Podcast appearances and mentions of Matt Doyle

Vini Jr. powers Brazil to first place, Canada makes history despite a loss, and the group stage drama continues. Jordan Angeli, David Gass and Matt Doyle break down the day's biggest results before previewing the USMNT's Group D finale against Türkiye and the decisive Group E and F matchups as the race to the knockout rounds heats up.

The USMNT has already secured first place in Group D, and David Gass and Matt Doyle discuss the growing buzz around the team, the rising attention on the World Cup and what comes next against Türkiye. With the knockout rounds looming, how much should Mauricio Pochettino rotate? The guys break down the latest on Christian Pulisic, Cristian Roldan and the yellow-card situation, look ahead to potential Round of 32 opponents and discuss what's next for Folarin Balogun after a breakout World Cup performance.0:00 Intro3:17 USMNT Tops Group D, World Cup Buzz & TV Ratings8:17 Folarin Balogun Transfer Talk & World Cup Rise14:41 Christian Pulisic, Cristian Roldan and Defenders19:35 USMNT Midfield Decisions vs. Türkiye24:35 Why USA vs. Türkiye Still Matters28:52 USMNT Round of 32 Opponents & Knockout Path32:25 Knockout Stage Preview & Final Thoughts

Lionel Messi made history for Argentina, Algeria kept its World Cup hopes alive and France booked its place in the knockout rounds on Day 12 of the tournament. David Gass, Jordan Angeli and Matt Doyle break down all the action before turning their attention to Day 13, where Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal face mounting pressure, England takes on Ghana, Colombia meets DR Congo and Croatia looks to bounce back against Panama.0:00 Intro1:53 3 Big Things13:18 Messi Makes History Against Austria18:46 Algeria Still Alive24:37 Weather Delays, France Advances31:30 Haaland, Norway Hold Off Senegal40:50 North American Update: Canada's Ismaël Koné46:25 Ronaldo and Portugal Face Uzbekistan52:36 Colombia Showdown with DR Congo1:01:30 England Battles Ghana1:03:24 Croatia Looks to Bounce Back Against Panama

It's all about Concacaf at the 2026 FIFA World Cup today. David Gass, Michele Giannone and Matt Doyle break down Mexico securing a spot in the knockout round with a win over South Korea and Canada's historic 6-0 victory over Qatar behind a Jonathan David hat trick. Then the crew previews a pivotal Group D showdown as the United States takes on Australia in Seattle with major knockout-round implications. Plus, a look at the other games today including Scotland vs. Morocco, Brazil under pressure against Haiti, and Türkiye vs. Paraguay.0:00 Intro4:08 3 Big Things12:41 Mexico Advances Against South Korea25:56 Canada Drops Six on Qatar36:00 Johan Manzambi and the Group B Outlook39:32 Golden Boot Race Update42:40 USMNT vs. Australia in Seattle54:40 Favorite USMNT Kits of All Time1:00:05 Scotland vs. Morocco Showdown1:05:19 Brazil Under Pressure vs. Haiti1:10:25 Türkiye vs. Paraguay Clash

The United States is through to the knockout rounds of the 2026 FIFA World Cup! David Gass, Michele Giannone and Matt Doyle react to the USMNT's 2-0 win over Australia, discuss Mauricio Pochettino's impact on the program, break down big performances from Alex Freeman, Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams, and examine what Christian Pulisic's absence revealed about the depth of this squad. Plus, the crew debates just how far this U.S. team can go at the World Cup.

Matchday 1 is complete, and Michele Giannone and Matt Doyle play a round of Buy or Sell on the biggest teams, players and storylines from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. They break down England's statement win behind Harry Kane, Portugal's frustrating draw with DR Congo, Panama's disappointing start and Colombia's victory over Uzbekistan. The duo also checks in on Christian Pulisic and the latest from USMNT camp before looking ahead to pivotal second matches for Canada and Mexico, with Edson Álvarez, Gilberto Mora and El Tri aiming to take another step toward the knockout rounds.0:00 Intro + Buy or Sell: England, France & Ronaldo12:50 DR Congo Earn Historic Point, Portugal Frustrate20:14 Harry Kane Leads England's Statement Win29:23 Panama's Disappointing Start34:44 Colombia Gets the Job Done45:22 Christian Pulisic and the USMNT Update52:04 Czechia-South Africa & Switzerland-Bosnia Preview55:13 Canada Hosts Qatar at BC Place59:19 Mexico, Edson Álvarez & Gilberto Mora1:06:40 The Tournament's Biggest Tactical Trends

