We last checked in on the Kansas City Current in Week 1. What a difference a month makes! They're sitting atop the table on 10 points, have a potential superstar in Temwa Chawinga, and got a road point against Evan and Eric's preseason title favorite, Gotham FC. But is Chawinga the real deal? Were Juan Carlos Amorós's tactics too clever by half? Wh…

The USWNT is SheBelieves Cup champion once again. Woo...hoo? The Twila Kilgore era comes to a close on a second penalty shootout win over Canada in a month, and leaves us wondering: what did Kilgore do well? What did she miss on? Is the team in better shape now than it was back in August? Furthermore, who is in pole position for each Olympics roste…

Ben went to the Rapids game and hits us with some in person reporting, and the guys answer some listener questions including: how do we make more soccer analysts?על ידי ASA Show

No fewer than three NWSL games were decided in the final moments of stoppage time last weekend, but each were decided in different ways. San Diego survived its battle of attrition through well timed bravery, while Portland's overwhelming attacking talent finally breached Louisville's walls. Bay FC and the Houston Dash fully embraced their stubborn,…

Harrison returns from his Kraken based absence and the crew talk about some early season things that may or may not continue as the sample size fairy visits us every week. Also, trivia.על ידי ASA Show

A jam-packed, wackadoo weekend unfolded in the NWSL, with golazos and refereeing madness and everything in between. Eric, Evan and Arianna drill down on the Washington Spirit's 2-1 victory over Bay FC. Are Bay's tactics naïve? Has their depth been exposed? Is Croix Bethune the resurrection and the light? 1) Maybe 2) Probably 3) Get on your knees an…

The greatest league in the world has returned, and boy was it a doozy! From first-minute penalties in Seattle, to the Naeher-aissance denying Utah their first-ever win in front of a "sold out" crowd, to 17-year-old Kennedy Fuller making as many headlines as Bay FC goalscorer Asisat Oshoala, there were narratives galore. But Eric, Evan, and Arianna …

​​We did it. NWSL Season Preview Week concludes with last year’s champions and Shield winners, who square off tonight in the NWSL Challenge Cup. The Wave added a genuine playmaker in Savannah McCaskill, but otherwise remain largely unchanged from their table-topping campaign. Will McCaskill and USWNT phenom Jaedyn Shaw be enough to keep Casey Stone…

The day has arrived! Arianna “Doc” Cascone makes her xOG début as we head into the homestretch of NWSL Season Preview Week. First up, Eric and Evan consider another team whose offseason was influenced by ownership transition. The Thorns replaced Crystal Dunn with Jessie Fleming (lol) and blended veteran re-signings with some young and untested inte…

Harrison goes to watch the Kraken, so Kieran and Ben commiserate as wooden spoon buddies. An update on the g+ draft and a deep dive on an MLS legend's instagram feed.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

Another two-episode day here at xOG for NWSL Season Preview Week. We’re heading out to the the best coast to talk about two playoff teams at a crossroads. Angel City seems to be tightening budgets as the bill comes due for their previous offseason work. Will now-permanent head coach Becki Tweed be able to recapture the magic of their playoff run, w…

**RECORDED BEFORE SIMONE CHARLEY’S AND RAFAELLE’S INJURY ANNOUNCEMENTS** ​​In part two of today’s entries in xOG’s NWSL Season Preview Week, Eric and Evan dive into the fetid swamps of two teams making big moves but also not completely certain of their futures. Pride GM Haley Carter made a big, late splash in signing Barbra Banda. Orlando will scor…

Our second episode today heads down south for the next edition of NWSL Season Preview Week. Louisville has a clear recruitment strategy—buy low on young internationals—but are hoping for a clear stylistic identity with new head coach Bev Yanez. The Dash are doing something similar with Fran Alonso and players like Cece Kizer and rookie Avery Patter…

