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On this week's episode of The Big Thing, Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to get to the bottom of a major talking point in Italian football: what's wrong with Juventus?

After disappointing seasons under Maurizio Sarri and Andrea Pirlo, Max Allegri returned to take charge in the summer of 2021, and led the team to a resounding… 4th place finish. This season, Juventus is 8th in the table after 7 games, and they've managed zero points from their opening games of the Champions League. Manager Max Allegri remains in charge, but all is not right with The Old Lady. So, what’s gone wrong, what can be fixed, and what needs to change?

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WE’RE DOING A LIVE SHOW!

The TSS foursome will be in New York for a live show on Sunday, November 20th. We’ll be talking World Cup, USMNT, and so much more. 

Check out this link for tickets and the rest of the details!

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On this episode, Taylor, Graham, and Joe answer your listener questions! You can find the full list that we tackled down below:

1) Who keeps track of stoppage time?

2) What are overlapping and underlapping runs?

3) Why was everyone giving Todd Boehly a hard time about exploring player trades?

4) Is it an advantage to have players from the same country at the same club?

5) What kind of drop-off could we see from clubs and leagues after this winter’s World Cup?

6) What does Taylor think about other shows playing the Wikipedia game? 

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Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here with your USMNT September window preview! What do we make of the recent roster changes that Gregg Berhalter has made after some key injuries? And what should you expect from Japan and Saudi Arabia? All that - and much, much more - on the show.

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell and Graham Ruthven are here to talk through the biggest moments of the weekend in soccer, including derby victories for Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund, some surprising results in the Bundesliga and Serie A, and much more!

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The USMNT’s roster for the September window is here. Who’s on it? Are there any surprises? And did Gregg Berhatler make the right choices? Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe discuss all that - and more - on this week’s episode of The Big Thing.

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We get into all the action from Champions League Match Day 2! Bayern's second half had Barcelona and Lewandowski feeling beaten, Liverpool left it late (but got the result) vs Ajax, Erling Haaland floated through the air in much the way that bricks don't to get a winner for Manchester City, a Champions League debut for Graham Potter at Chelsea, Allegri on the hottest of hot seats at Juventus, and much much more!

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are dipping into the virtual mailbag! From Panini sticker albums to Welcome to Wrexham and a world where teams don't have managers, we cover it all!

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With the USMNT's roster for the September dropping later this week, Taylor conducts a good-natured debate between Graham and Joe about who Gregg Berhalter should call in and who he should leave at home. You can find the full list of players that we debated down below!

1) Josh Sargent

2) James Sands

3) Ethan Horvath

4) Malik Tillman

5) Gio Reyna

6) Tim Ream

7) Sam Vines

8) Eryk Williamson

9) Brandon Vazquez

10) Ricardo Pepi

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Ryan Bailey, Graham Ruthven, Joe Lowery and Taylor Rockwell convene to discuss a distinctly Premier League-free weekend, where Borussia Dortmund failed to capitalize on Bayern Munich's latest draw, Real Madrid are still perfect, and Juventus endured a manic series of injury-time events!

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On this week's Big Thing episode, we head back to Stamford Bridge to discuss the firing of Thomas Tuchel and the hiring of Graham Potter. Which spin from which camp is most likely to be true? Why sack a manager after spending close to 300 million GBP in a summer? Is Graham Potter as much of a slam dunk as he seems? We get into all of that and more in an episode Graham dubbed "almost literally the reason we decided this show was a good idea."

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The Champions League is back! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to walk you through Matchday 1. We chat about Liverpool’s epic defeat to Napoli (and give plenty of credit to Napoli), Bayern’s win over Inter, Real Madrid’s win over Celtic, PSG’s win over Juventus, and much, much, much more. Plus, U.S. Open Cup Final!

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It’s listener questions time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to answer your lovely questions. You can find the full list that we tackled down below.

1) Which of Neymar, Gareth Bale, and Eden Hazard came closest to fulfilling their potential?

2) Why did Ralf Ragnick leave Manchester United?

3) Who will be the best non-injured player to not be selected for their country’s World Cup team?

4) What ever happened to Fabian Johnson? 

5) You have to set up a dinner for yourself and 3 others. 1 footballer, 1 non-football athlete, and 1 other celebrity. Who are you inviting? And what will be the dinner?

6) How would a mid-table Premier League club do in the Scottish Premiership? And how would Rangers and Celtic do in the Premier League?

7) Which Premier League manager would be best in a bare knuckle cage match?

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It's a double interview sort of day! Taylor chats with USL President Jake Edwards about the US Open Cup Final, the growth of the league as a hole, increased relationships with foreign leagues and clubs, and much more!

