Kate Abdo & Tony Meola open up like NEVER before in emotional Kickin' It | Episode 21 | CBS Sports

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USMNT goalkeeping legend, MLS Champion & MVP, as well as coach Tony Meola joins Kate Abdo, Clint Dempsey, and Charlie Davies for a candid conversation about his humility, representing America, and for the first time, why he stepped away from the USMNT. They also chat about today vs back then and Tony being a bridge between the two.
00:00 - First time for everything: Jersey collection, World Cup memories, and what's hangin' on the wall.
6:39 - Getting Back: Making the team in 2002, thriving in MLS, escaping reality through the game.
11:37 - Family Matters: Tough choices, trying out for the NFL, bonuses paid.
20:20 - Achievements unlocked: 16 shutouts, MLS MVP, MLS Cup Champion.
22:39 - Now vs Then: Building up to a World Cup, the pressures of playing at home, and the impact of the old guard.
26:04 - Sacrifices and recognition: Promoting the game, opening doors, and pulling double duty.
32:20 - The ultimate forgiveness: Being released, mending relationships, and working together.
34:25 - Proud Father: Coaching the kids, new challenges, and being present.
39:20 - History - The Tab Ramos philosophy, knowing what and who came before, and the game's potential future.
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@Evolver10 Месяц назад

This has got to be some of the best soccer related content ever produced in the US. All you the hosts are great and Dempsey is so underrated, one of if not the best players in US history.

@juanmachado1844 3 месяца назад

Tony is legend. I am in my 40's and he was the 1st American GK that I saw. Tony is a good man.

@KmT81 Месяц назад

Same age ,first time I saw him was in '94 WC .Great Keeper and simple man.

@chrisjohn85 26 дней назад

This man made a 9 year old me want to become a keeper, this series is awesome.

@Elduderino-qc6nx 8 дней назад

@@chrisjohn85 Same. Him and Jorge Campos.

@michealdeangelo7452 3 месяца назад

I wish more American fans knew about our history before the MLS. While other leagues were already established and thriving, many American players played just for the love of the sport during a time of financial uncertainty. Happy to see how far the sport has come.

@drewbranch7700 3 месяца назад

Bro I remember it like it was yesterday.

@magamaga1827 Месяц назад

So true. I played in the Big East as a freshman in 1990. Lalas had played the WC that summer but had nowhere to go but back to Rutgers! Lol. I remember seeing him and thinking he was at the top of the mountain...the idea of any of us playing for a living was unheard of. It was college soccer and maybe the National team.

@blaiseragon8142 3 месяца назад

Kate Abdo is exceptional

@BlakeClass 3 месяца назад

They handled him crying really well. I hate it when hosts feel the need to immediately comfort them or offer to change the subject, which happens all the time. Glad they just let it happen and unfold.

@strathound 16 дней назад

I love this team even more seeing the human side of it.

@gkvisuals1800 14 дней назад

Na I get him. I too was a 1st gen American goalkeeper and hate speaking in the spotlight but would love to shine in goal. Its ironic but I understand him b

@dluan2153 3 месяца назад

tony meola is everything good about US soccer

@brandonhall5615 3 месяца назад

I was born in '81, so Meola and the lads from '90 and '94 were the team that brought my attention to the International game. All these years later and Meola is still proving that he is every bit the class act and kind human that I had assumed he was when I was a child. Good stuff.

@tcolley Месяц назад

For those of us who grew up around this were very lucky

@mweitz1213 3 месяца назад

Okay why was this so special 😢 what a career Tony! You left your mark man! In a generation behind you and always knew you name.

Месяц назад

A great US goal-keeper. Always had confidence he would give his absolute best.

@sojio4631 3 месяца назад

childhood hero ...and I grew up in Nigeria and was not a gk. You are a legend, Uncle Tony.

