Jason and Jared catch up on the Champions League results with special focus on the fortunes of the Americans in the competition. Can AC Milan still get through? Is PSV still alive? Then the boys hit on the MLS Cup playoffs and how much Jared loves the new format (HA!). Jozy Altidore said the 2014 generation of the USMNT could beat the 2022 generation. Is he right? Who are you taking? Dempsey & Donovan or Pulisic & Weah? Finally, the dynamic duo get into their thoughts on the David Beckha...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 24 min
The big news this week is that Nicky Soup & Sambuca is back on the show, just in time to celebrate FC Cincinnati's first trophy. But there's also a USMNT game, so the boys get into the roster and what we want to see lined up against Germany in East Hartford. There's some more MLS talk (Galaxy are trash) and the crew debates the quality of Kirkland Signature products. Check out Jason's new interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". Already posted are clips with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lala...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 39 min
Jason and Jared are BACK. This time they're talking about the news that Gregg Berhalter and Gio Reyna have finally been in touch, the triumph of the Houston Dynamo over Inter Miami (without Lionel Messi), and Inter Miami's decision to jack up season ticket prices to eye-watering levels. Check out Jason's new interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". Already posted are clips with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lalas, and Taylor Rockwell. Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the vide...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 18 min
Jason and Jared are back to give their unique takes on the world of American soccer. First, the boys talk about Lionel Messi's injury situation and how it might effect Inter Miami's push for a playoff spot. Then it's time to pick a side in Kroenke v. FIFA, with the Kroenke family unhappy with the concessions FIFA demands for games to be played at SoFi Stadium in 2026. Could there be a World Cup without games in Los Angeles? Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at patreon....
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 20 min
On this episode of The Best Soccer Show, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois break down the performance of the USMNT in two friendlies against Uzbekistan and Oman, leading into a discussion of Folarin Balogun's frustration with his role in Gregg Berhalther's national team system. The boys then get into the drama in Foxboro, with Bruce Arena resigning and Richie Williams getting sidelined by the club. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at patreon.com/thebestsoccershow. A couple...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Jason and Jared are here again to give you the best, most entertaining coverage of American soccer you'll find anywhere on Planet Earth. This week is—no surprise—all about Gregg Berhalter's relationship with Gio Reyna, with plenty on the rest of the USMNT roster called in for games against *cough* Uzbekistand and Oman. The boys also note the retirement of Julie Ertz and talk about Lionel Messi finally getting shut out with Inter Miami. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show...
Sep 01, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Jason and The Rodius are back to talk about Messi and company taking down Nick's FC Cincinnati in the US Open Cup. GDI Sergio Santos. There's also a full review of what Gregg Berhalter's USMNT roster for matches against Uzbekistand and Oman might look lile. Should he go with the "A" squad? As usual, this is a wild show with plenty of hilarious moments and in-depth soccer talk. Tell a friend about us, will ya? Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at patreon.com/thebestsocc...
Aug 25, 2023•1 hr 23 min
We're sharing a special 30 minute clip from Jason's new YouTube show, "One Shot On Frame". Jason talks to former USMNT player and current ESPN soccer/futbol guy Heculez Gomez about a photo from his days as a 19-year-old trialist in Mexico. Please support Jason's new show by subscribing and like on the YouTube page at https://youtube.com/@OneShotOnFrame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 21, 2023•35 min
WE'RE BACK, BABY. Jason and Jared are here to ponder the end of Vlatko Andonovski's tenure as USWNT head coach, ask the big questions about who should get the job next, and consider whether the era of USWNT dominance is over. There's also a lot of League Cup talk with Messi and company reaching the final. The boys talk about the ethics of reselling your tickets to make big bucks on the back of a big name visiting your team's stadium. There's also a catch-up on some of the transfer sagas involvin...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 28 min
The USWNT is out of the World Cup and Jason and Jared are here to break down what went wrong for Alex Morgan and company. Vlatko out, right? The boys talk about individual player problems, the rash of injuries that hurt the squad and how poor preperation set the US up to fail Down Under. Jason and Jared also discuss Tyler Adams's move to Chelsea, Yunus Musah's transfer to USA-C Milan, and Matt Turner trading Arsenal red for Forest...red. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the sh...