Then, Sacramento GM Todd Dunivant helps preview the big game, and discusses how his club have made it this far, the work they've done to engage the local community, their best and brightest players, and what the future holds.

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell and Graham Ruthven convene to discuss the biggest games of the weekend, including an eventful Merseyside Derby, Manchester United's emphatic answer to Arsenal's 100% record, and a fantastic derby at the San Siro!

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On this week's Big Thing episode, we take a look at a topic that's been dominating the world's soccer podcasts: is Arsenal good now? And if the answer is yes, could the club be strong enough to challenge for the title? The Gunners have 5 wins from 5 and had a fantastic window, so we get into the weeds on whether they have what it takes to stay in the title conversation.

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The Champions League is almost here! Today, Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe are previewing the group stage. We pick out our favorites, hipster picks, key matchups, and answer some of your questions! All that - and much more - on the show.

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It's a 'Footy Scran' special on TSS today, as Man vs. Food host Adam Richman joins Ryan Bailey and Graham Ruthven to discuss his beloved Tottenham and his status as a Grimsby Town shareholder, before giving his expert opinion on some of the beautiful game's best and worst stadium food!

Links to the food Adam is rating here:

Birmingham City's cheesy chips

Wembley Stadium's Bovril ice lolly

Man City's nachos

Pollok's mac 'n' cheese pie

AFC Wimbledon's Ribman pie

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It’s Americans in Action time! This week, Taylor, Joe, and Graham dissect Yunus Musah’s performance (and mourn that disallowed goal), Joe Scally’s game against Bayern, Sargent’s latest goal, and much more. We also answer your USMNT questions!

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven are here to break down all the biggest action from the weekend, including, Roma's draw at Juve, Bayern's draw with Yann Sommer, Liverpool's nine-goal demolition of Bournemouth, and much more!

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We've got another episode of The Big Thing for you! This week, we delve deep into the seedy underworld that is Manchester United ownership. Who are the Glazers and how did they take over the club? Plus, why are supporters so angry with them, what other factors have played into the club's downturn in fortune, how do things progress from here, and much much more!

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On this listener questions episode, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe tackle topics from all over the globe. From Casemiro’s move to Manchester United to tear-inducing soccer moments, we cover plenty of ground.

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With a little over a week until the European summer transfer window slams shut, Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham survey the very best done deals, before looking at the players who may still be on the move, plus the clubs who have "won" the window!

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On today's episode, Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to break down the latest news for three Americans in Action. Djordje Mihailovic could soon be on the move to the Netherlands; how would that transfer work, when would it take effect, and how would he suit AZ's style?

Then it's on to Americans scoring goals! Pefok and Sargent are back in our lives! Should they be back on the US roster?

And finally, we answer your listener questions, all of which had a USMNT-centric angle.

1) What European clubs play systems similar to what Berhalter most commonly implements with USMNT?

2) Have any of the American transfers to the Belgian Jupiler league worked out?

3) How has the center back pool been performing so far this season?

4) What's up with Konrad de la Fuente?

5) Which Number Nines should Gregg be thinking about taking to Qatar?

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It’s time for the Weekend Review! This week, Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe team up to chat about all of the soccer action. From an American-infused upset in the Premier League to the Sportswashing Derby to action in La Liga, the Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1, and MLS, we cover tons of ground on this episode. 

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Our pal David Amoyal is back on the program to discuss the start of the Serie A season. We begin by taking a broad look at the final structure of the league before going in-depth on the most prominent transfers, drama, arguments, and in-fighting for both title challengers and relegation candidates alike! We covered 11 teams in under 50 minutes, which for this program is like running a 3 minute mile. Juventus, Torino, Roma, Lazio, Inter, Milan, Napoli, Monza, Lecce, Fiorentina, and Atalanta all get some chat!

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We're back with another episode of The Big Thing. This week, Taylor, Graham, and Joe are diving into Bayern Munich's dominance in German soccer. What's behind Bayern's title-winning streak. Is their success a problem? If so, what changes could be made to fix it? We talk about all that - and much more - on the show.

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It’s listener questions time! Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to tackle your questions. You can find the full list that we discussed down below.

1) What are some of our favorite referee moments?

2) If the Premier League is, indeed, Premier (adj. most important or best) what other adjectives best describe other leagues?

3) Would raising the max DP salary level in MLS help teams put together stronger rosters?

4) How can Maguire be poor for Manchester United but good for England?

5) If Christian Eriksen was somehow able to move back to Tottenham, who would the move benefit more? Spurs or Eriksen?

6) How do English fans feel about Welsh teams being in the English Football League?

7) Can Graham do a quick preview of his team for this season?

