The Seleção Podcast

On Episode 117, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net, as they discuss the hire and introcudtory press conference of Jorge Jesus as the new Seleção manager.Danny and Tom discuss the drastic differences between Jorge Jesus and Roberto Martínez (both on and off the field), his managing of Cristiano Ronaldo while both were at Al-Nassr last season, how he may introduce "new blood" into the squad and who may possibly have their Seleção career at risk, plus much more...YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://www.tiktok.com/@selecaopodselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Tom Kundert on X: @PortuGOAL1Cover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 116, host Danny Pinto went LIVE once again and discussed Portugal's 1-0 loss to Spain that ended the Seleção's World Cup aspirations.Danny also talked about his frustrations with now former Portugal manager Roberto Martínez & Jorge Jesus reportedly being the next Portugal manager.Danny also asks the most obvious question: What happens next if Cristiano Ronaldo no longer plays for Portugal?Plus, your calls and comments in the chat... One more Tuga Therapy Session...YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@selecaopodselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egCover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 115, host Danny Pinto went LIVE following #Portugal's exciting 2-1 victory against #Croatia in R32 of the FIFA World Cup in Toronto.Danny took some callers, as well as welcomed back some familiar faces: Nathan Motz and the "Eric Duo" of Krakauer and "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira.We were also joined by Sergio Rodrigues of Toronto, who was able to set the scene of how Toronto showed up and showed out for the Portuguese diaspora around the world.YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egCover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 114, host Danny Pinto is joined by Brendan Dunlop of Canadian Soccer Daily.Danny and Brendan discuss: Portugal's upcoming R32 match against Croatia at the FIFA World Cup in TorontoHow "Dunlop" = Portuguese :)Why Brendan still believes that the Seleção can win the World CupHow big it is having Portugal playing a World Cup match in Toronto where there is such a huge Portuguese populationHis work as a World Cup match host, and more...YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://www.tiktok.com/@selecaopodselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Brendan Dunlop on X and Instagram: @Brendan_DunlopFollow Canadian Soccer Daily on X and Instagram: @CANSoccerDailyCover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 113, Danny hosted another LIVE episode with guests Tom Kundert of PortuGOAL.net and new "amigo do pod" and Seleção supporter, Miguel Oliveira.Among the topics:​Review POR/COL ​Preview R32 vs Croatia​Roberto Martínez…ugh​Offense struggles; Defense/Costa step up​Is this path more favorable? YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod https://www.tiktok.com/@selecaopodselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Tom Kundert on X: @PortuGOAL1Cover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 112, host Danny Pinto went LIVE once again and was joined by Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira to:​Review POR/UZB​Preview POR/COL​Discuss possible R32 & KO bracket scenarios​The disrespect towards Cristiano Ronaldo​Danny's World Cup experience at the POR/UZB match Danny and Eric were also joined by Anthony "The Azorean One" Esteves, and discussed items brought up by the podcast supporters in the YouTube chat.YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttp://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow The Portuguese Hammer on X and Instagram: @HammerEV9Cover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

On Episode 111, host Danny Pinto went LIVE (!!!) with guest Eric Krakauer the day after Portugal's disappointing and problematic draw against DR Congo at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Houston.Danny and Eric talked about what went wrong, how Eric was not surprised by the result, how much of the blame is shared between Roberto Martínez's tactics and the players' execution of those tactics, what/who they would like to see in the upcoming match against Uzbekistan, and so much more.Danny and Eric were also able to connect with some fans and supporters in the studio, and went over plenty of comments in the chat.A lot of show...a lot of emotion...a lot of passion...FORÇA PORTUGAL!!! YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Eric Krakauer on X

On Episode 110, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira as they preview Portugal's opening Group K match against the Democratic Republic of Congo at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow The Portuguese Hammer on X and Instagram: @HammerEV9Cover art was AI-generated via Google