@MrBap231 Месяц назад

kate abdo was your hero? that's really sweet,

@ricopo3522 3 месяца назад

What a solid dude and a fantastic job by Kate, Clint, Charlie helping illuminate that. T. Meola is not only an absolute hero for his role helping establish the game in this country, but should be someone with a role in advancing it forward still- further sinking in our roots. Such a humble, salt of the earth, intelligent guy that gets it on the sporting level of a team, but most importantly as a human being. We desperately need expertise within US Soccer, but also people like Tony with grounding character to help mold the culture.

@joesmith4443 3 месяца назад

This is why I root for the US as an American, I remember those early days following such humble beginnings. Also love that the Football Powerhouse Nations like England still laugh at the US. It’s a chip on our shoulders as a team and a nation. The “Can Do” attitude

Месяц назад

England is not a 'powerhouse' nation. We haven't won anything in nearly 60 years. Most players, coaches and owners in England are foreigners.

@ajh7722 3 месяца назад

Tony is a class act. Love him.

@MxMnKC 3 месяца назад

As a Kansas City Wizards supporter, Tony is The GK! He's an absolute Legend for the club and an important part of our history. I had so much respect for him as a player and as a builder of this game that we love. But now I also have a huge respect for him as a person and a human being. Tony is legit. A real OG in US Soccer. Love the show and love this episode!

@sselom1031 3 месяца назад

Such a fantastic interview. Tony reminds me my childhood. I grew up in Togo and I remember waking up at midnight to watch the 1994 world cup games. I did not know much about the US team but I remember Tony was an impressive goalkeeper with his iconic jersey during that world cup. Players like Alexis Lalas, Cobi Jones, Marcelo Balboa... were the back bone of the US team. I watched all their games and was heartbroken when they in the round of 16 to Brazil.

Месяц назад

Tab Ramos was the best player.

@StevenRayGarcia Месяц назад

Charlie Davies doing the most iconic celebration after scoring at Azteca…… The Stanky Leg at the Corner flag. We were dying 😂

@raphael0226 3 месяца назад

amazing episode. Love how candid and honest everyone is. Genuinely genuine show.

@TCGTales 3 месяца назад

Tony Meola my first U.S football hero! Thanks for the great memories!

@TheGloryHunters 3 месяца назад

mine too

@amontes10 3 месяца назад

This is by far the best episode yet. Powerful, nostalgic, and full of substance. He has a great perspective and part of a generation that should be honored/remembered more often for their contribution and impact on the sport domestically. All young players coming up should have an understanding and appreciation of who Tony and his teammates were. Quality stuff and more of this, please.

@mario10zeus 14 дней назад

That 94' group was special, they played with grit and heart. Even if we lost, they gave their best.

@davidt3956 3 месяца назад

I'm glad your grandmother was in the stadium before she passed away. After would have been weird. On a serious note, that's an awesome memory.

@ParleyFamilyVideo 3 месяца назад

Amazing interview! I was such a fan of Tony in the 90’s and he’s still an amazing human being and ambassador of the American version of this great game! I love his points about working together in US Soccer and knowing our own history!

@jimmysvane837 3 месяца назад

What a greate guy, Tony. More power to you, legend.

@qsmjah 3 месяца назад

Tony is a gem of a media personality in the American soccer landscape. Great episode. As a Galaxy fan Meola pissed me tf off in the late 90s/early 00s because he was so friggin good. Had no idea how much of an OG he was at the time (the first WC I can recall watching was France ‘98).

@Handysoccersc 3 месяца назад

Galaxy was my team also . The Landon Donovan Peter veganas Herculez Gomez days

@user-rs9qi7ks7i 3 месяца назад

1994 World cup was one of the most pivotal moments in kickstarting my interest and desire to play the game. The personalities (Tony Meola, Alexi Lalas, Coby Jones ) an the rest.. I will forever be indebted to you all. Special shout out to Clint... I was in the stadium In Nuremberg when you scored against Ghana. I also saw you play in Fullham at Craven Cottage. REGION 3 REPRESENT!!! Also played against your brother a few times :) Love the podcast----- Goes without saying

@jza66 3 месяца назад

American legend! Met him and USNMT in Seoul 88. The team came to our HS on base.