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Taylor is joined by Graham and Joe to discuss Americans in Action! Up first, they spend some time disliking the leaked USMNT World Cup kits and why they make the older members of the pod uncomfortable. Then it's on to some Americans who have been in the transfer rumor mill this week. Should they stay with their current club or seek out (potentially) greener pastures? Players discussed include Pulisic, Dest, McKennie, Weah, and Pepi.

To round things out in a segment sponsored by FX's Welcome to Wrexham, they look back at the weekend that was for several Americans playing in Europe, including one player now in a lower level dreaming that promotion dream!

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It’s Weekend Review time! Taylor, Graham, and Joe team up to break down much of the action from the weekend, including Chelsea vs. Tottenham (and Tuchel vs. Conte), Manchester United’s struggles, Haaland’s frame, Barcelona’s first game of the La Liga season, trouble for Bayern’s challengers in Germany, the Philadelphia Union’s win in MLS, and much more.

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Our new regular weekly series 'The Big Thing' has landed! Each week, the TSS crew will discuss a 'big' soccer topic in the depth that it truly deserves. To start off, Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are here to talk about Chelsea's new American co-owner, Todd Boehly. Why did he buy the club? What can we learn about him from his other sporting interests? How different will Chelsea look going forward? We discuss these questions and much more!

Got a topic you'd like us to tackle on The Big Thing? Tweet or email us!

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On today's episode, Ryan is joined by Graham. Joe and Taylor to answer some particularly wonderful listener questions:

1) If Liga MX and MLS merged into one league with two divisions and promotion/relegation, who would win, who would be the MVP, and what other fun possibilities might there be?

2) Does Gareth Bale playing in MLS benefit the USMNT or Wales more?

3) Why haven't more clubs made an effort to sign John Brooks and who are some other notable free agents?

4) Of the 32 teams in the Qatar WC, which one winning it all would be an equivalent shock to Greece winning the Euros in 2004?

5) Are there any comparisons currently, or throughout history, to what Barcelona are doing to stay financially solvent?

6) What can we do to help MLS add the net microphone that makes that sweet, sweet sound when a goal is scored?

7) Will TSS preview the US Open Cup Final?

8) Can all the problems with the England men's team actually be blamed on Ryan Bailey? (the answer is yes)

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Taylor and Joe, recording from Minnesota for the MLS All-Star festivities, are here to get you caught up on the world of MLS! What happened in the most recent transfer window? Who’s the favorite for the Supporters’ Shield? Which teams are over-performing in 2022? And which teams need to kick it into gear if they want to make the playoffs? All that - plus some All-Star and Skills Challenge chat - on the show.

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We’re back with the first Americans in Action episode of this season! Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into a number of Americans abroad to discuss expectations for this year, transfers, breakout players, meat pies, and so much much more.

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell and Graham Ruthven convene for the first Weekend Review of the 2022-23 season! Huzzah! The gang focuses on whatever Manchester Utd were attempting to do on Sunday, before looking at newly promoted Fulham's impressive display against title-chasing Liverpool. There's a look back on the rest of the PL fixtures, a glance at how things got started in the Bundesliga (spoiler alert: Bayern won!) and a roundup of the best from Ligue 1 and MLS.

Oh, and if you want to join our Fantasy Premier League offering, use the code: r1msga

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Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio host a LIVE Q&A with listeners! They address Riqui Puig’s move from FC Barcelona to the LA Galaxy. Plus, are MLS owners refusing to spend money? And, will Landon Donovan be the next coach of San Jose?

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It’s listener question time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here to answer your wonderful questions. You can find the full list that we tackled down below:

1) What is the biggest club in Europe that could reasonably be relegated in the next 10 years?

2) If you could add any national team legend to your current national team’s pool of players, who would you add and why?

3) Would it be a good idea to allow players wear earphones so that coaches can talk to them during games?

4) Could Bayern Munich play a 3-5-2 this season?

5) Who are the tallest professional soccer players of all time?

6) What are our favorite player chants?

7) What are Graham’s recommended underrated places to visit in Scotland?

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Part the Second of our Premier League Previews! You can find Part One in the feed (it's the next most recent episode).

Your four co-hosts provide analysis, transfer recaps, a bit of gloom and doom for the appropriate clubs, and some predictions for Leicester, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Newcastle, Nottingham Forest, Southampton, Tottenham, West Ham, and Wolves.

Reminder! We're putting together a Premier League fantasy league this season! Here's a link to the league and here's the code you need to join: r1msga

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It’s Premier League preview time! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe are here with part one of their Premier League season previews. On this episode, we’re dishing out analysis, transfer recaps, and predictions for Arsenal, Aston Villa, Bournemouth, Brentford, Brighton, Chelsea, Crystal Palace, Everton, Fulham, and Leeds United. 

For insight into the rest of the Premier League, make sure to check out part two!

