<![CDATA[Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture]]>Sun, 05 Feb 2023 01:59:17 +0000Captivate.fmMeteorWrighthttps://artwork.captivate.fm/3b058b66-2c2a-4db0-9861-de6c570e04cb/oSGQ2_p2eUS_h5SpUtapDOp7.pngSoccer FC: Fandom and CultureMeteorWrightMeteorWrightSoccer FC helps increase new fans' appreciation for soccer and its culture. Because there's much more to the game than what happens on the field.http://soccerfc.conoepisodicDaring Greatly: Ira Jersey of Real Central New Jersey Soccer - Episode 16Daring Greatly: Ira Jersey of Real Central New Jersey Soccer - Episode 16Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What does it take to start a soccer club? Ira Jersey, founder of Real Central NJ Soccer Club talks about the origins of the club, what's in store for the upcoming season, what's on the horizon for soccer in Central Jersey, and more.

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Visit soccerfc.co for more Soccer FC content.

Sources:

Real Central NJ Soccer Club

Women's Premier Soccer League

USL League Two

Ben Cohen Field, Rider University

Thanks for listening. Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What does it take to start a soccer club? Ira Jersey, founder of Real Central NJ Soccer Club talks about the origins of the club, what's in store for the upcoming season, what's on the horizon for soccer in Central Jersey, and more.

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Visit soccerfc.co for more Soccer FC content.

Sources:

Real Central NJ Soccer Club

Women's Premier Soccer League

USL League Two

Ben Cohen Field, Rider University

Thanks for listening. Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>0a7c033d-7647-4c3c-a9e9-7accafaaee65Sat, 04 Feb 2023 03:00:00 -050038:25nofull16MeteorWrightPelé and the Light - Episode 15Pelé and the Light - Episode 15Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What made Pelé so transcendent?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music is "Brazil Jazz" by Francisco Alvear, "Oscar el Asesino" and "Hooligans" by Michael Ramir C., "Latin Jazz" by Francisco Alvear, "Closer" by Andrew Ev, "B Minor" by Arulo, "Dreaming Big" by Ahjay Stelino. Additional sound by Mixkit.

Sources:

Pelé's revolutionary status must survive numbers game against Lionel Messi

Ten reasons why the 1970 World Cup was the greatest ever

Pele: The only thing I haven’t done in 80 years is play on the moon

When Pele Interrupted A Civil War - Common Goal

Eternal Darkness of the Warrior Prince: The Troubled Life of Pele's Son Edinho | Bleacher Report

Pelé set the standards by which footballing greatness is judged | David Goldblatt | The Guardian

https://twitter.com/Pele/status/1539592857840910337

Pelé was the epitome of Black grace in soccer

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What made Pelé so transcendent?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music is "Brazil Jazz" by Francisco Alvear, "Oscar el Asesino" and "Hooligans" by Michael Ramir C., "Latin Jazz" by Francisco Alvear, "Closer" by Andrew Ev, "B Minor" by Arulo, "Dreaming Big" by Ahjay Stelino. Additional sound by Mixkit.

Sources:

Pelé's revolutionary status must survive numbers game against Lionel Messi

Ten reasons why the 1970 World Cup was the greatest ever

Pele: The only thing I haven’t done in 80 years is play on the moon

When Pele Interrupted A Civil War - Common Goal

Eternal Darkness of the Warrior Prince: The Troubled Life of Pele's Son Edinho | Bleacher Report

Pelé set the standards by which footballing greatness is judged | David Goldblatt | The Guardian

https://twitter.com/Pele/status/1539592857840910337

Pelé was the epitome of Black grace in soccer

]]>bfe489fe-518f-41b3-93e0-cfbac94bfeb5Fri, 27 Jan 2023 22:45:00 -050008:00nofull15MeteorWrightWorld Cup 2022 Final: The GOAT and the GGOAT - Episode 14World Cup 2022 Final: The GOAT and the GGOAT - Episode 14Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Was the 2022 men's World Cup Final the G.G.O.A.T., the greatest game of all time?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music "Falling Inversus" by Eugenio Mininni and sound by Mixkit.

