Sam and Otis discuss how the Leagues Cup fits into the North American landscape, what reforms could look like, and what it means for those participating. Next, Sam talks Luis Palma and his move to Poland, they discuss the futures of the region's two top prospects, and end the show with a CONCACAF thought exercise with a Brazilian twist.

"That's so CONCACAF" moment of the week, Cartagines' tweet: The original tweet has been deleted, but their apology remains! https://x.com/Cartagines/status/1950373392294555688

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Welcome to CONCACHAT, a podcast dedicated to covering world football's craziest region, made by co-hosts Sam Mohan Lewin and Otis Lyons. In this episode, we preview the 2025 CONCACAF Central American Cup group stage, give insight into the 20 clubs participating, and predict the tournament champions.

We discuss Alajuelense's incredible record in the two previous editions of this tournament, Alberth Elis and Honduran favorites Olimpia, and Saprissa's depth. On the flip side, we ask if Verdes FC will earn Belize its first ever point in the competition, and explore the history of Cartagines and CD Hercules -- stories you would find only in CONCACAF.

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