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Nashville SC dropped a 2-1 home match to the Wooden Spoon leaders Saturday. Now, the Boys in Gold enter a bye week and the international window clinging to a playoff spot and looking for the next manager. What are Wes and Tim's most important criteria for the next gaffer? Wes's favorite candidate for the job How does NSC survive the international window? Was this the worst loss of the season? Club...

Nashville SC beat FC Cincinnati Wednesday for their first road win of the season. It's also the first win of interim coach Rumba Munthali's tenure. A comprehensive back-to-front look at the performance behind the victory What is Munthali doing tactically to elevate the squad? Gold Nuggets: One big reason behind a strong defensive run of form How Teal Bunbury set Hany Mukhtar free Club & Country is...

Nashville SC parted ways with manager Gary Smith Thursday. On an emergency episode, Wes and Tim discuss the move. Why did this happen now? Was it the right call? What's next for Nashville SC? Favorite Gary stories

Nashville SC endured one of the worst attacking nights in its history Saturday in a 1-0 loss to Charlotte. How can the Boys in Gold kickstart the attack heading into a pair of home matches that suddenly look more important than ever? The numbers behind a historically poor attacking performance How do we evaluate Mike Jacobs' share of the blame for NSC's recent struggles? Where does Tyler Boyd fit...

Charlotte FC radio analyst Jessica Charman joins the show to get us ready for Nashville SC's battle with the men from the Queen City. Big news about Charlotte's DP forward Keys to the match Where does NSC rank among Charlotte's rivals? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. The Bearded Iris Tap of the Week is Attention, Please. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com...

Nashville SC played its best soccer of the season in a 4-1 win over Montreal Saturday. How much will it matter? Was the performance a sign of things to come, or just a good night in isolation? The statistical impact of having all three designated players on the field Sam Surridge speaks about his hat trick Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. The Bearded Iris Tap of the Week is Attention, Ple...

Nashville SC hosts CF Montreal Saturday in a valuable match for both clubs. Eve Powell of The Ball is Round podcast joins us from Quebec to prep for the contest. Do the Impact more closely resemble the group that beat Cincy and Miami or the team that lost 5-0 to Seattle? What has the cultural shift looked like from Losada to Courtois? What positional matchup should fans watch closely Saturday? How...

Nashville SC suffered arguably its worst result of the season, a 1-1 draw at home against San Jose. Is Gary Smith making a case to keep his job? How does NSC right the ship? One step forward, two hobbles to the training room Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. The Bearded Iris Tap of the Week is Queen Bee. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

After losing to Inter Miami, Nashville SC faces four home games in its next five contests. How can it take advantage of this golden opportunity? NSC makes a pair of roster moves. What do they signify? The book on Gaines, return of Leal and the struggles of Panicco What should NSC get out of the next five games? How should NSC's midfield of the future look? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose....

Nashville SC entered its bye week with a 2-1 come-from-behind loss against Philadelphia. Now the Boys in Gold limp to South Florida for a date with Messi and Miami. Is Nashville SC bad, or are the results deceptive? Was Gary Smith sending a message to the front office in his postmatch presser What's the plan along the back line? Why all the change down in Huntsville? Club and Country is sponsored...

Nashville drew with Columbus Saturday and turns its eyes to another Eastern Conference behemoth this week, the Philadelphia Union. What do the underlying numbers tell us about the quality of NSC's performance, and how can it get over the hump against Philly? The data behind the Crew draw Was Anibal's goal the best ever scored by an NSC player? How important was Hany's opening goal of the season? I...

Nashville SC conceded the most goals in its history Saturday in a 5-0 defeat at LAFC. Was this the worst match in club history? Is the club falling away from its identity? How does NSC bounce back against the reigning MLS Cup champs? What red flags would signify a deep enough decline to require change at the top? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. The Bearded Iris Tap of the Week is Tiki To...