Sources:

TV Ratings: World Cup Final Sets Records for Fox, Telemundo

How many people watch a World Cup final? Record global audience set to tune in for 2022 via TV and streaming | Sporting News

These are the five occasions a player has scored a hat-trick for the losing side in the Premier League

The Genius of Lionel Messi Just Walking Around | The New Yorker

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Was the 2022 men's World Cup Final the G.G.O.A.T., the greatest game of all time?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music "Falling Inversus" by Eugenio Mininni and sound by Mixkit.

Sources:

TV Ratings: World Cup Final Sets Records for Fox, Telemundo

How many people watch a World Cup final? Record global audience set to tune in for 2022 via TV and streaming | Sporting News

These are the five occasions a player has scored a hat-trick for the losing side in the Premier League

The Genius of Lionel Messi Just Walking Around | The New Yorker

]]>8b4af7bb-173d-4023-b6fb-d0a50e018bb3Fri, 06 Jan 2023 07:30:00 -050012:00nofull14MeteorWrightOn Grant Wahl and Legacy - Episode 13On Grant Wahl and Legacy - Episode 13Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What should Grant Wahl's legacy be? (in my humble opinion)

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

World Cup 2022: Remembering Grant Wahl, a Champion of American Soccer - The Atlantic

An Unexpected Detention by World Cup Security

World Cup Daily, Day 25 - Fútbol with Grant Wahl

Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What should Grant Wahl's legacy be? (in my humble opinion)

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

World Cup 2022: Remembering Grant Wahl, a Champion of American Soccer - The Atlantic

An Unexpected Detention by World Cup Security

World Cup Daily, Day 25 - Fútbol with Grant Wahl

Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>f4cba6dd-f9d2-434b-b21e-a333859f5768Sun, 11 Dec 2022 23:45:00 -050004:54nofull13MeteorWrightWorld Cup 2022 Round of 16: Life and Death, Literal and Figurative - Episode 12World Cup 2022 Round of 16: Life and Death, Literal and Figurative - Episode 12Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Can Qatar make things worse? Also: Haiku recaps of the Round of 16 games. And why I felt like the United States’ games were like watching a loved one defuse a bomb. 

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

U.S. Says FIFA Officials Were Bribed to Award World Cups to Russia and Qatar - The New York Times

Migrant worker died in accident at World Cup base during group stage - The Athletic

Qatar World Cup Chief Publicly Admits High Migrant Death Tolls | Human Rights Watch

Qatar probing death of a worker at World Cup training site | Reuters

Fact check: How many people died for the Qatar World Cup? – DW – 11/16/2022

Next week: Semifinals! Finals! Third place game! Woo!

Thanks for tuning in.

Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Can Qatar make things worse? Also: Haiku recaps of the Round of 16 games. And why I felt like the United States’ games were like watching a loved one defuse a bomb. 

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

U.S. Says FIFA Officials Were Bribed to Award World Cups to Russia and Qatar - The New York Times

Migrant worker died in accident at World Cup base during group stage - The Athletic

Qatar World Cup Chief Publicly Admits High Migrant Death Tolls | Human Rights Watch

Qatar probing death of a worker at World Cup training site | Reuters

Fact check: How many people died for the Qatar World Cup? – DW – 11/16/2022

Next week: Semifinals! Finals! Third place game! Woo!

Thanks for tuning in.

Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>fe205b96-7734-4715-be8f-a795d9f0a077Fri, 09 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -050010:05nofull12MeteorWrightWorld Cup 2022 Group Stage: Controversy and Chaos - Episode 11World Cup 2022 Group Stage: Controversy and Chaos - Episode 11Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What’s been more interesting: The games themselves or the atmosphere around them?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music and sound by Mixkit.

For all Soccer FC content, visit soccerfc.co.

