The first game of the season is here and Soccerwise has you covered with the full match preview. First Jordan & David talk about the big news surrounding the Portland Thorns. Then they dig into how the Spirit & Pride have progressed since the NWSL Championship match and how this latest face off could play out. Then Washington Spirit starting GK and 2x NWSL GKOY Aubrey Kingsbury stops by to chat about her offseason, the new additions to the squad, goals for this season, and revenge agains...
Mar 07, 2025•43 min•Ep. 160
David turns back the clock for the classic CCL Fever as we hit the big time in that competition. Thee guys break down everything they saw this week in CCC(gross). Then they dig into FC Dallas's multimillion dollar center mid signing, and discuss some glaring transfer needs that can still be filled. Finally their must watch games of Week 3 in MLS. 9:30 Whitecaps Pushing Monterey 19:00 Seattle Tie Cruz Azul 22:44 LA Galaxy Lose 1-0 In Costa Rica 29:04 FCC Tie Tigres At Home 35:00 LAFC Revenge Matc...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 159
The NWSL season is around the corner so it is FINALLY time for Soccerwise's big season preview. Jordan & David call in reinforcements as Lori Lindsey & Jill Loyden join the show to hit EVERY TEAM in the league. Six minutes and thirty seconds are on the clock as the squad goes team by team through big offseason moves, tactical breakdowns, and big question marks for every team. See below for timestamps for every club's conversations & you can find each team as a standalone video on our...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 158
Two matches into the MLS season and there are 5 perfect teams left in the league. Tom & David talk through who they think are the biggest surprises. And then go to the other end of the spectrum to talk about the scoreless teams left in MLS. Finally they preview a huge week of CCC action coming up and look at the road to glory for all MLS sides. 1:20 Tom's Trip To Cover CTL v ATL 15:00 Perfect 5 17:46 San Jose's Defensive Turnaround 22:08 Vancouver's Strong Start 26:11 DOOP DOOP DOOP DOOP 29:...
Mar 05, 2025•53 min•Ep. 157
Week 2 of MLS action is in the books and we had some shocking results, some wild finishes, and surprising group of six clubs on a perfect six points. Gass talks you through how all six of those sides got here and touches on all the biggest headlines from Zaha's match winning debut in front of 50k fans, to bike kick equalizers in Chicago & a home debut for San Diego. And don't forget we will be back live on Tuesday with Tom Bogert and then have our massive NWSL season preview + Challenge Cup ...
Mar 03, 2025•19 min•Ep. 156
A big show with Joe Lowery (Backheeled) joining Tom & Gass to talk through all the best stories around MLS. First they run through what we have seen so far in CCC action for the MLS sides. Specifically how worried should we be for RSL coming off the defeat to Herediano and still searching for help up top. Next Joe & Tom give their biggest Week 1 reactions, and then they preview the weekend with the storylines they're most focused on. 6:00 RSL Loss & Striker Search 29:00 Tom's Week 1 ...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 155
SheBelieves Cup is about to end and we have learned so much about so many new players (thank you Emma Hayes!). Jordan & David discuss their favorite players so far, what they could add to the program going forward, the affect the new USWNT CBA has on building depth, and what they need to see against Japan. They also discuss Casey Krueger's comments on her final discussion with Hayes on the "Hey Spirits' podcast. On the NWSL front they discuss the devastating injury news out of Portland, and ...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 154
We are off and rolling in MLS! Well maybe a few defenders /goalkeepers didn't get the memo, but Week 1 of MLS is in the books. Doyle joins David to talk about who was most impressive week 1, who hit the ground running, and who they have some early concerns about. Then they dig into all the CCC matches coming up the rest of the week. 11:40 Kevin Denkey Debut & FCC Win 22:02 Philly's Big Road Win 28:44 San Diego's Dream Start & LAG Question Marks 46:57 Nashville's Young CMs + Style Changes...
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 153
The weekend recap show is back! From 0-60 on soccer in North America Gass had to jump on the mic to give you all the highlights from weekend with huge matches. He runs through all the hits from every week 1 MLS match, and then breaks down Emma Hayes's big squad rotation for USWNT + Canada/US/Mexico are on the recruiting run right now. Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Feb 24, 2025•30 min•Ep. 152
Our final season preview episode is here! With our last three team specific segments we have some big ones! First we talk about the new kids on the block in San Diego FC w/ Tony. They talk all about what San Diego will look like as an MLS market and fanbase. Then we move north to San Jose to talk w/Alex about the Bruce Arena era and this striker heavy buffet. And last BUT NOT least we go to MLS sicko favorite the Houston Dynamo w/Jesus about Jack McGlynn taking over the reins from HH. 4:59 San D...
