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Soccerwise is dedicated to covering the world of North American soccer with informed analysis on MLS, NWSL, the US National Teams, and everything else in between. Multiple times each week, you can join host David Gass, Tommy "Scoops" Bogert, Matt Doyle, and NWSL broadcaster Jordan Angeli as they break down the top matches, players, and stories in North American soccer, all while answering listener questions.
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U.S. Soccer COO Dan Helfrich joins David Gass to discuss the future of U.S. Soccer, the USMNT coaching search, youth development, preparations for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, and what's next for the federation.Welcome to the first episode of U.S. Soccerwise, our new weekly show covering the biggest stories across the U.S. men's, women's, and youth national teams.Dan shares how U.S. Soccer is approaching the search for the next USMNT head coach, the federation's long-term vision for player development and expanding access to the game, preparations for the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup and the 2028 Olympics, and what's ahead for the USMNT and USWNT.0:00 Welcome to U.S. Soccerwise 2:07 Meet U.S. Soccer COO Dan Helfrich 7:49 What Should U.S. Soccer Be Doing? 11:55 How U.S. Soccer Can Grow the Game 17:31 The U.S. Soccer Pathway: Youth to Pros 28:53 Evaluating the 2026 World Cup 32:14 The USMNT Coaching Search41:24 The Future of the USWNT: Road to 2027 47:23 Exciting U.S. Soccer Moments Ahead#USSoccer #USMNT #USWNT
Breaking news hits just before recording as Esther González and Gotham FC mutually agree to part ways. What does Esther's departure mean for Gotham FC's NWSL title hopes, and who steps up in her absence? David Gass and Jordan Angeli break it all down.Plus, Racing Louisville stuns Angel City FC, Washington Spirit climb to the top of the NWSL standings, Gotham FC and the Portland Thorns battle to an entertaining draw, Seattle Reign earn an impressive road win over San Diego Wave, and David and Jordan revisit their preseason predictions and update their outlook for the rest of the NWSL season.0:00 David Gass Returns from World Cup Duty4:47 BREAKING: Esther González Leaves Gotham FC15:24 Gotham FC vs. Portland Thorns Draw 2-227:02 Washington Edges Denver Summit Late33:07 Racing Louisville Stuns Angel City FC39:16 Seattle Reign Shut Out San Diego Wave41:49 Updated NWSL Predictions1:00:55 Midweek NWSL Matches
Hell Is Real delivered another unforgettable chapter as emotions boiled over between Columbus and Cincinnati, reminding everyone why it's become one of MLS's fiercest rivalries. David Gass, Tom Bogert and Matt Doyle break down the drama from one of the league's marquee rivalries before turning to Columbus' statement performance, Portland's emotional farewell to Felipe Mora and the latest storylines from another eventful MLS weekend.The crew also opens the Ice Cream Shop for the latest MLS transfer news, breaks down the impact of Mbekezeli Mbokazi's injury and Sebastian Berhalter's departure, before wrapping up with an edition of Buy or Sell as they debate which Eastern Conference teams they trust to make the playoffs.0:00 Opening Chat 6:58 Felipe Mora's Portland Farewell 15:22 San Diego's Chucky Lozano Problem 21:05 Columbus Is Back? 27:25 Hell Is Real: Tempers Flare33:00 Texas Derby & Cali Clásico 38:05 Inter Miami Keeps Rolling 42:00 Ice Cream Shop | MLS Transfer News 54:49 Mbekezeli Mbokazi's Injury Impact 59:00 Sebastian Berhalter's Departure1:04:07 Buy or Sell | Eastern Conference
