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January transfer window review: Barcelona and Newcastle's smart business, Spurs and Arsenal clear house & US players invade Europe!
Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to look back at some of the best and worst business done in the January transfer window! We start off with Barcelona somehow bringing in loads of talent on a limited budget, and then take a look at Newcastle (who sort of did the opposite). Plus, clear-outs at Arsenal, Manchester United and Spurs, smart signings for Liverpool, Villa and City, and roughly 274 Americans were on the move: which ones will have the biggest impact? All that plus Rangers, Juventus and Bournemouth (obviously).Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Athletic Greens! Visit athleticgreens.com/TSS to get a free one year supply of Vitamin D and five travel packs with your first purchase!Artifact! Head on over to heyartifact.com and enter code TSS to save $20 on your first Artifact!Babbel! Go to babbel.com and use code TSS when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription to get an additional 3 months for free! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFCON Quarterfinals: Senegal and Cameroon look dominant, Salah and Mane remain prominent
Ryan Bailey and Graham Ruthven are here to discuss the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals, which gave us great performances from Mo Salah and Sadio Mane, a very playful referee, and a few teams who appear poised to go the distance in Cameroon!Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Athletic Greens! Visit athleticgreens.com/TSS to get a free one year supply of Vitamin D and five travel packs with your first purchase!Artifact! Head on over to heyartifact.com and enter code TSS to save $20 on your first Artifact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: Personality differences between Canada and the USMNT, World Cup qualification scenarios, and much more
It’s a special mid-week edition of Allocation Disorder! After covering the game at Tim Horton’s Field, Sam, Paul, and Josh Kloke share their thoughts on Canada’s 2-0 win over the USMNT. Is it time for Canada to pack their bags for Qatar? What was missing for the U.S. on Sunday? All that - and much, much more - on the show.Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Athletic Greens! Visit athleticgreens.com/TSS to get a free one year supply of Vitamin D and five travel packs with your first purchase!Artifact! Head on over to heyartifact.com and enter code TSS to save $20 on your first Artifact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What went wrong for the USMNT against Canada? And what needs to change against Honduras
Well, that was a game. On this episode, Taylor and Joe dive into the USMNT's 2-0 loss away to Canada in World Cup Qualifying. What went wrong for the U.S.? What was behind their attacking struggles? And what needs to change ahead of Wednesday's game against Honduras? All that - and much more - on the show.Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Athletic Greens! Visit athleticgreens.com/TSS to get a free one year supply of Vitamin D and five travel packs with your first purchase!Artifact! Head on over to heyartifact.com and enter code TSS to save $20 on your first Artifact! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: From Columbus, Paul and Sam discuss the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifier against El Salvador and look ahead to Canada
Paul is back! On this episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam dive into the USMNT’s latest World Cup Qualifier, Thursday’s home game against El Salvador. They were both at the stadium in Columbus, so what did they make of the game? Which players stood out? Plus, what should the U.S. expect against Canada on Sunday? Paul and Sam get to all that - and more - on the show.Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Edmunds! Visit Edmunds.com and click on Edmunds Best Car Rankings to research and compare vehicles.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com.Trade Coffee! To get started, take their quiz at drinktrade.com/TSS and get $20 off your first three bags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

USMNT vs. El Salvador deep-dive review: Tim Weah’s importance, Christian Pulisic’s struggles, analyzing the U.S.'s tactics, and so much more from the USMNT's latest World Cup Qualifier
After watching (and re-watching) the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifier against El Salvador, Taylor and Joe are here with their full, deep-dive review. What did we make of Gregg Berhalter’s lineup and his decision to start Jesus Ferreira up top? What did the USMNT do well? And what did they struggle with? All that - and so much more - on the show. Also! We’ll be doing live pregame and postgame video shows for the USMNT’s game against Canada on Sunday in the Bleacher Report app. Download the B/R app and come watch us on Sunday!Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Edmunds! Visit Edmunds.com and click on Edmunds Best Car Rankings to research and compare vehicles.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com.Trade Coffee! To get started, take their quiz at drinktrade.com/TSS and get $20 off your first three bags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFCON Round of 16 Review: Salah takes the 'Ronaldo' penalty, Mane leads the Lions & tragedy in Yaoundé
Ryan Bailey and Graham Ruthven look back on the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16—a slate of games that was overshadowed by tragedy, but which provided underdog wins, plenty of shootouts and no shortage refereeing controversies.Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Edmunds! Visit Edmunds.com and click on Edmunds Best Car Rankings to research and compare vehicles.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com.Trade Coffee! To get started, take their quiz at drinktrade.com/TSS and get $20 off your first three bags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

USMNT World Cup Qualifying talk! Our analysis of Berhalter’s roster, building our preferred U.S. starting XI, what on earth should we expect from Canada, and much more
It’s almost World Cup Qualifying time for the USMNT! On this episode, Taylor, Joe, and Graham dive into the U.S.’s latest roster, preview their upcoming opponents (El Salvador, Canada, and Honduras), build their preferred starting eleven, and much more. Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Edmunds! Visit Edmunds.com and click on Edmunds Best Car Rankings to research and compare vehicles.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com.Trade Coffee! To get started, take their quiz at drinktrade.com/TSS and get $20 off your first three bags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review: AFCON updates, a convincing win for Chelsea, an unconvincing result for Juventus, a definitively Atletico performance from Atletico, and Graham lays down his in-stadium food laws
Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss all the biggest results from this past weekend. Up first, we go deep on the Premier League, with particular attention going to Chelsea's 2-0 win over Tottenham, which featured tactical adjustments for both teams, an incredible goal from Ziyech, and a thankless performance from Harry Kane.After that, it's a Continental Round-Up, featuring a what-could-have-been draw between Milan and Juventus, a hard-fought win for Atletico, and a non-aggression pact between Real Madrid and Barcelona.And finally, we discuss the first two knockout round AFCON games. Congrats to Tunisia and Burkina-Faso, and thanks to the latter for an opportunity to diagram some penalties!Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!Edmunds! Visit Edmunds.com and click on Edmunds Best Car Rankings to research and compare vehicles.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com.Trade Coffee! To get started, take their quiz at drinktrade.com/TSS and get $20 off your first three bags. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: Leeds' offer for Brenden Aaronson, Paul Arriola’s reported move to FC Dallas, ways to improve MLS, and much more w/Bobby Warshaw
On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Bobby Warshaw joins Sam to talk MLS, Gregg Berhalter, and much more!In the first segment, Sam and Bobby discuss Paul Arriola’s reported move to FC Dallas. What does this move mean for Arriola? And what does it mean for his USMNT prospects? In the second segment, they analyze ways to improve MLS and Leeds United’s interest in Brenden Aaronson. Finally, in the third segment, Bobby and Sam talk tools of the trade. How exhausting is breaking news for Sam? And for Bobby, what is it like recording the U.S. Soccer Podcast with Gregg Berhalter? All that - and more - on the show.Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!MyFitnessPal! Head to myfitnesspal.com and use code TSS to get three months free!American Giant! Get 20% off American Giant’s collection of durable essentials when you use code TSS at american-giant.com!Stance! You can get 15% off your first purchase when you use code TSS at stance.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lamela's rabona and the best goals of 2021, Rafa Benitez’s downfall, VSPs for our national teams, and more listener questions
It’s listener question time! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe team up to answer your lovely inquires. From soccer wedding officiants to unqualified coaches, you can find the full list of questions that we answered down below:1) The Premier League has decided to allow one amateur player per team, and we have each been selected. Which Premier League team would each of us choose to be added to in order to give us the best chance of scoring a Premier League goal? 2) What are our very specific predictions for our respective national teams in 2022?3) What goal do we think was the goal of the year for 2021?4) What's gone wrong for Rafa Benitez? 5) In honor is Ted Lasso, who are some of the most unqualified coaches in soccer history?6) Which footballer, past or present, would we have wanted to officiate our weddings?Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!MyFitnessPal! Head to myfitnesspal.com and use code TSS to get three months free!American Giant! Get 20% off American Giant’s collection of durable essentials when you use code TSS at american-giant.com!Stance! You can get 15% off your first purchase when you use code TSS at stance.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AFCON Update! Strong showings from Cameroon and Nigeria, the opposite of that for Ghana and Algeria, Senegal is the new Portugal, and much much more!
Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss the latest events in the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.Group A - Cameroon tops the group in convincing (but also sort of unconvincing?) fashionGroup B - Senegal still only has one goal thus far, so naturally we think there's a chance they end up winning the whole thing. Or, at least, Ryan does! Plus, big (literally) numbers for Malawi and perfect kits for Zimbabwe.Group C - Ghana in need of a rebuild, Gabon not in need of their most famous player, and Achraf Hakimi is very very good.Group D - Nigeria looking strooooong while Egypt are mostly just looking for Salah.Group E - The most delicately positioned group: all four can advance, all four can potentially crash out. But only Sierra Leone has garnered Graham's undying loyalty.Group F - Ryan ensures that someone from this group will end up as your 2022 AFCON Champions!Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!MyFitnessPal! Head to myfitnesspal.com and use code TSS to get three months free!American Giant! Get 20% off American Giant’s collection of durable essentials when you use code TSS at american-giant.com!Stance! You can get 15% off your first purchase when you use code TSS at stance.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans in Action! Dike’s first game for West Brom looks awfully familiar, Pepi starts, Kellyn Acosta’s move, plus Rusnak’s move to Seattle, TFC’s swap deal, and more MLS news
It’s Americans in Action time! Taylor, Graham, and Joe looked through the film and came ready to chat about how a number of different Americans performed over the weekend.On this show, we discuss Pepi’s first start for Augsburg, Dike’s West Brom debut, Scally’s first game back after COVID, Pulisic’s struggles, and so, so much more. Before discussing those American performances, we spend the first segment running through MLS news and notes! From Albert Rusnak’s move to Seattle to the Rapids trading Kellyn Acosta to LAFC to Justin Che’s move from Dallas to Hoffenheim, there was plenty to get to. Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!MyFitnessPal! Head to myfitnesspal.com and use code TSS to get three months free!American Giant! Get 20% off American Giant’s collection of durable essentials when you use code TSS at american-giant.com!Stance! You can get 15% off your first purchase when you use code TSS at stance.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review! Man City dominate, Sierra Leone’s AFCON fairytale continues & Real Madrid claim silverware!