The USMNT opened the 2026 FIFA World Cup with an emphatic win over Paraguay, but a much tougher challenge awaits against Australia.David Gass and Matt Doyle break down what made the U.S. performance against Paraguay so convincing, whether that level can be replicated against stronger opposition, and how the Americans match up with the Socceroos. The guys discuss Australia's impressive win over Turkey, the threat posed by Nestory Irankunda and Australia's transition attack, Christian Pulisic's fitness, lineup questions, tactical adjustments, and what could be one of the best atmospheres of the tournament in Seattle.0:00 Intro2:47 Revisiting Paraguay: The Performance, Process & Opportunity11:17 Breaking Down Australia's Win Over Turkey & The Matchup18:17 USMNT vs. Australia Tactical Battles21:45 USMNT Starting XI & Christian Pulisic Update24:32 Game Management, Tyler Adams & In-Game Adjustments29:19 Group Scenarios, Seattle Atmosphere & What's at Stake31:40 Australia's Underdog Mentality & Final Thoughts

Day 6 dazzled at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the stars took center stage. Susannah Fuller, David Gass and Matt Doyle break down Kylian Mbappé's record-breaking performance for France, Erling Haaland's standout World Cup debut for Norway and another milestone moment from Lionel Messi as Argentina opened its campaign. Then the crew looks ahead to another huge day of action, including England and Harry Kane's showdown with Croatia, Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal's tournament debut, Colombia's clash with Uzbekistan and what Cyle Larin's role could mean for Canada moving forward.0:00 Three Big Things8:47 Mbappé Breaks Another Record19:01 Haaland's World Cup Arrival27:24 Messi Hits Another Milestone37:00 Jordan Pushes Austria to the Limit43:05 Golden Boot Race Update46:33 What Is Cyle Larin's Role for Canada?50:14 Portugal and Ronaldo Against DR Congo56:54 England vs. Croatia Preview1:05:07 Ghana and Panama Meet in Toronto1:07:56 Colombia Faces Uzbekistan1:13:25 Closing Thoughts

Cape Verde delivers the shock of the 2026 World Cup by taking points off Spain, while Belgium and Egypt share the spoils and Saudi Arabia frustrates Uruguay and New Zealand and Iran with a wild match to cap off the night. Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle and David Gass break it all down from a day of draws at the World Cup.Attention turns to France and Argentina as two of the tournament favorites begin their World Cup campaigns. Will France vs. Senegal deliver? Can Erling Haaland lead Norway on the game's biggest stage? And after one of the most remarkable qualifying journeys in recent memory, Iraq finally gets its World Cup moment.Plus, a stop in Lawrence, Kansas, Doyle's tactical breakdown on Lionel Messi and a discussion about who replaces César Montes at center back for Mexico.0:00 Intro2:15 Three Big Things5:53 Tunisia Hires Hervé Renard & England Injury News13:23 Cape Verde Stuns Spain19:40 Saudi Arabia Frustrates Uruguay25:55 Lukaku Rescues Belgium Against Egypt32:10 Iran vs. New Zealand Delivers MLS After Dark Vibes39:00 Algeria Finds a Home in Kansas47:05 Who Replaces César Montes for Mexico?49:50 South Korea's Hot Mic Controversy52:05 France vs. Senegal Preview56:29 Erling Haaland's World Cup Debut1:00:12 Doyle's Tactics Session: Argentina's Messi System1:02:30 Argentina Opens Against Algeria1:05:18 Austria vs. Jordan Nightcap1:07:17 Cape Verde's GOAT Celebration

Day 4 of the World Cup here we go. Susannah Fuller, David Gass and Matt Doyle break down Qatar's dramatic draw with Switzerland, Brazil and Morocco's heavyweight showdown, Scotland's first World Cup win in 28 years and Australia's statement victory over Turkiye led by Nestory Irankunda. Plus, Doyle reacts to the USMNT's opening win and looks ahead to Game 2 as the crew previews Germany vs. Curaçao, Netherlands vs. Japan, Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador and more from another packed day at the World Cup.0:00 Gass Celebrates the Knicks4:46 Three Big Things10:06 Qatar's Dramatic First World Cup Point14:11 Brazil-Morocco Lives Up to the Hype19:06 Scotland's Historic World Cup Win23:12 Irankunda Sparks Australia Past Turkiye28:55 Doyle on the USMNT and Game Two34:04 Can Curaçao Challenge Germany?37:03 Netherlands Meets Japan40:04 Ivory Coast-Ecuador Showdown45:00 Sweden Faces Tunisia48:48 Merlin the Duck in Mexico City

Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle and David Gass get you ready for the USA's opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Paraguay with Doyle's latest USMNT tactical session, a Football Manager 2026 simulation, and a full match preview. Plus, the crew recaps the opening day of the World Cup, including Mexico's historic win over South Africa and South Korea's comeback victory against Czechia, before looking ahead to Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina.0:00 Intro3:42 Three Big Things8:30 Mexico vs. South Africa Recap18:22 South Korea vs. Czechia Recap23:20 Doyle's USMNT Tactical Session27:50 Football Manager USA World Cup Simulation34:37 USA vs. Paraguay Preview51:06 Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina Preview1:02:25 Lamine Yamal Is One of Us

