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The Seleção Podcast
Danny Pinto
116 episodes
5 days ago
Hosted by Danny Pinto, “The Seleção Podcast” is an English-language soccer/football podcast covering the Portuguese National Team, the 2016 European and two-time UEFA Nations League Champions.
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Hosted by Danny Pinto, “The Seleção Podcast” is an English-language soccer/football podcast covering the Portuguese National Team, the 2016 European and two-time UEFA Nations League Champions.
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The Seleção Podcast
#106: Almost There, But Not Quite Yet...

On Episode 106, host Danny Pinto is joined by "amigo do pod" and NWSL PxP man, Eric Krakauer.

Danny and Eric covered a variety of topics in this episode:

  • Portugal failing to qualify for the 2026 World Cup with a last-minute Hungary goal
  • The differences between the Ireland and Hungary matches
  • Are the continuous changes in tactics/lineups Roberto Martínez a good or bad thing
  • Is the defense solely to blame for being unable to close out matches
  • Cristiano Ronaldo and the acceptance of his role with the National Team


Danny and Eric also discuss the great Ray Hudson, who recently retired as a soccer analyst in the United States, but who Eric worked with for many years at beIN Sports.

https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Eric Krakauer on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/erickrakauer

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2 weeks ago
1 hour 26 minutes 55 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#105: World Cup 2026 Already Within View

On Episode 105, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, who was in attendance covering both Seleção victories in Armenia and Hungary to kickoff World Cup qualification for Portugal.

Danny and Matthew covered a variety of topics in this episode:

  • Portugal's ability to come back and win multiple matches under Roberto Martínez (3 of their last 4 wins have been comebacks)
  • the reintegration of the João's: Cancelo and Felíx
  • Martínez's continuing to tinker with the Starting XI
  • the perceived joy and lack of pressure Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be playing with now as Portugal Captain


Matthew also gives his thoughts on FPF President Pedro Proença, the U17 and U21 programs for Portugal, and also shares his mission of attending matches in as many Portuguese stadiums all over Portugal, Azores, and more.

https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Matthew Marshall on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/noobzcorp

https://portugoal.net/selecao/5037-portugal-5-0-armenia-2026-world-cup-qualifiers

https://portugoal.net/selecao/5046-portugal-3-2-hungary-2026-world-cup-qualifier-report

https://portugoal.net/selecao/4877-portugoal-2025-u17-euro-podcast

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1 month ago
1 hour 26 minutes 12 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#104: 2026 World Cup Qualifying Begins

On Episode 104, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net.Before they begin talking about the football, Danny and Tom discuss the tragic tram accident in Lisbon that took place September 3 (the day before the recording of the episode) as well as the FPF's continued observance and honoring of Diogo Jota, with these call ups and upcoming matches being the first since his passing this summer.As for the football, Danny and Tom discuss the roster, some of those who could make an impact in their returns to the squad, and what how the expectation of success at the World Cup next year has changed over the last number of years.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://www.threads.net/@selecaopodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Tom Kundert: https://Twitter.com/PortuGOAL1Bookmark: https://www.portugoal.net

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2 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes 26 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#103: As Navegadoras Bow Out of EURO 2025

On Episode 103, host Danny Pinto is once again joined by Mike Agostinho as they discuss the disappointing showing Portugal displayed at EURO 2025, finishing last in their group with only 1 point.

Danny and Mike also discuss what changes could be made and if there is any young hope on the Seleção's horizon after this experienced group seemed to regress at the European Championship.

https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Mike Agostinho on X/Twitter: @mikeagostinho

Check out Mike's Soccer Vlogs on his Youtube page: https://t.co/28lCtXRiN9

Check out Mike latest project, Wrexam Wednesdays, on the Park The Bus Podcast Network beginning July 16: https://t.co/wQfpPpJbCP

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3 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 25 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#102: Adeus Diogo Jota; Preview/Review of "As Navegadoras" at EURO 2025

On Episode 102, host Danny Pinto is joined once again by Mike Agostinho, as they discuss the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva.They also review Portugal's 5-0 loss to Spain at EURO 2025 and preview As Navegadoras crucial group match against Italy.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Mike Agostinho on X/Twitter: @mikeagostinho

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4 months ago
37 minutes 18 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#101: Preview of "As Navegadoras" and the Women’s EURO 2025

On Episode 101, host Danny Pinto is joined by Mike Agostinho as they get you ready for the “Navegadoras” at the Women’s EURO 2025.

Mike shares his thoughts on Portugal's chances at the European Championship, manager Francisco Neto's roster he is taking to the tournament in Switzerland, and the evolution of the women’s game in Portugal over the last decade.


