{
  "id": 17084743,
  "title": "Landon Donovan and Tim Howard refuse to dumb down the conversation on ‘Unfiltered Soccer’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/landon-donovan-and-tim-howard-refuse-to-dumb-down-the-conversation-on",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-29T16:00:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/landon-donovan-tim-howard-refuse-160032458.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Landon Donovan and Tim Howard, both veterans of U.S. men's soccer, have found success once again on the podcast 'Unfiltered Soccer.' Donovan, the record holder for U.S. men's goals, and Howard, the most decorated goalkeeper in U.S. men's soccer history, joined forces on the podcast in November 2024. The podcast quickly gained traction, amassing over 94,000 YouTube subscribers by the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.\n\nThe success of 'Unfiltered Soccer' is attributed to the duo's genuine passion for the sport and their commitment to providing informative content that fills a void in the increasingly saturated sports media landscape. Both Donovan and Howard have extensive television experience and have authored insightful memoirs, but it was their on-air chemistry that truly set them apart.\n\nThroughout the World Cup, 'Unfiltered Soccer' delivered high-quality analysis and perspective, addressing topics ranging from legal issues faced by top clubs to the experiences of coaches and owners within the sport. Their willingness to offer critical analysis and frank opinions, even when it may have been unpopular, earned them the trust and admiration of both listeners and fellow soccer media professionals.\n\nDonovan emphasized that their success on 'Unfiltered Soccer' was not driven by financial or career pressures, but rather by their love for the game and the desire to share their unique insights with fans. The podcast's authenticity and honesty have resonated with audiences, making it a go-to resource for soccer fans across the country.",
  "summary": "This article was published in conjunction with the 2026 Awful Announcing Sports Podcast Power List. To read more about the sports podcast and digital video space and the people guiding it right now, click here. Landon Donovan and Tim Howard aren’t strangers to big stages. Donovan, the all-time leading goalscorer in U.S. men’s soccer history,…",
  "key_points": [
    "Landon Donovan and Tim Howard host 'Unfiltered Soccer' podcast.",
    "Podcast gained 94,000 YouTube subscribers by end of 2026 World Cup.",
    "Success attributed to genuine passion, informative content, and on-air chemistry."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}