https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-cornerblue-podcast--4541615enSoccerCopyright Andrés Rico and Hugo Alvaradohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6eb1ddc4bf18f237b6ed2f1b3a8bea03.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-cornerblue-podcast--4541615Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:31:13 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoAndrés Rico and Hugo Alvaradocornerbluepodcast@gmail.comThe CornerBlue is podcast by Hugo Alvarado and Andrés Rico about what it's like to be a fan of la Selecta far from home, and a space to digest ups and downs revolving the national team.trueaea2cfb8-8b18-5783-8923-54ed6b5ea5acepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-83-bridging-the-gap-with-andres-flores--70032596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70032596Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:16:22 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe new qualifying cycle begins, with a new board, new administrative positions filled, but what can be done differently?  How can the federation support its players who are signed by clubs abroad?  We chat with Portland Timbers II Assistant Coach...4211falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-82-putting-the-work-in--68477341https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68477341Sat, 08 Nov 2025 19:20:23 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe break down the double losses October, and the hirings being made to make sure ES makes a habit of qualifying to Youth World Cups.2452falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-81-true-grit-with-steven-levy-cruz--68050724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68050724Tue, 07 Oct 2025 18:16:55 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoEl Cusca mode is activated as La Selecta heads into it's final qualifying matches at home, with four more matches to go.  Emotions are high, but one question remains: what is Bolillo Ball?  We get help from AFJA's Steven Levy Cruz on breaking it down.3433falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-80-es-v-gt-wcq--67628068
PS We going on five years and counting! Thanks to everyone for listening/watching us for the past five years!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67628068Thu, 04 Sep 2025 05:04:35 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoHugo fills us in as he joins the coaching staff and team in Guate.  Is something brewing in Guatemala City? PS We going on five years and counting! Thanks to everyone for listening/watching us for the past five years!
PS We going on five years and counting! Thanks to everyone for listening/watching us for the past five years!]]>856falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-79-the-walk--67304946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67304946Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:54:52 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoHugo's been called up, we go over his experiences being re-introduced as Official Scout, the job ahead, the status with el Cusca, and sensations as the last round of qualifiers start in less than a month.2043truefullhttps://linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcasthttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/66839069Wed, 02 Jul 2025 18:20:48 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe go over the La Selecta's dismal performance at the 2025 Gold Cup. Time is ticking. Will an overhaul of personnel help La Selecta's chances for 2026?2793falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-doable--66560500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66560500Sat, 14 Jun 2025 19:52:25 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta is in the final round of qualifying. We go over el Bolillo's first matches at the helm, and what to look forward to between now and November. Will Panamá, Guatemala, and Suriname keep us from reaching the World Cup, or will La Selecta...2788falsefullhttps://t.co/LjV0dG999Ehttps://api.spreaker.com/episode/64821075Tue, 11 Mar 2025 21:46:41 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe Bolillo Era begins, the honeymoon has started, the clock keeps ticking... what does this mean for the national team? We break it down.2376falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-75-inevitable--64519544https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64519544Sun, 23 Feb 2025 02:06:34 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe word of the day is inevitable.  Despite a short window of preparation and little to no hype heading into qualifiers, El Salvador's U17 squad has qualified to another youth world cup.  We talk about Fito's retirement, Norberto Huezo's legacy, and...2034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-back-to-league-a-and-copa-oro-2025--62960877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62960877Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:35:10 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe results continue to go La Selecta's way as they hack their way into League A and Copa Oro for the upcoming year.  We break down the good, bad, and the ugly... a lot of ugly.  Plus Hugo gives us his scouting report on recent call-up Gabriel Pereira.2294falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-73-caribbean-double-header--62304378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62304378Wed, 09 Oct 2024 21:01:57 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoAnother opt-out affects La Selecta while heading into the 2nd Nations League window.  It's become a thing.  We discuss that, Dóniga's tactics, Gama's "legacy,"  and the overall appeal of watching La Selecta when playing away in the Caribbean.2449falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-bigger-fish--61313562https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61313562Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:06:06 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe road to Gold Cup 2025 starts off... "perfectly"?2290falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-accepting-the-challenge-with-pablo-punyed--60939227https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60939227Tue, 06 Aug 2024 17:54:32 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe sit down with Pablo Punyed, our 1st guest ever to talk about his comeback, staying ready, getting Concacaf'd, and his outlook for the future. 3342falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-four-points--60354832https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60354832Tue, 11 Jun 2024 21:55:01 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe winless streak is over.  