Sources:

FIFA investigates chants by Mexico fans at World Cup

Exclusive: World Cup soccer fans stopped by security officials for wearing rainbow-colored items

Belgium forced to remove 'love' from kits during World Cup

How Iran Underestimated The Outrage Over The Killing Of Mahsa Amini

Iran: UN Rights Council Should Create Fact-Finding Mission

Security escort man wearing pro-Iran protest shirt ahead of match | Reuters

Qatar 2022: World Cup staff confront Iran fan over Mahsa Amini shirt as Fifa begins cracking down on protests

'There's so much brutality': Meet the Iranian woman who made brave protest in England's World Cup opener

Iran's players sing anthem vs Wales against backdrop of Mahsa Amini tributes and fans' unrest | Football News | Sky Sports

Some clothing choices have caused a stir at the World Cup

Iran calls for discipline after USSF scrubs emblem from flag

We now know what Budweiser will do with the beer it can't sell at the World Cup | CNN Business

Qatar Will Let Fans Drink...]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What’s been more interesting: The games themselves or the atmosphere around them?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music and sound by Mixkit.

For all Soccer FC content, visit soccerfc.co.

Sources:

FIFA investigates chants by Mexico fans at World Cup

Exclusive: World Cup soccer fans stopped by security officials for wearing rainbow-colored items

Belgium forced to remove 'love' from kits during World Cup

How Iran Underestimated The Outrage Over The Killing Of Mahsa Amini

Iran: UN Rights Council Should Create Fact-Finding Mission

Security escort man wearing pro-Iran protest shirt ahead of match | Reuters

Qatar 2022: World Cup staff confront Iran fan over Mahsa Amini shirt as Fifa begins cracking down on protests

'There's so much brutality': Meet the Iranian woman who made brave protest in England's World Cup opener

Iran's players sing anthem vs Wales against backdrop of Mahsa Amini tributes and fans' unrest | Football News | Sky Sports

Some clothing choices have caused a stir at the World Cup

Iran calls for discipline after USSF scrubs emblem from flag

We now know what Budweiser will do with the beer it can't sell at the World Cup | CNN Business

Qatar Will Let Fans Drink Alcohol at World Cup Games if They Pay $22K

Thanks for listening.

Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>da911535-7ea9-4ad3-8e75-7170096e0796Sat, 03 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -050014:11nofull11MeteorWrightWorld Cup Haiku, Part 4 - Episode 10World Cup Haiku, Part 4 - Episode 10Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup?

Haiku preview of Group G (Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon) and H (Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, Korea Republic). Tournament kicks off on November 20th!

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

World Cup 2022: Every World Cup squad in full - see who Brazil, England, France, Argentina, Germany and Spain pick - Eurosport

Serbia World Cup squad 2022: Aleksandar Mitrovic and Dusan Vlahovic lead Dragan Stojkovic's side in Qatar | Sporting News

Switzerland World Cup 2022 squad and preview: Murat Yakin announces final 26-man team | FourFourTwo

Cameroon World Cup 2022 squad: The 26-man list for Qatar is announced | FourFourTwo

World Cup 2022 team guides part 30: Portugal

Ghana World Cup 2022 squad: Otto Addo announces final 26-man team | FourFourTwo

Uruguay World Cup 2022 squad: Diego Alonso annouces final 26-man squad | FourFourTwo

South Korea World Cup 2022 squad guide: Solid defence can show it’s not all about Son - The Athletic

Thanks for tuning in. Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup?

Haiku preview of Group G (Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon) and H (Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, Korea Republic). Tournament kicks off on November 20th!

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

World Cup 2022: Every World Cup squad in full - see who Brazil, England, France, Argentina, Germany and Spain pick - Eurosport

Serbia World Cup squad 2022: Aleksandar Mitrovic and Dusan Vlahovic lead Dragan Stojkovic's side in Qatar | Sporting News

Switzerland World Cup 2022 squad and preview: Murat Yakin announces final 26-man team | FourFourTwo

Cameroon World Cup 2022 squad: The 26-man list for Qatar is announced | FourFourTwo

World Cup 2022 team guides part 30: Portugal

Ghana World Cup 2022 squad: Otto Addo announces final 26-man team | FourFourTwo

Uruguay World Cup 2022 squad: Diego Alonso annouces final 26-man squad | FourFourTwo

South Korea World Cup 2022 squad guide: Solid defence can show it’s not all about Son - The Athletic

Thanks for tuning in. Ascendendo tollimus.

