The Seleção Podcast

***My sincerest apologies for the technical issues at the beginning of this live episode. Not sure what happened or why it did, but I am looking into it thoroughly. Thank you.***On Episode 121, host Danny Pinto looks back at the rematch between Portugal and Norway, Portugal’s perfect 4-0-0 start under new manager Jorge Jesus in the defense of its Nations League title, and we talk about Cristiano Ronaldo and what transpired this last week.Thank you to Matthew Marshall of Portugoal.net, and “Amigo do Pod” Eric Krakauer for joining the show, as well as some of the supporters of the podcast for giving their thoughts on the Seleção, JJ, and CR7.YouTube.com/theselecaopodcast https://Twitter.com/SelecaoPod https://Instagram.com/SelecaoPod https://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 Matthew Marshall on X: @noobzcorp Follow Eric Krakauer on X and IG

On Episode 120, host Danny Pinto is joined by Tom Kundert, founder of PortuGOAL.net, as they discuss the likely end of #CristianoRonaldo's career with #Portugal after a reported falling out with manager #JorgeJesus and the Federation of Portuguese Football.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 119, we are joined by Eric "The Portuguese Hammer" Vieira as the Jorge Jesus Era is off to a perfect start (2 wins in 2 matches), João Félix's star is on the rise in a Portugal jersey, and is the reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo not playing versus Norway being overblown by both sides of the argument?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 Eric Vieira on X and Instagram: @HammerEV9Cover art and still images was generated via Google AI

WE ARE BACK!!!On Episode 118, host Danny Pinto is joined by "Amigo do Pod" Eric Krakauer as they discuss new Seleção manager Jorge Jesus' first call ups for Portugal's first four group matches in the defense of their Nations League title.Danny and Eric also discussed why someone like JJ was needed as the next manager of Portugal, why his tactics could open up an offense that has not been dynamic as the talent on the squad suggests it could be, why João Felíx could have a prominent role in the Portugal attack, and 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 Eric Krakauer on X and Instagram: @EricKrakauerCover art and still images was AI-generated via Google

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