Hello, readers of The Mane Land and listeners of our podcasts. Before you start reading this, please note that the most important part of this post is at the end. So, don’t stop until you get to the bottom.
You may recall that when we left SBNation to become independent, we really weren’t sure the best way to go about that. Many of our readers and listeners generously offered to help us make that transition, but we still weren’t sure the best path forward, so we took a poll.
The poll was pretty much split down the middle between those who preferred a one-time, Kickstarter-style campaign (which we did, and those of you who stepped up to help completely blew us away!) and those who favored a Patreon-style, subscription-based membership with extra perks. In fact, the member subscriptions option got a few more votes in our poll.
The folks who took part in our GoFundMe fundraiser were fantastic and are now immortalized on this very site on the “Our Founders” page. But we had always planned to give folks the option to choose whichever method of support they preferred and we tried to communicate that throughout the process. It took a little longer than expected to get up and running, but our membership subscription program is now in place! (You may notice the fancy new banner ad about it on the home page, echoed below.)
Part of that delay was thinking up something that didn’t encroach on the benefits we gave our Founders. Those folks helped us get started and deserve the exclusivity of the perks they got. The other part of the delay is that there just aren’t enough hours in the day. (However, for you guys, I’m willing to be cloned.)
We have utilized the popular Buy Me a Coffee platform to run this program. You can find the basics here. The Mane Land premium membership program includes three tiers of membership, as well as the option to click on the “Support” tab for those who just want to help us out whenever, without joining the program or adding any recurring “appointment-based” payments to their budgets. We love that feature of Buy Me a Coffee (or “Buy Us a Beer” in our case…you drink what you like).
For those who do choose to become members, we hope we have provided value and we are planning to add benefits along the way, in addition to providing special giveaways, events, etc. (more on that below). We have also provided subscription options — with monthly or annual memberships. The annual cost essentially gives you 12 months for the price of 10.
Current Benefits
The current membership benefits depend on which level of support you choose — Homegrown Player, TAM Player, or Designated Player level. Each level includes all benefits from the lower tiers, with additional benefits for each higher level.
Homegrown Player: This is a basic set-it-and-forget-it level of support for The Mane Land, providing a way for our readers and podcast listeners to contribute to the success of TML‘s independence goals. We want to compensate our current volunteers, replace lost income of those who previously received small stipends from being part of the SBNation network, add photographers, attract new writers, and expand our coverage. Additionally, each Homegrown Player Level member will be recognized in a Lion Links column, which is still typically our most widely read post of each day and one of the top daily links columns among soccer sites. Homegrown Player Level members will also be included in any future prize drawings we have or events we host and may be subject to future benefits as they are added.
TAM Player: In addition to Homegrown Player benefits, TAM Players will receive a new weekly e-newsletter in their inbox (unless you opt out…some people hate email). These will be informal missives from myself, other TML writers, or a combination, discussing what’s on our mind regarding Orlando City, the Pride, OCB, or soccer in general. Think of it as an extra post from our site that may cover multiple topics. Additionally, you’ll get a 10% discount from our web shop items that we control (presently, that means everything except our listed MLS Shop items). We will definitely have more benefits coming for this level soon and will look for opportunities to include additional benefits as they become available.
Designated Player: This limited availability level of support includes all perks from the Homegrown and TAM levels, but it goes beyond. Your discount at our webshop (for items we control) will be 15% off. Additionally, we’ll send you Zoom links to watch us “make the doughnuts” whenever we record the podcast. This includes when we interview guests. You’ll see how the sausage is made behind the scenes and everything that we say, some of which will end up on the cutting room floor before the final podcast is sent out. This includes both The Mane Land PawedCast and SkoPurp Soccer: An Orlando Pride PawedCast. And after two months of membership you can commission a bonus episode of either podcast simply by letting us know what topic you want us to cover. Think of this as an extended Ask Us Anything. We’ll do a whole show about your topic and you can even join us to discuss it if you wish.
