Club and Country

SC tops Cincy: Is Nashville's starting XI fully formed?

Nashville rolled out the healthiest starting XI they've had all year and the result was a 4-0 victory over Cincinnati. The offense finally feels fully formed while the de

Historic week capped by stoppage time game-winners

Nashville SC won for the first time in club history at Red Bulls with a stoppage time game-winner off a set piece. The Boys in Gold then followed that up with one of the

Scorching Nashville attack cools Messi, Miami in historic victory

The Boys in Gold delivered a complete team victory over Messi and Miami in one of the most important regular season performances in club history. Elias Saad and Reed Bake

Supporters' Shield Showdown: All attention shifts to Messi, Miami

Nashville SC is eliminated from the Leagues Cup after rotating in two of the three group stage matches. The strategy was to focus on and prepare for Miami's visit on this

2026 Leagues Cup: To Try or Not To Try?

Nashville SC's offense played a great first half against DC United but a sloppy second half resulted in dropping two points. How has the return to play impacted the club'

Offensive issues continue in Orlando for NSC

Nashville SC has won two out of three matches since returning to MLS play following the World Cup but haven't looked good doing it. A loss to a surging Orlando City side

New Champions of the World: Spain dominate World Cup

Spain are World Champions for the second time in four World Cups. How were they able to dominate Argentina in the Final and what does it say about this Spanish side histo

Nashville SC back riding World Cup wave

After 54 days, Nashville SC is back on Friday night against Atlanta - with two new players and a mostly healthy roster. Then we dive into the World Cup's impact on MLS an

BONUS: World Cup, MLS, Nashville SC with Joe Lowery

Joe Lowery of Backheeled and Total Soccer Show stops by to break down the USMNT’s disappointing exit from the 2026 World Cup with Ben Wright. The convo includes what went

Distracted USA no-shows in historic defeat to Belgium

USA failed to show up against Belgium in a historic loss on Monday night. The team is out of the World Cup after a sloppy, timid, uncharacteristic performance. What is Ch

USA advances despite red card, Belgium is next

The US Men's National Team won just the second knockout World Cup match in history over Bosnia and Herzegovina. The offense was active, the defense was sound and the squa

Lessons learned about depth, Pulisic prepare US for Bosnia and Herzegovina

Turkiye defeated the US in the final match of group play on Thursday night. What were the actual goals of the match and did the US accomplish most of them despite the los

Wright or Balo-Wrong: Yellow Cards impact Turkiye strategy

The US defeated Australia 2-0 and clinched Group D. How did it happen and how concerned are we about Christian Pulisic? We try to explain the new yellow card rules which

USA makes World Cup History + Socceroos Match Preview

The vibes are high as the US Men did things they've never done before in a 4-1 win over Paraguay in their World Cup opener. What to make of Pulisic's injury and the defen

Expectation setting for USMNT + The Decision revisited

Nashville SC got three All-Stars this year - but did someone get snubbed? We set expectations for the US Men's National Team on the eve of the World Cup beginning. What d

Complete World Cup 2026 Preview with Lucas Panzica

The US Men's National Team begins a World Cup journey on home soil next week - but are we ready to compete? We break down every group, every favorite, darkhorse, and more

Nashville SC enters break atop MLS + USMNT final World Cup roster

A new era of soccer coverage is here for Nashville! What's the latest with Warren Madrigal and Nashville SC couldn't have entered the break in better shape. Then dive int

The Top of MLS. The End of an Era

Nashville SC outgunned LAFC 3-2 to take top spot in Major League Soccer with one match left until World Cup break. Wes and Tim talk about the win, then make an announceme

Depleted, But Dynamic: NSC Rolls the Revs

Nashville SC dominated New England on the road Wednesday, soaring to a 3-0 win without its starting striker and midfield. Wes and Ben Wright break down the win and look a

Nashville SC Crashes Out and Looks Ahead

The Boys in Gold are out of continental competition after a 2-0 aggregate defeat to Tigres, capped by a 1-0 setback in Nueva Leon. Wes and Tim reflect on the tournament a