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Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ...

TSS, The Athletictotalsoccershow.com
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.

Episodes

The Kane curse is over! Are Arsenal in top five trouble? | Weekend Review

The TSS Gang is here to look back on a weekend where Bayern Munich won the league - without kicking a ball - Chelsea toppled the reigning champions, the scudetto race stayed tight, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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/totalso...

May 05, 20251 hr 11 min

Which USMNT players should Wrexham sign? | Listener Questions!

The TSS Gang is here with the latest batch of Listener Questions! On this episode, we’re sending some Americans to Wrexham, we’re analyzing Napoli’s transfer business, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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! L...

May 02, 20251 hr 6 min

Is Lamine Yamal playing at Messi levels for Barcelona? I Champions League Review

We spend a lot of time breaking down Barcelona's 3-3 draw with Inter, and then a marginally smaller amount of time on PSG's 1-0 win over Arsenal. How incredible is Lamine Yamal and how is it that he's still young enough to attend prom? Is Donnarumma the least athletic athletic person in the Champions League? What lessons can each team take from their opening match into the second leg? WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN ...

May 01, 20251 hr 3 min

Chris Richards' impressive season! Plus, could Poch leave for Spurs? | USMNT Weekly

Our foursome dives into the latest surrounding the U.S. men’s national team, discussing Chris Richards’ form for Crystal Palace, a pair of budding MLS stars making their case for national team inclusion, and Mauricio Pochettino’s love affair with Tottenham. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much ...

Apr 30, 20251 hr 2 min

Nashville SC explode! Paul Pogba to DC United? Can Bruce fix the Quakes? | MLS Update

Jeff Rueter joins Taylor and Joe to chat about all things MLS, from Nashville SC’s wild 7-2 win over the Chicago Fire (featuring a battle between a pair of former USMNT managers!) to DC United’s pursuit of Paul Pogba to the chaos that is the Western Conference. All that — and more — on the show. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive D...

Apr 29, 20251 hr 17 min

Liverpool's title win and an epic Clasico win for Barcelona! | Weekend Review

There was no shortage of drama on a weekend where Liverpool wrapped up the league, Barcelona edged a brilliant Clasico battle, Man City and Crystal Palace progressed to the FA Cup Final, Napoli took the advantage in the scudetto race, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. ⁠Becom...

Apr 28, 20251 hr 8 min

Should Real Madrid choose between Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Junior? | Listener Questions

The TSS Gang is here to answer your questions! On this episode, we consider whether PSG needs a stronger domestic league, if Real Madrid must chose between its star forwards, and which players we should send to Pawnee, Indiana! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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 patre...

Apr 25, 20251 hr 6 min

Will Wrexham survive the Championship? I The Bulletin

We take a look at some of the biggest stories we haven't yet spent time discussing, including Wrexham's looming promotion to the Championship, Leeds potentially parting ways with manager Daniel Farke, who has more at stake in the Copa del Rey Final this weekend, and the biggest moves on MLS transfer deadline day. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to o...

Apr 24, 20251 hr 2 min

Will the U.S. make it out of their 2026 World Cup group? | USMNT Weekly

Ryan is back! Taylor, Joe, and Ryan dive into the latest surrounding the USMNT, covering the team’s injury list (Balogun is back! Dest is…kind of back? What’s next for Pepi?) and answering your questions. Could the U.S. get grouped in ’26? What state’s five-a-side team would win in a tournament? All that — and more — on the show. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podc...

Apr 23, 20251 hr 4 min

Best and worst of the MLS transfer window! | MLS Update

Jeff Rueter joins Taylor, Graham, and Joe to break down the highs and lows of the MLS primary transfer window ahead of tomorrow’s deadline. Which team had the best window? Which team had the worst window? What was the best individual move of the window? And which move most left us scratching our heads? All that — and some newsy updates from around MLS — on the show. Sign up for Fantasy Utd HERE! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JO...

Apr 22, 20252 hr 34 min

Was Trent Alexander-Arnold's goal his best (and maybe last) for Liverpool? I Weekend Review

With Ryan trying to stay sane navigating post-holiday highways, it's left to Graham, Joe and Taylor to breakdown all the action from this past weekend. Big wins for Liverpool and Aston Villa, a wild one between Barcelona and Celta Vigo, and a title race in Italy?! All that, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blo...

