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TSS, The Athletic
Premier League
USMNT
MLS
Liverpool
Major League Soccer
Arsenal
Champions League
World Cup
Manchester City
Real Madrid
US Men's National Team
Christian Pulisic
Manchester United
Mauricio Pochettino
Inter Miami
Bayern Munich
Chelsea
Serie A
MLS Playoffs
Barcelona

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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Latest Episodes

Total Soccer Show is in Los Angeles, where the USMNT kicked of its World Cup campaign in style, with an inspired first-half performance against Paraguay! We also discuss Canada getting its first-ever point at a World Cup!

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The whole gang is in LA! Fresh off TSS World Cup Live, we chat about yesterday’s World Cup matches. What went right for Mexico against South Africa? How did South Korea take down Czechia? And what are we expecting from the USMNT against Paraguay late... more

Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe conclude with 2026 World Cup previews with Group L! We discuss the big story for each team heading into the tournament, the managers, tactical approaches, key players, predictions, and more!

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Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe continue with 2026 World Cup previews and it's on to our penultimate foursome, Group K! We discuss the big story for each team heading into the tournament, the managers, tactical approaches, key players, predictions, and... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Rutherland
Panelist, group preview
Total Soccer Show
Episode: World Cup Group E Preview: Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador
Graham Rutherford
Paraguay/Turkey correspondent, contributes team dossiers and anecdotes
Total Soccer Show
Episode: World Cup Group D Preview: USMNT, Paraguay, Australia & Turkey
Graham Ruffins
Scotland analyst/guest
Episode: World Cup Group C Preview: Brazil, Morocco, Scotland & Haiti
Taylor Rockwell
Morocco analyst/guest
Episode: World Cup Group C Preview: Brazil, Morocco, Scotland & Haiti
Graham Rothern
Co-host; provided Canada and general Group B context
The Athletic/Total Soccer Show
Episode: World Cup Group B Preview: Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland
Graham Rudson
Guest on Leicester/Spurs discussion
Soccer analyst
Episode: What's gone wrong for Leicester City, how is training different for teams in different tiers, and more! | Listener Questions
Mang the Ram
Hot take contributor from Discord
Episode: Christian Pulisic’s USMNT retirement & Real Madrid’s trophy-less stretch! | Take It or Leave It
Brendan Hunt
Co-creator and star of Ted Lasso, plays Coach Beard
Ted Lasso / NBC?
Episode: Injury updates for Cardoso, Pulisic, and more; plus, Coach Beard! | USMNT Weekly
Hamas Rodriguez
Professional soccer player discussed in episode
Minnesota United
Episode: Is James Rodriguez done in MLS? Plus, FC Dallas shine & Michael Bradley’s tactical tweak | MLS Update

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Really like these guys

    A very enjoyable listen, though Joe, who seems like a really nice guy, can be a tough listen. Otherwise, great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickFB13
    United Statesa month ago
  • Amazing!!!

    I love how they just make one just about every day! They have a good mix of inside jokes and actual soccer, so it makes it fun! They accurately talk about stuff from Europe and the US. If I could, I would rate it 10/5

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SoCCeRCaTZ62
    United States2 months ago
  • Do better

    Guys, spending this long talking about CBS coverage?! Truly? Comes across as petty and pathetic. Stick to depth in soccer, and figure out your vocabulary, beginning with looking up the meaning of 'tactile'.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Soccertalks
    United States2 months ago
  • Listener question: Ange to Portland

    I know you might only get listener questions from your discord, but I still wanted to ask a question. As a Portland Timbers fan who thinks Phill Neville should get the sack, Do you the no other team I loves from manger Ange Postecoglu ( Im at Tottenham fan) would be a good fit for Portland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tottenham Fan!!!!!!!!!!!!
    United States2 months ago
  • No notes

    I’ve listened to every daily episode for the last three years, more or less. I just love, love, love this show. Even when it goes off the rails, especially when it goes off the rails. No notes!

    P.S. keeping shouting out women’s soccer, Joe!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Call me Kula
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critics note a heavy focus on MLS/USMNT and some topics feel repetitive for non-US audiences.
Fans appreciate the deep MLS/USMNT coverage and accessible explanations.
Listeners praise the chemistry and balance of nerdy tactical talk with banter.
Guests and hosts are seen as knowledgeable with strong engagement in fan Q&A and live shows.
Overall, listeners call it entertaining and informative with a loyal, long-term following.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#5
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#21
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#15
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#88
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#130
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#232
United Kingdom/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Christian Pulisic’s USMNT retirement & Real Madrid’s trophy-less stretch! | Take It or Leave It
Q: Is Real Madrid likely to turn around their trophy drought while the current setup persists?
While some hosts remain skeptical, one or two changes in the squad and better internal management could help Real Madrid win domestic or European trophies in the next two seasons, though significant leadership and cohesion are required.
What's gone wrong for Leicester City, how is training different for teams in different tiers, and more! | Listener Questions
Q: Does coaching by Carrick, Amorim, and Deserbi disprove the theory that coaching doesn't matter?
Coaches matter, especially for culture and structure, but the quality of players and overall squad dynamics are the dominant factors in results; coaching adds marginal gains and shapes how a team plays.
Previewing Arsenal's next big test & we speak with a FIFA referee! | The Week Ender
Q: What drives someone to become a soccer official, and when did you feel drawn to officiating?
Arfa says it happened by accident, driven by a North American shortage of referees, and grew into a passion as he progressed from local games to higher levels.
Is the USMNT better without Pulisic? | Listener Questions
Q: Which team would be best served by replacing their manager with one of their current players to serve as player manager?
The hosts discuss potential candidates across leagues, with a preference for leadership and long-term impact, but frame the question as a thought experiment rather than a firm recommendation, emphasizing the risk and context needed for such a move.
Best leagues of their day, Mohamed Salah's next destination, and more! | Listener Questions
Q: Where should Mo Salah play next year?
The hosts discuss a cautious set of options, with Napoli highlighted as a top strategic fit due to alignment with De Bruyne and the potential for high-level competition, while also acknowledging MLS and NYCFC as appealing personal and market options; ultimately, they acknowledge uncertainty and emphasize factors beyond money, such as role, stability, and the project fit.

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This long-running show blends in-depth soccer analysis with lighthearted banter, covering USMNT, Premier League, Champions League, MLS, and international leagues. Recent episodes showcase a mix of tactical breakdowns, roster and transfer chatter, coaching moves, and listener-driven questions, along with periodic guest insights from players, referees, and media personalities. Across episodes, themes include the balance between analytics and accessible commentary, the evolving roles of owners and managers in modern soccer, and the drama of transfers and big-match previews. The format often features multi-host discussions, quizzes, and audience interaction, making it both informative for soccer nerds and entertaining for casual fans. Noteworth... more

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