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Weston McKennie really is joining Juventus. We all saw that coming, right? David Amoyal of the Calcioland is here to talk Daryl through the move and explain what McKennie's role at Juve is likely to be. RECOMMENDED: Listen this episode of Extra Time , in which six MLS players explain what happened on Wednesday night Visit BlackPlayersForChange.org to learn more SPONSORS: Visit HelloFresh.com/80tss...

There's more to the Leo Messi story than is immediately obvious. La Liga expert Graham Ruthven gives Daryl all the detail on what's going on at Barcelona SPONSORS: Use code TSS for $5 off and no delivery fee on your first order with DoorDash Go to Fubo.tv/TSS for a 7-day free trial For a free online visit and 90-day money back guarantee, go to ForHims.com/totalsoccer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

The Best Soccer Show is back! Daryl is joined by BSS co-host Jason Davis to discuss what's going on in American soccer, including the investment that's coming as 2026 gets closer, how to form an American soccer identity, why we shouldn't tear down MLS, as well as his own career in soccer media.  Daryl and Jason also answer five listener questions. Here are the timestamps: 35:50 — What is considere...

We go deep on the Champions League final, starting with the tactics: What did Bayern and PSG tweak for the final and how well did those changes work? We also give a detailed account of the breakdown in PSG's otherwise impressive defending for Bayern's goal, and the key Bayern players who made it happen. Today's show is sponsored by Hims. Go to ForHims.com/totalsoccer for a free online visit Hosted...

For the first 35 minutes, we preview PSG vs Bayern, looking at all the important individual and tactical matchups and considering how each team might adjust their approach for the big game Starting at 37:45, we also do a Europa League Final recap, discuss Antonee Robinson's move to Fulham, Steve Cherundolo's appointment as Germany U15 coach, Guud Hiddink become Curacao coach (look out CONCACAF!) a...

In honor of Alphonso Davies and Tyler Adams playing in the Champions League semifinals, the fellas take a look at MLS and its evolving position on the selling of players. Why did the league change its stance, how can teams know when the moment is right to sell a player, and which teams are in the best position to capitalize? Plus, Sam's dog makes a cameo, ostensibly to weigh in on Paul's take on A...

0:00 - Bayern Munich stick to their proven style and come away with a 3-0 win in the Champions League semifinal. What vulnerabilities did they exploit in the Lyon defense, how impressive was Serge Gnabry, and how Manuel Neuer remains important in big matches. 22:28 - The USMNT has a World Cup qualifying schedule and a rough idea of who it will be playing. We review the basics, and look ahead to wh...

Ryan and Taylor get into what went so wrong for Leipzig and so very right for PSG, plus the tactical adjustments that made the difference, expectations going forward for PSG, and the importance of a fully motivated Neymar (and a mostly fully fit Kylian Mbappe). There's also some Manchester City and Barcelona chat at the the end, with a little overlap that is probably somewhat obvious in-between. S...

First up, we talk Messi's rumored Barcelona exit. Where did this story start? Where might he go? Is he actually going to leave? And what do we think  Leo Messi really wants? Then we preview the Champions League semifinals. Here are your timestamps: 29:05 — RB Leipzig vs PSG Will Tyler Adams start? How long can Kylian Mbappe go? And what has Nagelsmann got planned for PSG? 53:40 — Lyon vs Bayern Mu...

For the first 36 minutes, Daryl and Joe analyze Lyon's win over Man City. Did Pep overthink it? Listen to find out. Then we answer some USMNT and MLS-themed listener questions that were asked specifically because Joe was coming on the show: 36:10 — Which young USMNT players impressed during MLS is Back? (We talk Akinola, Ebobisse, Aaronson, Sands) 49:40 — Which coach surprised you the most at the...

We review Bayern Munich's comprehensive victory over Barcelona in the Champions League quarterfinals. When did it go from being an open game to being a slaughter, what did Bayern do to create such chaos, and how absurdly fun is Alphonso Davies? Plus, we spend the final third of the show giving a quick overview of the problems that have been mounting at Barcelona over the last 6-7 years, what they...

The Athletic's Paul Tenorio and Sam Stejskal discuss Blaise Matuidi's move from Juventus to Inter Miami, and how and why the World Cup winner is not a Designated Player Today's show is sponsored by Artifact. Go to HeyArtifact.com/tss to hear our story and use code TSS at HeyArtifact.com to get $40 off your very own Artifact. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We spend the first 35 minutes of today's episode on RB Leipzig's 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinal, paying special attention to Mr Tyler Adams. After that, it's six listener questions: Which non-Big 6 EPL club would you recommend for a starter fan in 2020-21? If you could put a certain manager or a certain player on a club for pure entertainment purposes what would...