The DP Level will certainly have additional benefits tacked on as we move forward. It is currently limited to 40 members but could be expanded slightly depending on demand and our Zoom attendance.
Future Benefits / Benefits Under Consideration
While we won’t be able to schedule these due to the random nature of items falling into our hands, there will be periodic prize giveaways in drawings that include all of our members, regardless of level. The catch is that you get one entry per level of support, meaning Homegrown Player Level members will get one entry per prize drawing, TAM Player Level members will get two entries per drawing, and Designated Player Level members get three entries for prize drawings. Some of the kinds of items we have come across in the past include match tickets, trinkets, posters, scarves, and so on.
We are planning to add a message board to our website, well…soon-ish is the word that comes to mind. The plan for the message board is to build our community and further the discussion about the club. As part of this, we’re planning an exclusive, members-only area of that message board that TAM and DP members can access. This will be a place our staff can share informational nuggets we can’t necessarily write stories about for various reasons and interact with our members on a daily basis.
Other things in the works include meet-and-greets/watch parties where you can chat with TML staff members and catch a road match with a bunch of like-minded Orlando City/Pride fans while we all cheer on the team together. There may also be other informal outings with one or more members of the staff, organized fantasy leagues, random Zoom calls for Q&A sessions, and perhaps even some organized group outings for Orlando City / Pride matches, national team games, etc.
The Most Important Part of This Post
Remember at the top of this post, when I said the most important part is at the bottom? Well, that seems like a long time ago, now, so it’s OK if you’ve already forgotten.
The most important part of our membership program is you. We want your feedback so we can make this program something that interests and excites you. We want to know what you like and dislike about this program. We want to know if there are some things we didn’t think of that interest you. If you like what we’re offering, tell us! If you hate what we’re offering, we want to know what you’d prefer instead or in addition. If you want to go drinking with Dave, we can probably arrange that, but it’ll be a unique tier and we’ll have to figure out the cost of that.
No idea is too crazy to suggest, even if it’s too insane for us to actually offer. Let us know what you want from your subscription and we’ll see if that’s something we can do. We’ll make it easy for you by putting the form right here below this post, which is now concluded.
FAQs
How can I watch USA Mexico tonight? ›
Streaming: Fubo, HBO Max, Peacock, Telemundo Deportes en Vivo, Watch TBS, Universo NOW.
Where can I watch USA vs Saudi? ›How to watch USMNT's friendly vs. Saudi Arabia. You can catch the English broadcast on TV via Fox Sports 1, online on FoxSports.com or on the Fox Sports mobile app. Spanish broadcasts will be available via UniMás and TUDN.
Where can I watch the USA soccer game today? ›Watch USA Soccer Live | USMNT & USWNT Soccer Games | Peacock.
Where can I watch United States men's national soccer team vs Mexico national football team? ›The U.S. men's national team faces Mexico on Wednesday, April 19, in the inaugural Allstate Continental Clásico at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. The match will be live streamed on fuboTV (free trial).
What apps can you watch Mexico vs USA? ›- TV: TBS, Telemundo, Universo.
- Stream: HBO Max, Peacock.
- Sling Orange. Best for Sports and Families. $40 / month. ...
- Sling Blue. Best in News and Entertainment. ...
- Sling Orange+Blue. Best of Live TV. ...
- Fubo Pro. 7 day free trial. ...
- Fubo Elite. 7 day free trial. ...
- Fubo Premier. 7 day free trial. ...
- Hulu. 30 day free trial. ...
- Hulu (No Ads) 30 day free trial.
Matches are broadcast on FS1, FS2, Fox Deportes, and the Fox Sports regional networks in the Western U.S.
Is USA Soccer on Peacock? ›Nothing matches the pride of cheering for the greatest players your country has to offer. The good news is you can watch Team USA face off in international friendlies on Peacock. Peacock subscribers get to watch Team USA soccer, both men's and women's teams, LIVE en Español.
