Looking Back at World Soccer Weekly
Circa 2002 - 2006
Launched in May 2002, Soccer Weekly, Inc. was the leading producer of English language soccer related radio programming in the US. Their properties included 6 original weekly shows comprising over 12 hours per week of original programming as well as live play by play.
Content is from the site's 2002 -2006 archived pages.
The new owners of this domain wanted to retain the look of the original site as a tribute to the great service this site provided its followers. Sure do miss you.
Soccer Weekly, Inc., headed by CEO Steven Cohen and President Nick Geber, is based in Redondo Beach, Calif., and produces "World Soccer Daily" on weekdays from 10 a.m. PT - noon PT on Sirius Satellite Radio channel 125.
Nick Geber and Steven Cohen, based in Los Angeles, California, are hosts of the World Soccer Weekly radio show. The quick-witted duo educated us Yanks on the beautiful game of football every weekday, Monday through Friday,
10am PT - 12pm PT
Nick and Steven are also the hosts of the television program FOX Football Fone-In on FOX Soccer Channel, every Tuesday at 5pm PT.
If you don't have it, GET IT!
NICK & STEVEN
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From my life: My father is an avid football fan- English football that is. He faithfully listened to the Soccer Weekly radio show from its inception till is stopped. When he moved into an assisted living facility in Bel Air Maryland close by to where I live, he was concerned he wouldn't find anyone who shared his passion for the English soccer league teams. Liverpool FC England is his favorite team. They also happened to be ranked #1 in 2020, which my father always reminds me when I visit him at Hart Heritage Estates. It never ceases to amaze me that my elderly father who is in his nineties, have become computer savvy. He has his favorite websites that I have bookmarked for him so all he does is click a tab on his top nav if he wants to check out the news. Several of the aids at the nursing home are from England and also fans. I have gotten him the Hulu With Live TV, streaming service so he can actually watch English Premier League (EPL) live matches. I also paid for NBC Sports Premier League Pass, which only gives him access to about 130 live streamed games out of the typically 380 games played per season. He is trying this service out to see if it worth the extra money for the season. My father as well as I have been very happy with the Forest Hill home for seniors location. The facility is located on 6.5 acres of park-like grounds which are lovely for strolls. I have even put a pair of binoculars next to the window in my father's room so he can check out the birds and wild life that are on the property. However, during the football season I think he spends more time watching the games than looking out his window at birds! I'd like to give a shout out to Hart Heritage Estates. If you are looking for a senior living facility in the Bel Air area of Maryland, (they have 2 such residential care facilities) go to their website: HartHeritageAssistedLiving.com to learn more.
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Soccer Weekly, Inc is the EXCLUSIVE English language radio rights holder for the Barclaycard English Premier League. During the 03/04 season SWI broadcast 36 match weeks to the North American market.
Soccer Weekly, Inc. programming has the largest nationwide distribution of soccer related programming in North America. With Major markets such as New York, Southern California, Chicago, Boston, Seattle and more. see below for a list of major markets.
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This Saturday, Big Soccer Radio Weekend is LIVE from Niketown in Beverly Hills, CA!!! Tune in via the Sports Byline USA network or the Ticket1540AM in Los Angeles! Live at 7PM PT/10PM ET
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This Sunday don't miss our SPECIAL LIVE PREGAME BROADCAST for the Man U/Club America game at the LA Coliseum. We'll be broadcasting from gate 4 of the Coliseum from 2-4PM Come by and say hello and remember to listen on 1540AM The Ticket!
On Monday, July 28th we'll be broadcasting World SOccer Weekly LIVE from Nevada Smith's in New York. Come by and say hi and tune in to WSNR 620AM in New York or 1540AM The Ticket in Los Angeles!
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- EXCLUSIVE FEATURE!! John Oshea - Wunderkid!
- EXCLUSIVE!! Clint Mathis on work ethic, the Metrostars and more...
- EXCLUSIVE! WSW interviews David Moyes on McBride, Everton and being a Premiership Manager!
- EXCLUSIVE! WSW interviews Arsenal's Arsene Wenger on the double, the trophies and American sports!
- EXCLUSIVE! WSW interviews Arsenal defender Sol Campbell on coming to America !
- Kanu to the Lakers????
- Arsenal Manager Arsene Wenger on the talent in the USA
- Charlton Athletic Captain Chris Powell on the MLS and coming to America...
- EXCLUSIVE! Brian McBride on the MLS, Everton, Roonaldo and more....
- Andy Cole to the MLS?
- The Sun Moon World Peace King Cup? That's more like it!
