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Taylor is back from Germany, which means it's time for a (belated) weekend review with Ryan Bailey! Detailed time stamps will be added later, but for now... Topics discussed include: VAR drama in the Premier League, specifically in Everton-Tottenham Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek. Download the app and use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase. Pulisic scores again, things aren't heating up in La Liga, Bayern Munich get thrashed and Niko Kovac takes the blame, plus much more! There's also an extended rant/discussion regarding the racist abuse suffered by Mario Balotelli this past weekend. Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS9 and use code TSS80 for $80 off your first four boxes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We were in Germany with The Cooligans so we sat down with my guys and recorded another listener questions crossover special. This is part one. You'll find the second part in The Cooligans podcast feed. Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped! Go to http://manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% plus free shipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Daryl and Taylor in Germany, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angelini step in to review the MLS Conference Finals. Expect tactical analysis and sharp insights from Joe and Jordan as they break down LAFC vs Seattle Sounders and Atlanta United vs Toronto FC Today's show is sponsored by ENCLOSED! Listen to the show and hear how you can get $35 off any multi month subscription to http://enclosed.gifts Today's show is sponsored by RUFFNECK SCARVES! Use code TOTALSOCCERSHOW for 20% off at http://RuffneckScarves.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meg Linehan is back on the show to discuss Vlatko Andonovski's introductory press conference: what next for the manager, for the program, and for GM Kate Markgraf? After that, they review the NWSL Championship, ponder what the future may hold for the North Carolina Courage, and provide some updates on the players' lawsuit against the federation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to Matt Hermann of the Talking Fussball podcast. They discuss the Bundesliga's surprise team Borussia Monchengladbach, as well as the respective seasons of perennial title contenders Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund. They also get into which Americans have done well this season, which teams might continue to over-perform, and why the Dusseldorf v Koln game this weekend is more interesting than it might seem on paper. SPONSORS: Get $10 off your first three months of fuboTV via http://fubotv.com/tss Get 10% off at http://talismancaps.com with code TOTALSOCCER10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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It's weekend review time! Ryan and Taylor discuss a wild weekend in world soccer... 1:46 - Liverpool v Tottenham 11:16 - Burnley v Chelsea 22:50 - Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek. Download the app and use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase. 26:08 - Arsenal v Crystal Palace 33:10 - Southampton v Leicester City 38:07 - Today's show is sponsored by Away, makers of thoughtful luggage for modern travel! You can check out all their offerings at http://awaytravel.com/tss and use the promo code "TSS" to get $20 off your order. 41:45 - NWSL Championship review 48:40 - USA v Senegal in the U17 World Cup 54:06 - Quick hits from the Bundesliga, La Liga, Scotland, and more! Oh, and here's the link to Boris Johnson careening into a child: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IBt8AoLBCoo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor talk to Joe Lowery about the 4 MLS conference semifinals that took place this week: 1) NYCFC v Toronto 2) Seattle v RSL 3) Atlanta v Philadelphia Union 4) LAFC v LA Galaxy 5) Conference final previews 1:17:21 - After that, Taylor talks to Jeff Kassouf of The Equalizer about this weekend's NWSL Final between the North Carolina Courage and the Chicago Red Stars. They also get into the NWSL Best XI controversy, the USWNT coaching search coming to an end, and Alex Morgan at the Olympics. Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by... Enclosed! Surprise your significant other with high-end designer lingerie and get $35 off any multi month order! Go to Enclosed.gifts and use the code "TOTALSOCCER" at checkout to get $35 off. Away, makers of thoughtful luggage for modern travel! You can check out all their offerings at http://awaytravel.com/tss and use the promo code "TSS" to get $20 off your order. Ruffneck Scarves! Go to http://RuffneckScarves.com and use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" for a 20% discount. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We answer 13 listener questions about the USMNT, including the big one. Here's the article from The Nation, featuring quotes from Hugo Perez: https://www.thenation.com/article/us-soccer-latino-neglect/ Call in to the JD and The Rod show tonight (Wednesday), from 10 pm Eastern, at this number: 717-727-BEST SPONSORS: Get $10 off your first three months of fuboTV via http://fubotv.com/tss Get your Hims hair kit for $5 at http://forhims.com/totalsoccer Get 10% off at http://talismancaps.com with code TOTALSOCCER10 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are joined by MLS expert Joe Lowery to discuss the six Round One playoff games and then look ahead to the Conference Semifinals or, as Daryl calls them, the quarterfinals. Timestamps, because we know you're only here to hear about your team. Unless you're a DC United fan. 1:55 — Big announcement! Please help us name our new MLS show. Tweet it at us and Joe (@totalsoccershow, @joeincleats) and use the hashtag #TSSMLS 7:00 — Atlanta United v New England Revolution 13:45 — Seattle Sounders v FC Dallas 20:40 — Sponsor! Go to http://PolicyGenius.com to get life insurance quotes, and apply in minutes 22:20 — Toronto FC v DC United 26:50 — Real Salt Lake v Portland Timbers 32:20 — Philadelphia Union v New York Red Bulls 38:15 — Minnesota United v LA Galaxy 45:30 — Sponsor! Use code TSS at http://manscaped.com for 20% off and free shipping 47:55 — NYCFC v Toronto FC preview 54:00 — Seattle Sounders v RSL preview 58:25 — Atlanta United v Philadelphia Union preview 1:03:58 — LAFC v LA Galaxy preview Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor take a look back at some of the biggest moments of the weekend, including... 1:48 - Manchester United v Liverpool 22:35 - Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek. Download the app and use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 25:03 - Chelsea v Newcastle 37:35 - Today's episode of The Total Soccer Show is brought to you by Hims! Go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccer to get a Hims hair-loss kit for $5 40:09 - Sargent scores for Werder Bremen 41:41 - Seattle v FC Dallas, but mostly Jordan Morris chat... including should he go abroad at the end of the season? 51:13 - NWSL playoff semifinal abbreviated reviews 54:36 - USL League One Final/Lansing Ignite updates 56:29 - Liga MX drama/violence/relegation weirdness 1:00:51 - TSS Scouting Network updates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a two-parter on this Friday episode! 2:15 - Part I features Meg Linehan of The Athletic discussing the likelihood of Seattle Reign FC coach Vlatko Andonovski taking over the US women's national team. Meg also previews what to watch for in this weekend's NWSL playoff semifinals. Here's a link to an article Meg and Steph Yang wrote for The Athletic that goes deep on each playoff team. 30:06 - Today's show is sponsored by Ruffneck Scarves. Go to http://RuffneckScarves.com and use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" for a 20% discount. 32:37 - Part II has Jason Weintraub of the League One Fun podcast discussing the USL League One Championship game and explaining the situation with the Lansing Ignite. It's a happy topic/bummer topic sort of segment, but with lots of interesting insights and even some tinfoil hats! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 2019 MLS Cup playoffs get underway this weekend, and Joe Lowery is here to preview each and every match-up. He explains the tactical preferences of each team, how they might match up, and who the key performers will be (or need to be). 13:29 - If you're only here for MLS previews, skip to that marker. We start off by talking about the USMNT's 2-0 loss to Canada, so if you don't want to think about that travesty any longer, you don't have to! Today's show is brought to you by... Dollar Shave Club! Scrub away the sadness from this loss with their Ultimate Starter Set for $5 at http://dollarshaveclub.com/TSS Today's show is sponsored by fuboTV! Go to http://fubotv.com/tss to get $10 off your first three months See all our advertisers and discounts at http://totalsoccershow.com/advertisers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Prior to the USA's 7-0 destruction of Cuba (and very much prior to their destruction at the hands of Canada), TSS and The Cooligans sat down in a Washington DC hotel conference room to answer your Twitter questions. Surrounded by strange political caricatures from the mid-1990s, they answer questions like: 1) Which host from the other show would you most want to be stranded on a desert island with? 2) What happens in the Gulliest Derby? 