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| Where In The World Is Mauricio Pochettino? | 06 Sep 2024 | 01:09:13 | |
What that says. Where in the world is Mauricio Pochettino? Will we see him in KC grabbing some burnt ends? The boys also talk about Gio pulling out of the USMNT camp and whether we're excited for the games against Canada and New Zealand. Then Jesse Marsch has something to say about the USMNT players and their feelings about being "challenged". Plus, some talk about Alex Morgan's place in USWNT history after her retirement annoucement. Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episode. https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can. https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! | |||
| Mauricio Pochettino To Be New USMNT Head Coach | 16 Aug 2024 | 01:06:56 | |
Mo Po is set to bring sexy back to the USMNT. On this episode, Jason and Jared talk about the massive news that Mauricio Pochettino is *this close* to becoming the new head coach of the USMNT. Strap in. Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episode. https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can. https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Check out Jason's new interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". Already posted are clips with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lalas, and Taylor Rockwell. https://www.youtube.com/@OneShotOnFrame Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! | |||
| Jason Shares His Jersey Collection | 10 May 2024 | 00:56:30 | |
No Jared this week (like he has a life or something?) so Jason decided to do something a little different. Instead of breaking down the soccer news without the Rodius, Jason went through his deep-ish soccer jersey collection and shared stories about how he ended up with jersesys for "clubs" like Master Shake FC and the LA Riot. This episode is obviously very visual, so if the podcast isn't cutting it for you, GO WATCH IT ON YOUTUBE! It don't cost nothin' and it helps the show. Here's the link to this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7oLYEHjJSQ While you're there, be sure to like and subscribe. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack, The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episode. There's also something new and it doesn't cost much to join up. And we just introduced LIVE access to the Bonus Show as a bonus perk. Check out Jason's interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". You can find interviews with with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lalas, Taylor Rockwell, and Sebastian Salazar. Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! | |||
| LIVE POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Disappoint in Canada, Gregg Berhalter's Questionable Post-match Comments & Looking Ahead to Honduras | 31 Jan 2022 | 01:14:53 | |
Jason and Jared open up the phone lines after a disappointing result in Canada. The USMNT fall 0-2 while controlling much of the possession but fail to make a real impression on the game. Christian Pulisic was underwhelming again, the team selection opened the door for many questions and the strategy was questionable at best. Gregg Berhalter's post-match comment's set US Soccer twitter ablaze and we discuss it all with the Besties. thank you to everyone for calling in! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| LIVE POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Edges past El Salvador in Columbus | 28 Jan 2022 | 00:54:59 | |
Jared Nicky Soup & Sausage open the phone lines for all your calls after a job done in El Salvador in Columbus, OH. Antonee Jedi Robinson may not be the striker we expected but he is the striker we needed tonight! The boys didn't rack up a ton of goals but they controlled the game for the most part and hold on to second in Concacaf WCQ. Thanks to everyone who called in! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| Breaking Down Berhalter's USMNT Roster, Where is John Brooks & Brenden Aaronson is a Wanted Man | 24 Jan 2022 | 01:18:38 | |
On this week's show, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois break down the roster released on Friday for the USMNT and their upcoming qualifiers against El Salvador, Canada and Honduras. The roster is full of mostly familiar names but there were some surprising inclusions - Gabriel Slonina & Luca de la Torre anyone? - and some even more shocking exclusions. The guys take some guesses about why John Brooks has seemingly been frozen out of the squad. Finally, Leeds are in hot pursuit of Brenden Aaronson this window - will RB Leipzig sell? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| Predicting Berhalter's USMNT Roster for El Salvador, Canada & Honduras | 17 Jan 2022 | 01:14:46 | |
