Episodes
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Pulisic returns, Cavan Sullivan remains! Breaking down Pochettino's latest USMNT roster | USMNT Weekly
Your favorite foursome is together again to discuss the latest USMNT roster from Mauricio Pochettino. Who is in, who is out, and what does the roster tell us about how the US might play in the Nations League against Haiti. WE HAVE MERCH! A limited number of tees and hats are available at...
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Decision Day preview! Which teams will make the playoffs out West? | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to dive into the latest from around MLS! We discuss Nashville SC tying the league's single-season points record, a couple of red-hot teams cooling off, and more from the weekend that was before looking ahead to Saturday's Decision Day. What's at stake? And how will...
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Arsenal are still the team to beat in the Premier League | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to look back on a weekend in which Arsenal secured a rare win at Anfield, while Manchester City faltered. Elsewhere, Christian Pulisic had a starring role in the Milan derby, while the honors were split in Der Klassiker! WE HAVE MERCH! A limited number of tees and hats are...
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Book spotlight: "Miami Before Messi" with author Joe Shaw | Bonus Episode
On this bonus episode, Taylor speaks with author Joe Shaw about his new book "Miami Before Messi" which is out now! They discuss the history of the Miami Fusion, how they shaped the South Florida soccer landscape decades before Messi's arrival, and why a match against a random team in Michigan...
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Did Harry Kane need to leave the Premier League to win the Ballon d'Or? | Listener Questions
The TSS Gang is here to answer your questions about Harry Kane's Ballon d'Or win, the best 'scran' derbies, our favorite stands in stadiums, and so much more! WE HAVE MERCH! A limited number of tees and hats are available at totalsoccershow.com/merch! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon,...
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Pulisic's new Milan contract, Freeman shines at left back & Tim Ream's replacement | USMNT Weekly
The foursome is here to dive into all things USMNT! We discuss Christian Pulisic's impressive showing for AC Milan (and his brand new contract!) and Alex Freeman's latest standout performance in Spain. Then, we try to answer this question: who should replace Tim Ream as Chris Richards' center…
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Breaking down MLS's 22 Under 22 list & Nashville SC win the Shield | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to chat about all things MLS! We discuss Nashville SC's Supporters' Shield win before diving into the league's recently 22 Under 22 list. Which top young players earned their spot on the list? And which ones deserved recognition? We break it all down. JOIN THE TSS+...
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El Clasico joy for Real Madrid and more misery for Man Utd | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to look at the biggest games of the weekend, in which Real Madrid defied the odds with a Clasico win in Barcelona, Tottenham also defied the odds with a win at Stamford Bridge, and Man Utd's problems persisted... JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses…
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PSG dazzle in a battle of giants & Nico Paz fuels Como | Champions League Review
The fantastic foursome is here to dive into the latest Champions League action! We discuss PSG's impressive showing against Barcelona, Bayern Munich's draw with Arsenal, and Como's huge win over Manchester United! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access…
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The next generation continues to break through, featuring Landon Emenalo, Paxon Ruffin and more! | USMNT Weekly
This week, we take a look at the youngsters breaking through around the world, as well as the more known performers who had themselves a solid weekend! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS Scouting Network, and...
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Which MLS team is the best to watch? | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are back to dive into all things MLS! We discuss our favorite games from the weekend, diving into incredible attacking play and the latest from the top of both conferences. Plus, we evaluate the Eastern Conference playoff field as things stand today. Which teams are for…
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Was this Lamine Yamal's best-ever Barcelona performance? | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to review a weekend that saw Barcelona perform at their magnificent best, while Arsenal put another win on the board on the road in Nottingham. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS Scouting...
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Lisandro Martinez's Man United comments & PSG dominate! | Champions League Review
The foursome his here to dive into the latest Champions League action! We chat about Atletico Madrid's victory over Manchester United (and the comments swirling in Manchester), PSG's major win over Manchester City, Real Madrid's escape act, Norway's success, and so much more! JOIN THE TSS+…
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Updates on the big names left off the last USMNT roster, including Pulisic, Cardoso, and more! | USMNT Weekly
On today's US-centric episode, we take a look back at the USWNT's 2-2 draw with Spain, provide some updates on the players that were left off Pochettino's last USMNT roster (Pulisic, McKennie, Cardoso, Pepi, and more), and discuss the strong performances of Alex Freeman in Spain and Bryan…
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Are we buying or selling prospective playoff teams? Plus, the Sounders are back! | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to dive into all things MLS! We discuss our favorite games from the weekend, spotlight St. Louis City as they near a record, and examine the postseason field as things stand today. Which teams are for real? And which ones are pretenders? All that -- and more -- on…
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Man City win, but does it matter? | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to look back upon a weekend in which Man City won big at Anfield in their first outing since their cheating scandal unfolded! Also, Man Utd had plenty of shortcomings in their draw with Tottenham, the USWNT faced a stern test against the reigning World Champions, and much…
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Stock Up, Stock Down for Musah, Reyna, Sullivan & more after fall window | USMNT Weekly
The whole gang is here to look back at the fall window that was for the USMNT! Who raised their stock? And who lowered it? We break down the players, trends, and more that caught our collective eye over the last four games. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus…
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Why isn't the USMNT producing elite goalkeepers anymore? | Listener Questions
On today's Listener Questions episode, we're discussing the importance of a good coach vs a good sporting director, the role dual nationals could have played in furthering the USMNT's path at the 2026 World Cup, the lack of elite American goalkeepers and how that came to be, American player...
