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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli serve up analysis of the players, teams, tactics, and trends in Major League Soccer. With match reviews and other insights, Joe and Jordan are here to help make sense of MLS's on-field action.

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Thank you from Joe and Jordan! And goodbye for now - from 2022-01-10T15:59

It's goodbye for now from Joe and Jordan, at least on MLS Assist. Thank you, sincerely, for listening and making this show possible! We're super, super thankful to all of you! Learn more about your...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
What could cause each playoff team's downfall? Plus, digging into MLS Decision Day! from 2021-11-09T13:00

On this week's episode of MLS Assist, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli dive into the action from MLS Decision Day before answering a fun listener question about what could cause each playoff team's dow...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
The Revs clinch the Supporters' Shield! Plus, analysis of the 2-2 draw between Pareja's Orlando City and Arena's New England Revolution from 2021-10-25T16:40

On this week's episode of MLS Assist, Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery analyze the 2-2 draw between the New England Revolution and Orlando City! What stood out to us? And who stood out to us? We chat a...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
The East stays crazy, Wilfried Nancy continues to work wonders in Montreal, the Philadelphia Union claw back, and much more from 2021-10-18T09:38

On this week’s episode of MLS Assist, Joe and Jordan analyze Saturday’s game between CF Montreal and the Philadelphia Union. What stood out to us? Who played well? Who coached well? We chat about a...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
El Tráfico analysis! Open space galore, lovely possession sequences from the LA Galaxy, LAFC getting out on the break, and much more from 2021-10-04T09:36

On this episode, Jordan and Joe dive into the latest edition of El Tráfico, a 1-1 draw between the LA Galaxy and LAFC. How did both teams approach this game? What did we like? What didn't we like? ...

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Analyzing Atlanta United's wild 3-2 win over D.C. United: Atlanta get out and run, Luiz Araújo shines, Hernán Losada's D.C. transformation, and more from 2021-09-20T16:43

On this week's episode of MLS Assist, Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery analyze Atlanta United's 3-2 over D.C. United. What went right for Atlanta? How did they break through D.C.'s defensive setup? And...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Vancouver make their playoff push, Jesús Ferreira scores a wondergoal, RSL take full advantage of FC Dallas' defensive struggles, and more from 2021-09-06T16:47

On this week's episode of MLS Assist, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli dive into the tactics from a pair of recent MLS games: RSL vs. FC Dallas and the Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Austin FC. What did we se...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
What makes NYCFC so filthy good, the Revs miss some of their stars, how to topple the Eastern Conference’s giants, and more from 2021-08-30T11:00

On this week's episode of MLS Assist, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli analyze NYCFC's 2-0 win over the New England Revolution. What makes Ronny Deila's New York City team so good? What went wrong for ...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Analyzing big moves from the MLS transfer window! The Whitecaps get their #10, Colorado elevate their midfield with Mark-Anthony Kaye, Austin and Atlanta make DP signings, and more from 2021-08-09T17:09

On this episode of MLS Assist, Joe and Jordan analyze some of the biggest moves from MLS's latest transfer window. 1) Jeremy Ebobisse to San Jose2) Ryan Gauld to Vancouver 3) Luiz Araújo to Atlanta...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Ricardo Pepi, Carles Gil, Boris Sekulić, the Nashville Contingent, and more players we’re loving in MLS from 2021-07-26T22:59

On this episode, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli chat about a handful of MLSers that have impressed them this season. From young Americans to Spanish playmakers to the next entrant into the "Julian Gr...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Analyzing Minnesota United’s new signings Fragapane and Hunou, what led to the end of Seattle's undefeated streak, and much more from 2021-07-19T08:54

Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery discuss Minnesota United's 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders. How did Minnesota snap Seattle's undefeated streak? What went wrong for the Sounders (besides missing a bu...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Is Venezia a good spot for Tanner Tessmann, what's up with D.C.'s Andy Najar experiment, how do the Sounders keep Soundering, and more listener questions from 2021-07-12T09:34

On this episode, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli answer your questions! 1) Which players could benefit from a teammate's absence at the Gold Cup?2) How good has Andy Najar been as a center back for D....

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
SKC strut their stuff, Bob Bradley goes back to the 3-5-2 for LAFC, 3-at-the-back shapes are taking over MLS, and more from 2021-06-28T09:00

On this episode, Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery analyze Sporting Kansas City's 2-1 win over LAFC. What went right for SKC? And is the 3-5-2 a good fit for LAFC? Plus, we chat about players that impre...