On this week's The Best Soccer Show, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois make their roster predictions for the USMNT and their upcoming World Cup Qualifiers against El Salvador, Canada & Honduras. With MLS on break and some recent moves for USMNT regulars, it's anyone's guess who and how many players get called in. Aaron Long has looked sharp in the January camp, could he push for a CB spot already? Will Luca de la Torre get the call up to replace Yunus Musah this window? Is Gio Reyna finally set to make his return? Finally, is Jordan Pefok finally going to get the call in or will Dike make the trip back to the US after just moving to West Brom? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| USMNT World Cup Betting Odds, Potential January Camp Winners and Pepi Celebrated 19th Birthday with Augsburg Debut | 10 Jan 2022 | 01:15:55 | |
On the first Best Soccer Show of 2022, sports betting is top of mind. Jason Davis and Jared DuBois take a look at the odds of the USMNT qualifying & winning the World Cup and debate just how much they would wager on it. Next up, the guys discuss who has the most to gain in this current January camp: Could Aaron Long earn a place back in the squad? Can anyone emerge at striker? Can Gabriel Slonina push for the third GK spot? Finally, Ricardo Pepi turned 19 this week and celebrated with his first appearance for Augsburg in the Bundesliga. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| Ricardo Pepi Breaks Records in Move to Augsburg, Daryl Dike Finally Back in the Championship with West Brom & IT’S A WORLD CUP YEAR | 03 Jan 2022 | 01:01:27 | |
On a special episode of TBSS, Jason Davis welcomes our social media manager Morgan Tencza while Jared is on vacation and Nicky Soup & Sausage is out sick. The show must go one because there is some BIG news in the USMNT world. After months of anticipation, Ricardo Pepi finally made his move to the Bundesliga with Augsburg swooping in before Wolfsburg could seal the deal - is moving to a club battling relegation really the right move for the young USMNT star? Plus, Daryl Dike makes his long awaited return to the Championship with West Bromwich - will he help the club get promoted to the Premier League? Finally, it’s 2022 and you know what that means: WORLD CUP YEAR!! We discuss if the TBSS family is mentally prepared for it and what the USMNT needs to do to set themselves to bring the trophy home. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| USMNT End 2021 With a Win, Look Ahead to 2022 World Cup Year | 20 Dec 2021 | 01:12:02 | |
On the final The Best Soccer Show of 2021, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois take a look back at a very busy year for the USMNT that was capped off with an uneventful win against Bosnia and Herzegovina. First, it was a weird lineup Friday night and an early red card for the opponent made it tough to take too much away from this match for the USMNT. After winning the Concacaf Nations League and the Gold Cup, would you consider 2021 a success for the USMNT? Finally, should Pulisic move to Barcelona and which American is most likely to play for Wrexham AFC (Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney’s non-league club). Thanks to all the Besties for an incredible 2021! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... | |||
| Jesse Marsch OUT at RB Leipzig, USMNT December Roster and Portland v NYCFC in MLS Cup | 06 Dec 2021 | 01:14:37 | |
Jason and Jared debate whether Jesse Marsch was set up for success at RB Leipzig and where he may go next. Will he rejoin Ralf Rangnick in Manchester? Plus, Gregg Berhalter released the USMNT December roster and it features a lot of the younger talent. The guys pick their most fun, interesting lineups and look at some of the snubs. Finally, The Timbers and NYCFC are set to battle for MLS Cup in Portland next week after each won their respective Conference Finals this weekend. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| Weston’s Weird Week, Pulisic Looks Sharp at Chelsea and USMNT World Cup Kits are Uninspired | 29 Nov 2021 | 01:08:01 | |
Jason and Jared discuss the latest in USMNT news from the week that was. Weston McKennie started off the week making headlines for his pizza conversation with Giogio Chiellini and ended the week leaving Juventus’ match with a knock. Christian Pulisic finally looks healthy at Chelsea and has put together a couple of nice games against Juventus and Manchester United - should Gregg consider playing Christian as a false 9? Finally, the USMNT announced where the next matches will take place and an uninspiring World Cup kit leaked. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| 1 Year Out From 2022 World Cup, MLS Cup Playoff Picks & NWSL Crowns a Champion | 22 Nov 2021 | 01:11:50 | |
We are less than 1 year out from the 2022 World Cup in Qatar! Jason and Jared look ahead to the tournament and try to figure out when games will kick off, react to FiveThirtyEight’s USMNT qualification chances and possible playoff matches to get in. Next, Jason, Jared & Nick go through their MLS Cup Playoff brackets as the action kicked off this weekend. Finally, NWSL has crowned the Washington Spirit champions and the guys quickly preview the USL Championship Final next weekend. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| The Best Bonus Show SAMPLE: Nick's Commenter, Comfort Television, MLS Old Guys | 03 May 2024 | 00:31:26 | |
