Get your weekend started with Episode 43 of the Stars & Stripes FC Podcast! On this episode, we go through the U-23 training roster for Olympic qualifying. There were a few players who were removed, and some who were left off the roster. We explain why they are absent from the roster.

The USMNT have a couple of matches coming up. We discuss the one that was just announced against Jamaica as well as the test they will have against Northern Ireland as well.

Finally, the Sacramento Republic’s expansion slot in Major League Soccer appears to be up for grabs, as their main investor pulls out of the team and league due to financial reasons stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Which cities could re-enter the race should MLS open back up the 30th spot in the league?

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