La Selecta avoids disaster in Suriname by taking a 3-1 win over St. Vincent and the Grenadines.  Is it time to cheer?2556truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-opening-day--60296357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60296357Thu, 06 Jun 2024 06:23:06 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoIt's the Opening Day of the 2026 World Cup Qualifying campaign. Puerto Rico is first up, we break it down.1344falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-68-march-call-up--59035549https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59035549Wed, 13 Mar 2024 19:01:58 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoMarch brings change, and the last chance to fine tune things before qualifiers start in June.  We break it down.2424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-67-caribbean-battle-royale-2-0--58463198https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58463198Fri, 26 Jan 2024 18:59:51 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe stage is set for the next qualifying campaign. We go over the group, conclusions from Dóniga's debut against Inter de Miami and more.3021falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-66-new-year-new-coach--58316441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58316441Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:24:26 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoGuess who's coming to town? We break down the call-up list ahead of the much anticipated Selecta vs Inter Miami friendly, but also talk about another important debut taking place at El Cusca.2115falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-65-joke--58159148https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58159148Sun, 31 Dec 2023 08:26:28 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoEl chiste se cuenta solo: a timeline and breakdown of La Selecta ending up without a manager, a month prior to facing Inter Miami, and 7 months away from 2026 WCQs.1613falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-64-what-s-next-2024--57908540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57908540Mon, 04 Dec 2023 17:34:20 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoAfter closing out 2023 on a down ending, as 2024 looms, what is there to look forward to?2420falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-63-sensatez--57205479
Charlamos con un ex-capitán de La Selecta, recién retirado mediocampista de Portland Timbers, y actual técnico auxiliar de Timbers II, Andrés Flores sobre el debate de jugadores de aquí y allá, cómo afrontar un proceso cortado, y cómo ir asimilando y manejando a una Azul globalizada de cara al futuro.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57205479Thu, 12 Oct 2023 07:45:35 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe chat with former Selecta captain, former Portland Timbers midfielder, and now Timbers II Assistant Coach Andrés Flores about the abroad vs local debate, what it's like to have cycles disrupted, and how to handle a globalized national team moving...
Charlamos con un ex-capitán de La Selecta, recién retirado mediocampista de Portland Timbers, y actual técnico auxiliar de Timbers II, Andrés Flores sobre el debate de jugadores de aquí y allá, cómo afrontar un proceso cortado, y cómo ir asimilando y manejando a una Azul globalizada de cara al futuro.]]>4330falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-62-end-of-the-noble-experiment--56796583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56796583Thu, 14 Sep 2023 07:29:26 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe Hugo Pérez era comes to an end. Once again La Azul finds itself in familiar territory: coachless and disrupted. We break it down and decompress all the frustration of reliving the vicious cycle of the quick overturn of coaches. 2026 never felt so...3636truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-61-second-chances--56662883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56662883Fri, 01 Sep 2023 18:30:59 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe Squad List for Nations League matchdays 1 and 2 drops. We break it down on the CornerBlue's Third Anniversary.2933cornerblue,cornerbluepodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-60-insight-w-hugo-perez--56293205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56293205Sat, 29 Jul 2023 20:45:05 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoSelecta Manager Hugo Pérez sits down with us to discuss the Asian Tour, Gold Cup 2023, the game versus Martinique and what we can look forward to with the upcoming Nations League.5242false60fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-59-gold-cup-2023--56057958https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56057958Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:29:38 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoAs in usual CornerBlue fashion, we waited for some dust to settle before giving our 2 cents and observations on La Selecta's performance in this year's Copa Oro, and what lies ahead.3711falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-58-asian-affair--54527437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54527437Mon, 19 Jun 2023 23:40:22 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta prepares for Copa Oro in the long awaited Asian Tour, albeit on the wrong foot. All six of them. What's missing? Is this team better than in 2021?3117falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-57-the-ecosystem--53542116
#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53542116Sat, 15 Apr 2023 03:11:29 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe sit down with Diego Henríquez, former sporting director of La Selecta, and talk fútbol, his tenure with La Azul, his journey in Salvadoran soccer, and his aspirations for the future. #thiskitchoseme
#thiskitchoseme]]>6054falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-56-competent--53367102https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53367102Tue, 28 Mar 2023 15:49:58 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azul takes another L in the US. We break it down.2207falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-55-rollercoaster-w-randy-chavez--52846815https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52846815Sat, 25 Feb 2023 08:23:43 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe sit down with former radio personality and current NFL podcast producer Randy Chavez to talk about repping ES in media and how La Selecta has helped forge a connection with his parents' home country.3563false55fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-54-2022-world-cup-pt-2--52159845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52159845Mon, 12 Dec 2022 15:35:05 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe go over the WC so far, our picks to take it, reflections on CONCACAF's teams, and what that means for ES looking forward to 2023.3498truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-53-2022-world-cup-pt-1--52091823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52091823Sun, 04 Dec 2022 15:19:14 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoVAR: The Love/Hate985cornerblue,elsalvador,laselectatruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-52-assuming-the-risk--51435507https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51435507Sat, 01 Oct 2022 08:24:13 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe break down La Azul's 4-1 loss to Perú. There has to be a silver lining in anything right?3711truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-51-regulators--51281594https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51281594Fri, 16 Sep 2022 14:07:50 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe CornerBlue hits the two year mark and breaks down the current state of the Fesfut Saga, La Selecta returning to action, the LMF season being cut short, and much more.2217falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-50-apocalypse-averted--50797521https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50797521Wed, 03 Aug 2022 14:51:23 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoDespite Salvadoran Football imploding at the end of the Carrillo era, there seems to be hope at the end of the tunnel. We break it down.2657falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-49-wash-rinse-repeat--50234637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50234637Fri, 17 Jun 2022 07:57:22 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azul gets its 2nd draw in a year at home versus the Stars and Stripes. Things got messy. We break it down.3538truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-48-1st-step-2026--50080293https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50080293Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:06:25 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azul makes its debut in Concacaf's Nations League against Grenada. We go over the good, bad, and ugly.3134truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-47-we-re-all-blue-and-white--49752736https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49752736Wed, 11 May 2022 03:25:24 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe chat with Javier Mariona, recent signing of the Oakland Roots of the USL Championship, who was recently called up for La Azulita in March. He breaks down the importance of following in the footsteps of his grandfather Salvador Mariona, who played...3398falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-el-salvador-vs-guatemala-post-game-report--49543763https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49543763Mon, 25 Apr 2022 08:40:52 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoAn impromptu and brief breakdown of La Selecta's worst appearance during the Hugo Pérez era.308falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-46-turning-the-page--49451463https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49451463Sat, 16 Apr 2022 07:28:26 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe octagonal is long over, the WC group draws as well. What is there to look forward to in 2022 for La Azul? It's not all despair.2765truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-45-2026-it-is--49195105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49195105Fri, 25 Mar 2022 06:53:06 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe road to Qatar comes to an end as La Azul gets a draw in Kingston. We break down the match and look for the silver lining in a campaign filled with ups and downs.2696truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-44-continuity--48598112https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48598112Sat, 05 Feb 2022 09:09:03 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azul self-implodes and then gets Concacaf'd. We break it down and look to what's on the horizon.2733truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-43-achievement-unlocked--48552905https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48552905Wed, 02 Feb 2022 08:31:05 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azul grabs a historic dub in Honduras after a tight loss vs the US. We break it down heading into the pivotal match vs Canada at el Cusca. Will La Azul come out alive? What does it mean for La Hugoneta?3502truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-42-make-it-or-break-it--48463925https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48463925Thu, 27 Jan 2022 09:07:11 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azul's qualification hopes are still alive heading into the 1st match window in 2022, but will the US and the cold freeze it in its steps? Plus Hugo's story about meeting his Chilean counterpart, and much more!3045truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-41-winter-s-here--48217636https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48217636Sat, 08 Jan 2022 18:49:36 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoThe next matchday window of the Octa is upon us! We break it down: the camp, the cold, the convocatoria, the players on the fringe, and the new stadium. Happy New Year!3384el,salvador,usa,vstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-40-bite-the-bullet-w-gerson-perez--47642207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47642207Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:24:13 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe chat with Gerson Pérez after the two tough results against Jamaica and Panamá. Is all hope lost or what is the big picture?4934falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-39-no-time-to-bleed--47438640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47438640Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:25:30 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta meanders at the bottom of the table, but the repechaje is still in reach! Hugo and Andrés break down the head to head match-up with the Reggae Boyz and the players coming in from the UK. ¿Quien dijo miedo?2349falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-38-growing-pains--47123201https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47123201Sun, 24 Oct 2021 07:00:15 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoNow that the smoke has cleared, we break down La Azul's matches vs Costa Rica and México. It's time to hit the ground running for the next match window and make it past the growing