With 2026 here, we continue our three-part countdown of the 25 biggest soccer moments of the last 25 years. On this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar dive into Part 2 of 3, covering moments 15 - 6; where dominance, underdog stories, and game-changing shifts in the sport take center stage.

This middle chapter features last-second title winners, historic international runs, league-altering signings, and moments that reshaped how the game is played and viewed around the world.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Sergio Aguero’s last-second Premier League title winner (2012)

• Bayer Leverkusen’s historic unbeaten season (2024)

• USA Women’s National Team winning back-to-back World Cups (2015 & 2019)

• Spain’s Euro–World Cup–Euro dominance (2008–2012)

• Brazil winning their 5th World Cup (2002)

• David Beckham signing with LA Galaxy and changing MLS forever (2007)

• FC Porto’s Champions League triumph under José Mourinho (2004)

• Real Madrid’s historic three-peat Champions League run (2016–2018)

• The introduction of VAR and how it changed the game (2018)

• Greece’s shocking Euro 2004 victory — one of the greatest upsets ever

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25 Biggest Soccer Moments of the Last 25 Years | Part 1 of 3

With 2026 here, we’re officially closing the first quarter of the century — so on this episode of Pitch Report, Mario & Amilcar kick off a three-part series counting down the 25 biggest soccer moments of the last 25 years (2001–2025).

This is Part 1 of 3 (Moments 25–16), featuring iconic debuts, historic World Cup runs, game-changing transfers, and unforgettable moments that helped define modern soccer.

In this episode, we discuss:
•Cristiano Ronaldo’s pro debut
•Lionel Messi’s pro debut
•Neymar’s record-breaking transfer to PSG
•South Korea’s historic 2002 World Cup run
•Kansas City Current building a dedicated women’s soccer stadium
•Morocco’s World Cup semifinal run
•Ronaldo’s move to Saudi Arabia and the new money era
•Manchester City’s takeover and the modern power shift
•Zidane’s infamous 2006 World Cup final headbutt
•Portugal winning Euro 2016

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SDFC advances to the Western Conference Semi-Finals with a resounding 4–0 win over the Portland Timbers. Snapdragon was electric, the goals were flowing, and the guys break down all the playoff chaos before checking in on how their MLS Cup brackets are holding up heading into a massive showdown with Minnesota.

Then it’s time for the fashion show: the new Adidas 2026 World Cup home kits have dropped, and Mario and Amilcar rank their favorites — all in our first-ever video episode!

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San Diego FC’s playoff dreams take a painful turn in Soccer City, USA. Mario and Amilcar break down the dramatic loss to the Portland Timbers in a crushing penalty shootout.

Then, the guys dive into the first half of UEFA Champions League games this week— Real Madrid’s stumble, Bayern Munich’s dominance, and PSG’s injuries.

And in lighter news: MLS names Anders Dreyer Newcomer of the Year… but someone at CBS accidentally used Luca de la Torre’s picture instead creating one one of the funniest mix-ups of the season.

Plus: the ongoing saga of Manchester United’s “haircut guy” (@theunitedstrand).

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San Diego FC make history with their first-ever playoff win, and Amilcar was there for all of it. Anders Dreyer scores, Chucky sits in “timeout,” and a late Portland red turns it into a thriller.

Then: Clásico fallout—big talk, bigger tempers, and why the rivalry is must-watch again.

Finally: Manchester United’s three straight (@theunitedstrand haircut watch ON), Forest up next with Spurs circled.

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Mario returns to defend his team’s honor as both Manchester United and Barcelona grab much-needed wins over the weekend — but with huge matches on the horizon, the pressure’s just beginning.

San Diego FC clinch first place in the West, becoming only the second expansion team ever to do it. The guys break down what this means for SDFC’s playoff outlook and how the team stacks up against the league’s best heading into the postseason.

Plus, a Champions League preview, El Clásico talk, Morocco’s U-20 World Cup triumph, and Graham Potter’s surprising new role as Sweden’s national team coach.

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This episode dives into the international break, tracking which nations have secured World Cup spots and whether Italy will finally make it back after missing the last two. We discuss the biggest surprises of qualifying, including Brazil’s unexpected struggles, and check in on the U-20 World Cup with standout stories. The conversation also tackles the debate around MLS continuing play during the break and whether it affects their global credibility. Finally, we break down Gilberto Mora’s transfer market outlook, which clubs are showing interest, and how his next move could shape his future.

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We open with Gilberto Mora’s decision, who’s at the table, the real stay-vs-move tradeoffs, and why timing matters more than sticker price. From there, we sweep the U-20 World Cup: surprise group leaders, undercooked heavyweights, breakout prospects, and the trends shaping it, high press, transition chaos, and a set-piece arms race, plus which sides look built for knockouts. We then pivot to the Lamine Yamal injury/call-up debate, balancing player welfare with national duty and what better club-FA communication should look like for a 17-year-old phenom. We wrap with Cristiano Ronaldo’s $1.4B milestone, separating the brand engine from on-pitch output, what’s durable, and what it signals for the next wave of superstar empires.

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