Can I Kick It FC

Welcome to this week's episode of CIKI FC as we are joined by Greggo from FTC as we breakdown the Joint Anti-Discrimination Policy by MLS, MLSPA, and Black Players for Change. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. Each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @CIKIFC or on Instagram @Canikickitfc. Sponsorship: And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support Link to Article: Anti-Discrimination Policy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

With AFCON wrapping up after Ivory Coast fought their way to winning, Kyle Carr and I sat down to discuss some of the big talking points coming out of this tournament. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. Each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @CIKIFC or on Instagram @Canikickitfc. Sponsorship: And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

"Imagine walking into a place that you once saw with hope and fun-filled, being replaced by dread and feelings of loneliness." Today's episode of Can I Kick It FC has the pleasure of sitting down with Imani Williams as she tells her story of dealing with racism, how she is dealing with it, and what she wants to see as growth in American Soccer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Join us as we break down the legendary career of the one and only Tim Howard. We start with his career in America, Why he is the template for US Goalkeepers, and why he gave birth to black goalkeepers. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners who have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. Each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @CIKIFC or on Instagram @Canikickitfc. Sponsorship: And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Join us as we break down the "Tournament of Culture" as AFCON 2023 starts soon. We start off with the History of the Tournament, who are some of the big dogs, and who will not show up on the big stage. As mentioned in the podcast please go support Africa 5-a-side Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. Each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @CIKIFC or on Instagram @Canikickitfc. Sponsorship: And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Join us as we talk about one of the up-and-coming greatest, Kylian Mbappe. We talk about his rise at Monaco, His stardom at PSG, and being the face of France. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Please sit down and enjoy this episode as we talk about the Black Soccer Media boom happening around the country, from Podcasters to writers, etc. The culture in American Soccer is changing and the black voice is at the head of it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Join the crew as we break down Haiti's and Jamaica's historic run in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup. Chenier (who is Haitian) and Elliot (who is Jamaican) talk about what makes this World Cup so special for both of them. They go through the path of both countries to get to this point, The challenges, who are some of the key players and youth, and what to expect going forward. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Join us as we speak to The Shades of Blue podcast talking about Manchester City Treble. We go through how Pep has changed english football, why the Women's team is rebuilding, and how do you take this team to the next level. Bio: Can I Kick It is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the wonderful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. Each episode breaks down the career path of each person and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @CIKIFC or on Instagram @Canikickitfc. Sponsorship: And make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it" you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

On this episode of the CIKI FC we team up with Taylor Rockwell of the Total Soccer Show and Soccer 101 (which you go here part 2 here), We have a great conversation on how leagues deal with racism, why money is big factor, how to challenge yourself to do more, and etc. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Join the crew as we talk about what made Violette AC so special for the culture! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

"They are almost a forgotten team of style and grace"   Join us as we look at the lasting impact of the '90s Ajax squad and why they gateway to the culture --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Earnie Stewart is most known today as the "Mastermind" behind how USMNT and USWNT approach soccer. So the crew sat down and decided the look through Earnie's career and see how and why he got that impact.  Also, head on over to www.2centsfc.com to check out our latest article on how soccer was growing in the 1920s. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

Welcome to this week's episode as we break down who cuts our all-time USMNT X1. Some of your favorites might miss out, some surprises might make it in.  Also, head on over to www.2centsfc.com to check out our latest article on how soccer was growing in the 1920s.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

With our finally league preview, we have Cali from the Dreaming of Freedom Pod on the show to help us get into the weeds about Prem! Of course, we cover the big six sides but we also talk about all 14 other teams with a few surprises mixed in there as well.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

With Italian Football kicking off, we have Nicole hoping on the show to help us understand why Serie might be the league to watch this season. She gives us inside knowledge into Juve ability to bounce back, which Milan club will get that second star, can Jose make Roma serial cup winners, and more!  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

What other way to break the Ligue 1 season than with Ceez and Bam of the We made it Podcast. Of course, we talk about PSG and how they are trying to get over the hump, but we also talk about OM and will they play up to their potential, what went wrong with Lille, and how Lyon fumbled the bag, and much more!  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

We are joined by the one the only Donald Wine hopping on the set to talk about La Liga and how Barca can keep doing what they are doing. Ask Wine all the hard-hitting questions from Can Real repeat, will Valencia get right, and who can challenge Barca and Real?   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

What a way to kick off the next season of CIKI than to have a good friend of the show Jake Payne of 50 plus Doner, on to talk about all things Bundesliga. We start things off by, of course, talking about Bayern but more so how things will look with Mane up top and Lewa out the door. We hear Jake's opinions on how Frankfurt will deal with being Europa Leauge Champs, how will Dortmund be able to challenge, and how RB Leipzig will get back into the thick of it. We also discuss the 2nd Bundesliga and why it is the most challenging league to get promoted.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support

In today's episode of Can I Kick It FC, as we wrap season 3, we bring back a classic episode of CIKI FC as we talk about the marketing of soccer kits and how Hip Hop and black culture has influenced that. Bio: Can I Kick it is a brand new podcast built on telling the stories of Black athletes, coaches, and owners that have impacted the game of soccer on and off the pitch. With all the beautiful footballers from Africa, Europe, The Caribbeans, and The Americas, it is shocking to see that no one has made a podcast dedicated to them. Each episode breaks down each person's career path and focuses on their impact. Follow the show on Twitter at @CIKIFC or on Instagram @rivercity93. Sponsorship: Make sure to subscribe to the show on your favorite podcast service using the links in the audio player above. If you are interested in supporting further episodes of "Can I kick it," you can do so here at https://anchor.fm/can-i-kick-it9/support --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/can-i-kick-it9/support