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MLS Midweek & Salary Release

May 15, 20261h 24m

U.S. Soccerwise with Jay DeMerit & Matt Doyle Presented by Soccer.com

May 14, 20261h 9m

Utah’s Rise, Houston’s Slide & NWSL Parity Questions

May 13, 202650 min

James Rodríguez, Sporting KC & Another Wild MLS Weekend

May 11, 20261h 18m

Concacaf Strikes Again & USMNT Questions

May 7, 20261h 19m

Boston Legacy's First Win, NWSL Power Ranking Ups and Downs

May 5, 202653 min

Looking Back at MLS Action from Week 11 plus Big Concacaf Champions Cup Week Upcoming

May 4, 20261h 34m

Concacaf, U.S. Open Cup and more w/Michele Giannone (Apple TV) & Christian Pulisic Talk with Matt Doyle

May 1, 20261h 12m

NWSL to Columbus, Calendar Change on Hold, Midweek Recap & Power Rankings

Apr 30, 202648 min

The Best of MLS from the Weekend with Big Time Concacaf and Open Cup Games on the Horizon

Apr 27, 20261h 22m

MLS Midweek Chaos & USMNT Roster Draft

Apr 23, 20261h 16m

Kenza Dali (San Diego) & Jeff Kassouf (ESPN) On NWSL Schedule Change & Columbus Expansion

Apr 22, 20261h 5m

The Gangs Back Together! Tom, Doyle, Wiebe & Gass Talk Through The Biggest Storylines In MLS

Apr 20, 20261h 28m

Masch Out In Miami, Matt Wells (Colorado Rapids) & Matt Crocker's Replacements w/Matt Doyle

Apr 17, 20261h 27m

USWNT Recap & "Too Early" NWSL Takes w/Brianna Pinto

Apr 16, 202659 min

Tom Is Back! MTL Fire ANOTHER Coach, Neymar Cincy Love & A Week Of Big Games

Apr 13, 20261h 30m

CONCACAF Victory & Agony w/Vince La Rosa & USMNT Post-Agyemang Injury w/Matt Doyle

Its the most wonderful time of year. As Concac-champions sees its quarterfinals kickoff with four MLS vs Liga MX ties. David recaps the results and then talks to Vince La Rosa (Happy Foot Sad Foot Podcast) out in LA off the back of LAFC's massive 3-0 win over Cruz Azul. They talk about it all with the Black & Gold from their historic shutout streak to start the year, riding high in the shield, the epic night vs Los Cementos & how many minutes can any player last! Then Matt Doyle rejoins to lament the crushing injury to Patrick Ageymang and talk about where Mauricio Pochettino will have to turn to next.2:28 Vince La Rosa On LAFC's Historic Defensive Start13:10 David Martinez Star Turn18:56 Marc Dos Santos' Pushing Minutes32:05 USMNT Roster Planning After Agyemang Injury44:55 Thoughts On Turkey Joining The USA Group

Apr 9, 202649 min

Sam Kerr's NWSL Future? Battle At The Top Of The Table & USWNT Camp Preview

A few weeks of the NWSL season are in the books as we head into our first international break. Jordan & David talk about the surprising battles at the top of table between Angel City & Orlando followed by high flying Houston. Then they look at the KC & Washington "Get Right" victories. But even with a slew of games the off field stories are big as reports out of Australia say Sam Kerr could be heading to Denver! They talk about what this signing would mean and how they would fit. And finally we prepare for the big USWNT vs Japan series to come next week.3:44 Orlando Survives Wild Top Of The Rankings Clash vs Angel City12:58 San Diego Flying High16:35 Off The Rails Houston-Louisville Match23:50 Chawinga Returns In KC Win32:05 Spirit Take Down Bay37:03 Sam Kerr Connections To Denver Summit47:27 USWNT vs Japan Camp Preview

