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It's a listener question special, with lots of hypotheticals! Timestamps below ... 1:20 — In the USMNT we often talk about German Americans. What are some other famous country-country relationships for other countries? 7:40 — How has Lampard used Pulisic for Chelsea tactically different from how Berhalter has tried to use Pulisic? 13:22 — How would you change penalties to make it more even odds for the goalkeeper? We’ve had the rule change where they can’t come off their line so let’s say that part can’t be changed. 18:05 — Today's show is sponsored by Express VPN. Go to http://expressvpn.com/soccer for three months free 20:20 — What would happen if, instead of international breaks spread throughout the season, all international games happened in say November and December? 26:20 — How much do coaches and assistant coaches make? Do MLS coaches get paid significantly less than European coaches? 33:10 — What is one aspect of a major American sports league that you would like the Premier League to try? 38:15 — To

There's one Wall Street Journal article, two ads, and 11 listener questions on today's show. Here are the timestamps: 00:00 — Discussing Rachel Bachman's WSJ article about how the US Soccer Federation is being run. Link to article: https://www.wsj.com/articles/u-s-soccer-federations-struggles-deepen-11575567787 13:15 — What does "Kop" mean at football grounds in England? 16:08 — Could Christian Pulisic one day win the Ballon D'Or? 20:28 — Are we being too harsh on Berhalter for having his "group"? Haven't other USMNT coaches had the same criticism? 27:17 — Today's show sponsored by Hello Fresh. Go to http://hellofresh.com/tss9 and use code TSS9 for nine meals free 29:40 — Why don't people mention Juan Pablo Angel more as being one of the true elite players to help build MLS? 33:03 — Has the application of VAR in the EPL has been rougher than in other leagues? And if so, why? 38:25 — What’s is the most festive starting eleven you can make in the Christmas tree formation? 42:10 — Today's show is sponsored by T