The Weekend Review is here! While Taylor battles the wintry elements on the east coast, Ryan, Graham and Joe convene to discuss the action at the Etihad, the lack of action at Tottenham, some big matches at AFCON, Real Madrid’s Supercopa victory, and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: What does Ricardo Pepi’s transfer mean for Pepi and FC Dallas? Plus, a look at Mexico, Austin FC, the Houston Dynamo, and more with Jon Arnold
On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Jon Arnold joins Sam to discuss a slew of different topics. In the first segment, Sam and Jon discuss Ricardo Pepi’s move to the Bundesliga and FC Dallas’ offseason. In segment two, Jon dives deep on the Mexican men’s national team ahead of their World Cup Qualifiers at the end of this month. Finally, in the third segment, it’s all about the Houston Dynamo and Austin FC. What is the outlook for those two teams ahead of the 2022 MLS season? All that - and more - on the show.Subscribe to Jon’s newsletter, Getting CONCACAFed, right here!Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!LinkedIn! You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!Sonos! Check out the wonderful Sonus Beam by heading to Sonos.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener Questions! Cities that suck at soccer, Premier League jerseys & a Vampiric XI!
Ryan, Taylor, Joe and Graham are fielding your listener questions! On today's episode, we consider the female soccer figures who could manage in the men's game, the major cities in the world that suck at soccer, and an XI inspired by What We Do In The Shadows!Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!LinkedIn! You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!Sonos! Check out the wonderful Sonus Beam by heading to Sonos.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bundesliga catch-up w/ Manuel Veth: Is Ricardo Pepi a sign of things to come for Augsburg, what needs to change for Dortmund to challenge Bayern this season, and will Jesse Marsch get another Bundesliga gig?
Manuel Veth makes his triumphant return! We discuss a whole lotta Bundesliga, including...1) Eintracht Frankfurt's strong first half of the campaign2) Dortmund still looking like a collection of individuals vs a cohesive unit under Marco Rose3) Bayern Munich continuing to be Bayern Munich4) The differences in journalistic standards between the United States, Canada and Germany5) Ricardo Pepi's move to Augsburg: how did it happen and what does it mean for the club's long term plans6) The role of private investors in skirting the 50+1 rule7) The roots of Freiburg and Hoffenheim's strong seasons so far8) The poor results keep coming for Wolfsburg and Gladbach: what happens next?9) Is Jesse Marsch likely to get another Bundesliga coaching gig anytime soon?10) Is Domenico Tedesco the man to turn around Leipzig's fortunes?11) which 2. Bundesliga club is most likely to be playing in the top flight next season, and which ones would be best for the league?12) Stuttgart struggling, but no pressure on Pellegrino MatarazzoSponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!LinkedIn! You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!Sonos! Check out the wonderful Sonus Beam by heading to Sonos.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans in Action! Pepi’s Bundesliga debut, Musah and McKennie analysis, the USMNT’s January Camp roster, plus Diego Valeri’s reported move and more MLS updates
On this episode, Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into a whole bunch of American-centric action from the soccer world. In the first segment, we discuss the USMNT’s January Camp roster and some recent news and notes from around MLS.Then in the second and third segments, we chat about how a number of different USMNT-ers performed over the weekend. How did Ricardo Pepi do in his Bundesliga debut? What about Yunus Musah's performance against Real Madrid and Weston McKennie’s game against Roma? All that - and plenty more - on the show. Sponsors! Today’s show is brought to you by…DIRECTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Head to directv.com to learn more!LinkedIn! You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!Sonos! Check out the wonderful Sonus Beam by heading to Sonos.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review! AFCON is underway, Newcastle’s dismal display (in the FA Cup), Ricardo Pepi's big day, Juve vs. Roma was cray-zay, and much, much more
It was a crazy busy weekend of soccer! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe convene to talk through the action from the weekend and discuss anything and everything, including AFCON, the FA Cup, Ricardo Pepi’s Bundesliga debut, a wild game between Roma and Juventus in Serie A, and so, so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: Inside Toronto FC’s busy offseason, Lorenzo Insigne’s salary, looking ahead to the USMNT's World Cup Qualifier against Canada, and more
On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam is joined by The Athletic’s Josh Kloke to discuss Toronto FC’s pursuit of Lorenzo Insigne, his record-setting salary, Toronto's DP situation, and more. Then, it’s on to some discussion about the USMNT’s upcoming World Cup Qualifier against Canada on January 30th. What will the atmosphere be like? How dangerous is this Canada team? All that - and more - on the show.Sponsors! This episode is brought to you by…Helix Sleep! Get up to $200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two free pillows by going to HelixSleep.com/TSS!DirecTV Stream! Go to DirecTV.com to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What’s going wrong for Manchester United, Insigne to Toronto and MLS coaching changes, and answering more listener questions
It’s been a busy soccer week, so Taylor, Graham, and Joe are back together to update listeners on a host of topics and to answer some questions!In the first segment, we discuss what’s going wrong for Manchester United under Ralf Rangnick and dive into the latest information coming out of the Lukaku/Chelsea situation. In the second segment, we chat about Lorenzo Insigne’s upcoming move to Toronto FC, new coaching hires for a few MLS teams, and give some USMNT transfer updates. Then in the third and final segment, we answer your questions! You can find the full list of questions that we addressed down below:1) How will Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo retire? Will they have a farewell tour?2) Why did LAFC fall off the last two seasons? And has this called into question Bob Bradley's reputation as a head coach?3) How can we solve time wasting in soccer? Or does it need to be solved in the first place?4) How many tickets are available to away fans in a given match?Sponsors! This episode is brought to you by…Helix Sleep! Get up to $200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two free pillows by going to HelixSleep.com/TSS!DirecTV Stream! Go to DirecTV.com to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ideal managers to have as podcast partners, the differences between a good club manager and a good national team coach, the impact of a winter World Cup on the transfer market, and more Listener Questions!