Can I watch Mexico vs USA on Peacock? ›TV channels & streaming options
In the U.S., the match can be watched live on TBS and can be streamed on Peacock Premium, HBO Max and Fubo.
TNT and HBO Max are the exclusive English-language home to more than 20 Women's and Men's National Team matches starting in January. High-profile matches will include the SheBelieves Cup, CONCACAF Nations League and top-flight National Team friendlies.
What app can you watch USA from? ›
Watch USA Network Online | Hulu (Free Trial)
Where can I watch Mexico vs USA 2023? ›- United States lineup:
- Mexico lineup:
- Advertised Kick-off Time: 10:00p.m. Eastern, 7:00p.m. Pacific.
- Venue: University of Phoenix Stadium; Glendale, AZ.
- Available TV: TBS, Telemundo.
- Available Streaming: HBO Max, peacock (App)
With a VPN, you can get an IP address from a country like the US or Germany and access foreign TV channels in these countries. When using a VPN for this purpose, it's vital to make sure that it has unlimited bandwidth, excellent performance, and lots of servers in different countries.
How can I watch Spanish TV for free? ›Pluto TV: Best for free Spanish channels
Watch 47 Spanish-language channels with Pluto TV for free, but keep in mind that you won't find many popular channels like Telemundo and Univision. Since Pluto TV is a free service, you won't find Telemundo, Univision, Unimás, or any popular channels here (besides Estrella TV).
- Hulu.
- Peacock.
- Univision.
- TV Azteca.
- Antena 3.
- Televisión Pública.
- TV Perú
- Caracol Televisión.
There is no way to get a free USA Network livestream, unfortunately; you'll have to subscribe to a pay-TV service. But don't worry, because nobody says that service has to be cable or satellite.
How do I stream local channels? ›Local channels are a great outlet for staying up to date on your local news, sports, and entertainment. The best streaming services for local channels are Sling TV, Fubo TV, Hulu with Live TV, and DirecTV.
Is FOX Sports free in USA? ›Frequently Asked Questions. Is the FOX Sports app free? The app is free to download. But to have access to live games, highlights, shows, news, and more you must have a Pay TV subscription.
Why did Britain stop saying soccer? ›Most British people stopped saying "soccer" because of its American connotations, however, UK broadcaster Sky Sports still used it to brand wildly-popular TV shows "Soccer Saturday" and "Soccer A.M."
How can I watch US soccer games in English? ›There is a new television home for U.S. Soccer in 2023, with the English-language broadcast rights for both men's and women's matches now held by Warner Brothers Disney via Turner Sports. That means some games will be shown on television via TNT and TBS, while others will be streamed on HBO Max.
How much is Peacock streaming per month? ›
Peacock: Stream TV and Movies Online, Watch Live News and Sports. Plans start at $4.99/month. Cancel anytime.
Is soccer on Peacock free? ›Premier League on Peacock FAQ
No, the Premier League is not free on Peacock. To watch live Premier League matches on Peacock, you must subscribe to one of its premium plans (starting at $4.99 a month).
Peacock promises a huge selection of instantly-recognizable TV shows and movies, but unfortunately, it's only available in the US. This is called region-locking and it's usually due to international licensing agreements; this is also why services like Netflix often have varying content in different countries.
Can you watch all sports on Peacock? ›Peacock's expansive live sports programming includes Premier League, MLB Sunday Leadoff, Sunday Night Football, Notre Dame Football, NASCAR, NTT IndyCar Series, SuperMotocross World Championship, golf, Olympic sports, and much more.
Is USA sports on Peacock? ›To get access to NBC Sports, you need a premium subscription to NBC's streaming platform Peacock TV. You can also use TV streamers like SlingTV, FuboTV or Hulu + Live TV to get NBC Sports content. Take a deep dive into watching NBC Sports online if you want to learn more.