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USMNT vs. Canada review: Jesse Marsch goes down & Gio Reyna starts again!
Taylor, Ryan, and Joe are here to break down the U.S. men's national team's 1-0 victory over Canada that took place in Minnesota on Tuesday night. How did the U.S. deal with Jesse Marsch's feisty squad? Which USMNTers impressed? And who struggled? All that -- and so much more -- on the show! JOIN...
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Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal saga & Man City's appeal | The Bulletin
The TSS Gang is here with a soccer news roundup led by Cristiano Ronaldo's unceremonious departure from the Portugal national team camp, followed by an update on Manchester City's woes and a check-in on some of the Nations League's biggest sides! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon…
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USA vs Mexico review: Cavan Sullivan makes history, and the kids are alright
Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to take a lengthy look back at the USMNT's 3-0 victory over Mexico. Why does the scoreline not tell the tale of this match in full? How did the US get into the game after looking overmatched early? Which individuals performed most brightly, and which ones had a...
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USMNT vs. Chile review: Julian Hall stars, Sullivan and Albert shine off the bench & more
Ryan, Taylor, and Joe are here to break down the USMNT's clash with Chile! What went right for the U.S.? What went wrong? And who impressed along the way? We discuss all of that -- and Tim Ream's international retirement -- on the show. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses...
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LAFC fire Marc Dos Santos! Plus, which USMNT players do we want to see more of?
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to chat about the latest from around American soccer! We discuss LAFC"s decision to part ways with Marc Dos Santos. What went wrong and who could take over on the sidelines? Then, Jeff and Joe share their thoughts on the USMNT. Who among Mauricio Pochettino's crew…
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Man City found guilty! What we know, and what happens next | The Big Thing
Manchester City has been found gulty of 114 of the 115 charges against them. What are the developments so far, what impact could this have on the club in the present, who all was involved, what are the possible punishments, and what impact could this all have on the Premier League going forward?...
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USMNT vs. Peru review: Pochettino's new era off to a strong start
The kids are alright! The USMNT's new cycle kicked off in Orlando with a positive performance over Peru, which saw 11 debutants. The TSS Gang is here to break it down! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS...
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Who are the world's smartest soccer clubs? | Listener Questions
The whole gang's here to answer your questions! Which players changed how soccer is played? Which clubs are the smartest? How has Brexit impacted soccer in the UK? What's the latest on the trend of high-profile coaches taking over national teams? And which Premier League club is the coolest? All...
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Scouting Cavan Sullivan and the USMNT’s 13 uncapped players | USMNT Weekly
The USMNT's latest roster contains no fewer than 13 uncapped players. The TSS Gang is here to analyze them all, and we also look ahead to Saturday's friendly with Peru! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS...
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MLS teams we're buying, selling! Plus: how did St. Louis get so good? | MLS Update
Taylor is joined by Jeff and Joe to dive into all things MLS! We discuss St. Louis City's jaw-dropping rise, examine teams you should believe in, question teams worth doubting, and look back at the weekend that was! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access...
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Brighton humble Arsenal, Villa pile more misery on Spurs, and a manic Madrid Derby! | Weekend Review
Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to break down the biggest matches from the past weekend, including Villa causing more misery for Roberto de Zerbi and Tottenham, Brighton thumping a tired-looking Arsenal, and Atletico Madrid's scrappy triumph over their crosstown rivals. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!...
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USMNT fall roster reaction! Poch picks Cavan Sullivan, no Christian Pulisic
The U.S. men's national team's first roster of the 2030 World Cup cycle is here! Ryan, Taylor, and Joe are here to break down Mauricio Pochettino's choices and sort through the omissions. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord,...
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USMNT roster preview and predictions | USMNT Weekly
Joe and Taylor select their preferred USMNT rosters for the upcoming extended international break. What should the goal be for this camp? Who could make their debut, who could be on the outside looking in? What are the primary areas of concern as the US gets set for another cycle? That, and much...
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Picking MLS award front-runners! Plus, Cavan Sullivan goes off! | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to dive into all things MLS! Heading into the season's stretch run, we forecast the end-of-season awards front-runners, from MVP to Coach of the Year. Then, we chat about the biggest stories from the latest on-field action, from Cavan Sullivan's latest showing to...
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VAR overshadows the Manchester Derby & Barcelona can't stop scoring! | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to look back upon a controversial Manchester Derby, in which VAR took center stage. There's also a focus on Hull's terrific season so far, Barcelona's brilliance and much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive...
