Barcelona's stunning 4-1 victory over Bayern Munich steals the show, with Rafinha's hat-trick shining bright. Real Madrid stages an exhilarating comeback against Dortmund, led by Vinny Jr.'s brilliance. Auston Trusty impresses for Celtic, adding to the excitement of this Champions League review. Tension rises for Arsenal, while AC Milan celebrates a solid win. With unexpected twists and standout performances, the drama of Match Day 3 keeps fans on the edge of their seats!

The discussion dives into the USMNT's strategic preparations for the 2026 World Cup, questioning whether they should focus on defeating top international teams. It also explores the challenges big-name club managers face when transitioning to national teams, with insights on Graham Potter's managerial future. Listeners learn about St. Pauli's unique fan ownership model, which allows supporters to buy shares in the stadium. Finally, the conversation reflects on the quirky aspects of soccer culture and notable influences in the game.

With the 2024 MLS playoffs kicking off later today, Taylor and Joe dive into everything you need to know about this year's postseason. Who are the team's to watch? What are the best matchups? And which teams could go all the way? We answer all of those questions -- and so much 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 look at another action-packed weekend, in which Liverpool continued their very impressive form, Arsenal fell to a well-organized Bournemouth, Leo Messi got his first MLS hattrick, 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

Help us shape the future of TSS by completing this quick survey.On the latest episode of the Big Thing, Joe, Taylor and Ryan go deep on Thomas Tuchel's surprise appointment as England manager. How did the German get the position, what will his Three Lions side look like - and how far can they go in 2026?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

Help us shape the future of TSS by completing this quick survey.Ryan is joined by Joe and Taylor to answer your listener questions, including why is removing your shirt a yellow card, the return of Paul Pogba, Red Bull failing to make a move into the Premier League, theoretical MLS managers, and much 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

Help us shape the future of TSS by completing this quick survey.Taylor, Joe & Ryan dive into the United States' first loss to Mexico since 2019: a 2-0 defeat in Mexico on Tuesday night. What did we learn from Pochettino's second game in charge? Which players boosted their respective stocks? And which players, uh, didn't do that? All that -- and so much 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

Help us shape the future of TSS by completing this quick survey.Taylor, Joe & Ryan are looking ahead to the USMNT's trip to Guadalajara this Tuesday! How will Mexico shape up, and which of Pochettino's (depleted) squad have the most to gain from the match?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 USMNT's first game under Mauricio Pochettino is officially in the books! How did the U.S. look against Panama on Saturday night in Austin? What was different? And what did we learn? All that -- and so, so much more -- on the show.Help us shape the future of TSS by completing this quick survey.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

Discussion centers on Manchester City's potential transition and the looming departure of sporting director Txiki Begiristain. The impact of his exit on Pep Guardiola's future takes the spotlight, raising questions about the club's direction. Legal challenges, including 115 charges for financial breaches, add to the intrigue. Speculation about Guardiola’s next steps ranges from national teams to a Barcelona return, all while comparing his legacy to Sir Alex Ferguson's era at Manchester United.