We review Man Utd's 2-1 win over Spurs, highlighting the things that impressed us about Solskjaer's team. In part two, we take a quick look at Liverpool's 5-2 win over Everton and then have a ponder about the problems at Goodison Park. Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped. Go to http://manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% off plus free shipping Today's show is sponsored by Enclosed. Go to http://enclosed.gifts and code TOTALSOCCER for $35 off any multi month order Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor is joined by The Athletic's Sam Stejskal to discuss the recent article Sam wrote with Paul Tenorio that outlined their ideal alternative to the current MLS roster rules.  Here's a link to their MLS opus: https://theathletic.com/1424561/2019/12/02/how-wed-rewrite-mlss-maddeningly-complex-roster-rules/ We get into the background for their plan, the basics of their new roster rules, and the areas that Sam finds most confusing/offputting.  Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by... HELLOFRESH! Go to http://hellofresh.com/TSS9 and enter code TSS9 for nine free meals HIMS! Get a free trial by going to http://forhims.com/totalsoccerED Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With Daryl still galavanting around England, Taylor talks to Manuel Veth (Forbes, ProSoccerUSA) about a wild Bundesliga season so far. Have Bayern righted the ship, will Klinsmann work out at Hertha, how big of an impact will Tyler Adams have when he returns to Leipzig, and much much more. We also spend some time discussing Weston McKennie and Schalke, Gio Reyna and Dortmund, and the state of the German national team as it prepares for this summer's Euros. Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by... Manscaped - Use code TSS to get 20% off plus free shipping at http://Manscaped.com Ruffneck Scarves - Go to http://RuffneckScarves.com and use code TOTALSOCCERSHOW for a 20% discount Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor break down all the action from this past weekend, including... Newcastle v Manchester City Liverpool v Brighton Today's show is brought to you by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase Tottenham v Bournemouth Arsenal v Norwich (and United v Villa) Today's show is brought to you by Hims! Get a free trial by going to http://forhims.com/totalsoccerED Bayern Munich v Bayer Leverkusen Atletico Madrid v Barcelona The Euro 2020 draw is complete: who is happiest and who is going to be nervous? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We take turns listing the things we're thankful for this year. Most are soccer related. Some are personal. Some are things like Mourinho being back at Tottenham or Sergino Dest declaring for the USMNT. It's always good to give thanks. Speaking of... Thank you to today's sponsors! Dollar Shave Club — Go to http://dollarshaveclub.com/tss for a $5 Ultimate Start Set Away Days — Use code TSS at http://awaydaysfootball.com for 15% off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first installment of our Thanksgiving themed episodes, we take turns discussing a few holiday-themed questions: 1) Who are we inviting to our soccer-specific Thanksgiving? 2) What teams/players/coaches are the best representations of traditional Thanksgiving foods? 3) What are the soccer-related topics that should be off limits for any Thanksgiving celebration? Sponsors! Today's episode is sponsored by... Away, makers of thoughtful luggage for modern travel! You can check out all their offerings at http://awaytravel.com/tss and use the promo code "TSS" to get $20 off your order. Dollar Shave Club — Go to http://dollarshaveclub.com/tss for a $5 Ultimate Start Set Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ryan and Taylor take a look back at all the action from the weekend, including: 1) West Ham v Tottenham 2) Crystal Palace v Liverpool 3) Sheffield United v Man United Today's show is brought to you by SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 4) Man City v Chelsea 5) Copa Libertadores Final Today's show is brought to you by Audible! Get a free 30-day trial of Audible at http://audible.com/tss or by texting TSS to 500-500 6) Dortmund 3 - Paderborn 3 7) Milan 1 - Napoli 1 8) Real Madrid 3 - Sociedad 1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former USMNT defender Steve Cherundolo joins the show to discuss his start in Germany, Americans playing in the Bundesliga, his future aspirations, and the current state of the USMNT. There's also a bonus segment at the end of the show (about 10 minuets) recorded in the lobby of our hotel in Frankfurt. It was after a very late night, so credit to Steve for sounding chipper throughout. SPONSORS! Today's episode 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.com/TSS to 50% off your membership Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We answer 10 listener questions. Here are the timestamps: 3:10 — If you could have any 3 Mexican or Canadian players make the switch to the US Men's National Team, who would it be and why? 8:55 — If Man City and Liverpool were forced to play an entire PL season down a man (10 men), where would they finish in the table? 13:20 — What would it take for MLS to break into USA's "Top 4" sports and make it a "Top 5?" 20:18 — Away is a sponsor! Great luggage! Visit http://awaytravel.com/TSS and use code TSS for a $20 discount 23:15 — MLS & Liga MX merger. Pros, cons? Would it be a logistical nightmare? 29:37 — If a European-based USMNT XI played an MLS-based USMNT XI, what would the score be? 36:50 — Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped! Go to http://manscaped.com and use code TSS for 20% off plus free shipping  39:15 — How does the UK work permit process work when it comes to international caps? 43:05 — Out of Liverpool's current starting eleven, which type of player is US Soccer most and least likely to devel

Daryl is joined by The USL Show's own Phill Grooms to review the 2019 USL Championship season, including the three standout players, a couple of coaches who impressed, that 20-game winning stream from Phoenix Rising, and how the Real Monarchs got the balance right. Today's show 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.

With the international break now complete and the USMNT officially discussed to the absolute extent possible, we take a look back at all the news we've missed in the last couple weeks, including: 1) Pochettino out/Jose Mourinho in at Tottenham 2) Euro qualification is nearly complete: who is in, who is out, and who still has to deal with playoffs. Plus, why aren't France seeded, how Finland earned their spot, and which things Gareth Bale loves most. 3) Maradona quits yet another job 4) Luis Enrique is back at Spain, but things aren't quite as festive as some were expecting. 5) Zlatan officially bids goodbye to MLS via a definitively Zlatan message. And many, many more stories! SPONSORS! Today's episode 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.com/TSS to 50% off your membership Hims! A one-stop-shop for hair loss, skincare, and sexual wellness for men. To try Hims by starting with a FREE online visit, go to ForHims.c

