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

TSS, The Athletic
Premier League
Major League Soccer
Arsenal
USMNT
MLS
World Cup
Manchester City
Liverpool
Champions League
Real Madrid
Inter Miami
Manchester United
Chelsea
Christian Pulisic
US Men's National Team
Mauricio Pochettino
Tottenham Hotspur
Lionel Messi
United States Men's National Team
Serie A

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

A new World Cup cycle is here. Which young U.S. players could become fixtures for the national team ahead of the 2030 World Cup? Taylor and Joe are here to run through the most promising prospects.

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Joe and Taylor break down all the summer window moves that have happened in MLS since the World Cup began. What impact can Lewandowski have in Chicago, will it be full Chaos Ball in Orlando, what next for the Galaxy after selling Gabriel Pec, and muc... more

With Spain freshly crowned as champions and the World Cup in the rearview, we're here to dish out awards for this summer's tournament! We discuss anything and everything, from rising stars to the best game.

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It's official, Spain has two stars on its jersey! La Roja are World Champions once again after dethroning Argentina in New Jersey. It wasn't the incredible spectacle we may have hoped for, but it delivered us a worthy champion!

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Key Facts

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Recent Guests

Graham Ruslin
Belgium shirt-wearing guest contributor
Episode: Steady Spain push past heartbroken Belgium! | World Cup Daily
Joe Lowery
SoFi Stadium reporter/field voice note contributor
SoFi Stadium
Episode: USA v Turkiye: reaction and review | World Cup Daily
Graham Ruffin
Panelist, group preview
TSN/Total Soccer Show contributor
Episode: World Cup Group E Preview: Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador
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

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.8k ratings
  • Still the best

    I’ve been listening to TSS for years and it remains as insightful and enjoyable as ever. Love the focus on tactics and how the hosts resist sliding into cynicism.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UWBadger0034
    United Statesa month ago
  • TILLMAN!

    Although a little stuck with allegiances to and grievances toward certain players (esp. JL), this is a relatively balanced (esp. GR) perspective on US Soccer and international football in general. Kudos for their exuberance, energy, and sense of humor.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    SpunkyGee
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States2 months 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 States3 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 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
#7
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#94
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#30
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#164
Germany/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#189
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#34
Colombia/Sports/Soccer

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.

Audience Metrics

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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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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Graham Ruslin
2. Joe Lowery
3. Graham Ruffin
4. Graham Rutherland
5. Graham Rutherford
6. Graham Ruffins
7. Taylor Rockwell
8. Graham Rothern

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