This is a special teaser of The Best Bonus Show, our weekly Patron-only extra that you can get access to if you sign up for the Patreon at patreon.com/thebestsoccershow. Not only do you get access to the bonus show, but you can join the Besties Slack community, get access to an ad-free version of the main show, and get discounts on Best Soccer Show merch. | |||
| LIVE POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Comes back Down to Earth in Jamaica | 17 Nov 2021 | 01:10:50 | |
Jason and Jared open the phone lines for all your calls after a frustrating match in Jamaica. Tim Weah had a moment of brilliance but Michail Antonio responded quickly and gave the US problems all match. The guys open the phone lines to discuss the consistent lineups, Gianluca Busio’s underwhelming performance, Zack Steffen letting in a worldie, the lack of VAR and deciding what defcon USMNT fans are really at right now. After all, at the time of publishing this episode, the USMNT is still at the top of the octagonal. Thanks to everyone who called in! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com
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| USMNT Sitting Pretty on Top of the Octagonal, Is Tata Martino Now on the Hot Seat and Previewing the Jamaica Match | 15 Nov 2021 | 01:13:07 | |
On this week's show, now that the dust has settled from another thrilling encounter between the USMNT and Mexico, Jason Davis and Jared DuBois look back on the match. The guys break down the USMNT being a second half team, some necessary rotation because of yellow card accumulations, where Gio Reyna will fit into this team when he eventually returns and VAR possibly being added to Concacaf WCQ in January. Finally, the guys look ahead to Tuesday's qualifier against Jamaica. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| LIVE POST MATCH SHOW: DOS A CERO | 13 Nov 2021 | 01:16:31 | |
HERE WE GO! USMNT Top of the group! Undefeated against Mexico in 2021! Nicky Soup and Sausage & Jared DuBois are LIVE taking your calls after an instant classic in Cincinnati. Jason is on the radio for a majority of the show (Did you know he has a radio show?) but joins the boys towards the end of this one. But this show is always about the callers! The guys talk about Pulisic's return and incredible celebration, Tim Weah playing out of his mind, Walker Zimmerman shutting down the Mexican forwards, the eye gouge and a peak Weston McKennie performance. The Cincinnati crowd was HOT tonight and the callers continued bringing the heat! Thank you to everyone who called in. We'll be live again Tuesday after the Jamaica match. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/bestiessoccer Instagram: https://instagram.com/thebestsoccershow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebestsocce... Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thebestsoccershow Subscribe and Review the Podcast! Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Or email your review to: bestsoccershowreviews@gmail.com | |||
| USMNT v Mexico Preview: Brooks & Berhalter Feud, Will Pulisic Return & The MLS Quota | 08 Nov 2021 | 01:17:25 | |
Jason Davis and Jared DuBois are back on a Sunday night! The guys discuss Gregg Berhalter's call ups and preview the UMSNT match against Mexico. We're just under a week away from the biggest match in Concacaf & Berhalter has left John Brooks out of this squad- the guys try to understand why that’s happening and address the rumors of an ongoing feud between the veteran and head coach. Plus Tuchel’s warning to Berhalter about Pulisic’s impending return. Finally, the guys debate if there really is an MLS quota in the USMNT. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| Sergino Dest may be USMNT’s Best Winger, Where will Pepi Transfer to & MLS Salaries | 25 Oct 2021 | 01:13:59 | |
The guys are back on a Sunday night to react to all things American soccer from the past week. Sergino Dest looked saucy in El Clasico, should he be our starting RW against Mexico next World Cup Qualifying match? Plus, the Ricardo Pepi transfer rumors are heating up with RB Salzburg, Ajax & Wolfsburg all in the mix - which would be the best situation for the young American? Finally, the MLS salaries were released this week and you’ll never guess who the highest paid Americans in the league are. | |||
| The Best USMNT XI for Mexico & The Argument for Benching Pulisic | 18 Oct 2021 | 01:12:18 | |
Jason and Jared recap the most recent WCQ window and look forward to November. With the USMNT boys picking up 6 of 9 points in this last window - what needs to change moving forward? Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna are scheduled to be ready for the November window- so who does Berhalter drop to bring them back in? | |||