With Ryan still wandering the world on vacation, Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to answer 6 listener questions:1) If you could have a show in the style of the Gregg Berhalter-Bobby Warshaw USMNT podcast, which club manager would you choose to be your recurring guest?2) With no World Cup this summer, why won't the Premier League extend its season into June?3) Why does UEFA have draws for the knockout round of the Champions League, as opposed to having a set bracket a la the World Cup?4) What makes one a good international manager, as opposed to a good club team manager?5) How will a winter World Cup affect the upcoming summer transfer market?6) Will Jesse Marsch’s dismissal from Leipzig have an adverse effect on the growth of Americans coaching abroad?Sponsors! This episode is brought to you by…Helix Sleep! Get up to $200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two free pillows by going to HelixSleep.com/TSS!DirecTV Stream! Go to DirecTV.com to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans in Action: January transfer window moves that have happened, might happen, or need to happen, featuring Pepi, Dike, Miles Robinson and more!
Taylor is joined by Joe and Graham to discuss some of the Americans that have already moved in the January window, as well as some of the moves that have been rumored, a few players in desperate need of a new club, and the Americans in Scotland that have most impressed our resident Glaswegian.Players discussed in this episode include, but are not limited to...1) Ricardo Pepi - How do Augsburg play and how will Pepi fit in?2) Daryl Dike - A familiar manager could (could) mean good things for Dike!3) Caden Clark - Back to New York isn't necessarily a bad thing4) Miles Robinson - At home in Atlanta, for now.5) James Sands - Will he and Graham become best friends? Probably.6) Matthew Hoppe - Remember him? Hopefully a Belgian club does!7) Sergino Dest - Should he stay or should he go?8) Chris Mueller - Changing times at Hibs could be a problem for the new arrival.9) Bryan Reynolds - Will he be released from Jose's punishment corner? Only time will tell.10) Many, many more!Sponsors! This episode is brought to you by…Helix Sleep! Get up to $200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two free pillows by going to HelixSleep.com/TSS!DirecTV Stream! Go to DirecTV.com to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review! Arsenal test City like few teams have this year, Tuchel drops Lukaku against Liverpool, action in La Liga, and much more
It’s Weekend Review time! Joe, Graham, and Taylor (and Sophie) combine to chat about the action from this past weekend. We discuss Arsenal vs. Manchester City, Chelsea vs. Liverpool (and the drama surrounding that match), a few games from La Liga, a pair of big USMNT transfers, and much more.Sponsors! This episode is brought to you by…Helix Sleep! Get up to $200 dollars off all mattress orders AND two free pillows by going to HelixSleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New Year's Resolutions for Man City, Man United, Steven Gerrard, England, Gregg Berhalter and many many more!
Graham, Ryan, and Taylor take turns suggesting some possible New Year's Resolutions for clubs, coaches and players in the football/soccer world... and make a few for themselves as well!Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code ‘TSS’ at Indochino.com!Babbel! Get an extra 3-months when you purchase a 3-month subscription (6 months total!) at Babbel.com/TSSWealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!Credit Karma! Go to CreditKarma.com/LoanOffers to find the loan for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Final Listener Question show of 2021! Why does the January transfer window exist, the best kit manufacturers, greatest players never to play for a heavyweight club, and much more!
Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to answer your listener questions, including...1) Why is there a January transfer window?2) Should MLS increase the number of international roster spots to improve overall league quality?3) Is Toni Kroos one of the greatest midfielders of all-time?4) Is David Moyes actually a quality manager?5) Have there ever been truly all time great players who never played for a genuine heavyweight in their league?6) Who are our favorite kit manufacturers, and why?Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code ‘TSS’ at Indochino.com!Babbel! Get an extra 3-months when you purchase a 3-month subscription (6 months total!) at Babbel.com/TSSWealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!Credit Karma! Go to CreditKarma.com/LoanOffers to find the loan for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boxing Day Review: goals goals goals in Man City v Leicester, which North London club is more likely to finish top four, and what is happening at Norwich?
On today's episode, Graham, Ryan, and Taylor take a look at all the Boxing Day action in England (and a little in Scotland). We spend a good amount of time discussing Man City's 6-3 win over Leicester and Chelsea's Lukaku-inspired victory over Villa, but also get into Arsenal's comprehensive destruction of Norwich (pour some out for Todd Cantwell), a resurgent Tottenham team dispatching a Covid-ravaged Crystal Palace, and ponder which potential Chelsea cast off could do the best at West Ham.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code ‘TSS’ at Indochino.com!Babbel! Get an extra 3-months when you purchase a 3-month subscription (6 months total!) at Babbel.com/TSSWealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!Credit Karma! Go to CreditKarma.com/LoanOffers to find the loan for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TSS Holiday Gift Giving Special! Reyna Clones, Bielsa Beer, Deila's Underpants & More!