]]>b1797b56-9844-4bc4-857f-61a6016898ceFri, 18 Nov 2022 00:30:00 -050003:40nofull10MeteorWrightWorld Cup Haiku, Part 3 - Episode 9World Cup Haiku, Part 3 - Episode 9Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup?

Haiku previews of Group E (Spain, Costa Rica, Germany, Japan) and Group F (Belgium, Morocco, Canada, Croatia).

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

Spain's World Cup squad: Sergio Ramos misses out on fairytale return, Ansu Fati in

Costa Rica World Cup squad 2022: All 26 players on Los Ticos national football team roster for Qatar | Sporting News

Germany World Cup squad: Youssoufa Moukoko, 17, surprise inclusion; Mario Gotze returns

Japan World Cup 2022 squad: Who's in and who's out? | Goal.com US

Belgium World Cup 2022 squad and preview: Roberto Martinez announces final 26-man team | FourFourTwo

World Cup 2022: Hakim Ziyech in Morocco squad with selection row settled - BBC Sport

Canada names 26-man roster for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Croatia World Cup 2022 squad and preview: Zlatko Dalic announces final 26-man team

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup?

Haiku previews of Group E (Spain, Costa Rica, Germany, Japan) and Group F (Belgium, Morocco, Canada, Croatia).

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

Spain's World Cup squad: Sergio Ramos misses out on fairytale return, Ansu Fati in

Costa Rica World Cup squad 2022: All 26 players on Los Ticos national football team roster for Qatar | Sporting News

Germany World Cup squad: Youssoufa Moukoko, 17, surprise inclusion; Mario Gotze returns

Japan World Cup 2022 squad: Who's in and who's out? | Goal.com US

Belgium World Cup 2022 squad and preview: Roberto Martinez announces final 26-man team | FourFourTwo

World Cup 2022: Hakim Ziyech in Morocco squad with selection row settled - BBC Sport

Canada names 26-man roster for 2022 FIFA World Cup

Croatia World Cup 2022 squad and preview: Zlatko Dalic announces final 26-man team

]]>2872bd42-08ea-40e4-99c6-846852607d83Tue, 15 Nov 2022 01:00:00 -050004:17nofull9MeteorWrightWorld Cup Haiku, Part 2 - Episode 8World Cup Haiku, Part 2 - Episode 8Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup? (This is Part 2! Listen to Part 1 wherever you found this episode.)

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music by Mixkit.

Sources:

Argentina World Cup squad 2022: Roster projections for all 26 players for national team in Qatar | Sporting News

Saudi Arabia World Cup 2022 squad: Who's in and who's out? | Goal.com US

Mexico World Cup 2022 squad: Jimenez in, Chicharito snubbed from El Tri's preliminary roster | Goal.com US

Poland World Cup 2022 squad: Czeslaw Michniewicz announces 47-man longlist for Qatar | FourFourTwo

Can France retain World Cup title without Pogba and Kante?

Team-by-team guide: 2022 Denmark World Cup preview

Who could take Tunisia’s spot if they are kicked out of the World Cup?

Bolters and injuries galore as Socceroos prepare to name Qatar squad: World Cup State of Play

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup? (This is Part 2! Listen to Part 1 wherever you found this episode.)

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music by Mixkit.

Sources:

Argentina World Cup squad 2022: Roster projections for all 26 players for national team in Qatar | Sporting News

Saudi Arabia World Cup 2022 squad: Who's in and who's out? | Goal.com US

Mexico World Cup 2022 squad: Jimenez in, Chicharito snubbed from El Tri's preliminary roster | Goal.com US

Poland World Cup 2022 squad: Czeslaw Michniewicz announces 47-man longlist for Qatar | FourFourTwo

Can France retain World Cup title without Pogba and Kante?

Team-by-team guide: 2022 Denmark World Cup preview

Who could take Tunisia’s spot if they are kicked out of the World Cup?

