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Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros discuss Weston McKennie’s exclusion from the USMNT roster in November. Should manager Mauricio Pochettino have selected a midfielder this far ahead of the World Cup? The men’s team will also identify their top eleven from this lineup and spotlight a player they believe merits a place in the World Cup squad.
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Next, Christian and Alexis react to the surprising announcement that MLS will transition to a fall-spring schedule beginning in 2027. Is this a positive change for the league? How will MLS realign with the European soccer calendar?
The duo then previews the NWSL semi-finals and shares their predictions, including insights on which teams have the best chance of winning.
(6:30) – No McKennie or Pulisic: When will the USMNT start to worry?
(17:00) – Projected Best Eleven for the USMNT in November
(25:30) – Spotlight on USMNT Players: Who truly deserves a spot in the World Cup lineup?
(30:00) – MLS greenlights fall-to-spring calendar shift
(48:00) – Previewing the NWSL Playoffs Semi-Finals
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Fan Take: This news is significant for soccer fans because a shift to a fall-spring schedule aligns MLS more closely with global soccer trends, potentially enhancing player recruitment and competition level. Additionally, the decisions surrounding player selections for the upcoming World Cup will have long-lasting implications for the team’s performance and prestige.
