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USMNT vs. Honduras deep-dive review: Freezing weather, tweaks in central midfield, a new starting XI, and much, much more

03 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another day, another World Cup Qualifier for the USMNT! On this episode, Taylor and Joe break down the U.S.'s latest qualifier against Honduras. How m...

January transfer window review: Barcelona and Newcastle's smart business, Spurs and Arsenal clear house & US players invade Europe!

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to look back at some of the best and worst business done in the January transfer window! We start off with Barcelo...

AFCON Quarterfinals: Senegal and Cameroon look dominant, Salah and Mane remain prominent

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Bailey and Graham Ruthven are here to discuss the Africa Cup of Nations quarterfinals, which gave us great performances from Mo Salah and Sadio M...

Allocation Disorder: Personality differences between Canada and the USMNT, World Cup qualification scenarios, and much more

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a special mid-week edition of Allocation Disorder! After covering the game at Tim Horton’s Field, Sam, Paul, and Josh Kloke share their thoug...

What went wrong for the USMNT against Canada? And what needs to change against Honduras

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well, that was a game. On this episode, Taylor and Joe dive into the USMNT's 2-0 loss away to Canada in World Cup Qualifying. What went wrong for the ...

Allocation Disorder: From Columbus, Paul and Sam discuss the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifier against El Salvador and look ahead to Canada

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Paul is back! On this episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam dive into the USMNT’s latest World Cup Qualifier, Thursday’s home game against ...

USMNT vs. El Salvador deep-dive review: Tim Weah’s importance, Christian Pulisic’s struggles, analyzing the U.S.'s tactics, and so much more from the USMNT's latest World Cup Qualifier

28 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After watching (and re-watching) the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifier against El Salvador, Taylor and Joe are here with their full, deep-dive review. Wha...

AFCON Round of 16 Review: Salah takes the 'Ronaldo' penalty, Mane leads the Lions & tragedy in Yaoundé

27 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan Bailey and Graham Ruthven look back on the Africa Cup of Nations Round of 16—a slate of games that was overshadowed by tragedy, but which provi...

USMNT World Cup Qualifying talk! Our analysis of Berhalter’s roster, building our preferred U.S. starting XI, what on earth should we expect from Canada, and much more

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s almost World Cup Qualifying time for the USMNT! On this episode, Taylor, Joe, and Graham dive into the U.S.’s latest roster, preview their up...

Weekend Review: AFCON updates, a convincing win for Chelsea, an unconvincing result for Juventus, a definitively Atletico performance from Atletico, and Graham lays down his in-stadium food laws

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss all the biggest results from this past weekend. Up first, we go deep on the Premier League, with partic...

Allocation Disorder: Leeds' offer for Brenden Aaronson, Paul Arriola’s reported move to FC Dallas, ways to improve MLS, and much more w/Bobby Warshaw

21 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Bobby Warshaw joins Sam to talk MLS, Gregg Berhalter, and much more!In the first segment, Sam and Bob...

Lamela's rabona and the best goals of 2021, Rafa Benitez’s downfall, VSPs for our national teams, and more listener questions

20 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s listener question time! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe team up to answer your lovely inquires. From soccer wedding officiants t...

AFCON Update! Strong showings from Cameroon and Nigeria, the opposite of that for Ghana and Algeria, Senegal is the new Portugal, and much much more!

19 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to discuss the latest events in the 2022 Africa Cup of Nations.Group A - Cameroon tops the group in convincing (bu...

Americans in Action! Dike’s first game for West Brom looks awfully familiar, Pepi starts, Kellyn Acosta’s move, plus Rusnak’s move to Seattle, TFC’s swap deal, and more MLS news

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Americans in Action time! Taylor, Graham, and Joe looked through the film and came ready to chat about how a number of different Americans perf...

Weekend Review! Man City dominate, Sierra Leone’s AFCON fairytale continues & Real Madrid claim silverware!

