GoalLess: A Soccer Show

GoalLess: A Soccer Show

SmartLess Media

GoalLess is a podcast that highlights the passion, personalities, and pitch drama that make soccer beautiful ... and hilarious. Each week, the hosts kick around the biggest stories from The Champions League, featuring analysis, laughs, and great guests. What's the goal? You tell us! Brought to you by SmartLess Media, Meadowlark, with Paramount+

The Legend of the Honduran Maradona (Feat. Kieran Morris)

The Legend of the Honduran Maradona (Feat. Kieran Morris)

On this episode of Goalless… A round up of the Champions League knockout stage, predictions for the round of 16, Villa 2 Liverpool 2, and Rafael Toloi literally and figuratively sees red. Plus, Kieran Morris joins us to tell us the story of the Honduran Maradona and his history of pranking Sky Sports.

Feb 21, • 48:22

Vague News (Feat. Rhys Darby)

Vague News (Feat. Rhys Darby)

On this episode of GoalLess… Man City vs Real Madrid, an amazing atmosphere at Celtic Park, and a Merseyside Derby for the ages. Plus Rhys Darby joins us to talk about his mom as a manager, Next Goal Wins, and we discover a new way to do the news.

Feb 14, • 50:05

Septic Bladder (Feat. John Skipper)

Septic Bladder (Feat. John Skipper)

On this episode of GoalLess... the huge Man City v Arsenal match, Forrest nets a touchdown, a transfer window wrap up, the rise of the Saudi league, and a little Rihanna. Plus, sports media mogul and former President of ESPN John Skipper joins us to talk about how English lit made him a Tottenham fan, his dealings with FIFA, and so much more.

Feb 6, • 59:59

The Devil’s Hat Trick

The Devil’s Hat Trick

On today’s GoalLess… a quick rundown of a WILD day of Champions League with all 18 games kicking off simultaneously, another round of club or country, Man City’s big win vs Chelsea, the worst debuts ever, and should Ange stay or go at Tottenham?

Jan 30, • 49:30

The Eagle Got Sacked Too (Feat. Christian Polanco)

The Eagle Got Sacked Too (Feat. Christian Polanco)

On this episode of GoalLess… the Lazio falconer scandal, a huge round of Champions League matches including the brilliant Benfica - Barcelona game, a wild week at Manchester City, and Christian Polanco of The Cooligans joins us to get reminded that all of Everton’s ex’s are thriving. Plus, are Manchester United and Tottenham in a relegation battle? Tap in!

Jan 23, • 50:06

Kevin Bacon Looks Like a Kite

Kevin Bacon Looks Like a Kite

On this episode of GoalLess… we’re back from break! Witty and Russell hit the ground running by talking about all the things we missed over the last few weeks. Elon Musk to buy Liverpool? How can Man City fix their run of poor results? Plus, the viral Adam Armstrong video, Russ has a new special “Live at the London Palladium” out, and we play a new game called Club or Country (Band).

Jan 16, • 58:45

Shorts High and Tight, Mustaches Low and Loose (Feat. John Oliver)

Shorts High and Tight, Mustaches Low and Loose (Feat. John Oliver)

On this episode of GoalLess... David Silva, Dunkirk, and Nut Shots. And that’s just in the first 7 minutes! We hung with John Oliver for an hour of fun to talk Accrington Stanley (who are they?!?), Bruno Fernandes, Virgil Van Dyke’s love of The Lion King, and plenty more.

Jan 2, • 59:55

Baptized by Alisson (Feat. Will Arnett)

Baptized by Alisson (Feat. Will Arnett)

On this episode of GoalLess… the host of SmartLess, and our boss, Will Arnett joins the show to discuss his passion football. The guys talk about Liverpool, Canada, swimming pool baptisms, sing some songs, and plenty more.

Dec 26, 2024 • 53:53

Russell, La Bombonera, and a Zorb (Feat. Richie Williams)

Russell, La Bombonera, and a Zorb (Feat. Richie Williams)

On this episode of GoalLess… it’s the final episode of 2024! The guys discuss the best derby’s in the world, UVM’s national championship, and ponder just how low can Man City actually go? Plus, we talk to former US U17 National Team Coach Richie Williams and dive into the new Paramount+ docuseries PULISIC.

Dec 19, 2024 • 49:20

Kaka, Dodo, or PeePee

Kaka, Dodo, or PeePee

On this episode of GoalLess… an action packed few days of Champions League, we play another round of Two Brazilians and a Lie, plus the final Witty’s Wonderkid. Tap in!

Dec 12, 2024 • 16:53

BONUS EPISODE: Salzburg, The Penicillin of the Champions League (Feat. Mike Ryan Ruiz)

BONUS EPISODE: Salzburg, The Penicillin of the Champions League (Feat. Mike Ryan Ruiz)

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… we recap the biggest news from the weekend, talk about the Champions League “drop zone” - how much trouble are PSG and Real Madrid in? Plus, some best bets from Mike Ryan Ruiz, and the incredible story of Junior Santos. Tap in!