Apr 8, 202654 min

MLS Weekend New Stadium, Top Of The West Clashes & CONCA-Champions Preview

The international break has closed and MLS came back with a bang. On a loaded day of games we had everything red cards, stadium openings, dog pee goal celebrations + MORE! David is joined by Matt Doyle to talk through it all and look forward to a four massive Concacaf ties this week.3:45 Nu Stadium Opening In Miami19:05 MLS Team Progression23:45 Quakes Work San Diego33:55 Toronto-Colorado Chaos Match45:11 Timbers Collapse In Vancouver55:12 LAFC Goal-fest Against Orlando58:43 Sounders Pipeline Continues1:09:15 Agyemang Injury & USMNT Weekend Performances1:13:20 CONCACAF Previews

Apr 6, 20261h 22m

Quakes v San Diego Preview w/Daniel Munie & US Recap w/Matt Doyle

The international window has come to a close and with a full week of US Open Cup & MLS weekend around the corner the soccer never ends. First Doyle joins to talk about the week for USMNT of what we learned and where they're going. Then San Jose Earthquakes center back Daniel Munie stops by to talk about their hot start, respect for college soccer, playing for Bruce Arena, and the big challenge of facing San Diego. 0:47 Matt Doyle On USMNT Camp27:10 USOC Recap30:57 Daniel Munie SJ Quakes Center Back

Apr 3, 202645 min

Denver History & First Power Rankings Of 2026 NWSL Season

HISTOrY WAS MADE! A mile high and 63,004 wide as The Summit played in front of the largest regular season crowd in global women's soccer history. Jordan & David tell you all about what the day was like, and what it means to state of Colorado and NWSL as a whole. Then they go on the field what did they see from Denver up close, are there worries for the slow starts of Gotham/Washington/KC and the top of the table clash in LA. Then they run through their first power rankings where everyone stands right now. Lastly they look ahead to the biggest games of the weekend.2:10 A Day To Remember For Denver Summit15:29 Game Breakdown DEN v WASH23:38 Top Of The Table Show Angel City v Houston29:44 San Diego Flying With Cat Macario Waiting In The Wings36:52 Boston Score First Goal In Loss To Utah43:21 2026 Power Rankings49:27 Weekend Preview

Apr 1, 20261h 2m

Kickback Committee & Soccerwise USMNT vs. Portugal Postgame Reaction Show

A dramatic finish to the final international window before the World Cup, including U.S. disappointment, PKs deciding final qualifiers, Italy despondence, and Bosnia glory from checks notes…a Wisconsin native? Gass is joined by Chicago Stars midfielder Brianna Pinto and MLS Reporter Michele Giannone to dive into the formation, lineup choices and performance by USMNT against Portugal and how fans should feel heading into the World Cup. Then they discuss the crazy endings for the last few qualifying games including Italy failing to qualify for their third straight World Cup, best things from the last week, and how to pick a secondary team to root on this summer.Listen to our shows, subscribe our newsletter at: kickbacksoccer.com3:13 Breaking Down the USMNT Performance15:36 What Does Success Look Like for the U.S. this World Cup?30:06 Italy Fails to Qualify Again for the World Cup41:38 Best Things We've Seen this Week52:47 Run Down of the Qualifiers57:51 Picking Your 2nd World Cup Team01:10:05 - Check-In with Brianna and Close

Apr 1, 20261h 13m

USMNT Mid Camp Pick Me Up + Mo Salah, Georgi Minoungou & Other World Class Players' MLS Future

Well that didn't look so hot! Coming off the 5-2 loss by the USMNT vs Belgium David & Doyle talk through what they saw. From the biggest struggles to Pochettino's tactical wrinkles, and the few strong performances they saw. Then they discuss what they expect and would like to see vs Portugal on Tuesday night. Lastly with the MLS window closing but some big names being linked they talk about the blockbuster Georgi Minoungou trade in Colorado & Mo Salah's future.4:15 USMNT Mentality Issues11:23 Another Strong Weston McKennie Game16:30 Pulisic's Struggles23:15 Mark McKenzie Strong Day28:55 "Winners" From The Day33:58 Portugal v USMNT Preview41:35 Rapids Spend $2mill On Georgi Minoungou 48:10 Mo Salah MLS Future58:51 Casemiro's MLS Desire

Mar 30, 20261h 5m

USMNT Camp Preview w/Paul Tenorio (Athletic) & Forgotten Four In MLS w/Matt Doyle(Tactics Free Zone)

