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TSS, The Athletic
Long-running American soccer show covering the USMNT, Premier League, Champions League, MLS, and more. If you enjoy analysis and silliness in equal measure, we're the podcast for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 20, 2026 • 48min
The League Cup Final, the Are They Actually Bad Derby in MLS, and a battle in Madrid | The Week Ender
A lively weekend preview covers the Carabao Cup final and Arsenal's hunt for more silverware against Manchester City. Madrid derby drama and relegation stakes in the Premier League get tactical attention. MLS storylines include an “Are They Actually Bad” derby, breakout talent theories, and a must-watch San Diego vs Real Salt Lake clash. Scouting reports, promotion battles in Germany, and quirky quiz trivia add extra color.

Mar 19, 2026 • 44min
Brilliant Barca, resurgent Liverpool, hopeful Spurs! | Champions League Review
Champions League drama unpacked with thrilling comebacks, tactical turnarounds and defensive collapses. Barcelona’s second-half mastery and Yamal’s game-changing runs get attention. Liverpool’s intense counterpress and clinical performance are praised. Sporting’s stunning comeback and controversial calls make waves. Spurs’ spirited fight and Chelsea’s defensive woes are also discussed.

Mar 18, 2026 • 55min
Gio Reyna is back, Noahkai Banks…is not! Analyzing Poch’s latest roster | USMNT Weekly
A lively breakdown of Mauricio Pochettino’s March USMNT roster and whether it hints at his World Cup core. Debates over Gio Reyna’s call-up and concerns about club minutes. A look at goalkeeper pecking order and center-back depth with Noahkai Banks notably absent. Tactical notes on midfield roles, fullback gaps without Dest, and striker hierarchy ahead of friendlies vs Belgium and Portugal.

Mar 17, 2026 • 1h 6min
What went wrong for Oscar Pareja in Orlando? Josh Sargent’s debut! | MLS Update
Weekend MLS drama and chaotic classics get unpacked. Orlando’s struggles, roster gaps, and whether a coaching change fixes deeper problems are debated. Debuts by Hámus and Josh Sargent are reviewed alongside promising newcomers and transfer impacts. Tactical shifts, suspension fallout, and surprising team revivals round out the conversation.

Mar 16, 2026 • 58min
Is Arne Slot under pressure at Liverpool? | Weekend Review
A lively weekend review covering Liverpool’s struggles and growing fan frustration with Arne Slot. Debate over identity and intensity at Anfield. Manchester United’s steady resurgence under Carrick and Arsenal inching toward the title. Wild Bundesliga drama with red cards and VAR chaos. LaLiga and Barcelona developments, Milan and Lazio headlines, plus NWSL kickoff and streaming headaches for fans.

Mar 14, 2026 • 53min
Would a team of just Beasleys and McKennies win Serie A? Yes or Emphatically Yes? | Listener Questions
They debate which countries and confederation rules make the most likely 2038 World Cup hosts and how expanded tournaments change host viability. They consider what would happen if Iran withdraws from 2026 and how FIFA might replace them. They rank which Premier League big six might be relegated and imagine Thomas Müller recruiting MLS talent. They even sketch a funny team built only from Beasley and McKennie.

Mar 13, 2026 • 52min
Tottenham's latest battle, protests in Rome and the return of NWSL! | The Week Ender
The TSS Gang is here to preview another big weekend in soccer, which sees Tottenham travel to Anfield with the mission of trying to avoid the relegation zone, big planned protests at Lazio's home match with Milan, and much more!WATCH TSS EPISODES ON YOUTUBE!We're posting all our episodes here! Smash like and subscribe etc.!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS Scouting Network, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 2026 • 48min
Is Fede Valverde the most under-rated player in the world? | Champions League Review
Ryan, Graham, and Joe dive into each and every game from the Champions League’s Round of 16 fixtures! How did Real Madrid dismantle Manchester City? What on earth is happening with Spurs? Can Bodø/Glimt continue their amazing run? All that — and so, so, so much more — on the show.WATCH TSS EPISODES ON YOUTUBE!We're posting all our episodes here! Smash like and subscribe etc.!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS Scouting Network, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 2026 • 54min
Americans on shaky ground: the USMNT players we're worried about | USMNT Weekly
With Ryan in New York watching 5 live sports happen simultaneously, it's left to Joe, Graham and Taylor to discuss which Americans had the best performance this past weekend, before turning our collective attention towards the players in the most precarious positions ahead of the World Cup: Pulisic, Dest, Jedi, Tillman, and more!WATCH TSS EPISODES ON YOUTUBE!We're posting all our episodes here! Smash like and subscribe etc.!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS Scouting Network, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 2026 • 1h 7min
Timo Werner shines for the Quakes! Worry for FC Cincinnati? | MLS Update
Taylor, Jeff, and Joe combine to talk through the latest action from across MLS! We chat about Vancouver’s skill, Portland’s issues, Orlando’s collapse, LAFC’s rising star, Toronto’s foundation, Cincinnati’s problems, San Diego’s goalkeeper, and so, so, so much more.WATCH TSS EPISODES ON YOUTUBE!We're posting all our episodes here! Smash like and subscribe etc.!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, videos, The TSS Scouting Network, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


