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On today's episode, Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to break down the latest news for three Americans in Action. Djordje Mihailovic could soon be on the move to the Netherlands; how would that transfer work, when would it take effect, and how would he suit AZ's style?Then it's on to Americans scoring goals! Pefok and Sargent are back in our lives! Should they be back on the US roster?And finally, we answer your listener questions, all of which had a USMNT-centric angle.1) What European clubs play systems similar to what Berhalter most commonly implements with USMNT?2) Have any of the American transfers to the Belgian Jupiler league worked out?3) How has the center back pool been performing so far this season?4) What's up with Konrad de la Fuente?5) Which Number Nines should Gregg be thinking about taking to Qatar?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres this Wednesday, August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!LinkedIn Jobs! LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for the Weekend Review! This week, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe team up to chat about all of the soccer action. From an American-infused upset in the Premier League to the Sportswashing Derby to action in La Liga, the Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1, and MLS, we cover tons of ground on this episode. Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres this Wednesday, August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!LinkedIn Jobs! LinkedIn Jobs helps you find the candidates you want to talk to, faster. Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS. Terms and conditions apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our pal David Amoyal is back on the program to discuss the start of the Serie A season. We begin by taking a broad look at the final structure of the league before going in-depth on the most prominent transfers, drama, arguments, and in-fighting for both title challengers and relegation candidates alike! We covered 11 teams in under 50 minutes, which for this program is like running a 3 minute mile. Juventus, Torino, Roma, Lazio, Inter, Milan, Napoli, Monza, Lecce, Fiorentina, and Atalanta all get some chat!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! All you have to do is go to HelixSleep.com/TSS!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with another episode of The Big Thing. This week, Taylor, Graham, and Joe are diving into Bayern Munich's dominance in German soccer. What's behind Bayern's title-winning streak. Is their success a problem? If so, what changes could be made to fix it? We talk about all that - and much more - on the show.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! All you have to do is go to HelixSleep.com/TSS!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener questions time! Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to tackle your questions. You can find the full list that we discussed down below.1) What are some of our favorite referee moments?2) If the Premier League is, indeed, Premier (adj. most important or best) what other adjectives best describe other leagues?3) Would raising the max DP salary level in MLS help teams put together stronger rosters?4) How can Maguire be poor for Manchester United but good for England?5) If Christian Eriksen was somehow able to move back to Tottenham, who would the move benefit more? Spurs or Eriksen?6) How do English fans feel about Welsh teams being in the English Football League?7) Can Graham do a quick preview of his team for this season?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! All you have to do is go to HelixSleep.com/TSS!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to discuss Americans in Action! Up first, they spend some time disliking the leaked USMNT World Cup kits and why they make the older members of the pod uncomfortable. Then it's on to some Americans who have been in the transfer rumor mill this week. Should they stay with their current club or seek out (potentially) greener pastures? Players discussed include Pulisic, Dest, McKennie, Weah, and Pepi.To round things out in a segment sponsored by FX's Welcome to Wrexham, they look back at the weekend that was for several Americans playing in Europe, including one player now in a lower level dreaming that promotion dream!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! All you have to do is go to HelixSleep.com/TSS!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Weekend Review time! Taylor, Graham, and Joe team up to break down much of the action from the weekend, including Chelsea vs. Tottenham (and Tuchel vs. Conte), Manchester United’s struggles, Haaland’s frame, Barcelona’s first game of the La Liga season, trouble for Bayern’s challengers in Germany, the Philadelphia Union’s win in MLS, and much more.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! All you have to do is go to HelixSleep.com/TSS!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our new regular weekly series 'The Big Thing' has landed! Each week, the TSS crew will discuss a 'big' soccer topic in the depth that it truly deserves. To start off, Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are here to talk about Chelsea's new American co-owner, Todd Boehly. Why did he buy the club? What can we learn about him from his other sporting interests? How different will Chelsea look going forward? We discuss these questions and much more!Got a topic you'd like us to tackle on The Big Thing? Tweet or email us! Sponsors! Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Roman! Go to Get Roman.com/TSS today for $10 off your first order!