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Columbus look like themselves as they close out Historic Crew Stadium in style, Brian Gutiérrez may be a star in the making, and more from 2021-06-21T08:54

On this week’s episode, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli break down the Columbus Crew’s 2-0 win over the Chicago Fire. How did Columbus look in their last-ever game at Historic Crew Stadium? What’s wro...

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Fullbacks ready to go full Nouhou and play center back, RBNY's progression under Struber, MLS players to watch at this summer's international tournaments, and much more from 2021-06-14T15:55

On this episode of MLS Assist, Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery answer some of your listener questions! Which fullbacks could make a Nouhou-ish transition to center back? How are the New York Red Bulls...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Fixing MLS's bottom-dwellers, USMNT vs. Mexico talk, how to increase your team's speed of play in possession, and much more from 2021-06-07T22:57

On this week's show, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli chat about the USMNT's crazy 3-2 win over Mexico from Sunday night. They also talk about how to fix FC Dallas and FC Cincinnati, the two teams at t...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Nouhou’s center back transformation, Rubio Rubin answering RSL’s questions at the nine, Leon Flach running all day, and more standout players from the start of the MLS season from 2021-05-24T16:45

After watching film and digging into the numbers, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli talk about a handful of MLS players who have impressed them so far this season. From Nouhou to Rubio Rubin to Žan Kolm...

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What does Cade Cowell bring to the Quakes, what's going on with Toronto FC's attack, how is Moses Nyeman doing for D.C., and more listener questions from 2021-05-10T15:40

After a month of MLS action, Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery are here to answer your listener questions! From tactics, to scouting reports, to the importance of on-field chemistry, there's plenty to g...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Inter Miami’s balance under Phil Neville, Higuain’s Rooney role, Hernán Losada’s fitness demands and aggressive style with D.C., and much more from 2021-05-03T09:11

Jordan Angeli and Joe Lowery break down two more MLS teams with new coaches: Phil Neville's Inter Miami and Hernán Losada's D.C. United. How is Neville setting up his Miami team? And how is he usin...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Galaxy vs. RBNY analysis: Chicharito does his thing, Víctor Vázquez pulls the strings, Red Bull gives you wings, and much more from 2021-04-26T15:33

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli break down one of the best games of this young 2021 MLS season: the Los Angeles Galaxy vs. the New York Red Bulls. What do the Galaxy look like under their new coach, G...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
How does Josh Wolff’s Austin FC team play? Inside the tactics of MLS’s newest team from 2021-04-19T16:28

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli break down MLS's newest team: Austin FC. How does Josh Wolff want to play? What are his tactical principles? And what did we see from Austin's first-ever game against L...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Western Conference Very Specific Predictions: David Ochoa breaks out for RSL, San Jose stays crazy, Josh Wolff inverts his fullbacks, and much more from 2021-04-12T16:22

It's another Very Specific Prediction episode! Last week, Jordan and Joe tackled the Eastern Conference, so this week is all about the West! With the MLS season just days away, our hosts give you 1...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Eastern Conference Very Specific Predictions: Lucho boosts Cincinnati's creativity fivefold, NYCFC sells Sands, Gary Smith's Nashville become the best defensive team in MLS, and more from 2021-04-05T16:45

It's Very Specific Prediction time! On this episode, Jordan and Joe make VSPs for all 14 Eastern Conference teams to give you some things to watch for in the 2021 MLS season. Learn more about your ...

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Breaking down new MLS signings! What does Cecilio Domínguez bring to Austin? How does Alan Franco fit in Atlanta? Plus, analysis of newcomers in Portland, Vancouver, and LA from 2021-03-29T17:48

Joe and Jordan analyze some of MLS’s newest players, letting you know what to expect from Cecilio Domínguez in Austin, Kim Moon-hwan with LAFC, Claudio Bravo in Portland, Déiber Caicedo up in Vanco...

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Analyzing MLS’s newest offseason signings: what to expect from Brenner in Cincinnati, Pochettino in Austin, Sosa in Atlanta, Martinez in Dallas, and Gregore in Miami from 2021-03-15T15:56

On this episode, Joe and Jordan fill you in on what to expect from some of MLS's newest offseason additions. 1) What is Brenner going to do in Cincinnati?2) What kind of player is Austin FC's new D...