Apr 21, 20251 hr 11 min

Kevin de Bruyne to Real Madrid? | Listener Questions

The TSS Gang is back to field your questions! On this episode, we ask which continent Kevin de Bruyne will play on next, we ask what happened to the Confederations Cup, we look at what's happening at Reading FC, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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 patreo...

Apr 18, 202557 min

Did Ancelotti’s magic wear off for Real Madrid? | Champions League Review

With Ryan doing his best to remain level-headed on an 8-hour road trip with family, it's left to Graham, Joe and Taylor to break down this week's Champions League results. All 4 winners from the first leg advanced to the next round, but there was considerable drama along the way... except in Madrid, where Los Blancos weren't able to find their customary spark. So, who is the favorite to win it all, and what will Graham do without John McGinn in the competition? WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're p...

Apr 17, 202559 min

Playing USMNT Jeopardy! Testing our trivia knowledge

Taylor ‘Alex Trebek’ Rockwell hosts the very first edition of TSS Jeopardy! Ryan, Graham, and Joe compete to answer questions about the USMNT, ranging from top-scorers in various leagues to historic red cards to notorious opponents. There’s drama. There’s intrigue. And there’s plenty of chaos. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord...

Apr 16, 20251 hr 2 min

Why didn’t MLS change its calendar? Plus, a blockbuster trade & teams we’re worried about | MLS Update

The hosts discuss MLS's decision not to adopt the European calendar, the Columbus Crew's acquisition of Daniel Gazdag, and struggling teams like DC United and Houston Dynamo. They also highlight promising teams like Vancouver and Colorado, and touch on injuries and potential transfer window activity. The episode analyzes team performances, roster construction, and coaching decisions, offering insights into the current state of MLS.

Apr 15, 20251 hr 19 min

Salah shines, Mbappe sees red & Bayern split points with Dortmund | Weekend Review

The TSS Gang looks back upon another action-packed weekend, in which the big derby games in Germany and Italy ended in deadlocks, Man Utd and Tottenham suffered four-goal defeats, and Barcelona's hot streak continued! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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/tot...

Apr 14, 20251 hr 2 min

Can we buy a USL team? | Listener Questions

The TSS Gang is here once more to answer your questions! On this episode, we discuss the practicalities of an MLS schedule change, we look forward to the reported Women's Club World Cup, we discover Discovery Rights, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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 p...

Apr 11, 20251 hr 4 min

Is Barca-PSG the Champions League final we all should want? I Champions League Review

The full foursome is here to break down all the action from a goal-filled week of Champions League fixtures! How did Arsenal manage to take apart Real Madrid? Can the Spanish giants respond in the second leg? Can anyone top PSG AND Barcelona, and what happens if those two meet in the final? Was the Thuram assist a full Alec Baldwin? All that and much much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our ...

Apr 10, 20251 hr 2 min

Can Poch (or anyone) lead the U.S. to a World Cup semifinal? | USMNT Weekly

Ryan, Taylor, and Joe tackle your hot takes on today’s USMNT-centric show. Can the U.S. make a World Cup semifinal? Does the U.S. have a chemistry problem? Should Poch call a completely new center back group in June? All that — and much more — on the show. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. B...

Apr 09, 202559 min

Why American soccer needs semi-pro leagues I Real Central New Jersey's Ira Jersey on founding a club

Our longtime friend Ira Jersey is here for a bonus episode to discuss his club, Real Central New Jersey. Founded in early 2020 (what a fun time), RCNJ sought to bridge the divide between soccer in North Jersey and soccer in South Jersey. But what has the club learned along the way? How has it grown and stayed increasingly relevant in its local community? And, right off the bat, is it "ray-al" or "real?" Plus, the potential impact of promotion and relegation, the barriers to growth for small club...

