Major League Soccer Talk

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan bring you discussion of the latest North American soccer happenings.  The crew starts out going through the newswire for both MLS and Americans Abroad news.  The top story is of course David Beckham's new deal with both MLS and LA Galaxy.  Top Yanks Abroad story is the streaking form of Fulham striker, Clint Dempsey.

The second segment is all about the USMNT Camp Cupcake edition's first match, a 1 - 0 win late over Venezuela.  Who impressed and who needs to be forgotten come callup time?  Who has the potential to garner a potential 2014 WC roster spot?  Chris and Chris also briefly preview US - Panama.  All this and more on the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS ... as always, bringing you a view of the beautiful game from an American and regional perspective.

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan play catchup on the massive amount of news already accrued during this year's first half month.  Whether it be European stars going back across the pond on loan or young Americans trying their hands (er, feet) on another continent, the gang has thoughts.  

Also on the billing is a review of the MLS Superdraft and a discussion on how important the draft is to team building.  Chris squared also discuss CCL and US Open Cup format changes. US Men's National Team news and notes closes out the show.  All this and more on a brand new MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS ... as always bringing you a view of the beautiful game from an American and regional perspective! 

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan get you up to date on the latest North American soccer news.  The show starts off with MLS news and notes.  With the big story of course being Landon Donovan's 2 month loan to Everton.  The second segment is a wrapup of the Western Conference for the 2011 MLS season. 

The final segment is devoted to Americans abroad coverage, as there were quite a few yanks socring goals over the last week.  Three of those goals came by American goal scorers in the UEFA Europa League.  We also give our final power rankings for the MLS Season.  All this and more on the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS!

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer ... your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan discuss the latest happenings in the North American soccer world.  There are plenty of player moves, including young CONCACAF talent coming to the league.  We have an American (Greg Berhalter) coaching abroad in Sweden. Also on the billing is the Re-Entry Draft, Americans abroad updates (Guzan, Onyewu, Fabian Johnson, etc.) and discussion of the US Olympic (U-23) squad's December camp, as well as qualifying schedule. 

Chris and Chris also provide a wrap-up of the 2011 MLS season for the Eastern Conference.  The crew discusses each sides' strengths and weaknesses, as well as a review of their performance.  All this and more on the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS ... as always, bringing you a view of the beautiful game from an American and Regional perspective!

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk podcast, your host Chris Riordan is joined by the Dalai Lama of Soccer, Simon Allen.  Chris and Simon talk the latest news coming through the North American soccer pipeline ... including the picks made in the first round of the Re-Entry Draft, player moves (Russel to DC, Nagamura to KC, etc.) and Arlo White (NBC) as the new voice for MLS soccer. 

The crew also discuss Clint Dempsey's milestone 37th Premiership goal and his trailblazing run in Europe, upcoming USMNT friendlies.  We also get Simon's firsthand recounting of the atmosphere for this year's MLS Cup Final.  All this and more on the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS ... as always, bringing you a view of the beautiful game from an American and regional perspective!

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan bring you a view of the beautiful game from an American and regional perspective.  On the crew's first offseason show, the news wire is full of tidbits from around the league ... including more on David Beckham's plans moving forward and the MLS Expansion draft.  Beyond the draft, Montreal Impact make a flurry of TFC - like moves. 

The segment second finds Chris and Chris discussing the current league and playoff format.  Riordan highlights Grant Wahl's idea for the postseason, while Webb likes the current format, albeit with a few tweaks.  One thing is for sure ... it's hard to please everybody when it comes to the beautiful game and league / playoff format on this continent.  All this and more on the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS!!!!

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan, bring you a view of the beautiful game from an American and regional perspective.  Chris and Chris start off the show by breaking down the Los Angeles Galaxy's 1 - 0 victory in MLS Cup final over Houston.  The conversation inevitably turns to a discussion about both David Beckham's future and the mark he has left on the league. 

Chris and Chris then go through some of the big MLS news items ... including the MLS Expansion Draft, (Who will Montreal pick up?) the new league and playoff format, US Soccer analyst changes and Jay Heaps in as head man at New England.  We also discuss Carlos Costly's short tenure in MLS. 

Finally, Chris squared break down the latest USMNT peformance, in Slovenia.  Also, the third round of CONCACAF qualifying's schedule has been announced and the crew breaks down the matchups and look forward to a trip to the Caribbean for National Team match.  All this and more on the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS!!!!

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your host Chris Riordan is joined by legendary USMNT, Metrostars and Wizards Goalkeeper, Tony Meola.  In partnership with Allstate, (we've all seen the Tim Howard commercials) Tony has been involved with some soccer related events and has been travelling the country for both USMNT and MLS events.  Tony talks about an array of topics including the success of the US goalkeeping pool, the potential heir apparent to Tim Howard and being a 100 capper for the USMNT.

We also get Tony's take on what will happen at MLS Cup Final, the German Americans on the National Team and more.  Special thanks to Allstate for making this happen.  Tune into the latest edition of the MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS to hear from a true icon in US Soccer!!!!

On the latest edition of the Major League Soccer Talk : This Week in US Soccer, your host Chris Riordan is joined by Fox Soccer Report's Eoin O'Callaghan.  We get Eoin's thoughts on the USMNT, including whether Jurgen Klinnsman will stick with the diamond 4-4-2, after the US defeated Slovenia 3 - 2.  With so many players eventually returning, Donovan and eventually JF Torres and Stuart Holden, how will this shake up the current lineup?

We also hear where Eoin stands on both the MLS end of year awards and how he sees the MLS Cup final playing out.  As a special bonus for our Irish - American listeners, the Irish National Team is discussed.  You can also check out Eoin and Bobby McMahon at soccerreportextra.com ... With an Irishman and Irish American on one podcast, it's time to hide your beer, hide your women and hide your fist ... while listening to the latest MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS!!!!

On the latest edtion of the Major League Soccer Talk Podcast : This Week in US Soccer, your hosts Chris Webb and Chris Riordan bring you a view of the beautiful game from an American and regional perspective.  The end of the year is upon us and it's time for the MLS Talk Award show ... Chris and Chris name their MLS Best 11's, both for first and second teams.  They also give their picks for an array of awards, ranging from Coach of the Year to league MVP.  Also discussed is Don Garber's state of the league address, will DC United be Baltimore United next year?  Can Garber follow through on desire to make MLS a top world league by 2022 as he stated in his conference call? 

Chris squared also review the latest disappointing USMNT friendly (1-0 loss to France) and preview the MLS Cup final.  How do the Galaxy and Dynamo match up head to head on each phase of the pitch?  Finally, Round 2 of CONCACAF WCQ is almost over and all groups have winners before the final matchday.  In the CONCACAF Report, the crew discuss who what countries they think will advance to the Hexagonal, as the Round 3 groups all set up.  Tune to find out where they stand ... on another action packed episode of the MLS Talk Podcast : TWIUSS!!!!