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Ryan is joined by Graham. Joe and Taylor to answer some particularly wonderful listener questions:1) If Liga MX and MLS merged into one league with two divisions and promotion/relegation, who would win, who would be the MVP, and what other fun possibilities might there be?2) Does Gareth Bale playing in MLS benefit the USMNT or Wales more?3) Why haven't more clubs made an effort to sign John Brooks and who are some other notable free agents?4) Of the 32 teams in the Qatar WC, which one winning it all would be an equivalent shock to Greece winning the Euros in 2004?5) Are there any comparisons currently, or throughout history, to what Barcelona are doing to stay financially solvent?6) What can we do to help MLS add the net microphone that makes that sweet, sweet sound when a goal is scored?7) Will TSS preview the US Open Cup Final?8) Can all the problems with the England men's team actually be blamed on Ryan Bailey? (the answer is yes) Sponsors! Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Roman! Go to Get Roman.com/TSS today for $10 off your first order!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor and Joe, recording from Minnesota for the MLS All-Star festivities, are here to get you caught up on the world of MLS! What happened in the most recent transfer window? Who’s the favorite for the Supporters’ Shield? Which teams are over-performing in 2022? And which teams need to kick it into gear if they want to make the playoffs? All that - plus some All-Star and Skills Challenge chat - on the show.Sponsors! Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Roman! Go to Get Roman.com/TSS today for $10 off your first order!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back with the first Americans in Action episode of this season! Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into a number of Americans abroad to discuss expectations for this year, transfers, breakout players, meat pies, and so much much more.Sponsors! Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Roman! Go to Get Roman.com/TSS today for $10 off your first order!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell and Graham Ruthven convene for the first Weekend Review of the 2022-23 season! Huzzah! The gang focuses on whatever Manchester Utd were attempting to do on Sunday, before looking at newly promoted Fulham's impressive display against title-chasing Liverpool. There's a look back on the rest of the PL fixtures, a glance at how things got started in the Bundesliga (spoiler alert: Bayern won!) and a roundup of the best from Ligue 1 and MLS.Oh, and if you want to join our Fantasy Premier League offering, use the code: r1msgaSponsors! Welcome to Wrexham! We are supported by FX’s Welcome to Wrexham, which premieres August 24th on FX and will be available to stream on Hulu!Roman! Go to Get Roman.com/TSS today for $10 off your first order!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio host a LIVE Q&A with listeners! They address Riqui Puig’s move from FC Barcelona to the LA Galaxy. Plus, are MLS owners refusing to spend money? And, will Landon Donovan be the next coach of San Jose?Subscribe to the NEW "The Athletic Soccer Show"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener question time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to answer your wonderful questions. You can find the full list that we tackled down below:1) What is the biggest club in Europe that could reasonably be relegated in the next 10 years?2) If you could add any national team legend to your current national team’s pool of players, who would you add and why?3) Would it be a good idea to allow players wear earphones so that coaches can talk to them during games?4) Could Bayern Munich play a 3-5-2 this season?5) Who are the tallest professional soccer players of all time?6) What are our favorite player chants?7) What are Graham’s recommended underrated places to visit in Scotland? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part the Second of our Premier League Previews! You can find Part One in the feed (it's the next most recent episode).Your four co-hosts provide analysis, transfer recaps, a bit of gloom and doom for the appropriate clubs, and some predictions for Leicester, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, Southampton, Tottenham, West Ham, and Wolves.Reminder! We're putting together a Premier League fantasy league this season! Here's a link to the league and here's the code you need to join: r1msga Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s Premier League preview time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here with part one of their Premier League season previews. On this episode, we’re dishing out analysis, transfer recaps, and predictions for Arsenal, Aston Villa, Bournemouth, Brentford, Brighton, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, and Leeds United. For insight into the rest of the Premier League, make sure to check out part two! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 56 years, it finally came Home! Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are here to look back upon England's Euro 2022 victory over Germany! From pitch-perfect game management to questionable refereeing and everything in between, we cover all the action from Wembley!Plus, we also look at Liverpool's Community Shield victory over Man City, and Bayern Munich's DFL Supercup win against RB Leipzig! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio try to explain the Luis Suarez-to-MLS rumor and how Paul gave hope to the entire country of Uruguay. Plus, what is the latest with MLS expansion and the 30th team? And, the continued question of the USMNT striker position is still unclear.Sponsors! LinkedIn! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!FotMob! We love FotMob and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UEFA Women's EURO Final is only a few days away! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe preview Sunday's final between England and Germany and take a look back at the two recent semifinal matches. What are we expecting on Sunday? Which players will decide the game? And who do we think will win? All that - and more - on the show.Sponsors! LinkedIn! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!FotMob! We love FotMob and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener questions time! Ryan and Joe are here to answer your lovely inquires. You can find the full list of questions that we tackled down below.1) If Gregg Berhalter had a time machine that he could use during the World Cup Final to bring back a former USMNT player, who should he pick?2) How does the chaos going on with Iran’s men’s soccer team impact Group B at the World Cup?3) Is there a soccer equivalent to the Bobby Bonilla baseball contract?4) When watching games as a fan, whether in person or on TV, do we have any rituals?5) With many pro players looking for other positions in the sport as they age, why don't any players become referees after their playing career?6) What advice do we have for fantasy soccer players?7) What are our favorite soccer crests?Sponsors! LinkedIn! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!FotMob! We love FotMob and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Veteran TSS guest Manuel Veth returns (in-between his various journeys around the world) to discuss all the latest moves in Germany. We spend a lot of time on last season's top four (Bayern, Dortmund. Leverkusen, and Leipzig) but also take a look at Wolfsburg, Frankfurt, Schalke, Bremen, Freiburg, and more! How will Dortmund shape up without Haaland (and possibly Haller)? Can Leverkusen's consistency be the difference maker for them this season? Could Wolfsburg be the surprise of the season, in a good way? Plus, which Americans are poised for a strong 2022-2023 campaign, who might be in a relegation battle, and plenty more Bundesliga goodness!Sponsors! LinkedIn! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!FotMob! We love FotMob and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven look back on an array of closely contested Euro 2022 quarterfinals, before looking ahead to the final four matchups!Sponsors! LinkedIn! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!FotMob! We love FotMob and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio react to the news of Atlanta United President Darren Eales leaving the club for Newcastle. Plus, the MLSPA releases a list of upcoming free agents — who are the top players available? And, will there be big exits at NYCFC and LAFC?Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener questions time! Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to tackle your lovely soccer inquiries. You can find the full list that we answered down below:1) If we had a time machine, which transfers would we go back in time to block? And which ones would we make happen?2) Which country seems most likely to join Germany at the next nation to win both the men’s and the women’s World Cup?3) How does TSS view Carlos Tevez's soccer career now that he’s retired?4) Is Josh Wolff the next great hope for American managers?5) How do you shop for soccer tickets internationally?6) Who are some players that we had very high expectations for, but who never fully lived up to the hype?7) For Taylor, Ryan, and Joe: what is one food from your home town that you’d like Graham to try?8) Which of the other TSS hosts could last longest adopting Graham’s diet and routine?Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The USWNT won the Concacaf W Championship! Taylor and Joe are here to break down the final against Canada and talk big-picture takeaways from the tournament, standout players, players who struggled, and much more. Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, in Part 1, Graham and Taylor take a look back at the final group stage games of Euro 2022, and discuss which teams were the most disappointing (Norway), which players we will be sad to see head home (a couple of the Norwegians), and what we learned ahead of the knockout round (Norway won't be in it).In Parts 2 and 3 (starting around 19:43) we take an in-depth look at each of the quarterfinal match-ups, and try to predict the most likely tactics, 1v1 battles, and potential results.England v Spain: best all-around team vs the most technical team? Who wins and who changes their game plan first?Germany v Austria: high press and physical vs high press and physical = Not an ideal draw for Austria, but can they spring another surprise?Sweden v Belgium: get excited! get excited? Plus, The Return of Blackstenius (our new movie title, if nothing else)France v Netherlands: how might both teams line up without their most important attacking player, and why the Dutch will need to be less open if they want to contain a potent French attack.Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven are here to discuss the very latest in transfer news, including Barcelona's baffling financial situation, how Kalidou Koulibaly improves Chelsea, Toronto FC's growing Italian contingent, and much more!Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam and Paul open up this week’s show with Wayne Rooney being hired as DC United head coach. Plus, they dive into the war of words between Tanner and Thorrington on the signing of Gareth Bale. And, what has happened to the LA Galaxy?