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 151
The squad is back together to draft their golden boot teams for 2025. First they run through their picks for Shield, Cup & MVP (Messi Very Probably) and then they dig in. 11 rounds of sicko MLS drafting capped with a new twist in the final round. Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 150
Jordan & David are so excited about the kickoff of the 2025 SheBelieves Cup. They present their preferred starting lineups for the first game. Then they dig into all the news around NWSL including a potential name for Denver & Orlando's newest signing. And then they continue their offseason recap with a deep dive on the Portland Thorns. 3:45 Greatest April Fools Prank Ever 6:51 Jordan & Davids USWNT Starting XI 19:09 Discord Questions On Ally Sentnor, Tara McKeown & Uncapped Call...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 149
We have waited as long as we can to preview some of the biggest names in MLS. Not all these teams are down with their offseason builds, or unfortunately some have but it is time to dig in. First Ben (upper90 Club) joins from CLB to talk post Cucho reality in Ohio. Then Franco (MIA Total Futbol) joins to set the stage for Messi and friends in 2025. Next Jeremy (Cascadia FC) stops by to talk about David Da Costa and needed defensive improvements in Portland. And finally Michael (Toronto Till I Die...
Feb 19, 2025•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 148
Hope is in the air in many cities as the MLS season approaches and we've got some big previews to prove it. It starts with the energy around Gregg Berhalter's new look Chicago Fire, and Tim (Men In Red 97) stops by to talk all about it. Then Andy (The Ball Is Round Montreal) joins to chat about the funky & fun roster being rolled out in Canada. And finally the mood comes down a little as Chuck (Views From The Bridge) discusses the Union finally playing in a post Jim Curtin world. 1:00 Chicag...
Feb 18, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 147
The next installment of our MLS season previews is thanks to the big #10 dominos falling! First we chat with Kevin Wallace (Cincy PostCast) about surviving the Lucho exit, Evander excitement, and 2025 expectations. Then Michael (Orlando Lions Den Podcast) stops by to talk about all the big additions to OSCS's attack. Next we dig into the other side of the Lucho sweepstakes with the celebrations in Dallas. We check in with Buzz Carrick (3rd Degree) who knows all things FC Dallas better than anyon...
Feb 18, 2025•2 hr 25 min•Ep. 146
We know you're trying to plan out your 2025 MLS schedule. Who is must watch, who do you want to go see, where should you travel to? Tom & Gass have you covered with their preseason 2025 "Watchability Rankings" to kickoff the week. Not to be outdone USL has announced their intention to create a top division league in America on the men's side of things. And of course the transfer market is still WIDE open as Portland finally pulls the trigger on their 2 big #10 moves, Josh Atencio leaves Seat...
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 145
We are at the midway point of Soccerwise's team by team previews for the 2025 MLS Season. Tom & David are lucky enough to be joined by another set of local hosts. First they run the rule over the record breaking transfer window for the Verde in Austin with Landon Cotham (Moontower Soccer). Then David chats about what 2025 should be for DC United with Gregory Roche (Pitch Pass Podcast). Not to be forgotten St Louis City SC has had a quiet offseason because they did so much work last summer. J...
Feb 16, 2025•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 144
The 2025 MLS Season draws nearer and it is time for Soccerwise's next batch of season previews. To start Seth Macomber of the Blazing Musket joins to dig into all FOURTEEN offseason transfers for the Revs. Then David chats with two of the best out of the music city in Ben Wright & Valair Shabilla to discuss BJ Callaghan's first full season. After that Michael McColl checks in from north of the border to give a temperature check on all things Vancouver Whitecaps. Last but not least Zarek Vale...
Feb 14, 2025•2 hr 15 min•Ep. 143
As shocking as it may be the MLS season IS right around the corner. As Soccerwise rolls out its team by team previews this is a big episode. Matt Doyle has brought some goodies by the Soccerwise studio with a points over/under line for EVERY SINGLE CLUB. The guys debate each one from 1 to 30. But what do you think? Are they right or wrong? Inter Miami: 65.5 Seattle Sounders: 59.5 FC Cincinnati: 59.5 LAFC: 56.5 LA Galaxy: 54.5 Atlanta United: 54.5 Columbus Crew: 53.5 Minnesota United: 53.5 New Yo...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 142
It seemed like a quiet week in Woso world until Emma Hayes dropped a massive roster on everyone. So Jordan & David are locked in bright and early to dig into the roster. What the key positions they are watching for? Who were the big surprises? And who do they wish had gotten called in? Then they dig into the Bay FC offseason adding a combined 6 All-American awards & how they add to the rebuild of Bay FC. 4:00 SheBelieves Cup Roster Reactions 10:00 Exciting Call-ups 30:00 Key Positional B...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 141
Tommy Scoops comes in from lounging poolside in Coachella Valley to take us behind the scenes on all things MLS. Who looked good? Who looked bad? And what are the big whispers around the league. Then Tom & Gass dig in on the latest twists and turn out of the Lucho saga, LA Galaxies young signings, and of course open the "Ice Cream Shop" for DP signings in Philly & more. 10:50 Coachella Observations 20:03 MLS to Liga MX Transfer Problems 37:37 LA Galaxy u22 Signings & Injuries 46:00 I...