| LIVE POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Come Up Short in Panama | 11 Oct 2021 | 01:08:34 | |
Jason and Jared open the phone lines for your calls after the USMNT lay an egg in Panama. It’s never easy to win away in Concacaf, but did Gregg Berhalter send his best team out there? The guys take your calls to discuss a questionable lineup, GGG back on the hot seat, Panama embracing full Concacaf and so much more. Thank you to everyone who called in. We will be back LIVE on YouTube and Twitter after the Costa Rica match on Wednesday October 13. | |||
| LIVE POST MATCH SHOW: The Ricardo Pepi Train Runs through Jamaica | 08 Oct 2021 | 01:10:14 | |
Jason & Jared open the phone lines for some happy callers after the USMNT defeat Jamaica 2-0 on a Ricardo Pepi brace. The Besties' vibes are great in this one. The guys and callers discuss everything from a somewhat shaky first half, Paul Arriola's surprise inclusion, Brenden Aaronson lighting up the wing again, Yunus Musah looking like a grown ass man out there, McKennie returning to the lineup, and of course, Ricardo Pepi continuing his meteoric rise. Thank you to all who called in to make this such a great show. We will be live again immediately after the Panama & Costa Rica matches on Youtube & Twitter. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| World Cup Qualifying Preview with American Outlaws Austin & Heath Pearce | 07 Oct 2021 | 01:01:23 | |
HERE WE GO! We are less than 24 hours away from the USMNT resuming their World Cup Qualifying campaign against Jamaica in Austin, TX. To help us get ready for the match, Jason went to the American Outlaws legendary Night Before party to catch up with Matt Croes of AO. The guys discuss what they expect the atmosphere to be like against Jamaica and just how long Austin has been waiting for this moment. Next, Jason welcomes Heath Pearce on to preview the match, some new buzz words floating around the USMNT camp, who they expect to step up and so much more. World Cup Qualifying is BACK! Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| 7 Points or Bust for USMNT & NWSL Reaches a Breaking Point | 04 Oct 2021 | 01:12:21 | |
With World Cup Qualifying set to resume THIS WEEK, the guys are pretty much solely focused on one thing: results. They debate what success will be this window, 9 points would be amazing but anything less than 7 is unacceptable. Even with Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna not fully fit, this squad is home for two winnable matches and deep enough to get this done. The guys debate who will play out on the right win who is the best RB in the camp and their pick to light things up in Pulisic's absence. Plus, Jason is going to be down in Austin and he talks about what we can expect for the next week of programming. Finally, the guys dive into what's been an insane week for NWSL and where the league and players go from here. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| COUNTDOWN TO COPA: 50 Days Til Copa America 2024, MLS Teams As Monopoly Spaces | 02 May 2024 | 01:06:15 | |
The countdown to Copa America 2024 has hit the 50 day mark and Jason and Jared are talking about confidence levels for the USMNT ahead of a massive test on American soccer. What's your DEFCON for Gregg and Co.? Let us know your thoughts in the YouTube comments on this week's episode, or send us a message via social media. The guys also asked ChatGPT this incredible question: If MLS teams were Monopoly spaces, which Monopoly spaces would they be? Please please please sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack, The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episode. And we just introduced LIVE access to the Bonus Show! https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can. https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Check out Jason's new interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". Already posted are clips with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lalas, and Taylor Rockwell. https://www.youtube.com/@OneShotOnFrame Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! | |||
| USMNT October WCQ Roster Reaction Special | 30 Sep 2021 | 00:38:24 | |
October is right around the corner which means one thing: World Cup Qualifying is back!!! Jason and Jared react to the roster announcement on a special midweek show. Is Matt Turner the undisputed #1 keeper? Why not bring in Joe Scally at this point? Gianluca Busio is in! Gregg welcomes Weston McKennie back into the fold! Is this roster chosen to avoid playing England based players in Panama? Get hyped Besties, USMNT soccer is right around the corner!! Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| Will Weston McKennie Rejoin the USMNT in October, Predicting the 26 man Roster & The New Leagues Cup | 27 Sep 2021 | 01:14:05 | |