@Itskevooo17 3 месяца назад

So many people across the world don't even know the impact this WC is about to have in America. Expect it to become the biggest sport in this country, and expect the next generation coming after that will breed the world class players we are waiting for. I can't wait for this country to finally appreciate this sport

@Michael-cb5nm 3 месяца назад

Just like what happened in after the US hosted in 94? It will help the game like it did then, but don’t expect it to become the biggest sport in the country based on one big spectacle.

Месяц назад

Soccer will never surpass football, baseball or basketball.

@julioguzman3687 2 месяца назад

Nothing is better than seeing those you admire be courageous enough to drop their guard. Another level of admiration. Great show.

@strathound 16 дней назад

He doesn't like telling stories about himself, but he's a GREAT storyteller. Couldn't pull myself away.

@magamaga1827 Месяц назад

Love Tony. A true OG. Back in the day, early 90s, I played with a few players that would eventually play with Tony on the RoughRiders (Armas, Rooney, a few others). A great guy.

@XC10218 16 дней назад

You could just see Tony is such a good guy. Enjoyed watching him play.

@jasondoty9730 3 месяца назад

Absolutely amazing!!! Another fabulous show!!! Got mad love for Tony. He is amazing on this episode and love the cameos on Goalazo and of course his show Counter Attack on XM 157. Meola is a legend.

@mattmoxhay750 Месяц назад

Just been binging this series. Bummed that Clint moved on and I’m assuming there won’t be any more. Kate is a phenomenal host. Love the conversations

@tcolley Месяц назад

Tony’s a legend, the first Captain America. People don’t understand, US soccer in the 90’s was wild af

@gkvisuals1800 14 дней назад

Completely. My nephew, who grew up in Jersey and playing the game with dedication and commitment who has ability to play D1 doesn’t even know who meola, harkes, Ramos is. I was shocked and disappointed- not in him but by our federation.

@patulm Месяц назад

Tony, you were an awesome keeper and a better man. Thanks for all your effort, it was great to watch and cheer you on.

@patcogni7892 29 дней назад

As a kid, Tony was MY GUY on those (usually badly overmatched) U.S. squads. I've been a lifelong fan because of guys like him & I get more emotional watching USMNT that I do for just about anything else. The main reason? It was the one sport where we were almost always the underdogs!

@dasalsakid 3 месяца назад

Deuce is scared of Tony and rightly so. 90s players were built different. literally ready to fight. generation where that would likely happen not just with players but amongst fans, poisoned water in hotels, bribing refs, a whole different world. and his hands are HUGE. literal paws. love Tony Meola.

@oneilbent5436 3 дня назад

Thank you for making these interviews happen!! It is easy to see the hard work that all of you have put into the show. Please keep them coming! I am very passionate about seeing the US do well on the World Stage. Can you please create a few episodes to talk about the following? 1. Youth development: How to create more creative, technical, and smart players. 2. The dichotomy between MLS foreign players being signed to improve the league vs. young US players starting so our home grown talent can improve. 3. The US looking at other countries player development philosophies to improve our own, i.e. Spain and Japan. Thank you all once again!

@mario10zeus 14 дней назад

This show is gold. Pleas interview more players, and keep Kate, Clint and Charlie.

@rickiversen9813 3 месяца назад

Tony Meola is a total class act and was the bedrock of our US team in the 90’s. The federations behavior and attitude is embarrassing and also the epitome of how lame they were at the time. Thank you Tony, you deserved so much better in that moment and always.

@fgriseta Месяц назад

I am really loving these segments and episodes. Keep up the great work

@NahNahNahNoWay 21 день назад

Man this show is so consistently good. Great job. Thanks for doing these. Really love them.

@fedesh883 24 дня назад

What a great show, great interviews. I've seen 3 in a row. Can't stop watching. I'm from Mexico

@e350mn 3 месяца назад

Kate is the best. Love seeing the vulnerability Kate. You always get the guys to one up and to see you be vulnerable was really nice. xoxo

@spartannole71 25 дней назад

In 1993, when I was just beginning to get into soccer, I was sitting at a table in Manta, Ecudor talking to some European folks about the upcoming W.C. in '94. They had high praise for Tony.