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Should Vlatko use Crystal Dunn like Bob Bradley uses Latif Blessing, who's in our "press-resistant" back three, is Carles Gil an MVP candidate, and more listener questions from 2021-03-08T17:38

On this episode of MLS Assist, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli answer your lovely questions! What is the next tactical evolution coming to MLS? How does Aidan Morris change Caleb Porter's double pivot...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
MLS's up-and-coming talent: Caden Clark, Efra Álvarez, George Bello, and more Americans youngsters that we're watching in 2021 from 2021-02-22T17:54

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli chat about young American players that they're particularly looking forward to seeing on the field in MLS this season. Could 2021 be Efra Álvarez's breakout season? How...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
A guide to soccer’s version of WAR, plus how MLS teams should be trading their assets w/Sam Goldberg from 2021-02-08T13:00

On this episode, Joe Lowery is joined by data scientist (and former professional baseball player) Sam Goldberg to talk about the current state of analytics in MLS, soccer's version of WAR, and how ...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
What are Pomykal and Busio’s best positions, how do the Sounders adapt without Jordan Morris, do the Houston Dynamo and Vancouver Whitecaps have tactical styles, and more listener questions from 2021-02-01T17:36

On this episode of MLS Assist, Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli answer some top-notch listener questions. 1) Did Atlanta United’s Miles Robinson regress last year?2) What is the Portland Timbers tactic...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Analyzing MLS's newest coaches! What to expect from Heinze in Atlanta, Losada in D.C., Wolff in Austin, and Neville in Miami from 2021-01-25T18:21

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli combed through film on MLS's newest head coaches - and now they're here to give you the low-down on them. What should fans expect to see from Gabriel Heinze in Atlanta,...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
MLS Offseason Roundup: Jordan Morris to Swansea? New coaches! Austin FC's roster, Molino and BWP to the Crew, and more from 2021-01-18T19:03

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli talk through some of the most notable moves from the MLS offseason so far. From Jordan Morris' reported move to Swansea to coaching hires in Los Angeles, Toronto, D.C.,...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Lodeiro vs. Reynoso in Seattle, a set piece seminar, the Crew's complete performance, and so much more from the Conference Finals from 2020-12-08T15:43

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli analyze the two Conference Finals from the MLS Cup Playoffs: the Columbus Crew vs. the New England Revolution in the East and the Seattle Sounders vs. Minnesota United ...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Lodeiro vs. Reynoso in Seattle, a set piece seminar, the Crew's complete performance, and so much more from the Conference Finals from 2020-12-08T15:43

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli analyze the two Conference Finals from the MLS Cup Playoffs: the Columbus Crew vs. the New England Revolution in the East and the Seattle Sounders vs. Minnesota United ...

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Reynoso and Molino steal the show in Kansas City, the Seattle Sounders stay strong, and so much more from the Western Conference semifinals from 2020-12-04T18:25

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli dive deep into the on-field action from the latest MLS Cup Playoff games! They start with the Seattle Sounders vs. FC Dallas and then bring things home with Sporting Ka...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Carles Gil is a wizard, Caleb Porter and Gary Smith battle it out, and so much more from the Eastern Conference semis from 2020-11-30T17:38

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli are back with more MLS Cup Playoff analysis! On this episode, they dig into two Eastern Conference Semifinals: Orlando City vs. the New England Revolution and the Colum...

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Smart gameplans from Gary Smith and Bruce Arena, Seattle's Big 3 shine bright, and plenty more from the latest MLS playoff action from 2020-11-25T16:01

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli talk goals, matchups, and tactics from the last three games of the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs: Toronto FC vs. Nashville SCPhiladelphia Union vs. New England R...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Playoff analysis! Bruce Arena vs. Thierry Henry, SKC's bonkers win over SJ, Reynoso and Molino dominating, and so much more from the MLS playoffs from 2020-11-23T18:29

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli catch you up on all of the MLS playoff action that's happened so far! They break down all seven games from Friday, Saturday, and Sunday: New England Revolution vs. Mon...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
MLS Playoff Preview! Does Michael Bradley fit in TFC’s midfield? Lodeiro vs. Atuesta, playmakers galore, and much more from 2020-11-16T17:55

The playoffs are less than a week away! Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli preview every single MLS team in the postseason field, giving listeners one thing to watch for from each team. Learn more about ...

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Decision Day analysis! Columbus’ crazy passing, Vela’s return, and much more from the final regular season weekend from 2020-11-09T12:00

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli are in your ears with a smattering of tactical analysis from Decision Day. From goals on goals and passes on passes in the East to attacking transition moments and the ...

