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To help you stay up-to-date on the latest in American soccer, Joe Lowery dives into a host of big topics. From Vlatko Andonovski's resignation to Gio Reyna's injury issues, there's plenty of meat in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The MLS regular season returns this weekend, so it's time to make some predictions! On this episode, Joe Lowery shares five of his biggest predictions for Inter Miami, the Columbus Crew, and other teams from around the league. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information...

It's been a rough week for the USWNT and its fans. So let's look to the future, shall we? On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into a group of players who could be key contributors for the United States at the next World Cup. He also wonders: where are the up-and-coming defenders? If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! An...

It's time for a new era for the USWNT. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into what went wrong for the United States at the World Cup (and in the buildup to it) and what's next for them ahead of a new tournament cycle. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From signing Lionel Messi to big-time striker additions, MLS teams were busy this summer. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the most interesting stories from MLS's latest transfer window and runs through some winners (and losers). If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

The U.S. women's national team is having a tough time at the World Cup so far. What's behind the team's struggles? And is there still hope for the United States as they move into the knockout rounds? All that -- and more -- on this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

One game down, hopefully many more to go for the United States at this summer's Women's World Cup. Joe Lowery discusses what we learned about the USWNT from their win over Vietnam and what to expect against the Netherlands. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Christian Pulisic is officially an AC Milan player! How will the U.S. star fit with his new team? Joe Lowery answers that question and dives into the USMNT's loss to Panama that sent them home from the Gold Cup. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Messi Fever is currently taking over MLS, teams from around the league are making big moves of their own in this summer transfer window. On the latest episode of The Backheeled Show, Joe Lowery breaks down some of the biggest news and transfer updates across MLS.  If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Host...

13 days. That's all that's separating us from the start of the 2023 Women's World Cup. With a send-off game coming up on Sunday against Wales, Joe Lowery dives into a number of reasons to be excited about the USWNT at this summer's tournament. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva...

As of this week, Tata Martino is Inter Miami's new manager! What should we make of the hire? And what's on Martino's to-do list with Inter Miami ahead of Messi's arrival? Joe Lowery answers those questions (and more) on this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating ev...

Earlier this week, Toronto FC announced the decision to fire manager and sporting director Bob Bradley. Was that the right call? Joe Lowery analyzes the situation in Toronto and dives into the USMNT's start at the Gold Cup. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating every dollar...

The U.S. women's national team's roster for this summer's World Cup is here! Who's in the squad? Who missed out? And did Vlatko Andonovski make the right choices? Joe Lowery answers all of those questions on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating every dollar from...

Kings of Concacaf! Over the last week, the USMNT topped Mexico and Canada in the Concacaf Nations League to lift another trophy. Joe Lowery runs through what we learned about the United States. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating every dollar from every new Backheeled sub...

Today is the day! It's time for USA vs. Mexico. Recording from Las Vegas, Joe Lowery discusses the atmosphere surrounding the USMNT right now, Matt Crocker's arrival in Las Vegas, and keys to the match. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating every dollar from every new Backh...

We're days away from a big game for the USMNT! Ahead of their match against Mexico, Joe Lowery discusses the state of the U.S.'s player pool and analyzes the team's weaknesses. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating every dollar from every new Backheeled subscription to TOPS...

Lionel Messi is coming to MLS! It seems almost impossible to believe, but it's happening. On this episode show, Joe Lowery discusses Messi’s upcoming move to Inter Miami and what it means for MLS and soccer in the United States. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!   For the entire month of June, we’re donating ever...

Another year, another big loss in the Concacaf Champions League for an MLS team. On this episode, Joe Lowery discusses whether LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo was right to bemoan MLS rules and regulations after his team's defeat. Plus, CCL is no more? Learn more about the competition's rebrand (and big cash prize) on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheele...

The USMNT's roster for the Nations League is here! Who's in the squad? Who's missing? And what should we expect from the US this summer? Joe Lowery answers all of those questions on today's show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That came out left field, didn't it? Anthony Hudson is no longer managing the USMNT. What happened? And how much does it actually matter for the U.S.? Find out on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for a negative (but still fun!) episode of The Backheeled Show. On this show, Joe Lowery dives into what’s wrong with every team in the Eastern Conference in MLS. Next week, we'll tackle the West. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The U.S. U-20s are off to a hot start at the U-20 World Cup down in Argentina. Which players are shining? Joe Lowery breaks it down. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Folarin Balogun gives the United States something special up top. Joe Lowery dives into why his decision to represent the U.S. is so important for the USMNT. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's almost U-20 World Cup time! The United States released their roster for the U-20 World Cup earlier this week. So, which U.S. players should you be watching later this month? Joe Lowery walks through each position group. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa...

There have been some big shakeups in the USL over the last week or so. Jake Edwards is gone as president. Former Inter Miami and Atlanta United executive Paul McDonough is in. So what does this change mean for the USL? Backheeled's John Morrissey joins the show to answer that very question. Follow John on Twitter ! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for...