The USMNT return to World Cup Qualifying in just over a week and the guys run through their picks for the 26 man roster. The most pressing question remains, will Weston McKennie rejoin the team this window? The guys listen to excerpts from Gregg Berhalter's podcast to get some insight. Does the USMNT need to add some more veteran presence to the team to make sure similar mistakes don't happen again? Is it time for Julian Green to return!? Finally, MLS & Liga MX announced the New Leagues Cup format launching in 2023 and let's just say... the guys are divided. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| Is Brenden Aaronson the Most Important USMNT Player Heading into October & Is it Time to Bring Dike Back? | 20 Sep 2021 | 01:18:14 | |
On a night Ted Lasso claims some of the most prestigious awards at the Emmys, the guys are back to talk US Soccer. Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna are still on the mend at their clubs and the guys debate who can step up in their place. Brenden Aaronson has been in great form at RB Salzburg recently and is ready to step into a starting winger role on this team. But is he really the most important player heading into this next international break? Plus, Jonathon Tannenwald calls in to make a case for Daryl Dike to be included in the October Roster. Finally, Jared introduces a new game, we briefly recap the Carli Lloyd show against Panama and 2026 World Cup venues. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| 3 Things We Learned From this World Cup Qualifying Window, Is Pepi the Real Deal and Expectations for Ocotober WCQ | 13 Sep 2021 | 01:18:03 | |
Jason and Jared open the phone lines on a Sunday night after a couple of non-stop weeks. The guys each break down 3 things they learned about this USMNT squad after these first 3 matches. The guys open the phone lines as well for the Besties to weigh in. Who can the US bring in the connect the midfield to the forward line so Pulisic doesn't have to come back to retrieve the ball? The guys throw out some suggestions that will surprise you. Finally, the next window is less than a month away already, who should be called in that wasn't already and debate what a successful window would be against Jamaica, Panama & Costa Rica. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| LIVE POST POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Finally Win 4-1 in Honduras | 09 Sep 2021 | 01:12:26 | |
Jason and Jared open the phone lines early into Friday morning after the USMNT finally get a win this WCQ in Honduras. After a disastrous first half, the guys were preparing for the worst but 3 subs and some critical tactical changes turned things around for the red, white & blue. Our callers were fired up for this one. Is Pepi the real deal? Should Gregg Berhalter still be on the hot seat regardless of the result? What was he thinking with that starting XI? Is Matt Turner locked in as #1? All this and much, much more. Thank you to everyone for calling in! We will be back on Sunday with the regular show and back with post match shows in October. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| LIVE POST POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Draw Canada at Home - Time to Sound The Alarm? | 06 Sep 2021 | 01:20:18 | |
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| LIVE POST POST MATCH SHOW: USMNT Open WCQ With Divisive Draw at El Salvador | 03 Sep 2021 | 01:17:38 | |
Jason and Jared are LIVE immediately following the USMNT's draw away at El Salvador to open up World Cup Qualifying. The phone lines were hot for this one! Hear what the Besties thought about dropping points, Josh Sargent v Jordan Pefok, Brenden Aaronson deployed in central midfield, Konrad's return and much, much more. Given all our talent, should US Soccer fans be happy with the point? How will Gregg Berhalter change things up for the Canada match at home and is that now a must win? Tune in to find out! | |||
| Three Possible Tim Weah Replacements & High Expectations for World Cup Qualifying | 30 Aug 2021 | 01:23:28 | |
Jason and Jared catch up one more time before World Cup Qualifying officially kicks off! With the news of Tim Weah picking up an injury, the guys talk through who they most want to see replace him in the squad and who is most likely. Matthew Hoppe, Christian Roldan, Luca de la Torre and Julian Green are all possibilities. Next, the guys go through their ideal starting XI for the El Salvador match. Should we expect a 5 man back line? Pulisic, Adams and McKennie all starting together for the first time? Finally Jared shares a new game with the guys to close the show. We will be live on Thursday evening on Youtube after the USMNT v El Salvador match! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBestSoccerShow | |||
| USMNT WCQ Roster Reaction: Pepi Fever, Starting GK & the Hype Video | From the Stands | 27 Aug 2021 | 00:45:00 | |