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Gary Smith’s effective route one soccer, Columbus breaking Philly’s press, the Rapids’ statement win, and much more from the latest MLS action from 2020-11-02T17:42

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli talk tactics from the penultimate weekend of Major League Soccer’s regular season.  From Nashville’s effective roster build and tactical approach, to a potential playof...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
The No. 10’s success in MLS, Philadelphia’s dominant win, LAFC’s test, and tons more from the latest MLS action from 2020-10-26T11:17

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli dish out tactical insight from the most recent weekend in Major League Soccer. From the number 10 position's major role in MLS, to the Union’s incredible performance ag...

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Daryl Grove is the man. Also, analysis of USMNT prospect Caden Clark, Thierry Henry’s smart gameplan, tactical triangles, and more from 2020-10-19T18:29

This week’s show begins with an ode to Daryl Grove, who is currently battling cancer. Daryl is a producer of MLS Assist, helped create and brand the show, and, above all, is an amazing man. We are ...

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MLS analysis with Stu Holden: Aaronson’s best position, what to expect from Gerhard Struber, Ben Olsen out of D.C., and tons more! from 2020-10-12T15:00

Joe Lowery is joined by FOX Sports’ very own Stu Holden for a wide-ranging MLS conversation. Topics covered include (but aren’t limited to): How do D.C. United move forward without Ben Olsen?Gener...

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Galaxy-sized problems in LA, a tactical battle between Luchi Gonzalez vs. Caleb Porter, throw-in woes, and more from the weekend’s MLS action from 2020-10-05T18:47

Joe Lowery and Jordan Angeli put their collective finger on why the Galaxy are sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference. Then, they take a look at Saturday’s entertaining 2-2 draw between FC...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Raphaël Wicky turning Chicago into Spain, Gonzalo Higuain’s debut, transfer talk, and much more w/Tom Bogert! from 2020-09-28T19:40

Tom Bogert of MLSsoccer.com joins Joe Lowery to analyze this weekend’s slate of games and to shine a well-informed light on plenty of transfers from around the league. 1:25 - How did Gonzalo Higua...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Who are the best subs in MLS? What does Cole Bassett do? Should Ben Olsen still be coaching D.C. United? And many more listener questions from 2020-09-21T17:51:24

2:41 - Should DC fire Ben Olsen? 10:46 - Who are the best subs in MLS?19:04 - How do the Timbers adjust without Sebastian Blanco? 25:50 - Who is going to replace Reggie Cannon in Dallas and Alberth...

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Nani’s nutmeg, Miami’s smart structural switch, beautiful team goals, and so much more from this week’s MLS action from 2020-09-14T18:04:55

2:11 - We want your questions! 3:23 - What will Jhonder Cádiz bring to Nashville? 8:11 - Orlando City vs. Inter Miami analysis 22:36 - Thierry Henry and the Great Puzzle of Montreal29:41 - NYCFC’s ...

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Armas out, Pity (reportedly) out, Reynoso in, and loads more from a busy week in MLS from 2020-09-07T17:54:26

1:30 - Chris Armas out in New York 8:30 - Pity Martinez almost out in Atlanta16:18 - Emanuel Reynoso is here! 27:53 - Houston's dangerous attacking play + SKC's beautiful goal 34:50 - Busio film re...

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Daryl Dike's dominance, Philly's press resistance, "FC Cincinnati-ing it" and more from the latest week of MLS from 2020-08-31T17:30:32

1:01 - Highlighting MLS players' midweek protest against racial injustice 2:30 - Daryl Dike is balling11:33 - Philadelphia Union vs. D.C. United 29:54 - FC Cincinatti vs. Columbus Crew39:21 - Tacti...

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Nagbe's stunner, the Galaxy's game plan, Atlanta's setup under Glass, and tons more from MLS's resumed regular season from 2020-08-24T19:10:05

4:25 - Dallas' chance creation struggles  11:34  - How does Nashville play?18:57  - Darlington Nagbe, take a bow 24:16 - El Tráfico35:17 - Who are Atlanta United? 43:05 - Tactical TidbitsLearn more...

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Timbers’ defensive diamonds, goal analysis, and plenty more from the MLS is Back Final clash between Portland and Orlando from 2020-08-12T04:20:01

1:13 - analysis of the MLS is Back FinalLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Pareja vs. Savarese, Orlando's possession vs. Portland's block, Nani and Blanco in the Ultimate MVP Contest, and tons more previewing the MLS is Back final from 2020-08-08T21:56:35

3:28 - MLS announced more games on the schedule 5:44 - A preview of the MLS is Back Tournament finalLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Nani’s dominance, Molino's electric performance, and much more from Orlando vs. Minnesota in the MLS is Back semifinals from 2020-08-07T04:47:38

1:00 - Orlando City vs. Minnesota UnitedLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Portland’s strong tactical identity, corner kick defending, Aaronson's best position, and more from Philadelphia vs. Portland in the MLS is Back semifinals from 2020-08-06T03:36:37

1:15 - Philadelphia Union vs. Portland TimbersLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Americans to watch, switches to Nani, and tactical tidbits previewing Philadelphia v Portland and Orlando v Minnesota in the MLS is Back semis from 2020-08-03T18:46:43

2:01 - Philadelphia Union vs. Portland Timbers 9:50 - Orlando City vs. Minnesota United Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Adrian Heath’s press, Blanco the point guard, and more from; San Jose v Minnesota and NYCFC v Portland from 2020-08-02T06:02:44

1:30 - San Jose Earthquakes vs. Minnesota United 12:30 - NYCFC vs. Portland Timbers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Pareja came to play, "The LAFC Zone", and tons more from Orlando City vs. LAFC from 2020-08-01T03:07:54

0:36 - Jordan is a fortune teller 1:30 - Orlando City vs. LAFCLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Aaronson’s dominance, a Busio scouting report, and much more from the Philadelphia Union vs. Sporting Kansas City from 2020-07-31T03:57:52

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Adrian Heath’s plan, Portland pouncing on chaos, and much more from; Columbus v Minnesota and Portland v Cincinnati from 2020-07-29T06:20:10

1:17 - Columbus Crew vs. Minnesota United 10:50 - Portland Timbers vs. FC CincinattiLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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LAFC is back, Almeyda’s Samurai soccer, and more from; San Jose v RSL and Seattle v LAFC from 2020-07-28T06:33:55

0:53 - San Jose Earthquakes vs. Real Salt Lake 10:15 - Seattle Sounders v LAFCLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Hasal almost plays hero, Sands' counter-pressing, and more from; Toronto v NYCFC and SKC v Vancouver from 2020-07-27T06:42:08

1:08 - Toronto FC vs. New York City FC 9:28 - Sporting Kansas City vs. Vancouver WhitecapsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nani’s flicks, a midfield clash, and more from; Orlando v Montreal and Philadelphia v New England (plus, de Boer out in ATL!) from 2020-07-26T06:02:58

1:59 - Frank de Boer out in Atlanta 5:03 - Orlando City vs. Montreal Impact14:30 - Philadelphia Union vs. New England RevolutionLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Guillermo Barros Schelotto's crosses, MLS's defensive problems, and more from; Chicago v Vancouver, Galaxy v Houston, and LAFC v Portland from 2020-07-24T06:21:44

2:14 - Chicago Fire vs. Vancouver Whitecaps 9:26 - LA Galaxy vs. Houston Dynamo16:02 - LAFC vs. Portland TimbersLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Water breaks with Freddy Juarez, Ethan Finley analysis, and more from; RSL v SKC, Cincinnati v Red Bulls, and Colorado v Minnesota from 2020-07-23T06:15:18

1:04 - Real Salt Lake vs. Sporting Kansas City 7:05 - FC Cincinnati vs. New York Red Bulls15:00 - Colorado Rapids vs. Minnesota UnitedLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Porter’s pretty possession, an Akinola/Altidore partnership, and more from; Toronto v New England, Atlanta v Columbus, and Montreal vs. D.C. from 2020-07-22T06:07:51

0:57 - Toronto FC vs. New England Revolution 7:50 - Atlanta United vs. Columbus Crew15:20 - Montreal Impact vs. D.C. UnitedLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Pizarro and Pereyra playmaking, goals, and more from; Miami vs. NYCFC and Philadelphia v Orlando from 2020-07-21T03:36:39

1:11 - Inter Miami vs. NYCFC 9:59 - Philadelphia Union vs. Orlando CityLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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You should mark Chris Wondolowski, Seattle's defensive structure, and more from; Chicago v San Jose and Seattle v Vancouver from 2020-07-20T06:13:54

0:54 - Chicago Fire vs. San Jose Earthquakes 10:55 - Seattle Sounders vs. Vancouver WhitecapsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
El Tráfico stays crazy, Jeremy Ebobisse's positioning, and more from; Portland v Houston and LAFC v Galaxy from 2020-07-19T05:53:45

0:54 - Portland Timbers vs. Houston Dynamo  10:10 - LAFC vs. LA GalaxyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
The anatomy of a double pivot, Higuain the super-sub, and more from
; SKC v Colorado, D.C. v New England, and RSL v Minnesota from 2020-07-18T06:00:56

1:18 - Sporting Kansas City vs. Colorado Rapids 5:40 - D.C. United vs. New England Revolution13:10 - Real Salt Lake vs. Minnesota UnitedLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Pozuelo's off-ball movement, an ode to Nagbe, and more from; Atlanta v Cincinnati, Toronto v Montreal, and Columbus v New York from 2020-07-17T07:35:42

1:00 - Atlanta United vs. FC Cincinnati  7:35 - Toronto FC vs. Montreal Impact16:17 - Columbus Crew vs. New York Red Bulls  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Corner kicks, mass subs, and general insanity from San Jose and Vancouver's seven-goal thriller from 2020-07-16T05:10:12

0:00 - Tactical analysis of the craziness beings 22:44 -  Tactical analysis of the craziness endsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Orlando City is good now? Plus plenty more from; Seattle v Chicago, NYCFC v Orlando, Philly v Miami from 2020-07-15T06:08:10

1:18 - Seattle Sounders vs. Chicago Fire 5:19 - NYCFC vs. Orlando City13:42 - Philadelphia Union vs. Inter MiamiLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Goals galore, how to fix the Galaxy, and more from; Toronto v D.C., LAFC v Houston, LAG v Portland from 2020-07-14T06:10:06

1:06 - Toronto FC vs. D.C. United 6:04 - LAFC vs. the Houston Dynamo14:50 - LA Galaxy vs. the Portland TimbersLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Pulido's skill, late goals, and more from day five of the MLS is Back Tournament from 2020-07-13T05:56:44

1:25 - An MLS is Back coronavirus update 3:40 - Sporting Kansas City vs. Minnesota United14:25 - Real Salt Lake vs. the Colorado RapidsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS Assist — tactical analysis of Major League Soccer
Late, late night analysis from MLS is Back, day four from 2020-07-12T07:26:03

2:30 - New York Red Bulls vs. Atlanta United 10:22 - Columbus Crew vs. FC Cincinnati Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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MLS is Back Tournament day three: Man-marking, right-sided attacking, and more from 2020-07-11T04:48:55

1:13 - For very important (and quality) coverage of the circumstances surrounding this tournament, check out Allocation Disorder, located in the Total Soccer Show feed and hosted by The Athletic's ...

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Reviewing the action from day two of the MLS is Back Tournament from 2020-07-10T04:00:41

1:29 - Nashville news 3:22 - Philadelphia vs. New York City13:45 - New England vs. Montreal  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Analyzing the MLS is Back Tournament opener: Orlando City 2-1 win over Miami from 2020-07-09T04:24:01

0:00 - MLS is really and truly back 2:20 - How did Diego Alonso's Inter Miami set up?  Then, what went right and what went...less right for them in their setup?4:52 - How did Oscar Pareja's Orlando...

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What to expect from MLS Assist during MLS is Back (plus bonus predictions!) from 2020-07-06T20:08:41

0:00 - We're in our own feed...and part of The Athletic! 4:26 - What to expect from MLS Assist during the MLS is Back Tournament!8:06 - Predicting the winners of the tournament's Golden Boot, Playe...

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10 Very Specific Predictions for the MLS is Back tournament from 2020-06-30T19:38:26

From where you'll see the most attempted dribbles to who will receive the most through balls, Joe and Jordan offer 10 very specific predictions for the upcoming MLS is Back tournament SPONSOR: Use ...

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An MLS is Back Extravaganza! from 2020-06-23T07:41

0:00 - The details and pertinent info for the MLS is Back tournament 15:46 - Get your custom mask today at Podiumwear.comand bookmark them for when you’re ready for your next soccer kit order16:58 ...

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10 players who could (and should) make the move to Europe from 2020-06-16T07:29

Joe and Jordan name 10 MLS players who could and should move to Europe. But, there are conditions to being on Joe and Jordan's Future Transfer List: No USMNT-eligible players, because that's next ...

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10 Americans in MLS who could (and should) make the move to Europe from 2020-06-09T07:34

This week, your intrepid hosts return to discuss which Americans could (and should) make the jump to Europe. The rules, as with last week: Players must have been with their current team for at lea...

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The Goals Added soccer metric explained, with John Muller of American Soccer Analysis from 2020-06-02T05:02

Joe Lowery is joined by John Muller of American Soccer Analysis to talk about goals added, the new soccer metric that captures the effect of every touch on the ball on that team's chances of scorin...

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