In this episode, Gary Kleiban welcomes Filippo Silva, the independent voice behind Tactical Manager TV, for an unfiltered discussion on the state of American soccer.
Filippo, a Brazilian-American with a deep soccer background, shares his journey from playing and coaching to building a platform that challenges the U.S. soccer establishment.
The conversation covers the USMNT’s struggles, including the entitlement of the current “golden generation” and Christian Pulisic’s controversial decision to skip the Gold Cup.
They also explore MLS’s controlled growth, the U.S. Open Cup saga, and the recent USSF-TST partnership, questioning whether it signals a corporate takeover of a fan-driven tournament.
Filippo embodies the power of independent media and vocal fans in driving change, citing Gregg Berhalter’s firing as proof of supporter influence.
Packed with insights for coaches, parents, and fans, this episode is a must-listen for anyone invested in transforming American soccer.
00:00 Intro
09:32 Filippo’s Background and Tactical Manager
12:37 Size and Nature of American Soccer Fandom?
20:30 Sub: Gregg Berhalter Getting Fired and Fan Power
25:49 Independent Media (Access and How to Compromise Them)
36:03 Being a Good Communicator
38:09 Have You Played Ball?
39:48 TST 7v7 Soccer
48:36 Sub: Consequences of US Soccer Partnering with TST
51:28 Sub: Intelligence of USSF/MLS Executives
56:59 When to Call it Quits?
57:53 Pochettino as a Win/Win for the Establishment
58:50 The MLS National Team Quota
01:01:08 Corruption/Collusion in Football
01:03:14 Sub: Why Even Care About American Soccer?
01:04:30 Sub: MLS, Don Garber, Open Cup
01:09:43 Why are You a USMNT Fan?
01:13:06 Sub: Pulisic Taking Time Off
01:16:50 USMNT Getting Grouped in 2026
01:19:36 Would USMNT Qualify from CONMEBOL?
01:25:47 Outro
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