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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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Jul 21, 2022 • 1h 7min
Listener Questions! Transfers we’d go back in time to stop, the next nation to win both a men’s and women’s World Cup, and much more
It’s listener questions time! Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to tackle your lovely soccer inquiries. You can find the full list that we answered down below:1) If we had a time machine, which transfers would we go back in time to block? And which ones would we make happen?2) Which country seems most likely to join Germany at the next nation to win both the men’s and the women’s World Cup?3) How does TSS view Carlos Tevez's soccer career now that he’s retired?4) Is Josh Wolff the next great hope for American managers?5) How do you shop for soccer tickets internationally?6) Who are some players that we had very high expectations for, but who never fully lived up to the hype?7) For Taylor, Ryan, and Joe: what is one food from your home town that you’d like Graham to try?8) Which of the other TSS hosts could last longest adopting Graham’s diet and routine?Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 2022 • 60min
Another trophy for the USWNT! Analysis of the final against Canada, takeaways from the tournament, standout players, and more
The USWNT won the Concacaf W Championship! Taylor and Joe are here to break down the final against Canada and talk big-picture takeaways from the tournament, standout players, players who struggled, and much more. Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 2022 • 59min
Reviewing the final group stage games of Euro 2022 and previewing the quarterfinal matchups, with particular emphasis on England v Spain AKA The Battle of Trafalgar II
On today's show, in Part 1, Graham and Taylor take a look back at the final group stage games of Euro 2022, and discuss which teams were the most disappointing (Norway), which players we will be sad to see head home (a couple of the Norwegians), and what we learned ahead of the knockout round (Norway won't be in it).In Parts 2 and 3 (starting around 19:43) we take an in-depth look at each of the quarterfinal match-ups, and try to predict the most likely tactics, 1v1 battles, and potential results.England v Spain: best all-around team vs the most technical team? Who wins and who changes their game plan first?Germany v Austria: high press and physical vs high press and physical = Not an ideal draw for Austria, but can they spring another surprise?Sweden v Belgium: get excited! get excited? Plus, The Return of Blackstenius (our new movie title, if nothing else)France v Netherlands: how might both teams line up without their most important attacking player, and why the Dutch will need to be less open if they want to contain a potent French attack.Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18, 2022 • 1h 4min
Transfer Analysis: How Koulibaly strengthens Chelsea, life after Lewandowski at Bayern and Barcelona's financial gamble!
Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven are here to discuss the very latest in transfer news, including Barcelona's baffling financial situation, how Kalidou Koulibaly improves Chelsea, Toronto FC's growing Italian contingent, and much more!Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 15, 2022 • 56min
Allocation Disorder: DC United hires Wayne Rooney, Gareth Bale signing drama + LA Galaxy downfall
Sam and Paul open up this week’s show with Wayne Rooney being hired as DC United head coach. Plus, they dive into the war of words between Tanner and Thorrington on the signing of Gareth Bale. And, what has happened to the LA Galaxy?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 14, 2022 • 1h 3min
Listener Questions! Best introductions to tactical analysis, the rise and fall of Riqui Puig at Barcelona, clubs with abundant shirt sponsors, and many more!
On today's episode, it's time for some listener questions! The whole crew is back on mic to answer your questions:1) What are the best ways to better understand soccer strategy and formations? Aside from watching games, are there online resources or something of that ilk?2) Why do Mexican clubs have so many sponsors on their kits? Are there any other leagues who handle sponsors similarly?3) How are we feeling about Leeds' transfer window so far?4) What went wrong at Barcelona for Riqui Puig?5) Is it a disadvantage for the USWNT to play in the CONCACAF W Championship while the UEFA Women's Euros are happening? Does the overall strength of NWSL balance out any difference in international competition?6) How did Wembley come to be a national stadium where no club team plays? What other nations have this arrangement, and what in your eyes are the benefits of having a national stadium?7) Why do people make fun of RFK Stadium and FedEx Field so much?Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 2022 • 56min
2022 Euro Catch-Up: England and France impress, Spain and Denmark feeling the stress, the Netherlands will need to do more with less, and much much more!
Graham and Taylor take a look back at the 2022 Euros thus far. With every team having played at least one game, they get into the standout performers, tactical wrinkles, and major talking points that have dominated the competition thus far.Group A - How did England put eight past Norway, and how much trouble might the Scandinavians be in when they take on Austria in their final group stage game?Group B - Germany press their way into top spot, while Spain's lack of attacking prowess limited their chances against the Germans. Could Denmark spring a surprise in their upcoming match with Spain?Group C - Draws ahoy! But Sweden and the Netherlands still looking strong!Group D - Reports of France's demise may have been exaggerated... but second place is very much up for grabs!Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 2022 • 56min
Reviewing the USWNT’s tough win over Mexico and answering listener questions!
Taylor and Joe are here to talk about the USWNT's most recent game: their final group stage match of the Concacaf W Championship against Mexico. What did we take away from the game? And what's next for the U.S.? We talk about that in the first two segments before answering some of your listener questions in the final segment!Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 2022 • 1h 4min
Cristiano Ronaldo's latest saga, how Raheem Sterling fits at Chelsea & the latest transfer updates!
Transfer watch! Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven convene to discuss the hold-ups in Frenkie De Jong's move away from Barcelona, the ways in which Borussia Dortmund are spending their Erling Haaland money, a wild summer in MLS and much more!Sponsors!Indochino! Get $50 off any purchase of $399 or more by using promo code 'TSS' at Indochino.com!Helix Sleep! Helix is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/TSS!American Giant! Get 20% off your first order when you use promo code 'TSS' at american-giant.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 8, 2022 • 59min
The USWNT is going to the World Cup! Plus, Tyler Adams to the Premier League and Luca de la Torre to La Liga
The USWNT is going to the World Cup! On this episode, Taylor Rockwell and Joe Lowery dive into how the U.S. women’s national team has performed so far at the Concacaf W Championship. Then, after the USWNT talk, we discuss Tyler Adams’ move to Leeds and Luca de la Torre’s move to La Liga.Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by FotMob! We love them and so should you! FotMob is THE place to go to stay updated on live scores, player and team stats, in-depth match statistics and analysis, Fantasy points scoring, news articles, transfer updates, and more! Click here to download the app and make your soccer life that much simpler! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