3) Is Carlos Vela one of the 20 best players in the world or is Alexi Lalas just trolling us all once again? And much much more! HOW TO LISTEN TO PART TWO: Subscribe to the Cooligans podcast and part two will publish on Thursday, October 17. SPONSORS! Today's episode is brought to you by... Enclosed! Surprise your significant other with high-end designer lingerie and get $35 off any multi month order! Go to Enclosed.gifts and use the code "TOTALSOCCER" at checkout to get $35 off. Feals! Makers of CBD oil for when you're a stressed out USMNT manager and you need to relax. Go to http://feals.com/TSS to 50% off your membership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor go in-depth to review the USA's disappointing/frustrating/infuriating/depressing 2-0 loss to Canada. Why would you play 2 central midfielders against 4? Why would you substitute Pulisic with the scored tied and 30 minutes to go? Was DeAndre Yedlin aware this was a game and not a pre-match scrimmage? All that, plus constructive plans for changes we want to see going forward. Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by... Dollar Shave Club! Scrub away the sadness from this loss with their Ultimate Starter Set for $5 at http://dollarshaveclub.com/TSS Talisman Caps! Relive happier times with their vintage vault, and get 10% off any order of $35 or more with code TOTALSOCCER10 at http://talismancaps.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're joined in studio by Elliot and Chenier from the River City 93 podcast. Together, the four of us answer listener questions about the Richmond Kickers 2019 season, including a look ahead to 2020. For the part two of this episode, please subscribe to the River City 93 podcast: https://www.bgn.fm/rivercity-93/ Also, follow River City 93 no Twitter: https://twitter.com/rivercity93 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We preview the USMNT's CONCACAF Nations League game away to Canada. We highlight the threats that Canada pose and pick our starting US XI. Today's show is sponsored by Feals. Go to http://feals.com/TSS to 50% off your membership Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek. Download the app and use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Live from Taylor's moving automobile, we review the USMNT's big CONCACAF Nations League win over Cuba by answering some excellent listener questions from Twitter. Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped. Go to http://manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% off plus free shipping. See all our advertisers and discount codes at https://www.totalsoccershow.com/advertisers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We preview the USA's CONCACAF Nations Leaugue game opener vs Cuba. We look at how Cuba plays and how we can get at them, ask what an acceptablele scoreline is, and go over our preferred starting XI for this game. If you're only here for the starting XI talks it starts at 34:00 SPOSNORS! Today's show is sponsored by fuboTV! Go to http://fubotv.com/tss to get $10 off your first three months Today's show is sponsored by Ruffneck Scarves. Go to http://RuffneckScarves.com and use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" for a 20% discount. See all our advertisers and discounts at http://totalsoccershow.com/advertisers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We discuss the 2-0 win over Orlando City B, the retirement of Kickers stalwart Braeden Troyer, the cub's decision to part ways with head coach David Bulow, and what we hope the future holds. Highlights of Kickers v Orlando City B: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MjtcG5bqf8w Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We start by discussing the end of Jill Ellis' reign as USWNT coach, and the search for her replacement. Then we answer 9 (NINE!) listener questions: —Why is US Soccer using soccer-specific stadiums instead of NFL stadiums for CONCACAF Nations League games? —How are we definably better after one almost full year under the Berhalter tenure? —Would Klinsmann have been a better Technical Director / General Manager than a coach? —Does Bob Bradley's dominance of MLS after his perceived failure in the Premier League tarnish how the English / Europeans view the strength of MLS? —For 6 and 9-year-olds, starting to really enjoy soccer, what skills or knowledge are most important to emphasize? —Why don’t players who start on the bench have their uniform on already? RB Salzburg vs Liverpool. Good tactics by Marsch or an off night by Liverpool? —What is a "striker's finish?" —Who plays the most Champions League minutes this campaign as a cap-tied American? [Adams, Weah, Pulisic, Dest or 0 total] Today's show is sponsored by Hims. Go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccerED for a FREE online visit. Today's show is sponsored by http://talismancaps.com — use code TOTALSOCCER10 for 10% ff any order of $35 or more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