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Weekend Review is here! While Taylor battles the wintry elements on the east coast, Ryan, Graham and Joe convene to discuss the action at the Etih...

Allocation Disorder: What does Ricardo Pepi’s transfer mean for Pepi and FC Dallas? Plus, a look at Mexico, Austin FC, the Houston Dynamo, and more with Jon Arnold

14 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Jon Arnold joins Sam to discuss a slew of different topics. In the first segment, Sam and Jon discuss...

Listener Questions! Cities that suck at soccer, Premier League jerseys & a Vampiric XI!

13 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan, Taylor, Joe and Graham are fielding your listener questions! On today's episode, we consider the female soccer figures who could manage in the m...

Bundesliga catch-up w/ Manuel Veth: Is Ricardo Pepi a sign of things to come for Augsburg, what needs to change for Dortmund to challenge Bayern this season, and will Jesse Marsch get another Bundesliga gig?

12 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Manuel Veth makes his triumphant return! We discuss a whole lotta Bundesliga, including...1) Eintracht Frankfurt's strong first half of the campaign2)...

Americans in Action! Pepi’s Bundesliga debut, Musah and McKennie analysis, the USMNT’s January Camp roster, plus Diego Valeri’s reported move and more MLS updates

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into a whole bunch of American-centric action from the soccer world. In the first segment, we discuss th...

Weekend Review! AFCON is underway, Newcastle’s dismal display (in the FA Cup), Ricardo Pepi's big day, Juve vs. Roma was cray-zay, and much, much more

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It was a crazy busy weekend of soccer! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe convene to talk through the action from the weekend and discuss anything and ever...

Allocation Disorder: Inside Toronto FC’s busy offseason, Lorenzo Insigne’s salary, looking ahead to the USMNT's World Cup Qualifier against Canada, and more

07 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam is joined by The Athletic’s Josh Kloke to discuss Toronto FC’s pursuit of Lorenzo Insigne, hi...

What’s going wrong for Manchester United, Insigne to Toronto and MLS coaching changes, and answering more listener questions

06 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s been a busy soccer week, so Taylor, Graham, and Joe are back together to update listeners on a host of topics and to answer some questions!In t...

The ideal managers to have as podcast partners, the differences between a good club manager and a good national team coach, the impact of a winter World Cup on the transfer market, and more Listener Questions!

05 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Ryan still wandering the world on vacation, Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to answer 6 listener questions:1) If you could have a show in the ...

Americans in Action: January transfer window moves that have happened, might happen, or need to happen, featuring Pepi, Dike, Miles Robinson and more!

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor is joined by Joe and Graham to discuss some of the Americans that have already moved in the January window, as well as some of the moves that h...

Weekend Review! Arsenal test City like few teams have this year, Tuchel drops Lukaku against Liverpool, action in La Liga, and much more

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Weekend Review time! Joe, Graham, and Taylor (and Sophie) combine to chat about the action from this past weekend. We discuss Arsenal vs. Manch...

New Year's Resolutions for Man City, Man United, Steven Gerrard, England, Gregg Berhalter and many many more!

31 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Graham, Ryan, and Taylor take turns suggesting some possible New Year's Resolutions for clubs, coaches and players in the football/soccer world... and...

Final Listener Question show of 2021! Why does the January transfer window exist, the best kit manufacturers, greatest players never to play for a heavyweight club, and much more!

29 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to answer your listener questions, including...1) Why is there a January transfer window?2) Should MLS increase th...

Boxing Day Review: goals goals goals in Man City v Leicester, which North London club is more likely to finish top four, and what is happening at Norwich?

27 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Graham, Ryan, and Taylor take a look at all the Boxing Day action in England (and a little in Scotland). We spend a good amount of...

TSS Holiday Gift Giving Special! Reyna Clones, Bielsa Beer, Deila's Underpants & More!

23 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We’re smack dab in the middle of the holiday season, which means it’s time to give some gifts to people in the soccer world! On this episode, Tayl...

Americans in Action, plus a USMNT year end review, analysis of the New England Revolution’s trade for Sebastian Lletget, Charlotte FC’s expansion draft, and more

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor and Joe cover a handful of topics from around the American soccer landscape! In the first segment, we dive into Charlotte FC’...

Weekend Review: Victory for the USMNT & the Conte-fication of Tottenham! Plus VAR drama, the importance of proper footwear when managing, and much much more!

20 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There may have been a truncated Premier League schedule, but the weekend gave us plenty of talking points! Ryan, Taylor, Joe and Graham discuss the ma...

Allocation Disorder: LAFC make progress in their coaching search, analyzing Charlotte’s roster build, Sebastian Lletget to the Revs, and much more

17 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam and Felipe dive into a whole host of MLS topics. In the first segment, they take a look back at M...

Is Sergio Agüero one of the best strikers of all time, which players have improved most this season, how common is match fixing, and more listener questions

16 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s listener question time! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe gather around their respective microphones to answer your lovely inquire...

Americans in Action, plus picking a starting eleven for the USMNT’s upcoming friendly, MLS offseason updates, expansion draft, and more

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe are here to update you on some of the goings-on in American soccer! In the first segment, we talk about our expectations (or lack there...

Weekend Review! Chaos in the Champions League draw, Vinicius Jr. and Real top Atleti in the Madrid Derby, Chelsea’s penalties get them past Leeds, and much more

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It was, as ever, a packed soccer weekend! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe convene to recap much of the weekend’s action. Between the ...

2021 MLS Cup deep-dive review: Portland and NYCFC kept it dramatic all the way through!

12 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, we go deeeep on the 2021 MLS Cup, and discuss the big questions like what does a stadium do when a college basketball game goes long,...

Allocation Disorder: Providence Park’s impressive atmosphere, an update on NYCFC’s stadium search, the potential end of the Diego Valeri era, and more storylines ahead of MLS Cup

10 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam is joined by Matt Pentz and Alex Abnos of The Athletic to talk all about Saturday’s MLS Cup. Is...

Liverpool, Bayern, and Ajax are flying, Barca end up in the Europa League, record USMNT participation, and more from the Champions League group stage

09 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Champions League group stage is officially in the books! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe discuss what went down, how it went down, ...

Listener Questions! Where would the USMNT finish in a Premier League season, the best and worst second halves to a season, what makes Carlo Ancelotti such a successful manager, and much more!

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe answer some of your wonderful listener questions! You can find the full list that we discussed down bel...

MLS Cup Preview: How Portland and NYCFC will play, players to watch, strengths, weaknesses, and more! Plus, USMNT roster analysis

07 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

MLS Cup is just around the corner! Oh, and there’s a USMNT game coming up soon, too! On this episode, Taylor, Joe, and Jordan Angeli break down Greg...

Weekend Review! Jesse Marsch is out at Leipzig, Portland and NYCFC advance to MLS Cup, refereeing controversy in Der Klassiker, and so much more

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Weekend Review time! Ryan, Graham, and Joe teamed up to chat about a chunk of the action from this past weekend, including the MLS Conference F...

Allocation Disorder: FC Cincinnati want Jim Curtin, plus other coaching updates, postseason craziness, Mexico's national team rebrand, and much more

03 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Sam is joined by Felipe Cardenas! Sam and Felipe talk MLS playoffs, potential coaching changes, Mexic...

Famous soccer conspiracy theories, MLS’s weird playoff schedule, AFCON’s impact on clubs, and many more listener questions

02 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe answer some of your wonderful listener questions! You can find the full list that we discussed down bel...

MLS conference semifinals review w/ Joe and Jordan: NYCFC switch it up against the Revs, RSL twirl their mustaches, Portland powers past Colorado, and Philly needs more goals!

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Joe and Jordan return to discuss the second round of MLS playoffs aka the conference semifinals aka the MLS Cup quarterfinals. The...

Americans in Action: Gio Reyna is back in training! Tessman shines, questions arise about Dest, cold Word Cup Qualifiers, and much more

30 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe are back with another look at various USMNT-ers who were in action this past weekend. We discuss Tanner Tessman’s sharp performance, ...

Weekend Review! Rangnick makes his move to Manchester, Vinicius Jr. lifts Real Madrid over Sevilla, Orange County win silverware in the USL Championship, RSL keep RSL-ing, and more

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's International Daryl Grove Day! We honor our colleague's memory with some happy remarks and a spirited round of The Wikipedia Game, and then it's ...

David Ochoa plays the villain in one of the weirdest MLS games ever, Hany Mukhtar and Nashville play through Orlando, a demolition derby in Chester, and more from Round One of the MLS Cup Playoffs

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We're in the thick of the MLS Cup Playoffs and things are getting wild! On this episode, Taylor, Joe, and Jordan Angeli team up to analyze Round One, ...

TSS’s Annual Soccer Thanksgiving Special! Courageous NWSL players, a failed European Super League, the USMNT’s second-place spot in WCQ, and many other things we're thankful for

23 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's our annual Thanksgiving show! With just a couple of days until Thanksgiving, Taylor, Ryan, Joe, and Snaves gathered around their respective mics ...

Weekend Review: NWSL Championship recap, plus Liverpool rampant against Arsenal, Ole Out at Man United, Xavi very much in at Barcelona, and MLS playoff review

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On a packed episode of The Total Soccer Show, Ryan is joined by Graham and Taylor to talk about allll the many things that happened this past weekend,...

International Break Review! Canada dominate, Italy & Portugal face tricky fate

19 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Five of the six FIFA confederations pursued World Cup Qualification during this international break (come on OFC, get it together!) and nine teams qua...

How Conte and Nuno differ, what are soccer’s biggest revolutionizing moments, is having a men’s World Cup every three years a good idea, and more listener questions

18 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this show, Taylor, Ryan, and Joe answer your listener questions! You can find the full list down below:1) Which footballer would you want to be you...

NWSL Final Preview! How the Chicago Red Stars and the Washington Spirit got here, Trinity Rodman, Sarah Gorden, and other key players, predictions, and more w/Claire Watkins and Jason Anderson

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's almost time for the NWSL Final! On this show, Joe is joined by two special guests to preview that final (Saturday, 12PM ET on CBS). First, Joe ch...

From Kingston, Paul and Sam dive into the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifier against Jamaica and look back at the U.S.’s performance in The Ocho so far (plus, Canada!)

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam discuss the USMNT’s 1-1 draw with Jamaica in World Cup Qualifying. What did they notice from th...

USMNT v Jamaica deep-dive review: Crazy goals, tactical nuances in midfield, standout performers, and much more

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe watched and rewatched..so what did they make of the USMNT’s latest World Cup Qualifier against Jamaica? Plus, who played well? Who st...

"Maybe this was just a horrible idea" Matt Pentz and Pablo Maurer discuss their recent piece on the MLS is Back tournament

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Athletic's Matt Pentz and Pablo Maurer discuss their recent piece on The MLS is Back tournament: how did the decision makers decide to hold the t...

"They weren't going to be pushed around": From Cincinnati, Paul, Sam, and Felipe review the USMNT’s latest battle with Mexico

13 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Atheltic’s Sam Stejskal, Paul Tenorio, and Felipe Cárdenas were at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati last night and witnessed the USMNT’s 2-0 win ov...

USMNT v Mexico deep-dive review: Dos a Cero! How the U.S. put together the best performance of Gregg Berhalter's tenure

13 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What. A. Game. On this episode, Taylor and Joe sink their teeth into the USMNT's 2-0 World Cup Qualifying win over Mexico. How did the U.S. take down ...

USMNT vs. Mexico Preview! Mexico’s key players, Tata’s tactics, a potential USMNT starting XI, and much more

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe are here with a preview of the USMNT’s World Cup Qualifier against Mexico that will take place on Friday in Cincinnati! How does Mexi...

MLS Decision Day analysis w/Matt Doyle! Wondo retires, the Colorado Rapids finish on top of the West, the Red Bulls sneak into the playoffs, and much, much more

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

MLS Decision Day was wild, as it always is. On this episode, Joe is joined by Matt Doyle to break down Sunday's Decision Day and to look ahead to the ...

Weekend Review! Manchester City best United, Nkunku and Leipzig speed past Dortmund, Inter and Milan clash in Serie A, drama on Decision Day in MLS, and more

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Weekend Review time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe convene to chat about the latest busy soccer weekend. From the Manchester and Milan derbies ...

Allocation Disorder: Paul and Sam break down the USMNT’s November roster! Plus, updates on some MLS coaching and front office situations

05 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam analyze Gregg Berhalter’s roster for the USMNT’s two upcoming World Cup Qualifiers. ...

Breaking down the latest USMNT roster for World Cup qualifying: Brooks out, Dest hurt, Pulisic lives, and Gianluca Busio has the best name in camp

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Joe and Taylor took a look at the roster, sat in on Gregg Berhalter's press conference, and then recorded a deeeep dive look at the latest USMNT roste...

Champions League Matchday 4 Review! Ajax claw back against Dortmund, Leipzig and PSG thrill, Manchester United leave things late, and more

04 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Champions League time! On this episode, Taylor, Graham, and Joe gather around their respective microphones to chat about this week's UEFA Champ...

"Put that guy on the field: we need goals!" Jason Davis on the upcoming USMNT roster, and a little Decision Day chat as well

03 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jason Davis returns to the show and, as always, we get sidetracked early and often. We start with Halloween traditions (naturally) but then quickly ge...

Americans in Action: Busio and Tessmann start together for Venezia, Morris plays his first MLS minutes of the season, Aaronson shines for Salzburg, and much more

02 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe are here to recap how this past weekend went for a number of USMNT-eligible players here in the U.S. and abroad! We start out with some...

Weekend Review! Tottenham say no-no to Nuno, Barcelona's struggles continue & Zlatan's Milan conquers Rome

01 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this Monday’s Weekend Review, Ryan, Taylor and Graham take a look back on the biggest games from Europe!Manchester United's visit to Tottenham wa...

Allocation Disorder: MLS’s evolving playoff picture, the record-breaking Revs, who should fill open coaching and GM positions across the league, and more

29 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam discuss a host of MLS topics. From the New England Revolution’s record-breaking season...

TSS x Scuffed Crossover Part II: Answering your questions, featuring Weston McKennie thriving in goal, tactical progress under Berhalter, Mexico’s style of play, and much more

28 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s another TSS x Scuffed crossover! You can find the first part of the crossover in the Scuffed feed - and here’s part two. On this episode, Ada...

Who decides who gets credit for deflected goals, which players defied fans’ expectations and became stars, what happened to Reggie Cannon, and more listener questions

27 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to answer your lovely questions! From the complexities of the transfer market in Africa to Reggie Cannon’s bizarre ...

Americans in Action: What’s going on with Matt Miazga in La Liga, Weston McKennie puts in a shift in the Derby d'Italia, Luca de la Torre shows some magic, and much more

26 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor and Joe chat about how a number of different Americans performed (or didn’t perform) over the weekend. We start out with som...

Weekend Review: Ole’s Manchester United hit a new low, Real Madrid top Barca in El Clásico, Ajax put five past PSV and hold them to zero, and much more

25 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this Monday’s Weekend Review, Taylor, Graham, and Joe discuss much of the on-field (and off-filed) action that occurred in Europe this weekend. W...

One Year.

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Why did the accountant quit his job?He lost interest.On this day, a year after Daryl's passing, please take some time to enjoy life... even if it mean...

Allocation Disorder: Digging through the recent MLSPA salary release! Which teams are spending well, who’s making big bucks, answering your questions, and more

22 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam dive into the salary information that was released by the MLS Players Association earlie...

Champions League Matchday 3 Review! PSG sneak past Marsch’s Leipzig, chaos takes the reigns in Liverpool vs. Atleti, Manchester United pass through Atalanta, and more

21 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe take a look back at the Champions League action from the last couple of days. What went wrong for RB Le...

A secondary World Cup, coaching badges, Newcastle's ambition and more listener questions!

20 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to answer your listener questions! Hurrah! From a new World Cup tournament for the nearly-rans, to the intricacies behi...

Americans in Action: Scally shines for Gladbach, Steffen gets his second-ever Premier League start for Man City, Dest plays on the wing for Barca, and much more

19 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor and Joe talk about a slew of Americans who were in action over the weekend! We start out by running through a quick Americans ...

Weekend Review: Leicester City impress while Manchester United find themselves in distress, Lazio hug their way past Inter, Bayern storm towards the title, and much more

18 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this Monday’s edition of Weekend Review, Taylor, Graham, and Joe discuss a slate of games from England, Germany, Italy, and Spain! From Leicester...

Who are some of the world’s most unique soccer players, why aren’t pros better with both feet, do other countries have dual national panics, and more listener questions

15 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to answer your listener questions! From two-footedness to #DualNationalPanic, there was plenty to get to. You c...

USMNT v Costa Rica deep-dive World Cup Qualifying review: How did the U.S. perform in a critical game? Plus, analysis of Berhalter’s lineup, the MMA midfield, goals, and more

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe watched it back and now they’re here to talk about it. “It”, of course, being the USMNT’s latest World Cup qualifier: a 2-1 win...

Allocation Disorder: From Columbus, Paul and Sam recap the USMNT's latest World Cup qualifier vs. Costa Rica

14 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this USMNT-centric episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam discuss the U.S.'s latest World Cup qualifier: their clash with Costa Rica on Wedne...

Allocation Disorder: From Panama City, Paul and Sam dig into the USMNT's World Cup qualifier against Panama

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam dive into the USMNT’s 1-0 loss to Panama in World Cup Qualifying. How should Gregg Berhalter ha...

USMNT v Panama deep-dive review: What went wrong for the U.S.? Short answer: many things

11 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor and Joe are back with another USMNT review show, this time digging into the USMNT's World Cup qualifier against Panama. What were some of the f...

Greg Lalas previews the 2021 Kicking and Screening Film Festival

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor talks to Greg Lalas about the return of the Kicking and Screening Film Festival, which runs from October 12-15 in New York. They've got some ex...

Allocation Disorder: Paul and Sam discuss the USMNT's World Cup qualifier against Jamaica in Austin

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam talk all about the U.S.'s 2-0 win over Jamaica. Recording from Austin, our hosts discuss t...

USMNT v Jamaica World Cup Qualifying review: Pepi stays hot, Musah gets involved, officiating controversy, tactical takeaways, and much more

08 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Taylor and Joe analyze the USMNT's World Cup qualifier against Jamaica. There was controversy. There were goals. There was a Tim Ream...

"Everybody has to take responsibility for their part in the ecosystem." Steph Yang on the latest news from the ongoing NWSL scandal, how we got here, and possible ways forward

07 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Athletic's Steph Yang discusses the latest fallout from the NWSL/Paul Riley scandal, as well as the player protests last night. But with so many o...

Why hasn’t someone bought FC Barcelona, what are the most important criteria for 2026 World Cup host cities, and many, many more listener questions

06 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s listener questions time! On this episode, Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe gather around their respective microphones to answer your lovely inquir...

USMNT vs. Jamaica preview! How does Jamaica play, how can the U.S. beat them, what lineup would we like to see, and more

05 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With the USMNT’s next World Cup Qualifier just days away, Taylor and Joe sat down to preview their next opponent: Jamaica. How does Jamaica play und...

Weekend Review: Angry Pep, Sublime Salah, Gold-Plated Zlatan, and bargain-bin Barcelona, plus El Trafico, Milan out-Atalanta-ing Atalanta, and much much more!

04 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

First off, if you're in need of bad puns, this is the episode for you! Taylor is back to chat with Graham and Ryan about the biggest games from the we...

Allocation Disorder: Thoughts on Gregg Berhalter's U.S. roster for October, the Chicago Fire fire Raphael Wicky, news out of FC Cincinnati, and much more

01 Oct 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam react to Gregg Berhalter’s roster for the October World Cup Qualifying window. What do...

Should UEFA implement a salary cap system for clubs, if Scotland and the U.S. merged countries what would their new starting lineup be, and many more listener questions

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Did someone say “listener questions”? Yes? Good, because on today’s show, Ryan, Graham, and Joe answer your lovely questions! You can find the f...

Champions League Matchday 2 Review! Sheriff Tiraspol pull off a historic upset vs. Real Madrid, Messi does his thing for PSG against City, Atléti steal a late win at the San Siro, and more

30 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan, Graham, and Joe are back discussing the Champions League - and what a slate of midweek games it was! We chatted about PSG’s win over Mancheste...

USMNT October World Cup Qualifying roster analysis w/Tom Bogert! McKennie, Musah, and Richards are in, Pulisic and Reyna are out injured, and much more

29 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Joe is joined by MLSsoccer.com's Tom Bogert to discuss Gregg Berhalter's roster for the USMNT's October World Cup Qualifiers! We run through the roste...

USMNT listener questions w/Adam Snavely! What does Pepi need to show before we anoint him as the chosen one, if the USMNT was a song what would it be, and much more

28 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Adam Snavely is back on the show! After you lovely listeners were kind enough to send in some USMNT-centric questions, Joe and Adam teamed up to answe...

Weekend Review: Man City’s press limits Chelsea’s success, Jose Mourinho left in Roman ruins against Lazio, Brentford thrill vs. Liverpool, and much more

27 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Weekend Review time! With Taylor out on vacation, Ryan, Graham, and Joe recap the soccer weekend that was. From the Premier League to Serie A, ...

Allocation Disorder: Inside the new, groundbreaking MLS/Liga MX Leagues Cup format, plus an impassioned discussion of FC Dallas

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode of Allocation Disorder, Paul and Sam break down the new, revolutionary Leagues Cup format that was announced earlier this wee...

Will arena soccer ever re-rise to prominence, how much money should we be putting on Sheriff to advance in the Champions League, and many, many more listener questions

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s listener question time! On this episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe teamed up to tackle your lovely inquiries. You can find the full list of...

Sam Stejskal discusses the USMNT's opening round of World Cup qualifying, the new Concacaf Leagues Cup format, and how Bruce Arena got the Revolution top of the East

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Athletic's Sam Stejskal returns to the podcast to discuss why Paul Tenorio is the superior contributor to Allocation Disorder. After that, we spen...

TSS x Scuffed Crossover Part I: Answering your listener questions, featuring Ricardo Pepi, the challenges of Concacaf, and much, much more!

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a crossover episode! Adam Belz and Greg Velasquez of the Scuffed podcast join Taylor and Joe to answer a score of USMNT-centric listener questi...

Weekend Review: Tuchel's Chelsea show their flexibility, Messi, Messi Iso Cam, and PSG stay unbeaten, Real Madrid sneak past Valencia, Juve and Milan battle in Serie A, and much more

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With a fresh weekend of action in the rearview mirror, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe link up to talk all about it. You can find the full list of games...