We’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season, which means it’s time to give some gifts to people in the soccer world! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe gathered their microphones around the fire and discussed gift ideas, including “How to Manage Your Finances, For Dummies” (looking at you Barcelona), a Gio Reyna clone, new underwear for Ronny Deila, and so many others.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Sonos! Bring the stadium experience home with the all new Beam, Sonos’ compact smart soundbar for TV, music, and more. Go to Sonos.com to learn more!Papa & Barkley CBD! Go to papaandbarkleycbd.com/TSS for 20% off your first purchase.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code ‘TSS’ at Indochino.com!Credit Karma! Go to CreditKarma.com/LoanOffers to find the loan for you.Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com and enter the code 'TSS' to save $20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans in Action, plus a USMNT year end review, analysis of the New England Revolution’s trade for Sebastian Lletget, Charlotte FC’s expansion draft, and more
On this episode, Taylor and Joe cover a handful of topics from around the American soccer landscape! In the first segment, we dive into Charlotte FC’s expansion draft, the Revs' move to acquire Sebastian Lletget from the LA Galaxy, and we put together a year end review for the USMNT. Then, in the second and third segments, we chat about a bunch of Americans in Europe, including Christian Pulisic’s outing as a striker, Tanner Tessmann’s latest performance for Venezia, transfer rumblings surrounding Tim Weah, and much more.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Sonos! Bring the stadium experience home with the all new Beam, Sonos’ compact smart soundbar for TV, music, and more. Go to Sonos.com to learn more!Papa & Barkley CBD! Go to papaandbarkleycbd.com/TSS for 20% off your first purchase.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code ‘TSS’ at Indochino.com!Credit Karma! Go to CreditKarma.com/LoanOffers to find the loan for you.Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com and enter the code 'TSS' to save $20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review: Victory for the USMNT & the Conte-fication of Tottenham! Plus VAR drama, the importance of proper footwear when managing, and much much more!
There may have been a truncated Premier League schedule, but the weekend gave us plenty of talking points! Ryan, Taylor, Joe and Graham discuss the manic energy of Liverpool's trip to Tottenham, the positives of the USMNT's friendly victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, why managers apparently aren't supposed to be fashionable, and much more!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Sonos! Bring the stadium experience home with the all new Beam, Sonos’ compact smart soundbar for TV, music, and more. Go to Sonos.com to learn more!Papa & Barkley CBD! Go to papaandbarkleycbd.com/TSS for 20% off your first purchase.Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code ‘TSS’ at Indochino.com!Credit Karma! Go to CreditKarma.com/LoanOffers to find the loan for you.Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com and enter the code 'TSS' to save $20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: LAFC make progress in their coaching search, analyzing Charlotte’s roster build, Sebastian Lletget to the Revs, and much more
On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam and Felipe dive into a whole host of MLS topics. In the first segment, they take a look back at MLS Cup and discuss what comes next for NYCFC and the Portland Timers. In the second segment, Sam and Felipe update listeners on LAFC’s coaching search, analyze Charlotte FC’s roster build (so far), and discuss some trades that have been happening around the league. Finally, on the third segment, they answer your questions!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Helix Sleep! Get $200 off all mattress orders AND receive 2 free pillows at HelixSleep.com/TSS.Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Policygenius! They make it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy!Simplisafe! Take advantage of their Holiday deals and get 40% off your new home security system at Simplisafe.com/TSS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is Sergio Agüero one of the best strikers of all time, which players have improved most this season, how common is match fixing, and more listener questions
It’s listener question time! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe gather around their respective microphones to answer your lovely inquires. You can find the full list of questions that we discussed down below:1) Why has José Mourinho lost the ability to be a top manager?2) Is there a big global player shortage at any one position?3) How prevalent is match fixing in soccer?4) Where does Sergio Agüero rank in the list of the best strikers of all time? 5) With Ralf Ragnick at Manchester United, would Jesse Marsch be the most ideal next hire for them?6) Who is this season’s most improved player?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Helix Sleep! Get $200 off all mattress orders AND receive 2 free pillows at HelixSleep.com/TSS.Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Policygenius! They make it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy!Simplisafe! Take advantage of their Holiday deals and get 40% off your new home security system at Simplisafe.com/TSS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans in Action, plus picking a starting eleven for the USMNT’s upcoming friendly, MLS offseason updates, expansion draft, and more
Taylor and Joe are here to update you on some of the goings-on in American soccer! In the first segment, we talk about our expectations (or lack thereof) for the USMNT's friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina on Saturday (8:15 PM ET, FS1, UniMás and TUDN) and run through a potential lineup for that game. In segment two, we shift our attention to the MLS offseason, discussing coaching changes, trades, and the expansion draft. Finally, in the third segment it's on to American in Action - and Americans in Inaction - where we talk about Chris Richards' game-winner, Taylor's thoughts on Luca de la Torre, issues with John Brooks and Sergiño Dest, and much more.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Helix Sleep! Get $200 off all mattress orders AND receive 2 free pillows at HelixSleep.com/TSS.Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Policygenius! They make it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy!Simplisafe! Take advantage of their Holiday deals and get 40% off your new home security system at Simplisafe.com/TSS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review! Chaos in the Champions League draw, Vinicius Jr. and Real top Atleti in the Madrid Derby, Chelsea’s penalties get them past Leeds, and much more
It was, as ever, a packed soccer weekend! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe convene to recap much of the weekend’s action. Between the Madrid Derby, penalties in the Premier League, Domenico Tedesco’s Leipzig debut, and the botched Champions League draw, there was plenty to talk about.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Helix Sleep! Get $200 off all mattress orders AND receive 2 free pillows at HelixSleep.com/TSS.Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Policygenius! They make it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy!Simplisafe! Take advantage of their Holiday deals and get 40% off your new home security system at Simplisafe.com/TSS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2021 MLS Cup deep-dive review: Portland and NYCFC kept it dramatic all the way through!
