Friday's Morning Kickaround

It's that time of year, time to make insane MLS predictions that are guaranteed to be insanely wrong. Jason and Jared got Nicky Soup & Sausage out of storage to pick the playoff teams East and West, predict who will win the Supporters Shield and MLS Cup, and select a few individual awards. Send us your picks by commeneted on the YouTube video https://www.youtube.com/live/Jl32CKb4F7c?si=3Xdjrwo4q0RM7dn3 While you're there, be sure to subscribe to the show channel.  Or tells your picks on socials @thebestsoccershow.  Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  If you don't want to make a full commitment, you can just throw us a buck or five at https://ko-fi.com/bestsoccershow. GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT KERR'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts

The Best Soccer Show goes big on the news from the MLS cash money market and then brings on Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philadelphia Inquirer to talk about the USL's stated intent to start a Division 1 men's outdoor soccer league.  Are we gonna get..gasp...PROMOTION AND RELEGATION? Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  If you don't want to make a full commitment, you can just throw us a buck or five at https://ko-fi.com/bestsoccershow. GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT KERR'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts

JASON AND JARED IN THE BUILDING. Here's what we got for you this week: 🔥 USMNT Stars in the Champions League The UEFA Champions League is heating up, and several USMNT players are making an impact on the biggest stage in club soccer. We break down the performances of Christian Pulisic, Gio Reyna, Weston McKennie, Ricardo Pepi, etc. as they battle against Europe’s elite. Who’s shining, who’s struggling, and what does this mean for the future of the USMNT in major international competitions? We dive in the news that West Ham want Pepi and how his knee injury upends his 2025. 🎙 Jonathan Tannenwald on MLS and the US Open Cup We’re joined by the legendary American soccer journalist Jonathan Tannenwald to discuss the current state of MLS, its relationship with U.S. Soccer, and the future of the U.S. Open Cup. With MLS teams facing criticism for deprioritizing the nation’s oldest soccer competition, what does this mean for the tournament’s prestige? Will we ever see true investment from Major League Soccer in this historic cup? Tannenwald provides his expert insights into whether the US Open Cup can remain a legitimate national competition or if it’s on the verge of irrelevance. 🔄 MLS Transfers Go Wild in January! The MLS transfer window is wide open, and teams across the league are making massive moves to reshape their rosters for the upcoming season. We discuss the biggest incoming and outgoing transfers, including DP signings, TAM deals, and homegrown player departures to European clubs. Which teams are making the smartest moves? Who’s spending recklessly? And which MLS clubs are setting themselves up for success in 2024? Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  If you don't want to make a full commitment, you can just throw us a buck or five at https://ko-fi.com/bestsoccershow. GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT KERR'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts

In this episode of The Best Soccer Show, we dive into all the big talking points from the USMNT’s January Camp with Jason and Jared back together again.  From standout performances to tactical insights, we break down everything you need to know about the camp and how it sets the stage for the upcoming international fixtures. ⚽ USMNT January Camp Review: How did the U.S. Men’s National Team fare in this year’s camp? We analyze key takeaways, discuss lineup choices, and share our thoughts on the squad’s overall performance. 🌟 Diego Luna Shines Bright: Rising star Diego Luna stole the show—what does his breakout performance mean for the USMNT moving forward? How big are his balls exactly?  🔥 Agyemang Finds the Back of the Net: Young striker Agyemang impressed with a pair of goals. Could he be the next big thing for the US attack? 👉 Subscribe to The Best Soccer Show for weekly American soccer news, hot takes, and USMNT updates! Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT KERR'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts  

The boys are back together! Jared returns after his protracted absence to revel in the Galaxy's MLS Cup championship, talk about the state of coaching hires in the league, and discuss the player movement happening in America's top division.  Seattle Sounders: All Gooses, No Mavericks? The boys talk about 2024 for the USMNT and the USWNT. Tim Weah...butterfly wings...Mauricio Pochettino. Emma Hayes is the best. End of. There's some looking ahead to 2025 and then we play a Wink Rodius game because why the hell not.  Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT KERR'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Twitch

Jason is all by his lonesome this week, but that's okay because there's still plenty to talk about with news out this week on a number of American soccer fronts.  Come for the dive into the future of the Leagues Cup, a discussion about Major League Soccer's broadcast situation, and the big move to release everyone's GAM numbers for the first time in history—stay for the moment Jared shows up in the chat and kills Jason's Luigi Mangione bit.  Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Twitch

Hey guys. Tough times getting an episode of The Best Soccer Show made these days, so here's an episode of Morning Kickaround from Friday, December 13. Hope you enjoy!

On this very special episode of The Best Soccer Best, Jason opens up solo on the MLS Cup Final between the LA Galaxy and New York Red Bulls before Jonathan Tannenwald (OMFGPG13 IT'S JTT!) jumps on the show to breakdown everything from the MLS Cup Final to the media landscape for soccer in American. Plus...Leagues Cup! Is it dead or not? And the Club World Cup...what the hell is it and what the hell was that draw? Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Twitch

Jason does it LIVE. Following the USMNT's 1-0 win over Jamaica in Kingston, Jason jumped on the livestream to take calls and get into what we learned from the performance. Who stepped up and who let Mauricio Pochettino down? Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Twitch

SOLO JASON! WNBC's own gets into a USMNT roster preview ahead of the Nations League games against Jamaica for Mauricio Pochettino and the Americans. Good times.  Support the show and get extra stuff. Sign up for the Patreon (it don't cost much) to get access to the Besties Slack (the best soccer community ever), The Best Bonus Show, and much more. All the stuff we can't say on the main show ends up on the bonus episodes.  https://www.patreon.com/thebestsoccershow  GO SUBSCRIBE TO JASON & ROBERT'S NEW SHOW, MORNING KICKAROUND.  We go live every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 9:30 ET and clips from the show are available after every show on YouTube.  Morning Kickaround Make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel to get the video version of the show. The show is always better when you can see our beautiful faces. Thanks for your support! Please spread the word any way you can.  https://www.youtube.com/@TheBestSoccerShow/ Get some BSS gear and show off your OG American soccer podcast allegiance.  https://thebestsoccershow.creator-spring.com/ Subscribe and Review the show! We really want to spread the word about the show and the only way to do that is through reviews and word of mouth. Tell a friend about The Best Soccer Show. ANOTHER ONE. Apple Podcasts: The Best Soccer Show on Apple Podcasts Follow us! Twitter Instagram Facebook Twitch