The day has finally arrived and Susannah Fuller, Matt Doyle and David Gass give you all their fun soccer picks and predictions heading into the 2026 World Cup. They talk a little US and Canada with a special tactical breakdown from Doyle and a special World Cup simulation before the crew previews the first games of the tournament: Mexico against South Africa and a showdown between South Korea and Czechia.0:00 Intro4:53 1 Wish for this World Cup9:36 The Tourney Favorites15:40 The Dark Horses22:00 Vibes SC Picks26:26 Football Manager World Cup simulation30:15 Talkin' USMNT35:57 Canada's Prospects40:07 Doyle's Tactical Segment43:52 Mexico vs. South Africa 53:15 South Korea vs. Czechia59:55 Declan Rice Sunburn

David Gass and Matt Doyle are joined by Tom Bogert from California to preview the USMNT's opening match against Paraguay. Tom shares the latest from camp, while the group breaks down Paraguay, projects Mauricio Pochettino's lineup and discusses the biggest questions facing the U.S. ahead of its World Cup opener.0:00 Revisiting the Last USMNT-Paraguay Matchup & Group Outlook8:07 Tom Bogert's USMNT Camp Report & Musings22:16 Projecting Pochettino's Starting XI28:52 Breaking Down the Paraguay Matchup37:31 Key Lineup Decisions48:13 Final Expectations Before Kickoff55:00 Canada and Mexico Talk

David Gass, Matt Doyle, Susannah Fuller and Tom Bogert go live from Soccer House in Chicago for a World Cup Golden Boot Draft, building their teams and predicting which stars will lead the tournament in goals. The group also discusses breakout candidates, tournament favorites, favorite World Cup memories and the fan cultures that make the tournament special.Please note: This episode was recorded live at Soccer House in Chicago ahead of the World Cup. Audio quality may differ from our standard studio recordings.

The World Cup is almost here, and David Gass and Matt Doyle break down the biggest questions facing the U.S. and Canada before the tournament begins. From the USMNT's final tune-up against Germany to Canada's injury concerns and roster questions, the guys look at where both teams stand with the World Cup just around the corner. Finally, a look at MLS's growing presence on the global stage as players from across the league prepare to represent their countries at the World Cup.0:00 World Cup Countdown & USMNT Expectations9:47 Germany as the Final Test17:38 Freese, Turner & the Goalkeeper Decision23:30 Projecting Pochettino's Starting XI29:02 The Striker Spot and Other Lineup Questions36:09 World Cup Soccer Fandom Moment41:19 Canada's World Cup Outlook52:51 MLS at the World Cup

David Gass, Michele Giannone, and Matt Doyle react to the USMNT's 3-2 win over Senegal and discuss what the performance revealed ahead of the World Cup. They examine Christian Pulisic's standout showing, Ricardo Pepi's impact, Mauricio Pochettino's tactical setup, and the biggest lineup decisions still facing the U.S. ahead of the tournament. Plus, they discuss World Cup expectations for the USMNT and where Canada and Mexico stand entering the World Cup.

David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle break down the Philadelphia Union reset, Portland's next chapter, and the biggest MLS storylines to watch this summer. They discuss the league's coaching landscape, Neymar and Casemiro's MLS links, LAFC's roster decisions, whether Real Salt Lake can keep Diego Luna and Xavier Gozo, and the biggest roster needs facing both New York clubs. Plus, they explain why they're buying stock in San Jose and San Diego and discuss what they need to see from the USMNT before the World Cup.0:00 Pork Roll, Taylor Ham & Soccer Culture9:01 Philadelphia Union Reset25:55 Portland Timbers Next Chapter41:04 The MLS Coaching Landscape50:14 Neymar and Casemiro to MLS?56:50 LAFC's Next Move1:01:32 Can RSL Keep Luna and Gozo?1:04:10 NYCFC's DP Spot & Red Bulls' Defense1:13:11 Buying Stock in San Jose and San Diego1:21:03 USMNT's Final Tune-Up

As FOX officially revealed the USMNT World Cup roster, David Gass and Matt Doyle went live to hang out, talk soccer, and chat through the squad, the World Cup, and the state of the game in America ahead of the tournament this summer. A wide-ranging Soccerwise conversation ahead of the biggest tournament in the world.

Mauricio Pochettino's USMNT World Cup roster is here, and the debates are already underway. David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down the biggest roster surprises, concerns about the squad balance, and what the selections say about Pochettino's approach heading into the World Cup.The crew also digs into Nashville's Supporters' Shield form, Inter Miami's wild 6-4 win over Philadelphia, Columbus finding its footing again, Charlotte moving on from Wilfried Zaha, and some of the biggest MLS storylines before the World Cup break.0:00 Intro 7:38 USMNT World Cup Roster Reaction15:34 Too Many Defenders, Not Enough Midfielders?28:06 Who Starts in Midfield?39:46 Nashville Leads the Shield Race47:03 iPhones, Tired Legs and Lots of Goals50:31 Columbus Rehabilitation 56:48 Zaha Says Goodbye to Charlotte1:03:51 Miami & Philly's 10-Goal Thriller1:13:06 Vancouver Atop the West1:22:37 San Jose Finally Wins in Portland

