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Episode 326 (Previewing USMNT-Canada, recapping USMNT-El Salvador) Sep 05, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep breaks down the U.S. men's national team's 0-0 draw with El Salvador in its World Cup qualifying opener, as well as previewing Sunday's home qualifying opener vs. Canada. Episode 325 takes a closer look at Thursday's draw, including the lackluster performances of several youngsters, and the few bright spots among the bunch, including Tyler Adams and Tim Ream. Ives breaks down the match-ups to watch on Sunday, including Canada's dangerous strikers against the USMNT's likely center back tandem of John Brooks and Miles Robinson.

Episode 325 (USMNT-El Salvador Preview) Sep 01, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep previews the U.S. men's national team's Concacaf World Cup qualifying opener vs. El Salvador, breaking down the team's lineup options and what to expect from El Salvador. Episode 325 also catches up on all the Americans Abroad transfer action, including the moves made by Matthew Hoppe, Chris Richards, Cameron Carter-VIckers and more. Ives wraps up Episode 325 talking MLS, and the weekend's big results.

Episode 324 (Breaking down the USMNT World Cup qualifying roster) Aug 28, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep breaks down the U.S. men's national team roster for September's World Cup qualifiers, including Ricardo Pepi's inclusion, as well as the absences of some Gold Cup standouts, and why some fringe veterans made the cut over more highly-rated prospects. Episode 324 also digs into the Americans Abroad scene, including the UEFA Champions League draw and how it went for the Americans in the competition. Ives wraps things up discussing MLS, including the All-Star Game, the recent coaching changes with Real Salt Lake and Vancouver, while also looking ahead to the weekend's action.

Episode 323 (Talking Weston McKennie's club future, Ricardo Pepi, MLS-Liga MX, and more Aug 25, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep digs into the Weston McKennie transfer rumors, and where his future is most likely to be with his days at Juventus seemingly numbered. Episode 323 also discusses Ricardo Pepi's U.S. men's national team future, and why Gregg Berhalter needs to call him up whether Pepi is ready to commit to being cap-tied or not. The MLS-Liga MX love affair goes under the SBI Show microscope, and Ives lays out why he thinks combining the two leagues into one super league is a terrible idea.

Episode 322 (Talking Pulisic cover,USMNT striker options, and more) Aug 21, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep breaks down the latest news on Christian Pulisic's positive COVID-19 test, and what it could mean for the U.S. men's national team. Episode 322 also discusses USMNT striker options in the midst of a rash of injuries, and the player who Gregg Berhalter should be calling in to be part of the upcoming national team camp. Ives also previews the weekend's MLS schedule, and gives you his picks for Rivalry Week, including the New York derby.

Episode 321 (Pulisic's fast start, Reyna's positional future, and more) Aug 18, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep looks back at some of the top Americans Abroad performers of the past weekend, and this week, including Christian Pulisic, Brenden Aaronson, Konrad De La Fuente and more. Episode 321 also digs into the latest the transfer front, and where things stand with some Americans expected to make summer move, such as Matthew Hoppe, Chris Richards and more. Ives also discusses USWNT legend Carli Lloyd, who announced her plans to retire, and asks the question of whether Lloyd is the best female player of all time. We also look back at the top results from the weekend's MLS action, and look ahead to all 11 of Wednesday's MLS matches.

Episode 320 (Talking Americans Abroad, the USMNT attack, and more) Aug 14, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep breaks down the latest on the Americans Abroad front, including Joe Scally's impressive Bundesliga debut, Christian Pulisic's Super Cup win and Chelsea playing status, and more. Episode 320 also digs into the U.S. men's national team's options in midfield and at forward, with a closer look at the players Gregg Berhalter is likely to bring to the World Cup qualifying camp. David Ochoa's decision to play for Mexico is another topic we take a deep dive on, as we ponder what Ochoa's decision means for the USMNT program, and what, if anything, can be done to prevent more Mexican-Americans from choosing to play for El Tri. The MLS weekend slate is the last topic, with a look at this weekend's top picks, and a look back at the midweek results in Leagues Cup and Concacaf Champions League.

Episode 319 (Talking Josh Sargent's transfer, USMNT defenders, and more) Aug 11, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep takes a closer look at Josh Sargent's transfer to Norwich City, and also discusses Konrad De La Fuente's impressive Ligue 1 debut with Marseille and Joe Scally's promising debut with Borussia Moenchengladbach. Episode 319 also breaks down the goalkeeper and defender options for the U.S. men's national team's World Cup qualifying squad in September, including the players who need to sort out their club situations if they are going to be included. Lastly, MLS is covered, and the new League's Cup is discussed, with Seattle enjoying a winning start while Sporting Kansas City was beaten badly after starting a reserve squad against Club Leon. The past weekend's league results are also touched on, including Atlanta United's big win and Toronto FC's comeback against New York City FC, which raises some questions about how the team is handling Michael Bradley.

Episode 318: Talking Americans Abroad transfers, MLS moves, and more Aug 07, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep breaks down the recent transfer moves involving Americans, as well as the American players due to make moves in the near future. Another topic of discussion is the Gold Cup and the potential role that missing out on the Olympics played in helping the USMNT field a stronger team to help win the Gold Cup. A busy MLS transfer period is also discussed, including the flurry of signings and deals made this past week. Ives closes the show previewing the weekend's MLS action, while also giving you his best bets for those folks who partake in betting on MLS action.

Episode 317 (Gold Cup Final recap) Aug 03, 2021

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Host Ives Galarcep takes a look back at the U.S. men's national team's Gold Cup final triumph over Mexico, breaking down the top performers and storylines. Episode 317 also discusses the U.S. women's national team's elimination from Olympic gold medal contention after losing to long-time rival Canada. Ives also touches on David Ochoa's reported decision to play for Mexico, looks back at some of the MLS results of the weekend, and more.

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