David Amoyal returns to the show to discuss the recent/ongoing instances of racism in Serie A. Why is it happening, what's to be done, and what it could mean for the future of the league? Plus, David succinctly explains the demise of AC Milan and gives his thoughts on the looming title race between Juventus and Inter Milan. Today's episode is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TSS at http://manscaped.com for 20% off plus free shipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor break down all the action from the weekend that was... 1:56 - Brighton v Tottenham 10:46 - Liverpool v Leicester 18:38 - Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase! 21:26 - Man City v Wolves 27:48 - Newcastle v Man United 34:24 - Southampton v Chelsea 40:38 - Today's episode is sponsored by Hims! Go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccerED for a free online visit. 43:45 - Inter v Juventus 49:34 - Real Madrid v Granada 55:25 - Bayern Munich v Hoffenheim 57:29 - MLS Decision Day Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor take a look at the Kickers's 2-1 home loss to Toronto FC II and ponder what could have been after the Kickers started the game with a dominant approach. What happened next? You'll have to listen! Highlights from Kickers v TFC II: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t63ChfBLw8U Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to Leander Schaerlaeckens about Sergino Dest's looming choice between the United States and Netherlands, as well as the factors that may play a part in making that decision. They then move on to discussing Leander's recent article for Yahoo Sports: https://sports.yahoo.com/italian-soccers-pathetic-refusal-to-acknowledge-racism-is-obstructing-meaningful-change-162831063.html Why does racism seem so prevalent in Italy and why hasn't more been done to address it? Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS80 and use code TSS80 for $80 off your first four boxes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

0:00 - In the first part of the show, Daryl and Taylor break down Gregg Berhalter's latest USMNT roster ahead of the start of the Concacaf Nations League. Who should be there that isn't, who shouldn't be but is, and much much more. 45:29 - In part two, Taylor is joined by Matt Doyle to get further clarity on the roster and why Doyle is slightly happier about things than Rockwell. They also get into the MLS playoff picture, what the change to single-elimination might mean for who eventually makes the final, and which teams are in need of a rebuild/which ones should be feeling optimistic about next season. Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by... Hello Fresh! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS80 and use code TSS80 for $80 off your first four boxes. Ruffneck Scarves! Use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" for 20% off any scarf in the store. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review the 1-1 draw between Man Utd and Arsenal in the Premier League and then answer four listener questions. Timestamps: 0:15 — Man Utd v Arsenal review 20:30 — Today's show is sponsored by Talisman Caps. et 10% off any order of $35 or more with code TOTALSOCCER10. See the new accessories discussed on today's episode here: http://talismancaps.com/collections/accessories 23:25 — If Pulisic got a January loan move, where would you want him to go? 35:00 — UEFA Europa Conference League — hit or miss? 39:15 — Can you be offside passing to yourself? 41:20 — What's the least important position in soccer? Ask us a question! Here: http://totalsoccershow.com/questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor are together (via the internet) once again to break down all the action worth podcasting about from this past weekend. 2:31 - Liverpool v Sheffield United 6:11 - Everton v Man City 13:07 - Leicester v Newcastle 16:02 - Man United v Arsenal: will United buy big in January? 21:06 - Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 23:58 - Madrid Derby 33:56 - Getafe v Barcelona 38:50 - Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS80 and use code TSS80 for $80 off your first four boxes. 42:38 - Milan v Fiorentina: what is happening to AC? 51:27 - Leipzig v Schalke 57:06 - Galatasaray v Fenerbahce 59:28 - MLS playoff picture rounds into focus Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have an early season check-in on multiple USMNT players, seeing who's doing well with their club team and who's having a tough time. Looking for a specific player? Timestamps below ... 