On the verge of the biggest camp in Mauricio Pochettino's tenure with the USMNT David calls in the big names! Paul Tenorio (Messi Effect ) joins to talk about what this camp and the next three months need to look like for the USMNT. They debate some of the big roster decisions as well as where the sport sits on the precipice of the big tournament. Then Doyle is back in the saddle with David to talk about four teams who haven't gotten as much shine this year in MLS. They hit on what we've seen so far (and some transfers) for Colorado, Columbus, Charlotte & the Revs.1:40 Paul Tenorio On All Things USMNT32:01 Rapids Buying Their Hot Start?40:51 Rocky Start For Henrik Rydstrom49:53 Charlotte FC Club Progression?55:51 Revs Falter Early Under New Regime

Mar 26, 20261h 1m

Red Card Mania Across NWSL Week 2 + Midweek Previews & Undefeated Matchups

You get a red card and you get a red card EVERYONE gets a red card! A chaotic weekend of NWSL is in the books and Jordan & David are here to help you digest it all. They relive the thrilling Thorns 9 player upset over rivals Seattle. Then they discuss Angel City & Houston's hot starts as they prepare for a Friday night matchup. And then they look ahead to a big slate of 5 midweek matches across the league. Finally they get excited for the big Denver home opener they will both be in attendance for (and message David on Bluesky if you will too!)4:10 9 Player Thorns beat Cascadia Rival15:38 Houston Back To Back Wins To Start 21:12 Angel City Flying Out The Gates This Time Over Bay27:10 Midweek Preview27:28 Gotham Return Tierna Davidson vs Denver Coming Off First Club Point32:26 Washington Comeback Fight vs Utah Attacking Finding Their Feet36:50 Chicago Home Opener Win vs Orlando In Middle Of Big Week45:17 Seattle Reeling Off Loss In Portland vs KC Returning Labonta46:45 SD Coming Off Road Win vs Portland Filling Suspension Holes50:25 Denver Home Opener Preview

Mar 25, 202658 min

Griezmann Orlando Adventure, Texas Shootout, San Jose Credentials & Pressure Turning Up

A wild weekend is in the books with multiple six goal victories, five red cards, and a World Cup winner heading to the league. Matt Doyle (Tactics Free Zone) & Gass get together to talk through the best things they saw this weekend from the El Capitan shootout to San Jose's legitimacy win in Canada. Then they talk through Orlando's free fall and what the Antoine Griezmann addition could mean. Finally they look at some of the teams under big pressure after slow starts in Philly, Cincy, Portland & LA.7:33 Dallas Posses In Big Win + Santi Moreno Addition18:09 San Jose Are For Real28:22 Greizmann Headed To Orlando34:11 Nashville Lethal38:59 LAFC Set Shutout Streak46:39 RSL Shine In Must Watch Matchup vs San Diego52:51 What Is Going On With Chucky Lozano1:01:27 STL Bounce Back1:04:11 Chicago Knock Off Philly In The Pressure Derby1:08:53 Cincy Scrap Into A Potential Turnaround Win1:11:38 Portland & LAG

Mar 23, 20261h 14m

USMNT Roster Reaction, MLS Sprint Season, Concacaf & USOC w/Charlie Boehm & Matt Doyle

The soccer weeks seem to just get bigger and bigger recently. This time we have two massive competitions going on with US Open Cup kicking off and Conca-champions closing the Round of 16. David is joined by one of the biggest soccer writers Charlie Boehm to cover it all. First they dig into the massive CONCACAF ties that finished from Nashville's win in Miami to San Diego & Philly's struggles in Mexico. Then they dig into the Cupsets we've sign and all the other wild and wacky of US Open Cup. Finally they talk about the breaking news around the specifics of the upcoming 2027 MLS Sprint season.3:30 Conca-Champions Review34:31 US Open Cup Round 1 Cupsets & Highlights46:35 MLS Sprint Season Specifics54:38 USMNT Roster Reaction