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After 56 years, it finally came Home! Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Graham Ruthven and Joe Lowery are here to look back upon England's Euro 2022 victory over Germany! From pitch-perfect game management to questionable refereeing and everything in between, we cover all the action from Wembley!

Plus, we also look at Liverpool's Community Shield victory over Man City, and Bayern Munich's DFL Supercup win against RB Leipzig!

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Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio try to explain the Luis Suarez-to-MLS rumor and how Paul gave hope to the entire country of Uruguay. Plus, what is the latest with MLS expansion and the 30th team? And, the continued question of the USMNT striker position is still unclear.

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The UEFA Women's EURO Final is only a few days away! Taylor, Ryan, Graham, and Joe preview Sunday's final between England and Germany and take a look back at the two recent semifinal matches. What are we expecting on Sunday? Which players will decide the game? And who do we think will win? All that - and more - on the show.

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It’s listener questions time! Ryan and Joe are here to answer your lovely inquires. You can find the full list of questions that we tackled down below.

1) If Gregg Berhalter had a time machine that he could use during the World Cup Final to bring back a former USMNT player, who should he pick?

2) How does the chaos going on with Iran’s men’s soccer team impact Group B at the World Cup?

3) Is there a soccer equivalent to the Bobby Bonilla baseball contract?

4) When watching games as a fan, whether in person or on TV, do we have any rituals?

5) With many pro players looking for other positions in the sport as they age, why don't any players become referees after their playing career?

6) What advice do we have for fantasy soccer players?

7) What are our favorite soccer crests?

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Veteran TSS guest Manuel Veth returns (in-between his various journeys around the world) to discuss all the latest moves in Germany. We spend a lot of time on last season's top four (Bayern, Dortmund. Leverkusen, and Leipzig) but also take a look at Wolfsburg, Frankfurt, Schalke, Bremen, Freiburg, and more! How will Dortmund shape up without Haaland (and possibly Haller)? Can Leverkusen's consistency be the difference maker for them this season? Could Wolfsburg be the surprise of the season, in a good way? Plus, which Americans are poised for a strong 2022-2023 campaign, who might be in a relegation battle, and plenty more Bundesliga goodness!

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven look back on an array of closely contested Euro 2022 quarterfinals, before looking ahead to the final four matchups!

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Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio react to the news of Atlanta United President Darren Eales leaving the club for Newcastle. Plus, the MLSPA releases a list of upcoming free agents — who are the top players available? And, will there be big exits at NYCFC and LAFC?

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It’s listener questions time! Ryan, Taylor, Graham, and Joe are here to tackle your lovely soccer inquiries. You can find the full list that we answered down below:

1) If we had a time machine, which transfers would we go back in time to block? And which ones would we make happen?

2) Which country seems most likely to join Germany at the next nation to win both the men’s and the women’s World Cup?

3) How does TSS view Carlos Tevez's soccer career now that he’s retired?

4) Is Josh Wolff the next great hope for American managers?

5) How do you shop for soccer tickets internationally?

6) Who are some players that we had very high expectations for, but who never fully lived up to the hype?

7) For Taylor, Ryan, and Joe: what is one food from your home town that you’d like Graham to try?

8) Which of the other TSS hosts could last longest adopting Graham’s diet and routine?

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The USWNT won the Concacaf W Championship! Taylor and Joe are here to break down the final against Canada and talk big-picture takeaways from the tournament, standout players, players who struggled, and much more. 

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On today's show, in Part 1, Graham and Taylor take a look back at the final group stage games of Euro 2022, and discuss which teams were the most disappointing (Norway), which players we will be sad to see head home (a couple of the Norwegians), and what we learned ahead of the knockout round (Norway won't be in it).

In Parts 2 and 3 (starting around 19:43) we take an in-depth look at each of the quarterfinal match-ups, and try to predict the most likely tactics, 1v1 battles, and potential results.

England v Spain: best all-around team vs the most technical team? Who wins and who changes their game plan first?

Germany v Austria: high press and physical vs high press and physical = Not an ideal draw for Austria, but can they spring another surprise?

Sweden v Belgium: get excited! get excited? Plus, The Return of Blackstenius (our new movie title, if nothing else)

France v Netherlands: how might both teams line up without their most important attacking player, and why the Dutch will need to be less open if they want to contain a potent French attack.

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Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven are here to discuss the very latest in transfer news, including Barcelona's baffling financial situation, how Kalidou Koulibaly improves Chelsea, Toronto FC's growing Italian contingent, and much more!

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Sam and Paul open up this week’s show with Wayne Rooney being hired as DC United head coach. Plus, they dive into the war of words between Tanner and Thorrington on the signing of Gareth Bale. And, what has happened to the LA Galaxy??

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