties?-Who could be the new CanWNT coach?-What the next 3 months to 3 years could look like for Candian soccer. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Alex and Dunlop hit the Northern Fútbol Podcast to break down everything that went into Canada advancing in women's soccer at the Paris 2024 Olympics with the perfect group stage. They then chat about expanding the tournament and what Canada will need to do to get past a tough German side in the Olympic quarterfinal. They also chat about CanMNT transfers. TOPICS INCLUDE:What it means to get out of the groupHow Andy Spence is adapting to the team and situationWhy nobody should want to face the CanWNTPreviewing Germany quarterfinalCornelius moving to Marseille Jonathan David not movingFOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.

Ben, Alex and Dunlop are back together for Episode 185 of Northern Fútbol, and it's all about the chaos of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and the wild journey with the Canadian Women's National Team. TOPICS INCLUDE-The potential fallout from FIFA's punishment-Canada's appeal at the Court of Arbitration for Sport-That wild win against France-What Canada showed v France and how Spence has adapted as interim manager-Does Canada have a chance to medal?-here's no breaks for Ben and Alex especially while Brendan went to ColumbusFOLLOW US ON TWITTER:Northern Fútbol: @NorthernFutbolBen Steiner: @BenSteiner00Brendan Dunlop: @Brendan_DunlopAlex Gangué-Ruzic: @AlexGangueRuzicMORE ABOUT THE NATION NETWORK:THE NATION NETWORK is the leading destination for unbiased sports coverage, dedicated to serving the community of true fans. Our platform delivers a diverse range of content across all major forms of media, from real-time updates to comprehensive analysis, fantasy predictions, and essential betting insights.