pains.2025falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-37-dub-in-the-bag--46886462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46886462Fri, 08 Oct 2021 18:01:40 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoAfter serious questions heading into the match with Panama, La Selecta comes up big with a win, and is now within 3 points of 1st place. We break it down.1963truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-36-rise-up--46857998https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46857998Thu, 07 Oct 2021 02:08:14 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWith Panama, Costa Rica, and Mexico on the horizon, and with some question marks surrounding the starting XI, is it go time or let's get ready for 2026 time? We break it down.3158truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-35-still-early--46472552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46472552Sat, 11 Sep 2021 08:18:57 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta makes it out of the 1st qualifier window with a great result vs the US, but not so great results against Honduras and Canada. Is it time to jump ship? We break it down.2500truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-34-new-era--46357584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46357584Fri, 03 Sep 2021 08:47:38 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe sit down with former Selecta center back Steve Purdy to break down and react to La Azul's 0-0 draw with the US to open up the octagonal, to describe what it's like playing high intensity qualifiers at El Cusca, and to recall his time wearing the...3180truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-33-go-time--46257621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46257621Fri, 27 Aug 2021 07:02:19 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoFor this episode we chat with Eriq Zavaleta and talk about how joining La Azul has impacted himself as a person, career, and the upcoming match versus the US. The last leg of the road to Qatar starts here.4143el,salvador,salvi,selectatruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-32-playing-to-win--45972994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45972994Thu, 05 Aug 2021 05:08:19 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe sit down with La Selecta assistant coach Gerson Pérez to talk about his career, the Gold Cup, aiming for 2026 and the mentality shift being implemented heading into the Octagonal.4228falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-31-gold-cup-special-pt-3--45822358This episode is brought to you by Metroplex Premier League
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www.mplsoccer.com]]>2339falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-30-gold-cup-special-pt-2--45742608https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45742608Sun, 18 Jul 2021 07:46:16 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta seals its pass to the quarterfinals by beating Trinidad and Tobago, next up winning the group versus the Concacaf big dog, México. Is it time to go all out or aim for the next round instead2247falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-29-gold-cup-special-pt-1--45685515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45685515Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:41:47 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta debuts in the Gold Cup vs Guatemala, we break it down.2739falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-28-full-circle--45558017https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45558017Sat, 03 Jul 2021 01:02:43 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta goes on its Covid Survival Tour, with LA as the first stop. Hugo reflects on his first in-person experience as the official scout for la FESFUT, and we break down the list for the Gold Cup.3613falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-27-caribbean-battle-royale-part-iii--45359512
#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45359512Fri, 18 Jun 2021 18:57:53 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta clears the reformatted Concacaf first round with a 6-0 aggregate victory over St. Kitts and Nevis, but not without any consequences or aftermath. Despite it all, ES is back in the final qualifying round after a 12 year absence....
#thiskitchoseme]]>3459truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-26-caribbean-battle-royale-part-ii--45243705https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45243705Thu, 10 Jun 2021 19:13:41 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta passed the first hurdle, now it's one of six teams vying for the final three spots in the octagonal. Next on the menu: St Kitts & Nevis.3760falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-25-choices--44887609https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44887609Tue, 18 May 2021 07:54:13 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoQualifiers are up in a couple of weeks. The Gold Cup schedule has been announced. The Pérez era has begun. With the soft rebuild in full swing, and more foreign based players on the horizon, what will the Azul squad look like?2569falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-24-building-from-the-ground-up--44531257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44531257Wed, 28 Apr 2021 07:30:06 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoHugo Pérez, first week on the job as the new manager of la Selecta, talks with us about his goals, ambitions, and steps towards leaving a legacy beyond the results on the pitch.2679falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-23-the-turnaround--44464143https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44464143Sat, 24 Apr 2021 05:58:38 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoDLC is gone. Hugo Pérez is named la Selecta’s new head coach. Is this the turnaround needed to aspire to compete? We break it down.1795cornerblue,elsalvador,hugoperez,selectafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-22-another-page-turned--44123788
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44012994Tue, 23 Mar 2021 08:26:55 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Azulita’s hope remains intact as it ties 1-1 with Honduras. Now they must face Haiti, win by a few goals or go home. We break it down with 2012 U23 breakout player Richard Menjívar. linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast #thiskitchoseme
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43979238Sat, 20 Mar 2021 23:03:42 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoHugo and Andrés break down the bittersweet start to the road to Tokyo and discuss the latest developments on the Senior Team during the week. linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast #thiskitchoseme
