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With Tom on paternity leave for a few weeks, Tab Ramos teams up with MLS Armchair Analyst Matt Doyle, and they are joined by USMNT legend Marcelo Balboa for an epic show! They discuss the pressure on the current National Team to at least reach the Quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, and why it was easier being the underdog back in the day. Tom and Marcelo talk about how Pochettino should have handled the ticket prices comments from Tim Weah, the Alex Freeman move to Villarreal, plus Ricardo Pepi's failed move to Fulham and it's impact on his place on the USMNT roster. We also get Marcelo's Starting XI for the U.S., his advice for the 2026 squad, and the behind the scenes details of his legendary near miss bicycle kick goal vs Colombia in the 1994 World Cup.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos are joined by USMNT analyst Brian Dunseth for a wide-ranging conversation on U.S. Soccer. The group revisits Tab’s legendary Snickers commercial, breaks down the latest transfer news involving Alex Freeman, Ricardo Pepi, and Patrick Agyemang, and digs into the biggest culture shift Mauricio Pochettino has brought to the national team. Dunseth unveils his USMNT Starting XI, sparking a debate about Weston McKennie’s role and why his presence on the field is essential. Plus, Dunny shares unforgettable stories from the 2000 U.S. Olympic team, including Landon Donovan's juggling, John O’Brien's fashion, and Clint Mathis' rock star status! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab are joined by Paul Tenorio of The Athletic to discuss the latest news on Josh Sargent's struggle to get to MLS, Weston McKennie's leverage over Juventus and Paul's Top 5 USMNT Things to Watch before the World Cup. Tab is honest about Gio Reyna and where he can be useful for the US Team, and Tab also tells an incredible story about the 1990 World Cup and how the US was unprepared for what was coming. Plus, we dive into the bizarre stealing of towels situation at the  AFCON Final and talk about Paul's new book, The Messi Effect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab get into the Pepi injury fallout, Josh Sargent's potential move to Toronto FC, what to make of Weston McKennie's goal scoring surge and when Christian Pulisic will come home to MLS. They answer your mailbag questions about the World Cup roster, players that didn't develop they way they thought and why Gio Reyna's run at Azteca sums up the current generation of USMNT players. Plus Tab goes back to Trinidad in 1989 for stories from the game that changed everything for U.S. Soccer with the "Shot Heard Round the World," and why Tab's pass may have been the key to Paul Caligiuri's legendary goal.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab welcome in their first guest, USMNT legend and one of New Jersey's finest Tony Meola. Tony and Tab talk about growing up in Kearny NJ, and how the soccer loving town played a role in their development. Then they discuss their plans for building a professional team in Kearny in the near future. Tony talks about why Tab is the greatest USMNT midfielder of all-time, and goes deep on the pressure Matt Freese will be facing at the World Cup this summer. Plus, Tony talks about his worst mistake on the biggest stage and how he handled everything.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab discuss the latest on Americans playing abroad as well as the most up to date news on injuries and transfer rumors. Should Mauricio Pochettino switch to a 3-5-2 formation and build the system around Christian Pulisic, should Ricardo Pepi move to the Premier League before the World Cup, and how do Weston McKennie, Brenden Aaronson and Patrick Agyemang fit in with the USMNT... Plus, what the U.S. need to improve on the most in 2026, Tab tells an incredible story from his career at N.C.State and why we should all be concerned about Tyler Adams' MCL injury as we approach the World Cup.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab discuss all the latest transfer rumors surrounding the USMNT players. Who is moving, who is staying, where might they go, and what decisions need to be made in January. They cover Christian Pulisic and Tyler Adams Manchester United rumors, Weston McKennie's contract issues with Juventus, if Alex Freeman should leave MLS for Spain, Haji Wright's chances of gong to the Premier League and Sebastian Berhalter looking closely at European opportunities. Tab also tells some incredible stories about his transfers to Real Betis, Tigres and then becoming the first player ever signed by MLS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab do their USMNT Year in Review Special! They grade the overall performance of the team during 2025, with some harsh words for Maurcio Pochettino. Both then give their Top-5 USMNT Players and Moments of the Year, including Tab's surprising #1 pick which changed everything for U.S. Soccer. Tab tells an incredible story from U20 World Cup Qualifiers in CONCACAF, and Tom gives all the latest info on the Tyler Adams injury.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab react to the USMNT's very favorable World Cup draw, breaking down the matchups with Paraguay, Australia, and likely Turkiye. They get into why expectations for the team are now raised, and how the draw will impact the team selection and lineups. Tab tells a couple of incredible stories about qualifying and preparing for the 1990 World Cup, and how much different things were for U.S. Soccer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom and Tab go through the very interesting weekend for Americans abroad, including Christian Pulisic sitting out, Ricardo Pepi and Tyler Adams scoring beautiful goals, Weston McKennie playing Right Wing Back and Tanner Tessmann at Center Back. They also discuss the USMNT players in MLS Cup, focussing on Brian White's chances of making the World Cup roster in the summer. They break down the Pot system and Preview the World Cup Draw. Plus, the Big Question of the week is based off of Mauricio Pochettino's comments about winning the World Cup. What would be considered a success for the U.S. at the World Cup this summer? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re focused on the USMNT World Cup roster watch. It’s important that we set the table on where the race for the roster stands. A lot can and will change between now and the summer. Who are locks? Who’s on the bubble? And who is on the outside looking in, position by position. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our debut episode Tom and Tab give you the backstory on their connection and breakdown the extremely successful November window for the USMNT. From how Mauricio Pochettino has changed the culture of the team, to who got themselves on the plane, and who is in trouble. They give their current Starting XI for the US team and Tab tells the story of how he helped identify Tanner Tessmann, brought him into the National Team fold and what makes him different than almost any other player on the team.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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