​​It’s a two-episode day on xOG as we roll along with NWSL Season Preview Week and continue to enjoy our new partnership with American Soccer Analysis! Eric and Evan dig into two teams undergoing massive change. The Chicago Red Stars have new owners, a new GM, and a new head coach, as they begin their long but hopeful rebuild. The Current hired Vla…

This is a really exciting day. In addition to launching NWSL Season Preview Week--an entire week of content previewing all 14 teams--we are thrilled to announce that we've partnered with American Soccer Analysis to be their women's soccer content partner! If you've already subscribed to us on our feed, no need to do anything; episodes will show up …

The pod returns for the 2024 season, with a new member! The gents debate the morality of good and bad developments for MLS, and draft a g+ competition.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

It’s the end of the MLS seasons and the lads discuss MLS Cup, give Nancy his flowers, and go team by team with non denominational holiday gifts for every MLS team. As always, trivia.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

The boys get in the weeds about the MLS playoff format, congratulate some ASA alum, and trivia returns.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

Oh boy, cover your children’s ears, Kieran and Harrison get HEATED while a rugged Ian moderates the Best XI discussion.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

Ian returns from the Wrexham Whooping Cough and the LADS talk about worthy Supporter’s Shield winners FC Cincinnati before diving into playoff probabilities and some of the difficulty in modelling MLS. Also, trivia.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

Ian is out with Messi Fever and the boys called in backup. Former Vancouver Whitecaps Director of Recruitment Nikos Overheul opens our eyes into recruitment in MLS, the value of strategic thinking, how to build a team/organization. And also, trivia.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

A lil bit of MLS potpourri as it were, and trivia.על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

We tried our best, okay?על ידי Kieran Doyle-Davis

The boys try a cold open, Harrison enjoys Happy Hour, there really is nothing fun to say about Portland.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

Many technical difficulties made this very late. We hope you enjoy it anyway. We discuss Colorado, Montreal, Miami and of course there is trivia from the Kingmakerעל ידי American Soccer Analysis

Some kind of big signing happened, and so the boys have to talk about that for a while, but hopefully in an interesting way and not the dumb breathless OMG MESSI kind of way. Also, Houston and Nashville. And Trivia.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

It’s time for our deep dive on Austin and St Louis. Also, trivia.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

The lads take an entire episode to judge soccer players worth based on their salaries.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

Arielle, Arianna, and Kieran sit down to discuss some early takeaways from the NWSL season.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

The guys meet on an “internet phone call” of sorts to discuss the latest MLS narratives, and then deep dive on Chicago and RSL. Also, Trivia. Note: This was recorded back on May 2, prior to some relevant MLS news breaking, and uploaded a bit late due to technical issues.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

Harrison, Kieran, and Ian remember a guy, discuss a fledgling Charlotte, a resurgent Vancouver, and then do some trivaעל ידי American Soccer Analysis

Harrison, Kieran, and Ian discuss that really weird trade, the Vanzeir incident, the Red Bulls and Toronto Football Club. Also, there is trivia.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

The ASA boys weekly discussion turns to that of FC Cincinnati and what helped turn them around from punching bag to prizefighter. Also trivia.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

Ian, Kieran, and Harrison discuss the greatest team in Major League Soccer history, and also the LA Galaxy and the Columbus Crew.על ידי Ian L.

Arielle, Arianna, and Kieran sit down to discuss the upcoming NWSL campaign.על ידי American Soccer Analysi

The guys sit down and talk about the goings on in MLS over the first two weeks of the season, our new Apple overlords, and then dive deep on Seattle. Then, of course, is trivia.על ידי American Soccer Analysis

This one's a little late, but the boys discuss MLS Cup.Intro: Let's Go Get The Goal - Don't Kick the Baby Outro: Guns for Hire - Woodkid Edited/Produced by Simon Thwaitsעל ידי American Soccer Analysi

Kieran and Ian discuss the MLS semifinals, and preview MLS Cup. Intro - Let's go Get the Goal - Don't Kick the Baby Outro - Ready for Tomorrow - Ratboy & IDBYעל ידי American Soccer Analysis

