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On this week’s episode, the guys focus in on teams in the United States that have done a good job to embrace their environs and incorporate the communities in which they operate, and then take a slightly longer look at the teams that have done the opposite of that (looking strongly in your direction, DC United). Why aren’t MLS teams better on that front, what have been some notable missteps, and why an organized supporters group can be so important in reflecting the values of individual cities? Paul and Sam have thoughts!Today's episode of Allocation Disorder is brought to you by LinkedIn! Get $50 off your first job posting at LinkedIn.com/TSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manuel Veth of Transfermarkt fame returns to the show to discuss all things Bundesliga! Which American could be poised for his best year yet, why Hertha Berlin could be very good or very bad, and how RB Leipzig have strengthened since the departure of Timo Werner. We also discuss the coming seasons for a number of Americans, including Joe Scally, Josh Sargent, John Brooks, Tyler Adams and Gio Reyna.55:58 - We turn to our focus to Transfermarkt itself. How do they reach their valuations, why we're all sort of misunderstanding the point of those numbers, and which players have been the best/worst bargains so far this window.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...Liquid IV! Get 25% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use the promo code "Athletic" at checkout.Indochino! Get $30 off any purchase of $399 or more by using the code "Athletic" at Indochino.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor is joined by Meg Linehan of The Athletic, who answers all his many questions about the NWSL, the FA WSL, and other topics that don't have acronyms. The last segment of the show is focused on the conclusions in the Fare Report, as well as what changes it could (ideally) bring about in the US Soccer landscape. You can read the report for yourself over at their websiteSponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...DoorDash! Get $5 off AND zero delivery fees on your first order when you download the DoorDash app and enter code TSSLiquid IV! Get 25% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use the promo code "Athletic" at checkout.Indochino! Get $30 off any purchase of $399 or more by using the code "Athletic" at Indochino.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you do with a documentary series that takes you (mostly) behind the scenes of a big club in the midst of a drama-filled season? Talk about it for over an hour! We go deep on Harry Kane's team talks, Mauricio Pochettino's absence, Danny Rose arguments, and much much more! Plus, what did they leave out, what was most compelling, and how Christian Eriksen might be a cold-blooded assassin in his spare time.Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...DoorDash! Get $5 off AND zero delivery fees on your first order when you download the DoorDash app and enter code TSSHelloFresh! Visit HelloFresh.com/80tss and use code 80tss for $80 offLiquid IV! Get 25% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use the promo code "Athletic" at checkout.LinkedIn! Get $50 off your first job posting at LinkedIn.com/TSSIndochino! Get $30 off any purchase of $399 or more by using the code "Athletic" at Indochino.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You can listen to the whole thing (if you're cool) or you can cherry pick particular games with the following timestamps:4:25 - Liverpool v Leeds: 7 goals AND The New Gareth Bale? What else do you need?23:25 - Tottenham v Everton: Toffees look electric while Spurs look stationary44:19 - Arsenal v Fulham: Ceballos and Nketiah show Arsenal how to scrap59:46 - Leicester prove Taylor wrong, Newcastle prove him right, and Weston McKennie... looks good in orange?Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by...DoorDash! Get $5 off AND zero delivery fees on your first order when you download the DoorDash app and enter code TSSManscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code TSS20 at Manscaped.comEarnest! Get a $100 cash bonus when you refinance a student loan at Earnest.com/TSSLinkedIn! Get $50 off your first job posting at LinkedIn.com/TSS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Paul and Sam start off by discussing the firing of Chris Armas, as well as presenting theories on why the Red Bulls have whiffed on several DPs. After that, it's on to Pity Martinez's move to Saudi Arabia, plus what type of coach Atlanta (and the rest of the league) should be looking for when making their next hire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3:55 — Sheffield United19:15 — Southampton30:40 — Tottenham Hotspur46:05 — West Bromwich Albion57:50 — West Ham United1:09:30 Wolverhampton WanderersSPONSORS:Go to PolicyGenius.com to compare life insurance quotesGo to ForHims.com/totalsoccer for a 90-day money-back guaranteeVisit HeyArtifcact.com and use code TSS for $40 off your first personal podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We continue to recommend listening to the whole episode, because there's a lot of info to digest. But if you're looking for something more bite-sized, here are you timestamps:0:00 - Updates and corrections from the first preview episode7:17 - Fulham18:57 - Leeds United33:58 - Leicester City46:08 - Liverpool58:16 - Manchester City1:12:16 - Manchester United1:24:41 - Newcastle UnitedSPONSORS!Visit HelloFresh.com/80tss and use code 80tss for $80 offGet 40% off a subscription to The AthleticGo to HeyArtifact.com and use code TSS for $40 off your first personal podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We of course recommend listening to the whole thing, but here are the time stamps if you're looking for specific teams:From the top: We talk Leo Messi staying at Barcelona, and the Premier League's decision to go back to three subs8:10 — Arsenal24:15 — Aston Villa36:55 — Brighton and Hove Albion55:23 — Burnley1:02:30 — Chelsea1:20:26 — Crystal Palace1:33:15 — EvertonSPONSORS!Go to PolicyGenius.com to compare life insurance quotesGo to ForHims.com/totalsoccer for a 90-day money-back guaranteeGo to HeyArtifact.com and use code TSS for $40 off your first personal podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

0:00 - Laptop complaints and Messi updatesAnd then it's on to some listener questions...8:07 - Is Reggie Cannon’s pending move to Boavista really an upgrade from FC Dallas? Note: this one sort of turns into Taylor being terrified that global soccer will eventually be 4 people owning all the teams. 17:41 - What are the similarities and differences between Frank Lampard's Chelsea and Gregg Berhalter's USMNT? 24:00 - Today's show is sponsored by Hellofresh! Go to HelloFresh.com/80tss and use code 80tss to get a total of $80 off your first month, including free shipping on your first box26:43 - What would happen if International Soccer went away? From an actual footballing standard perspective, could it help top players get more time to rest or to play in additional domestic or international club competitions?36:50 - Has there ever been a good British television show depicting a lower league football team?45:26 - Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped! Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code TSS20 at Manscaped.com.48:10 - Do you think Jordan Morris will ever make a move to Europe?55:48 - If Gregg Berhalter could genetically construct the ideal centerback composed entirely of traits and characteristics from current national team players, what would that combination be?1:01:13 - Check out The Athletic's newest podcast, The Athletic Football Show.1:01:45 - Updates to the TSS Scouting Network! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.