Your intrepid hosts begin by discussing the latest results in the MLS is Back tournament, as well as the reality of European scouts hungrily waiting to take every fit player away from the Philadelphia Union. But with the knockout rounds in full swing and many young players performing well, why aren't the TV ratings improving? What the low viewership means for MLS in its present incarnation, and what the league can do moving forward to get more eyes on screens.
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Allocation Disorder: MLS is Back, but the TV ratings remain the same. What low viewership means for MLS, and how the league can move forward

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The TSS gang are here to review an action packed weekend, in which Bayer Leverkusen won their first-ever Bundesliga title in emphatic style, Arsenal and Liverpool faltered in the Premier League title race, and much much more!
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Weekend Review: Leverkusen's historic title and Man City take Premier League pole position!

Turkish soccer, which isn't exactly renowned for its serenity, hit headlines this week when Fenerbahce fielded an U19 team in the Turkish Super Cup against fierce rivals Galatasaray... before withdrawing the team from the field entirely.
This comes after Fener threatened to leave the Süper Lig, in a season that has been characterized by violence and controversial incidents.
On this week's Big Thing, the TSS crew survey the world of Turkish soccer, using the insight of former Istanbul resident Taylor Rockwell to gain some historical perspective on the current troubles.
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The Big Thing: Chaos and drama in Turkish soccer

Graham and Taylor somehow end up spending over an hour discussing this week's Champions League results! Uneven performances led to a spectacle of a match between Real Madrid and Manchester City, controversial non-calls in Arsenal and Bayern, Dortmund once again letting themselves down in the knockout round (this time against Atletico), and Barcelona's battling performance against a strong and adaptable PSG side.
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Champions League review: goals galore! Bayern and City score their way to draws on the road, Barcelona's mature performance, and Atletico take advantage of Dortmund's errors

Your favorite foursome is here to answer your questions!
1) If we could back in history to experience one season or tournament as one of the players, coaches, or referees involved, what would we pick?
2) If Leverkusen win out, are they the greatest non-Champions League team ever?
3) What do we make of future USWNT coach Emma Hayes' actions and comments after Chelsea's recent loss to Arsenal?
4) How can under 18-year-olds can sign contracts?
5) Why isn’t Luton Town’s Rob Edwards linked to bigger and better jobs?
6) What are expectations for FOX’s coverage of the Euros this summer?
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Listener Questions! Looking ahead to the Emma Hayes era, Luton Town’s outlook in the Premier League & so much more

Taylor, Gass, and Joe combine to chat about the latest from around MLS! We start off with an on-the-ground recap of the GA Cup and the various troubling issues that took place at the tournament. Then it's on to lighter topics, including the Red Bulls' big win over Cincy, chaos in Columbus, a statement in Seattle, joy (and suffering) in Texas, El Trafico, and more.
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Allocation Disorder: MLS is Back, but the TV ratings remain the same. What low viewership means for MLS, and how the league can move forward

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