Aug 11, 2023•1 hr 18 min
The boys do the Thursday night thing ahead of Lionel Messi's debut for Inter Miami and the start of the World Cup for the USWNT. Jason and Jared debate the value of the weird new competition that is stopping MLS for a month, the Leagues Cup (spoiler: Jared thinks it's trash and Nick's not big on it either). Note about the audio quality: It's a little rougher than usual because Jason is in Puerto Rico visiting La Familia. Don't worry, the content is still top-notch. Make sure you check out our bo...
Jul 21, 2023•1 hr 19 min
Jason and Jared are back to react to the USMNT defeat to Panama in the semifinals of the Gold Cup. ARE WE MAD??? We take stock on some key players from the tournament and wonder what's next for BJ Callaghan. The boys also talk about Christian Pulisic and his name and his move to AC Milan. There's an impromptu quiz for Jared on USL teams and we mention the news that the USL is considering promotion and relegations. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at patreon.com/thebes...
Jul 14, 2023•1 hr 30 min
After a brief summer hiatus, Jason, Jared, and Nick are back to talk about the Gold Cup, Jesus Ferreira's hat trick explosion, Americans making moves abroad, and which restaurants you might catch USMNT players shirtless in. Remember, the video version of the show is the best version of the show. Only via video do you get to see the live comments, the visual gags, and the handsome visage of Nicholas Soup & Salad. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at patreon.com/theb...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 22 min
With Nicky Soup & Savage off doing very midwestern things, it's the boys and the live chat to talk about the American triumph in the Nations League under BJ Callaghan (ANOTHER ONE), the news that Gregg Berhalter is coming back (and the QSMNT response), the roster Vlatko picked for the USWNT World Cup effort, and the outlook for the Gold Cup. 120 minutes of your favorite soccer podcast. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at patreon.com/thebestsoccershow. A couple buc...
Jun 22, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Welcome to a special reach around the world episode of The Best Soccer Show. LIONEL MESSI PICKED US! Or, he picked Miami and lots of cash from Apple and Adidas. Jason, Jared, and Nick get into what Messi-to-MLS means for soccer in America, dive into why he might have picked MLS over a pile of Saudi cash, ponder if Inter Miami is still going to stink with the best player in the world in its team, and more. JTT makes a special appearance, we get a few more calls, and Jared proposes a charity singl...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 32 min
Jason, Jared, and Nicky Soup & Sausage are back with a new edition of The Best Soccer Show that definitely does not suck. The boys get into the news that BJ Callaghan, assistant to the regional manager, is moving up in the world. Then there's the Nations League roster, featuring the Folarin "Sun's Out Balogun's Out" Balogun and a weird midfielder without a clear #6. Who's missing from the squad and who maybe doesn't deserve to be there? Jason and Jared talk about the U20 performance in Argen...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 34 min
The boys are in rare form this week, talking about the Riqui v. Giorgio incident in the US Open Cup, the status of the US U20s at the World Cup in Argentina, Matt Crocker's (Joe Cocker's) comments about the USMNT head coaching search, and how Hudson will handle summer rosters. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at Patreon. A couple bucks a month makes you a Bestie and gets you access to our Slack, our bonus eps, and discounts on merch. Get some BSS gear. New designs com...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 16 min
SUNS OUT BALOGUNS OUT! The boys gather to celebrate Folarin Balogun's decision to play for the United States of America over stinky old England and discuss how he fits into the lineup with the Nations League games coming next month. Plus, there are fresh rumors that Jesse Marsch will be the next head coach of the USMNT. Does Jesse's style fit the team? Can he be flexible? Will his players have respect for the gegner? We get into the news that San Diego will get an MLS expansion franchise for an ...