The ASA lads discuss some MLS Playoffs. That's it. That's the Podcast. Intro: Let's Go Get the Goal - Don't Kick the Baby Outro: Chaise Longue - Wet Legעל ידי American Soccer Analysis

The American and Canadian lads have a chat about their picks for end of season awards. The "Kieran Does Trivia" segment provides one of the most dramatic moments in sports history. Intro: Let's Go Get the Goal - Don't Kick The Baby Outro: I Really Want to Stay at Your House - Rosa Walton, Hallie Coggins…

Two shows in two weeks from the ASA boys. This is an unprecedented run of form. Guest Mike Imburgio comes on to help discuss recruitment, Atlanta, Dallas, LA, and of course Harrison demolishes Ian at MLS trivia. Intro: Let's Go Get the Goal - Don't Kick the Baby Outro: Hitohira No Hanabira - Stereopony…

The Boys are back? Harrison, Ian, and Kieran break down some of the more interesting storylines of the MLS campaign thus far. Kieran puts Ian and Harrison's MLS knowledge to the test, and they are found wanting. Intro: Let's Go Get The Goal - Don't Kick The Baby Outro: Across That Fine Line - Nation of Language…

Hello World! The ASA Pod has once again as promise returned! But in such epic fashion as has never before been seen. This episode boasts a grand total of 179 minutes, nearly 3 hours, of beautiful audio content. All discussing National Teams and the United States Men’s National Team to be specific. A grand conversations on sample size, squad selecti…

Folks, we’re back. This time with some smarty pants folks. One of the ASA founders and all around smart guy Matthias Kullowatz drops by to do some high level discussions of G+. Additionally we have Jamon Moore who hangs out and helps facilitate hosting duties in Ian’s stead. We appreciate all those that sent DM’s or public messages to help facilita…

Harrison (@harrison_crow) and Ian (@ahandleforian) offer up some takes on the newest cryptocurrency which is being lauded by multiple MLS players. They let it be known that they each (and producer Simon too) are willing to do any advertisements for money! Oh, they also talk some soccer and even a bit of European Football. Intro: Let’s Go Get the Go…

Harrison (@harrison_crow) and Ian (@ahandleforian) take on some of the burning questions that exist in the back of your mind. Such what the heck is happening statistically between Nashville, NYC and Sporting. The two then suddenly have a barrage of DC takes because… who knew? There is also some random dunking on Gio Savarese. Enjoy! Intro: Let’s Go…

Harrison (@harrison_crow) and Ian (@ahandleforian) catch back up on some of the items they’ve missed from their mini break. Seems like these San Jose folks are good, maybe Vancouver too? What is the drama in Atlanta and Columbus? We talk about it plus other things in the G+ realm. Tune in! Intro: Let’s Go Get the Goal - Don’t Kick the Baby The Cat …

Harrison (@harrison_crow) and Ian (@ahandleforian) must address the elephant in the room and talk gasp Euro soccer (sorry, Drew). Then review the week one events of Major League Soccer as it pertains to them while also highlighting some numbers and various statistical narratives from the week. The guys then break down some of their thoughts on the …

Not one but two Podcasts this week as this is part 2 of our MLS 2021 between Harrison (@harrison_crow) and Ian (@ahandleforian) as they discuss the Western Conference. Intro: Let’s Go Get the Goal - Don’t Kick the Baby Outro: Break my Fall - Doc Robinsonעל ידי American Soccer Analysis

Part 1 of our MLS 2021 Preview with Harrison (@harrison_crow) and Ian (@ahandleforian) covers the Eastern Conference by our vary own and unique power ranking system, enjoy! Intro Let’s Go Get the Goal - Dont’ Kick the Baby Outro: Only Home I’ve Ever Known - The California Honeydropsעל ידי American Soccer Analysis