Mar 19, 20261h 24m

Cat Macario Blockbuster Move + NWSL Week 1 Highlights

Well the games have finally kicked off but the transfer news doesn't slow down! Jordan returns from Week 1 in the Bay to talk all about Cat Macario's big transfer. Macario is signing a record contract in global WoSo with her hometown club San Diego Wave. After that they run through EVERY single game from the weekend to hit on the most important things they saw, and then look forward to Week 2 with some big name rivalries.4:03 Cat Macario Signs World Record Contract With San Diego5:03 What This Moves Means For NWSL8:55 How Macario Fits In SD14:33 Houston Starts With Big Road Win17:05 Jordan's Denver Debut Experience18:34 Bay Shine In Week 122:19 Boston Hangs With Gotham In their Debut27:52 Angel City Offensive Release!32:15 Ashley Sanchez Leads MAK Lind To First NWSL Win35:01 Thorns Go Upset Spirit37:15 KC Rare Come From Behind Home Win Over Utah40:45 Seattle Break Losing Streak In Orlando44:30 Week 2 Preview Cascadia Rivalry + Cali Matchup

Mar 18, 202650 min

Goals Galore In MLS As Cream Rises To The Top + USOC & Conca-Champions w/Andrew Wiebe & Matt Doyle

The crew is back together to break down a wild weekend of MLS Action. From the multitude of 6 goal thrillers to the winless sides Doyle, Wiebe and David review the whole weekend. Then they look ahead to a massive week of soccer across US Open Cup & CONCA-Champions 2nd legs.7:15 Whitecaps Destroy Min On Road To Supporter Shield Favorites16:50 Joy In Houston & Anguish In Portland26:30 SKC Solidifying For Wicky29:47 LA Galaxy's Search For Chemistry33:05 FC Dallas- San Diego Stunner40:00 USOC Round 1 Name Bowl44:11 STL, PHI & CLB Remain Winless55:19 Orlando Part Ways w/Oscar Pareja & Plans For The Year1:03:10 USMNT Weekend Stars1:08:10 CONCACAF Leg 2 Previews

Mar 16, 20261h 22m

USMNT Roster Prediction & Debate w/Matt Doyle

We are days away from Mauricio Pochettino announcing his final roster ahead of the World Cup. Matt Doyle joins Gass to talk through some of the biggest questions around this camp and this team. Then they go through the roster to predict what they expect to see coming at the end of March.8:10 What Is The Goal Of This Camp?11:55 Poch's Future & USMNT Manager Projection After 202617:35 Formation Plans24:20 Goalkeepers & Defenders36:40 Midfield48:10 Attacking Mids/Wingers59:41 Forwards1:02:10 MLS Teenagers We Would See At The World Cup

Mar 12, 20261h 4m

NWSL Predictions & Previews 2026 Season w/Lori Lindsey & Jill Loyden

Kickoff is final upon us for the 2026 NWSL season! First David and Jordan partake in the fools errands of putting their preseason predictions down in pen. They go through all the individual awards and then talk through the potential standings. Then they finish up their team by team 5 minute previews with the legends Jill & Lori.4:01 NWSL Position Award Predictions16:08 MVP & Golden Boot Predictions24:05 Jordan & David Standings Predictions36:04 Utah Royals Preview41:22 Seattle Reign Preview48:30 San Diego Wave Preview56:00 Washington Spirit Preview

Mar 10, 20261h 4m

Early Hot Seat Questions In MLS + CONCA-Champions Action w/Matt Doyle

We are only three games into the MLS season but in some markets the pitchforks and torches are already out. Doyle joins Gass to go through the best things they saw this weekend, and then the headlines of the struggles in Orlando/Portland/Philly. The guys then start to look into the USMNT roster race for a spot at the World Cup. And finally they preview the start Round of 16 with some mouth watering MLS vs Liga MX matchups and some heavyweight intra league ties as well.5:50 Nashville Music City Cerberus13:35 RSL The Kids Are Alright (Not ATL)21:31 Keaton Parks Back In Form24:20 Red Card Mania28:00 Pressure On Orlando36:34 Questions Around Phil Neville In Portland42:36 Frustration In Philly49:14 Quakes Are Back54:40 Monteal Shock Red Bulls59:10 USMNT Roster Shakeup1:07:53 Philly-America1:11:01 LAFC-Alajuelense & David Martinez Stunner v FC Dallas1:15:05 Nashville-Miami & DC Matchup In Baltimore1:19:20 LAG-Mount Plesant & Rapids Win Over The Galaxy1:21:35 Blockbuster San Diego-Toluca Series1:25:57 Cincy Trying To Bounce Back vs Tigres1:28:44 Cascadia ConcaChampions