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#thiskitchoseme]]>2633falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-podcast-episode-19-blue-madness--43769951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43769951Sat, 06 Mar 2021 22:48:13 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoPassports are in, letters to FIFA are in, Hugo and Andrés break down the latest on the U23s and their itinerary as they set off to Mexico in search of a ticket to Tokyo this summer. That and more!3164falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-18-shining-through--43664666
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43664666Sat, 27 Feb 2021 17:32:37 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe catch up with Tomás Granitto, recent CD FAS signing, about his impressions returning to play in El Salvador, playing with La Selecta, and how he almost didn't end up playing for la Azulita back in 2013. linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast #thiskitchoseme
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#thiskitchoseme]]>4428falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-17-find-a-way-to-win--43407468https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43407468Thu, 11 Feb 2021 21:07:03 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoFrom 41st and San Pedro to el Cusca. We chat with Gerson Mayén as he breaks down his career as a kid in LA to getting signed to MLS, to moving El Salvador, the difficulties and harsh realities he along with other players face making a career there...4845cornerbluepodcast,podcast,salvadoran,salvisoccer,selectafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-16-new-year-s-intentions--43229172https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43229172Mon, 01 Feb 2021 16:36:33 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe’re back, just in time to discuss the LMF Final between Alianza and Águila, the new foreign-based players showing up to U23 camp, and Tokyo getting canceled? This and more on this week’s episode.3380cornerblue,futbolsalvadoreño,salvadoransoccer,salvisoccerpodcast,selectatalentfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-15-wrapping-up-2020--42739000https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42739000Thu, 31 Dec 2020 17:53:01 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe chat with Enrico Hernández about his much anticipated debut with Vitesse in Holland, his career goals, what it's like playing FIFA with your own avatar, and tortillas with Dutch cheese... And as with any NYE we do a brindis for a more successful...3300cornerblue,vitessefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-14-nowhere-to-hide--42412295
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42412295Thu, 10 Dec 2020 08:30:11 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta got blown out by a second/thirdish string USMNT to close out the year. We break down the good, the bad, the ugly. And also, how did the US get so fn good? We chat with sportswriter and editor Nick Rosano with to find out what’s happened...
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42333809Sat, 05 Dec 2020 19:08:00 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoLa Selecta’s road to Qatar has been set. 2021 is going to be a wild ride, with trips to the Caribbean, triple match day windows, COVID still going on, and Concacaf at the helm. But first there’s the USMNT to play. linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast...
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#thiskitchoseme]]>2689cornerbluepodcast,elsalvadorpodcast,selecta,selectacuscatlecafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-12-a-match-at-last--42088639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42088639Sat, 21 Nov 2020 08:18:09 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoSo the USMNT swiped right on the Selecta, and now they’re officially set to face off in a friendly in December, for what could be its second match of the year. With how things have gone this year, we’ll take it. Hugo and Andrés break down the last...2271cornerbluepodcast,salvadoran,salvi,salvisoccer,selecta,selectatalenttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-11-be-authentic-be-yourself--41955542
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41955542Fri, 13 Nov 2020 09:30:47 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWith a rollercoaster 2020 almost over, Andrés Flores reflects on his career, including his time at River Plate as a youth player, to his return to action with the Portland Timbers, and the importance of focusing on your dreams....
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41823417Fri, 06 Nov 2020 08:59:41 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe meet Carla Portillo, a pro soccer player from Canada with Salvadoran and Filipino roots and talk about her path to playing professional ball, the challenges women’s soccer faces, playing college ball vs. playing in Europe, and the difference...
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#thiskitchoseme]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41599989Fri, 23 Oct 2020 08:11:56 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoWe check in with Richard Menjívar about how his season was impacted by COVID, his hopes for getting called up again by La Selecta, and the Roca-Primi transition, the MLS threshold + more. linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast #thiskitchosemelinktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast
#thiskitchoseme]]>4120cornerbluepodcast,salvadoransoccer,salvipodcast,salvisoccer,selectapodcastfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-8-el-diego-de-la-gente--41494443linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/41494443Fri, 16 Oct 2020 15:26:47 +0000Andrés Rico and Hugo AlvaradoHugo and Andrés reminisce about the U20 World Cup run in 2013 with Diego Coca. He breaks down some of the factors that influenced the outcome of the careers of many of the players, and what he has overcome to reach success in his own....linktr.ee/cornerbluepodcast]]>2724cornerbluepodcast,diegococa,laselectapodcast,selectapodcast,selectatalenttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cornerblue-episode-7-the-call-up--41377756
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The CONCACAF draw is set. Will the road be bumpy or smooth as the Selecta sets off for redemption after the format reset debacle?

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The CONCACAF draw is set. Will the road be bumpy or smooth as the Selecta sets off for redemption after the format reset debacle?

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