Soccerwise rolls on with the Tom breaking big news from all angles. First David & Tom celebrate the return of one of best in MLS history as ATL tries to turn things around with Miguel Almiron. Then they delve into the musical chairs at the top of Inter Miami (should Gass just take over?) And finally Minnesota United enter the offseason silly season with a few potential center mid moves. And of course the "Ice Cream Shop" is open with scoops galore from FCC's new defensive additions to SKC ta...
Jan 28, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 130
Tom & David go behind the whistle with two of the biggest rising stars at PRO. Filip talks about his viral moment this year with his "HOWEVER" announcement in St Louis. And both Joe & Filip discuss their pathway into refereeing, their favorite parts of the career, stepping into the cauldron of CONCACAF, and much more.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Jan 24, 2025•40 min•Ep. 129
Big show at Soccerwise during an emotional week for two ETR veterans Tom & David sit down to chat through it all. They breakdown what they saw from the USMNT coming out of January camp on the back of Diego Luna's grit, and they dig into the mailbag coming from Patreon subscribers questions. Of course the "Ice Cream Shop" is open with all of Tommy's latest scoops. 1:00 Goodbye to ETR 17:30 USMNT Recap 20:30 Diego Luna’s BIG CHARACTER 37:30 Mailbag On Red Bulls Retooling 49:00 Mailbag Elite ML...
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 128
Are heads are spinning with the rate of transfers and signings in NWSL. So David turns to an expert in Taylor Vincent (Spotrac) to help bring some sense to all that has happened. First they break down what the Naomi Girma record transfer means to the sport. Then Taylor explains what has to happen next for San Diego off the back of the moves of Girma & Jaedyn Shaw. Then the two dig into a few teams off-seasons they like so far from North Carolina to Utah. And finally they discuss the changing...
Jan 22, 2025•35 min•Ep. 127
David was in the stands to see the wand that is Jack McGlynn's left foot & the Agy-god himself slot one away in Miami. Tom and Gass give their reactions to the match against Venezuela. Then they dig in on the DP signing Chicago has made and where their roster stands right now. Plus head out to California and talk about the next two big moves San Diego made, LA Galaxy's roster maneuvering & LAFC's rebuild. 7:30 USMNT 18:20 Chicago Fire 34:00 San Diego FC Making Big Moves 39:30 LA Galaxy R...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 126
David sits down with two of the biggest rising stars in MLS in Cavan & Obed. Cavan talks all about growing up a soccer super family. And then Obed digs into his plans to take the next step on the field, coming from Alaska & preparing for the Club World Cup. 1:45 Cavan Sullivan 9:00 Obed VargasSoccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Jan 17, 2025•20 min•Ep. 125
Neymar yes that Neymar! Is talking to the Chicago Fire YES THAT CHICAGO FIRE about coming to MLS. Tom & Gass dig into what this could mean for the league and for Chicago while also breaking news about a DP officially signing. Not to be outdone Charlotte have ended their Miguel Almiron pursuit while sealing a loan for Wilfred Zaha, BUT could this mean Miggy is headed home to Atlanta instead? Plus a little clarity as we head towards a Lucho Acosta & Evander solution around their MLS future...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 124
NWSL is in it's offseason and Jordan is on vacation but there is huge news to cover around the women's game especially in the great white north! David sits down with the Canadian Women's National Team manager Casey Stoney about what she can bring to the program, how she will assist NSL & her views on her time in San Diego. Then Amy Walsh joins the show to bring her POV on this appointment, the strength of the game in Canada & the build of NSL into it's inaugural season. 2:55 Casey Stoney...
Jan 15, 2025•47 min•Ep. 123
Well Tom has been reporting on a new cash for trade internal MLS transfer system and well when it rains it pours. The news became official on Tuesday that it would go into effect in 2025 with a number of additional rule changes. David & Tom talk you through all of them and of course dig into Vancouvers new head coach & Atlanta's big DP connections.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Jan 14, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 122
Coming out of MLS's Media Marketing day in Miami David is ready to shine as the new media darling. Tom & David breakdown how Robin Fraser can change things in Toronto, and then dig into the Vancouver Whitecaps hiring process. Tom then shatters our reality breaking the news that Chicho Arango is heading to San Jose in a trade. But thats not all as of course the Ice Cream Shop is open while inside the silly szn. 7:13 TFC & Robin Fraser 18:43 Vancouver Whitecaps Head Coach Finalists 22:29 B...
