Soccer 101

By TSS

All the soccer history and explainers you can handle

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

... more

4.9

837837 ratings

Download on the App Store

Download on the App Store

Get it on Google Play

FAQs about Soccer 101:

How many episodes does Soccer 101 have?

The podcast currently has 261 episodes available.

Soccer 101 episodes:

April 04, 2025 What is fixture congestion and what can teams do to combat it?
This week, we're taking a look at the scourge of the modern game: fixture congestion. Is it indeed a problem exclusive to the modern era? What can teams do to ease the workload? What can happen when a player is ‘red lining’? And the most important question: are we reaching breaking point?

WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!

JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
29min
March 28, 2025 What is the J.League and how has it strengthened the Japan national team?
With Japan officially qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, we wanted to take at domestic football in the country. In so doing, we attempt to answer questions like what is the J.League, how good is the league as a whole, how has it evolved over time, what role has it played in helping to strengthen the national team, and much much more!

WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!

JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
40min
March 24, 2025 What is CONCACAF, and what is its scandalous history?
This week, we're taking a look at everyone's favorite (or fourth favorite) confederation: Concacaf. How many countries does it oversee? What exactly does it oversee? Why is Jack Warner's time as head of the confederation so notorious? And what does the future hold in terms of expansion and mergers?

WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!

JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
38min
March 14, 2025 Why isn't Ligue 1 better? What are the issues it's faced, and how has it positioned itself for future growth?
This week, we're taking at the a league that boasts some high-profile clubs, a lot of youth talent, and some storied teams... and yet still isn't perceived as being particularly strong: Ligue 1. Why isn't the best league in France better than it is? What has been the league's standing historically? What contributes to the lack of growth and international success? Has PSG under Qatari ownership been detrimental to Ligue 1 as a whole? All that and much more!
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
38min
March 07, 2025 How do teams, players and managers handle the language barrier?
What do you do when your coach speaks one language, your center back another, and your striker a third? How do clubs handle language barriers between players and staff? Do teams just designate a couple languages that everyone needs to know? Does everyone just have to learn the GM's language? Are there a bunch of translators on the coaching staff? How do teams make this work?
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
34min
February 28, 2025 What are the best and worst rebrands in soccer history?
Graham and Taylor are together again to discuss the best and worst rebrands in club soccer. Why would a club want to rebrand, what are the benefits and drawbacks, who did it right, and who... did the opposite of that.
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
34min
February 21, 2025 Do Sporting Directors, GMs and Directors of Football all do the same thing?
It's an episode that guests your hosts confused multiple times... terminology! What exactly is a Sporting Director and is it the same thing as a Director of Football? What is a General Manager? Is that the same thing as a Sporting Director? What do Technical Directors technically direct? Those questions, and more, hopefully answered. Hopefully.
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
21min
February 14, 2025 What is a cult hero, and how does a player become one?
No flavor aid required for this episode... we're talking cult players! What is a cult hero, how does a player become one, and who are some of our personal favorites.
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
25min
February 07, 2025 What is The Big Six in the Premier League, and does it still exist?
Graham "The Big ONE" Ruthven and Taylor are together again to break down The Big Six in the Premier League: which clubs are included, how has the grouping evolved over time, and is it still a thing in 2025?
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
26min
January 31, 2025 An abbreviated history of Neymar, and why he's such a polarizing figure
What's the latest with Neymar, why has he been such a controversial figure in his career, and how will he be remembered by future generations? Plus, did he reach his full potential for club and country, and what comes next?
WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!
We're posting all our episodes here! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!
JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!
Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more.
Become a member today at patreon.com/totalsoccershow!
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
...more
45min

FAQs about Soccer 101:

How many episodes does Soccer 101 have?

The podcast currently has 261 episodes available.

More shows like Soccer 101

Men In Blazers by Men In Blazers

Men In Blazers

5,396 Listeners

Football Ramble by Stak

Football Ramble

1,995 Listeners

Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ... by TSS, The Athletic

Total Soccer Show: USMNT, Champions League, EPL, and more ...

3,688 Listeners

The 2 Robbies by NBC Sports Soccer

The 2 Robbies

1,761 Listeners

The Tennis Podcast by The Tennis Podcast

The Tennis Podcast

1,415 Listeners

ESPN FC by ESPN

ESPN FC

2,513 Listeners

The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs by The Athletic

The Leaf Report: A show about the Toronto Maple Leafs

66 Listeners

Tifo Football Podcast by The Athletic

Tifo Football Podcast

713 Listeners

The Totally Football Show with James Richardson by The Athletic

The Totally Football Show with James Richardson

1,018 Listeners

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast by FOX Sports

Alexi Lalas’ State of the Union Podcast

1,163 Listeners

Scuffed | USMNT, World Cup, Yanks Abroad, futbol in America by Adam Belz and Greg Velasquez

Scuffed | USMNT, World Cup, Yanks Abroad, futbol in America

958 Listeners

The Athletic NBA Daily by The Athletic

The Athletic NBA Daily

2,161 Listeners

Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend by Team Coco & Earwolf

Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

59,550 Listeners

Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball by The Athletic

Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

819 Listeners

The Athletic FC Podcast by The Athletic

The Athletic FC Podcast

483 Listeners

Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show by The Athletic

Handbrake Off: The Athletic FC's Arsenal show

335 Listeners

The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast by The Athletic

The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

237 Listeners

Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show by The Athletic

Walk On: The Athletic FC's Liverpool show

157 Listeners

The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show by The Athletic

The View From The Lane: The Athletic FC's Spurs show

296 Listeners

Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC's Chelsea show by The Athletic

Straight Outta Cobham: The Athletic FC's Chelsea show

417 Listeners

Full Time: A show about women's soccer by The Athletic

Full Time: A show about women's soccer

789 Listeners

The Athletic Hockey Show by The Athletic

The Athletic Hockey Show

472 Listeners

The Windup: A show about Baseball by The Athletic

The Windup: A show about Baseball

487 Listeners

Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast by CBS Sports

Call It What You Want: A CBS Sports Golazo Network Podcast

357 Listeners

Caught Offside by Caught Offside

Caught Offside

1,074 Listeners

Pablo Torre Finds Out by The Athletic

Pablo Torre Finds Out

2,513 Listeners

No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show by The Athletic

No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show

248 Listeners

Soccerwise | World Cup, U.S. Soccer, MLS, NWSL by Kickback Soccer Media

Soccerwise | World Cup, U.S. Soccer, MLS, NWSL

214 Listeners

Scoop City: Inside The NFL by The Athletic

Scoop City: Inside The NFL

207 Listeners

Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard by Landon Donovan, Tim Howard

Unfiltered Soccer with Landon Donovan and Tim Howard

417 Listeners

The Sports Gossip Show by The Athletic

The Sports Gossip Show

567 Listeners