@ericbillies1569 Месяц назад

This is a fantastic format for interviewing game I love - Kate is a fabulous host and has a terrific cast in Clint and Charlie. Tony was a beast, warrior, trail-blazer and hero for American soccer - and as humble as they come. Loved this episode.

@brentward3082 23 дня назад

I just tripped on on these shows/podcasts yesterday. Fantastic! When Clint Dempsey spoke about his expectations for his oldest Daughter, it got me. My Family was raised in Brasil, and have lived working in this game our entire life. I have had/often still do “too high of expectations. The first time my Brother, saw my 6 year-old Son/his Nephew playing, he got up, said, embarrassing, and walked away. My Brother has coached for a living, his entire life, and has never been back to watch his Nephew play.

@joebirdwelljr629 3 месяца назад

Such a fantastic interview. Tony is a legend and always will be a legend of football in this country. I am happy to see him still involved in the sport....

@normandog35 3 месяца назад

1994 is when it started for me!

@drewbranch7700 3 месяца назад

Say that again,my first World Cup.

@chrisjohn85 26 дней назад

These long form, intimate talks are refreshing. It really helps us understand these stars as human beings with unique insights.

@gkvisuals1800 14 дней назад

Tony’s adidas predator GK jersey in 94’ WC was legendary, I’d keep that one!

@robbiebalboa 15 дней назад

Wow I didn’t know he played NFL for a season. What a G.

@Yoflan09 3 месяца назад

Great interview, massive respect 🫡 to Tony for the man he is…I relate to Clint so much saying Tony better man than him and the way he is w/ his daughter playing. Hope I can be more like Tony! 🙌🏼

@Theneckofthrogs 3 месяца назад

BRIGHTON & HOVE ALBION LEGEND! 💙 I have his jersey, wish he’d sign it someday 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

@dirks6550 3 месяца назад

Good interview. Open, honest and raw. Hope the US can keep climbing up.

@sswinney 3 месяца назад

When does part 2 come out? For real. Bring Meola back for more

@paulrisdall Месяц назад

Watching this after Wynalda’s episode, and thinking how completely different those two individuals are. Meola is truly a class act.

@dougsdiecast608 Месяц назад

Great discussions about the grass roots of US Soccer. I remember watching Tony play fr LI Roughriders & Metrostars. Glad to have him as such a positive spokesperson for US Soccer.

@Elduderino-qc6nx 8 дней назад

I love this show. They need to get all the old players on. I want to hear from all of them. Where's Thomas Dooley at?

@michaelengstrom4955 Месяц назад

Love you Kate, your daddy is so proud of you !!!! Tony love you, thanks for what you've done for soccer !! Clint n Chuck Wagon you're are great team !!!! Lot's love,,, been in soccer IL for over 48 yrs,, Love ya guyz... MJ Westmont IL

@zagoista1 3 месяца назад

Legends

@StevenRayGarcia Месяц назад

These segments are great. Especially with the “OG” 90’s and Y2K USMNT players. Great perspectives behind the crest and behind the scenes. Great choices for the hostess and former payers as well.

@alphonse8144 Месяц назад

i love this series

@scottsong20 Месяц назад

Best episode! Tony is a great human being!

@cschmied2079 Месяц назад

Tony is the best. Such a legend.

@williamthompson2941 Месяц назад

Tony, a REAL legend

@marcofujimoto 3 месяца назад

Y'all put on a helluva show. I love it

@drewbranch7700 3 месяца назад

As a kid who grew in that period and also sharing the same sentiments as Deuce about how we North Americans/US are perceived about soccer/fútbol.

@MrGVUnited Месяц назад

I would love to see a show with a handful of players from the 94 team together.

@pf6797 3 месяца назад

Tony!!!

@BobbyNotBrown 3 месяца назад

I love this show!