Jan 11, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 121
Did Tom & David just take over the CF Montreal front office? The Canadian side are making all the sweet sweet MLS moves you can! So Soccerwise digs into the Jalen Neal trade, the Vrioni deal, NYCFC's new manager & of course the final sale on Brandon Vasquez back to MLS. Plus who are we most excited about on the USMNT January camp roster & who are the biggest snubs.4:00 USMNT January Roster 20:20 Why The LA Galaxy Trade Jalen Neal 29:04 Montreal Making Moves 39:00 Where The Revs Now S...
Jan 08, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 120
Soccerwise is back live in 2025 and it is a big one trying to catch up on all the moves going on across the league. Tommy is still scooping so the guys start on his breaking news about Brandon Vasquez approaching a return to MLS. Then they dig into the other big stories in the league from Philly landing on Bradley Carnell to San Diego looking to continue their roster build. 6:35 Brandon Vasquez & Austin FC 20:55 Bradley Carnell Officially Takes Over Philly 28:20 San Diego Pursuing DP Winger ...
Jan 04, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 119
Happy New Year to everyone from Soccerwise! Tom & David reflect back on 2024 all the biggest (and wildest) stories across the league, and then dig into what they're focusing on this offseason. They will be back later this week with the first live episode of 2025.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Dec 30, 2024•53 min•Ep. 118
While relaxing during the holiday season Jordan & David reflect on the best moments of 2024. From record unbeaten streaks to earth shattering coaching appointments they review it all and discuss what it could mean for the future of Women's Soccer in this region.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Dec 27, 2024•32 min•Ep. 117
With the holiday season in full swing David sits down with Dan Rutstein, President of Business Relations at Orange County Soccer Club. They dive into all the big topics surrounding soccer in America from the future Pro-Rel, to USL club finances, turning teams into global products, how to invest in a club, and much more.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Dec 23, 2024•58 min•Ep. 116
Final Soccerwise live show of the year time for Tom & David to dig into the big MLS stories. With so many coach openings in MLS the reports are flying around and it sounds like PHI & ATL have landed on some big experienced names. On the transfer side of things Red Bulls have signed a new DP to help lead their front line, but is this the big signing the fans have been waiting for? Speaking of DPs is Charlotte coming back to the table with Miguel Almiron? Plus a ton of free agent movement ...
Dec 20, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 115
Massive news out of Canada as the Vancouver Whitecaps have been put up for sale. What does this mean for fans in BC and the future of the sport in the Great White North? Heading south President Of Liga MX Mikel Arriola has broken some news about changes to the Leagues Cup Schedule. And of course the ice cream shop is open with major scoops from Facundo Torres's multimillion dollar transfer to MLS free agent signings.8:00 Vancouver Whitecaps Up For Sale 28:00 Leagues Cup Format Changes 32:33 Atla...
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 113
With MLS cup put to bed its all about the silly season now! San Diego has 12 players officially on the books so what do Tom & David think so far? Then Tom serves up some tasty scoops on the future of a few big name MLS players in Facundo Torres, Jesus Ferreira & Paul Arriola. 4:00 SD Expansion Draft 20:00 SD Roster Build Update 29:05 Facundo Torres Transfer Saga 39:10 Jesus Ferreira Trade Talk 48:25 Paul Arriola Trade Potential 53:37 Interesting Free Agent Landing Spots 59:10 Potential M...