Mar 9, 20261h 33m

MLS Too Early Takes w/Joe Lowery, USLPA CBA Negotiation w/Duke Lacroix & Brooklyn FC w/Marlon LeBlanc

An action packed show for David today with three separate guests joining the fold. First Backheeled's Joe Lowery joins to preview the weekend in MLS and then plant the flag with Gass on some too early takes. Then USLPA President & Colorado Switchbacks player Duke Lacroix talking about the current CBA negotiation, the upcoming season, and a chance to represent Haiti at the World Cup. And last but not least Marlon LeBlanc joins the show ahead of his first season as head coach of Brooklyn FC. He talks about the pathway for American coaches, developing as a coach, building a roster and a culture, and his son Kellan preparing to make his MLS debut at Philadelphia.4:00 MLS Weekend Preview w/Joe Lowery17:28 Too Early MLS Takes On Cavan Sullivan, STL, RSL, Deandre Yedlin, Ronald Donkor, Neco Triantis, and Orlando36:45 USL CBA Explainer39:45 Duke Lacroix USLPA President, Colorado Switchbacks & Haitian National Team1:10:30 Marlon LeBlanc Head Coach Brooklyn FC

Mar 5, 20261h 21m

NWSL Team by Team Previews w/Lori Lindsey & Jill Loyden

It is the BIG one! The most comprehensive NWSL season preview that can be found in podcast land. Lori Lindsey, Jill Loyden & Jordan Angeli dig into every team as we lead into the season. We start with 12 teams to open with the final 4 coming out next week along with our predictions.3:00 Angel City9:20 Bay FC15:07 Boston Legacy21:59 Chicago Stars29:15 Denver Summit FC36:25 Gotham FC43:10 Houston Dash48:55 KC Current55: 55 North Carolina Courage1:02: 18 Orlando Pride1:08:40 Portland Thorns1:15:25 Racing Louisville

Mar 3, 20261h 21m

MLS Drama From DP Debuts For Timo Werner To Miami Petty Comebacks And Red Cards Galore

The games are flowing as are the goals and the red cards AND THE DRAMA! Gass, Doyle & Wiebe jump on to walk through the best things they saw this weekend, the top headlines of the weekend, and every other detail from the games they saw.3:50 Wiebe’s Messi Effect14:45 Baby Bulls Rampage On23:20 RSL Kids Crush Seattle39:25 San Jose Shining To Start + Timo Werner Debut45:30 Vancouver Dominate TFC51:28 SKC Strong Shower Vs Columbus & Crew’s Questions54:35 Chicago Dispatch Montreal56:05 Rapids Bounce Back & Timbers Worries58:45 Yeboah Leading Minnesota Line1:01:05 Galaxy Offensive Splash & CTL Concerns1:04:15 Superman Saves ATX & Facu Attacking Mid1:07:25 NYCFC Strong Start & Philly Shaky Start1:15:35 Anders Dryer Success & STL Finding Their Feet

Mar 2, 20261h 23m

CONCACAF Recap, Contract Extension Explosion, Griezmann Reports & Jamie Watson On The Road To 26

Their are games in the book but the news keeps rolling in. David is joined by two special guests to talk about the biggest stories right now. First Valair Shabilla joins to recap the week of CONCACAF results, and what the bracket looks like going forward. Then they hit on the breaking news from Griezmann's fit in Orlando, to Timo Werner's impending debut, and the big extensions signed in LA & Vancouver. Then Jamie Watson the man of many talents joins to talk about his biggest storylines in MLS, NWSL & USL and then looking forward to the big matches coming to the yes on the "Road To 26."4:28 Whitecaps Moving On In CONCACAF6:30 LA Galaxy 3 Games In10:00 Nashville Hot Start & Miami Rivalry Renwed19:20 Antoine Griezmann In Talks With Orlando29:42 Timo Werner San Jose Debut33:11 Denis Bouanga Signs LAFC Extension37:28 Caps Extend Blackmon & Cubas44:20 Jamie Watson Joins To Talk MLS, NWSL, USL & Road To 26 Powerhouse Friendlies