Apr 08, 202552 min

Kevin De Bruyne to Inter Miami? Plus, buying or selling playoff teams in the East | MLS Update

Taylor, Jeff, Graham, and Joe dive into the latest and greatest from around MLS! In a wide-ranging discussion of the Eastern Conference’s top teams, we chat about the reports linking Kevin De Bruyne to Inter Miami. How could it happen? Would adding De Bruyne be against the rules? How would he fit into the team? We also sink our teeth into how the Crew are thriving in a post-Cucho world, the Philadelphia Union’s hot start, what’s next for FC Cincinnati, and so, so much more. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHA...

Apr 08, 20251 hr 29 min

Why was the Manchester derby so bad? | Weekend Review

The TSS Gang is here to look back upon a weekend in which the Manchester derby did not live up to expectations, Real Madrid suffered a big home defeat, the USWNT clocked a win in California, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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...

Apr 07, 20251 hr 6 min

Is the Premier League boring? | Listener Questions

The TSS Gang is here for another dive into the Listener Questions mailbag! On this ep, we ask whether this Premier League season is boring, what the USWNT needs to do ahead of the 2027 World Cup, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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/totalsocce...

Apr 04, 202557 min

The US is getting another World Cup! | The Bulletin

Rounding up all the news that's fit to be... rounded up, I guess? We're taking a longer look at some of the biggest stories from the week, including the US very likely getting to host the 2031 Women's World Cup, the downfall of the Brazil national team, a random playoff for the final Club World Cup spot, banned bodyguards, and much much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which hous...

Apr 03, 202558 min

Drafting our best USMNT XIs | USMNT Weekly

Presenting: The Total Soccer Show's USMNT Draft! Ryan conducts a fierce battle between Taylor, Graham, and Joe, who each draft a team of 11 U.S. players in hopes of building the best possible lineup. Whose team ends up as the strongest outfit? And what did this exercise tell us about the state of Mauricio Pochettino's player pool? All that -- and more -- on the show. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check ou...

Apr 02, 20251 hr 17 min

Peter Vermes out at SKC! Plus, buying or selling the West’s top teams | MLS Update

Jeff Rueter joins the show to chat with Taylor and Joe about all things MLS! After Peter Vermes’ time with Sporting Kansas City came to a close earlier this week, we discuss Vermes’ legacy, what went wrong, and what comes next for SKC. Then it’s on to a chat about the top teams out West: which clubs are for real? And which are pretenders? Finally, we close out with a couple of quick hits from around the league. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and su...

Apr 01, 20251 hr 20 min

Man City stay in trophy contention, Barcelona can't stop scoring | Weekend Review

The TSS Gang is here to look back upon a weekend in which European domestic soccer returned with the FA Cup quarterfinals, a tight title race in Spain, a big result for Bayern, a bad one for Milan, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! 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/totalsoc...

Mar 31, 20251 hr 3 min

Relegating Man Utd & Changing the Throw-In rules! | Take It Or Leave It

The TSS Gang is here with the glorious return of Take It Or Leave It, the show where we assess your hottest takes! On this episode, we ask if Man Utd need a good relegation to clear house, whether Walker Zimmerman is a top-tier USMNT defender, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more....

Mar 28, 20251 hr 2 min

MLS 1.0 vs 2025 USL, Gio Reyna's consistent lack of minutes, and a new twist on five-aside I Listener Questions

On today's episode, we answer your listener questions, only 1 of which is fully related to the USMNT. 1) How does the current USL championship stack up to MLS just before David Beckham arrived? 2) Can you walk through the economics of an MLS team? 3) What's the history of interpretive statistics like expected goals? 4) Why has Gio Reyna consistently struggled to get playing time with different clubs and coaches even when he is healthy? 5) Should American players stop leaving for Europe unless th...

Mar 27, 20251 hr 13 min

How to get the USMNT on track for a successful 2026 World Cup | USMNT Weekly

In the aftermath of the low point of Mauricio Pochettino’s (short) tenure, Ryan, Taylor, and Joe dive into a list of things the U.S. needs to do to prepare for next summer’s World Cup. From hoping some of the USMNT’s key players improve their club situations to firming up the U.S. identity, we covered a ton of ground. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access...

Mar 26, 20251 hr 11 min