Straight From The Pitch

The FIFA U-20 World Cup kicks off on Saturday. How will this tournament affect the future of U.S.Soccer? Plus, the use of triangles in MLS & NWSL play and which NWSL coaches Scott & Anna believe have great plans for the teams.

Washington Spirit & Ireland National Team Midfielder, Marissa Sheva, takes us through her journey from hip surgery to securing a spot on an NWSL roster and her perseverance to get where she is today. MLS has moved on from two coaches. What other clubs should take a hard look at their technical staff? NWSL is headed into MatchDay 7 so Anna & Scott give their power rankings.

Portland Thorns Midfielder, Sam Coffey, talks about her soccer journey from youth to her professional career + some fun stories from the NWSL Champion! Anna & Scott breakdown the Julie Ertz vs. Sam Coffey matchup in Portland and give their thoughts on the current state of Major League Soccer.

ata football's Youth Programs Director, Marguerite Ferrell Nee, talks about her background in coach development and education and how ata is changing the youth game by bringing more exposure to the women's professional leagues. U.S. Soccer hires a new Sporting Director + Anna & Scott discuss who they believe will win the Ertz vs. Coffey battle Saturday night.

Julie Ertz makes her return to the NWSL with Angel City FC. How will she affect the midfield? The Kansas City Current get handed their 3rd straight loss ahead of the start to the Challenge Cup. St. Louis CITY SC proves they're legit in a statement win over Cincinnati while 20 MLS players will represent the United States in a match against Mexico.

USWNT played in their final two friendlies against Ireland ahead of the Women's World Cup roster announcement. Anna Witte and Scott Schweitzer share what they learned from the matches and how they can improve ahead of July. If you could pick a football free safety as your 6, who would it be? Plus, thoughts on MLS ahead of MatchDay 8.

NWSL is headed into an off week due to a FIFA International window. What do the teams need to work on before league play starts back up? St. Louis CITY SC gets handed their first loss, what did Minnesota United do right to stop their undefeated streak? Plus, Anna Witte & Scott Schweitzer discuss why they would never get married in a sporting stadium + their favorite ways players wear their kits.

St. Louis CITY SC stays undefeated after MatchDay 5. Why are they finding success in their formation? MLS NEXT Pro and how it benefits MLS fans and up and coming talent. Anna & Scott make their NWSL 2023 Championship Winner Predictions. Do you agree or disagree? The San Diego Wave tried out a box midfield and Anna & Scott had a lot of thoughts.

Anna and Scott discuss the goals + expected and unexpected winners on Matchday 4 of MLS. Arsenal heads to the States in July to take on MLS All-Stars. Is that the best idea for players mid summer? Lastly, NWSL is BACK! This weekend that is... We give our thoughts on players, coaches, and ownership + what we want to see in 2023.

The USMNT plays in two CONCACAF Nations League games this month. Who should be coaching and who should be playing? Anna and Scott discuss the talent development venture between Bayern Munich and LAFC + the NWSL could potentially see changes to their schedule. Is that a good idea?