Feb 26, 20261h 18m

Biggest Jump? Biggest Drop? Most Improved NWSL Preview Superlatives

The NWSL 2026 season is right around the corner. Ahead of Jordan & David's team by team previews coming up next week they talk superlatives. Who is poised this year to make the biggest leap as a club and a player? They talk through that plus which club is poised for the biggest fall, and which under the radar transfers could hit biggest.4:57 Club Making The Biggest Jump11:32 Club Making The Biggest Drop 18:21 Must Watch Clubs25:02 Most Improved Player Candidates36:42 Under The Radar Player Transfers That Will Fit Perfectly

Feb 25, 202646 min

MLS Week 1 Highlights & Recap w/Andrew Wiebe & Matt Doyle

The soccer has finally been played! That means it is time to over analyze and who better to do it with then two of our favorites Matt Doyle (Tactics Free Zone) & Andrew Wiebe coming right out of LA. They talk about the biggest stories of the weekend from Bradley's Baby Bulls, to referee mishaps in Seattle, MVPs getting injured, and much more. They hit on every single game from the weekend so EVERYONE is included.4:52 Michael Bradley MLS Debut w/The Baby Bulls13:37 Worries In Orlando16:31 Niko Tsakiris Takes The Reign's In San Jose20:30 Timbers Army Tifo & Attacking Vibes In Portland/Columbus28:53 LAFC v Miami Extravaganza At The Coliseum38:40 Messi + Hallway & Stairwells Controversy45:38 Evander Injury And What It Means For Cincy51:50 Josh Sargent Latest Transfer News54:50 FC Dallas 2026 Potential56:58 DC United Victorious Champions58:43 Nashville Dominates The Revs1:00:17 Seattle Overcomes Rapids & Refs1:02:10 Sam Vines Cut In Colorado Changing Of The Guard1:03:48 Bright Start For STL1:05:25 Whitecaps Survive Over Real... Monarchs1:07:00 Austin & Minnesota Came To Play In 20261:08:45 Galaxy & NYCFC Underwhelm1:13:30 San Diego Handle MTL1:15:00 CCL Quick Preview

Feb 23, 20261h 16m

Preview LAG, MIA, SKC, FCD, COL & MTL

David chats with some local experts to continue to get ready for the kickoff of the 2026 MLS season.0:13 LAG: Rob & Ananda (La Cuna Galaxiana) Talk Another Year Without Riqui Puig17:40 MIA: Daniel (Battered Herons) Joins Coming Out Of A First MLS Cup And Into A New Stadium31:21 SKC: Chad Smith (KC Soccer Journal) Shines The Light On The Massive Rebuild In KC49:03 FCD: Dan Crooke (3rd Degree) Comes On To Talk David Into Or Out Of Love With FC Dallas1:04:47 COL: Andre Simone (DNVR Rapids) Looking Into The Matt Wells Era1:24:39 MTL: Andy Coronado (TBIR MTL) On Another Unknown Year In Quebec

Feb 20, 20261h 42m

MLS Week 1 Match By Match Preview w/Michele Giannone

The first games are ready to kickoff in the 2026 season of MLS. To preview every team going into the first game friend of the show Michele Giannone joins David. They go game by game with 4 minutes on the clock (that they blow through) to give thoughts on each team.

