The Big Thing goes to Turin, as Ryan, Joe and Graham evaluate Thiago Motta's new-look Juventus! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch…

LAFC and Sporting Kansas City have a date in the U.S. Open Cup final next month! How did those teams prevail in this week's semifinals? Joe Lowery dives in. Plus, we look ahead to the best action coming up this weekend across MLS, the NWSL, and the USL. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American…

Ryan, Graham and Joe wade into your takes to decide if we're taking them or leaving them! 1) Champions League qualifying and the Champions League itself should be played in the same season. 2) A 64 team World Cup would be better than a 48 team World Cup. 3) The first day of a major tournament should not just be the opening game. It should have more…

The whole gang is here to answer your questions! 1) How can Chelsea maintain a squad the size of a small town, aka what are the rules on Premier League squad size and makeup? 2) Could MLS follow in the footsteps of the NWSL's new Collective Bargaining Agreement? 3) If and when Poch takes over, which players that Berhalter had soured on would we lik…

Taylor and Joe are here to chat about all things MLS! How did the Crew top LAFC to win the Leagues Cup trophy? What's propelling Inter Miami's Shield run without Messi? How worried should Real Salt Lake be after their transfer window and loss to San Jose? All that -- and much more -- on the show! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which …

We're chatting all things MLS on this episode! Joe Lowery dives into the latest on-field action from around the league, including the Crew's victory of LAFC in the Leagues Cup final, RSL's struggles, and so much more. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. S…

The TSS Gang is here to look over the biggest games of the weekend, including Chelsea's big win at Wolves, Liverpool's progression under Arne Slot, the start of the Bundesliga, and much more! ==================== JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and muc…

Our old friend The Wikipedia Game returns from an extended absence. Taylor had clues for 13 players but then almost immediately gave one away... so it's a best-to-five race for trivia supremacy! Categories are Current Chelsea Players, Players That Have Moved in the Transfer Window, and TSS-Centric Players... whatever that means. ===================…

The TSS Gang is here to run through the latest transfer dealings across Europe, where the Chelsea Trading Platform continues apace, Man City look to make some moves, Arsenal try to lock down another Mikel, and much more! ==================== JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord…

It's a new era in the NWSL: the draft is no more. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into NWSL and NWSL Players Association's historic new collective bargaining agreement. What changes were made? And how will they impact the future of the league (and of the women's game)? Then, it's full steam ahead into a discussion of the transfer window dates her…

The whole gang is here to answer your questions! 1) Why isn’t there much buzz about the USMNT’s next generation? 2) Which would we choose for the USMNT: a full cycle of Jesse Marsch or two years of Mauricio Pochettino? 3) What happened to Bordeaux and what comes next for their fans and players? 4) How did Como rise to Serie A and what’s up with all…

With the MLS summer transfer window closed, Joe Lowery dives into some of the best (and worst) windows from around the league. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

With the new European season officially upon us, Taylor and Joe dive into the various USMNT players that they're most excited about (and intrigued by) for the 2024-25 campaign. Who has the most to gain from a strong season? And who will most benefit from Mauricio Pochettino’s arrival? Plus, which players are we worried about? All that -- and more -…

The TSS Gang - minus a poorly Taylor Rockwell - is here with the first Weekend Review of the new season, detailing positive starts for Man City, Arsenal and Liverpool, a worrying beginning for Antonio Conte's life at Napoli, updates from Leagues Cup, and much more! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access …

The TSS Gang is here with a fresh batch of Listener Questions! Ryan, Taylor, Graham and Joe discuss Leagues Cup, USWNT midfielders ahead of 2027, the pay-to-play model, and... we play a round of 'Would You Rather'! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which features bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and m…

With reports stating that former Chelsea, PSG, and Tottenham manager Mauricio Pochettino is very close to taking over as the USMNT's manager, Joe Lowery dives into the entire situation. How close is this deal to getting over the line? How big of a hire is Poch? And what would his U.S. team look like? All that -- and more -- on the show. If you enjo…

Everybody stay calm! Okay, fine, we didn't stay calm. With reports stating that Mauricio Pochettino is close to taking over as the USMNT's new manager, Taylor and Joe react! Did we expect anything like this? What does this mean for the USMNT? And will we ever stop shouting for joy? After we settle down from the Poch chat, it's on to another batch o…

In Part 2 of our 2024-2025 Premier League preview, we go deep on the transfers, managers, tactics and key players for the every single team in the bottom (alphabetical) half of the league. How do Liverpool move on after Jurgen Klopp’s exit? Can Manchester United take a step forward? Which newly promoted team will shine? All that and much, much, muc…

In Part 1 of our 2024-2025 Premier League preview, we go deep on the transfers, managers, tactics and key players for the top (alphabetical) half of the league: Arsenal through Ipswich Town. Can the Gunners get it done this year? Will Everton survive more looming financial concerns? Will Chelsea just continue to spend no matter what? Can Aston Vill…

The U.S. women's national team is back on top of the women's game. What did we learn from their run to the gold medal in France? Joe Lowery dives into his five takeaways. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Emma Hayes' start to life as USWNT coach couldn't have gone much better, with a Gold Medal secured at Paris 2024 following a (fairly narrow) victory over Brazil. The TSS gang break down the final and look to what's next for the women's NT! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, bl…