Dec 12, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 112
An epic MLS Cup final is in the books and the LA Galaxy have returned to the top of mountain. David & Tom talk through the incredible match and take you behind the scenes on the ground of all the best celebration moments. Then they talk through the future of these two clubs in 2025 and beyond. And of course Tommy Scoops is all over the half day trade window breaking news and breaking down Cincy & Colorado's big trade, Philly canceling their Superdraft, and much more.Soccerwise Live 2pm E...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 111
David Gass and Tom Bogert have descended on LA for MLS Cup 2024, and they're live in the starting eleven studio in Venice Beach to preview tomorrow's final.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Dec 07, 2024•52 min•Ep. 110
USWNT end 2024 undefeated with a 1-0-1 window in Europe. BUT what did we learn, and what can we take away? Jordan and David talk through it dig into the GK depth chart, questions at LB, and who will have chances going forward. Then they dig into all the big news coming out of San Diego from President to center back & check in on NWSL free agency. 2:50 USWNT-NED Recap 16:40 USWNT-ENG Recap 25:30 Big Takeaways From USWNT 33:30 Future USWNT GK 44:30 Massive Changes In San Diego 55:45 NWSL Free ...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 109
The OGs are riding to MLS Cup with a rematch of the Galaxy & Metrostars first ever match in 1996. Tom & David talk through how these two sides got here, of course Riqui Puig's devastating injury, and what the semifinal fallout will be for Orlando & Seattle. On top of MLS cup TFC are in search of a new manager after John Herdman stepped down and New England is wheeling and dealing out of the Bruce Arena era.7:30 ECF Recap & Red Bulls’ Road To MLS Cup 27:30 What Does This Mean For ...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 108
Less games this weekend but the quality and pressure was of the highest order. The New York Red Bulls have made it to MLS cup for just the second time ever with their upset win in Orlando. And they will face another MLS original in the LA Galaxy who have reached the final once again, but lost talisman Riqui Puig in the process. On top of MLS action the USWNT went toe to toe with England in front of a sold out Wembley, and San Diego may have found their coach.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/...
Dec 02, 2024•33 min•Ep. 107
With the MLS Conference finals coming up David sits down with some of the stars of the hour to get your prepared. First Galaxy center-mid Edwin Cerrillo joins to take you inside the locker room and what makes this team tick. Then from other side of the Western Conference Final Albert Rusnak joins to talk about their young stars and how they can win in LA AGAIN. Last but not least young defensive phenom Noah Eile chats about how the Red Bulls have turned their season around.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET...
Nov 29, 2024•53 min•Ep. 106
Seattle are heading back to LA for the second week in a row for a knockout playoff game & the Red Bulls cinderella story continues. Tom & David breakdown how these four teams got to this point, and what are the keys this weekend to making it all the to Cup. But of course MLS drama never ends with two coaches being fired this week and two more being hired this is plenty of news to discuss as well. 4:30 Eastern Conference Semifinal Recap 18:00 ECF Preview 29:50 Western Conference Semifinal...
Nov 28, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 105
Barbra Banda has shut the door on the 2024 NWSL season with her winning goal on Saturday night. David & Jordan were both in KC for an incredible weekend of festivities. From the skills challenge, to the stadium, and of course the breakfast sandwiches they break it all down. And of course they dig into the game how Orlando got over the line, what it means, and what Washington's future could hold.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 104
With the NWSL final around the corner the hero of Washington's semifinal comeback Hal Hershfelt joins the show. She talks Jordan & David through how they got past Gotham, the strength of her all-time rookie class, and of course what the keys are to facing off with Orlando.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Nov 22, 2024•20 min•Ep. 103
The MLS playoffs are finally back so Tom & David get you set with the biggest storylines of the round! Is LAFC building a dynasty? Is this the biggest Hudson River Derby all-time? Best Upset chances? And of course not to be forgotten FC Dallas name a new head coach & Montreal a new Director of Soccer. 9:45 Breaking News Charlotte Not Triggering Pep Biels Buy Option 17:00 Hudson River Derby Preview (The Biggest One Ever) 27:30 LAFC Building A Dynasty? 33:20 Seattle’s Last Hurrah 40:00 Osc...
Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 102
Tommy Scoops is in playoff mode working overtime and brings the biggest scoops of the year. Tata Martino after setting the MLS Single season points record is stepping away from Inter Miami we talk through why, what this means, and where does the club go from here. Not to be outdone while Lucho's future is unsure FC Cincy just set the the MLS transfer record we breakdown how he will fit and what this means bigger picture for MLS. Then Luchi Gonzalez stops by once again to analyze all four playoff...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 101
A clash of titans in the semifinals has led us to this point with Shield winners Orlando facing off against #2 seed Washington in the NWSL Championship. Jordan & David run us through how they got here from the epic semifinal wins, to how these sides have been built over time. And of course they preview the final, what will be the X-factors, how could this match play out, and predictions. And not to be forgotten USWNT released their roster for the big match at Wembley coming up so they breakd...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 100