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Mike Agostinho on X/Twitter: @mikeagostinho

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4 months ago
46 minutes 51 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#100: NOS SOMOS CAMPEÕES...AGAIN!!!

On Episode 100 (!!!), host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they relive the greatness that was the Seleção beating Spain in the Nations League Final to win Portugal's 2nd Nations League trophy and 3rd major trophy, overall.


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

https://www.threads.net/@selecaopod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Tom Kundert: https://Twitter.com/PortuGOAL1

Bookmark: https://www.portugoal.net


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4 months ago
1 hour 19 minutes 32 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#99: Portugal beat Germany, face Spain in Nations League Final

On Episode 99, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira.

They review the Seleção’s 2-1 comeback victory over Germany in Munich in the Nations League semifinals, they preview the final against Spain, discuss the emergence of Vitinha in World Football, and discuss the future of Roberto Martínez as speculation on his job security as Portugal manager remains.

https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira on X/Twitter: @HammerEV9


Link to the Twitter Spaces LIVE reaction following the 2-1 win against Germany: https://x.com/selecaopod/status/1930374691543495035?s=46

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5 months ago
49 minutes 31 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#98: LIVE POD - Portugal Advance to the Semifinals of the Nations League

On Episode 98, host Danny Pinto went LIVE following Portugal's 5-3 aggregate victory against Denmark in the 2-leg quarterfinals of the UEFA Nations League.

Danny gave his thoughts on the victorious 2nd leg in Lisbon and the heroics of Francisco Trincão, as well as questioning why Roberto Martinez should still be the manager of the Seleção.

Danny also got feedback and interaction from the folks in the live chat and also got a "caller" in studio (shoutout James "O Acoriano".


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg

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7 months ago
1 hour 9 minutes 36 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#97: AND IT COULD HAVE BEEN WORSE!!!

On Episode 97, host Danny Pinto is joined by Nathan Motz of PortuGOAL.net as they review Portugal's extremely frustrating and disappointing loss to Denmark in the 1st leg of the Nations League Quarterfinals.

Danny and Nathan discuss how flat and the lack of cohesiveness impacted Portugal's poor play, and how fortunate the Seleção is just to be down 1-0 heading into Sunday's 2nd leg in Lisbon at the Alvalade.

The guys also discuss if Roberto Martinez has the managerial quality to be Portugal's manager and how much of the blame do the players also share.


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Nathan Motz on X: @NathanMotz

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7 months ago
47 minutes 50 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#96: 2024 Year in Review

On a LIVE version of the pod, Episode 96 is our 2024 Year in Review.

Thank you for a tremendous year! We'll see you in 2025!

FORÇA PORTUGAL!!!


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg

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10 months ago
1 hour 31 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#95: CR900...& CR901

On a LIVE Episode 95, host Danny Pinto was joined by PortuGOAL.net Seleção correspondent Nathan Motz as they reviewed Portugal's 2 wins over Croatia and Scotland to open up 2024-25 #NationsLeague group play.

Danny and Nathan discussed #CR7 coming off the bench to score the game-winner in the 88th minute vs. Scotland and if that role could be his next (and final???) chapter in his Seleção career.

The guys also discussed Roberto Martínez's first couple of games without Pepe after starting Gonçalo Inacio (v. Croatia) and Antonio Silva (v. Scotland) alongside Ruben Dias, as well as the positive football played by Raphael Leão, Nuno Mendes, Bruno Fernandes, and more.


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com

Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg

Follow Nathan Motz: https://Twitter.com/NathanMotz

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1 year ago
54 minutes 34 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#94: OBRIGADO, Grande Pepe!!!
On Episode 94, host Danny Pinto is joined by the founder of PortuGOAL.net as they look back on Pepe’s career following his retirement announcement. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://www.threads.net/@selecaopod selecaopod@gmail.com Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg Follow Tom Kundert: https://Twitter.com/PortuGOAL1 Bookmark: https://www.portugoal.net Pepe’s retirement announcement: https://youtu.be/bWRr7fl8vQI?si=YbuawGkK2SZr5Utt
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1 year ago
1 hour 14 minutes 57 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#93: LIVE SHOW-Portugal OUT of #EURO2024

On a LIVE Episode 93, host Danny Pinto is once again joined by Nathan Motz and Eric “The Portuguese Hammer” Vieira following Portugal’s heartbreaking loss to France in penalties at the quarterfinals of #EURO2024.

Among the topics were Roberto Martínez, Cristiano Ronaldo, Pepe, the Seleção’s missed opportunities during the match, and what happens next with this National Team.


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Eric Vieira: https://Twitter.com/HammerEV9

Follow Nathan Motz: https://Twitter.com/NathanMotz

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1 year ago
1 hour 25 minutes 13 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#92: Hello, Old Friend

On Episode 92, host Danny Pinto is joined by Matthew Marshall of PortuGOAL.net, who has been in Germany covering #EURO2024.

Danny and Matthew discuss, among other things:

  • Diogo Costa's heroics in the R16 match vs. Slovenia
  • The growing importance of Vitinha in the Starting XI
  • Roberto Martínez's tactics and substitutions
  • CR7: fair criticism vs. rooting for his failure
  • Could the Quarterfinal match vs. France be the match where both teams finally show up?

https://www.selecaopod.com
https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod
YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast
https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod
https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod
selecaopod@gmail.com

Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg

Follow Matthew Marshall on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/noobzcorp

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1 year ago
1 hour 5 minutes 56 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#91: DioGOAT Costa!!!

On a LIVE Episode 91, host Danny Pinto was joined by a couple of Eric's: Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira & Eric Krakauer.

The guys discussed Portugal's emotionally exhausting R16 victory in penalties vs. Slovenia at #EURO2024.

They spoke on Diogo Costa's historic display in the penalty shootout, Roberto Martínez's substitutions, the almost potential end of Pepe and CR7's Seleção careers, Vitinha's growing importance, look ahead to the quarterfinals vs. France, and so much more.


https://www.selecaopod.com

https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod

YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast

https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod

https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod

selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira on X/Twitter: @HammerEV9

Follow Eric Krakauer on X/Twitter: @EricKrakauer

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1 year ago
1 hour 30 minutes 32 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#90: Derek Rae of FOX Sports

On Episode 90, host Danny Pinto is joined once again by international play-by-play announcer Derek Rae, who is working EURO 2024 for FOX Sports in the U.S.


Danny and Derek discuss:

  • Differences between the World Cup in Qatar in 2022 (Derek's first appearance on the podcast) to being in a historically soccer-rich country like Germany
  • His broadcast partnership with former England goalkeeper Robert Green at EURO 2024
  • Portugal's perception heading into the tournament compared to their perception heading into the Knockout Rounds
  • His work on the EA Sports FC 24 (formerly FIFA) video game
  • And a surprising culinary go-to in Germany


https://www.selecaopod.com
https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod
YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast
https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod
https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod
selecaopod@gmail.com


Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


Follow Derek Rae on X/Twitter: @RaeComm

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1 year ago
22 minutes 47 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#89: LIVE SHOW - Reviewing loss to Georgia & Previewing R16 Match vs. Slovenia

LIVE POD! On Episode 89, host Danny Pinto is joined by PortuGOAL.net's Nathan Motz and Play-by-Play announcer for Apple TV's Major League Soccer coverage, Eric Krakauer.

Among the topics covered on the show:

  • The loss vs. Georgia
  • Roberto Martínez decision making regarding lineup and technique vs. Georgia
  • Portugal's mentality as a perceived favorite
  • What/who needs to change for R16 match vs. Slovenia
  • Twitter and Chat Room questions, and much more...

https://www.selecaopod.com
https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod
YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast
https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod
https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod
selecaopod@gmail.com

Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg

Follow Nathan Motz on Twitter/X: @NathanMotz

Follow Eric Krakauer on Twitter/X: @EricKrakauer

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1 year ago
1 hour 34 minutes 8 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
Twitter/X Spaces: Instant Reaction to Portugal’s 3-0 win over Türkiye at EURO 2024

Instant analysis and reaction following Portugal’s 3-0 victory over Türkiye at EURO 2024 on Twitter/X Spaces.

https://www.selecaopod.com
https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod
YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast
https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod
https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod
selecaopod@gmail.com

Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg


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1 year ago
30 minutes 11 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
#88: Review of Czechia/Preview of Türkiye at #EURO2024

LIVE POD!!! On Episode 88, host Danny Pinto reviewed the 2-1 win over Czechia and previewed Saturday's match versus Türkiye with guests Ahmet Bob Gurgut ( @ahmetbobturgut2365 ) & the podcast's first-ever guest, Michael Teixeira. https://www.selecaopod.com https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod selecaopod@gmail.com Music for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg Avila Imports, for your Portuguese Goods and Novelties 916-607-6119 A5logo@frontier.com

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1 year ago
1 hour 24 minutes 22 seconds

The Seleção Podcast
Hosted by Danny Pinto, “The Seleção Podcast” is an English-language soccer/football podcast covering the Portuguese National Team, the 2016 European and two-time UEFA Nations League Champions.