We are less than a week away from kicking off World Cup Qualifying and the guys have a lot on their minds. On this week’s From The Stands, Jason and Jared break down the entire roster and pick their strongest XI. Is this Matt Turner’s time to start? Will Gregg Berhalter go with a 3 CB backline and if so who is he starting? Ricardo Pepi finally gets the call in and the US needs to cap tie him in this window. Plus, is Christian Pulisic going to be able to play? Finally, the guys react to the awesome US Soccer hype video that dropped this week. From The Stands is a weekly show where Jason Davis talks to podcasters, bloggers, journalists and supporters of clubs that are home to some of the United States’ current and legendary players. | |||
| Striker Questions Ahead of WCQ, Pulisic may Miss Qualifying with COVID and Carli Lloyd is a Top 5 USWNT Player All-time | 23 Aug 2021 | 01:08:38 | |
Jason and Jared open the show discussing Jason’s recent bout of COVID and what it meant for his travel plans. The USMNT is set to call in players next week for qualifying - will Pulisic be able to play in our away matches given the timeframe? Plus, who will be the startling striker for this squad? Zardes goes down injured this week and Dike is still recovering from h is nonstop year… will an MLS veteran need to be called in to help? Finally, the guys celebrate Carli Lloyds incredible career and rank her very high on the all time USWNT rankings. | |||
| Dest Goes Down, Weston Does Italy, MLS Does Indy Eleven Dirty | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:59:30 | |
After a short hiatus, the boys are back and better than ever to take on the big stories of the day in American soccer. First, there's the news that Sergino Dest did a knee and will miss Copa America. Who will Gregg Berhalter turn to at right back for the big summer tournament? Then the boys get into Weston McKennie's contract impasse with Juventus and the other...business...that Weston seems to be up to in the north of Italy. Listener discretion advised because that spirals into a discussion about soccer terms as sex positions. Get stuck in, you know what I mean? Finally, some MLS news hits the show, namely that Don Garber and MLS seem to have blown up Indy Eleven's stadium play in Indianapolis by talk to Indy's mayor. Did MLS do some dirty shit? Or is everyone just doing what American soccer has always done? Please please please sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack, The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episode. And we just introduced LIVE access to the Bonus Show! https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can. https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Check out Jason's new interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". Already posted are clips with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lalas, and Taylor Rockwell. https://www.youtube.com/@OneShotOnFrame Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! | |||
| Rating Every USMNT Position Ahead of WCQ, Americans Return Abroad & #CapTieRicardoPepi | 16 Aug 2021 | 01:13:25 | |
Jason and Jared open the show with some college music memories before getting right into Pulisic’s big week at Chelsea. Ziyech went down in the Super Cup but Pulisic didn’t exactly set the world on fire in the match. After scoring this weekend, is this his big chance to claim his spot in Tuchel’s XI? And, what does the arrival of. Lukaku mean for Wonder Boy? Plus, Josh Sargent debuted for Norwich, Gio Reyna picks up where he left off at Dortmund and Dest is still doing his thing at Barcelona. The guys then go through every starting position of the USMNT and rate their confidence in the position heading into World Cup Qualifying. There are definitely some question marks but also some locks we can all celebrate. Finally, the guys debate whether it’s right to cap-tie players when they are as young as Ricardo Pepi. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| USMNT Questions Ahead of WCQ: Sargent in the Premier League, Dike Value Down, Hoppe Hopes to Move and Pulisic at Wingback?! | 13 Aug 2021 | 00:49:13 | |
From The Stands, is officially back! For our return episode, Jason welcomes on Sam Stokes from Yank Report to look at some of the biggest questions for the USMNT ahead of World Cup Qualifying, which begins in a matter of weeks. With Lukaku on the brink of a move to Chelsea, is Christian Pulisic destined to play as a wingback in Tuchel’s system? How will this effect his standing with the USMNT? Josh Sargent finally got his move out of Werder Bremen and lands at Norwich - what does he need to do to claim ownership of the #9 shirt for the Stars & Stripes? Speaking of strikers, Dike has had a rough month after playing non-stop for the past 18 months - will he regain form ahead of WCQ? Finally, will Hoppe move on from Schalke or does he have something to gain in the Bundesliga 2. Subscribe to Yank Report on YouTube! From The Stands is a weekly show where Jason Davis talks to podcasters, bloggers, journalists and supporters of clubs that are home to some of the United States’ current and legendary players. | |||
