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We're just days away from the MLS Conference Finals, with FC Cincinnati hosting the Columbus Crew and LAFC taking on the Houston Dynamo. What should you be watching for during Saturday's games? 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...

The Emma Hayes era has begun for the U.S. women’s national team. Well, sort of. On this episode, Joe Lowery has more about the USWNT’s current coaching situation and makes some predictions about what’s coming for the U.S. under their new manager. 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/pr...

The morning after one of the strangest USMNT games ever (a 2-1 loss to Trinidad and Tobago, complete with a wild Sergiño Dest red card), Joe Lowery is here to dig into 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!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The MLS offseason is here...at least for clubs that missed the playoffs. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into big offseason moves from the Chicago Fire, the New York Red Bulls, and 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.

Ahead of this week's clash between the USMNT and Trinidad and Tobago, Joe Lowery dives into some key things to watch for. Plus, what's coming up next in the MLS postseason? 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/privacy for more information.

It's USMNT roster time! On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into Gregg Berhalter's latest U.S. squad. Who's here? Who's missing? And what's on the line for these games against Trinidad and Tobago? 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/privacy for more inf...

We broke the news over the weekend: the USWNT are hiring Emma Hayes as their new manager. But why? On this episode, Joe Lowery is joined by Chelsea expert Kieran Doyle to discuss Hayes' strengths (and shortcomings) as a coach. Follow Kieran 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/p...

He may not be the first Argentine in FC Cincinnati's squad who pops into your head, but Alvaro Barreal has become a superstar for the Shield winners. Joe Lowery breaks down what makes Barreal so special, why he's wanted by European clubs, and how he went from an afterthought to a crucial piece for Cincy. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more Americ...

The MLS postseason is in full swing! Complete with chaos, goals, and upsets, Joe Lowery gets you caught up on all the action so far. 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 playoff time in MLS! On this episode, Joe Lowery previews the Western Conference playoff field, diving into one reason why each team will (and won't) win MLS Cup.  ---  Join Backheeled’s MLS Playoff Bracket Challenge! Use code "UTfrzS" if prompted. --- If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage!  Hosted on Ac...

It's playoff time in MLS! On this episode, Joe Lowery previews the Eastern Conference playoff field, diving into one reason why each of the nine teams will (and won't) win MLS Cup. --- Join Backheeled’s MLS Playoff Bracket Challenge! Use code "UTfrzS" if prompted. --- If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast....

The U.S. women's national team doesn't have a coach, but it does have some fresh faces in the ranks. With a pair of matches coming up later this month, Joe Lowery dives into why the inclusion of Jaedyn Shaw and Olivia Moultrie is so significant for the USWNT. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Now that the dust has settled a bit...what did we learn from the USMNT's loss to Germany? Joe Lowery dives into some key takeaways. 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 road to next summer's Paris Olympics began on Wednesday for the U.S. men as they topped Mexico in Phoenix, Arizona. On this episode, Joe Lowery discusses the value of the Olympics for the United States and provides a few takeaways from the U.S.'s 2-1 win over Mexico. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acas...

We're in an international break, so you know what that means: it's USMNT time! On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the biggest thing on Gregg Berhalter's to-do list this month and beyond. 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 starting a new series called After Dark, where we bring you the latest absurdities from around American soccer. On this episode, Joe Lowery chats about Sharktopus FC, a new record, 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.

Earlier this year, Backheeled sent an identical survey to players from around the USL Championship. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into a handful of answers from players across the league. For more, check out the full survey .  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 in...

Let's chat about a few American soccer topics, shall we? To start off, Joe Lowery dives into the Houston Dynamo's win over Inter Miami in the U.S. Open Cup Final. Then it's onto some NWSL news and a weekend preview! 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.

Don't blink, because there's a ton going on in the American soccer world right now. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the USWNT's recent friendly wins over South Africa and what comes next for them now that Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz have retired. Then, it's on to a look at the USMNT with news that Gregg Berhalter and Gio Reyna have now spoken. To cap things off, we look at the U.S. Open Cu...

The international break is here! Ahead of the USMNT's two September friendlies, Joe Lowery breaks down one of the surprise inclusions on Gregg Berhalter's roster in Benjamin Cremaschi. What makes the 18-year-old special? And where does he still need to improve? That -- plus a preferred starting XI for the USMNT's match on Saturday -- on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and...

Earlier today, the Colorado Rapids announced their decision to fire head coach Robin Fraser. What does Joe Lowery make of that decision? And what needs to change for the Rapids to find their way in MLS? That, plus chat about Brenden and Paxten Aaronson, on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! And don't forget to...

The Gregg Berhalter era has begun (again) for the U.S. men's national team. What did we learn from Berhalter's press conference yesterday? And what do we make of the roster for the USMNT's September friendlies? Joe Lowery talks about 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. Se...

We're going where no show has gone before: on this episode, Joe Lowery dives into all 29 MLS teams in less than 10 minutes. Come for the challenge, stay for the analysis of every team in MLS. 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.

Inter Miami won yet another crazy game last night, this time booking a spot in the U.S. Open Cup final in the process. How do you stop Messi and Miami? Joe Lowery talks about that, what we learned from Leagues Cup, and sad news for San Diego Loyal fans. 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/p...

News and notes are flying around MLS right now! On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the Portland Timbers' decision to fire Gio Savarese, Toronto FC's reported interest in John Herdman, and star New England Revolution goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic's upcoming move to Chelsea. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on...