On this episode, we go deeeep on the 2021 MLS Cup, and discuss the big questions like what does a stadium do when a college basketball game goes long, is Ronny Deila stripping as majestic as it sounds, and why remembering to cast your MVP ballot can be a challenge. We also get into stuff that actually happened in the game, including the Golden Boot Winner was wide open for his goal and how NYCFC were able to blast their way through a penalty shootout and to the title!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Helix Sleep! Get $200 off all mattress orders AND receive 2 free pillows at HelixSleep.com/TSS.Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Policygenius! They make it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy!Simplisafe! Take advantage of their Holiday deals and get 40% off your new home security system at Simplisafe.com/TSS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: Providence Park’s impressive atmosphere, an update on NYCFC’s stadium search, the potential end of the Diego Valeri era, and more storylines ahead of MLS Cup
On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam is joined by Matt Pentz and Alex Abnos of The Athletic to talk all about Saturday’s MLS Cup. Is this the end of the Diego Valeri era in Portland? Why do the Pacific Northwest teams keep making MLS Cup? Is NYCFC ever going to get their own stadium? Sam, Matt, and Alex talk about all that and much more. Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!Wealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!SeatGeek! You can get $20 off your first purchase with promo code TSS at seatgeek.com or on the SeatGeek app!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at Indochino.com!LinkedIn! Are you looking for that perfect hire? You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Liverpool, Bayern, and Ajax are flying, Barca end up in the Europa League, record USMNT participation, and more from the Champions League group stage
The Champions League group stage is officially in the books! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe discuss what went down, how it went down, and what comes next for the teams moving on to the knockout stages. In the first segment, we chat about Groups A through C and discuss PSG’s issues, Manchester City’s balance, Liverpool as favorites, and Ajax’s incredible run. In the second segment, it’s on to Groups D through F to heap praise on Bayern, collectively sigh at Barcelona, and question Real Madrid and Inter. Finally, in the third segment, we talk through the American-filled Group G and Chelsea and Juventus’ prospects after making it out of Group H.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!Wealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!SeatGeek! You can get $20 off your first purchase with promo code TSS at seatgeek.com or on the SeatGeek app!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at Indochino.com!LinkedIn! Are you looking for that perfect hire? You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Listener Questions! Where would the USMNT finish in a Premier League season, the best and worst second halves to a season, what makes Carlo Ancelotti such a successful manager, and much more!
On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe answer some of your wonderful listener questions! You can find the full list that we discussed down below: 1) Is it better for the MLS Cup championship game to be played in a neutral venue or at the home ground of the higher seeed?2) Where does Jordan Morris fit into Gregg Berhalter's USMNT?3) What makes Carlo Ancelotti such a good manager?4) If the USMNT were in the Premier League for this season, where would they finish?5) Where will Newcastle finish this campaign, and what are some of the best and worst end-of-season turnarounds in soccer history?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!Wealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!SeatGeek! You can get $20 off your first purchase with promo code TSS at seatgeek.com or on the SeatGeek app!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at Indochino.com!LinkedIn! Are you looking for that perfect hire? You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MLS Cup Preview: How Portland and NYCFC will play, players to watch, strengths, weaknesses, and more! Plus, USMNT roster analysis
MLS Cup is just around the corner! Oh, and there’s a USMNT game coming up soon, too! On this episode, Taylor, Joe, and Jordan Angeli break down Gregg Berhalter’s roster for the U.S.’s upcoming friendly against Bosnia and Herzegovina on December 18th. We chat about that in the first segment before looking ahead to Saturday’s MLS Cup matchup between the Portland Timbers and New York City FC in the second and third segments.What should we expect from each team? How will they play? How can they exploit each other’s weaknesses? We talk about all that - and make some Very Specific Predictions - on the show.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!Wealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!SeatGeek! You can get $20 off your first purchase with promo code TSS at seatgeek.com or on the SeatGeek app!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at Indochino.com!LinkedIn! Are you looking for that perfect hire? You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review! Jesse Marsch is out at Leipzig, Portland and NYCFC advance to MLS Cup, refereeing controversy in Der Klassiker, and so much more
It’s Weekend Review time! Ryan, Graham, and Joe teamed up to chat about a chunk of the action from this past weekend, including the MLS Conference Finals, Bayern vs. Dortmund, a host of Premier League games, and more! Before any of that, though, we discussed RB Leipzig and Jesse Marsch “parting ways”. What went wrong for Marsch? And why did Leipzig want to go in a different direction? All that - and more still - on the show.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...American Giant! Use code TSS to get 20% off American Giant’s collection of clothing essentials at american-giant.com!Wealthfront! Want $5,000 managed for free? Head over to Wealthfront.com/TSS!SeatGeek! You can get $20 off your first purchase with promo code TSS at seatgeek.com or on the SeatGeek app!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at Indochino.com!LinkedIn! Are you looking for that perfect hire? You can post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS!BetterHelp! Go to BetterHelp.com/TSS to get 10% off your first month of customized online therapy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Allocation Disorder: FC Cincinnati want Jim Curtin, plus other coaching updates, postseason craziness, Mexico's national team rebrand, and much more