| Who's Ready for World Cup Qualifying!? Josh Sargent moves to Norwich and USWNT Take Home Olympic Bronze | 09 Aug 2021 | 01:10:49 | |
It’s hard to believe the Gold Cup Final was already a week ago but life comes at you fast. Jason and Jared talk about all the news surrounding the win from the past week and all the American’s who are moving abroad. Josh Sargent just finalized a move to Norwich and a Norwich supporter calls in the to give their take on the transfer. Plus, Gianluca Busio is officially heading to Venezia aka America’s Serie A team and Sam Vines touched down at Antwerp this week as well. Who will be the next American MLS player to move abroad after the Gold Cup? Plus, the USWNT win the Bronze medal in Tokyo - was this tournament Gold or bust? Finally, Jared has a fun game based in FIFA stats to play with the guys. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| USMNT WIN 2021 GOLD CUP AGAINST MEXICO!! | Live Post Match Show | 02 Aug 2021 | 01:08:44 | |
2 Trophies, 1 Summer. The USMNT is officially on the right track now with their second tournament final win over Mexico this summer. We learned a lot about this young group at the Gold Cup and now Gregg Berhalter has some difficult decisions to make before World Cup qualifying begins next month. But tonight, we celebrate another piece of hardware with the Besties! Who was the surprise emergence from this group? Who was the MVP? Is Matt Turner going to push for the #1 GK spot? Have we found a viable backup for Tyler Adams? Has the striker problem been solved? | |||
| USWNT in Trouble at Olympics, USMNT Survives Jamaica and Striker Solutions for Qatar | 28 Jul 2021 | 01:15:25 | |
Jason and Jared are back for a special midweek episode to talk all things American soccer - and there's a lot going on right now! First, The US Women have looked anything but convincing at the Tokyo Olympics. After a surprise loss against Sweden to open the group, they defeated a much weaker New Zealand and settled for a disappointing draw against Australia. Alex Morgan says the tournament doesn't begin until the knockout rounds but is this team in need of a refresh? The guys break down where the USWNT can bring in some youth and when it can happen. Plus, the USMNT are heading to the Semi-finals in the Gold Cup after Hoppe lifted them over Jamaica. Qatar is no walk in the park though. The guys break down who should be starting in this crucial matchup and ask if this tournament has already been a success given all we've learned about some unknown players. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| Overreactions to USMNT Advancing to Quarterfinals, James Sands Has Arrived and Atlanta United's Coaching Carousel Continues to Spin | 20 Jul 2021 | 01:11:05 | |
Jason and Jared catch up after a busy week for the USMNT. The US have advanced to the quarterfinals in the CONCACAF Gold Cup after another unconvincing win, this time against a rising Canada team. Is Gregg Berhalter doing enough to put this team in a position to win? Does this tournament even matter to US Soccer? Injuries are unfortunately front and center for the squad and the guys debate their replacements on the current squad and who could be called up. Plus, who’s stock has risen or fallen from the Gold Cup - James Sands has emerged as a reliable player in the back for Berhalter and the US in the group stage. Finally, Atlanta United have sacked Gabriel Heinze after reports of him withholding water from the team, players picking up eating disorders and Josef Martinez refusing to train with the manager. Is Carlos Bocanegra (who Jared played against in HS) on the hot seat now? Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| USMNT Open Gold Cup with a Disappointing Win | LIVE Post-Match Show | 12 Jul 2021 | 01:16:13 | |
Jason and Jared open the phone lines after the USMNT defeat Haiti 1-0. It was a strange lineup from the start and fans are showing their displeasure with Gregg Berhalter immediately. The guys get into theories on why this was the starting 11, who was the best player on the field for the USMNT, Matt Turner v Zack Steffen, who is the favorite in the group and much more. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| Columbus Crew Opens The Best New Soccer Stadium in the Country, Preparing for the Gold Cup & USMNT Stars Enjoying the Offseason | 06 Jul 2021 | 01:12:38 | |
Jason and Jared are back on a Monday for the holiday weekend. Jason opens the show with an epic story about his journey to thew Columbus Crew’s new stadium. Once he finally arrived. Lower.com Field did not disappoint! Jason shares all his impressions of the match, the new facilities, all the former players who were in attendance and much more. Next, the guys break down the roster for the upcoming Gold Cup and who they are more excited to see up top for the US: Mattthew Hoppe or Daryl Dike? Finally, the guys look at how Christian Pulisic, Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie are enjoying their offseason. Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| America’s Best Athletes already Play Soccer, Next New MLS Stadium & Gianluca Busio Destined for Serie A | 28 Jun 2021 | 01:16:19 | |
