00:00:46 - Introduction

00:01:26 - Copa America Start and US Team Preparation • Discussion of the tournament's start and pitch complaints • Analysis of USA's preparation and expectations for the team • Debate on Greg Berhalter's role and potential future as coach

00:19:26 - US Team Talent and "Golden Generation" Discussion • Examination of the current US team's talent level • Debate on whether this is truly a "golden generation" for US soccer • Comparison to past US players and teams

00:27:55 - Bolivia Match Preview • Analysis of Bolivia as an opponent • Expectations for the US team in this opening match • Importance of matching intensity and getting off to a good start

00:32:04 - Tournament Atmosphere and Expectations • Discussion on playing in large NFL stadiums • Importance of crowd support, especially in Atlanta and Kansas City • Expectations for US to gain 6 points from first two games

00:34:01 - Copa America Tournament Predictions • Analysis of tournament favorites including Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, and Uruguay • Discussion of potential upsets and storylines to watch • Speculation on dream final scenarios (e.g., Colombia-Argentina in Miami)

00:38:14 - Conclusion • Wrap-up and thank you to guests • Reminder to listeners about future Copa America updates

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From Atlanta we talk to Simon Evans, US Soccer Correspondent with AFP, about the upcoming Copa America tournament and the teams to watch.

We preview the opening match between Argentina and Canada, the potential of the US team (despite their tough group), and the challenges faced by Mexico.

Who are the standout players to watch, including Lionel Messi and young talents such as Endrick?

Mexico is going through a challenging period and needs a strong performance in the tournament.

South America continues to produce incredible talent, and the tournament is an opportunity to discover new stars.

"There's something different about seeing him play for Argentina than there is seeing him play in MLS." - Simon Evans

"South America still produces an incredible amount of talent that always ends up going to Europe." - Simon Evans

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The ‘ Summer of Soccer’ is upon us with Euro games all day and Copa America matches all night. Even stranger than having the two biggest continental tournaments running simultaneously – is that MLS is playing through it all.

It’s nothing new, MLS plays through the CONCACAF Gold Cup and even World Cups and in general ignores the FIFA windows for international breaks.

There’s no other top soccer league in the world does this.

Should MLS change its approach, or is it not an issue?

Narrated from the original newsletter. Enjoy!

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Since the original newsletter, Kieran McKenna signed a new four-year deal with Ipswich, so he’ll be managing them at the start of the season.

And we wish him and Ipswich all the best!

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