We open with Daryl thanking Taylor for being the best friend and co-host in the whole world, then we get into some soccer. Here are your timestamps:  2:40 — Atalanta vs PSG, how Atalanta nearly did it, how PSG turned it around, and why Neymar actually played well 36:45 — Quick review of the Portland Timbers 2-1 win over Orlando City in the MLS is Back final. For more on this game, listen to the ex...

Sam Tighe of the B/R Football Ranks podcast is back on the program to talk a little Europa League and a whole lotta Champions League. What to expect from each quarterfinal game, as well as the individual performers and tactical approaches that could mean the difference between eliminating and advancing to the next round. Plus, is Atalanta maybe the favorite versus PSG, is Bayern-Barcelona as one-s...

0:00 - As we move toward the final, Paul and Sam discuss if MLS ended up getting the tournament they wanted and what "a success" looks like for the league. 16:02 - What will happen in the final, who should be feeling more confident, and why does Sam hate Nani? 19:52 - Reviewing the plans to resume the MLS regular season (and what impact, if any, the MLS is Back tournament will have on the coming s...

Scuffed's Adam Belz discusses what several members of the USMNT need to do to improve their game, make the next step, or take the initial plunge to increase both their individual ability AND overall standing with Gregg Berhalter. We also talk ideal landing spots for exciting prospects, strengths and vulnerabilities of making too big a jump too quickly, and how one position that seems secure in the...

Toronto FC's Justin Morrow joins the show to discuss the Black Players for Change organization, his overall experience at the MLS is Back tournament, and what happens next for both the league and the BPC.  Sponsors! Today's episode is brought to you by... The Athletic! Get 40% off an annual subscription to The Athletic via TheAthletic.com/totalsoccer HelloFresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/80tss and use...

Our old pal Luke Moore returns to the show to discuss the FA Cup Final. Could Lampard have turned things around when Arsenal went ahead, how good has Pulisic been since the restart, and which players in the squad have had the strongest response to Mikel Arteta's managerial takeover (there's also a quick chat about the players that have done the opposite... which is to say we talk about Mesut Ozil)...

The Athletic's Carl Anka returns to TSS to provide a deep-dive review of Southampton's season: how they went from the relegation zone to comfortably mid-table survival, Ralph Hasenhuttl's unintentional nickname, and where Weston McKennie might (or might not) fit in with the squad. After that, there's plenty of Manchester United conversation, including who they should be pursuing in the transfer wi...

Your intrepid hosts begin by discussing the latest results in the MLS is Back tournament, as well as the reality of European scouts hungrily waiting to take every fit player away from the Philadelphia Union. But with the knockout rounds in full swing and many young players performing well, why aren't the TV ratings improving? What the low viewership means for MLS in its present incarnation, and wh...

Joe Lowery of MLS Assist returns to the show to preview the tournament quarterfinals by taking a look at each team, what they've done well and where they might be vulnerable. There's also plenty of conversation about the teams that have already been eliminated, emerging USMNT prospects, most tactically adept coaches in the league... and DC United is somewhere in there as well. Sigh. SPONSORS! 40%...

It's a listener question special, where we get into [deep breath ... ] the USMNT's new schedule, whether or not Gio Reyna should start right now, the new Diego Chara, assembling an international team in Europe, fringe USWNT players who impressed at the NWSL Challenge Cup, how to name MLS teams, the best center-back pairing in USMNT history, why Ligue 1 isn't a popular destination for Americans, Ay...

Ryan and Taylor discuss their 20 biggest takeaways from the Premier League season that was, including Frank Lampard getting it mostly right at Chelsea, Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola utilizing stability to get results, Bruno Fernandes being the hero that we all deserve, and Watford's "let's hire a new manager every few weeks" approach not quite working out. SPONSORS! Get 40% off an annual subscrip...

Big show! For the first hour or so, we answer multiple quick-fire questions about the final day of the Premier League. What happened to Leicester? What next for Aston Villa? Who benefited most from the break before Project Restart? Did Jose over-celebrate? Why is there such a gap between the top two and everyone else?  Can Christian Pulisic improve? You know, those kind of questions. Then, startin...