Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ...

The hosts of Total Soccer Show's USMNT Weekly conduct a stock up/stock down analysis of players and position groups following a successful four-game international window. Key takeaways include excitement about young player development (Kevin Sullivan, Julian Hall, Justin Ellis), cautious optimism about the goalkeeper position with multiple viable candidates, and concerns about central midfield depth and the center back position.

In this listener questions episode of the Total Soccer Show, the hosts discuss the relative importance of coaches vs. sporting directors, whether dual national players could have changed the USMNT's 2026 World Cup trajectory, why the U.S. hasn't developed elite goalkeepers since the Howard-Friedel era, the role of MLS academies in youth development, and notable comeback victories in football history.

The Total Soccer Show hosts discuss the USMNT's 1-0 victory over Canada, their fourth consecutive win in the international window. The episode analyzes individual player performances, highlights emerging talents like Alex Freeman and Justin Ellis, and evaluates which debutants are likely to continue in the program under Pochettino's leadership.

The episode covers Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from Portugal's national team camp after being left as an unused substitute, Manchester City's appeal against 115 Premier League charges for financial rule violations totaling £900 million in inflated revenues, and updates on Germany, France, and England's recent Nations League performances under their respective new or continuing managers.

The Total Soccer Show reviews the USA's 3-0 friendly victory over Mexico, analyzing that while the scoreline was somewhat flattering due to Mexican goalkeeper errors, the U.S. showed emotional intelligence and tactical adjustments. The hosts highlight standout performances from teenage debutant Kevin Sullivan (the youngest USMNT goal scorer ever) and praise the team's ability to handle a hostile environment and chippy play without losing composure.

The Total Soccer Show hosts Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, and Joe Lowry review the USMNT's 4-2 victory over Chile, analyzing key player performances from both the starters and substitutes. The discussion focuses on how young players auditioned for future rosters while noting a drop in overall performance quality compared to the Peru game, with standout performances from Julian Hall, Gio Reyna, and Malik Tillman.

The Total Soccer Show hosts discuss LAFC's firing of Marc Dos Santos mid-season and analyze the USMNT's 3-0 friendly victory over Peru, evaluating young American players' performances and identifying key positional needs moving forward in Mauricio Pochettino's tenure.

Manchester City has been found guilty of 114 of 115 financial charges by an independent Premier League panel for breaches between 2009-2018, including inflated sponsorships and off-the-books payments. The hosts discuss potential punishments ranging from transfer bans to relegation, the implications for the Premier League's credibility, and how this verdict affects the perception of City's trophy-laden era.

The Total Soccer Show hosts discuss the USMNT's 4-1 victory over Peru, praising the performance of multiple debutants and Pochettino's tactical approach. Despite the limited quality of opposition, the hosts highlight encouraging individual performances, creative attacking play, and the injection of youth talent into the national team.

The Total Soccer Show hosts discuss listener questions about smart soccer clubs, Brexit's impact on youth recruitment, successful club coaches transitioning to national teams, and which Premier League teams are the least cool to support. They explore innovation in player recruitment and management across European football while analyzing recent international tournament performance.

This episode of USMNT Weekly scouts the 13 uncapped players in Gregg Berhalter's experimental roster for the international break, analyzing their club form, potential, and fit for the USMNT ahead of matches against Peru and other opponents. The hosts discuss goalkeeper prospects, defensive reinforcements, creative midfielders, and exciting young forwards like Kevin Sullivan, emphasizing both the promise and rawness of these players.

The Total Soccer Show hosts discuss St. Louis City's impressive 16-game unbeaten streak and their tactical innovations using a 3-diamond-3 formation, while also evaluating MLS Cup contenders like Philadelphia Union, Vancouver Whitecaps, and Nashville SC, and identifying teams to buy or sell based on recent performances.

The Total Soccer Show's weekend review covers Brighton's dominant 3-0 victory over Arsenal, Aston Villa's 3-2 win over Tottenham, and a chaotic Madrid Derby where Atlético Madrid defeated Real Madrid 3-1. The hosts analyze tactical breakdowns, player performances, and managerial decisions across all three matches.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, and Joe Lowry discuss Maurizio Pochettino's 28-player USMNT roster for the upcoming international window, which features 13 uncapped players and a youth-focused approach while notably excluding Christian Pulisic, Weston McKinnie, and Folarin Balogun due to injury and fitness concerns.

Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockhorse, and Joe Lowry predict Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT roster for the upcoming four-game international window in September-October, discussing which established players will return, which young prospects will debut, and how this extended camp presents an opportunity to evaluate talent for the 2030 World Cup cycle.

The Total Soccer Show hosts Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowry, and Jeff Reuter discuss MLS awards predictions including MVP, Newcomer of the Year, Young Player of the Year, Goalkeeper of the Year, Defender of the Year, and Coach of the Year. They analyze standout performances from the recent MLS weekend, with particular focus on Philadelphia Union's Kevin Sullivan's breakout season and other emerging talents.

The Total Soccer Show Weekend Review covers the Manchester Derby where City won 1-0 despite VAR incorrectly allowing an offside goal, discusses Hull City's impressive unbeaten start to the Premier League, and highlights Barcelona's dominant form as potentially the best team in Europe while noting defensive vulnerabilities.

Christian Polanco of The Cooligans discusses their summer World Cup tour with major performers and announces a new partnership with Yahoo Sports and Apple TV to provide alternative commentary for two MLS matches. He reflects on his journey with NYCFC and their upcoming Etihad Park stadium.

The Total Soccer Show hosts review the first matchday of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League league phase, covering games across Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. They discuss standout performances from Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Liverpool, while analyzing struggles from Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and other notable teams.

In this USMNT Weekly episode, the hosts discuss Pochettino's recent media comments about integrating young players into the national team, his pointed remarks about player ego and media comments (seemingly directed at Kevin Sullivan), and potential wildcard roster selections for the upcoming September international window. The panel also explores several dual-national prospects who could strengthen the US program.