Feb 19, 20261h 41m

Biggest Trade In NWSL History & Caitlyn Flores Milby GM Racing Louisville

A huge episode of NWSL conversation on Soccerwise. David & Jordan contextualize the blockbuster deal of Claire Hutton to Bay, Croix Bethune to KC & a MILLION dollars to Washington. What does it mean for these elite players, these teams, and the league. They also touch on Emma Hayes latest roster for the upcoming SheBelieves Cup. And then Caitlyn Flores Milby the General Manager of Racing Louisville joins the show. She covers so much ground from her career path to where Racing sits in the landscape of the game and how to operate with that. And they talk about some big picture NWSL conversations like future of youth development & the introduction of the HIP rule.6:07 Blockbuster Trade And Biggest Moves Ever9:35 What This Means For Bay FC & Claire Hutton12:50 What This Means For KC & Croix Bethune22:50 What Does This Trade Mean For Washington Spirit34:30 Interview Racing Louisiville GM Caitlyn Flores Milby

Feb 18, 20261h 8m

2026 Season Predictions w/Matt Doyle

We have finally arrived to the first week of the 2026 season! Matt Doyle (Tactics Free Zone) joins Gass to go through all their predictions. They hit the big ones like MVP, Golden Boot and Defender Of The Year. They of course hit their deep cut stuff like "Gass Theorem" and Fullback Of The Year favorites. And then they add some team superlatives like the "League Pass" teams they are most excited to watch.7:30 Nashville Big Week CCL + BJ Callaghan Contract + Reed Baker-Whiting Trade11:00 MVP & Golden Boot Predictions21:30 Young Player Of The Year Favorites25:00 GKOY, DPOY & Fullback Of The Year40:00 Midfielder Of The Year (steal from NWSL)45:00 Coach Of The Year52:30 Newcomer & Gass Theorem Favorites58:40 Team Your Most Excited To Watch (League Pass Favorites)1:05:40 Biggest Points Climber Of 20261:08:20 Biggest Fall Off Of 2026

Feb 17, 20261h 14m

2026 MLS Season Previews Cincy, ORL, STL & RBNY

Our season previews roll onto into the final week with some big conversations. First they chat about big pressure in Ohio on FCC, then they talk about the early injury crisis in Orlando, not be missed is the midway rebuild in STL, and finally the Michael Bradley revolution in New Jersey.0:13 FFC: Kevin Wallace (Post Cast Podcast) On Pressure Bubbling Up In Cincy20:37 ORL: Mike Spillane (ORL Lions Den Podcast) On Big Spending Down In Brazil43:18 STL: Jake Koenig & Justin Graham (Ball Watching STL) On The Rebuild In St. Louis1:03:01 RBNY: Mark Fishkin (Seeing Red Pod) On Michael Bradley's Revolution In New Jersey

Feb 16, 20261h 26m

Ep 3182026 MLS Season Preview Revs, LAFC, HOU & DC

David talks to some local experts to get ready for the 2026 MLS season in New England, LA, Houston & DC.0:14 Revs: Seth Macomber (Blazing Musket) On Mitrovic's Revolution In Boston18:17 LAFC: Vince La Rosa (Happy Foot Sad Foot) On LAFC's Big Season Coming Up With Stephen Eustaquio In The Fold44:33 HOU: Victor Araiza (Deportes Nation) On The Big Money Rebuild In H-Town58:48 DC: Jon Hoffman (RFK Refugees) & Gregory Roache (Pitch Pass Podcsat) On The Only Direction DC Can Go UP (hopefully)

Feb 15, 20261h 25m

Ep 3172026 Season Preview ATL, SEA, NYCFC & CHI

David chats with more local experts to prep for the 2026 MLS Season for some big clubs in ATL, SEA, NYC & Chicago.0:12 ATL: Sam Jones (Five Stripe Final) On ATL Banking On Tata To Turn Things Around13:36 SEA: Jeremiah Oshan (Sounder At Heart) & Noah Riffe/Ari Liljenwall (Lobbing Scorchers) On The Sounders Strong Chances Of Winning The Shield50:05 NYCFC: Jon Baney (Hudson River Blue) On NYCFC's Hectic Offseason Of Failed DP Transfers1:15:02 CHI: Tim Hotze (Men In Red 97) On The New Dawn For The Powerhouse Chicago Fire

Feb 14, 20261h 30m

Ep 316Golden Boot Draft 2026

The moment you have all waited for. With Chris Wittingham acting as a proxy for team Tom/Calen, and our former producent folding up his club like Chivas USA the draft is on! Ten rounds plus defenders to finally decide who is the ultimate ball knower.

