In Part 1 of our 2024-2025 Premier League preview, we go deep on the transfers, managers, tactics and key players for the top (alphabetical) half of the league: Arsenal through Ipswich Town. Can the Gunners get it done this year? Will Everton survive more looming financial concerns? Will Chelsea just continue to spend no matter what? Can Aston Villa hold onto that Champions League spot again this campaign? All that and much much more, including some Very Specific Predictions! JOIN THE TSS+ PATRE...
Aug 13, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Transcript available on Metacast Emma Hayes' start to life as USWNT coach couldn't have gone much better, with a Gold Medal secured at Paris 2024 following a (fairly narrow) victory over Brazil. The TSS gang break down the final and look to what's next for the women's NT! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ryan, Graham and Taylor wade into your takes to decide if we're taking them or leaving them! 1) Tanner Tessmann, not Johnny, will take Tyler Adams spot as the #6 for the 2026 World Cup 2) In group stage play goalless draws should result in both teams receiving ZERO points 3) An Asian or African country will win the World Cup before a North American country does 4) Five a side or TST style soccer should be incorporated into the Olympics 5) European soccer desperately needs salary caps for parity,...
Aug 08, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into a set of your questions! You can find the full list we discussed down below: 1. Why are the Olympic soccer jerseys different than the senior team jerseys? 2. Does the Red Bull tactical approach work better as an underdog tactical style, or for teams with more resources? 3. Is Tim Melia the best penalty-stopper in MLS history? 4. How can teams counter the 3-2-5 attacking shape that’s sweeping the globe? 5. Should Aston Villa make a move for Jack Grealish? 6. If m...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ryan and Graham are here to deliver an update on the US teams at Paris 2024! It's the end of the road for the men, whose limitations were exposed by Morocco, while the WNT survived a technical battle with Japan to progress! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 04, 2024•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast We discuss all the biggest signings and potential new additions in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and more. Arsenal's spend has them looking stronger, while Manchester United find themselves on yet more shaky ground. Chelsea keep on spending, Liverpool and Newcastle have yet to spend, and Aston Villa, Fulham and West Ham are all adding quality. Plus, PSG, Barcelona, Juventus and more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discor...
Aug 02, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast The TSS Gang returns to discuss the final group stage game for the men's and women's Olympics teams - a pair of victories against Guinea and Australia respectively, to ensure quarterfinal progress! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 01, 2024•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast The TSS Gang is here to answer your questions! Today, we look at whether the best USL teams could hang in MLS, we consider the career of Konrad de la Fuente, we pick a destination for a US National Team stadium, and much more! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor and Joe are back with the latest edition of MLS Rankings! On this episode, Taylor runs through a list of new signings who have joined MLS in the summer transfer window, ranging from new Designated Players in St. Louis, Austin, Houston, and Minnesota to key reinforcements. Joe then has to blind rank each signing. Who ends up on top? And who's stuck in last? Find out on the show! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog...
Jul 30, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast The whole gang is here to chat all about U.S. soccer at the Olympics! We start by breaking down the USWNT's big win over Germany. What did it tell us about Emma Hayes' team? Who shined? And what comes next? Then it's on to the men's win over New Zealand! Who impressed? And have our opinions changed on any players? All that -- and more -- on the show! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Beco...
Jul 29, 2024•56 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's a Friday recording session! Such rarity! Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss the USWNT's opening match of the 2024 Paris Olympics, a 3-0 win over Zambia. What did we learn from this, what tactical wrinkles did we see, and what can we expect in their next game against Germany? Plus, there's a brief chat about the Canada Soccer spying controversy, and a few more TIOLI suggestions! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Dis...
Jul 26, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast The whole crew is back together -- and we've brought Take It or Leave It back, too! After discussing the U.S. men's loss to France in their Olympic opener, our foursome dive into your hot takes. Is the group stage really the best part of a tournament? Is a European women's super league a good idea? Has the Apple TV deal been a net-negative for MLS? And should there be a yearly minutes cap on players? All that -- and more -- on the show. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses ...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast With Joe off enjoying the sights and sounds of Columbus (or, more likely, sleeping, given his all-star schedule) Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to answer your listener questions, including... 1) How likely are any of the U23 USMNT Olympic squad to make an impact on the senior men's team in the next 2-6 years? 2) What are the best low block teams of all time? 3) What happened to Santos, aka why were they relegated for the first time in their history? 4) How does the Total Soccer Show view Le...