MLS coaching chaos takes center stage after Austin FC parts ways with Nico Estévez and Rodolfo Borrell, while Columbus Crew moves on from Henrik Rydström after just 14 league matches. David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down what went wrong, where both clubs go next, and which other MLS coaches could be under pressure this summer.Plus, Phil Neville's struggles in Portland, LAFC concerns, Hany Mukhtar's milestone, Sammy Sarver's viral celebration, the Chicago Fire, and a preview of the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals.0:00 Intro + American Outlaws5:37 Columbus Fires Rydstrom22:40 Philly Pressure Mounting26:33 Austin FC Cleans House44:44 Portland's Struggles49:02 LAFC Concerns52:10 Hany Mukhtar Milestone, Sammy Sarver Moment57:34 Chicago Fire Love1:03:14 U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal Talk

Former USMNT defender Jay DeMerit joins David Gass to discuss the pressure, expectations, and emotions of playing in a World Cup, while Matt Doyle breaks down the latest USMNT injury concerns, roster decisions, and what to expect from Australia ahead of the 2026 World Cup group stage. Plus, discussions on Johnny Cardoso, Christian Pulisic, roster depth, and navigating an expanded 48-team tournament.00:00 World Cup Coverage Announcement02:59 Jay DeMerit on Playing in a World Cup11:05 World Cup Pressure & Player Mindset17:26 Vancouver, Canada Soccer & World Cup Buzz21:02 Whitecaps Ownership & MLS Future25:10 US & Canada World Cup Predictions31:14 USMNT Roster Questions 47:38 USMNT vs. Australia Preview

James Rodríguez shines again for Minnesota United before a possible summer exit, while Sporting Kansas City hit a new low after a brutal loss in Portland. David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle break down another chaotic MLS weekend, including Vancouver's rise in the Western Conference, Nashville's comeback draw, and the latest USMNT discussion ahead of the 2026 World Cup.00:00 Intro 06:40 James Rodríguez & Minnesota United Future19:36 FC Dallas, Sam Sarver & Petar Musa26:30 Sporting Kansas City Disaster36:28 What Do We Make of Portland?40:03 Evander, Cincinnati & Charlotte Talk47:00 Nashville's Comeback Draw50:53 New England Revolution Discussion58:25 Vancouver vs. San Jose Breakdown1:04:00 Midweek MLS Preview1:08:34 Gio Reyna & USMNT Discussion

David Gass, Tom Bogert and Joe Lowery of Backheeled and Total Soccer Show dive into Concacaf Champions Cup, sprinkle in some MLS chatter. Then Gass welcomes Matt Doyle for the latest on the USMNT, player form and Paraguay, the Americans' first World Cup opponent.0:00 Intro4:20 Mexico Camp Controversy10:05 LAFC-Toluca Leg 218:26 Tigres Past Nashville22:25 Does MLS Care About Concacaf?27:35 Toronto FC & Inter Miami35:03 Clash at the Top West39:25 Save the Caps Latest42:55 Yapi, D.C. United & Nashville47:00 USMNT with Doyle1:02:40 Talkin' Paraguay

Back chatting all things MLS are your favorite friends Tom Bogert, Matt Doyle, David Gass and Andrew Wiebe. The group looks back on the action in MLS from Week 11, talking Austin, St. Louis and the epic Orlando City comeback in Miami as well as LAFC, San Diego and NYCFC with an eye to the big Concacacf Champions Cup second leg games. Then they wrap things up with a Save the Caps! update and chat U.S. Men's National Team players.2:15 Gass enjoyed some USL League One action between FC Naples and One Knox9:45 Brandon Vazquez, Owen Wolff are back for Austin, Christian Ramirez love12:55 St. Louis in rebuild mode21:10 Orlando with a wild comeback win against Miami33:30 Doyle talks about his favorite new nerdy soccer website35:50 LAFC getting results in both league play and Concacaf43:28 Liga MX and MLS player movement and the U22 mechanism46:38 San Diego and the Chucky Lozano Conundrum57:35 Three game week was rough Vancouver, San Jose, Nashville1:02:00 NYCFC keeps dropping points after a fast start1:07:22 Vancouver Whitecaps update1:15:40 Big second leg games in Concacaf Tuesday and Wednesday1:27:10 USMNT players - Weekend in review

Michele Giannone, reporter for MLS on Apple TV, joins David for the first half of the show to talk a busy week already with Concacaf Champions Cup, U.S. Open Cup and more. Then Matt is back to talk about the USMNT, and Christian Pulisic's performance heading into the World Cup.7:30 LAFC downs Toluca in Leg 1 and Schedule Talk25:48 Surridge-less Nashville battles Tigres in 1st Leg loss32:20 No Cupsets in the U.S. Open Cup, Quarterfinals Matchups42:35 James Rodriguez Conundrum, Minnesota-Columbus Preview48:40 The State of Christian Pulisic, Santiago Giménez, Eredivise1:07:32 Polish FA hanging out with Julian Hall's mom, USMNT GK chatter