Nashville SC protected a lead! Are they still good at that? We look at the numbers, evaluate Hany's slow start and hear Taylor Washington discuss his @beardedirisbrew tap of the week. Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. The Bearded Iris Tap of the Week is Ale Max One. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

Nashville SC's CONCACAF Champions Cup adventure is over thanks to a rough night against a star-studded Inter Miami team. Wes and Tim react to the defeat and look ahead to the MLS slate. Does this hurt worse because of who it happened against? The Miami problem: moments, not minutes What about Gary Smith's choices along the back line? What did NSC learn about itself that it can apply moving forward...

Tim Sullivan discusses Nashville SC's 2-2 "loss" to Inter Miami in leg one of the CONCACAF Champions League Round of 16. Did NSC get the wrong end of a poor whistle? Then, Edgar Zúniga of News Across the Galaxy joins to look ahead to Sunday's contest in GEODIS Park. Can the original LA team finally have its bounceback year after many years of... not that? Brought to you by: M.L. Rose and Bearded I...

Well, this season got started in bizarre fashion with two results, multiple injuries and poor officiating. Nashville SC advances in the CCC and takes a point from the Red Bulls but Hany Mukhtar and Sam Surridge get hurt. How do we view a roller coaster of a first weekend of action for the Boys in Gold? Brought to you by: M.L. Rose and Bearded Iris. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit...

The 2024 season is finally here and Tim Sullivan and Braden Gall get you ready for the season opener on Sunday. New players, new kits, new expectations, new tournaments but the same awesome community and Mailbag! PS, we are all thinking about you, Wes! Brought to you by: M.L. Rose and Bearded Iris. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

The Boys in Gold have added their second-ever Homegrown signing, as well as a midfielder they’ve come to know as an opponent. Plus, what can we learn from a preseason match? Should the Boys in Gold move on from a club stalwart? Should they implement a heavy press? Your mailbag questions drive the show. Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubC...

Nashville SC started the preseason with a draw against St. Louis City and a win over Sporting KC. What did we learn, and what did Gary Smith take away? Did Gary Smith give an indication of how NSC will jumpstart its attack? Lots of praise for the gaffer for Tyler Boyd Are we starting to figure out how NSC will approach CCL? Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boy...

Nashville SC General Manager Mike Jacobs joins the show to discuss a wide array of topics, from the club's offseason roster moves to its goals for 2024. And Tim and Wes unveil a new segment sponsor -- Bearded Iris Brewery! Look for their Tap of the Week segment on each episode. Did the club clearly communicate a best and final offer to Dax McCarty? How will Tyler Boyd and Dru Yearwood fit into the...

Gary Smith gave a press conference to open the 2024 preseason. What stood out, and what do Wes and Tim think he meant? What tactical adjustments should Gary have made in the offseason? How can the club be "inspired" by Smith's voice this year? How will Tyler Boyd and Dru Yearwood fit into the scheme? Do we really think NSC is "still looking" for new players? Should Hany REALLY want Nashville to ha...

Nashville SC's former captain might be headed to one of its biggest rivals. Wes and Tim discuss Dax McCarty's potential move to Atlanta United, then dive into the past to discuss their favorite NSC memories. Assessing Dax's potential move to the ATL Shaq Moore to USMNT camp Memory time! Our favorite season to cover Most important win in NSC history Favorite match Worst match Favorite player to cov...

Nashville SC brought in winger Tyler Boyd over the holidays. Could more moves be on the way? What impact will Boyd have on the squad? Where else will NSC supplement its roster? A theory about a potential departure Club & Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

On this week's show: -An instant reaction to NSC's 2024 schedule -What you need to know about its draft picks -Our thoughts on the CCC draw and the US Open Cup drama Club and Country is sponsored by M.L. Rose. For in-depth coverage of the Boys in Gold, visit ClubCountryUSA.com.

Nashville SC kicked off the offseason by announcing a deal on the first day of the trade window. Wes and Tim break down Dru Yearwood's potential impact and propose other deals the club should make. Assessing Nashville SC's first trade of the '24 offseason What other deals should the club make? Profiling the biggest roster needs Getting ready for the CONCACAF Champions Cup draw Club & Country is sp...