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.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 84 days 4 hours 40 minutes
episode 196: Weekend Review w/ Ryan Bailey: Madrid kick into high gear, Zlatan returns to Milan, and FA Cup drama, of sorts
Ryan and Taylor break down all the action from this past weekend: 0:00 - Does the FA Cup still matter? Ryan explains why it used to, why it doesn't as much anymore, and why it should. 8:47 - Wolves v Man United 12:31 - Merseyside Derby in the FA Cup 21:05 - Today's show sponsored by Hello Fresh. Go to http://hellofresh...
episode 195: USMNT expectations for 2020, why the EPL is so successful, MLS DP defenders, and more listener questions
It's a listener questions special! Here are the timestamps: 2:35 — Are there any female play by play or color analysts in English men’s football? 6:00 — Which USMNT player needs a move this transfer window? 8:55 — Today I saw Jordan Pickford, the Everton keeper, dribble from outside the area in and then pick up the ball...
episode 194: Specific Predictions for 2020, plus: USMNT roster reaction
It's the last show of the year! We open with a quick look at the USMNT January camp roster, which featured a couple of exciting surprises. Starting at 11:35, we get into our predictions for 2020. Will Leo Messi lift a trophy with Argentina? Will the USWNT win Olympic gold? Will the USMNT U23s qualify for the Olympics? How will Erling Braut Haaland change Borussia Dortmund? Who will Mikel Arteta sign for Arsenal? Which American will win a Bundesliga? And plenty more .....
episode 193: Weekend Review w/ Ryan Bailey: A strange three days for Wolverhampton, Chelsea muscle past Arsenal, and drama in Mexico
Ryan and Taylor first attempt to determine exactly what day it is, before moving on to discuss... 0:00 - Wolves v Man City 10:35 - Liverpool v Wolves 18:34 - Arsenal v Chelsea 28:41 - Norwich v Tottenham 35:50 - Who finishes in the top four, plus some transfer speculation 42:59 - Moyes is back at West Ham. Hooray? 46:10 - Liga MX Apertura Final
episode 192: The TSS Soccer Santa Spectacular
We give out Christmas gifts to soccer players, coaches and media personalities. Our list of recipients includes Tyler Adams, Carlo Ancelotti, the USWNT, Ronald Koeman, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Gregg Berhalter and plenty more. Today's show is sponsored by Ruffneck Scarves. Use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" at http://RuffneckScarves.com for 20% off Today's show is also sponsored by http://FBREF.com — visit the site for all kinds of soccer stats, now including xG and xA.
episode 191: Liverpool are world champions, racism in Spurs v Chelsea, and Ronaldo wears a headband: Weekend Review w/ Ryan Bailey
Ryan and Taylor break down all the action from the weekend, including... 1) Liverpool v Flamengo in the Club World Cup 2) Man City v Leicester Today's show is brought to you by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 3) Tottenham v Chelsea - What should happen next to combat racism in the Premier League? Plus, possible explanations for Gazzaniga's challenge AND for the lack of an immediate penalty...
episode 190: Mikel Arteta takes over at Arsenal: discussing what happens next w/ James McNicholas
Recorded just prior to the official club announcement, Taylor talks to The Athletic's James McNicholas about the appointment of Mikel Arteta as head coach of Arsenal. What will his style be, what are his immediate challenges, and who could be on their way out in January? Plus, we get into the backroom issues causing problems at Arsenal, and discuss Mesut Ozil v China. SPONSORS! Today's show is brought to you by... Audible! Get a free 30-day trial of Audible at http://audible...
episode 189: Who wins in an all-time Bald XI v an all-time Big Hair XI? Plus many more listener questions
Daryl and Taylor answer some excellent listener questions, including... 1) Which competition is more important for the USMNT: Nation's League or the Olympics? 2) All-time best bald/shaved head 11 v All-time big-haired 11. Who wins? Today's show is brought to you by Feals — Makers of CBD oil for when you're a stressed out USMNT manager and you need to relax. Go to http://feals...
episode 188: Ancelotti sacked, racism at HQ, a potential three-way Scudetto race, and much more: Serie A round-up w/David Amoyal
Taylor is joined by David Amoyal of The Calcioland podcast to get up-to-date on all things Serie A. There's racist artwork at the Serie A offices that someone thought was a good idea, Carlo Ancelotti out at Napoli and Gennaro "I stab people with forks" Gattuso has taken over, a title race between Inter Milan and Juventus (and maybe also possibly maybe Lazio). Plus, praise for Cagliari, Parma, and Atalanta AND some transfer rumors to round it all out! SPONSORS! Today's episode is sponsored by.....
episode 187: El Clásico preview, plus a mid-season round-up of the top teams in La Liga w/ Graham Ruthven
Taylor is joined by Eurosport's Graham Ruthven to preview the midweek El Clasico. How will both managers approach this one tactically and where are the potential areas of vulnerability? Plus, lineup questions, ramifications for the remainder of the season, and much much more. After that, we get into the other teams near the top of the table in Spain before looking ahead to the Champions League knockout round for the four remaining Spanish teams...