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The Champions Champions Cup of History continues with two more matchups.First we have the famous 1954 Honved team that conscripted its way to being maybe the greatest club team in the world before the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 put an end to Puskas and co playing together.Their opponent is Pep Guardiola's Manchester City team that won the Premier League in 2017-18 by putting 100 points on the board.The second game features Johan Cruyff's 1992 Barcelona team, with Hristo Stoichkov and Michael Laudrup in attack, Ronald Koeman in defense, and a young Catalan man named Josep Guardiola playing the passes in midfield.Barcelona face the 1977 New York Cosmos, featuring the star wattage of Pele, Beckenbauer and Carlos Alberto. Will that triumvirate of legends be able to carry their less famous teammates to glory against Cruyff's men? The answer is, obviously, no. But it's a fun conversation nonetheless.SPONSORS!Listen to the Remarkably Remote podcast on this very podcast app you're using now, or visit GoToMeeting.com/tipsGo to Podiumwear.comhttp://Podiumwear.com and get your custom mask today, and bookmark them for when you’re ready for your next soccer kit order.Get 25% off your first order with the code "SOCCER" at SundayScaries.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a listener question extravaganza! 3:35 - How similar is FC Dallas’ system to the one used by Gregg Berhalter? 12:57 - Would similar systems at club level help the USMNT at international level?16:27 - Is there an ideal position for set piece taking? Is having a defender take it an advantage?20:48 - Today's episode is brought to you by Hydrant! Go to DrinkHydrant.com and enter promo code "soccer" to get 25% off your first order.22:55 - Can any tactical system work if the coach is given unlimited time and the right players? Are some systems better than others, or is implementation the key?29:13 - Favorite and least favorite formations?34:10 - Today's show is sponsored by Podiumwear.com, where you can buy facemasks and soccer team uniforms.35:43 - What is the basic strategy behind substitutions?42:51 - What tactical differences might we see if/when the MLS season resumes in an abbreviated timeframe? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A 2020 debutant. A pre-bald brace for a French midfielder. A bombastic hat trick at the Camp Nou. They all feature on today's show in which we leave no stone unturned in history of soccer (starting in the Premier League era) to discuss the eleven greatest debut performances (by an attacker who scored in the game) in soccer history.Today's show is sponsored by Podiumwear.com, where you can buy facemasks and soccer team uniforms.Today's show is sponsored by Sunday Scaries, specially formulated CBD gummies with Vitamins D3 & B12. Get 25% off your first order by using the coupon code "SOCCER" at checkout.Today's show is sponsored by Remarkable Remote, the new microcast from GoToMeeting available on your preferred podcasting device. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam, Matt and Paul take turns drafting players into their respective USMNT squads. Here are the rules: "We got to choose our own formations and points of emphasis. Each player was presumed to be at his personal peak from 2002 forward, and had to have lined up at his chosen position at some point in his career."Who gets rattled, who draft's Freddy Adu and which former USMNT coach isn't really enjoying this concept? All that and more!Sponsors! Today's episode of Allocation Disorder is brought to you by Roman. Go to GetRoman.com/TSS for a free online visit and free two-day shipping. And for you Athletic subscribers out there, here's a link to the article: https://theathletic.com/1802215/2020/05/08/mock-draft-building-three-u-s-national-teams-with-players-from-2002-present/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jason Davis and Jared DuBois are the co-hosts of JD and The Rod, a soccer and pop culture podcast.In this two-part crossover episode, our two shows have combined to make career mixtapes for two American icons.In part one, we each choose three Tom Cruise movies. You can find that episode in the JD and The Rod podcast feed. Go do it, I highly recommend it.In this, part two, we each choose three Landon Donovan games to watch, leading to a wide-ranging discussion about Landon Donovan's career.Today's show is sponsored by Podiumwear.com, where you can buy facemasks and soccer team uniforms.Today's show is sponsored by Roman. Go to GetRoman.com/TSS for a free online visit and free two-day shipping. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's episode two of the TSS Book Club! We're reading "The Age of Football: Soccer in the 21st Century" by David Goldblatt. You don't need to have read the book to enjoy these episodes, I promise.Chapter two is all about soccer in the Middle East, from the Egyptian ultras role in the overthrow of Mubarak to that little kid with the blue-and-white-striped-plastic-bag Messi jersey.Want to buy the book? Here are some links:To buy a hardcover copy of The Age of Football, go here: https://bookshop.org/books/the-age-of-football-soccer-and-the-21st-century/9780393635119(we're not getting a cut, just providing the link)To read via Kindle, try here: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Football-Global-Twenty-first-Century-ebook/dp/B07P55K5BZ/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Today's show is sponsored by Podiumwear.com and Policygenius.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of The Total Soccer Show...0:00 - The Bundesliga returns... in a few weeks6:48 - When did the Ronaldo vs. Messi debate begin?12:33 - Today's show is sponsored by Hyndrant! Go to DrinkHydrant.com and enter promo code "soccer" to get 25% off your first order.14:37 - Would the USMNT have won the World Cup if it had 1986 peak Diego Maradona as a one-man army on one of its prior teams? 23:24 - Would the current USMNT qualify for the 2022 World Cup if they were put in CAF (Africa) qualifiers?27:47 - Today's show is sponsored by Podiumwear.com29:52 - Which players shouldn't Everton have sold?37:01 - How has the style of play under Pep Guardiola different between each of the three teams he's managed?48:07 - Today's show is sponsored by Roman. Go to GetRoman.com/TSS for a free online visit and free two-day shipping. 49:50 - Dream soccer jobs that aren't podcasting?54:50 - Best cleats/boots/exterior footwear that we've worn and would recommend? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We profile Bianchi's brilliant turn-of-the-century Boca Juniors, built around the magical feet of Juan Roman Riquelme. We then examine the incredible Ajax team Louis van Gaal put together in 1995, featuring Davids, Litmanen, Overmars, Rijkaard, plus the teenagers Kluivert, Seedorf, and Kanu. What would happen if these two played each other?In part two, we imagine a match up between the Zinedine Zidane's first Real Madrid team, and Jurgen Klopp's current Liverpool team (the one with Allison in goal and with Mohamed Salah's shoulder firmly in its socket).We're asking you to vote to determine the winner of that Real Madrid vs Liverpool game. Please use this poll here: https://forms.gle/RGd52vy2pgUGEh7Z6Today's show is sponsored by Podiumwear.comToday's show is also sponsored by Roman. Go to GetRoman.com/TSS for a free online visit and free two-day shipping. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the today's episode of MLS Assist, FC Cincinnati interim head coach Yoann Damet joins Joe for another wide-ranging conversation. Topics discussed include:Damet's pathway into coachingCincinnati's new soccer philosophyThe team's latest acquisitionsHis ideas about player developmentWhat his hopes are for the season and beyondHis thoughts on the youth movement in coachingInspirational managers Today's episode of MLS Assist is sponsored by...PolicyGenius! If you’re one of the many people looking to buy life insurance right now, but you’re not sure where to start, head to Policygenius.comPodiumwear, a custom team apparel manufacturer in Minnesota. Because of the COVID-19 crisis, Podiumwear has started making face masks. Go to Podiumwear.com and get your custom mask today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor detail their (combined) 20 favorite transfers that almost happened, but ended up falling through for whatever reason. They also get into Alternative Timelines in which Blackburn were (and remain) the dominant side in the Premier League, Sir Alex Ferguson gave the hair-dryer treatment to no less than 3 global names, and Pele, Maradona and Garrincha all find themselves at new European homes.Spoilers below if you want to players and clubs discussed, in order:Zinedine Zidane to Blackburn Rovers, 1995Roy Keane to Blackburn Rovers, 1993Robert Lewandowski to Blackburn Rovers, 2010Ronaldinho to Blackburn Rovers, 2011Ronaldinho to New York Red Bulls (2010) and Man United (2003)Alan Shearer to Manchester United (1992 and 1996)Paul Gascoigne to Manchester United (1988)Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Arsenal (1996)Ronaldo to Arsenal (2003)Rivaldo to Bolton (2004)Steven Gerrard to Chelsea (2005)Kaka to Manchester City (2009)David De Gea to Real Madrid (2015)Gareth Bale to Birmingham (2009)Andres Iniesta to Rangers (2004)Leo Messi to Rangers (2004)Pele to Real Madrid (1962)Garrincha to Juventus (1963)Maradona to Sheffield United (1978)Didier Drogba to the Chicago Fire (2015)Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Hyndrant! Go to DrinkHydrant.com and enter promo code "soccer" to get 25% off your first order.Roman! If you're struggling with issues relating to ED, go to getroman.com/tss for a free online visit and free two day shipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're talking Pele and Maradona at the peak of their powers, but also their respective Santos and Napoli teams and the teammates and tactics that made everything tick.Timestamps:1:40 — Chocolate Hobnobs rule!5:10 — Cancer update11:05 — USWNT lawsuit update23:05 — A profile Pele's Santos team of 1961-62, featuring Pele at his peak surrounded by teammates he grew up with.35:55 — Remembering Jose Mourinho's first Chelsea team, a relentless winning machine from 2004-200746:45 — Santos vs Chelsea simulated (in our heads)53:30 — Carlo Ancelotti's Milan of the 2000s1:06:40 — Diego Maradona's Serie A-winning Napoli team of the late 80s and how it got the best out of El Diego.1:20:30 — Milan v Napoli simulated (using the power of imagination)SPONSORS!—Listen to the GoToMeetings microcast, Remarkably Remote—Get 25% off your first Sunday Scaries CBD order with code SOCCER. Use this url: https://sundayscaries.com/?affId=E7457011&c1=[theathletic]&c2=[aff]&c3=[podcast]—Get 10% off at TheBlackTux.com wit code SOCCER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor answer your listener questions...0:00 - New changes to the substitute rule7:11 - Why didn’t England's Golden Generation win stuff?21:37 - Today's show is sponsored by DoorDash! Get $5 off your first order and zero delivery fees for a month when you download the DoorDash app in the App Store and enter code TSS.23:52 - What is the appropriate number of teams Major League Soccer should have?29:40 - What is a wing back and what skills are unique to that position versus a fullback who joins the attack?36:59 - What, if any, competitive advantages do professional soccer players have when playing FIFA? 44:18 - Today's show is sponsored by The Black Tux Use code SOCCER at TheBlackTux.com for a 10% discount 47:57 - Is the USMNT better now than in 2002?57:52 - What should Newcastle fans do with the impending Saudi takeover at the club?1:08:46 - Is DeAndre Yedlin a better player for his club team than the national team? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take turns detailing the most disappointing/underperforming players (for whatever reason) in the 2019-2020 Premier League season. Spoilers ahead...Ryan's Squad (4-4-2): Kepa Arrizabalaga; Joao Cancelo, John Stones, Fernandinho, Angelino; Che Adams, Douglas Luiz, Tanguy Ndombele, Fabian Delph; Nicolas Pepe, Moise KeanTaylor's Squad (3-4-1-2): Kepa Arrizabalaga; John Stones, Jesus Vallejo, David Luiz; Nicolas Pepe, Paul Pogba, Danny Drinkwater, Christian Pulisic; Michy Batshuayi, JoelintonSponsors! Today's show is sponsored by TheBlackTux.com — use code "soccer" for 10% off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bobby Warshaw joins Joe and Jordan for a wide-ranging conversation. Topics covered include:Bobby's careerLife after professional soccerHow to analyze a soccer matchPrinciples of play vs tacticsWhy some basic soccer assumptions might be worth rethinkingThe brilliance of Bob BradleyThe MLS players who could make a big moveRead more of Bobby's thoughts at BobbyWarshaw.com/shareSPONSOR: Get 10% off your suit or tuxedo rental at TheBlackTux.com when you use code soccer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Timestamps!3:20 — Quick news check-in: Eredivisie season officially canceled, Bundesliga season waiting for green light to restart.8:45 — Barcelona 2009-11, profiling Guardiola's masterpiece21:15 — Leicester City 2015-16, the 5,000-1 longshot30:21 — Barcelona vs Leicester, how does it go down?38:40 — Arsenal 2004, examining The Invincibles50:10 — Real Madrid 1955-60, back-to-back-to-back-to-back-to-back European Cup winners.1:01:15 — Arsenal vs Real Madrid, who wins?Video!1960 European Cup Final, Real Madrid 7-3 Eintracht in Glasgow: SPONSORS!Today's show is sponsored by TheBlackTux.com — use code "soccer" for 10% offToday's show sponsored by DrinkHydrant.com — use code "soccer" for 25% off your first order Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you're for or against the MLS and Liga MX merger, you need to hear what The Athletic's Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio have to say about it.Sponsored by the Remarkably Remote microcast — give it a listen!and TheBlackTux.com — use code SOCCER for 10% offFind Allocation Disorder, Sam, and Paul on Twitter:@AllocationDsrdr@SamStejskal@PaulTenorio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Haven't read the book? Trust us and listen anyway! Daryl and The Athletic Soccer's George Quraishi are using introduction and chapter one of David Goldblatt's book The Age of Football as the jumping off point for a discussion about the commercialization of the World Cup, and soccer in 21st-century Sub-Saharan Africa.Buy the book!To buy a hardcover copy of The Age of Football, go here: https://bookshop.org/books/the-age-of-football-soccer-and-the-21st-century/9780393635119(we're not getting a