Soccer 2 the MAX

On this episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins go through the weekend games in Major League Soccer. FC Dallas has now gone into the bottom half of the table. Is it time to panic in Frisco? While Toronto FC have separated themselves in the Eastern Conference. Is this the best Toronto team ever? Should fans be worried in Chicago? Plus all the rest of the ups and downs from this weekend's games.

After that, the guys breakdown the 26 names announced for the U.S. Men's National Team World Cup 2018 qualifiers against Costa Rica and Honduras. Did we like who Bruce Arena called-in. What can fans expect from these two games? Do the U.S. need all 6 points? What about the other teams in the Hexagonal? They discuss all of these things.

Finally, since Rachael McKriger isn't here, the two end things with a quick run through of the action in NWSL, standings, and Sam Kerr's record tying goal.

This episode of Soccer 2 the MAX begins with Erik Watkins and Rachael McKriger talking about the latest week of NWSL action. Along with the big news of Christy Holly stepping down as Sky Blue FC Coach. The Christie Pearce injury. Plus, the Amanda Acosta retirement as well.

Then, Sean Garmer joins the show to talk MLS games with Erik. What is going in with FC Dallas? How did the new signings help D.C. United? Is Toronto FC the team to beat? Does Orlando have any chance? We discuss all these things. Plus, Pablo Mastroeni's time at Colorado.

Finally, we end things by talking about Turner Sports using a streaming service for when they get UEFA Champions League and Europa League Rights next year. Is this really a good decision? Could this backfire on them. Especially considering that Univision also has rights (albeit in Spanish) as well?

On this episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Rachael McKriger analyze the U.S. Open Cup Semi-Final between Sporting KC and the San Jose Earthquakes. Should MLS go the way of Europe and adopt the ABBA Penalties? Are Sporting KC now the team to beat in the Open Cup Final? Or are they lacking a little something?

Then, the crew goes through the transfers that just crossed the deadline. Specifically looking at the three big moves D.C. United made, and why Erik feels they weren't the right ones. Orlando possibly could make another move. Carlos Vela becomes the first signing for LAFC, but Sean wonders why Mexico is upset he didn't sign with a Liga MX club. Plus, even more on what each team did at the deadline.

Finally, the trio end the show by discussing the Orlando Pride's 3-0 win. Alex Morgan scores once again, and should Ashlyn Harris be starting at Goalkeeper when she returns? Rachael doesn't think so.

On this episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins go through the MLS Games from the weekend. What's going on with FC Dallas? Have Seattle flipped the switch? Are we surprised by the run from Vancouver? Did they get it right with the first VAR decisions? We discuss all of this and more.

In-between some of those games, we also discuss some transfers like Yoshimar Yotun to Orlando City, Zoltan Steiber emminently going to D.C. United, and a few more.

Finally, the guys discuss the happenings of NWSL for the week. Can we take anything out of the Washington Spirit's 4-1 win over Sky Blue? Alex Morgan scores a goal for Orlando, and the North Carolina Courage are in first place again.

We end the show by talking about the UEFA Women's EURO 2017 Final. How great the game was, and what the win means for Netherlands. Plus, the new penalty shootout system was unveiled in the FA Community Shield this weekend. Is it better than the original system?

On this episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Rachael McKriger discuss the final Tournament of Nations game for the U.S. Women's National Team. A 3-0 win over Japan, which wasn't as easy as it looked. Who stood out? Did anyone's stock rise or fall going forward for the national team? Why does Rachael still have a bone to pick with Jill Ellis?

After that, Rachael heads out, and the boys stick around to discuss the MLS All-Star game. What did we think of the festivities, the game, and is it a big deal that MLS took Real Madrid to penalties?

Finally, the guys discuss some MLS transfer news, and have a conversation on Promotion and Relegation in U.S. Soccer.

On this episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Rachael McKriger are a bit more jovial than usual. Especially, since the U.S. Women's National team came back from 3-1 down and in nine minutes recovered to beat Brazil 4-3.

However, it wasn't all roses for USWNT. Rachael explains and has a few choice words for Jill Ellis' tactics before that fated nine minute stretch. Who stood out? Who needs to be starting? We discuss that and more.

After that, Rachael bids us adieu, as Erik and Sean talk MLS Week 21. How was Dom Dwyer's debut for Orlando City? Should Kaka still play 90 minutes? Do we make anything of the domination by Toronto FC and the Vancouver Whitecaps? There's also transfer news, and Curt Onalfo puts out a statement too.

Finally, the guys examine the presentation given on VAR by Howard Webb. Are the guys excited about VAR coming into the league? And is everything understandable, compared to how it was done in the Confederations Cup? Trust us, it is.

On this special edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins begin by discussing the first Tournament of Nations game for the U.S. Women's National Team, which they lost by a score of 1-0 to Australia.

What went wrong for the USWNT? Did they really just have no energy for much of the game? Have the U.S. lost their edge? How much should we make of a glorified friendly? And is Jill Ellis too stuck in her ways? Did any of the less experienced players stand out? We discuss all of these things and more.

Before ending the show, the guys also get into the LA Galaxy firing Curt Onalfo. Then, subsquently hiring Sigi Schmid as his replacement. Is this the best move for the Galaxy? What does he bring to the table? Can he right the ship?

Not to be out done, LAFC also made a move to bring Bob Bradley back to MLS. How huge is this for LAFC? What does he bring to the team? And what can we expect from any squad building?

On this special episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Rachael McKriger and EriK Watkins discuss the U.S. Men's National Team 2-1 victory over Jamaica in the Gold Cup 2017 Final.

How much did the injury to Andre Blake effect Jamaica? Who stood out in the game? Did anyone help or hurt their chances on making the the USMNT squad going forward? How much praise should we give Bruce Arena? And do we feel better about the team heading into more World Cup Qualifying? We answer these questions and more.

The trio also discuss the recent big trade in MLS, which sent Dom Dwyer to Orlando City SC for Allocation money. Could Dwyer and Cyle Larin play together? How does this benefit the team? And what does Sporting KC do now? Plus, is Sydney Leroux going to follow Dwyer and join the Orlando Pride?

On this episode of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer, Erik Watkins and Rachael McKriger discuss the upset win for Jamaica over Mexico to reach the Gold Cup 2017 Final. How did Jamaica handle things differently this time? Or was it more of the same from their first encounter?


The trio also discuss the differences between the USMNT under Bruce Arena, and the team under Jurgen Klinsman. They preview the Gold Cup 2017 Final as well.

Things then switch to the USWNT, as Rachael gives her thoughts on the team chosen by Jill Ellis. Should she have taken more chances with the 23? Who's winning the Tournament of Nations? Who else could have been in the squad?

There's also MLS Week 20 Wrap-up, NWSL Weekend coverage, the trio discuss snubs from the All-Star team and much more.

On this special edition of Soccer 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Erik Watkins give their instant reaction, hot take, or just thoughts on the USA's 2-0 victory over Costa Rica in the Gold Cup 2017 Semi-Finals.

The guys discuss how stood out. how well the backline played. Is Besler and Gonzalez the answer? Darlington Nagbe playing his natural position, how important was that? What changes Bruce Arena could make for the final, or did he finally find the right combination of players?

Plus, has Clint Dempsey found his best role as a distributor underneath the forwards? How important is it that he tied the goal scoring record? Could the assists matter even more?