Tony Meola on U.S. Goalkeepers, Pressure of the World Cup and Kearny Memories

Tony Meola on U.S. Goalkeepers, Pressure of the World Cup and Kearny Memories

Author: iHeartPodcasts January 7, 2026 Duration: 50:30

Tom and Tab welcome in their first guest, USMNT legend and one of New Jersey's finest Tony Meola. Tony and Tab talk about growing up in Kearny NJ, and how the soccer loving town played a role in their development. Then they discuss their plans for building a professional team in Kearny in the near future. Tony talks about why Tab is the greatest USMNT midfielder of all-time, and goes deep on the pressure Matt Freese will be facing at the World Cup this summer. Plus, Tony talks about his worst mistake on the biggest stage and how he handled everything. 

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