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Reviewing the final group stage games of Euro 2022 and previewing the quarterfinal matchups, with particular emphasis on England v Spain AKA The Battle of Trafalgar II Jul 19, 2022

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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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Transfer Analysis: How Koulibaly strengthens Chelsea, life after Lewandowski at Bayern and Barcelona's financial gamble! Jul 18, 2022

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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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Allocation Disorder: DC United hires Wayne Rooney, Gareth Bale signing drama + LA Galaxy downfall Jul 15, 2022

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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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Listener Questions! Best introductions to tactical analysis, the rise and fall of Riqui Puig at Barcelona, clubs with abundant shirt sponsors, and many more! Jul 14, 2022

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On today's episode, it's time for some listener questions! The whole crew is back on mic to answer your questions:

1) What are the best ways to better understand soccer strategy and formations? Aside from watching games, are there online resources or something of that ilk?

2) Why do Mexican clubs have so many sponsors on their kits? Are there any other leagues who handle sponsors similarly?

3) How are we feeling about Leeds' transfer window so far?

4) What went wrong at Barcelona for Riqui Puig?

5) Is it a disadvantage for the USWNT to play in the CONCACAF W Championship while the UEFA Women's Euros are happening? Does the overall strength of NWSL balance out any difference in international competition?

6) How did Wembley come to be a national stadium where no club team plays? What other nations have this arrangement, and what in your eyes are the benefits of having a national stadium?

7) Why do people make fun of RFK Stadium and FedEx Field so much?

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2022 Euro Catch-Up: England and France impress, Spain and Denmark feeling the stress, the Netherlands will need to do more with less, and much much more! Jul 13, 2022

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Graham and Taylor take a look back at the 2022 Euros thus far. With every team having played at least one game, they get into the standout performers, tactical wrinkles, and major talking points that have dominated the competition thus far.

Group A - How did England put eight past Norway, and how much trouble might the Scandinavians be in when they take on Austria in their final group stage game?

Group B - Germany press their way into top spot, while Spain's lack of attacking prowess limited their chances against the Germans. Could Denmark spring a surprise in their upcoming match with Spain?

Group C - Draws ahoy! But Sweden and the Netherlands still looking strong!

Group D - Reports of France's demise may have been exaggerated... but second place is very much up for grabs!

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Reviewing the USWNT’s tough win over Mexico and answering listener questions! Jul 12, 2022

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Taylor and Joe are here to talk about the USWNT's most recent game: their final group stage match of the Concacaf W Championship against Mexico. What did we take away from the game? And what's next for the U.S.? We talk about that in the first two segments before answering some of your listener questions in the final segment!

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Cristiano Ronaldo's latest saga, how Raheem Sterling fits at Chelsea & the latest transfer updates! Jul 11, 2022

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Transfer watch! Ryan Bailey, Taylor Rockwell, Joe Lowery and Graham Ruthven convene to discuss the hold-ups in Frenkie De Jong's move away from Barcelona, the ways in which Borussia Dortmund are spending their Erling Haaland money, a wild summer in MLS and much more!

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The USWNT is going to the World Cup! Plus, Tyler Adams to the Premier League and Luca de la Torre to La Liga Jul 08, 2022

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The USWNT is going to the World Cup! On this episode, Taylor Rockwell and Joe Lowery dive into how the U.S. women’s national team has performed so far at the Concacaf W Championship. Then, after the USWNT talk, we discuss Tyler Adams’ move to Leeds and Luca de la Torre’s move to La Liga.

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Allocation Disorder: Tyler Adams to Leeds, Toronto FC’s summer moves + listener Q&A Jul 07, 2022

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Sam Stejskal and Paul Tenorio put into perspective what Toronto FC’s summer moves mean for the future of the club. Plus, USMNT star Tyler Adams is heading to Leeds United. And, the guys answer your mailbag questions.

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Listener Questions! Player rivalries, tactical differences between the USMNT and USWNT, slasher movies, and more Jul 06, 2022

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It’s listener questions time! The whole crew is here to answer your lovely questions. You can find the full list that we tackled down below.

1. What is an on-field rule change that we would implement to make soccer more exciting?

2. What are some of the biggest and most memorable rivalries between players?

3. What are the tactical differences between how the USMNT and the USWNT use their base 4-3-3 formations?

4. In the modern area (1990 to present), other than Landon Donovan who is the biggest USMNT World Cup roster snub?

5. What if, instead of awarding penalties, soccer implemented a power-play, where a goalkeeper would be unable to use their hands for a few minutes after the foul? How would the game change?

6. Which soccer stars would we cast in a slasher movie?

7. Who would win a game between 11 Taylor Rockwells and 11 Ryan Baileys?

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