@richardsanchez8465 3 месяца назад

Legend 🔥👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

@TheFabrizioNYC 3 месяца назад

This episode was great, people at the US federation should get this guy a job

@michaelcicciarelli1742 10 дней назад

Tony's also the world famous Concafa SC manager

@chadmcclelland5668 3 месяца назад

OK where is the ‘love’ button?

@patrick4662 3 месяца назад

I do like Tony in the media a lot. I hope to see more of him. And I can tell a lot of people like this content. But Tony, Jesse, Clint before that, I think Charlie and Thierry too. This pod has become the freaking water works show! Is this kicking it or the view??

@gkvisuals1800 14 дней назад

Our youth generation who love and play the game doesn’t know a lot of these 90s WC guys who paved the way and it’s astounding. They know Messi, and the bunch but not USA legends and that is 💯on USSF.

@MrHoojaszczyk 3 месяца назад

Great episode!

@Canev821 3 месяца назад

I really like Tony

@fedorjmb 2 месяца назад

from south american ..greetings..luv the show...one thing is left you gotta play the south american teams or europeans teams more often and consistenly and that's it...

@wagfinpis 3 месяца назад

Tony Meola!

@cassandraburgess-alex9378 3 месяца назад

I'm embarrassed that I didn't know him but now I do. He was a legend and a beast in the box!!! 💯

@davidt3956 3 месяца назад

Luckily, times seem to be changing and athletes are being allowed to deal with personal issue and not be told to "tough it out." Whatever it was, Tony, sorry you had to go through it.

@chadg9499 3 месяца назад

Tony, "No Host team has ever not made it to the next round"... South Africa, "Hold my beer".

@drewbranch7700 3 месяца назад

I think he meant previously to them at that time.

@mexicangator Месяц назад

that is what is missing from these current players is that chip on their shoulder to prove ppl wrong, they have had everything paved for them, they don't have that desire to prove ppl wrong

@peaceonearthnow 3 месяца назад

In 1994 I was given a hamster. I named it Tony Meola 🐹🐁🐭

@Eindacor_DS Месяц назад

SUPPORT THE USL!!!! Great league with a high level of play. Fan culture is (in my experience) way better and more homegrown/organic than the MLS. It's less about professional sports as a spectacle and more about the beautiful game and the culture that charges it.

@Sith-ari100 3 месяца назад

Don’t know about this guy but the way he talks about adversity & not being part of the problem in us soccer is very commendable, us soccer should be made up of people solely like him we’d make insane progress in 3-5 yrs max

@campionatotv3477 3 месяца назад

Believe it or not Tony’s parents are from the same town in Italy my father is. I’m told we are relatives

@johnnygober6044 Месяц назад

What makes this a Texas edition? I don’t get why they said that at the beginning.

@history43487 Месяц назад

Watching this interview, plus Arena's, plus Wynalda's, there's a common theme - the US Soccer Federation is messed up.

Месяц назад

There's no crying in football!

@DonzeJ 3 месяца назад

No disrespect to Tony, he's a legend and I watched him play live on TV when I was growing up. But Tonys proportions, his build is wild. Dude is wide as hell, the man doesnt trim his nails. They drag.

@walabok1269 3 месяца назад

what a gem of an episode. So deep. Thanks for let us in on who you are. God bless! Still remember Tony with the poney tail at WC'90

@ernestogasulla7763 Месяц назад

The US might be the only country where players who never won anything significant at international level are called "legends".

@overthoughtandunderstated 3 месяца назад

Got to take a few shots on this guy in a 5-a-side goal well after ge retired. I scored 0. UNCLE TONYYYYYYYYYY

@wackybadger 24 дня назад

In the vein of The Colbert Report, is US Soccer a terrible organization or the most terrible organization?

@VenturaIT 18 дней назад

when are people going to figure it out that the it's the federation that is the problem, just listen to what they did to this guy and then realize they did something like this to almost every player, the federation is toxic

@jbkg5898 20 дней назад

Folks, these are former soccer players who don't have any other skills so they glom on to media. It's all they have left. It's sad, really. It was fun watching them at the time. But now decade(s) later it's sad.