In Episode 408, we react to the 2026 World Cup draw, highlighting the USMNT’s manageable group and debating home-field edges.
Discussions turn to media missteps, like Jimmy Conrad’s flip on Pochettino, and how American soccer commentary often lacks nuance.
The USL Players Union’s take on promotion/relegation gets called out for hurting player interests.
Finally, insights on coaching reveal strategies for managing playing time and keeping teams motivated, drawing from pro experiences.
00:00 Intro
05:03 USA’s Group
11:36 The Hardcore American Soccer-First Demographic vs the Suburban Household – Regarding WC Ticket Prices
13:34 Why Gary Won’t Go to a World Cup Game
15:02 American Soccer Supporter “Chants”
17:18 Argentina’s Group and How Gary Watched the 2022 Final
21:10 What is the “Group of Death”
24:29 Prediction for World Cup Winner
26:15 Pulisic’s Comments on World Cup Chances
28:56 Jimmy Conrad’s Comments Towards Pochettino Criticism
32:53 Sub: The Issue With US Soccer Noobs Criticizing Experts
35:52 Sub: How Do Noobs Become Legitimately Knowledgable or Experts
38:18 A Signal of Who is A Truth-Teller and Expert
40:17 Sub: Tactical Manager
44:52 Knowing When to STFU
45:58 Sub: The Clandestine Agency World
48:54 USL Player’s Union Screwing Over Players and Pro/Rel
53:09 Player Management – Top Coaches Don’t Give the Starting 11 Until Right Before the Match
55:39 Sub: A Fundamental Principle to Player Management
01:02:56 Sub: Influence of Winning and the Soft Mentality of the Current Generation
01:08:08 Who is the Best Player in the World Now?
01:11:14 Pochettino and His Reflection on 2002 Argentina with Bielsa
01:14:57 Outro
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