This week on Inside American Soccer, Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos welcome back USMNT legend Tony Meola. Tony reflects on his unlikely journey, from playing center forward at Kearny High School in New Jersey, to attending the University of Virginia on a dual baseball and soccer scholarship, to the disappointment of being cut from the 1988 Olympic team.

He opens up about the greatest performance of his national team career, the life-changing impact of the 1994 World Cup, and the emotional pump-up video the team watched inside the Pontiac Silverdome the night before their opening match against Switzerland.

Plus, Tab and Tony reveal their All-Time USMNT Starting XIs, and Tony shares the story of becoming the unlikely star of a “Broadway” play.

This week on Inside American Soccer, Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos welcome back USMNT legend Tony Meola. Tony reflects on his unlikely journey, from playing center forward at Kearny High School in New Jersey, to attending the&nbsp;University of Virginia on a dual baseball and soccer scholarship, to the disappointment of being cut from the 1988 Olympic&nbsp;team.
He opens up about the greatest performance of his national team career, the life-changing impact of the 1994 World Cup, and the emotional pump-up video the team watched inside the Pontiac Silverdome the night before their opening match against Switzerland.
Plus, Tab and Tony reveal their All-Time USMNT Starting XIs, and Tony shares the story of becoming the unlikely star of a &ldquo;Broadway&rdquo; play.

Inside America Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos, the serious fan’s go-to source for USMNT news, analysis and informed opinions.

Inside America Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos, the serious fan&rsquo;s go-to source for USMNT news, analysis and informed opinions.

Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos

Tony Meola on 1994 World Cup, His All-Time USMNT XI & His Best Performance

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Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos react to the USMNT’s FIFA World Cup roster, with Tom explaining the reporting behind the reveal and how the news got out ahead of schedule.

The guys then go position by position through Mauricio Pochettino’s squad decisions, including the heavy emphasis on defenders and outside backs, and the shocking midfield selections of Cristian Roldan and Sebastian Berhalter over Tanner Tessmann and Aidan Morris. They break down what those choices reveal about the way the U.S. plans to play heading into the tournament.

Tom and Tab also debate who should wear the captain’s armband and why the omission of Diego Luna raises questions about loyalty within the program.

Plus, the guys preview the upcoming friendly against Senegal, and give their projected Starting XI's against the African champions.

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos react to the USMNT&rsquo;s FIFA World Cup roster, with Tom explaining the reporting behind the reveal and how the news got out ahead of schedule.
The guys then go position by position through Mauricio Pochettino&rsquo;s squad decisions, including the heavy emphasis on defenders and outside backs, and the shocking midfield selections of Cristian Roldan and Sebastian Berhalter over Tanner Tessmann and Aidan Morris. They break down what those choices reveal about the way the U.S. plans to play heading into the tournament.
Tom and Tab also debate who should wear the captain&rsquo;s armband and why the omission of Diego Luna raises questions about loyalty within the program.
Plus, the guys preview the upcoming friendly against Senegal, and give their projected Starting XI's against the African champions.

USMNT World Cup Roster Reaction: Surprises, Snubs & Tactical Questions

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Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos are joined by JT Batson, the CEO and Secretary General of the United States Soccer Federation, for an exclusive and revealing conversation about the future of the USMNT and U.S. Soccer.

The group discusses the fallout from Matt Crocker leaving the federation less than two months before the FIFA World Cup, and JT explains his intriguing vision for replacing the Sporting Director role and restructuring the leadership hierarchy within U.S. Soccer.

They also dive into JT’s relationship with Mauricio Pochettino, including insight into Pochettino’s plans following the World Cup and the long-term direction of the national team program.

Plus, JT gives candid answers about the future of the U.S. Open Cup and shares what he believes U.S. Soccer must become in order to continue growing the sport in America.

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos are joined by JT Batson, the CEO and Secretary General of the United States Soccer Federation, for an exclusive and revealing conversation about the future of the USMNT and U.S. Soccer.
The group discusses the fallout from Matt Crocker leaving the federation less than two months before the FIFA World Cup, and JT explains his intriguing vision for replacing the Sporting Director role and restructuring the leadership hierarchy within U.S. Soccer.
They also dive into JT&rsquo;s relationship with Mauricio Pochettino, including insight into Pochettino&rsquo;s plans following the World Cup and the long-term direction of the national team program.
Plus, JT gives candid answers about the future of the U.S. Open Cup and shares what he believes U.S. Soccer must become in order to continue growing the sport in America.

U.S. Soccer CEO on Pochettino, Crocker & the Future of Soccer in America

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Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos go position by position to project Mauricio Pochettino’s final USMNT roster for the FIFA World Cup. How many players will the U.S. bring at each position, and which names will make the final cut?

The guys debate whether players like Miles Robinson, Diego Luna, Sebastian Berhalter, Gio Reyna, and Álex Zendejas can move from the bubble onto the squad, while also breaking down the toughest decisions facing the coaching staff.

Plus, Tab shares the full story of the week that changed the trajectory of U.S. Soccer forever.

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos go position by position to project Mauricio Pochettino&rsquo;s final USMNT roster for the FIFA World Cup. How many players will the U.S. bring at each position, and which names will make the final cut?
The guys debate whether players like Miles Robinson, Diego Luna, Sebastian Berhalter, Gio Reyna, and &Aacute;lex Zendejas can move from the bubble onto the squad, while also breaking down the toughest decisions facing the coaching staff.
Plus, Tab shares the full story of the week that changed the trajectory of U.S. Soccer forever.

Final USMNT World Cup Roster Projection

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Tony Meola on 1994 World Cup, His All-Time USMNT XI & His Best Performance

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