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Ahead of the USMNT's matchup with Jamaica on Thursday in the Concacaf Nations League semifinals, Joe Lowery looks at a few key things to watch for from Gregg Berhalter's team. Then, it's on to a look at the NWSL's opening weekend and the latest from around MLS. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast. S...

We’re back with Part 2 of our NWSL season preview! The league’s campaign kicks off on Saturday, and Joe Lowery is here to get your prepped. On this episode, we’re talking big-money transfers, tactical shifts & much more. 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...

The NWSL's regular season kicks off on Saturday, and Joe Lowery is here to get your prepped for the new year! In the first of a two-part preview special, we dive into one half of the league. Stay tuned for the rest on Thursday'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 mo...

Joe Lowery is here with a big ol' American soccer roundup! From the USWNT's nervy victory over Canada in the W Gold Cup to the first weekend of games in the USL Championship to MLS matches to watch, there's plenty to sink your teeth into. 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 fo...

It's been a busy last few days in the MLS world! On this episode, Joe Lowery breaks down the latest news and notes from around the league, including DeAndre Yedlin's move from Miami to Cincy. 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.

On this episode, Joe Lowery previews every single MLS game coming up this weekend! From the key tactics to the key players, there was plenty of ground to cover. 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. women's national team lost to Mexico last night for just the second time in history. What went wrong for the USWNT? Joe Lowery answers that question 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.

On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the first game of the 2024 MLS season: Inter Miami's 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake. That, plus chat about MLS's current PR challenges and the U.S. women's national team's latest performance, 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...

With the 2024 MLS season just one day away, Joe Lowery dives into the third and final part of our season preview series (and makes some predictions for the new year!). If you want more MLS coverage, check out the in-depth previews for all 29 MLS teams that we're dropping throughout this week over on Backheeled.com. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com...

With the 2024 MLS season just one week away, Joe Lowery dives into the second of a three-part season preview series. If you want more MLS coverage, check out the in-depth previews for all 29 MLS teams that we're dropping throughout this week over on Backheeled.com. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acas...

With the 2024 MLS season just one week away, Joe Lowery dives into the first of a three-part season preview series. If you want more MLS coverage, check out the in-depth previews for all 29 MLS teams that we're dropping throughout this week over on Backheeled.com. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Acast...

We're just two weeks away from the start of the 2024 MLS season, which means the transfer market is heating up! On this episode, Joe Lowery digs into five teams from around the league who are doing interesting things ahead of the new campaign. 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 the MLS season nears, Joe Lowery digs into the LA Galaxy's latest DP signing, a potential midfield move for LAFC, and some problems in Inter Miami's attack. 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.

We're talking transfers! On this episode, Joe Lowery digs into Gio Reyna's potential move to the Premier League. Does Reyna fit with Nottingham Forest? Then, it's on to a scouting report for new Seattle Sounders DP Pedro de la Vega. 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...

Can you talk about all 29 MLS teams in 10 minutes? Apparently, the answer to that question is "yes"! On today's episode, Joe Lowery evaluates how each MLS team is doing so far this offseason. 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 an MLS roundup! On this episode, Joe Lowery digs into the latest news and notes from around the league, including Emanuel Reynoso's absence, emerging transfer pipelines, and much more. 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 busy offseason for the NWSL! On this episode, Joe Lowery digs into the biggest news and notes from around the league, ranging from record-breaking contracts to big-time trades to the draft. 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.

Fidel Barajas is the latest talented USL player to move to the next level! On this episode, Joe Lowery digs into Barajas' move to Real Salt Lake and look at the MLS teams with the most left to do in this offseason. 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.

Moves are coming thick and fast in the MLS offseason! On this episode, Joe Lowery helps us all get caught up on the latest notable moves. Plus, we also share what you can expect from Backheeled in 2024! 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.

Introducing…  Backheeled’s American Soccer Awards! To help close out 2023, we’re handing out awards to deserving players from around the American soccer landscape. Check out the full awards slate here . 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 quite the last few days for MLS. On this episode, Joe Lowery digs into the aftermath of last week's board of governors meeting to discuss the league's decision to ditch the U.S. Open Cup and their decision to pass on making any relevant roster rule changes for 2024. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hos...

MLS will never have an opportunity like this one. There's only one Lionel Messi -- and he'll only play in MLS once. With that in mind, Joe Lowery reflects on comments from commissioner Don Garber's State of the League address, focusing specifically on the league's roster rules and schedule. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer cove...

Wilfried Nancy has been getting his flowers after winning MLS Cup -- and rightfully so. The Columbus Crew coach had a fantastic season. But what is it about his tactical approach that makes the Crew special? Joe Lowery dives into that question 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. Se...

From Columbus, Ohio, Joe Lowery digs into Saturday's MLS Cup matchup between the Columbus Crew and LAFC. What should we expect from this matchup? What could define the game? And who should we be watching closely? All that -- and more -- 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...

The Emma Hayes era isn't fully here, but we saw plenty of changes for the USWNT in their first game against China with Hayes lurking somewhere in the background. From a new shape to Sophia Smith playing up top, Joe Lowery digs into those changes 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....