Your favorite foursome is back together again as Tom Bogert, Matt Doyle, David Gass, and Andrew Wiebe talk about a big upcoming week for Major League Soccer with the Concacaf Champions Cup semifinals and U.S. Open Cup. The gang also takes a quick look back at the best of the weekend from MLS, with an eye on the West Coast.7:50 - Vancouver is flying, so ‘Save the Caps!'19:46 - What's up with Sporting Kansas City?28:22 - Chicago on “Fire”. We have Hugo Cuypers!30:07 - Atlanta and Austin back in the winning column36:35 - Who are the top scorers in CF Montreal history?39:05 - Doyle has CCL fever - I believe in LAFC and Nashville.46:37 - Concacaf Champions Cup Semifinals Preview - Nashville takes on Tigers, LAFC battles Toluca59:25 - MLS Weekend Notes - Best in the West.1:07:00 - U.S. Open Cup Fever - We Love One Knox!1:13:28 - USMNT Nuggets - 16-year-old Mathis Albert, The statue of Cobi Jones

WHAT A WEEK! Not a single second to breath in the American soccer space from US Open Cupsets, to historic wins in Mexico, to championship winning coaches resigning and more! Soccerwise as usual brings you the full buffet of soccer content. First David & Tom talk about what is going on in Miami, Nashville's historic win in Mexico, and USOC Cupsets centered around OUR One Knox. Then Matt Wells the new head coach of Colorado Rapids joins to talk about building a style and culture, a 65k crowd coming this weekend, US Open Cup experience, playing the youngest roster in MLS and much more. And as every week Doyle is here to talk US Soccer coming off the earth shattering news that Sporting Director Matt Crocker is leaving his position immediately to take the same role in Saudi Arabia.5:15 Javier Mascherano Resigns In Miami17:35 Nashville Loving The CONCACAF Lyfe 24:27 Seattle Heartbreaking Loss To Tigres29:45 Magic Of USOC35:50 Matt Wells New Head Coach Of Colorado Rapids55:24 Matt Doyle Talking Future Of USSF At Sporting Director & Coaching Positions

The Chief, Grayson, and Kevin are back trying their best to dissect what has gone wrong with FC Cincinnati this season. Which of course means reading what Matt Doyle has to say and then picking that apart. Then in Part Two it's a look ahead to Chicago coming to town, what formation we might expect, and who are we putting up top?    Timestamps:  (2:26) - News and Thoughts about The FC (54:13) - Chicago Preview and Predictions   Links:  Looking for an MLS podcast? Check out The World's GAM Visit our friends at Streetside Brewery Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter,  Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy

Its the most wonderful time of year. As Concac-champions sees its quarterfinals kickoff with four MLS vs Liga MX ties. David recaps the results and then talks to Vince La Rosa (Happy Foot Sad Foot Podcast) out in LA off the back of LAFC's massive 3-0 win over Cruz Azul. They talk about it all with the Black & Gold from their historic shutout streak to start the year, riding high in the shield, the epic night vs Los Cementos & how many minutes can any player last! Then Matt Doyle rejoins to lament the crushing injury to Patrick Ageymang and talk about where Mauricio Pochettino will have to turn to next.2:28 Vince La Rosa On LAFC's Historic Defensive Start13:10 David Martinez Star Turn18:56 Marc Dos Santos' Pushing Minutes32:05 USMNT Roster Planning After Agyemang Injury44:55 Thoughts On Turkey Joining The USA Group

Soccer insider Matt Doyle joins Manny and Jonathan to gauge potential around the league, talk San Diego strategy, and break down Minnesota's performance so far this season.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The international break has closed and MLS came back with a bang. On a loaded day of games we had everything red cards, stadium openings, dog pee goal celebrations + MORE! David is joined by Matt Doyle to talk through it all and look forward to a four massive Concacaf ties this week.3:45 Nu Stadium Opening In Miami19:05 MLS Team Progression23:45 Quakes Work San Diego33:55 Toronto-Colorado Chaos Match45:11 Timbers Collapse In Vancouver55:12 LAFC Goal-fest Against Orlando58:43 Sounders Pipeline Continues1:09:15 Agyemang Injury & USMNT Weekend Performances1:13:20 CONCACAF Previews

The international window has come to a close and with a full week of US Open Cup & MLS weekend around the corner the soccer never ends. First Doyle joins to talk about the week for USMNT of what we learned and where they're going. Then San Jose Earthquakes center back Daniel Munie stops by to talk about their hot start, respect for college soccer, playing for Bruce Arena, and the big challenge of facing San Diego. 0:47 Matt Doyle On USMNT Camp27:10 USOC Recap30:57 Daniel Munie SJ Quakes Center Back