Dec 9, 2024 • 32:59

Shorts High and Tight, Mustaches Low and Loose (Feat. John Oliver)

Shorts High and Tight, Mustaches Low and Loose (Feat. John Oliver)

On this episode of GoalLess... David Silva, Dunkirk, and Nut Shots. And that’s just in the first 7 minutes! We hung with John Oliver for an hour of fun to talk Accrington Stanley (who are they?!?), Bruno Fernandes, Virgil Van Dyke’s love of The Lion King, and plenty more.

Dec 5, 2024 • 1:00:24

BONUS EPISODE: Tantric at Best (Feat. Daniel Howard)

BONUS EPISODE: Tantric at Best (Feat. Daniel Howard)

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… Russell’s brother Daniel joins us right after attending Liverpool - Real Madrid. Plus, we recap the weekend in Europe, and find out who Russell made friends with down under.

Dec 3, 2024 • 26:36

GoalLess Thanksgiving Feast (Feat. Rory Scovel, Jamie Carragher, Gareth Reynolds)

GoalLess Thanksgiving Feast (Feat. Rory Scovel, Jamie Carragher, Gareth Reynolds)

Happy Thanksgiving from GoalLess to you! Take a listen to some of our favorite guests and moments from the first 20 episodes.

Nov 28, 2024 • 48:56

BONUS EPISODE: Teutonic Care Bear (Feat. Peter Moore)

BONUS EPISODE: Teutonic Care Bear (Feat. Peter Moore)

On this bonus episode of GoalLess... we're back from the international break with a big weekend of news to go over and a great week of champions league to look ahead to. Peter Moore stops by to talk about his time as Liverpool CEO, Klopp hugs, and the Santa Barbara Sky. Plus, a chance to make some money with Mike Ryan Ruiz's best bets.

Nov 25, 2024 • 30:37

Getting Baptized by Alisson (Feat. Will Arnett)

Getting Baptized by Alisson (Feat. Will Arnett)

On this episode of GoalLess… the host of SmartLess, and our boss, Will Arnett joins the show to discuss his passion football. The guys talk about Liverpool, Canada, swimming pool baptisms, sing some songs, and plenty more.

Nov 21, 2024 • 54:19

BONUS EPISODE: Death by Champagne (Feat. Nigel Reo-Coker)

BONUS EPISODE: Death by Champagne (Feat. Nigel Reo-Coker)

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… The 2026 World Cup is turning into a Star Spangled Entertainment Spectacular. Plus, CBS Sports analyst and former Premier League player Nigel Reo-Coker joins us to talk Aston Villa, the new generation of footballers, and England’s prospects with Thomas Tuchel in charge.

Nov 18, 2024 • 30:28

Psychopathic Chickens (Feat. John Shin)

Psychopathic Chickens (Feat. John Shin)

On this episode of GoalLess… Russell and Witty dive into the David Coote scandal, Gary Lineker leaving Match of the Day, and play a game with some hilarious Brazilian names. Plus, John Shin joins us to talk about Ruben Amorim, Manchester United, Victor Gyokeres, and, obviously, John Denver.

Nov 14, 2024 • 43:32

BONUS EPISODE: Nice That He Likes Milner (Feat. Maurice Edu)

BONUS EPISODE: Nice That He Likes Milner (Feat. Maurice Edu)

On this episode of GoalLess… Witty and Russell take a trip down memory lane with some super slip-ups. Mo Edu joins to talk about the USMNT, Champions League, and Inter Miami's shock playoff elimination. Plus, Mike Ryan Ruiz basks in the glory of his winning superdogs.

Nov 11, 2024 • 32:29

The Hero of San Siro (Feat. Jamie Carragher)

The Hero of San Siro (Feat. Jamie Carragher)

On this episode of GoalLess… Russell and Witty are joined by former Liverpool great (and current Paramount+ great) Jamie Carragher. Plus, we dive into all of this week’s champions league action, including a couple of losses for European GIANTS and some strange referee moments.

Nov 7, 2024 • 48:58

BONUS EPISODE: I Want to Hang Out with Drunk Jurgen

BONUS EPISODE: I Want to Hang Out with Drunk Jurgen

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… Maradona vs Grealish, our weekend recap, fantasy friendball, and Mike Ryan’s best bets.

Nov 4, 2024 • 31:55

America’s Got Mourinho’s (Feat. Rory Scovel)

America’s Got Mourinho’s (Feat. Rory Scovel)

On this episode of GoalLess… Erik ten Hag, Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte and uhhh, Rudy Giuliani? Plus, we’re joined by comedian Rory Scovel to talk about his college soccer career, pump up speeches, and just how far soccer has come in America.

