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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://totalsoccersh

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 f

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.robin

Ryan and Taylor (AND DARYL!) discuss the biggest moments from the weekend, including...1:24 - Drama at Buckingham Palace3:40 - Tottenham v Liverpool: what was Mourinho's plan and how did Liverpool find a way through it?18:00 - Today's show is brought to you by ExpressVPN — go to http://expressvpn.com/TSS to get 15 months for the price of 1220:37 - Crystal Palace v Arsenal: what is Mikel Arteta trying to get his team to do AND what does a good season look like for Palace?33:15 - Real Madrid v Atletico Madrid: amazing penalties and dastardly/impressive red cards42:13 - Today's show is brought to you by Hims! To get your first month of hims hair loss products for free, go to http://forhims.com/totalsoccer44:48 - Ernesto Valverde on his way out at Barcelona? What's gone wrong and what comes next?51:31 - Lazio v Napoli: strangest goal of the weekend?56:28 - Roma v Juventus: how is Sarri getting the best out of Ronaldo?1:01:28 - The debut of the new segment "Anything Else to Talk About?" with Ryan Bailey, featuring

We open at 1:20 with some show news. You'll know it when you hear it :)4:15 — Brian McBride has been hired as USMNT GM. What do we think his job will be? We also Brandon Servania's addition to the January camp, and react to the draw for Olympic qualifying. 16:00 — We name some players we think could move in January and where we think they could go. Strikers and rightbacks for Spurs, a striker for Barcelona, defensive mids for Everton, strikers for Newcastle and Villa,  defenders for Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Man City, and plenty more besides. The episode title promises 10 players, but I'm pretty sure we go above and beyond that number.Today's show is sponsored by Robinhood. Go to http://totalsoccer.robinhood.com to get started with a free stockToday's show is sponsored by HelloFresh. Go to http://hellofresh.com/tss10 and use code tss10 to get 10 meals free.      Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take a closer look at the fresh faces in the USMNT January camp. Get to know Julian Araujo, Chase Gasper, Justen Glad, Mark McKenzie, Sam Vines, Brenden Aaronson, Christian Cappis, Bryant Kayo, Paxton Pomykal, Jesus Ferreira, and Ulysses Llanez We also answer some listener question about Jan camp and ruminate on the recent U20 hirings of Laura Harvey and Anthony Hudson Today's show is sponsored by HelloFresh. Go to http://hellofresh.com/tss10 and use code tss10 for 10 free meals Today's show is also sponsored by Ruffneck Scarves. Use code "TOTALSOCCERSHOW" at http://ruffneckscarves.com for 20% off. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a listener question special! Timestamps below: 0:45 — Who is one player each of you want your club to sign? 15:03 — Liverpool's fullbacks get very far forward. Why haven’t opposition teams been able to exploit this with counter attacks? 17:45 — If you could wave a magic wand and implement any rule change to make the game better (in your eyes) without any backlash from the soccer community, what would it be? 21:15 — Today's show is sponsored by Policy Genius. Go to http://policygenius.com to get quotes in minutes 23:40 — How and why did West Ham become associated with bubbles? 26:45 — What is the the TSS opinion on Xavi's club/international career? 31:50 — If you had to grow one extra body part to give you the biggest advantage in soccer possible, what would it be and why? 35:09 — Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped. Go to http://Manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% off and free shipping 37:02 — Why USL doesn't implement pro/rel between its three leagues? 42:40 — Considering the crowds the USWNT dra

Daryl and Taylor talk to Stu Holden about his thoughts on the USMNT in 2019, the team's upcoming January camp, and some players he thinks have been unfairly maligned. There's also insight into what it's like to get called into camp for the first time and what it's like to have injuries limit your ability to perform. SPONSORS! Today's episode is sponsored by Policy Genius! Go to http://policygenius.com and get a life insurance quote in minutes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.com/tss9 and use code tss10 for 10 meals free 24:11 - Rochdale v Newcastle 29:46 - Quick hits for Fulham, Spurs, and Derby County 34:03 - Getafe v Real Madrid 38:03 - Espanyol v Barcelona 44:16 - Zlatan returns to Milan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Is this allowed? 11:24 — Are there any world class (or formerly world class) defenders you'd sign as an MLS Designated Player? 15:40 — Do you think allowing USWNT members to play for European leagues would help or hurt the NWSL? 18:30 — Who is the biggest club you reasonably see getting relegated within the next 5 years? 24:05 — If you were picking the 18-player USWNT roster for the Olympics, would you still include Crystal Dunn as a defensive player? 26:30 — Do you think any team from the Premier League will ever reach 114 points? 29:40 — If you had to pick just one NWSL team to follow for the season, who would it be and why? 32:25 — What are your expectations for the USMNT and Gregg Berhalt

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 ... Today's show is sponsored by Ruffneck Scarves. Use the discount code TOTALSOCCESHOW for 20% off at http://RuffneckScarves.com   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.