Does HBO Max show live sports? ›Live soccer is included with both HBO Max subscription plans (Ad-Free and With Ads) and is available on all supported devices. Common questions and answers: What games can I watch?
What channel is the USA soccer game on? ›The USMNT will be on FOX for the 2026 World Cup. The Gold Cup and Copa America are also on FOX. Friendlies, starting in 2023, will be featured on HBO Max and TNT. Spanish-language coverage can be seen on Telemundo/Universo and streamed via Peacock.
What channel will the US Mexico game be on? ›Coverage of the 75th edition of USA-Mexico begins at 9:30 p.m. ET on HBO Max, with TBS, Telemundo, Universo and Peacock beginning at 10 p.m. ET and kickoff set for 10:22 p.m. ET. Fans can follow the USMNT on Twitter (@USMNT), Instagram (@USMNT), Facebook and the official U.S. Soccer App.
What channel is the Mexico game on regular TV? ›In the 2022 World Cup Qualifying cycle, Mexico games aired on Paramount+. Only USMNT home games were not on that service. However, when Mexico plays in the United States, the game is either on FOX or ESPN.
What channel can you watch the Mexico game? ›| Paramount+ | Fanatiz | Fubo TV |
| DAZN | ESPN+ | Sling TV |
Can I watch USA vs Mexico on Peacock? ›
Catch a preview of U.S. vs. Mexico on our NBCLA and Telemundo channels, streaming live at 6:30 p.m. on Roku and Samsung TV Plus before the big match on Peacock. The U.S. men's national team and Mexico will face off in the first ever Allstate Continental Clásico on Wednesday.
How can I watch US men's soccer game? ›For now, fans of the beautiful game have lots to look forward to in the year ahead. Watch Team USA Soccer on Peacock.
Can you watch Fox Sports in Mexico? ›Fox Sports is a Mexican pay television network operated by Grupo Multimedia Lauman. The network focuses on sports-related programming including live and pre-recorded event broadcasts, sports talk shows and original programming, available throughout Mexico.
How can I watch the Mexico game without cable? ›Liga MX Streaming
Online, Liga MX, Copa MX and Supercopa MX games feature online across a myriad of sites. Univision, UniMas and TUDN matches stream on Fubo, Sling TV and Univision Now. ESPN Deportes and ESPN3 games appear on Sling Orange. Also, Galavision games find a spot on fuboTV.
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Watch NFL in Mexico on Other Channels.
| Channel | Cost |
|---|---|
| DAZN | $20 |
| NFL Game Pass | $99 per year |
| Ran.de | Free |
| Sling TV | 10+ USD per month |
Netflix's library in Mexico is different from other locations, including the U.S. If you want to access another country's library, you'll have to use a virtual private network (VPN).
Is Hulu blocked in Mexico? ›You can get Hulu to work in Mexico with the following steps: Sign up for a premium VPN. We recommend ExpressVPN. Download and Install ExpressVPN on your streaming device.
Does Hulu work out of the country? ›Hulu is not currently available outside the US. If you're in the US, you'll need to disable your anonymizer to access videos on Hulu.” For this reason, not just any VPN service will do.
Is FUBO TV free? ›Is fuboTV free? fuboTV isn't free, but the streaming service does offer a seven-day free trial to take it for a test drive. Live TV streaming service Philo also has a free trial period.
What app can i watch Mexico game? ›Paramount+ is the only place to watch every minute of select Concacaf Nations League matches this season and over 2,400 soccer matches a year. A subscription also gives you access to other sports content including Italian Serie A, Europa League, NWSL, NFL on CBS, and countless movies and shows.
How much is the FUBO app? ›
Upgrading to the Elite package, which costs $85 per month, will unlock more sports networks such as ESPNews and ESPNU. If you need more options, fuboTV introduced a Premier package in January 2023 that offers more than 200 channels, including some of the service's add-on packages, for $95 per month.