Bolters and injuries galore as Socceroos prepare to name Qatar squad: World Cup State of Play

]]>ab965295-dc5b-454d-a3bb-6f2952f7d176Fri, 04 Nov 2022 21:45:00 -050004:00nofull8MeteorWrightWorld Cup Haiku, Part 1 - Episode 7World Cup Haiku, Part 1 - Episode 7Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music from Mixkit.

Sources:

Lords of Soccer

World Corrupt

Ecuador World Cup 2022 squad: Who's in and who's out? | Goal.com US

Senegal World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more | The Independent

Netherlands looks to snap World Cup dud at Qatar 2022

England World Cup 2022 squad: Who should join Harry Kane, Harry Maguire and Jude Bellingham on plane to Qatar? - Eurosport

World Cup: Carlos Queiroz returned as Iran coach three days before Mahsa Amini's death | Daily Mail Online

One month out: USMNT comforts & concerns as World Cup rapidly approaches | MLSSoccer.com

Wales World Cup squad 2022: Projected 26 players for Dragons' national football team roster in Qatar | Sporting News

Ascendendo tollimus

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: How does a 5-7-5 do against a 4-4-2 at the World Cup?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy. Additional music from Mixkit.

Sources:

Lords of Soccer

World Corrupt

Ecuador World Cup 2022 squad: Who's in and who's out? | Goal.com US

Senegal World Cup 2022 squad guide: Full fixtures, group, ones to watch, odds and more | The Independent

Netherlands looks to snap World Cup dud at Qatar 2022

England World Cup 2022 squad: Who should join Harry Kane, Harry Maguire and Jude Bellingham on plane to Qatar? - Eurosport

World Cup: Carlos Queiroz returned as Iran coach three days before Mahsa Amini's death | Daily Mail Online

One month out: USMNT comforts & concerns as World Cup rapidly approaches | MLSSoccer.com

Wales World Cup squad 2022: Projected 26 players for Dragons' national football team roster in Qatar | Sporting News

Ascendendo tollimus

]]>0d9bfee1-add7-40da-90b6-421ee4aa9fd8Fri, 28 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -050004:06nofull7MeteorWrightFan Fest - Episode 6Fan Fest - Episode 6Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What could possibly be so fun that I’d get up at 4:00 in the morning to be somewhere for 6am, on a Saturday and a Sunday?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

For photos from Fan Fest, check out the Soccer FC Substack!

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

Premier League Mornings Live Fan Fest

"Membership has its privileges."

The 2 Robbies

On Her Turf

No Room for Racism

Rebecca Lowe Eats a Cheesesteak

Ascendendo tollimus

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What could possibly be so fun that I’d get up at 4:00 in the morning to be somewhere for 6am, on a Saturday and a Sunday?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

For photos from Fan Fest, check out the Soccer FC Substack!

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

Premier League Mornings Live Fan Fest

"Membership has its privileges."

The 2 Robbies

On Her Turf

No Room for Racism

Rebecca Lowe Eats a Cheesesteak

Ascendendo tollimus

]]>8abf486e-faef-4935-9fcd-37058cf1e60cFri, 21 Oct 2022 04:00:00 -050008:03nofull6MeteorWrightLearning By Listening - Episode 5Learning By Listening - Episode 5Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: “What other soccer podcasts should I listen to learn more about the game?" (Besides Soccer FC, of course!)

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

American Fiasco: Episodes | WNYC Studios | Podcasts

World Corrupt Archives | Crooked Media

Lords of Soccer on Apple Podcasts

Soccer 101 from Total Soccer Show

Fútbol with Grant Wahl (Sophia Smith interview, Nick Mohammed interview); American Prodigies

Men In Blazers (Nadia Nadim interview)

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Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union

Full Time with Meg Linehan

Ascendendo tollimus

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: “What other soccer podcasts should I listen to learn more about the game?" (Besides Soccer FC, of course!)