- The Search for the Arsenal Mystery Man
- Have Leeds exported its homegrown “dirty bomb” elsewhere?
- Hear February 9th's Interview with Bruce Arena
- Racism in football? You won't believe this!
Partial Major Market Listing
Los Angeles
Phoenix
Cleveland
New York
Seattle
Portland
Boston
Minneapolis
Austin
Chicago
Omaha
Tulsa
San Diego
Las Vegas
Winston/Salem
Cincinatto
Columbus
Philadelphia
Vancouver BC
Nashville
Salt Lake City
*not all programming clears all markets
Our Broadcast Partners
Sirius Satellite Radio
Sporting News Radio
Sports Byline Radio
American Forces Radio
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
Real Media
Advertising Opportunities are available
Contact Us:
Soccer Weekly, Inc.
1874 South Pacific Coast Highway
Suite 365
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Ph: (310) 373-8372 Fax: (310) 943-32293
www.worldsoccerweekly.com
Inquiries:
nick@worldsoccerweekly.com
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The original radio hooligans, Steven Cohen (left) and Nick Geber (right) have been terroririzing the airwaves of America since 2002! Lifelong fans of the game they are responsible for bringing the passion for the world game to an American audience.
First hitting the airwaves on Fox Sports Radio in Los Angeles, World Soccer Weekly has fast become the nations most talked about and respected soccer show. Featuring the biggest names in the game worldwide, World Soccer Weekly is now heard nationwide in syndication.
World Soccer Weekly can be heard every Monday night from 8PM - 11PM PT (11PM-2AM ET) throughout the year
How to Listen to World Soccer Weekly
WSNR 620AM New York
American Forces Radio
WWZN 1510AM Boston
Sports Byline Radio
TEAM 1040AM Vancouverv BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
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GOT A QUESTION FOR STEVEN OR NICK OR A COMMENT FOR THE SHOW?
email: swistudios@sbcglobal.net or call in LIVE 866-925 8255Weekly
Show Archives
July 26, 2004
July 12, 2004
July 19, 2004
July 5, 2004
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BigSoccer Wednesday
Bringing their unique blend of humor and an insider's knowledge of the game, hosts Steven Cohen and Nick Geber cover the world's most popular sport every Wednesday from 1PM to 3PM ET.
For Cohen and Geber, the chance to take their show to a national audience represents the opportunity of a lifetime. "We cover soccer from the fan's perspective. We understand how much the game has changed and it's our job to give every listener a 'behind the scene' sense of those aspects of a match that have transformed soccer into a truly world-wide phenomenon. There's no other show in the US where fans can have an opportunity to talk to some of the biggest names in the game."
From Major league Soccer to the English Premier League and beyond, Big Soccer Wednesday brings you some of the biggest names in soccer from the US and Europe. So whether your team is the Chicago Fire or Arsenal, there's only one place on the dial to tune into Big Soccer Wednesday on the Sports Byline USAnetwork.
Big Soccer Wednesday can be heard every Wednesday from 10AM - 1PM PT (1PM-4PM ET) throughout the year
How to Listen to BigSoccer Wednesday
Sirius Satellite Radio
American Forces Radio
Sports Byline Radio
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
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Futbol Latin America
A first of its kind in English, Futbol Latin America brings you all the news and opinions about football South of the border. Hosted by Fox Sports International's John Laguna and K-WHY TV's Jaime Motta, Futbol Latin America keeps you in touch with some of the greatest leagues and personalities in the game - all in a language you understand!
Futbol Latin America can be heard every Wednesday at 6PM - 8PM PT (9PM -11PM ET) throughout the year.
How to Listen to Futbol Latin America
Sirius Satellite Radio
American Forces Radio
Sports Byline Radio
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
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The Treble
THE FEMALE PERSPECTIVE ON THE GAME! 3 American girls (from left to right Diana, Jennifer and Nicolle) tell you how they see the game, life and Totti!! Not only are these girls entertaining but they also posses a wealth of knowledge about the "beautiful game!!" Join Diana, Jennifer and Nicolle for two hours of unique sports entertainment! - only on the World Soccer Weekly Radio Network
he Treble can be heard every Tuesday night from 6PM - 8PM PT (9PM-11PM ET) throughout the year
The Treble
BigSoccer Radio (Internet)
Apple iTunes
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WORLD SOCCER DAILY IS HERE!!