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Brian Martins and Derrick DeMelo of "The Portuguese Kids" and comedian and co-founder of "Battle of the Bifanas" Taylor Amarante in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together.Tickets to the "Houston, We Have A Festa" comedy show on June 16 in Houston, TX can be purchased here: Buy Tix!https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egBookmark The Portuguese Kids site: http://portuguesekids.com and follow them on social mediaFollow Taylor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tayloramarante_

Host Danny Pinto speaks with David Rodrigues of "How To Cook Stuff" in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow David Rodrigues on IG, TikTok, Facebook: @HowToCookStuffBookmark David's website: https://cookportuguesefood.com/Cover art was approved for use by David Rodrigues

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Silvia Manuela, founder of The Portuguese Collective in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eghttps://theportuguesecollective.com/Follow The Portuguese Collective on IG, TikTok, Facebook: @ThePortugueseCollectiveCover art was approved for use by The Portuguese Collective

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Carlos Sousa, founder of "João's List" in the next installment of our series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egCheck out the João's List webite: www.joaoslist.comFollow João's List on Instagram: https://Instagram.com/joaoslistCover art: granted permission from João’s List to use

On Episode 109, host Danny Pinto is joined by soccer/football commentator Derek Rae of FOX Sports, as he is part of the star-studded broadcast team FOX Sports has put together for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup.Danny and Derek discuss the World Cup expanding to 48 teams, Derek being partnered once again with former England goalkeeper Robert Green in the broadcast booth, Portugal being among the favorites while no longer needing to rely solely on Cristiano Ronaldo, and so much more.Our thanks to Eric Esteban, FOX Sports Vice President of Media Relations, for his assistance in making this interview happen.YouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttp://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comhttps://www.selecaopod.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Derek Rae on X/Twitter & Instagram: @RaeCommCover art was AI Generated

Host Danny Pinto speaks with Tony Gonçalves of "The Heart and Hustle of Portugal" Podcast in the first of a series of episodes leading up to the World Cup where we are bringing the world of Futebol and Portuguese Influencers together.https://www.selecaopod.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPod http://tiktok.com/@selecaopod?lang=enselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast provided by Uzohms: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69egFollow Tony on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goncalvestg?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Follow The Heart and Hustle of Portugal Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hearthustlept?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Check out The Heart and Hustle of Portugal Podcast on Linktree: https://tr.ee/Ji_gfGa-Ne

LIVE Coverage of Portugal's Roster Announcement for the 2026 FIFA World CupBroadcast LIVE on The Seleção Podcast YouTube channelhttps://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/UCjPmY1PCCqvaqKNG2dx69eg

On Episode 108, host Danny Pinto is joined by Eric Krakauer, as they look back at Portugal's friendlies against Mexico and the United States.Danny and Eric discuss Roberto Martínez's approach to the friendlies, how the squad looked in the two matches, who perhaps played themselves on (or off) the World Cup squad, and the guys give their WAAAAY too early predictions for who will be on Portugal's World Cup roster.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 Eric Krakauer on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/erickrakauer

On Episode 107, host Danny Pinto is joined by Nathan Motz of PortuGOAL.net as they preview Portugal's final two World Cup Qualifiers: Nov. 13 against Ireland (A) & Nov. 16 against Armenia at The Dragão.Danny and Nathan absence of Nuno Mendes in these upcoming matches, the return of João Cancelo, the talented but crowded Portuguese midfield, the unsettled Portuguese center back situation, and much more.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 Nathan Motz on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/nathanmotz

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 goalThe differences between the Ireland and Hungary matchesAre the continuous changes in tactics/lineups Roberto Martínez a good or bad thingIs the defense solely to blame for being unable to close out matchesCristiano Ronaldo and the acceptance of his role with the National TeamDanny 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.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 Eric Krakauer on Twitter: https://Twitter.com/erickrakauer

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 FelíxMartínez's continuing to tinker with the Starting XIthe perceived joy and lack of pressure Cristiano Ronaldo seems to be playing with now as Portugal CaptainMatthew 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.comhttps://Twitter.com/SelecaoPodYouTube.com/theselecaopodcasthttps://Facebook.com/SelecaoPodhttps://Instagram.com/SelecaoPodselecaopod@gmail.comMusic for the podcast prov

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.port