On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam is joined by Felipe Cardenas! Sam and Felipe talk MLS playoffs, potential coaching changes, Mexico’s national team rebrand, and much more.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!Policygenius! Policygenius makes it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com/TSS to save 20 dollars on your first Artifact!HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/TSS14 and use code TSS14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Credit Karma! Head to Credit Karma.com/LoanOffers to see personalized offers with your Approval Odds right now!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Famous soccer conspiracy theories, MLS’s weird playoff schedule, AFCON’s impact on clubs, and many more listener questions
On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe answer some of your wonderful listener questions! You can find the full list that we discussed down below: 1) For MLS to take the next step in its evolution, does it need to change the playoff schedule?2) Which clubs will be at a disadvantage with players taking part in the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations?3) Why don't players get fired like coaches do? 4) Which leagues or clubs will benefit most from a winter World Cup?5) What are some of our favorite soccer games that were played in bad weather? And why don’t more stadiums have retractable roofs?6) What are some of the most famous conspiracy theories in soccer?Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!Policygenius! Policygenius makes it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com/TSS to save 20 dollars on your first Artifact!HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/TSS14 and use code TSS14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Credit Karma! Head to Credit Karma.com/LoanOffers to see personalized offers with your Approval Odds right now!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

MLS conference semifinals review w/ Joe and Jordan: NYCFC switch it up against the Revs, RSL twirl their mustaches, Portland powers past Colorado, and Philly needs more goals!
On today's episode, Joe and Jordan return to discuss the second round of MLS playoffs aka the conference semifinals aka the MLS Cup quarterfinals. There are 10 goals, 2 shootouts, 1 late late winner, 2 red cards, and zero partridges in pear trees.In the first half of the show, we discussed the Eastern Conference (New England-NYCFC and Philadelphia-Nashville) before moving on to the Western Conference (Sporting KC-RSL and Colorado-Portland).Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!Policygenius! Policygenius makes it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com/TSS to save 20 dollars on your first Artifact!HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/TSS14 and use code TSS14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Credit Karma! Head to Credit Karma.com/LoanOffers to see personalized offers with your Approval Odds right now!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Americans in Action: Gio Reyna is back in training! Tessman shines, questions arise about Dest, cold Word Cup Qualifiers, and much more
Taylor and Joe are back with another look at various USMNT-ers who were in action this past weekend. We discuss Tanner Tessman’s sharp performance, Konrad’s struggles, John Brooks trying to work his way back into the USMNT fold, Konrad's struggles, and a whole bunch more. Also, up front: an update on upcoming USMNT camps and Word Cup Qualifier locations!Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!Policygenius! Policygenius makes it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com/TSS to save 20 dollars on your first Artifact!HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/TSS14 and use code TSS14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Credit Karma! Head to Credit Karma.com/LoanOffers to see personalized offers with your Approval Odds right now!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review! Rangnick makes his move to Manchester, Vinicius Jr. lifts Real Madrid over Sevilla, Orange County win silverware in the USL Championship, RSL keep RSL-ing, and more
It's International Daryl Grove Day! We honor our colleague's memory with some happy remarks and a spirited round of The Wikipedia Game, and then it's on to the Weekend Review.If you'd like to support the recipient of the community service award given in Daryl's honor, you can head here: Richmond Conexiones They are a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization here in Richmond that designs its programs according to the needs and interests of the mostly Latinx immigrant residents in Southwood apartments and southside Richmond._____On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe chat about City's win over a strong West Ham team, Manchester United's decision to hire Ralf Rangnick on an interim basis, Real Madrid's win over Sevilla in La Liga, the USL Championship Final, MLS playoffs, Copa Libertadores, and much more.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!Policygenius! Policygenius makes it easy to compare quotes from over a dozen top insurers all in one place. Head to Policygenius.com to get started today!Artifact! Start making an instant heirloom for your family or best friend at heyartifact.com/TSS to save 20 dollars on your first Artifact!HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/TSS14 and use code TSS14 for up to 14 free meals AND 3 free gifts!Credit Karma! Head to Credit Karma.com/LoanOffers to see personalized offers with your Approval Odds right now!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Ochoa plays the villain in one of the weirdest MLS games ever, Hany Mukhtar and Nashville play through Orlando, a demolition derby in Chester, and more from Round One of the MLS Cup Playoffs