Jul 24, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor and Joe combine to chat all about the U.S. men's Olympic team! Who's the coach? Who's in the squad? Who should've been in the squad? And what are we expecting from the United States at this tournament? All that -- plus a bit of MLS chat -- on the show! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Transcript available on Metacast The TSS Gang is here to delve into the European transfer market ahead of the new season! Man Utd appear to be doing good business, Aston Villa have plenty of incomings and outgoings, while Bayern Munich have made a statement purchase... Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/TSS! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and mu...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joe and Taylor spend some time breaking down the USWNT's latest set of friendlies ahead of the start of the 2024 Olympic Games, and break down the tactical adjustments we've seen so far under new coach Emma Hayes. Plus, roster inclusions and omissions, lineups we'd like to see, areas of concern heading into the competition, reasons for optimism, and much much more! Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/TSS! JOI...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor and Joe get you caught up on the biggest and most interesting stories in the wide world of MLS! Just how tight is the Supporters' Shield race? Which teams are gearing up for big transfer moves? Which teams need new coaches? And what's going wrong for some of the bottom-feeders? All that -- and so much more -- on the show. Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/TSS! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Pat...
Jul 16, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ryan, Taylor and Joe are here to delve into the Listener Questions mailbag! The Gang discuss the USMNT's tournament record in the knockout stages, MLS scheduling, ways to jazz up the Open Cup, and much more! Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/TSS! 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 toda...
Jul 16, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ryan, Taylor, and Joe dive into Argentina’s nervy 1-0 win over Colombia in the Copa America final! What on earth happened at Hard Rock Stadium last night? And what does it mean for the 2026 World Cup? How did Argentina top Colombia? And where do they stand among the all-time great national teams? All that — and much more — on the show. Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/TSS! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out ...
Jul 15, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast No spoilers... A sad Ryan hosts as your 4 friends break down Spain's dramatic 2-1 win over England in the final match of Euro 2024. How did England weather the storm in the first half, what changes did Spain make to get their initial lead, and how did they manage to get the win in regulation? Plus, what next for both Spain and England (and Southgate), and a brief look back at some of the tournament's best moments! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access ...
Jul 14, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor, Graham, and Joe gather to discuss U.S. Soccer's decision to fire Gregg Berhalter as the USMNT's manager: what went wrong for Berhalter? Why was this decision made? What comes next for the U.S.? And who could be a good fit to take over for Berhalter? All that -- and so, so much more -- on the show. 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/totalsoccersh...
Jul 11, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Transcript available on Metacast Joe, Graham and Ryan are here to review England's 2-1 win over the Netherlands, which sends Gareth Southgate's side into its second consecutive Euro final! Plus, there's a look ahead to Sunday's final and a few words on Argentina's victory over Canada. 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone....
Jul 10, 2024•49 min•Transcript available on Metacast Spain reached the Final of the Euros for the first time since 2012, thanks in part to moments of magic from Dani Olmo and 16-year-old sensation Lamine Yamal. The TSS Gang is here to break down La Furia Roja's performance, and the shortcomings of defeated opponents France. 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! Learn more about your ad choic...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast With a break in match days, Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to answer your Copa America and Euro-centric listener questions, including... 1) How worried should Brazil be about how their Copa went and where they are in World Cup Qualifying at the moment? 2) Would the Copa have benefited from expanding further with more Concacaf teams? 3) What future expansions or new approaches to tournaments would we like to see in the future? 4) If we had to choose one to manager our respective national team...
Jul 08, 2024•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast No spoilers! ... Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to discuss the 2 hour long punishmentathon that was England v Switzerland. Were England more impressive? Did we like the lineup and formation changes? Were there actual lineup and formation changes? How sad are we to see the Swiss exit the competition? We spend most of the time trying to understand England, their strengths, and just how far in this competition they can go. After that, it's on to the dramatic Dutch victory over Türkiye, a match ...
Jul 07, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast With Ryan taking a full 24 hours to clear his mind ahead of England's game tomorrow, Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into the day's Euro 2024 action! We had two games go to extra time. One was fun! The other was...less fun? The threesome chat all about Spain's nervy win over Germany, France's even nervier win over Portugal, and Argentina's shootout victory over Ecuador in the Copa America! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, bl...
Jul 05, 2024•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast The Euros came to life on Tuesday with Turkey's thrilling win over Ukraine! And the Netherlands have booked their place in the final eight with a much-improved performance against Romania! Join the TSS Gang as we get into it.... 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 02, 2024•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Taylor and Joe, recording from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, dive into the United States’ early Copa America exit. What went wrong against Uruguay on Monday? What’s Gregg Berhalter’s future? And what comes next for this team? All that — and more — on the show. 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Jul 02, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ryan and Graham convene to discuss France's victory over Belgium and Portugal's shootout win against Slovenia! Neither were classics but with Ronaldo's tears and an unfortunate shootout performance from Slovenia, there's plenty to discuss! 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 01, 2024•34 min•Transcript available on Metacast Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss the latest results in the knockout round of the 2024 Euros. Up first, it's England's dramatic, if not emphatic, win over Slovakia. What next for Southgate's men? How impressive were Slovakia in this tournament? Will Ryan rename his children Jude? After that, it's on to Spain's eventual destruction of Georgia, plus a look at the latest Copa America results with our own Joe Lowery! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast 