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Christian Polanco discusses The Cooligans' new gig! | TSS Extra
Our old pal, and yours I hope, Christian Polanco returns to the program to discuss the summer of soccer and live gigs, as well as The Cooligans upcoming foray into live broadcasts for MLS and Apple! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive...
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Positive signs for Real Madrid and Liverpool, emphatic starts for Barcelona, Bayern and Manchester United | Champions League Review
We review as many games as was possible from Round 1 of the Champions League Phasening stage, featuring signs of growth for Liverpool, fortuitous moments for Real Madrid, and a whole lot of goals for Bayern, Barcelona, PSG, and Manchester United. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon…
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Wildcard players Pochettino should call up this window! | USMNT Weekly
The gang's all here to dive into the latest USMNT news! We chat about Pochettino's recent comments on Noahkai Banks, the next generation of U.S. players, staying humble, and more! Then it's on to a discussion of players we'd like to see in the upcoming international window and a dual-national...
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When will your team be a contender: now, sprint season, or new calendar? | MLS Update
Our Tuesday trio is here to take on a monumental task: to assess all 30 teams in MLS after last week’s transfer deadline day. For each team, we ask: are they on track to contend now, in the sprint season, or after MLS changes its calendar? Buckle up, folks! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our...
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Arsenal dominate Chelsea and PSG's slow start | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to look back upon a weekend which saw Arsenal overcome their prospective title challengers, Chelsea, another point on the board for Newcastle, a troubling start for PSG, and so much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our...
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What was the best American player summer transfer? | USMNT Weekly
The TSS Gang is here with a USMNT Weekly transfer special! We look at the best and worst American deals of the summer, and also spend some time profiling a player who didn't move: Mathis Albert! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive...
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Why did Balogun’s Premier League move fall through? | Transfer Deadline Day Review
The gang’s all here to break down the biggest moves of the transfer window! We chat about the chaos of deadline day, from Folarin Balogun’s failed move to Everton to Man City’s big Enzo Fernandez splash to Spurs’ chaotic business to Barcelona’s new striker. All that — and more — on the show. JOIN...
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St. Louis City swing big, Chucky Lozano’s San Diego return & more! | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to break down the latest from around MLS! We discuss big transfer news — see: major changes in St. Louis and Colorado — along with high-priced outgoing moves, a dramatic reunion, Inter Miami’s new manager, and more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon…
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Are Chelsea Premier League contenders? | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to look back on a big weekend of soccer, in which a chaotic Chelsea impressed us, Tottenham couldn't get a result against Newcastle, Como looked terrific against Napoli, and much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our...
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Who is the true LeBron James of soccer? | Listener Questions
The TSS Gang is here to delve into the Listener Questions mailbag! On this episode, we’re asking what’s going on with pro/rel in Mexico, we’re considering soccer’s biggest one-hit wonders, and we're asking who is the true LeBron James of soccer? JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which...
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Is Folarin Balogun good enough for Barcelona? | USMNT Weekly
The European season is back for U.S. men's national teamers plying their trades abroad! We chat about Yunus Musah's AC Milan resurgence, Folarin Balogun's link to FC Barcelona, Rokas Pukstas' move to the Champo, USMNTers who impressed us this past weekend, and more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check…
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A new top-spending club emerges? Plus: Embolo to Atlanta! | MLS Update
The Tuesday trio is back together! Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to chat about the latest action from around MLS. We discuss Sporting Kansas City’s flurry of moves, the Seattle Sounders landing a new DP striker, Breel Embolo joining Atlanta United, Austin FC’s new chief soccer officer, and more!...
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Arsenal start strong and Man Utd get mauled by The Tigers | Weekend Review
The TSS Gang is here to preview the opening weekend of the Premier League season, which saw a shock loss for Man Utd, a great start for Arsenal, some interesting learnings from Liverpool in their bout with Newcastle, and much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus...
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Premier League 2026-27 Predictions: top four, relegation candidates, breakout players, and more!
On our final preview show prior to the 2026/2027 Premier League campaign kicking off, we do some predicting... Champion, Top 4, relegation strugglers, breakout players, bold predictions, and much much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our...
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Premier League 2026-27 Preview: Manchester United, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, Sunderland & Tottenham
The final part of our Premier League previews is here! On today’s episode, we check in on Manchester United, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, Sunderland and Tottenham. How did each of those teams perform last season? What key transfers have gone down this summer? How will they play? And what might...
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Premier League 2026-27 Preview: Hull City, Ipswich Town, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester City
Part three of our Premier League previews is upon us! On today’s episode, we check in on Hull City, Ipswich Town, Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester City. How did each of those teams perform last season? What key transfers have gone down this summer? How will they play? And what might this season…
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Premier League 2026-27 Preview: Chelsea, Coventry, Crystal Palace, Everton & Fulham
Part two of our Premier League previews is upon us! On today’s episode, we check in on Chelsea, Coventry, Crystal Palace, Everton and Fulham. How did each of those teams perform last season? What key transfers have gone down this summer? How will they play? And what might this season look like…
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