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TSS, The Athletic
Long-running American soccer show covering the USMNT, Premier League, Champions League, MLS, and more. If you enjoy analysis and silliness in equal measure, we're the podcast for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jun 21, 2022 • 1h 9min
MLS Catch-up: Columbus’ record transfer, NYCFC and LAFC making changes, a great story in Dallas, and much more
It's an MLS catch-up episode with Taylor Rockwell and Joe Lowery! We first discuss the Concacaf U20 tournament and the USMNT's opponents in their September friendlies, before going deep on the current MLS season. Joe explains, amongst many other things, how Cucho Hernandez could make the Crew instantly better, where Taty Castellanos should go if he ends up leaving NYCFC, the Union's missing piece that's limiting their on-field success, why TFC will still be fun when Insigne arrives, how the Revolution's sales aren't exactly helping them compete, why Atlanta fans should still be confident about making the playoffs, an MLS title in Texas, and why viewers should keep an eye on RSL.Phew. All that - and more - on the show.Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 2022 • 1h 1min
Transfer Analysis: Nunez will give Liverpool new press, but how would Sterling fit in at Chelsea?
Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are taking a look at the very latest summer transfer deals, including Raheem Sterling's potential move to London —where he might form part of a new-look Chelsea attack — Karim Adeyemi's arrival at Dortmund, and much more!Today's episode is sponsored by...LinkedIn Jobs! Did you know every week, nearly 40 million job seekers visit LinkedIn? Post your job for free at LinkedIn.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 16, 2022 • 1h 3min
Could the U.S. qualify for the World Cup from UEFA, MLS overachievers, all-star XIs, and more
It’s listener question time! Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe combine to answer your lovely questions. You can find the full list that we discussed down below:1) With everything going on in Qatar, are we bad people if we still watch the World Cup?2) What can Gareth Southgate do to take England to the next level?3) Would the USMNT have qualified for the World Cup if they were in UEFA, CONMEBOL, or CAF?4) Would a combined North America national team be a contender to win the World Cup in 2022?5) What is the best starting XI that you can build from nations that didn’t make it to the World Cup, using at least one player from each confederation?6) Based off the most recent MLS salary figures, which teams are over/underachieving?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 15, 2022 • 60min
Allocation Disorder: MLS & Apple agree to a 10-year broadcast deal, future impact on the league + Leo Messi influence?
Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio give you the inside info on the new 10-year, $2.5 billion broadcast deal between Major League Soccer and Apple. How does the league benefit from this deal? Are there any concerns? Plus, how does Lionel Messi factor into this?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 15, 2022 • 57min
USMNT v El Salvador deep-dive review: Mud, rain, Musah shines yet again, and much more
Taylor and Joe are back with their final game review for the June window! This time, we break down the USMNT's 1-1 draw with El Salvador. What can we take from this game? Who impressed? Who struggled? We talk about all of that - and more - on the show.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 2022 • 32min
USMNT defender Kobi Henry on breaking the USL transfer record, life in Orange County and his future in Ligue 1!
On today’s episode, Ryan Bailey chats with State de Reims brand-new signing Kobi Henry, who broke the USL transfer record with his move from Orange County SC. Henry chats about his development, his USMNT prospects and his future in Europe. Then, Orange County SC President of Soccer Operations and General Manager Oliver Wyss joins the pod to discuss the pioneering pro player pathway being forged in Southern California. Oh, and there's even some bonus Brad Friedel in there!Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 13, 2022 • 1h
Listener Questions! Why aren’t there more good English managers, crazy soccer predictions, USMNT nicknames, and more!
Did someone say listener questions? On this episode, Ryan, Graham, and Joe gather around their respective microphones to answer your questions! You can find the full list that we tackled down below:1) Do European leagues release salary data like MLS?2) Why aren’t there more good English managers?3) What nicknames can we come up with for USMNT players?4) With the 2022 World Cup taking place in the middle of the club season instead of at the end, will we see better games featuring fresher players?5) What are our craziest soccer predictions that will happen by 2030?6) What’s wrong with Sporting Kansas City?7) If national teams had to pull directly from their national flags, which teams would have the best kits?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code TSS at indochino.com!Sunday! Get %20 off at checkout when you visit getsunday.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code TSS at american-giant.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows at helixsleep.com/TSS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 11, 2022 • 50min
USMNT v Grenada Nations League review w/ Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic
The Athletic's Felipe Cardenas joins Taylor to discuss the USMNT's 5-0 Nations League victory over Grenada. What did we like, what do we need to see more of, and who from Concacaf is getting a fifth game at the World Cup? Plus, areas for improvement for Robinson, Long, LDLT, McKennie, Ferreira, Morris, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 10, 2022 • 1h 4min
Allocation Disorder: USMNT draws vs. Uruguay, huge hole at the number 9 position + Pulisic & McKennie transfer rumors
Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio bring you all of the key analysis from the USMNT’s 0-0 draw vs. Uruguay. What position is the biggest hole on the roster — GK, CB or number 9? Plus, does Gio Reyna start for this current USA squad? And, what are the club futures for the current USMNT stars? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 9, 2022 • 54min
Listener Questions! Foreign coaches struggling in MLS, managers taking penalties, Champions League predictions, and more
It’s listener questions time! On this episode, Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe combine to answer your lovely questions. You can find the full list that we answered down below:1) How high does the USMNT need to finish in Qatar for Gregg Berhalter to keep his job until 2026?2) Is the USMNT better suited to play against better teams?3) Why does it seem like foreign coaches struggle in MLS?4) Do England and Scotland fans have the same roster conversations that U.S. fans have?5) Which teams do we think will make next year’s Champions League semifinals?6) If they changed the rules of penalty shoot outs to require the manager to take the first shot, which managers would improve their teams chances? Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by…Trade Coffee! Get $30 off your first order (plus free shipping!) by going to drinktrade.com/tss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


