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We were hanging out in Baltimore with The Cooligans, so it only made sense to capture it all on mics!We answer various Twitter questions (only one of which is pizza related), with occasional breaks to mock each other's style, musical preferences, or general existence. This is part one. You'll find the second part in The Cooligans podcast feed.Today's show is brought to you by Robinhood! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get a free stock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We round up 14 news stories from the past couple weeks that we didn't get to talk about:3:50 — Chicharito to the LA Galaxy12:05 — Julian Gressel joins DC United16:10 — Africa Cup of Nations switches back to winter18:58 — Gio Reyna's Bundesliga debut22:12 — Indiana Vasillev playing for Aston Vila 26:48 — Bayern Munich making transfer moves31:27 — CAF World Cup qualifying draw and formaty34:09 — Hailie Mace signs with North Carolina Courage36:13 — Michael Bradley injury layoff, Jozy Altidore transfer rumor42:20 — Football agents threaten to sue FIFA47:50 — Antonee Robinson to Milan rumor53:20 — Barcelona hire Quique Setien58:25 — Paxton Pomykal leaves USMNT January camp, Ulysses Llanez stays1:02:02 — Inter sign Ashley Young and Victor MosesSPONSORS:Robinhood! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get a free stockPolicy Genius! Go http://policygenius.com to get a life insurance quote in minutes  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BIG SHOW! We review Chelsea v Arsenal then get into some listener questions. Timestamps below:2:52  — Chelsea v Arsenal review, including an in-depth look at how Chelsea's panicky reaction to Tammy Abraham's injury cost them two points25:10 — Which do you consider the more impressive feat: Arsenal's 2003-2004 undefeated season  or Manchester City's 2017-2018 100 point season?28:44 — Money is no concern.... Which professional soccer manager would you hire to coach you and your amateur soccer team?31:35 — Is there an equivalent for the Astros, and soon to be Red Sox, cheating scandal in soccer?36:30 — Could the USMNT be more successful playing an Antonio Conte-style system?43:50 — How does TSS view Patrice Evra’s career?48:33 — Is Sergio Aguero under-celebrated by media and fans?53:45 — What is the most memorable goal you have scored?57:07 — Has Lynden Gooch's club loyalty hurt his stock?1:01:53 — Updates from the scouting network, including Eerling Haaland and Gio ReynaSend us a questions: http://totalsoccershow.com/questionsSupport the show: http://totalsoccershow.com/joinSPONSORS:Robinhood! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to claim your free stockStamps.com! Go to http://stamps.com and click the microphone in the top right corner, then enter TSS to get a 4-week trial, free postage and a digital scale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wed sat down with Meg Linehan from The Athletic. We discuss Meg's recently published piece, "The inside story of Sky Blue’s 2020 NWSL draft," and also take a good look at Vlatko's 20-player USWNT Olympic qualifying roster.Need timestamps? Can do. The Sky Blue and NWSL draft talk start around  3:25 and the Olympic roster talk starts at 24:15Here's a link to Meg's story: https://theathletic.com/1542828/2020/01/17/the-inside-story-of-sky-blues-2020-nwsl-draft/To subscribe to The Athletic, get 40% off, and give us the credit, when you sign up via http://theathletic.com/totalsoccerSPONSORS-->ROBINHOOD! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com for 40% off an annual subscriptionPOLICYGENIUS! Go to http://policygenius.com to get a life insurance quote in minutes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor review the action from this past weekend, including...3:22 - Liverpool v Manchester United: how the Reds adjusted to Solskjaer's tactics and emerged with a comprehensive win. Plus, where should/does the blame lay for the state of Man United?23:44 - Marcus Rashford is out for 3 months. What happened and what happens next?28:23 - Today's episode is brought to you by Away! Get your luggage and other travel essentials at http://awaytravel.com/tss31:11 - Southampton v Wolverhampton: Raul Jimenez literally and figuratively leads the fight back39:28 - Manchester City v Crystal Palace: Guardiola spent most of this one fuming... at one person in particular.46:40 - Real Madrid v Sevilla OR how Casemiro saved the day, helped nearly lose the day, and then saved the day again.50:34 - Ausburg 3 - Borussia Dortmund 5: ENTER HALAND!58:02 - Which American had the best weekend in Europe?SPONSORS:Robinhood! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get a free stock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sports psychologist and consultant Dan Abraham's makes his return appearance (on the anniversary of his debut performance) to discuss the work he's doing to help top footballers mentally prepare for matches, training and everyday life. Plus, how to deal with negativity from social media, what clubs should be doing to help athletes remain emotionally balanced, and much much more.Sponsors!Robinhood! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get a free stockManscaped! Go to http://Manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% off and free shipping Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two interviews in this episode. Up first is Kate Markgraf, US Soccer's Head of Women's Football (which includes the role of USWNT General Manager). Kate discusses her role with US Soccer, how she got the job, how she chose Vlatko Andanovski as head coach, her relationship with Earnier Stewart and how the US Soccer heirarchy works.We then talk to Yael Averbuch about the transition from college to pro, playing under Vlatko, playing in Russia, and plenty more.SPONSORS:Robinhood! Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get a free stockAway! Get your luggage and other travel essentials at http://awaytravel.com/tss  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former professionals Jordan Angeli and Lori Lindsay join Daryl and Taylor in Baltimore at the United Soccer Coaches convention to break down all that was from the 2020 NWSL Draft. Lots of moves, a couple big trades, and some solid pre-interview dancing. There's much to be discussed and lots of great NWSL chats to be had!Today's show is sponsored by Robinhood. Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get your free stockToday's show is sponsored by ExpressVPN. Go to http://expressvpn.com/soccer to get 15 months for the price of 12 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode was recorded in the car on the way to Baltimore, with Taylor behind the wheel and Daryl scrolling through Twitter to ask questions from listeners.I know it sounds self indulgent, but we do this once a year to keep us honest.SPONSORS:Robinhood! Go to http://totalsocce.robinhood.com to claim your free stockExpress VPN! Go to http://expressvpn.com/TSS to get three months free with a one-year subscriptionHims! Got http://forhims.com/totalsoccer to get started with your first month free Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seven listener questions, with timestamps:3:40 —  Who is the best player to have never received a cap for their respective national team?11:25 —  What is the prime age for a soccer player?16:35 — Man Utd, Man City, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Arsenal are either in the beginning of middle stages of a rebuilding/reloading period of sorts. Which teams fans should be most optimistic at the moment, and which teams fans should be most pessimistic?25:20 — Why is Brek Shea a punching bag on USMNT twitter?31:45 — If a player gets sold from one team to another during the transfer window, does the player get any part of the transfer fee? Is the player bound by the pay and other provisions of his original contract, or does he renegotiate his contact?35:05 — What is the actual definition of a “farmers league”? I’ve heard it said when mentioning leagues like Ligue 1, but never was sure what it meant.38:30 Why are more free transfers not announced in January?Today's show is sponsored by Robinhood. Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get your free stockToday's show is sponsored by Hello Fresh. Go to http://hellofresh.com/tss10 and use code tss10 to get 10 meals freeAsk us anything, via Twitter: https://twitter.com/TotalSoccerShow/status/1217314615497052160 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.