2:20 — Zack Steffen at Fortuna Dusseldorf 5:50 — Christian Pulisic at Chelsea 13:20 — Weston McKennie at Schalke 18:25 — Today's show is sponsored by Policy Genius. Go to http://policygenius.com and get a life insurance quote in just minutes 20:25 — Tim Ream at Fulham 25:55 — Tyler Adams at RB Leipzig 29:20 — Josh Sargent at Werder Bremen 34:45 — Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TSS at http://manscaped.com for 20% off plus free shipping 37:20 — Tyler Boyd at Besiktas 42:15 — Matt Miazga at Reading 46:50 — Tim Weah at Lille 50:15 — Bobby Wood at Hamburg 52:33 — Sergino Dest at Ajax 59:45 — John Brooks at Wolfsburg 1:05:03 — Duane Octavius Holmes at Derby County Got questions? Send them to us at http://totalsoccershow.com/questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to Luke Moore of The Football Ramble about their upcoming North American tour. They also go deep on how the Ramble has expanded its network in recent years, as well as some actual soccer content (who wins the Premier League, which club is the best run in England, title upsets in Europe, etc). To get tickets for The Ramble's shows in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Toronto and Chicago, you can head here: https://www.mickperrin.com/tours/football-ramble-live/ Today's episode of The Total Soccer Show is brought to you by... Hims! Go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccer to get a Hims hair-loss kit for $5 Dollar Shave Club! Get an Ultimate Starter Set for $5 at http://dollarshaveclub.com/TSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor review the Kickers' 0-0 road draw with FC Tucson and ponder what the team should do in their 3 remaining games. Highlights of the 0-0 draw with Tucson, featuring a pinged crossbar and more than a couple red cards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpV9qLKDCkM Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor do their best to answer 7 listener questions: 1) Where does the USMNT rank in the world today? What is the best and worst case scenarios for 1 year from now? 2) Why do Man City often get massive wins when Liverpool do so much more rarely? 3) What is Unai Emery trying to do at Arsenal and what is still unclear about his approach? Today's show is sponsored by Policy Genius! Go to http://policygenius.com to shop for life insurance 4) After Frank Lampard’s statement that Pulisic isn’t ready for the Premier League, should we begin to worry? 5) How do the USMNT and USWNT assign squad numbers? 6) Should the USMNT play Pulisic as a false 9? Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped! Use code TSS at http://manscaped.com and get 20% off plus free shipping. 7) How does the Total Soccer Show view Čech's entire club/international career? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gentle Scotsman/James Corden hater Graham Ruthven returns to the show to help make sense of the strange start to La Liga this season. Madrid in second but Zidane could leave before Christmas, two Basque teams in the top four, Barcelona struggle in a Messiless mess, and much much more from the campaign in Spain! SPONSORS! Today's show is brought to you by Hims! Go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccer to get a Hims hair-loss kit for $5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor review all the action from this past weekend using the tried-and-true method of thumbs up/thumbs down. 0:00 - Chelsea v Liverpool 13:48 - Leicester City v Tottenham 27:00 - Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 30:13 - Arsenal v Aston Villa 37:22 - Manchester City v Watford 46:32 - Today's show is sponsored by Dollar Shave Club. Get an Ultimate Starter Set for $5 at http://dollarshaveclub.com/TSS 49:41 - West Ham v Manchester United 55:49 - Grenada v Barcelona 1:01:08 - Lyon v PSG 1:03:25 - Milan v Inter 1:06:49 - Juventus v Verona 1:09:08 - THE BEST SAVE OF THE WEEKEND! TAKE A BOW, MAHMOUD GAD! https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/d7ly0s/incredible_goalkeeper_save_in_the_egyptian_league/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DARYL IS BACK! He and Taylor do their best to answer 8 listener questions: 1) Is Berhalter’s system too complex for international play? 2) Could Weston McKennie thrive at Arsenal? Today's show is sponsored by Fubo! Got to http://fubotv.com/TSS to get 10% off your first two months. 3) Why don't more American coaches challenge themselves in Europe? 4) How much do the roles of the two centerbacks in a back-four differ? Today's show is sponsored by Away Days! Use code TSS at http://awaydaysfootball.com for 15% off 5) What's it like to play soccer against ex-pros/sneaky good journalists? 6) Given the consistent frailty of John “Bubble Wrap” Brooks, why is he actually worth calling into camp? 7) Which national team is the most disliked by other nations? 8) Should FIFA have managerial transfer windows like they do for players? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review the Kickers 1-0 loss at home to Forward Madison Highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0G4lmUfGXiY Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to The Athletic's Pablo Maurer about his recent piece for The Athletic that delves deep on MLS players choosing to engage on social media and the ramifications of those decisions. Plus, we discuss the Iron Front and what happens next, Wayne Rooney's future as a coach, the MLS teams Pablo most enjoys watching, and the most intriguing MLS Cup Final possibilities. Today's show is sponsored by Feals. Go to http://feals.com/TSS to get 50% off a membership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to The Athletic's Meg Linehan about the US women's national team and the NWSL. Up first, they get into the status of the coaching search (who is out, who is still on the list) as well as which players could potentially miss out on the Olympics. After that, it's on to the NWSL: will North Carolina repeat as champions? Who are the next big stars we should be keeping an eye on? How does the league compare to its European counterparts? What next for expansion? All that and much more! Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by Talisman Caps. Go to http://talismancaps.com and use code TOTALSOCCER10 for 10% off any order of $35 or more. Chelsea fans may be interested in this particular cap: https://talismancaps.com/collections/caps/products/blues-cap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode, Taylor and Ryan take a look back at alllll the weekend's action, including... 0:00 - Norwich v Man City Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 18:32 - Man United v Leicester City 25:59 - Wolverhampton v Chelsea Today's show is sponsored by Feals. Go to http://feals.com/TSS to get 50% off a membership 38:49 - Tottenham v Crystal Palace 47:00 - Barcelona v Valencia 52:58 - RB Leipzig v Bayern Munich 57:17 - Philadelphia Union v LAFC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to Richmond Kickers head coach David Bulow about the win against Greenville, the loss on the road to North Texas, and this weekend's massively important match against Forward Madison. Coach Bulow also explains how to turn things around when you concede early, why statistics can be misleading, and what needs to change for the Kickers to make the playoffs. Highlights of the hard-fought 1-0 win over Greenville: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHrQfwKuHCk Highlights/lowlights (depending on your perspective) of Richmond's 4-0 road loss to North Texas: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiA-yWiZIDc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor and Joe Lowery recap the international window that was for the USMNT. Whose stock is up, whose stock is down, and what do a few players need to do to take their respective games to the next level. To name just a few, we analyze the performances of: Tim Ream, Aaron Long, Walker Zimmerman, Reggie Cannon, Josh Sargent, Weston McKennie, Christian Roldan, and several more. We also get into Berhalter's tactics and how they could adapt in the future, as well as a decent amount of chat about the record-setting Phoenix Rising. SPONSORS! Today's show is brought to you by... Manscaped! Use code TSS at http://manscaped.com and get 20% off plus free shipping. Ruffneck Scarves! Use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" for 20% off any scarf in the store. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to The Athletic's Felipe Cardenas about the USA's 1-1 draw with Uruguay on Tuesday evening. Felipe was there and provides excellent insight regarding what Uruguay were trying to do and how the US forced coach Oscar Tabarez to adapt. They then get into which players impressed, what still needs to be done (a lot), and how the players seem to be adjusting/reacting to what Berhalter is asking them to do. For subscribers to The Athletic, here's a link to Felipe's piece mentioned in the episode: https://theathletic.com/483188/2018/08/21/jeff-larentowicz-atlanta-uniteds-connector-has-been-doing-it-since-he-was-a-kid/ Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by Talisman Caps. Go to http://talismancaps.com and use code TOTALSOCCER10 for 10% off any order of $35 or more. Chelsea fans may be interested in this particular cap: https://talismancaps.com/collections/caps/products/blues-cap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO SPOILERS! Taylor talks to The Athletic's Paul Tenorio about the USA's friendly against Uruguay. Who impressed, who struggled, and who still has work to do? (Abbreviated answers: a couple people, a few people, pretty much everyone involved with the US men's national team). They also go deep on dual nationals and how Berhalter might need to change the way he talks about his approach if he wants to win over American soccer supporters. SPONSORS! Today's show is brought to you by... Manscaped! Use code TSS at http://manscaped.com and get 20% off plus free shipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to The Athletic's Sam Stejskal about the USMNT's comprehensive 3-0 defeat to Mexico on Friday night. What went wrong, what failed to go right, and what needs to be done? They then look ahead to Tuesday night's friendly with Uruguay, and Sam also provides insight into the upcoming MLS CBA negotiations. Today's show is sponsored by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review the USA's cero a tres loss to Mexico, outlining the tactical approaches of both teams, the USMNT's