We offer quickfire answers to 21 USMNT-themed listener questions, offering a quick look back at the USA's 4-0 win over Cuba followed by a look ahead to 2020 Today's show is sponsored by Enclosed, Policy Genius, and Manscaped Visit http://enclosed.gifts and use code "TOTALSOCCER" for $35 off Go to http://policygenius.com to get a life insurance quote in minutes Click yourself to http://manscaped.com and tell them the password is TSS. You'll get 20% off the Lawnmower 2.0 plus free shipping  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's show, we take a look at the USMNT's Tuesday night game against Cuba. Who should start up top? What will the defensive shape look like? Should the US win this one? The answer to that last one is definitely yes, but the others require a bit more conversation. After that, we answer 10 USMNT-centric listener questions, including: 1) What should Berhalter's game plan look like moving forward? 2) What's the percentage chance the US qualifies for Qatar? 3) Which players in the pool would most benefit from a move abroad? And many many more! Plus, SCOUTING! Sponsors! Today's show is brought to you by... SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase Hims! A one-stop-shop for hair loss, skincare, and sexual wellness for men. To try Hims by starting with a FREE online visit, go to ForHims.com/TOTALSOCCER Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No spoilers! We go deep on the USA's Concacaf Nations League match-up with Canada. What did the US do differently tactically, who performed best/worst, and much more! Sponsors! Today's show is sponsored by... ExpressVPN! Visit http://expressvpn.com/soccer to get three months free with a one year subscription Ruffneck Scarves! Go to http://RuffneckScarves.com and use code TOTALSOCCERSHOW for a 20% discount     Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gregg Berhalter's job is not on the line, tut the reputation of the USMNT is. We go deep and detailed on the must win CONCACAF Nations League game. Timestamps: 0:15 — Hello and Daryl health update 3:40 — Earnie Stewart's public backing of Gregg Berhalter 17:15 — Get $10 off your first three months of fuboTV at http://fubotv.com/tss 22:40 — What to expect from Canada 30:40 — The USA's 23-man roster 37:55 — Get a free 30-day trial of Audible at http://audible.com/tss or by texting TSS to 500-500 41:10 — Possible USMNT starting XIs 57:45 — Most frustrating possible starting XI Listener questions: 1:02:40 — Could Berhlater play wingbacks? 1:05:20 — What does Yedlin actually offer? 1:08:29 — Is there a team out there using the same system as the USMNT? 1:11:15 — If everyone were fit and happy and available, what would our ideal starting XI look like? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daryl talks to Brian Sciaretta about the 23-man USMNT roster to face Canada (which may or may not feature Christian Pulisic and definitely does not feature Michael Bradley), the u23 camp that's preparing for Olympic qualification, and the wider state of the US youth national team programs. Looking for Brian on Twitter? Here he is: https://twitter.com/BrianSciaretta Today's show is sponsored by Enclosed. Go to http://enclosed.gifts and use code TOTALSOCCER for $35 off any multi-month gift Also, please give our spinoff show, Soccer 101, a try. Search for Soccer 101 in your podcast app and click subscribe   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Daryl filling in for Taylor and talking to Ryan Bailey on the weekend review! Timestamps: 0-1:45 — Dentistry 1:45 — Liverpool v Man City 26:45 — SeatGeek! Use code TSS for $10 off your first ticket purchase 29:43 — Leicester City v Arsenal 39:45 — Chelsea v Crystal Palace 49:55 — ExpressVPN! Visit http://expressvpn.com/soccer to get three months free with a one year subscription 55:40 — Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

NO SPOILERS! Taylor and Joe Lowery are in the TUDN broadcast booth (after it was abandoned) at CenturyLink Field to break down all that happened in the 2019 MLS Cup Final. SPONSORS! Today's show is brought to you by... Talisman! Visit https://talismancaps.com/pages/talismangiveaway and enter to win a $100 Talisman gifts card Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.