Feb 11, 20261h 23m

Ep 315Kickback Soccer Media Emergency Podcast 2.0

We're entering a new era at Kickback Soccer Media. David Gass and Susannah Fuller sit down to talk about two incredible new shows, and to meet our HUGE winter window signing...Matt Doyle!It's Kickback Soccer Media 2.0, and we can't wait to share this momentous soccer year for American soccer with you!Listen to our shows, subscribe our newsletter on: https://kickbacksoccer.com/Subscribe to TacticsFreeZone: https://tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/an-end-to-my-days-at-mls-and-my-plan-for-whats-next/

Feb 11, 20266 min

Ep 3142026 Preview Austin, Charlotte & Minnesota

Our 2026 MLS Season preview continues with three playoff teams from 2025. They all join Gass to talk through the biggest topics for the upcoming season. Starting with the awkward fit of the high priced pieces in Austin. Then they talk through Charlotte's playoff woes, and finally James-manie hits the twin cities!0:00 Austin FC w/North End Podcast22:45 Charlotte FC w/TopBin9034:33 Minnesota United w/Loony Bin Podcast

Feb 11, 202654 min

Ep 313Waiting On Signings W/Matt Doyle + San Diego & Nashville Season Previews

The start of the season is around the corner and yet some clubs have left us waiting on signings. Matt Doyle joins Gass to discuss the four biggest additions he is still waiting on in Toronto, San Jose, Dallas & Atlanta. Plus they run through the big moves that have been made by LAFC and MIN and how impactful (and long) they will be for those clubs. Then David starts his team specific previews for 2026. First up is expansion darlings San Diego w/Tony Sanchez of the San Diego.Futbol crew to talk about the amazing year that was and how this year can rival it (without even Chucky Lozano). Then Kicback Committee member and 615 Soccer host Valair Shabilla checks in to talk about the OTHER offseason darlings Nashville SC. With the addition of Cristian Espinoza could it be title town in Tennesse?4:55 San Diego Leg 2 CCL Preview13:59 TFC Waiting On Sargent23:15 San Jose's Needs At #1026:50 FC Dallas Looking For Musa's Support31:10 ATL Keeping It Together For Tata34:30 Stephen Eustaquio Signs With LAFC38:50 Details On James Rodriguez Contract42:50 Jonny Perez Joins Chivas USA45:25 Myrto Uzuni Transfer Saga51:43 Discord Mailbag On Slow Transfer Windows57:55 2026 San Diego Season Preview w/Tony Sanchez (2 Balls And A Mic)1:11 2026 Nashville Season Preview w/Valair Shabilla (PharmaceuticalSoccer Podcast)

Feb 10, 20261h 30m

Ep 312Ja-mania Rodriguez, SD CONCACAF Start, Top Moves Of The Offseason & More w/Joe Lowery(Backheeled)

Well the ice cream shop is closed for a little (sorta) with Tom on dad duty. So Joe Lowery joins David for a big show. They revel in the addition of the Boy Star James Rodriguez to Minnesota United and figure out WHAT IS GOING ON! Then they dig through all the biggest moves since last show. They compliment Seattles development of Obed Vargas, weigh the improvements or lack there of Red Bulls, and what is going on with these failed medicals. Finally they go over Joe's favorites additions of the offseason so far.8:30 San Diego's Dominant CONCACAF Debut16:14 James Rodriguez Joining Minnesota26:47 Obed Vargas Development & Transfer To Atleti35:09 Red Bull Attacking DP Addition39:45 Carles Gil Extends His Time In New England42:15 Orlando CB Signing & NYCFC DP Fail Transfer Medicals45:45 Whitecaps Retool49:55 Crew Rotated CFs With JRR Sale & Thiare Trade52:45 Stephen Eustaqio's Potential Fit In LA & Bounga Transfers56:00 Joe's Favorite Offseason Moves Mamadou Fall, Robin Lod, Erik Thommy & Timo Werner

Feb 5, 20261h 12m