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Finally…welcome back to another episode of STS! It’s been a while, so we catch up on life (aka how much our clubs piss us off) and banter on the Premier League + Champions League. The boys go all over the place, touching on the sacking of Thomas Frank from Spurs as well as Sean Dyche from Forest, to the FIFA Peace Prize, to a UCL Power Ranking. We replay the hits on this return episode of STS! 00:...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, Christian and Ricardo (with a cameo from Andrew) discuss the early season happenings, mainly in the Premier League and La Liga. Of course they talk about Liverpool and Real Madrid, but they also touch on other top contenders in each league and how they've looked so far. Ricardo even tries to decipher what's wrong with Atlético Madrid...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, everyone's back and ready to give their predictions for the upcoming EPL season. Who's getting relegated? Who's in the top four? Who will be the most mid-table team of all-time? Who's getting the individual awards? All that and more on this STS? 00:00:00 INTRO 00:05:34 20th-18th 00:15:55 17th-15th 00:26:25 14th-11th 00:45:10...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup wrapped up, and wouldn’t you know it…Jacob’s the happiest guy on Earth! Chelsea came out on top! He talks all about their historic win vs. PSG in New Jersey and what this means for Chelsea’s expectations going into next season. Andrew and Ricardo then lament about Real Madrid’s disappointing semifinal exit, rating players in the...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup starts this Saturday, and we have reached the end of the mini transfer window that was initiated specifically for clubs in this tournament. Some big moves have happened, and Jacob, Christian, and Andrew are here to chat about their team’s biggest moves and their fits. To no one’s surprise, Jacob UNLEASHES on Chelsea to kick off t...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! Jacob is a happy camper not just because the Knicks won Game 5 of the NBA Eastern Conference Final, but also because Chelsea beat Real Betis to win the UEFA Europa Conference League! Jacob and Andrew discuss the match and give a final retrospective on the Chelsea season as a whole and what it means entering the 2025/26 season. After that, they give a brief p...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! After Spurs beat Man U in the Europa League Final, the boys are back to discuss the Europa CONFERENCE League Final! This one is extra special as one of the participants happens to be Jacob’s beloved Chelsea side, who are getting ready to take on Real Betis. He gives his brief retrospective on the Chelsea season before giving his official prediction, and it w...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! After over two months, the boys are back in town! This return episode is solely focused on the upcoming Europa League final between Man United and Spurs. Will a Man United win save an otherwise miserable season from the historic club? How about Tottenham, and Jacob’s favorite manager Big Ange? Christian, Ricardo and Jacob discuss both squads in depth before...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, the boys dish out their predictions for the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. Are there any crazy upsets? High scoring matches? Grit galore? They tell you EXACTLY what's going to happen (or at least the complete opposite)! Who will move onto the Quarterfinals? All that and more on this special STS! 00:00:00 INTRO 00:04:40 Aston Villa vs...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this very special SECOND PART of a two-part episode this week, Jacob unleashes all hell on his beloved Chelsea after losing in the FA Cup to Brighton (Andrew's smiling as he types this)! What is exactly wrong with them? What is Jacob's expectations for the rest of the season? All that and more on this very special STS! 00:00:00 INTRO 00:00:20 What...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, Christian, Ricardo and Jacob dish out their predictions and aggregate scores for the Knockout Playoff stage of the UEFA Champions League. Any pleasant surprises or disappointments? All that and more on this FIRST PART of a two-part episode this week! 00:00:00 INTRO 00:01:46 Real Madrid vs. Man City PREDICTIONS 00:12:20 Brest vs. PSG PREDICTIONS 00...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys are back together to discuss the final matchday of the 2024/25 UCL League Phase, and give their thoughts on the format and Man City just barely sneaking into the Knockout Playoff round. Then, they discuss Real Madrid and Liverpool's performances and give letter grades to their overall league phases. Then, they discuss the potential ma...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys are back together again to talk about some of the storylines pertaining to matchday 7 from the UEFA Champions League. They first chat about Man City's collapse to PSG, and discuss whether or not it's an encapsulation of their season to this point. Is there any hope left for this season? They then talk about Liverpool's undefea...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, Andrew, Ricardo and Jacob ring in the new year with something that never goes out of style - a Jacob rant! Yes, Chelsea has lost to Fulham and Ipswich Town over the past week, and our token Chelsea supporter has some choice words for the Blues. After that, the boys celebrate (and lament) on different soccer events of 2024 before giving out some re...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys are all back together again, and they're going back to an old classic - talking footy! They start with the state of Manchester City as they continue to spiral out of control. Do they still have a shot to make up points and catch up to Liverpool? Will Liverpool breakdown? How does Arsenal play into all of this? Then Jacob talks glowingly a...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys have most of their focus on the UEFA Champions League as Matchday 4 gets underway! They have some mid-way thoughts on the league phase format and how effective it's been along with how they notice it changing the way the game is being played. Then they go on to talk specific teams, including the duds (hint: one of them just lost to an Ame...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys give their thoughts on Rodri winning the Men's Ballon d'Or, and discuss whether or not he was the correct selection. How did Ricardo feel about Vini Jr. not winning? They also give their very early predictions to who's going to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or before talking about the managerial mess at Manchester United. From firing Erik ten Hag...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys give their thoughts on an exciting Matchday 2 of the UEFA Champions League, giving one thing that surprised them along the way. Let's just say Real Madrid made Ricardo and Andrew sad. Very, very sad. Anyways, after they dissect that, they give panic meter ratings on Madrid's season to this point. Should there be real concern? Christian th...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys give their thoughts on an action-packed UCL Matchday 1 and Premier League weekend! They begin by discussing the season-ending injuries to Rodri and Marc-Andre Ter Stegen, and how much those injuries will affect Barcelona and Manchester City, respectively. Then, they each give out one thing that surprised them about UCL Matchday 1, before...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys have a little bit of a shorter pod due to the international break. First, they discuss the official confirmation of Mauricio Pochettino as USMNT manager after a month of back-and-forths. How will he stamp his impact on this squad? Then they discuss Arsenal's injury woes and how that will impact them through this early part of the club...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! This week, the boys give their early reactions at the first international window of this 2024/25 club season. They discuss Liverpool's hot start to the Premier League season - is it really that big of a surprise? Andrew then gives his positive thoughts on Brighton, while Jacob counters it with his negative view of Chelsea. Trust me, he doesn't pucker...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, Andrew, Christian, and Jacob recap all of the major (and potential) transfers of the summer on the final day of the transfer window across many leagues. From Manchester City’s highway robbery, to Chelsea potentially dooming themselves with Jadon Sancho, to Victor Osimhen needing to make up his mind, everything is discussed! They then cap it...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, Christian, Ricardo and Jacob start off by going through the 2024 UEFA Super Cup, where Real Madrid defeated Atalanta 2-0. How did Ricardo think Kylian Mbappe looked in his first match wearing Real Madrid white? Is he more excited for their season now than before? After that, they briefly discuss then give their predictions for LaLiga, the Bu...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, the boys are back from a short summer break…now they’re ready (and hopefully you are too) for another club season of STS! Before going into a mega EPL season preview, the boys discuss the run of the USWNT at the Olympics as they enter their semi-final matchup with Germany. How impressive has the run been so far? Are they officially bought in...

Welcome back to another episode of STS! On this episode, the boys go over the EURO and Copa América finals. Were Spain and Argentina rightful winners? How will England bounce back? Should Colombia still be proud? With news of Patrick Vieira negotiating with the USMNT, how do the boys feel? Would he be a good hire? Are Manchester United being smart about their spending spree? How did Andrew and Ric...