Tune in weekdays 8am - 10am PT/11am-1pm ET. Available on Sirius Satellite Radio (122), the Sports Byline Radio Network or any of our Internet Partners listed on the right
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Chelsea FC has donated a signed shirt to be raffled to raise funds for the Katrina/Rita relief funds. The shirt was signed by the entire team after the Anderlecht game and comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. Pictures of the shirt and how to donate can be found by clicking here. | |
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WERE GIVING AWAY TICKETS ON OUR BMI MANCHESTER GETAWAY COMPETITION! Answer the questions correctly and you'll be entered towin 2 tickets to Manchester courtesy of bmi airlines - serving Manchester from Las Vegas, Washington Dulles and Chicago O'Hare. 6 Simple questions answered correctly and you and a friend could be on your way to Manchester! Stay tuned for the next competition! |
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JOIN NICK AND STEVEN ON FOX FOOTBALL FRIDAY! Nick and Steven grace the small screen every Friday from 8-9PM PT only on the Fox Soccer Channel.Call in to the show 1-866-FOX-FANS or email atfoxfootballfriday@foxsoccer.com. Don't be a numpty - tune in to Nick and Steven and make your Fridays a day to remember - TGIF!! |
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AN ENGLISHMAN IN LA? Music and football, football and music - have it any way you want but don't miss Graham Bell's "An Englishman In LA" now playing throughout the day on the World Soccer Weekly Radio Network. Got a request? Send an email to Graham! It's all about the passion for the game - so tune in today! | |
More Background On WorldSoccerWeekly.com
WorldSoccerWeekly.com served as the digital home for one of the most influential soccer radio brands in early 21st-century American sports media. Active primarily in the early to mid-2000s, the website functioned as both a programming hub and a cultural meeting place for U.S. fans eager for serious, global football coverage at a time when such content was scarce in mainstream American media.
The site was closely associated with the World Soccer Weekly radio network, a pioneering English-language soccer broadcasting operation that delivered in-depth analysis, live match coverage, interviews, and fan engagement well before podcasts and streaming normalized niche sports media. Today, WorldSoccerWeekly.com stands as a preserved digital artifact—maintained in tribute form—reflecting a formative era in American soccer fandom.
Historical Context: Soccer Media in the United States
To understand the importance of WorldSoccerWeekly.com, it is necessary to recall the American soccer media landscape of the late 1990s and early 2000s. Prior to the explosion of cable sports networks, social media, and on-demand streaming, consistent coverage of international football was difficult to find in the United States.
Major European leagues such as the English Premier League, La Liga, and Serie A were largely absent from American television schedules. Match broadcasts were limited, delayed, or relegated to specialty channels. Print coverage was sporadic, and internet soccer journalism was still emerging.
World Soccer Weekly filled this gap by treating global football not as a novelty, but as a serious sport worthy of dedicated analysis, debate, and community engagement. The website extended this mission online.
Founding and Ownership
WorldSoccerWeekly.com originated as part of the broader Soccer Weekly, Inc. media operation. The company was led by co-founders and on-air hosts Steven Cohen and Nick Geber, both British expatriates based in Southern California. Their lived experience with football culture in the United Kingdom shaped the editorial tone and authenticity of the brand.
The company was headquartered in Redondo Beach, California, placing it within the larger Los Angeles media ecosystem. This location proved strategic, allowing access to radio networks, television studios, and a growing West Coast soccer audience.
While the original operational ownership ceased active broadcasting in the mid-2000s, later custodians of the domain elected to preserve the original design and archived material as a digital memorial to the show’s legacy.
Purpose and Goals of the Website
WorldSoccerWeekly.com had several clear objectives:
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Serve as the central information hub for World Soccer Weekly radio programming
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Provide schedules, station listings, and listening options
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Promote live broadcasts, special events, and remote shows
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Host archives of past episodes and interviews
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Share exclusive soccer news, opinion, and commentary
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Encourage fan participation through call-ins and email engagement
Unlike modern content-heavy sports sites, the site was not driven by click volume or advertising algorithms. Instead, it functioned as an extension of broadcast media—supporting live radio rather than replacing it.
Programming and Content Structure
The site prominently featured the World Soccer Weekly radio schedule, which at its height included more than a dozen hours per week of original programming. Shows covered a wide range of soccer topics and regions, including:
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English Premier League analysis
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Major League Soccer developments
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European club competitions
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Latin American football coverage
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International tournaments and friendlies
Specialty programs expanded the network’s reach, offering distinct perspectives such as fan-focused debate shows, region-specific coverage, and even female-led commentary programs—unusual for sports radio at the time.
The website acted as a guide to this ecosystem, listing broadcast times, markets, and access points across AM radio, satellite radio, and early internet streaming platforms.