On the verge of the biggest camp in Mauricio Pochettino's tenure with the USMNT David calls in the big names! Paul Tenorio (Messi Effect ) joins to talk about what this camp and the next three months need to look like for the USMNT. They debate some of the big roster decisions as well as where the sport sits on the precipice of the big tournament. Then Doyle is back in the saddle with David to talk about four teams who haven't gotten as much shine this year in MLS. They hit on what we've seen so far (and some transfers) for Colorado, Columbus, Charlotte & the Revs.1:40 Paul Tenorio On All Things USMNT32:01 Rapids Buying Their Hot Start?40:51 Rocky Start For Henrik Rydstrom49:53 Charlotte FC Club Progression?55:51 Revs Falter Early Under New Regime

The soccer weeks seem to just get bigger and bigger recently. This time we have two massive competitions going on with US Open Cup kicking off and Conca-champions closing the Round of 16. David is joined by one of the biggest soccer writers Charlie Boehm to cover it all. First they dig into the massive CONCACAF ties that finished from Nashville's win in Miami to San Diego & Philly's struggles in Mexico. Then they dig into the Cupsets we've sign and all the other wild and wacky of US Open Cup. Finally they talk about the breaking news around the specifics of the upcoming 2027 MLS Sprint season.3:30 Conca-Champions Review34:31 US Open Cup Round 1 Cupsets & Highlights46:35 MLS Sprint Season Specifics54:38 USMNT Roster Reaction

The crew is back together to break down a wild weekend of MLS Action. From the multitude of 6 goal thrillers to the winless sides Doyle, Wiebe and David review the whole weekend. Then they look ahead to a massive week of soccer across US Open Cup & CONCA-Champions 2nd legs.7:15 Whitecaps Destroy Min On Road To Supporter Shield Favorites16:50 Joy In Houston & Anguish In Portland26:30 SKC Solidifying For Wicky29:47 LA Galaxy's Search For Chemistry33:05 FC Dallas- San Diego Stunner40:00 USOC Round 1 Name Bowl44:11 STL, PHI & CLB Remain Winless55:19 Orlando Part Ways w/Oscar Pareja & Plans For The Year1:03:10 USMNT Weekend Stars1:08:10 CONCACAF Leg 2 Previews

We are days away from Mauricio Pochettino announcing his final roster ahead of the World Cup. Matt Doyle joins Gass to talk through some of the biggest questions around this camp and this team. Then they go through the roster to predict what they expect to see coming at the end of March.8:10 What Is The Goal Of This Camp?11:55 Poch's Future & USMNT Manager Projection After 202617:35 Formation Plans24:20 Goalkeepers & Defenders36:40 Midfield48:10 Attacking Mids/Wingers59:41 Forwards1:02:10 MLS Teenagers We Would See At The World Cup

We are only three games into the MLS season but in some markets the pitchforks and torches are already out. Doyle joins Gass to go through the best things they saw this weekend, and then the headlines of the struggles in Orlando/Portland/Philly. The guys then start to look into the USMNT roster race for a spot at the World Cup. And finally they preview the start Round of 16 with some mouth watering MLS vs Liga MX matchups and some heavyweight intra league ties as well.5:50 Nashville Music City Cerberus13:35 RSL The Kids Are Alright (Not ATL)21:31 Keaton Parks Back In Form24:20 Red Card Mania28:00 Pressure On Orlando36:34 Questions Around Phil Neville In Portland42:36 Frustration In Philly49:14 Quakes Are Back54:40 Monteal Shock Red Bulls59:10 USMNT Roster Shakeup1:07:53 Philly-America1:11:01 LAFC-Alajuelense & David Martinez Stunner v FC Dallas1:15:05 Nashville-Miami & DC Matchup In Baltimore1:19:20 LAG-Mount Plesant & Rapids Win Over The Galaxy1:21:35 Blockbuster San Diego-Toluca Series1:25:57 Cincy Trying To Bounce Back vs Tigres1:28:44 Cascadia ConcaChampions

The MLS season is heating up and we've got takes. MLS analyst Matt Doyle stops by to help us separate early-season overreactions from real trends. Is Julian Hall's breakout with the New York Red Bulls the beginning of a superstar arc or just a hot streak? Are Inter Miami CF papering over long-term roster concerns despite their win over Orlando City SC? And can the early momentum from the San Jose Earthquakes — and Timo Werner — actually last? We dig into what's real, what's noise, and what it means moving forward. Then we head across the Atlantic for an incredible conversation with Steve Fletcher, assistant coach and club legend at AFC Bournemouth. Fletcher gives us insight into why Tyler Adams is one of the most respected players at the club, how his leadership extends far beyond the pitch, and why every team needs a player like him. If you're an American soccer fan, this is one you won't want to miss. We also dive into the impact of manager Andoni Iraola and how his consistency, culture-setting, and tactical identity have helped elevate Bournemouth in the Premier League. Fletcher reflects on his own storied career — from signing in the early '90s to becoming the club's all-time appearance leader — and what it means to represent one club for over three decades. MLS chaos, Premier League insight, and legendary football stories all in one episode.   Timestamps: (7:30) – Julian Hall is leading a youth movement in New York (16:00) - Will Inter Miami struggle this season despite win? (22:00) – Can San Jose and Timo Werner's hot start last? (26:30) – MLS weekend recap (37:00) - Steve Fletcher joins The Cooligans Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

