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Our old friend The Wikipedia Game returns from an extended absence. Taylor had clues for 13 players but then almost immediately gave one away... so it's a best-to-five race for trivia supremacy! Categories are Current Chelsea Players, Players That Have Moved in the Transfer Window, and TSS-Centric Players... whatever that means. ==================== JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, w...

The TSS Gang is here to run through the latest transfer dealings across Europe, where the Chelsea Trading Platform continues apace, Man City look to make some moves, Arsenal try to lock down another Mikel, and much more! ==================== JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a mem...

The whole gang is here to answer your questions!  1) Why isn’t there much buzz about the USMNT’s next generation? 2) Which would we choose for the USMNT: a full cycle of Jesse Marsch or two years of Mauricio Pochettino? 3) What happened to Bordeaux and what comes next for their fans and players? 4) How did Como rise to Serie A and what’s up with all of their big name-players? 5) Which Real Madrid...

With the new European season officially upon us, Taylor and Joe dive into the various USMNT players that they're most excited about (and intrigued by) for the 2024-25 campaign. Who has the most to gain from a strong season? And who will most benefit from Mauricio Pochettino’s arrival? Plus, which players are we worried about? All that -- and more -- on the show. JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out ou...

The TSS Gang - minus a poorly Taylor Rockwell - is here with the first Weekend Review of the new season, detailing positive starts for Man City, Arsenal and Liverpool, a worrying beginning for Antonio Conte's life at Napoli, updates from Leagues Cup, and much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and...

The TSS Gang is here with a fresh batch of Listener Questions! Ryan, Taylor, Graham and Joe discuss Leagues Cup, USWNT midfielders ahead of 2027, the pay-to-play model, and... we play a round of 'Would You Rather'! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a member today at patreon.com/tot...

Everybody stay calm! Okay, fine, we didn't stay calm. With reports stating that Mauricio Pochettino is close to taking over as the USMNT's new manager, Taylor and Joe react! Did we expect anything like this? What does this mean for the USMNT? And will we ever stop shouting for joy? After we settle down from the Poch chat, it's on to another batch of Joe's Enthusiasm Rankings, MLS transfer deadline...

In Part 2 of our 2024-2025 Premier League preview, we go deep on the transfers, managers, tactics and key players for the every single team in the bottom (alphabetical) half of the league. How do Liverpool move on after Jurgen Klopp’s exit? Can Manchester United take a step forward? Which newly promoted team will shine? All that and much, much, much more, including some Very Specific Predictions!...

In Part 1 of our 2024-2025 Premier League preview, we go deep on the transfers, managers, tactics and key players for the top (alphabetical) half of the league: Arsenal through Ipswich Town. Can the Gunners get it done this year? Will Everton survive more looming financial concerns? Will Chelsea just continue to spend no matter what? Can Aston Villa hold onto that Champions League spot again this...

Emma Hayes' start to life as USWNT coach couldn't have gone much better, with a Gold Medal secured at Paris 2024 following a (fairly narrow) victory over Brazil. The TSS gang break down the final and look to what's next for the women's NT! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a member t...

Ryan, Graham and Taylor wade into your takes to decide if we're taking them or leaving them! 1) Tanner Tessmann, not Johnny, will take Tyler Adams spot as the #6 for the 2026 World Cup 2) In group stage play goalless draws should result in both teams receiving ZERO points 3) An Asian or African country will win the World Cup before a North American country does 4) Five a side or TST style soccer s...

Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into a set of your questions! You can find the full list we discussed down below: 1. Why are the Olympic soccer jerseys different than the senior team jerseys? 2. Does the Red Bull tactical approach work better as an underdog tactical style, or for teams with more resources?  3. Is Tim Melia the best penalty-stopper in MLS history? 4. How can teams counter the 3-2-5 at...

Ryan and Graham are here to deliver an update on the US teams at Paris 2024! It's the end of the road for the men, whose limitations were exposed by Morocco, while the WNT survived a technical battle with Japan to progress! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a member today at patreon....

We discuss all the biggest signings and potential new additions in the Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, and more. Arsenal's spend has them looking stronger, while Manchester United find themselves on yet more shaky ground. Chelsea keep on spending, Liverpool and Newcastle have yet to spend, and Aston Villa, Fulham and West Ham are all adding quality. Plus, PSG, Barcelona, Juventus and more! JOIN...

The TSS Gang returns to discuss the final group stage game for the men's and women's Olympics teams - a pair of victories against Guinea and Australia respectively, to ensure quarterfinal progress! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow ! Host...

The TSS Gang is here to answer your questions! Today, we look at whether the best USL teams could hang in MLS, we consider the career of Konrad de la Fuente, we pick a destination for a US National Team stadium, and much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a member today at patre...

Taylor and Joe are back with the latest edition of MLS Rankings! On this episode, Taylor runs through a list of new signings who have joined MLS in the summer transfer window, ranging from new Designated Players in St. Louis, Austin, Houston, and Minnesota to key reinforcements. Joe then has to blind rank each signing. Who ends up on top? And who's stuck in last? Find out on the show! JOIN THE TSS...

The whole gang is here to chat all about U.S. soccer at the Olympics! We start by breaking down the USWNT's big win over Germany. What did it tell us about Emma Hayes' team? Who shined? And what comes next? Then it's on to the men's win over New Zealand! Who impressed? And have our opinions changed on any players? All that -- and more -- on the show! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, w...

It's a Friday recording session! Such rarity! Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss the USWNT's opening match of the 2024 Paris Olympics, a 3-0 win over Zambia. What did we learn from this, what tactical wrinkles did we see, and what can we expect in their next game against Germany? Plus, there's a brief chat about the Canada Soccer spying controversy, and a few more TIOLI suggestions! JO...

The whole crew is back together -- and we've brought Take It or Leave It back, too! After discussing the U.S. men's loss to France in their Olympic opener, our foursome dive into your hot takes. Is the group stage really the best part of a tournament? Is a European women's super league a good idea? Has the Apple TV deal been a net-negative for MLS? And should there be a yearly minutes cap on playe...

With Joe off enjoying the sights and sounds of Columbus (or, more likely, sleeping, given his all-star schedule) Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to answer your listener questions, including... 1) How likely are any of the U23 USMNT Olympic squad to make an impact on the senior men's team in the next 2-6 years? 2) What are the best low block teams of all time? 3) What happened to Santos, aka wh...

Taylor and Joe combine to chat all about the U.S. men's Olympic team! Who's the coach? Who's in the squad? Who should've been in the squad? And what are we expecting from the United States at this tournament? All that -- plus a bit of MLS chat -- on the show! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much mor...

The TSS Gang is here to delve into the European transfer market ahead of the new season! Man Utd appear to be doing good business, Aston Villa have plenty of incomings and outgoings, while Bayern Munich have made a statement purchase... Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job credit to get your jobs more visibility at indeed.com/TSS ! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out...

Joe and Taylor spend some time breaking down the USWNT's latest set of friendlies ahead of the start of the 2024 Olympic Games, and break down the tactical adjustments we've seen so far under new coach Emma Hayes. Plus, roster inclusions and omissions, lineups we'd like to see, areas of concern heading into the competition, reasons for optimism, and much much more! Sponsors! Today’s episode is bro...

Taylor and Joe get you caught up on the biggest and most interesting stories in the wide world of MLS! Just how tight is the Supporters' Shield race? Which teams are gearing up for big transfer moves? Which teams need new coaches? And what's going wrong for some of the bottom-feeders? All that -- and so much more -- on the show. Sponsors! Today’s episode is brought to you by… Indeed! Get a $75 job...