Oct 31, 2024 • 52:45

BONUS EPISODE: A Proper West County English Urchin

BONUS EPISODE: A Proper West County English Urchin

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… Witty brings the heat with a diss track for Erik ten Hag, recaps the biggest games of the weekend, and Russell presents his 3 favorite all-time heckles!

Oct 28, 2024 • 15:41

Antonio Rudiger Could Knock Out a Bull (Feat. Joe Mande)

Antonio Rudiger Could Knock Out a Bull (Feat. Joe Mande)

On this episode of GoalLess… a wild week of Champions League including an incredible game between Real Madrid and Dortmund. Emmy Award winner Joe Mande joins us, plus a goalkeeper boo’d at Anfield, and… pain pigs? All that and more. Tap in!

Oct 24, 2024 • 45:13

BONUS EPISODE: Light A Candle For Retegui (Feat. Mike Ryan Ruiz)

BONUS EPISODE: Light A Candle For Retegui (Feat. Mike Ryan Ruiz)

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… The Champions League is back after a 3 week hiatus, Russell and Witty turn on the trade machine, and Mike Ryan Ruiz stops by to give his best bets of the week.

Oct 21, 2024 • 28:46

If You Force Me To Linger, I'll Eat A Pork Finger

If You Force Me To Linger, I'll Eat A Pork Finger

On this episode of GoalLess… Waiting sausages, The US and England have new managers in Mauricio Pochettino and Thomas Tuchel, VAR, and our favorite all time celebrations.

Oct 18, 2024 • 47:33

Bonus Episode: The Dutch Are So Liberal, Aren't They? (Feat. Aly Trost Martin)

Bonus Episode: The Dutch Are So Liberal, Aren't They? (Feat. Aly Trost Martin)

On this bonus episode of GoalLess...Russell and Witty go head to head sorting unusual player names from European beers and Witty assesses the Champions League so far with the lovely Aly Trost Martin from The Golazo Network.

Oct 14, 2024 • 28:21

They’re Tickling My Tchaikovsky

They’re Tickling My Tchaikovsky

On this episode of GoalLess… Jurgen Klopp has a new job, a stunning double handball, a new addition to announcing teams, great moments in commentating history, and we solve the too many games issue.

Oct 10, 2024 • 40:58

Bonus Episode: Hammer and Tongs

Bonus Episode: Hammer and Tongs

On this bonus episode of GoalLess... A (very) sad Celtic fan, Mike Ryan's best bets, soccersplain part II, and much more

Oct 7, 2024 • 31:16

The Aura (feat. Gareth Reynolds)

The Aura (feat. Gareth Reynolds)

On today’s GoalLess… All the news from a busy Champions League week, Aston Villa fan Gareth Reynolds joins to talk about their historic win over Bayern Munich, Russell explores the similarities between Canadian soccer fans and drug users, Celtic needs to learn how to parallel park, Arne Slot’s perfectly Dutch answer, a WILD miss, and much much more.

Oct 3, 2024 • 48:02

Bonus Episode: The Corridor of Uncertainty

Bonus Episode: The Corridor of Uncertainty

On this bonus episode of GoalLess… Russell teaches us some Britishisms, Witty takes us through the biggest games of the weekend, and we look ahead to the biggest games of the week with Mike Ryan Ruiz. Plus, Russell has recognized a new trait in Pep Guardiola.

Sep 30, 2024 • 25:18

Lord Panic

Lord Panic

On this episode of GoalLess… The Man City - Arsenal rivalry, Rodri’s injury, a barefoot Matthew McConaughey, and Sam Lee from The Athletic joins. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ on Apple Podcasts to listen to ad-free new episodes.

Sep 26, 2024 • 46:21

Bonus Episode: The Biggest Tie of the Season

Bonus Episode: The Biggest Tie of the Season

On this episode of GoalLess... The huge Manchester City - Arsenal game, Milan Derby, and Bayern stays hot. Plus Mike Ryan Ruiz joins us to talk about Pochettino, Pulisic, and his love of boring soccer.

Sep 23, 2024 • 27:57

GoalLess Champions League Debut

GoalLess Champions League Debut

The Champions League is back!!! In the inaugural week of both GoalLess and the 2024-25 Champions League season, Russell and Witty bounce around Europe, talk pathetic injuries, Joachim Low’s smelly fingers, the Man City trial, and plenty more!

Sep 20, 2024 • 44:43

YOUR NEW FAVORITE SOCCER SHOW: GoalLess with Russell Howard and Chris Wittyngham

YOUR NEW FAVORITE SOCCER SHOW: GoalLess with Russell Howard and Chris Wittyngham

GoalLess with Russell Howard and Chris Wittyngham is a podcast that highlights the passion, personalities, and pitch drama that make soccer beautiful ... and hilarious. Each week, the hosts kick around the biggest stories from The Champions League, featuring analysis, laughs, and great guests. What's the goal? You tell us! Brought to you by SmartLess Media, Meadowlark, with Paramount+

Sep 15, 2024 • 5:16

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