tactical shortcomings, breaking down the goals, and offering our thoughts about what we'd like to see Gregg Berhalter do going forward. Today's show is sponsored by Dollar Shave Club. Get an Ultimate Starter Set for $5 at http://dollarshaveclub.com/TSS Today's show is sponsored by Fubo! Got to http://fubotv.com/TSS to get 10% off your first two months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl and Taylor answer your listener questions! If you want to ask one of your own, you can do so at totalsoccershow.com/questions 1) Why don’t they show the stoppage time in the stadium like they do on TV? 2) How hard is it to hit a diagonal crossfield ball and why can't more USMNT midfielders do it? 3) Does the USMNT need a CB like Abby Dahlkemper? Today's show is brought to you by Hello Fresh! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS80 and use code TSS80 for $80 off your first four boxes. 4) Why do attackers try to dribble in 1v1 situations as opposed to passing to open teammates? 5) Why were Wolves fans singing "sign on" at Everton? 6) Has the bubble finally burst on transfer market prices or did we just have an oddly high number of undesirable superstars this time around? Today's show is sponsored by Ruffneck Scarves! Use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" for 20% off any scarf in the store. 7) Has the new goal kick rule had a noticeable impact on the way games are played? 8) Do Leicester have the squad to be a dark horse top 6 contender this season? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor is joined by Ira Jersey of the League One Fun podcast to discuss the Kickers' come-from-behind victory over South Georgia Tormenta FC. That game featured more set-piece indecision, a double brace for the Kickers, and Joe Gallardo tearing apart the opposition defense. Ira also gives his thoughts on the season so far, as well as what the Kickers should do in their next 3 games in order to keep playoff hopes alive. Here's a link to League One Fun's site on the Beautiful Game Network: https://www.bgn.fm/league-1-fun/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor talks to Joe Lowery about the upcoming USA-Mexico friendly. What adjustments might we see from Berhalter after the loss in the Gold Cup final, who might fit where in his starting eleven, and how has the national team evolved in the last year. All that and much much more, including some statistics chat! SPONSORS: Hello Fresh! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS80 and use code TSS80 for $80 off your first four boxes. Talisman Caps. Go to http://talismancaps.com and use code TOTALSOCCER10 for 10% off any order of $35 or more. Chelsea fans may be interested in this particular cap: https://talismancaps.com/collections/caps/products/blues-cap Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor discuss all the action from this past weekend. What was Granit Xhaka thinking in the North London Derby? Is this the year a non-traditional top four side makes it into the Champions League? How far will Manchester United fall? Plus, there's lots going on in the Bundesliga (Dortmund lose, Schalke and Bremen win), Spain (Real Madrid and Barcelona both draw while Neymar plays for neither), and Italy (more own goals). We round it out with the slightest of SPL chats, then some more in-depth looks at MLS and the TSS Scouting Network! SPONSORS! Today's show is brought to you by... SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase Dollar Shave Club! Go to http://dollarshaveclub.com/tss to get an Ultimate Starter Set for $5 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got a HUGE show for you. Seriously, it's an hour and 40 minutes long. We open by pondering Eric Cantona's Champions League speech, then giving some very quick, reactions to the UEFA Champions League draw. Then we get into some listen questions. Here are your timestamps: 17:03 — What are our favorite soccer player nicknames? What are some of the worst? 25:28 — Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped. Use code TSS for 20% off and free shipping at http://manscaped.com 28:43 — Which three players would we drop from Berhalter's 26-man USMNT roster? 34:09 — What has happened at Bolton Wanderers and Bury FC? 56:47 — Today's show is sponsored by Weals. Go to http://feals.com/TSS to get 50% off a membership 58:40 — What's the soccer equivalent of a player retiring early like Andrew Luck? 1:06:10 — If Jesse Marsch had been named USMNT head coach instead of Gregg Berhalter, how different would the starting XI be? 1:13:10 — Today's show is sponsored by AwayDays! Go to http://awaydaysfootball.com and use code TSS for 15% off. 1:17:00 — Which formerly great club team would you like to see be great again? 1:25:35 — Why aren't soccer fans as obsessed with statistics as other sports fans? Got a question? Please send to http://totalsoccershow.com/questions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.