May 19, 2023•1 hr 27 min
Jason and Jared discuss the hiring of Oguchi Onyewu as "VP of Sporting" with US soccer and ponder what that means for the USMNT head coaching search. The boys get into what the summer USMNT rosters will look like and which players might not play in both the Nations League and Gold Cup. There's also a game! Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at Patreon. A couple bucks a month makes you a Bestie and gets you access to our Slack, our bonus eps, and discounts on merch. Get ...
May 12, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Jason, Jared, and Nick discuss the bad times for a number of Americans playing abroad and ponder the problematic centerback situation for the USMNT. Should John Brooks get called up?!?! There's some USMNT head coach candidate pool talk before the guys do a retrospective on the incredible career of Brek Shea, play an MLS trivia game, and ask ChatGPT to give us some autobiography titles for MLS players. CHECK OUT OUR PATREON! Support the (newly) independent version of The Best Soccer Show. For a f...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 22 min
The right people came together to talk about the hiring of Matt Crocker as US Soccer sporting director. Jason and Jared breakdown the choice of Crocker to lead all of the US soccer programs and debate what it means for the choice of next USMNT head coach. The boys also dive into the USMNT player pool with Nations League and Gold Cup coming up this summer. It's the return of Marco Polo, big pool/kiddie pool edition. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at Patreon. A couple...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 19 min
The USMNT played a game of soccer against Mexico and some thing happened. Plus, Jason and Jared ponder transfer rumors swirling around some key American players in Europe. Make sure you check out our bonus stuff and support the show at https://patreon.com/thebestsoccershow. A couple bucks a month makes you a Bestie and gets you access to our bonus eps—featuring way more Nicky Soup & Sausage. You can also support the show and look fly like Jrodius by buying some BSS gear. New designs coming s...
Apr 25, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Jason Davis and Jared DuBois debate whether MLS should be flexible for one of the greatest footballers of ALL-TIME join the league. How much would the league benefit from signing Lionel Messi? The guys also discuss the report that former USMNT defender Oguchi Onyewu is throwing his hat into the ring to become US Soccer's newest Sporting Director. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Tw...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 25 min
Jason Davis and Jared DuBois discuss the opening weekend of MLS and their first impressions of the new MLS Season Pass on Apple TV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 07, 2023•1 hr 32 min
On this week's episode, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois take a closer look at Major League Soccer's next new playoff format - featuring a notable best of 3 series for round one. What do you make of the changes? The guys also offer up our 2023 MLS season predictions and place a few friendly wagers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2023•1 hr 27 min
Jason Davis and Jared DuBois discuss the latest surrounding Jesse Marsch's move to Southampton falling apart. The guys get into going on with the American coach and what's next for him. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: b...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 21 min
Jason Davis and Jared DuBois discuss the sacking of Jesse Marsh from Leeds and if he is destined for the managerial throne at the USMNT. Thanks to all the Besties who called in! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsoccershow Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices...
Feb 13, 2023•1 hr 23 min
On this week's edition of The Best Soccer Show, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois discuss the arrival of USMNT midfielder Weston McKennie to Leeds United FC where he joins fellow Americans Jesse Marsch, Brenden Aaronson and Tyler Adams. Plus, what did you make of the USMNT January camp & games? Thanks to all the Besties who called in! Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https:/...
Feb 04, 2023•1 hr 20 min
The USMNT are shaking everything up and the boys are here to break it all down. What do the official departures of legends Earnie Stewart and Brian McBride & the uncertainty around Gregg Berhalter mean for the national team? Plus, Weston McKennie to Leeds seems inevitable at this point - is it the right move for both parties? Thanks to everyone who called in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2023•1 hr 21 min
On this week's show, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois take a closer look at the USMNT January camp roster released on Wednesday. Plus, the USWNT get back to their winning ways & Chris Richards impressed in his first Premier League start against Manchester United. Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple...
Jan 20, 2023•1 hr 16 min