Sebastian Berhalter is headed to Middlesbrough, Atlanta United are pursuing a blockbuster signing, and Robert Lewandowski makes his long-awaited MLS debut.David Gass and Tom Bogert break down the biggest MLS transfer news before reacting to another wild midweek MLS slate, including Jack Harrison, Benji Flowers, Casemiro, Antoine Griezmann, Vancouver, FC Dallas, St. Louis and Philadelphia Union.0:00 Welcome Back & MLS Midweek Madness4:07 Sebastian Berhalter to Middlesbrough & Vancouver's Next Move15:51 Atlanta United Chasing Darwin Núñez25:13 Jack Harrison to New England Revolution33:15 Toronto Lands Nicholas Dorsch37:47 Benji Flowers' Chelsea Move & FC Dallas' Future44:50 Casemiro, Discovery Rights & MLS Roster Rules51:30 Robert Lewandowski's MLS Debut54:19 St. Louis Keeps Rolling vs. LA Galaxy58:22 LA Galaxy's Summer Transfer Window1:01:53 Antoine Griezmann Debut & Philadelphia Big Win1:10:26 Around MLS: Austin, Seattle, Colorado & LAFC1:20:11 Final Thoughts
Jordan Angeli is joined one more time (for now) by NWSL commentator and znalyst extraordinaire Jill Loyden. The duo react to Spain’s 1-0 victory over Argentina as La Furia Roja claim their second Men’s World Cup trophy in history and reflect on what this tournament meant to them. NWSL approaches the midway mark of the season and the crew recaps games from the weekend. Women’s African Cup of Nations approaches and a variety of teams will be missing key figures. Lindsey Heaps makes her NWSL return as she and Denver Summit defeat her old club, the Portland Thorns, 2-1. Then, the Soccerwise NWSL Power Rankings are updated for the first time since June and the table has shifted.0:00 World Cup Final reaction and reflections on the entire tournament9:58 Women’s African Cup of Nations player absences16:13 Kansas City Current vs. San Diego Wave playing to a lively 2-2 draw22:12 Bay FC throttle NC Courage 3-029:02 Utah Royals defeat Orlando Pride 1-035:49 Lindsey Heaps' debut as Denver Summit open new stadium with 2-1 win over Portland42:44 NWSL Power Rankings Return52:23 Close
The World Cup is over, and Major League Soccer is back. David Gass, Tom Bogert and Matt Doyle share their biggest World Cup takeaways before breaking down the latest MLS news, including Hugo Cuypers' move to CF Monterrey, coaching changes and roster moves. Plus, they discuss the Portland Timbers, San Diego FC, Kai Wagner and the search for Don Garber's successor as MLS commissioner.0:00 Intro 4:40 World Cup Takeaways 12:33 Hugo Cuypers to CF Monterrey 23:18 Portland Timbers Hire Martí Cifuentes 30:37 San Diego FC Sign Tunisia International38:01 Nashville SC Strengthen Their Squad 46:11 Kai Wagner & Philadelphia Union52:12 Daryl Dike & Orlando City 57:29 Don Garber's Successor1:05:42 Vancouver Whitecaps' Future
Susannah Fuller, David Gass and Matt Doyle react to the World Cup Final, analyzing Spain's championship performance, Argentina's run, Lionel Messi's legacy and the standout performances from the final.
Jordan is joined one more time this week by NWSL Commentator and Friend of The Show, Jill Loyden. The pair react to the 2026 World Cup semifinal results before diving into the NWSL world. The Queen’s Classic marked +42,000 attendees in Queens, NY and Sam Kerr’s return as Gotham FC achieved a 1-0 victory over the Washington Spirit. Previewing Kansas City vs. San Diego in a Battle of The Seams (listen for Jill’s coaching breakdown on this), Seattle vs. Gotham, Denver’s first game with Lindsey Heaps available vs. Portland and Boston Legacy facing off against Washington after achieving their first road victory in club history. 00:18 - Intro and a peek behind the production curtain at Soccerwise 02:06 - Reacting to the 2026 World Cup semifinal results 04:45 - Gotham FC vs. Washington Spirit, Sam Kerr’s Return 09:09 - Denise O’Sullivan joins Gotham FC and re-assessing the Gotham roster 18:01 - What went wrong for Washington21:01 - Jordynn Dudley Injury and The impact of the Wildfire Smoke in NY24:37 - Previewing Kansas City vs. San Diego feat. The Seam Queens 32:48 - Seattle Reign vs. Gotham FC 36:26 - Denver Summit vs. Portland Thorns, possible the first start for Lindsey Heaps 42:30 - Boston Legacy vs. Washington Spirit 48:52 - Close
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