cut, just providing the link)To read via Kindle, try here: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Football-Global-Twenty-first-Century-ebook/dp/B07P55K5BZ/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=SPONSORS!Donate to the Salvation Army via SalvationArmyUSA.org Use code SOCCER at TheBlackTux.com for a 10% discount Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you determine the greatest club team of all time? You start with a draw, of course. We pull 32 balls (AKA balled up pieces of paper) to determine the first round match-ups in the 2020 TSS Champions' Champion Cup of History. We'll begin analyzing the teams and determining some early victors of the first round starting next week. For now, here are the 32 squads involved:Honved 54-56Real Madrid 56-60Benfica 60-62Santos 1962-3La Grande Inter 64-67Celtic 1967 Man Utd 1968Ajax 71-73Bayern 74-76New York Cosmos 1977Nottingham Forest 1978-1980 Liverpool 81-84Napoli 85-90Steau Bucharest 86-90 Milan 88-90Barcelona 1992Ajax 1995-96DC United 1996Juventus 1995-1998Man Utd 1999-2001Boca Juniors 2000-2003 Real Madrid 2001-2003 Milan 2003-2007Arsenal 2004Chelsea 2004-7Inter 2009-10Barcelona 2009-2011Bayern 2013-16Leicester City 2015-16Real Madrid 2016-2018Man City 2017-19Liverpool 2018-2020SPONSORS!Listen to Remarkably Remote, the new microcast from GoToMeeting Use code SOCCER at TheBlackTux.com for a 10% discount Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here are the timestamps for today's show: 2:55 — Describing our plans for a greatest club teams of all time knockout tournament, and the plan to discuss David Goldblatt's new book, The Age of Football.To buy a hardcover copy of The Age of Football, go here: https://bookshop.org/books/the-age-of-football-soccer-and-the-21st-century/9780393635119(we're not getting a cut, just providing the link)To read via Kindle, try here: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Football-Global-Twenty-first-Century-ebook/dp/B07P55K5BZ/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=9:30 — If FIFA were to switch all international tournaments to be co-ed (5/5 for field players, goalies change at half) where would you ranked the United States, and why? Which country rises the most, and which falls the furthest?18:02 — What will happen to the Euro 2021 Women's Championship?20:02 — Which professional team would be your ideal place to play if you were a professional footballer?30:30 — On Soccer 101, Joe and Daryl recently reviewed the USMNT's 2009 win over Spain in the Confederation Cup. If you were to recreate the gameplan (defend and transition 4-2-2-2) with today's player pool, how would you line the US up?41:03 — Is there a particular reason that the West Indies have a combined cricket team but do not field a combined side in other sports such as soccer? Would a combined West Indies team challenge for WC qualification?51:57 — What are the pros and cons to having "B" teams play in a lower level of the soccer pyramid, like in Spain or the US, versus having them play in a completely separate league, like in England?SPONSORS!Listen to Remarkably Remote, the new microcast from GoToMeeting Use code SOCCER at TheBlackTux.com for a 10% discount Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe and Jordan take turns assembling their best elevens for an MLS Assist Tactics Showdown (patent pending). They've both got tactical instructions for their respective players, and are ready to talk some trash along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2:32 - Discussing the proposed takeover at Newcastle by a consortium featuring the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia.13:35 - The best curses in soccer history, featuring seven (hopefully predeceased) black cats, public urination, and Saxon burial grounds. Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...The Salvation Army! Your donations can help those affected by COVID-19 find help and hope. Make your gift at SalvationArmyUSA.orgUse code "soccer" for a 10% discount at TheBlackTux.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review episode six of Sunderland 'Til I Die, featuring dropped defenders, an overly emotional owner, and pain-killing injections.We also offer our up a few ideas for how we'd run SAFC, if we were in charge.We mentioned the Wise Men Say podcast in this episode. Here's a link to the episode where they review STID season two: https://wisemensay.co.uk/ep548/SPONSORS!Listen to the new microcast Remarkably Remote. Find it in the podcast app you're using right now, or via GoToMeeting.com/tipsGet 10% off at TheBlackTux.com by using the code SOCCER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your intrepid hosts are back together to talk about the big news that US Soccer has shut down the Development Academy. What brought about this decision? Where do we go from here? How will MLS teams move to protect their interests? Paul and Sam also extol the merits of the DA, as well as the drawbacks that need to be addressed in order to ensure longterm stability in youth development in the United States. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a listener question special! Here are the timestamps and questions:2:40 — Why did US Soccer shut down the Development Academy? What does it mean for soccer in America? Is this a good thing or bad thing or somewhere in the middle?24:25 — What has gone wrong with Mario Götze's career?32:30 — What would it take for Borussia Dortmund to Bundesliga title favorites?36:20 — Why doesn't Berlin have a dominant team despite being the largest city?39:40 — If you could drop 3 current USMNT players into the same squad in a top 5 European league, who would you choose and where would you play them?51:30 — Why could no one stop Arjen Robben from doing the one thing he was famous for? Here's a clip of Robben scoring the same goal, many times: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uoZ4jhE_FVw&59:55 — What characters or combination of characters from your favorite TV shows are you two most closely aligned with?SPONSORS!Find the Remarkably Remote microcast at GoToMeeting.com/tipsUse code "soccer" for a 10% discount at TheBlackTux.comUse TSS for 20% off at Manscaped.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We break down Episode 5 of the current season of Sunderland 'Til I Die, and ponder the big questions like why is Brexit involved in this episode, what is the Checkatrade Trophy and why is it important, is the themself song good, and much much more. Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...The Black Tux! Go to TheBlackTux.com and use code "SOCCER" for 10% off.Remarkably Remote, a new daily microcast from GoToMeeting all about making work from home work for you. Add to your Flash Briefing on Alexa or subscribe on your favorite podcasting app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to America's right back Steve Cherundolo about his current role as a temporary teacher and then also his five most memorable games for the US men's national team. We talk debuts, multiple world cups, qualifying in Central America, and much much more!Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...The Black Tux! Go to TheBlackTux.com and use code "SOCCER" for 10% off.Remarkably Remote, a new daily microcast from GoToMeeting all about making work from home work for you. Add to your Flash Briefing on Alexa or subscribe on your favorite podcasting app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why has soccer been slow to buy into analytics? What are some advanced metrics that can help analyze the game? How is MLS doing on the date collection and analysis front?Joe Lowery talks to Eliot McKinley of American Soccer Analysis to get answers to these questions.Because data is good, here are a few helpful timestamps:4:35 — Expected Goals12:15 — Expected Assists15:10 — Post-shot (or Keeper) xG18:10 — Expected Passing23:30 — How is MLS doing with data collection and analysis?27:00 — Tracking data and how it opens up analytics30:40 — Which MLS teams are most committed to data analysis? (Spoiler: they played in three of the last four MLS Cups ... ) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

0:00 - Ryan catches up on The English Game, and then catches Taylor up on Tottenham reversing their furlough planning.5:37 - The duo take turns giving their selections for the inaugural Stewart Donald "10 best January transfers of all time" that weren't at all panicky. Some big names, some smaller names, and one obvious name are all included!Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...The Black Tux! Order your suit or tuxedo at The Black Tux to get 10% off with the code “soccer”Hydrant! They provide flavored electrolyte packets that can be mixed directly into your water to make hydrating your body easy and delicious. To get 25% off your first order, go to DrinkHydrant.com and enter promo code soccer at checkout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

0:00 - Catching up on the biggest stories from world soccer, including proposed league restart dates, FIFA indictments, a crisis at Barcelona, sackings in Ireland, Mario Gotze on the move, and much much more!46:10 - Reviewing Sunderland 'Til I Die episode 4, and explaining lots of the background that was left on the cutting room floor.TSS is sponsored by Remarkably Remote. Listen via the podcast app you're using right now, or via this url: GoToMeeting.com/tips Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Doyle recently published a nice, long story for MLSSoccer.com, detailing his predicted/daydreamed US Men's National Team 2022 World Cup roster. So Daryl asked Matt to discuss the reasoning behind his picks, and the notable omissions. It's an episode full of youthful optimism and looking ahead to better times.Read Matt's story, here: https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2020/04/09/armchair-analyst-blue-sky-daydreaming-about-2022-us-mens-national-teamTSS is sponsored by Remarkably Remote. Listen via the podcast app you're using right now, or via this url: GoToMeeting.com/tipsToday's episode is sponsored by Policy Genius. Go to PolicyGenius.com and you could save $1500 on life insurance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam talks to five of his colleagues over at The Athletic about their funniest (and strangest) experiences covering soccer in the United States.1:40 - Jeff Rueter on Clint Dempsey and pizza12:42 - Pablo Maurer on Eagle Summits and Outback Steakhouse26:06 - Matt Pentz on life in Tucson during MLS preseason35:27 - Felipe Cardenas on tactics for avoiding video interviews48:49 - Meg Linehan on alcohol, sing-a-longs, and Katniss Everdeen lookalikes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Starting at 1:55, we offer you a deep-dive review of episodes two and three of Sunderland 'Til I Die, including Josh Maja lying both to camera and to a nice old lady's face.Then, we answer three listener questions. Here are the timestamps:42:30 — What became of the football clubs show in The English Game, like Darwen FC, Old Etonians, and Blackburn?54:45 — What are some of the most embarrassing on-field professional moments1:05:45 — Has the USMNT ever had a Gerrard/Lampard-like conundrum? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fergus wears a suit! Arthur stands up to his dad! Jimmy finds a job! We discuss the final two episodes of The English Game. We also answer some key questions:What year was this FA Cup final? Did Suter and Kinnaird really play against each other? Did the Lancashire FA really threaten to resign?Today's show is sponsored by Remarkably Remote. Listen via you favorite podcast app or visit GoToMeeting.com/tipsToday's show also sponsored by Policy Genius. PolicyGenius.com to get a quote Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe and Jordan take turns answering your listener questions, including...2:38 - Best MLS mullets throughout the years?6:06 - Will fullbacks become even more important to the attack than they already are?13:13 - Which player from MLS' early years would be best suited tactically to play today?27:30 - What are some wild predictions for the next evolution of tactics?35:50 - What made RSL's 4-4-2 Diamond so effective for so long?43:59 - What are the vulnerabilities of the 4-3-3 formation?52:30 - What current or former MLS players will be future coaches? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3:26 - Updates from the Premier League, including clubs finding themselves in hot water, players angry with government criticism, Kyle Walker being a naughty boy, and much more!22:11 - Our favorite conspiracy theories from soccer history, including Lasagna-gate, Syrian battle plans, pregnant players at the 1978 World Cup, Klinsmann getting his revenge, and much much more!Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Remarkably Remote, a new daily microcast from the experts at GoToMeeting all about making work from home work for you. Find out more by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or listen along at GoToMeeting.com/tipsDoorDash, the app that brings you food you’re craving right now, right to your door. Get $5 off your first order of $15 or more (and zero delivery fees for your first month) when you download the DoorDash app and enter code TSS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is dedicated to Peter Armatis. You can donate to the scholarship fund Fredericksburg FC have set up to honor Peter, here --> https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/go-ffc-go-navy-go-blues-scholarship-fundHere are today's timestamps:1:20 — Reviewing Sunderland 'Til I Die season two, episode one. It's like The Office, but football.26:45 Who would be the best and worst US National Team players to be quarantined with?33:58 — Does the Olympics being pushed back to July 2021 help the USWNT? If so, how?38:05 — Did Olivier Giroud really have a bad World Cup?44:11 — What style of play would be most exciting to watch in empty stadiums?47:47 — Given we're all at home with no new soccer and NBC Gold is now free through April. What are the top 5 games of the EPL 2019-2020 season that are worth re watching and why?Free NBC Sports Gold here: https://www.nbcsports.com/gold/premier-league/schedule#full-event-replays53:40 — Who are Daryl and Taylor’s favorite cult players for Wolves and Man Utd?John De Wolf story in The Athletic: https://theathletic.com/1295595/2019/10/17/strikers-want-a-football-player-to-play-against-not-a-butcher-like-me/Get 90-day free trial to The Athletic via http://theathletic.com/totalsoccer1:04:22 — How do you nutmeg a dog?Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped. Go http://manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% off plus free shipping.Send us your questions! --> totalsoccershow.com/questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode...0:00 - Possible MLS season restart dates and potential league structure if/when play resumes.20:35 - Impact of the Coronavirus on the transfer market, how certain teams (in the Premier League) will handle it better than others, and how MLS is uniquely suited to handle the situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Breaking down of every scene of episode four of The English Game, a show which almost certainly does not deserve this much attention.In our defense, we do add some good historical footnotes, including what really happened to Jimmy Love after he played for Darwen FC.Coming soon: The TSS Book Club. Our first book will be "The Age of Football: Soccer in 21st Century" by David Goldblatt. Link to buy the book, below:From your independent bookstore: https://bookshop.org/books/the-age-of-football-soccer-and-the-21st-century/9780393635119From Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Age-Football-Soccer-21st-Century/dp/0393635112 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After learning that Joe is solid on piano and Jordan is working on literature, the duo take a tactical look the very first and very last games of the inaugural 1996 MLS season. Up first is San Jose's opening-day winner over DC United, featuring mullets, tight camera angles, and league legends. After that, they get into DC's dramatic, come-from-behind victory in the 1996 MLS Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

England were functional at the 2018 World Cup, but now they're exciting. And maybe even good. Daryl is joined by B/R Football Ranks co-hosts Sam Tighe to discuss the current England set-up and to pick an ideal starting XI.There's some coronavirus, Messi v Ronaldo, and Marvel Cinematic Universe chat up front. If you have no times for pleasantries and want to get straight to the football, skip to 8:25Also, as you'll learn in you listen, Sam is celebrating his 30th birthday and can't go out! If you see this on March 31, please tweet a happy birthday message to @stighefootball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

0:00 - Ryan and Taylor start off by discussing the recent news that the Premier League is considering (with government backing) putting on a Mega Event to ensure the remainder of the season gets played. Ryan proposes taking to the high seas while Taylor wants to see high school pitches being put to good use!8:20 - After that, they take turns giving their combined nominations for the 10 worst transfers of all time (or at least, in modern times). I'd list the nominees here, but that feels like a bit of a spoiler...Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by HYDRANT! Go to DrinkHydrant.com and use code "soccer" for 25% off your first order Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show...0:00 - Sam gets mad at some MLS owners who could be doing a lot more to help out their local communities.8:13 - Telling tales from covering Major League Soccer for many, many years. More good stories coming from a variety of folks on next week's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to US men's national team "world class role player" Tony Sanneh about the working being done by The Sanneh Foundation, as well as Tony's experiences of playing very minute of every game for the USMNT at the 2002 World Cup. They also get into the current state of the US Soccer Federation and what needs to be done to improve soccer (across the board) in this country.Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by...Roman! If you're struggling with ED but don't want to wait a month to see your doctor, go to GetRoman.com and use code "TSS" to get a free online visit and free two-day shipping.The Black Tux! Go to TheBlackTux.com and use code "SOCCER" for 10% off.Remarkably Remote, a new daily microcast from GoToMeeting all about making work from home work for you. Add to your Flash Briefing on Alexa or subscribe on your favorite podcasting app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode three, we meet Fergus Suter's dad in Scotland's narrowest bedroom, see our hero say yes to that Blackburn move, and also yes to entire bottle of whisky the night before a game.We discuss what it's like to play with a hangover and get into the historical details of some of Arthur Kinnaird's Old Etonians teammates.For those who want to be extremely well dressed when eating dinner alone, today's show is sponsored by The Black Tux. Go to TheBlackTux.com and use code SOCCER for 10% off.Today's show also sponsored by The Athletic! Get a 90-day free trial using this url: TheAthletic.com/totalsoccer and we'll get the credit.Got questions for us? Please send via TotalSoccerShow.com/questionsStay safe and wash your hands! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl talks to Christian Polanco, one half of soccer podcast The Cooligans. Christian is also a professional standup comedian, and so he explains how life has changed for standups during the coronavirus pandemic, and how he has been using the time to both sharpen his soccer skills and produce maybe the best StayAtHomeChallenge toilet paper juggling video we've seen so far: https://twitter.com/SoccerCooligans/status/1240645584626896897At about 20:30 in to this episode, Christian starts giving us his list of the six standup specials he recommends we watch during the pandemic. The list, along with where to stream, is below:George Carlin — Jammin’ in New York (1992)via Prime (but you can also find it on Daily Motion) Paul F. Tompkins — Laboring Under Delusions (2012)via Comedy Central Now (subscription) or to rent on Primeor audio only via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1alxMPVMOF2lnmxEsKEbti?si=uFsVO5hMS4O3U7RzGkFscwMitch Hedberg— Comedy Central Presents (1999) via Daily Motion: https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z583r—Strategic Grill Locations (2003)audio via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/15QBJzC1hIQ5DdrU4VHQZz?si=dt9kLc6DQsqFBaOmmJsKuQMaria Bamford — The Special Special Special (2012)via NetflixTed Alexandro — Senior Class of Earth (2019)via the All Things Comedy website: https://allthingscomedy.com/blog/ted-alexandro-senior-class-of-earthPatrice O’Neal — Elephant in the Room (2011)via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HgrQkdJHdVEBONUS: Steph Tolev doing standup for her dog! https://twitter.com/StephTolev/status/1240326258841403392---SPONSORS!---Today's show is sponsored by TheBlackTux.com —use code SOCCER for 10% offToday's show sponsored by Him! Go to ForHims.com/totalsoccerED for a free online visit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, Daryl and Taylor discuss...1:43 - US Soccer's CEO is introduced and the conference call gets wild16:41 - Today's show is brought to you by HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/tss10 and use code tss10 for 10 free meals including free shipping.19:27 - Darlington Nagbe explains his USMNT absences28:18 - The Olympics have been postponed: what might that mean for the current crop of players?30:31 - Today's show is brought to you by The Athletic! Sign up now for a 90 DAY FREE TRIAL by going to TheAthletic.com/totalsoccer for a 90 DAY FREE TRIAL.33:29 - Answering your listener questions, including which players do we wish had stayed in their prime longer, how will an adjusted schedule impact the start of the transfer window, and much much more! Oh, and don't forget to check out one of the best Nike soccer commercials of all-time: Before Ronaldo/After RonaldoToday's show is sponsored by... Remarkably Remote, a new daily microcast from GoToMeeting all about making work from home work for you. Add to your Flash Briefing on Alexa or subscribe on your favorite podcasting app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, at least we still have strikers to watch, am I right?Daryl and Taylor review episode two of The English GameSPONSORS:The Black Tux! Go to http://TheBlackTux.com and use code SOCCER for 10% off.Hims! Go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccerED for your free online visit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joe and Jordan take some long looks at three Western Conference teams that started the 2020 MLS season in strong form.0:00 - Should Cross Kitchen Skiing be an Olympic event?2:59 - Sporting KC: the importance of defensive pressure, the flexibility of attacking fluidity, and the glory of Alan Pulido.30:57 - Colorado Rapids: How did they turn things around last season and how has that continued into 2020?38:54 - Minnesota United: broadcast limitation disclaimers up front, getting numbers into the attack helps destroy the opposition in their back. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor go deep on the least successful movie in US box office history, United Passions (2014). Why did this movie need to be made? Is there a plot? Does Sepp Blatter really see himself as a fighter of corruption? Are Nazis bad? Are the English worse? All that and much much more!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...DoorDash! Get $5 off your first order of $15 or more when you download the DoorDash app and enter code "TSS"The Black Tux! Go to TheBlackTux.com and use code SOCCER for a 10% discount Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We go deep on the first episode of Netflix's new historical series/period piece/soccer show, The English Game. What did we like, what didn't we like, and what did they get wrong from a historical standpoint. Send us a tweet or an email to let us know if you think we should keep reviewing the show and howe we should go about doing it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.