In this episode, we sit down with Bob from the Designated Pundits to chat about the current state of MLS Media. In a time where the league boasts massive increases in engagement and revenue, media cuts are being made left right and center. Should we be worried?Read Matt Pollard's Article Here: https://burgundywave.com/2026/02/16/matt-doyle-leaves-mlssoccer-media/Recorded on: 2/22/26#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 0:00 - Scarf of the Week2:51 - RBNY Chat10:06 - The State of MLS Media27:11 - Matt Doyle's Dismissal32:27 - Matt Pollard's ArticleSend any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.comFollow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designated_players_podcast_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDPPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedppodHave a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know!Support the show

The soccer has finally been played! That means it is time to over analyze and who better to do it with then two of our favorites Matt Doyle (Tactics Free Zone) & Andrew Wiebe coming right out of LA. They talk about the biggest stories of the weekend from Bradley's Baby Bulls, to referee mishaps in Seattle, MVPs getting injured, and much more. They hit on every single game from the weekend so EVERYONE is included.4:52 Michael Bradley MLS Debut w/The Baby Bulls13:37 Worries In Orlando16:31 Niko Tsakiris Takes The Reign's In San Jose20:30 Timbers Army Tifo & Attacking Vibes In Portland/Columbus28:53 LAFC v Miami Extravaganza At The Coliseum38:40 Messi + Hallway & Stairwells Controversy45:38 Evander Injury And What It Means For Cincy51:50 Josh Sargent Latest Transfer News54:50 FC Dallas 2026 Potential56:58 DC United Victorious Champions58:43 Nashville Dominates The Revs1:00:17 Seattle Overcomes Rapids & Refs1:02:10 Sam Vines Cut In Colorado Changing Of The Guard1:03:48 Bright Start For STL1:05:25 Whitecaps Survive Over Real... Monarchs1:07:00 Austin & Minnesota Came To Play In 20261:08:45 Galaxy & NYCFC Underwhelm1:13:30 San Diego Handle MTL1:15:00 CCL Quick Preview

Hello Colorado Rapids fans! Welcome to season nine of Holding The High Line with Rabbi and Red! On this episode, we do our full 2026 Colorado Rapids season preview! Before we preview, we discuss Matt Doyle leaving MLS dot com. Mark gives his key observations from Rapids Media Day. We talk Miguel Navarro returning to the Rapids and the end of preseason. Here are our XI questions that will define the 2026 Colorado Rapids: What is Matt Wells' game model and will it work? What is Paxten Aaronson's role and how will the midfield work without Cole Bassett? Will Rafael Navarro stay and can the team support him offensively? What are our expectations for Dante Sealy given the $1.9 million price tag? Can Hamzat Ojediran be Hamzat The Destroyer and make the team concede less goals? Who is starting at left center back and left back and will they be good enough? Who starts at the other winger opposite Dante Sealy and will they be good enough? Who will be the captain and who will provide the vocal leadership this team needs? How will Denver Summit impact the Rapids? Can the Rapids capitalize on the game at Mile High and the World Cup? Will KSE bring back the members of the front office who are in a contract year? Oh, and we also talk about the Seattle Sounders game. Gulp. We discuss a few pieces of content during the episode. Here's Mark's Western Conference preview. Here's Matt Pollard's article about Matt Doyle. For those interested in MLS Fantasy, here's links for Kickbase, Fantasy UTD, and Sofascore. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We have finally arrived to the first week of the 2026 season! Matt Doyle (Tactics Free Zone) joins Gass to go through all their predictions. They hit the big ones like MVP, Golden Boot and Defender Of The Year. They of course hit their deep cut stuff like "Gass Theorem" and Fullback Of The Year favorites. And then they add some team superlatives like the "League Pass" teams they are most excited to watch.7:30 Nashville Big Week CCL + BJ Callaghan Contract + Reed Baker-Whiting Trade11:00 MVP & Golden Boot Predictions21:30 Young Player Of The Year Favorites25:00 GKOY, DPOY & Fullback Of The Year40:00 Midfielder Of The Year (steal from NWSL)45:00 Coach Of The Year52:30 Newcomer & Gass Theorem Favorites58:40 Team Your Most Excited To Watch (League Pass Favorites)1:05:40 Biggest Points Climber Of 20261:08:20 Biggest Fall Off Of 2026

We're entering a new era at Kickback Soccer Media. David Gass and Susannah Fuller sit down to talk about two incredible new shows, and to meet our HUGE winter window signing...Matt Doyle!It's Kickback Soccer Media 2.0, and we can't wait to share this momentous soccer year for American soccer with you!Listen to our shows, subscribe our newsletter on: https://kickbacksoccer.com/Subscribe to TacticsFreeZone: https://tacticsfreezone.ghost.io/an-end-to-my-days-at-mls-and-my-plan-for-whats-next/