Jason and Jared discuss the idea that America’s best athletes are already playing soccer after Weston McKennie said he could have been in the NFL this week. Did we ever have a proper Point Guard on the USMNT? The Columbus Crew are opening their new stadium next week and has the guys thinking about who needs the next, upgraded soccer specific stadium. Next, J&J search far and wide for Tyler Adams backup - could that be the young American destined for Serie A? Support The Best Soccer Show on Patreon: https://bit.ly/360mTM6 | |||
| Behind The Scenes Look at the Future of In Stadium Support for American Fans | From The Stands | 25 Jun 2021 | 00:46:28 | |
From The Stands is BACK! Jason Davis welcomes Donald Wine - American Outlaws Board, Stars and Stripes FC, Black & Red United - to the show to discuss what the future of in stadium support looks like for Americans. With World Cup qualifying right around the corner and the pandemic starting to recede, Jason and Donald discuss what traveling internationally could look like, expectations for turnout here and abroad and much more. They also go deep into some of the struggles of building a cohesive support around a national team with the high turnover of in stadium fans from location to location. Finally, they discuss if the “I Believe That We Will Win” chant should be retired and it’s place in American supporter culture. Follow Donald Wine on Twitter! From The Stands is a weekly show where Jason Davis talks to podcasters, bloggers, journalists and supporters of clubs that are home to some of the United States’ current and legendary players. | |||
| Special Episode With A Gameshow And Pick Your Poisons From The Besties | 05 Apr 2024 | 01:08:40 | |
The boys are back and they are messing around. It's time for a special episode of the show featuring one of Jared "Wink Rodius" DuBois's trivia games and a Q&A from the viewers. It's a "Pick Your Poison" extravaganza! Thanks to everyone who watches the show live and contributes. Join in the live version of the show on YouTube every Thursday night at 9 PM ET. Please please please sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack, The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episode. And we just introduced LIVE access to the Bonus Show! https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can. https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Check out Jason's new interview show on YouTube, "One Shot On Frame". Already posted are clips with Herculez Gomez, Alexi Lalas, and Taylor Rockwell. https://www.youtube.com/@OneShotOnFrame Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance. https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! | |||
| Top 5 Most Essential USMNT Players, Gold Cup Preliminary Roster and New MLS Crests | 22 Jun 2021 | 01:17:06 | |
Jason Davis and Jared DuBois are back after a week off and celebrating Fathers Day OLD Dad FC style. They jump right back into things going through each of their lists of the 5 most essential USMNT players moving forward. Spoiler alert: Christian Pulisic isn’t on either of their lists. Next, the guys react to the massive Gold Cup Preliminary Roster and guess who will be in the 23 man squad. Finally, they debate how wearable the new US Soccer kit is, some new MLS crests, Konrad de la Fuente's imminent move to Marseille and closing of the Historic Crew Stadium. | |||
| USMNT Stun Mexico in an Instant Classic, Concacaf Nations League Champions!! | LIVE Call-in Show | 07 Jun 2021 | 01:09:57 | |
The US Men's National Team came out on top in a thrilling 3-2 contest over Mexico! The game certainly had it's ups and downs and Jason & Jared are here to break it all down WITH you. The guys took calls from Besties to celebrate the victory, Pulisic stepping up when he was needed the most, the wild crowd in Denver, Ethan Horvath becoming an instant American soccer icon and much, much more. There will be plenty of time to look to the future but let's celebrate the first piece of hardware for the US since the 2017 Gold Cup. | |||
| USMNT Gold Cup Roster Predictions | 04 Jun 2021 | 01:06:44 | |
The Nations League may be going on right now - with the USMNT winning against Honduras last night! - but we're always looking to the future. On this week's From The Stands Jason welcomes back Total Soccer Show's Taylor Rockwell to go through 50 possible names for the Gold Cup Roster. We recorded this right before the USMNT defeated Honduras so bare with the predictions (even though we were right!) and enjoy the ride. With a pretty stable Nations League roster, we figured it would be fun to speculate who GGG would want to get a better look at at the Gold Cup. We'll be back for a post match live show Sunday after the Nations League Final against Mexico! | |||