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

American Fiasco: Episodes | WNYC Studios | Podcasts

World Corrupt Archives | Crooked Media

Lords of Soccer on Apple Podcasts

Soccer 101 from Total Soccer Show

Fútbol with Grant Wahl (Sophia Smith interview, Nick Mohammed interview); American Prodigies

Men In Blazers (Nadia Nadim interview)

Scuffed

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union

Full Time with Meg Linehan

Ascendendo tollimus

]]>da634b70-3ea2-44a6-b9e3-f1b0a554cfa1Fri, 14 Oct 2022 02:00:00 -050006:55nofull5MeteorWrightThe Wolves - Episode 4The Wolves - Episode 4Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: if art imitates life, and football is life, then does art imitate football? My review of The Wolves, written by Sarah DeLappe and running until October 16, 2022 at McCarter Theatre in Princeton.

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture is a MeteorWright production. 

Sources for this episode are in the show notes. Check out the website: soccerfc.co, for all Soccer FC content. 

Produced and edited by me, Wright Seneres. Theme music is  "Lucky Day" by The Meritocracy. Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Sources:

The Wolves at McCarter Theatre

Finalist: The Wolves, by Sarah DeLappe

The Wolves: A Play: Off-Broadway Edition: DeLappe, Sarah + Free Shipping

The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe | PDF

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: if art imitates life, and football is life, then does art imitate football? My review of The Wolves, written by Sarah DeLappe and running until October 16, 2022 at McCarter Theatre in Princeton.

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture is a MeteorWright production. 

Sources for this episode are in the show notes. Check out the website: soccerfc.co, for all Soccer FC content. 

Produced and edited by me, Wright Seneres. Theme music is  "Lucky Day" by The Meritocracy. Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Sources:

The Wolves at McCarter Theatre

Finalist: The Wolves, by Sarah DeLappe

The Wolves: A Play: Off-Broadway Edition: DeLappe, Sarah + Free Shipping

The Wolves by Sarah DeLappe | PDF

]]>b629ba7b-abc5-4135-87c1-7d28603a8d3cFri, 07 Oct 2022 01:55:00 -050006:26nofull4MeteorWrightThe Telstar - Episode 3The Telstar - Episode 3Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Why are so many drawings and illustrations of soccer balls the same?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Check out our website: soccerfc.co, for all Soccer FC content.

Sources:

Turning Point: The Original Goal of Soccer's Iconic Black-and-White Ball Design - 99% Invisible

The adidas Telstar begins ball chain

How World Cup TV coverage has changed since the 1950s

When Football Went Global: Televising the 1966 World Cup

Remembering Argentina 1978: The Dirtiest World Cup Of All Time

The Surprising Reason Soccer Balls Are Black and White

Why Are Soccer Balls Made of Hexagons? - SportsRec

The original 32 panel ball construction

The Science Behind The World Cup Ball : NPR

Soccer ball's design influenced by manufacturing techniques, television sets, FIFA politics, and the quest for roundness - Core77

The Times, the 1966 World Cup, and a Different Era of Sports Journalism

How the 1970 World Cup in Mexico changed the face of global soccer forever

MLS balls

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Why are so many drawings and illustrations of soccer balls the same?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Check out our website: soccerfc.co, for all Soccer FC content.

Sources:

Turning Point: The Original Goal of Soccer's Iconic Black-and-White Ball Design - 99% Invisible

The adidas Telstar begins ball chain

How World Cup TV coverage has changed since the 1950s

When Football Went Global: Televising the 1966 World Cup

Remembering Argentina 1978: The Dirtiest World Cup Of All Time

The Surprising Reason Soccer Balls Are Black and White

Why Are Soccer Balls Made of Hexagons? - SportsRec

The original 32 panel ball construction

The Science Behind The World Cup Ball : NPR

Soccer ball's design influenced by manufacturing techniques, television sets, FIFA politics, and the quest for roundness - Core77

The Times, the 1966 World Cup, and a Different Era of Sports Journalism

How the 1970 World Cup in Mexico changed the face of global soccer forever

MLS balls

]]>6ba8a769-a376-4e33-a2ff-9dc6c957de27Fri, 30 Sep 2022 01:30:00 -050006:45nofull3MeteorWrightThat Old College Try - Episode 2That Old College Try - Episode 2Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What is your best value for your soccer dollar?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Next week: Why do so many drawings of soccer balls look the same?

