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

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

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

It's transfer season for some of your favorite USMNTers! Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to dissect the moves that have already been made (Gio, the MiddlesBros, and more!) and to assess which other key U.S. players could move this summer (Balogun, Mus... more

Joe and Jeff are here to dive into the latest transfer action from around MLS! We discuss anything and everything from the LA Galaxy's latest moves to Alexis Sanchez popping up in Montreal to St. Louis' turnover to, well, just about everything else. more

Joe and Ryan are here to deliver a transfer-themed edition of The Bulletin, which discusses Yan Diomande'a move to Real Madrid, Rodri's propsectove switch to Barcelona, Bruno Guimarães' new London home, and much more!

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The gang’s all here to answer your questions! We discuss what Mauricio Pochettino has to do to ensure things don’t get stale with the USMNT, the difference between tactics in Europe and South America, the best Premier League journeyman, a theoretical... more

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Recent Guests

Aurora R.
Listener who submitted a question via Discord
Episode: Who’s the best Premier League journeyman ever? | Listener Questions
Andrew MacPherson
Listener who submitted a question
Episode: Who’s the best Premier League journeyman ever? | Listener Questions
Richard Gaines
Listener who submitted a question
Episode: Who’s the best Premier League journeyman ever? | Listener Questions
Graham Rosemann
Guest appearing on the episode
Episode: What are Poch's priorities ahead of the 2030 World Cup? | USMNT Weekly
Joe Lowry
Guest appearing on the episode
Episode: What are Poch's priorities ahead of the 2030 World Cup? | USMNT Weekly
Jeff Rueter
Soccer journalist guest; former Guardian/Guardian US World Cup contributor
The Guardian (journalist)
Episode: What to expect from new Commissioner Larry Berg, plus transfer window news | MLS Update
Graham Ruslin
Belgium shirt-wearing guest contributor
Episode: Steady Spain push past heartbroken Belgium! | World Cup Daily
Graham Rutherford
Guest analyst on World Cup Daily
Total Soccer Show
Episode: France bring their own knives to a knife fight | World Cup Daily
Graham Rutherland
Panelist, group preview
Total Soccer Show
Episode: World Cup Group E Preview: Germany, Curaçao, Ivory Coast, Ecuador

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.8k ratings
  • Extremely biased and Eurocentric

    World Cup coverage was extremely biased towards European and US teams. Spent only 10% of time on Latin American, African, Asian teams. Openly disparaging to teams like Argentina. Missed huge chance to broaden audience (for both this podcast and the sport in general) during World Cup and should be more attuned to audience.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    antipodes88
    United States24 days ago
  • Tired

    Soccer talk is solid but can’t help mentioning woke leftist politics. One host even blamed US Men’s loss (and Knick’s 😝) on President Trump. I mean how I can take the rest serious?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Patfrost1
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States2 months 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 States2 months 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 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
#110
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#42
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#136
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#165
Italy/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#190
France/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Who’s the best Premier League journeyman ever? | Listener Questions
Q: If managers had to play 70 minutes, what tactical changes would occur and who would be the best player-manager?
Expect looser structure, reduced pressing, longer spells of possession, more emphasis on set pieces, and a need for mentally sharp, communicative players who can execute while fatigued; a few lines suggest Xabi Alonso or a top midfielder could be candidates, but there is skepticism about the practicality.
Who’s the best Premier League journeyman ever? | Listener Questions
Q: What does Mauricio Pochettino have to do to make sure his message doesn't get stale in the second cycle?
The hosts suggest introducing more ruthlessness and competitiveness through new young players, changing the dynamic with veterans, and using larger competition windows (Nations League, Gold Cup, etc.) to refresh the approach.
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.

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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. Aurora R.
2. Andrew MacPherson
3. Richard Gaines
4. Graham Rosemann
5. Joe Lowry
6. Jeff Rueter
7. Graham Ruslin
8. Graham Rutherford

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