New Ground with Allen & Jalil

New Ground with Allen & Jalil

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072: Champions League Always Delivers the Drama

Unravel the magic of the Champions League, where legends are born and every match is a clash of titans. Miami Heat's Bam Adebayo just dropped 83-points in an NBA game and hosts Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba explore what would be the equivalent achievement in the world of soccer. Hours after Bam's game, Real Madrid's Federico Valverde dropped a first half hat-trick during a round of 16 Champions League clash against Manchester City. But are those two things the same? We also get a wild story about the time Jalil volunteered - yes, he asked for it - to play Goalkeeper as a member of the Houston Dynamo. We get into: Soccer's Equivalent to 83 points in the NBA Champions League is Like a Yearly World Cup Who Was Elite at Neutralizing a Bad Ball Jalil Subs In for Goalkeeper?! Oscar Pareja's Out in Orlando City Nashville / Inter Miami Rivalry The Rise of LAFC's David Martinez Philadelphia Union Winless without Key Players FLOWERS: Brooklyn FC's HC Marlon LeBlanc & New England Revolution II's HC Pablo Moreira - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

071: Arsenal Fans Hold Your Breath, All Love to the USWNT

With Arsenal FC having a lead in the Premier League, we encourage supporters around the globe to hold on tight. On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about the Prem, the US National Teams and the top stories in Major League Soccer. We get into: Allen and Jalil discuss all-time favorite boots Hold your breath Arsenal fans Naomi Girma shows out back with USWNT Swag don't lag with Rose Lavelle Weston McKennie extended through 2030 Messi bags a brace or Inter Miami CF NY Red Bulls values their youth Chicago Fire reestablishing themselves a destination DC United flipping the script from '25? Does MLS need LIGA MX for All-Star Game? Flowers: Giselle Thompson and Community Service - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

070: Is LAFC the Early Frontrunner After Beating Inter Miami CF?

Is LAFC the 2026 MLS frontrunner after beating defending champs Inter Miami CF in front of 75,000 fans at the LA Memorial Coliseum? On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about what was revealed to them after Matchday 1 of the 2026 MLS campaign. We get into: LAFC's Son and Bouanga attacking with venom New York Red Bulls' starting 3 teenagers under Matt Bradley Nashville SC's 3 Headed Monster with Surridge, Mukhtar, and Espinoza Keep on dancing Vini Jr. USMNT Player Pool finding their form at the right time MLS Matchday 2 Preview Flowers; Ray Gaddis and MLS Referees (Tori Penso, Kathryn Nesbitt, Meghan Mullen) - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

069: Racial Abuse Towards Vini Jr. is a Gianluca Prestianni Issue

It's wrong to center Vinícius Júnior in the most recent incident of racial abuse - all attention needs to be on Gianluca Prestianni and the history of abuse on the pitch. On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about the on-field incident during a UEFA Champions League match between Real Madrid and Benfica. We get into: Gianluca Prestianni's Role in the Incident Jose Mourinho Gaslighting Comments USMNT Strikers Finding their Form 10 Questions Leading Into MLS Season 31 Flowers: Savy King (Angel City FC) & CBS Champions League Broadcast Team - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

068: Bad Bunny and Seahawks Dominate Super Bowl, Croix Bethune to KC and the NWSL Comeup

Thank goodness for Bad Bunny because that Super Bowl was not a fun watch. On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about the week that was where all eyes were on Super Bowl LX. We get into: Bad Bunny Living His Best Life at the Super Bowl Coaching and Managing People KC Current Makes Move to Get Croix Bethune Does the Super Bowl compare to the World Cup Final? Jalil Played for the Kraft Family, but Not Invested in the Patriots Preference for How to Lose Flowers: DeJuan Jones (San Jose Earthquakes) & Justine Emmanwori - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

067: From Young Prospect to World-Class Player: The Resilience That Defines a Future Star

Who would you put on your Family Feud team? Allen challenges Jalil to draft his MLS "family feud" squad—sharing not just who he'd pick but the secret qualities that make these players unforgettable. From calmness under pressure to relentless professionalism, these insights reveal what truly elevates a player beyond the pitch. We get into: Jalil's MLS Family Feud Team Bad Bunny living his best life Alex Freeman to Villarreal FC (La Liga) Obed Vargas to Atlético Madrid (La Liga) Patrick Agyemang to Derby County (EFL Championship) Young Talent in the USMNT Player Pool Flowers: Oguchi Onyewu, Amir Lowery, & Nashville Workers Aiding in Storm Recovery - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

066: The Surprising Impact of Preseason Results on MLS Season Success

What's the difference between "Doing too much" and "Doing the Most" – which one are you? On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about the ins and outs of MLS Preseason experience and debate what are the important takeaways as organizations ramp up. We get into: MLS Preseason Grind Which Things are Actually Important in Preseason? CONCACAF Impact to Preseason Ramp Up Flowers: Cobi Jones and Andrei Chirilă (FC Cincinnati) and Academy/2nd team players - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

065: What the African Cup of Nations Reveals About Continent-Wide Pride and Unity

Unlock the unexpected truths behind the skills and moments that shape our world—like the hidden art of shorthand, the chaotic beauty of football finals, and the cultural power of African tournaments. We get into: The psychology of hiding money in encyclopedias Why the passion in African football breaks boundaries and stereotypes How African nations like Senegal are redefining greatness against all odds Look at the rising stars of the US men's national team, Wes McKinney and Christian Pulisic FLOWERS: Attorney and Restauranteur Kevin Kelly & Dr. Diego Gutierrez - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

064: How Preseason Clarity and Intentionality Make or Break Your Soccer Season

Clarity and Intentionality Make or Break Your Soccer Season. On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about how the offseason can set up a team for success. We get into: What Are the Ingredients to a Successful Preseason One of Jalil's Best Preseasons was Playing International Competition USMNT Chris Richards is Ballin' Out at Crystal Palace AFCON Updates Flowers: U.S. Coaches Convention Attendees & Team Administrators - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

063: Kicking off 2026 - We're Ready for a Huge Year of Footy for American Culture

We are back and we are better for 2026! On this episode of New Ground, Allen Hopkins Jr. and Jalil Anibaba talk about some MLS preseason activities. We get into: Overcoming EV Range Anxiety MLS Rookie Symposium African Cup of Nations Flowers; AFCON and City of Nashville - - - If you want real conversations from inside MLS and all things global footy, follow New Ground and SHARE this episode with someone who lives and breathes the game.

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