The conversation dives into tough decisions for Liverpool's star players, weighing who to keep, sell, or let walk. There's a fun look at athletes excelling in other sports, featuring quirky success stories. The hosts also demystify how expected goals are computed and their significance in soccer strategy. Cultural insights reveal why soccer is gaining ground over rugby in England, while exploring which nations supply the most Premier League players. Lastly, they ponder the hypothetical thrill of goals from outside the box counting double!

Taylor and Joe dive into the MLS Conference Finals — and chat about some coaching changes and Americans abroad at the end of the show. First, we discuss the New York Red Bulls’ win over Orlando City: how did RBNY get the victory? And how surprised are we by their playoff run? Then, it’s on to the LA Galaxy’s home win over the Seattle Sounders. The Galaxy are through, Riqui Puig is hurt, and the Sounders came up just short. In the third segment, we talk about John Herdman leaving Toronto FC, Vanni Sartini getting fired in Vancouver, and nine different Americans plying their trade over in Europe.JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There was no shortage of soccer action this weekend, as Man City's journey towards being 'average' continued with a comprehensive defeat at Anfield. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich were held by Dortmund in Der Klassiker, the USWNT controlled their friendly with England, and Botafogo enjoyed a Copa Libertadores triumph!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Delve into the fiercely debated rankings of Europe's top five football leagues and discover why the English Premier League is often deemed the best. Explore the quirky question of whether soccer fields must be green, alongside amusing insights into the culture of terraces. Learn handy tips for snagging more affordable Premier League tickets, and enjoy some light-hearted comparisons of soccer managers and bartenders. It's a lively mix of listener questions that keeps the conversation entertaining and informative!

Gather around as the hosts share their Thanksgiving gratitude for soccer, mixing humor with heartfelt reflections. They discuss the excitement around the USMNT's new coach and the cultural impact of soccer in the U.S. This year was a rollercoaster, with Premier League chaos and underdog stories adding flavor. The conversation even touches on the joys of young talent at Barcelona and the vibrant soccer culture in Richmond. Expect lots of laughs and a celebration of soccer's role in their lives!

Taylor, Ryan, and Joe are here to dive into the latest MLS playoff action! We chat about all four conference semifinals. Can anyone stop the LA Galaxy? Because Minnesota United sure couldn’t. How did the Seattle Sounders get past LAFC? What went right for Orlando City against Atlanta United? And did the New York Red Bulls deserve to get past NYCFC? All that — and more — on the show.JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The TSS Gang is here to review another action-packed weekend on both sides of the pond! Man City suffered a fifth defeat in a row at the hands of a very impressive Tottenham, Ruben Amorim began his Man Utd tenure in.... mixed fashion, and we had some big championship games here in the US!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lionel Messi is now around a year-and-a-half into his MLS tenure, having concluded season two with an unceremonious exit in the playoffs. The TSS Gang is here to analyze the Argentine's impact on the league, how he will fare now that Tata Martino has departed, and how long will be be in Miami...JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fearsome foursome dives into a slew of newsy topics from around the soccer world. A certain bald manager has a new deal, there’s trouble brewing in France, and so much more! Plus, we look ahead to the games we’re watching this weekend.JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your favorite foursome is back together to discuss the USA's 4-2 win over Jamaica one last time, before moving on to everyone's favorite topic: dual nationals! Who are the most likely candidates to get a call from Poch, who is still deciding, and what exactly is the naturalization process when it comes to FIFA? All that and much more!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices