Bros Talking Soccer

The Knittel brothers discuss MLS playoffs, Man United's historic homegrown streak, the proposed FIFA 'World League', and more. Before we get to our topics, make sure to check out the LADS podcast here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/loud-americans-discussing-soccer/id1274276118 And you can follow the LADS podcast on twitter here: https://twitter.com/LADS_Podcast Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - MLS regular season first tie breaker is wins, not goal difference. Thoughts? * San Jose got into playoffs as 6th seed with -21 GD ahead of FC Dallas who had 0 GD when both had 46 points - Away goals rule, thoughts? (http://www.espnfc.us/vancouver-whitecaps/story/3250997/whitecaps-carl-robinson-defends-cautious-tactics-in-first-leg-vs-sounders) - Las Vegas Lights released their logo (https://www.reviewjournal.com/sports/las-vegas-lights-fc-releases-logo-hopes-it-carries-local-appeal-poll/) Segment 2 - Morata claims he never should have left Juventus (http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/chelsea

The Knittel brothers are joined by their dad (Dave Sr) and Christian Sandler to discuss the Crew's potential move to Austin, Everton firing Ronald Koeman, Neymar breaking news at Messi's wedding and more. Stories and topics discussed this episode: Segment 1 - Crew SC need a new stadium in Columbus or may be moving to Austin, TX (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/10/17/crew-sc-exploring-new-columbus-stadium-or-potential-move-austin) - The Crew are also not offering refunds to season ticket holders (http://www.espnfc.us/columbus-crew-sc/story/3235676/columbus-crew-wont-give-refunds-for-2018-season-tickets-amid-move-plans) - Recruitment of youth players (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-4997186/Nicky-Butt-hails-progress-Marcus-Rashford-Man-United.html) - Watford and Newcastle agreed discount tickets for away fans to each other's matches (https://www.watfordfc.com/matches/tickets/tickets-newcastle-reciprocal-deal-agreed) Segment 2 - Everton fan tries to punch Lyon player while holding a child (

The Knittel brothers discuss the USMNT failure to qualify for the World Cup, the UEFA Nations League, no more extra time, and more. Links to topics and stories discussed in this episode: Segment 1 - Discussing USMNT's failure to qualify for the World Cup - Future USMNT (http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/projecting-the-usmnts-2022-world-cup-squad-who-joins/17a5ul4jad2ui11bgxs686k4uy) - Jermaine Jones rant (https://youtu.be/_zYLi0jPwFc) Segment 2 - FC Dallas not being penalized with 0-3 loss for fielding ineligible player (https://www.themaneland.com/2017/10/6/16439124/mls-rules-fines-only-no-forfeit-for-fc-dallas-using-ineligible-player-against-orlando-city) - UEFA Nations League (http://www.espnfc.us/european-championship/story/3226637/germany-portugal-belgium-and-spain-top-seeds-for-uefa-nations-league) Segment 3 - U17 WC has no extra time in knockout rounds, do you like that idea? - Big matches right after the international break, should schedule makers do more to try to limit this? Other items mentioned - Cra

The Knittel brothers discuss important World Cup qualifiers, the Ballon d'Or 30-man list, Neymar wanting Barca out of the Champions League, and more. Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - USMNT discussion on Friday's qualifier - Argentina struggling to qualify for WC (http://www.espnfc.us/blog/marcotti-musings/62/post/3224624/argentina-world-cup-qualification-struggles-have-many-causes-france-vital-win-england-mess-with-formations) Segment 2 - Ballon D'or shortlist released (http://www.espnfc.us/paris-saint-germain/story/3223819/ronaldo-messi-neymar-luis-suarez-harry-kane-on-30-man-ballon-dor-list) - Neymar wants Barca kicked out of Champions League (http://www.espnfc.us/uefa-champions-league/story/3224516/neymar-asks-uefa-to-boot-barcelona-from-champions-league-amid-dispute) Other items mentioned - Pirlo & Kaka retiring - Conditions for US qualifier in T&T (http://www.espnfc.us/united-states/story/3224710/united-states-trains-on-flooded-pitch-in-trinidad-ahead-of-world-cup-quali

The Knittel brothers discuss the unrest in Catalonia's impact on FC Barcelona, Ancelotti leaving Bayern, Timo Werner struggling to cope in Turkey and more. Stories & topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Barcelona may be leaving La Liga (http://www.espnfc.us/barcelona/story/3216477/catalan-independence-make-barcelonas-la-liga-future-unknown-sports-minister) - Ancelotti leaves Bayern after the slow start and loss to PSG (http://www.espnfc.us/bayern-munich/story/3216617/psg-defeat-was-last-straw-for-bayern-to-sack-carlo-ancelotti-director) - Russia added a stand outside the stadium to meet FIFA regulations for World Cup (https://www.sbnation.com/lookit/2017/10/3/16409096/russia-world-cup-stadium-stand-outside-stadium) Segment 2 - Fan Futsal game (La Liga) Segment 3 - Werner struggled to cope with Champions League atmosphere at Besiktas (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/sep/27/rb-leipzig-timo-werner-besiktas-crowd-noise) - Potential Christmas Eve match (http://www.espnfc.us/liverpool/story/3

The Knittel brothers are joined by Steve Bernasconi of The Soccer Tour to discuss proposed changes to the MLS playoffs, NASL's lawsuit, Tevez's comments about Chinese soccer and more. Stories & Topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Proposed changes to MLS Playoff structure (https://www.fourfourtwo.com/us/features/mls-playoff-format-rules-changes-single-elimination-2018-season) - NASL filed lawsuit to remain D2 (https://www.socceramerica.com/article/74978/nasl-files-federal-antitrust-suit-against-us-soc.html) Segment 2 - Fan Futsal game (Combo Euro) Segment 3 - Tevez's comments about Chinese soccer (http://www.espnfc.us/chinese-super-league/story/3209988/carlos-tevez-chinese-football-cant-compete-with-other-nations-even-in-50-years) - Josh Sargent to Werder Bremen in February (https://www.starsandstripesfc.com/2017/9/20/16338624/josh-sargent-to-join-werder-bremen-in-2018) - Discussion on Golden Boy (http://www.espnfc.us/borussia-dortmund/story/3210414/christian-pulisic-should-win-golden-boy-award-b

The Knittel brothers discuss Toronto FC's historic season, Lukaku celebrating against Everton, trouble at PSG, and more. Stories & Topics discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Sunil Gulati has a challenger for US Soccer president in next year's elections (https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soccer-insider/wp/2017/09/12/its-time-for-change-boston-attorney-will-challenge-sunil-gulati-for-u-s-soccer-presidency/?utm_term=.1dd1c7625d94) - Toronto FC greatest team in MLS history? (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/09/10/chasing-history-toronto-fc-pace-one-greatest-seasons-ever) - Lukaku celebrates scoring vs Everton (https://twitter.com/SkySportsPL/status/909462824056791040) Segment 2 - Fan Futsal game (Ligue 1) Segment 3 - Cologne want replay after wrong VAR call (http://www.espnfc.us/german-bundesliga/story/3207080/cologne-want-5-0-bundesliga-loss-to-borussia-dortmund-to-be-replayed) - Trouble between Neymar and Cavani (http://www.espnfc.us/paris-saint-germain/story/3207648/dani-alves-urges-psg-to-work-tog

We discuss Delle Alli's one finger salute, La Liga's lack of drug testing, USMNT World Cup Qualification, and more. Links to topics/stories discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - EPL changing transfer deadline window (http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/41188235) - De Boer being fired after 4 matches (https://www.sbnation.com/soccer/2017/9/11/16288670/frank-de-boer-fired-crystal-palace) - Liverpool accused of tapping up Ox (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2732071-arsene-wenger-says-liverpool-tapping-up-alex-oxlade-chamberlain-was-inevitable) - Delle Alli giving finger to Kyle Walker (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/sep/08/fifa-dele-alli-disciplinary-one-finger-salute-england-slovakia) Segment 2 - Fan Futsal game (Serie A) Segment 3 - La Liga didn't do any drug testing last season (http://www.soccerticketsonline.com/wada-no-drug-testing-in-la-liga-since-march-2016/) - La Liga considering having matches abroad starting next season (http://www.espnfc.us/spanish-primera-division/story/3198880/la-liga-s

We discuss the EPL cracking down on number choices, USMNT World Cup Qualifying, NASL getting relegated to Division 3, and more. Links to stories discussed this episode: Segment 1 - Renato Sanches can't wear #85 (https://twitter.com/swansofficial/status/903281468507598848) - Qatar will be first host country to debut at world cup since 1934 (https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6x70x5/qatars_elimination_from_2018_qualification_means/) - At what point, if ever, do clubs like Dortmund, Monaco, etc, take the next leap and start holding on to players and challenging for titles/Champs League? (http://www.espnfc.us/story/3193000/borussia-dortmund-sign-jadon-sancho-from-manchester-city) Segment 2 - NASL officially sanctioned as D3 by USSF (first reported by fiftyfiveone.com http://fiftyfive.one/2017/09/us-soccer-federation-rejects-nasls-division-ii-application/) - Pulisic Iso Cam (http://www.goal.com/en-us/news/pulisic-cam-espn-to-offer-isolated-view-of-young-superstar/1le9z02aszx0m1mq9kx1boclvs) - USMNT discussio

Dave and Christian discuss the MLS playoff schedule, the new Las Vegas soccer team's awful name, the Barca-PSG cold war and more. Links to stories discussed: Segment 1 - MLS playoff scheduling (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/08/23/audi-2017-mls-cup-playoffs-schedule-revealed-final-be-played-dec-9) - New Las Vegas team name (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZ5BQTiKtHE) - Villa getting called up to Spanish National team for WCQ & Viera performance in MLS (http://www.espnfc.us/new-york-city-fc/story/3191254/nycfc-boss-patrick-vieira-mls-completely-changed-in-10-years) Segment 3 - Sanchez behavior during Liverpool match (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2017/08/27/alexis-sanchez-did-could-against-liverpool-dismal-arsenal-cannot/) - Mbappe to PSG (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2017/08/28/monaco-agree-extraordinary-loan-deal-will-seekylian-mbappe-joinparis/) & Dembele to Barcelona (http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/41075084) - PSG Barca Cold War (http://www.goal.com/en/news/psg-troll-barcelona

Christian and Dave discuss what is happening at FC Barcelona, the Serie A title race, transfer window sagas, and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Barcelona in trouble (http://www.espnfc.us/video/espn-fc-tv/86/video/3186389/barcelona-making-an-almighty-mess-of-transfers-messi) - Dembele's terrible behavior (https://www.si.com/soccer/2017/08/19/jurgen-klopp-said-be-angry-dortmund-rebel-ousmane-dembele-trashing-his-house) Segment 3 - First time in 32 years that all 5 big clubs in Italy won on first weekend (https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6v1f66/its_the_first_time_since_198586_32_years_ago_juve/) - Should transfer window shut before season starts (http://www.espnfc.co.uk/story/3185232/tottenham-striker-harry-kane-shut-transfer-window-before-season-starts) - Chinese ref leaves match early (http://www.goal.com/en-za/news/chinese-football-match-stopped-after-referee-quits-to-catch/1559uv9ztniuw154xbzt6dowg0)

Dave & Matt discuss Klopp's managerial credentials, Cristiano's push of a referee, Carlos Vela to LAFC, and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: Segment 1 - Iranian players banned from national team duty for playing against Israeli opposition: https://www.si.com/soccer/2017/08/10/iran-bans-players-life-israel - Joey Barton criticizing Klopp: https://talksport.com/football/joey-barton-slams-liverpool-boss-jurgen-klopp-talksport-claiming-he-no-super-coach-and - Marcelo Bielsa best manager in the world: http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/40879274 Segment 3 - Cristiano shoving referee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1O4npzQNyI - Kaka's face grab that led to red card: http://www.espnfc.com/orlando-city-sc/story/3178521/mls-video-review-gives-kaka-red-card-for-joking-incident-with-aurelien-collin - Carlos Vela is coming to LAFC and MLS: http://www.espnfc.us/major-league-soccer/story/3176574/bob-bradley-los-angeles-fc-will-build-team-around-carlos-vela

Dave, Christian, and Matt discuss the CAS filing for promotion and relegation in the US, Neymar's farewell, predictions for the EPL season and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: Section 1: - CAS filing on pro/rel: https://www.socceramerica.com/article/74410/pro-rel-to-cas-the-hurdles-proponents-face.html?print Section 3: - Barca & Real Madrid release clauses: http://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/ronaldo-messi-neymar-the-biggest-release-clauses-in-world/10brahxo6ku2y14yuus4lt1y83 - Neymar's goodbye message to Barca: https://www.instagram.com/p/BXWBWH0DZoj/ - Jesus Navas unveiling video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a-iesLF0TNQ Other Stories Mentioned: - Ronaldo conspiracy theories: https://twitter.com/Yannick_Kmbl/status/895197660914872320 & https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6setxs/ronaldo_to_as_monaco_rumor/

We discuss the LA coaching hires, Coutinho rumors, changes in penalty shootouts, and more. Links to topics discussed on this episode: SEGMENT 1 - Neymar transfer timeline & some reddit responses: https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6r5mro/i_collected_some_of_the_early_posts_about_the/ - Union penalty argument: http://www.phillysoccerpage.net/2017/07/28/in-defense-of-roland-alberg/ - SF Deltas owner's asking fans to bring fans to game: https://medium.com/sfdeltas/sf-deltas-ceo-challenge-to-fans-2801e726bb6 - LA Coaching hires: Sigi to LA Galaxy (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/07/27/la-galaxy-fire-curt-onalfo-hire-sigi-schmid-replacement) & Bob Bradley to LAFC (https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/07/27/armchair-analyst-bob-bradley-returns-la-franchise-build) SEGMENT 3 - Coutinho transfer rumors: http://www.express.co.uk/sport/football/836101/Liverpool-transfer-news-Philippe-Coutinho-Barcelona - Penalties in #EFL competitions will use A-B-B-A format this upcoming season: http://www.skysports.co

Dave and Christian discuss Chicharito's MLS worth, the MLS media rights proposal everyone is talking about, Neymar to PSG, and more. Links to stories discussed on this episode: - El Salvador's antics vs the USMNT: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/jul/19/usa-el-salvador-report-biting-incident - Chicharito's MLS salary demands: https://twitter.com/TaylorTwellman/status/888100521453793282 - MLS media deal requiring pro/rel: http://www.espnfc.com/major-league-soccer/story/3164144/mls-rejected-$4-billion-media-rights-deal-that-hinged-on-promotion-and-relegation - FC Barcelona's opening a US based residency academy: https://www.fcbarcelona.com/club/news/2016-2017/fc-barcelona-grande-sports-world-create-residential-academy-arizona-usa - Neymar's potential PSG transfer: http://www.skysports.com/football/news/12691/10959547/neymar-to-psg-lowdown-on-potentially-record-breaking-transfer - Changes coming to the African Cup of Nations: http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/40657296 - Fan Futsal Twitch Channel: https:

Dave and Christian discuss AC Milan's transfer window, USMNT Gold Cup strategy, and more. Links to stories discussed: - AC Milan transfer window: http://www.espnfc.com/story/3158816/ac-milan-announce-midfielder-lucas-biglia-as-ninth-summer-signing - Red Star Belgrade keeps losing promising talents for so cheap in today's market: http://www.espnfc.us/story/3159149/manchester-city-to-sign-brothers-luka-ivan-ilic-from-red-star-belgrade-sources - USMNT calling in stars for Gold Cup knockout: https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/soccer-insider/wp/2017/07/16/bruce-arena-makes-maximum-number-of-roster-changes-to-u-s-soccer-team-at-gold-cup/?utm_term=.ee4fe20ddc50 - Paolo Di Canio's comments about Lazio & Roma: https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6nseto/paolo_di_canio_on_roma_lazio_if_you_think_youre/ - Fan Futsal Twitch Channel: https://www.twitch.tv/fan_futsal

We discuss some high-profile transfers, VAR, crazy South African soccer club owners, and more. Links to articles discussed on this episode: -Paul Pogba had some comments recently about winning trophies. (http://www.esquire.co.uk/culture/longform/a15786/paul-pogba-interview/) -Rooney back to Everton (http://www.espnfc.us/everton/story/3155645/wayne-rooney-says-i-am-not-coming-to-a-retirement-home-at-everton) -Lukaku to United (http://www.espnfc.us/story/3155113/romelu-lukaku-signs-for-manchester-united-to-complete-everton-switch) -James Rodriguez to Bayern (http://www.espnfc.us/story/3155968/real-madrids-james-rodriguez-joins-bayern-munich-on-two-year-loan) -Messi's new contract http://www.espnfc.us/story/3153426/lionel-messi-officially-agrees-new-barcelona-contract-until-2021 -Illegal football streams interview (http://www.bbc.com/sport/football/40491766) -JCO suspension (http://www.espnfc.us/mexico/story/3154646/fifa-hand-mexico-coach-juan-carlos-osorio-a-six-match-ban-for-confed-cup-protest) -South African

No new show, but we wanted to send a quick happy 4th of July message.

The brothers discuss China's U-20s in the German league, loyalty in soccer, rescinded red cards and more. Links to stories discussed in this episode: - English FA bans sponsor deals with betting companies: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/jun/22/fa-announces-end-to-sponsorship-deals-with-betting-companies - China's U20's competing in German 4th division next season (this is not a typo): https://www.fourfourtwo.com/us/news/china-u20s-set-play-german-league - reddit discussion on loyalty: https://www.reddit.com/r/soccer/comments/6jisws/why_do_you_guys_think_that_clubs_deserve_loyalty/ - FC Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire on ESPN2: http://www.espnfc.us/us-open-cup/story/3147709/fc-cincinnatis-next-us-open-cup-game-to-air-on-espn2 - Ref rescinds red card in Union vs DC match: https://www.mlssoccer.com/post/2017/06/24/honest-haris-unions-medunjanin-saves-dcs-acosta-red-card - NASL's new ownership group in San Diego has a bunch of pro soccer players in it: http://www.espnfc.us/north-american-soccer-league/story

The brothers discuss Cristiano's potential move away from Madrid, new soccer rules, the Confederations Cup's future, and more. Links to topics discussed on this episode: - Cristiano may leave Madrid: http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/transfers/cristiano-ronaldo-real-madrid-transfer-news-wants-to-leave-spanish-tax-fraud-allegations-a7792826.html - Donnarumma may leave Milan: http://www.goal.com/en/news/8/main/2017/06/19/36462952/donnarumma-was-bullied-by-milan-raiola - Crotone's manager biked a mighty long way: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/jun/18/italian-coach-davide-nicola-promise-bike-ride-crotone - Sepp Blatter doesn't believe in whistleblowing: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/jun/19/sepp-blatter-fifa-president-corruption- - The IFAB has some new proposed rules changes: http://www.espnfc.us/blog/fifa/243/post/3144648/radical-ifab-proposals-include-60-minute-match-clocks-penalty-goals - What is the Confederations Cup's future? https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/dcunited/in