Broadcast Reach and Distribution
One of the defining features of World Soccer Weekly was its extensive distribution network. The program aired across major U.S. markets including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Boston, Seattle, and beyond. It also reached listeners internationally through internet streams and American Forces Radio.
The website documented partnerships with satellite radio providers, national sports radio syndicates, and emerging digital audio platforms. This multi-channel approach helped World Soccer Weekly become one of the most widely distributed soccer radio programs in North America during its peak years.
Exclusive Rights and Industry Significance
A major milestone in the organization’s history was its acquisition of exclusive English-language radio rights to the English Premier League for North America during the early 2000s. This positioned Soccer Weekly, Inc. as a serious rights-holding broadcaster rather than merely a commentary outlet.
WorldSoccerWeekly.com played a key role in promoting this coverage, highlighting live match broadcasts, pre-game shows, and special weekend programming. For American fans, the site became a trusted destination for learning when and how to follow top-flight English football.
Audience and Community
The World Soccer Weekly audience was notably diverse. It included:
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Longtime European football supporters living in the U.S.
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American fans discovering global soccer for the first time
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Immigrants and expatriates seeking coverage in English
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Military listeners accessing broadcasts overseas
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Younger fans influenced by the growing visibility of the sport
The site reinforced this community by encouraging listener participation. Call-in numbers, email addresses, and event invitations were prominently displayed, fostering a sense of belonging long before social media platforms centralized fan interaction.
Editorial Voice and Style
WorldSoccerWeekly.com mirrored the tone of its flagship radio show: informed, passionate, irreverent, and unapologetically opinionated. The hosts were known for sharp wit, heated debates, and a willingness to challenge both callers and conventional wisdom.
This authenticity distinguished the brand from sanitized sports coverage. The website did not shy away from controversial topics such as racism in football, governance scandals, or the commercialization of the game. These discussions contributed to its credibility among serious fans.
Media and Press Recognition
Over time, World Soccer Weekly earned recognition as one of the most respected soccer media voices in the United States. The success of the radio program led to television appearances and spin-off shows on dedicated soccer networks.
The website chronicled these developments, reinforcing the brand’s authority and serving as a reference point for journalists, producers, and fans seeking expert commentary.
Cultural and Social Impact
WorldSoccerWeekly.com occupies an important place in American soccer history. It represents a transitional moment between traditional broadcast radio and the digital sports media ecosystem that followed.
The site helped normalize daily soccer discussion in the U.S., paving the way for later developments such as:
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Soccer-specific podcasts
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Online supporter communities
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Dedicated digital news outlets
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Expanded television coverage of global leagues
For many fans, World Soccer Weekly was their first sustained exposure to international football analysis presented with depth and respect.
Design and User Experience
From a design perspective, WorldSoccerWeekly.com reflected early-2000s web aesthetics: structured navigation, text-forward layouts, and functional rather than decorative visuals. While modest by modern standards, the site prioritized clarity and accessibility.
The decision by later domain owners to preserve the original look underscores its historical value. Rather than modernizing the interface, they chose to honor the site as a time capsule of early digital sports culture.
Reviews and Fan Sentiment
Although formal online review platforms were less prevalent during the site’s active years, anecdotal fan responses consistently highlight loyalty, nostalgia, and gratitude. Many listeners credit World Soccer Weekly with deepening their understanding of the sport and connecting them to a wider football community.
Personal stories—often involving family listening traditions or discovery of the sport through the show—underscore the emotional resonance of the brand.
Decline and Transition
As media consumption habits shifted in the mid-2000s, the economics of syndicated radio changed. Increased competition, rising rights costs, and the emergence of new digital formats contributed to the eventual winding down of active operations.
Rather than disappearing entirely, WorldSoccerWeekly.com transitioned into a legacy site. Its continued existence allows fans and researchers to revisit a formative chapter in U.S. soccer media history.
Legacy and Long-Term Influence
WorldSoccerWeekly.com remains significant not because it is active, but because of what it represents. It demonstrates how passionate, knowledgeable broadcasters helped build an audience for global football in a challenging media environment.
Many practices that are now standard—daily soccer talk, fan-driven debate, cross-platform distribution—were pioneered or popularized by World Soccer Weekly. The website stands as documentary evidence of that innovation.
WorldSoccerWeekly.com is more than an archived sports website. It is a record of a cultural shift, a community hub for early American soccer fans, and a testament to the power of dedicated niche media.
By combining authoritative analysis, wide distribution, and genuine passion for the game, World Soccer Weekly helped transform how soccer was understood and appreciated in the United States. The preservation of its website ensures that this legacy remains accessible to future generations of fans, historians, and media scholars.