The start of the season is around the corner and yet some clubs have left us waiting on signings. Matt Doyle joins Gass to discuss the four biggest additions he is still waiting on in Toronto, San Jose, Dallas & Atlanta. Plus they run through the big moves that have been made by LAFC and MIN and how impactful (and long) they will be for those clubs. Then David starts his team specific previews for 2026. First up is expansion darlings San Diego w/Tony Sanchez of the San Diego.Futbol crew to talk about the amazing year that was and how this year can rival it (without even Chucky Lozano). Then Kicback Committee member and 615 Soccer host Valair Shabilla checks in to talk about the OTHER offseason darlings Nashville SC. With the addition of Cristian Espinoza could it be title town in Tennesse?4:55 San Diego Leg 2 CCL Preview13:59 TFC Waiting On Sargent23:15 San Jose's Needs At #1026:50 FC Dallas Looking For Musa's Support31:10 ATL Keeping It Together For Tata34:30 Stephen Eustaquio Signs With LAFC38:50 Details On James Rodriguez Contract42:50 Jonny Perez Joins Chivas USA45:25 Myrto Uzuni Transfer Saga51:43 Discord Mailbag On Slow Transfer Windows57:55 2026 San Diego Season Preview w/Tony Sanchez (2 Balls And A Mic)1:11 2026 Nashville Season Preview w/Valair Shabilla (PharmaceuticalSoccer Podcast)

Our favorite annual tradition is back for the second time ever. Matt Doyle the keeper of the numbers rejoins the show to take Tom & Gass through the rankings. The three of them way in on every team in MLS and add in their locks for the five picks they each feel most confident about. Spoilers from DC United at the bottom to reigning MLS Cup champs Inter Miami at the top they talk through it all.**Note this was recorded on 1/27 due to the birth of Carmelo Skattebo Bogert. So some host takes will be dumber than usual.**

Get your pencils and notebooks out because it is time to get wiser about soccer together! Bobby Warshaw (Bloom Sports) takes David & Matt through the exercise of planning a winning MLS roster. He asks them the same questions he asks some of the biggest clubs CSO's. Listen to the debate and conversation. And you can answer the questions yourself about the club you would build. See the questions below and send the hosts your thoughts on Bluesky or in the Discord!What are your objectives for the next 1-3-5 years? How are we measuring our targets?What's your thesis on why you will be successful? In 1-2 sentences, tell me why you'll beat out the 29 other people trying to do the same thing as you?What are your Roster Pillars? What are the ~5 things that you need to achieve with your squad to be successful in MLS? (They do not need to be the same for every team.)What are the categories of players within your roster? How are you defining and measuring them?

We kick off our 17th season by digging into the newly introduced head coach of the Red Bulls: USMNT legend Michael Bradley. In this episode, Mark, Mike Battista, and Daniel Rebain cover: Bradley's Intro Presser (00:00) The upcoming preseason schedule (13:43) A look at offseason transactions (18:38) A roster upate (28:16) We chat with Matt Doyle of MLSSoccer.com (37:06) Your emails (53:20) Like & Subscribe!

To close out our holiday slate we have one of our favorite episodes. Friends of the show Matt Doyle & Bobby Warshaw come on to bounce around some big and small topics around MLS. They dig into what makes a winner and how they would run a club.

Three people who have been involved with popular sports television shows also have horse racing in common. One more thing. They are on this week's Ron Flatter Racing Pod. David Israel, the former chairperson of the California Horse Racing Board, takes time for a rare interview. He talks about what he would like to see change with the sport as well as his favorite races and his experience as a young sports writer covering the miracle on ice at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, N.Y. Sportscaster Kenny Mayne and TV producer Matt Doyle return for part 2 of a conversation which began with their stories about covering the ancient Palio di Siena bareback race in Italy. They have more stories about their international travel for Mayne's Wider World of Sports on ESPN. Co-hosts John Cherwa of the Los Angeles Times and Keith Nelson from Fairmount Park talk about some of their sports experiences and what remains atop their to-do lists. The Ron Flatter Racing Pod via Horse Racing Nation is available via free subscription from Apple, Firefox, iHeart and Spotify as well as HorseRacingNation.com.

Christian Polanco and Matt Doyle give their live reaction to the USMNT's historically dominant 5–1 win over Uruguay. Does Mauricio Pochettino have the team coming together at the right time, or is this just luck? Should the USMNT rely on Gio Reyna more going forward?Then, Christian and Matt share their biggest takeaways from the match, as well as their grade for the USMNT during this window. They also explain why Alex Freeman and Sebastian Berhalter impressed them the most against Uruguay.Finally, they look at the window as a whole and reveal who they think has locked up a roster spot for the USMNT at the World Cup. (0:00) – Match recap(6:00) – Breaking down USMNT's historic win(12:00) – The Gio Reyna dilemma(22:30) – USMNT vs. Uruguay: Players of the Game(32:30) – USMNT stock up / stock down Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: