Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ... Could the USMNT lose Noahkai Banks to Germany? | USMNT Weekly
Mar 4, 2026
They debate whether Noahkai Banks could switch to Germany and whether calling him into the World Cup would lock him in. They unpack Weston McKennie’s new Juventus deal, role changes, and long-throw threat. They gush about a surge of MLS teenagers, spotlighting 16-year-old Adrian Mometti and other rising young talents.
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Johnny Cardoso Became A Late Game Interception Machine
- Johnny Cardoso excelled as a defensive protector late in Atletico Madrid's Copa del Rey second leg despite an overall poor team showing.
- He led the match in interceptions, with three crucial late tackles that helped Atletico hang on to the tie.
McKennie Rewarded With Juventus Long Term Deal
- Weston McKennie earned a long-term Juventus contract after flourishing under Spalletti's versatile system.
- McKennie has six goal contributions in eight games and is playing multiple roles including left back and midfield.
McKennie's Throw Ins Offer Unusual Set Piece Weapon
- McKennie's long throw-ins are a recurring tactical asset that could benefit the USMNT in set-piece situations.
- Joe described his throw technique as almost illegal and compared it to a football-style one-arm launch into the box.