Thanks for listening to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture.

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Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Visit our website at soccerfc.co for the complete Soccer FC content.

Sources:

How To Watch College Soccer

Vermont vs Princeton DI Women's Soccer Game Summary - November 12th, 2021 | NCAA.com

BYU vs Florida St. DI Women's Soccer Game Summary - December 6th, 2021 | NCAA.com

PROP approves changes to soccer overtime rules | NCAA.com

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: What is your best value for your soccer dollar?

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Next week: Why do so many drawings of soccer balls look the same?

Thanks for listening to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture.

Ascendendo tollimus

Credits:

Many thanks to Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Visit our website at soccerfc.co for the complete Soccer FC content.

Sources:

How To Watch College Soccer

Vermont vs Princeton DI Women's Soccer Game Summary - November 12th, 2021 | NCAA.com

BYU vs Florida St. DI Women's Soccer Game Summary - December 6th, 2021 | NCAA.com

PROP approves changes to soccer overtime rules | NCAA.com

]]>bba82b0a-f68d-4a6a-a2bc-d421227600abFri, 23 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -050004:04nofull2MeteorWrightOur Motto - Episode 1Our Motto - Episode 1Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Why do football clubs love a dead language? I also discuss what this Soccer FC enterprise is all about.

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Special thanks to William Dingee, Ian Silva, James Van Wyck, and Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

It's just not English in the Premier League | The National News

The Latin motto of AppleTV's Ted Lasso | Medium

What Is Chelsea FC’s Motto? | Football Answers

Everton motto to return after fans condemn badge redesign - BBC News

What does Hala Madrid mean? Real Madrid fans' battle cry explained | Goal.com US

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture. This is an exploration of soccer fandom and culture for new fans. Because there’s more to soccer than what happens on the field.

This episode answers the question: Why do football clubs love a dead language? I also discuss what this Soccer FC enterprise is all about.

Your host is Wright Seneres, soccer aficionado and podcast host (Princeton Spark, Effect Pedal, Hip Hop Movie Club).

Credits:

Special thanks to William Dingee, Ian Silva, James Van Wyck, and Alice Seneres.

Soccer FC is a MeteorWright production. Produced and edited by Wright Seneres. Theme music is "Lucky Day (2014 Demo)" by The Meritocracy.

Sources:

It's just not English in the Premier League | The National News

The Latin motto of AppleTV's Ted Lasso | Medium

What Is Chelsea FC’s Motto? | Football Answers

Everton motto to return after fans condemn badge redesign - BBC News

What does Hala Madrid mean? Real Madrid fans' battle cry explained | Goal.com US

]]>02e8a6a4-ba51-41ed-b938-a1c7a044e17bFri, 16 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -050004:20nofull11MeteorWrightTrailer - Episode 0Trailer - Episode 0Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture, an exploration of the game, its fandom, and culture. This show is for new fans in America to help increase their appreciation for soccer and its culture. New episodes every Friday.

Your host:

Wright Señeres, soccer aficionado and host of the Princeton Spark and Effect Pedal podcasts, and co-host of the Hip Hop Movie Club podcast.

Link up:

Website: soccerfc.co

Substack: soccerfc.substack.com

Instagram: @soccerfandomculture

What do you want to learn about? Email me at soccerfc@substack.com and let's explore together!

Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture:

Because there's much more to soccer than what happens on the field.

]]>Welcome to Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture, an exploration of the game, its fandom, and culture. This show is for new fans in America to help increase their appreciation for soccer and its culture. New episodes every Friday.

Your host:

Wright Señeres, soccer aficionado and host of the Princeton Spark and Effect Pedal podcasts, and co-host of the Hip Hop Movie Club podcast.

Link up:

Website: soccerfc.co

Substack: soccerfc.substack.com

Instagram: @soccerfandomculture

What do you want to learn about? Email me at soccerfc@substack.com and let's explore together!

Soccer FC: Fandom and Culture:

Because there's much more to soccer than what happens on the field.

]]>af3caf13-afde-4af0-9874-a48cfce719b2Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:15:00 -050001:10notrailerMeteorWright