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What did the USWNT learn from its two friendlies against the reigning World Cup champions Spain? Chicago Stars midfielder Brianna Pinto joins David Gass to break down the performances, Mal Swanson’s return and Ashley Sanchez’s comeback. From defining the U.S. style of play to exploring Emma Hayes’ options across the back line and midfield, there’s plenty to unpack as the squad turns its attend to World Cup qualifying and the road to 2027.

St. Louis matches MLS’s all-time unbeaten streak, and the Philadelphia Union just can’t lose. David Gass, Tom Bogert and Matt Doyle are back to dig into St. Louis’ remarkable turnaround, the Union’s hot streak, the questions facing LAFC after a draw with Vancouver, and what stood out from another eventful weekend in MLS.
0:00 Intro
8:49 St. Louis’ Historic Run Continues
20:53 The Race for the Western Conference
25:07 Kévin Denkey Carrying FC Cincinnati
28:56 Late Canadian Classique Comeback
35:22 Toronto’s Playoff Push Starts Now
40:13 André Luiz Arrives as Portland’s Struggles
52:14 Philadelphia’s Unstoppable Run Under Ryan Richter
58:23 Chicago Finds Away, NYCFC Falls Apart
1:05:34 Charlotte: Dark Horse in the East?
1:14:04 LAFC Still Can’t Find Another Gear

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David Gass and Jordan Angeli look back at some of the biggest NWSL trades from the 2026 season and talk about how those moves have played out for the players and the clubs involved. Then they look ahead to next season with a few dream moves of their own, before revisiting their preseason predictions to see what they got right, and where they missed the mark. For the full breakdown of Cat Bush’s trade grades, head to our Instagram: @swwomenfc.
0:00 International Break Special
4:23 NWSL Trade Grades
10:41 Claire Hutton: Bay’s Big Win
15:29 Croix Bethune: A Win for Everyone
22:00 Ludmila: Difficult Fit for San Diego
29:43 Jordyn Huitema: Did Chicago Overpay?
34:03 Emily Sams: New Opportunity
37:49 Dream Moves for Next Season
45:53 Revisiting Our Preseason Predictions

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Decision Day is fast approaching and the margins for error are getting smaller across the MLS playoff landscape. David Gass, Matt Doyle and Tom Bogert break down the MLS who players that stood out in this USMNT camp, Nashville’s pursuit of the single-season points record, the crowded races for position in both conferences and St. Louis’ remarkable unbeaten run as the regular season enters the home stretch.
0:00 Intro
6:20 USMNT’s MLS Standouts
17:55 Can Nashville Break the Points Record?
25:38 Battle for Home-Field Advantage in the East
34:00 The Eastern Conference Playoff Bubble
42:19 Vancouver & The Top of the West
54:28 St. Louis Chases History Against the Galaxy
59:54 The West’s Wildcard Battle
1:09:00 The Games That Matter

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The USMNT is entering a new cycle, with a new generation already making its mark. Brian Dunseth and David Gass break down what we learned from the USMNT’s most recent camp and what is revealed about the team’s depth and player pool. Then Kacey White helps preview the USWNT’s big showdown with Spain, as the reigning Olympic champions battle the current World Cup champions.
0:00 Intro
1:43 Inside USMNT Camp
9:52 What We Learned This Window
19:03 Cavan Sullivan & The New Kids
27:47 The Players Who Stood Out
33:27 Captain Tyler Adams
35:19 Taking Stock of the USWNT Roster
42:12 Emma Hayes’ Selection Puzzle
52:11 What Makes Spain So Good
57:47 Predictions for USWNT vs. Spain

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