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Daryl and Taylor discuss the tactical adjustments that led to the Kickers' goal in their 1-0 win over Forward Madison. They also get into lineup adjustments and the solid atmosphere in Madison.

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Taylor talks to Eurosport's Graham Ruthven about the upcoming La Liga season. They start off by discussing some of the lesser-followed teams in the league as well as why they're worth keeping an eye on, and then it's on to The Big Three (Barcelona, Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid) and what the season ahead may look like. Plus, there's some Neymar and Gareth Bale chat in there as well, and a whole lot more!

Midway through, Taylor is briefly joined by Daryl to go some Transfer Window Trivia. Hope you enjoy!

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In Part 2 of our Bundesliga season preview, Taylor and Matt focus on all things Schalke, Americans in Germany, and the clubs that could be challenging for European places.

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In Part 1 of what turned out to be a two parter, Taylor talks to Matt Hermann of the Talking Fussball podcast. They take a look at the teams most likely to finish in the top 3 spots, the newly promoted sides, Tyler Adams, the Soviet influence in German football, and much much more. Check back for Part 2 tomorrow!

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Daryl and Taylor do their best to answer your Premier League-centric questions, like...

1) How big of a role did Christian Erikson play in turning things around for Spurs against Aston Villa?

2) Will the pressure be on Frank Lampard this season?

3) Why didn't Pulisic start against Man United?

4) Is Marcus Rashford good enough to be a Big 4 striker?

5) What were the arguments for and against closing the PL transfer window before the season begins?

6) How well was VAR utilized in the opening weekend?

7) Were Wolves cheated by VAR?

8) Who’s going to be the breakout star of the teams in the lower half of the table?

9) Why did the NBCSN graphics look more like Sky Sports's graphics? 

10) Which 2-3 non MLS teams should I be following? NOTE - This one isn't Premier League specific.

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Ryan Bailey returns (even though he was allegedly on the show last week) to help Taylor review the weekend that was in the Premier League. Are Chelsea in trouble or figuring things out? Will City annihilate everyone this season? Same question for Liverpool? How angry should Newcastle fans be? All that, plus Spice Girls, VAR, and Ryan's favorite Ninja Turtle.

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In this teaser episode for our new show, Soccer 101, we explain the two possible origins of the football phrase derby, how to pronounce, and then discuss some of our favorite derbies.

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Daryl is joined by TSS fave/guest co-host Ryan Bailey to preview Man City's Premier League season.

Starting at 33:45, we also talk AFC Wimbledon, an English team with a fascinating history (both recent and, I would argue, going way back)

Go to https://www.afcwimbledon.co.uk/ to learn about the new stadium and maybe even contribute to the cause

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Daryl talks to SB Nation staff writer Zito Madu about all things Arsenal. Unai Emery's style of play is yet to emerge as anything identifiable at the Emirates, but the signings of Pepe and Ceballos give reason for optimism. Ozil's role is still TBD, but how that unfolds will be important either way. Meanwhile, youngsters like Reiss Nelson and Joe Willock will have a role to play.

Starting 43:45, we also talk about Major League Soccer's attempts to be apolitical, and why that approach is destined to fail.

Two stories by Zito:

Alejandro Bedoya showed why MLS can never be a nonpolitical space: https://www.sbnation.com/2019/8/7/20758742/alejandro-bedoya-mls-gun-violence-goal-celebration

Black History Month: Accepting responsibility to inspire future generations: https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2018/02/27/black-history-month-accepting-responsibility-inspire-future-generations

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You know Keith Costigan from FOX, perhaps for his Bundesliga and Seattle Sounders coverage. But Keith is also a Liverpool fan and expert, and it was a pleasure to discuss all things LFC with him.

We go into detail on why Liverpool have gone so long without a Premier League title, why that might be about to change, and how Liverpool will handle three strikers who just played summer their second summer tournament in a row.

We also get super-detailed about the current iteration of Klopp's pressing system. It's no longer so all-out heavy metal, but something more controlled, possibly more effective, and certainly more sustainable.

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