Episode 91 – Will Kone-mania carry into the World Cup?

Northern Fútbol Podcast

Thomas, Peter and Alex record the longest episode to date to recap CF Montreal's win over Orlando City, Ismael Kone's continued impressive performances on the big stage, whether he can start any of Canada's three games at the World Cup, and how Montreal matches up with NYCFC in the Eastern Conference semis. The guys also dissect the latest MLS salary guide update along with Vancouver's and Toronto's end-of-season roster moves.

Then, they dive into the first legs of the CPL semifinals, go over a bunch of stories in the world of Canadian women's soccer and give their analysis on Canadians abroad from the past weekend.

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RUNNING ORDER:

2:50 - Which game could Kone start at World Cup?

6:40 - Kone’s ceiling and his next move

12:27 - Montreal vs. NYCFC preview

16:03 - MLS salary guide takeaways and Canadian clubs make roster moves

24:22 - How MLS can grow further

34:58 - CPL semifinal first leg takeaways

43:45 - Which European heavyweight would you want to see adopt a CPL club?

46:01 - What’s next for Yao, JMR vs. Tabla, MVP picks

49:43 - Adidas releases CanMNT apparel, updated starting XI, etc.

1:04:39 - Canada eliminated from U-17 Women’s World Cup, NWSL playoff predictions, Canadian nominees for Ballon d’Or

1:16:34 - Davies to man-mark De Bruyne?

1:22:01- Should Davies entertain Madrid, Barca interest?

1:30:02 - David’s ideal next club

1:32:18 - Growing concern with Ugbo’s lack of minutes

1:34:44 - Larin omitted from matchday squad again

1:39:59 - Any other players who should be concerned about declining minutes?

1:46:47 - Arfield return?

1:49:01 - Justin Smith to MLS?

1:51:26 - Metcalfe’s progress in Norway

1:55:00 - Malcolm Johnston’s potential

Produced by Peter Galindo.