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, it's time for some listener questions! The whole crew is back on mic to answer your questions:1) What are the best ways to better understand soccer strategy and formations? Aside from watching games, are there online resources or something of that ilk?2) Why do Mexican clubs have so many sponsors on their kits? Are there any other leagues who handle sponsors similarly?3) How are we feeling about Leeds' transfer window so far?4) What went wrong at Barcelona for Riqui Puig?5) Is it a disadvantage for the USWNT to play in the CONCACAF W Championship while the UEFA Women's Euros are happening? Does the overall strength of NWSL balance out any difference in international competition?6) How did Wembley come to be a national stadium where no club team plays? What other nations have this arrangement, and what in your eyes are the benefits of having a national stadium?7) Why do people make fun of RFK Stadium and FedEx Field so much? Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Graham and Taylor take a look back at the 2022 Euros thus far. With every team having played at least one game, they get into the standout performers, tactical wrinkles, and major talking points that have dominated the competition thus far.Group A - How did England put eight past Norway, and how much trouble might the Scandinavians be in when they take on Austria in their final group stage game?Group B - Germany press their way into top spot, while Spain's lack of attacking prowess limited their chances against the Germans. Could Denmark spring a surprise in their upcoming match with Spain?Group C - Draws ahoy! But Sweden and the Netherlands still looking strong!Group D - Reports of France's demise may have been exaggerated... but second place is very much up for grabs!Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor and Joe are here to talk about the USWNT's most recent game: their final group stage match of the Concacaf W Championship against Mexico. What did we take away from the game? And what's next for the U.S.? We talk about that in the first two segments before answering some of your listener questions in the final segment!Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Transfer watch! Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven convene to discuss the hold-ups in Frenkie De Jong's move away from Barcelona, the ways in which Borussia Dortmund are spending their Erling Haaland money, a wild summer in MLS and much more!Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The USWNT is going to the World Cup! On this episode, Taylor Rockwell and Joe Lowery dive into how the U.S. women’s national team has performed so far at the Concacaf W Championship. Then, after the USWNT talk, we discuss Tyler Adams’ move to Leeds and Luca de la Torre’s move to La Liga.Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio put into perspective what Toronto FC’s summer moves mean for the future of the club. Plus, USMNT star Tyler Adams is heading to Leeds United. And, the guys answer your mailbag questions.Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener questions time! The whole crew is here to answer your lovely questions. You can find the full list that we tackled down below.1. What is an on-field rule change that we would implement to make soccer more exciting?2. What are some of the biggest and most memorable rivalries between players?3. What are the tactical differences between how the USMNT and the USWNT use their base 4-3-3 formations?4. In the modern area (1990 to present), other than Landon Donovan who is the biggest USMNT World Cup roster snub?5. What if, instead of awarding penalties, soccer implemented a power-play, where a goalkeeper would be unable to use their hands for a few minutes after the foul? How would the game change?6. Which soccer stars would we cast in a slasher movie?7. Who would win a game between 11 Taylor Rockwells and 11 Ryan Baileys?Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Taylor talks to veteran USMNT reporter about... well... all things USMNT! We start off by reviewing the USA's victorious campaign at the Concacaf U20 Championship: who makes Brian's starting eleven, which players could fit in well for the Olympics, and how much should we all be thanking the Philadelphia Union for this team's success? Then we take a look at some USMNT-eligible players who either have moved or could move this summer. Players discussed:1) Tyler Adams2) Jordan Pefok3) Haji Wright4) All them goalkeepers5) Chris Richards6) John Brooks7) Gianluca Busio8) Luca de la TorreAnd finally, we close by taking a look at the Americans who moved clubs in January 2022 in an effort to determine who could be poised for big things this season!Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven are here to preview UEFA Women's Euro 2022, which kicks off at Old Trafford on Wednesday July 6th! The gang review every team, discuss the key players and contenders, and much more!Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Tenorio is joined by The Athletic’s Pablo Maurer to discuss the BIG summer signings in Major League Soccer, including Gareth Bale to LAFC. Plus, Paul asks Pablo about his writing journey and the types of stories he finds himself attracted to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, we (but specifically Joe) take a long look at the US women's national team ahead of the start of the 2022 Concacaf W Championship, which could see the United States qualify for both the 2023 World Cup and the 2024 Olympics. How have head coach Vlatko Andonovski's tactics evolved from the 2020 Olympics, which major names will miss this tournament, and which youngsters are poised to break out this summer? We also break down the 23-player roster, position by position, and try to determine the most likely starting eleven (and how that eleven will handle the numerous defensive blocks we can expect in the group stage).Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener questions time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to tackle your lovey questions. You can find the full list that we discussed down below:1) Why is the MLS All-Star game on a Wednesday and not on a weekend?2) Who are the winners and losers of a 48-team World Cup?3) What teams should we look back on with higher regard, because although they got knocked out by the eventual winners they were good enough to have made a tournament final?4) Who are the next big homegrown players in MLS?5) How late in life could someone start playing soccer and still be a successful professional soccer player?6) If we could choose any three soccer people, who would we put on our Squid Game team?Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In June 2021, USL appointed its first-ever Sporting Director in Mark Cartwright, a former player, manager, agent and Technical Director at Stoke City. In an exclusive interview with TSS, Cartwright discusses the growth and ambition of USL, its position within the global soccer ecosystem, and the appetite for both pro/rel and a European schedule switch!Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, we figured it was a good a time as any to answer your questions about the four co-hosts. A select few of the many many questions include what player or moment made us fall in love with soccer, which soccer or life opinions have changed over time, favorite albums, basketball ability, and podcasts we would be doing in an alternate life. We also bring back the Wikipedia Game (an old old favorite) and aim to keep doing so after things got competitive!Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio have let the news of MLS and Apple's TV deal marinate, and now give their additional reflections. Plus, the most concerning areas for the USMNT roster heading into the World Cup. And, what are the most interesting storylines for the MLS summer transfer window?Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener questions time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe gather around their respective microphones and tackle your wonderful questions. You can find the full list that we answered down below:1. What is a goal that everyone loves, but that you think is overrated?2. Why isn’t stoppage time more precise?3. If we could be in charge of a team in any country and in any league, where would that team be?4. If we assembled a TSS coaching staff, who would be the head coach, assistant coach, statistician, etc?5. Which teams are the top contenders going into the women's EUROs?6. With the winter World Cup coming up, how will fantasy soccer be impacted?Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With all 32 participants in the World Cup now set, Graham, Joe, Ryan and Taylor take a look ahead to this winter's World Cup... even thought it will still be 85 degrees in Qatar. We go through each group to discuss latest developments, and get to the bottom of questions like:1) Will Qatar be competitive in a talented group?2) How concerned should England fans be about their recent form, and does form even matter in a group with this many relationships?3) Is this Argentina's year?4) Why is Denmark suddenly better than France?5) Will European giants dominate in Group E, or might the minnows find a way through?6) Who wins between Croatia and Canada?7) Brazil... still quite good? TLDL: yes8) Can Portugal play attractive soccer in a group that might reward a more practical approach?Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an MLS catch-up episode with Taylor Rockwell and Joe Lowery! We first discuss the Concacaf U20 tournament and the USMNT's opponents in their September friendlies, before going deep on the current MLS season. Joe explains, amongst many other things, how Cucho Hernandez could make the Crew instantly better, where Taty Castellanos should go if he ends up leaving NYCFC, the Union's missing piece that's limiting their on-field success, why TFC will still be fun when Insigne arrives, how the Revolution's sales aren't exactly helping them compete, why Atlanta fans should still be confident about making the playoffs, an MLS title in Texas, and why viewers should keep an eye on RSL.Phew. All that - and more - on the show.Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are taking a look at the very latest summer transfer deals, including Raheem Sterling's potential move to London —where he might form part of a new-look Chelsea attack — Karim Adeyemi's arrival at Dortmund, and much more!Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s listener question time! Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe combine to answer your lovely questions. You can find the full list that we discussed down below:1) With everything going on in Qatar, are we bad people if we still watch the World Cup?2) What can Gareth Southgate do to take England to the next level?3) Would the USMNT have qualified for the World Cup if they were in UEFA, CONMEBOL, or CAF?4) Would a combined North America national team be a contender to win the World Cup in 2022?5) What is the best starting XI that you can build from nations that didn’t make it to the World Cup, using at least one player from each confederation?6) Based off the most recent MLS salary figures, which teams are over/underachieving?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio give you the inside info on the new 10-year, $2.5 billion broadcast deal between Major League Soccer and Apple. How does the league benefit from this deal? Are there any concerns? Plus, how does Lionel Messi factor into this?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor and Joe are back with their final game review for the June window! This time, we break down the USMNT's 1-1 draw with El Salvador. What can we take from this game? Who impressed? Who struggled? We talk about all of that - and more - on the show.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.