Feb 12, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 140
Episode two of our 2025 MLS season previews is live! Continuing to focus on the CCC participant sides Tom & David are joined by some more amazing podcast hosts to dig into it all. Drew VanderPluug of the KC based Home & Away Podcast joins to breakdown a transformational SKC offseason. Then Hayden & Mattey join from the Royal Riot to wax poetic about Diego Luna. After that we have a loaded segment with 3 guests out of Seattle Ari & Noah of the Lobbing Scorchers Podcast & Jerem...
Feb 09, 2025•2 hr 7 min•Ep. 139
David and Tom are ready to dig into the 2025 season. This is the first of their team by team previews that are going to come out before MLS Is Back. Soccerwise is teaming up with the best local hosts for every club to bring you all your preview coverage. Each team will have its own separate segment (you can find via timestamps below). In the first episode we are lucky enough to be joined by good friend of the show Sam Jones of Five Stripe Final in Atlanta, Mark Fishkin of the legendary Seeing Re...
Feb 08, 2025•2 hr 23 min•Ep. 138
If you watch Soccerwise you know sometimes Tom & Gass can get mad and say some harsh things. BUT Lucho Acosta has taken things to another level. The guys dig into Acosta's quotes to The Queen City Press about why he wants to leave the club. Then they breakdown the Christian Ramirez trade to the LA Galaxy, and where Columbus stand now. Of course the Soccerwise squad is stoked about the return of USOC and some big debuts, and then they get their CPA's up to read the fine print on the 2025 MLS ...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 137
Jordan Angeli is back on Soccerwise. It is finally time to breakdown all things NWSL offseason together. First David & Jordan dig into Houston's offseason after talking to their new star Yazmeen Ryan. They then discuss the current news with Midge Purce returning to Gotham & the groundbreaking settlement in the NWSL case against the players who experienced abuse. Jordan’s Kiwi Adventures 9:48 Yasmeen Ryan Interview 31:05 Houston Dash Rebuild Update 43:10 Midge Purce Returns 54:30 Savy Kin...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 136
The start of the 2025 MLS season is just around the corner but that CLEARLY does not mean the roster moves are going to slow down. He maybe not be Luka Doncic but Cucho Hernandez ending his time in MLS has sent shockwaves around the league. Tom & Gass dig into what is going on in Columbus & what is Cucho's legacy in his short time. Then they dig into the flurry of new cash trades in MLS with millions of $$ being spent on Dejan Jovelic, Jack McGlynn & Ted Ku-DiPietro + of course the "...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 135
For a special episode David sits down with immigration lawyer Joao Mendes of Arce Immigration Law in Miami to talk about the experience for players coming into the United States. Joao gives us an idea of the process that every team is going through right now as they bring over new signings across MLS & NWSL.Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Feb 03, 2025•19 min•Ep. 134
You know her very well one of the co-hosts of Soccerwise but Jordan Angeli had a big week for other reasons. NWSL has officially announced Denver as the newest club entering in 2026. So Jordan tells us all about the big announcement and all excitement in Colorado. Soccerwise Live 2pm ET Every Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday on Youtube/Twitch/Twitter
Jan 31, 2025•35 min•Ep. 133
Everyday the moves in MLS seem to grow and grow! Today Tom has reported that Atlanta United have finally sealed the most expensive signing in league history Emmanuel Latte Lathe to pair with Miguel Almiron. HOWEVER Chicago made some history of their own before breakfast as Jhon Duran's sell on fee from his massive move to Saudi Arabia has now made him the highest sale in MLS history. Also of course Gass & Tom react to the news around MLS participation in the 2025 US Open Cup, and open up the...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 132
NWSL Media Day has kicked off the 2025 soccer calendar so David brings on Pardeep Cattry for the books on the ground experience. Pardeep brings us behind the scenes with the vibe from the event, Commissioner Berman's comments on future NWSL expansion, and Rachel Kundananji’s friendships across the league + plans for 2025. And of course they dig deep on Gotham and where this club stands right now with all the movement across their roster. 2:30 Vibes from NWSL Media Day 3:40 Racheal Kundananji’s S...
Jan 29, 2025•36 min•Ep. 131