We're in the thick of the MLS Cup Playoffs and things are getting wild! On this episode, Taylor, Joe, and Jordan Angeli team up to analyze Round One, which included six games, a penalty shootout, a game that "set soccer back probably 10 years in terms of style", and a whole bunch of other stuff.We discussed Seattle vs. RSL and Nashville vs. Orlando in detail before getting to Philly vs. the Red Bulls, SKC vs. Vancouver, Portland vs. Minnesota, and NYCFC vs. Atlanta United.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Indochino! You can save $50 on any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Sonos! Head to Sonos.com to learn more about the excellent and all-new Sonos Beam!Harry's Razors! Get the Starter Set (a $13 value) for just $3 at Harrys.com/TSSPapa & Barkley! Go to PapaandBarkleyCBD.com/TSS to get 20% off your first purchase!Canva! Right now, you can get a free 45-day extended trial when go to Canva.me/SOCCER! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TSS’s Annual Soccer Thanksgiving Special! Courageous NWSL players, a failed European Super League, the USMNT’s second-place spot in WCQ, and many other things we're thankful for
It's our annual Thanksgiving show! With just a couple of days until Thanksgiving, Taylor, Ryan, Joe, and Snaves gathered around their respective mics to talk about soccer things that they're thankful for this year. From the USMNT's current position in World Cup Qualifying to having plenty of soccer on TV to still being able to eat ketchup, there was plenty to chat about.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Indochino! You can save $50 on any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Sonos! Head to Sonos.com to learn more about the excellent and all-new Sonos Beam!Harry's Razors! Get the Starter Set (a $13 value) for just $3 at Harrys.com/TSSPapa & Barkley! Go to PapaandBarkleyCBD.com/TSS to get 20% off your first purchase!Canva! Right now, you can get a free 45-day extended trial when go to Canva.me/SOCCER! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Weekend Review: NWSL Championship recap, plus Liverpool rampant against Arsenal, Ole Out at Man United, Xavi very much in at Barcelona, and MLS playoff review
On a packed episode of The Total Soccer Show, Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to talk about allll the many things that happened this past weekend, including...1) The NWSL Championship game: how good was Trinity Rodman, was the winning goal good or lucky or both, and praise for both teams in a hard-fought game.2) Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is out... meaning we have to talk about Manchester United again, albeit briefly.3) Liverpool hang four on Arsenal while Klopp and Arteta did some screaming4) Xavi is at the wheel for Barcelona's game against rivals Espanyol: what did we make of the new manager's first game?5) MLS playoff recap, featuring thundering goals, an angry centerback, late winners, and a whole lot of fun.6) Ryan goes to a Serie A game... and is, as expected, slightly underwhelmed.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Indochino! You can save $50 on any purchase of $399 or more by using code TSS at Indochino.com!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!Sonos! Head to Sonos.com to learn more about the excellent and all-new Sonos Beam!Harry's Razors! Get the Starter Set (a $13 value) for just $3 at Harrys.com/TSSPapa & Barkley! Go to PapaandBarkleyCBD.com/TSS to get 20% off your first purchase!Canva! Right now, you can get a free 45-day extended trial when go to Canva.me/SOCCER! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

International Break Review! Canada dominate, Italy & Portugal face tricky fate
Five of the six FIFA confederations pursued World Cup Qualification during this international break (come on OFC, get it together!) and nine teams qualified for the big show in Qatar. Ryan, Taylor, Graham and Joe are here to look at the success stories, the also-rans, and whatever Scotland is these days.Sponsors!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows to TSS listeners who visit HelixSleep.com/TSS!Wealthfront! To get your first $5,000 managed for free, go to wealthfront.com/TSS!Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off American Giant’s collection of durable essentials when you use code TSS at american-giant.com!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!DirecTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Visit directv.com to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Conte and Nuno differ, what are soccer’s biggest revolutionizing moments, is having a men’s World Cup every three years a good idea, and more listener questions
On this show, Taylor, Ryan, and Joe answer your listener questions! You can find the full list down below:1) Which footballer would you want to be your dad?2) If you could place a player in their prime at a different club with a different playing style, where would you move them?3) What if FIFA went to a 3 year cycle for the men's World Cup? 4) How would we rank the following football leagues in terms of style, skill level, and entertainment: Scottish Premier League, English Championship, Major League Soccer, and Liga MX?5) What was the biggest revolutionizing moment in the soccer world?6) How does Conte's style of three at the back differ from Nuno's three at the back? If Nuno was unwilling or unable to keep his style when he moved to Spurs, what does Conte have that Nuno did not?7) How can we celebrate Daryl on his birthday (11/29)? In addition to hugging people & using puns, what are some causes or charities that we could support in his honor?And as Taylor discussed at the end of the show, here are some charities that you can donate to in Daryl's honor:Colorectal Cancer Alliance: https://www.ccalliance.org/Street Soccer USA: https://www.streetsoccerusa.org/The Healing Place/Caritas: https://www.caritasva.org/programs/healing-place/Richmond Conexiones: https://www.instagram.com/richmondconexiones/?hl=enSponsors!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders and two free pillows to TSS listeners who visit HelixSleep.com/TSS!Wealthfront! To get your first $5,000 managed for free, go to wealthfront.com/TSS!Better Help! TSS listeners get 10% off their first month at BetterHelp.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off American Giant’s collection of durable essentials when you use code TSS at american-giant.com!Omaze! Enter today to win life-changing prizes and experiences at omaze.com/TSS20. Plus, receive 20 extra entries when you enter code TSS20!DirecTV! DIRECTV STREAM brings your live TV and on demand favorites together like never before. Visit directv.com to learn more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.