Backheeled Podcast

Earlier this year, Backheeled sent an identical survey to players from around the USL Championship. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into a handful of answers from players across the league. For more, check out the full survey. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted …

Let's chat about a few American soccer topics, shall we? To start off, Joe Lowery dives into the Houston Dynamo's win over Inter Miami in the U.S. Open Cup Final. Then it's onto some NWSL news and a weekend preview! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See…

Don't blink, because there's a ton going on in the American soccer world right now. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the USWNT's recent friendly wins over South Africa and what comes next for them now that Megan Rapinoe and Julie Ertz have retired. Then, it's on to a look at the USMNT with news that Gregg Berhalter and Gio Reyna have now spok…

The international break is here! Ahead of the USMNT's two September friendlies, Joe Lowery breaks down one of the surprise inclusions on Gregg Berhalter's roster in Benjamin Cremaschi. What makes the 18-year-old special? And where does he still need to improve? That -- plus a preferred starting XI for the USMNT's match on Saturday -- on the show. I…

Earlier today, the Colorado Rapids announced their decision to fire head coach Robin Fraser. What does Joe Lowery make of that decision? And what needs to change for the Rapids to find their way in MLS? That, plus chat about Brenden and Paxten Aaronson, on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for …

The Gregg Berhalter era has begun (again) for the U.S. men's national team. What did we learn from Berhalter's press conference yesterday? And what do we make of the roster for the USMNT's September friendlies? Joe Lowery talks about that -- and more -- on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for …

We're going where no show has gone before: on this episode, Joe Lowery dives into all 29 MLS teams in less than 10 minutes. Come for the challenge, stay for the analysis of every team in MLS. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…

Inter Miami won yet another crazy game last night, this time booking a spot in the U.S. Open Cup final in the process. How do you stop Messi and Miami? Joe Lowery talks about that, what we learned from Leagues Cup, and sad news for San Diego Loyal fans. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American…

News and notes are flying around MLS right now! On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the Portland Timbers' decision to fire Gio Savarese, Toronto FC's reported interest in John Herdman, and star New England Revolution goalkeeper Djordje Petrovic's upcoming move to Chelsea. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled…

To help you stay up-to-date on the latest in American soccer, Joe Lowery dives into a host of big topics. From Vlatko Andonovski's resignation to Gio Reyna's injury issues, there's plenty of meat in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See ac…

The MLS regular season returns this weekend, so it's time to make some predictions! On this episode, Joe Lowery shares five of his biggest predictions for Inter Miami, the Columbus Crew, and other teams from around the league. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on…

It's been a rough week for the USWNT and its fans. So let's look to the future, shall we? On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into a group of players who could be key contributors for the United States at the next World Cup. He also wonders: where are the up-and-coming defenders? If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backhee…

It's time for a new era for the USWNT. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into what went wrong for the United States at the World Cup (and in the buildup to it) and what's next for them ahead of a new tournament cycle. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. S…

From signing Lionel Messi to big-time striker additions, MLS teams were busy this summer. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into the most interesting stories from MLS's latest transfer window and runs through some winners (and losers). If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! …

The U.S. women's national team is having a tough time at the World Cup so far. What's behind the team's struggles? And is there still hope for the United States as they move into the knockout rounds? All that -- and more -- on this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer cover…

One game down, hopefully many more to go for the United States at this summer's Women's World Cup. Joe Lowery discusses what we learned about the USWNT from their win over Vietnam and what to expect against the Netherlands. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Ac…

Christian Pulisic is officially an AC Milan player! How will the U.S. star fit with his new team? Joe Lowery answers that question and dives into the USMNT's loss to Panama that sent them home from the Gold Cup. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See aca…

While Messi Fever is currently taking over MLS, teams from around the league are making big moves of their own in this summer transfer window. On the latest episode of The Backheeled Show, Joe Lowery breaks down some of the biggest news and transfer updates across MLS. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com f…

13 days. That's all that's separating us from the start of the 2023 Women's World Cup. With a send-off game coming up on Sunday against Wales, Joe Lowery dives into a number of reasons to be excited about the USWNT at this summer's tournament. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer co…

As of this week, Tata Martino is Inter Miami's new manager! What should we make of the hire? And what's on Martino's to-do list with Inter Miami ahead of Messi's arrival? Joe Lowery answers those questions (and more) on this episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Fo…

Earlier this week, Toronto FC announced the decision to fire manager and sporting director Bob Bradley. Was that the right call? Joe Lowery analyzes the situation in Toronto and dives into the USMNT's start at the Gold Cup. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the enti…

The U.S. women's national team's roster for this summer's World Cup is here! Who's in the squad? Who missed out? And did Vlatko Andonovski make the right choices? Joe Lowery answers all of those questions on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire mon…

Kings of Concacaf! Over the last week, the USMNT topped Mexico and Canada in the Concacaf Nations League to lift another trophy. Joe Lowery runs through what we learned about the United States. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donati…

Today is the day! It's time for USA vs. Mexico. Recording from Las Vegas, Joe Lowery discusses the atmosphere surrounding the USMNT right now, Matt Crocker's arrival in Las Vegas, and keys to the match. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’…

We're days away from a big game for the USMNT! Ahead of their match against Mexico, Joe Lowery discusses the state of the U.S.'s player pool and analyzes the team's weaknesses. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the entire month of June, we’re donating every dollar f…

Lionel Messi is coming to MLS! It seems almost impossible to believe, but it's happening. On this episode show, Joe Lowery discusses Messi’s upcoming move to Inter Miami and what it means for MLS and soccer in the United States. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! For the…

Another year, another big loss in the Concacaf Champions League for an MLS team. On this episode, Joe Lowery discusses whether LAFC manager Steve Cherundolo was right to bemoan MLS rules and regulations after his team's defeat. Plus, CCL is no more? Learn more about the competition's rebrand (and big cash prize) on the show. If you enjoyed this epi…

The USMNT's roster for the Nations League is here! Who's in the squad? Who's missing? And what should we expect from the US this summer? Joe Lowery answers all of those questions on today's show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

That came out left field, didn't it? Anthony Hudson is no longer managing the USMNT. What happened? And how much does it actually matter for the U.S.? Find out on the show. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

It’s time for a negative (but still fun!) episode of The Backheeled Show. On this show, Joe Lowery dives into what’s wrong with every team in the Eastern Conference in MLS. Next week, we'll tackle the West. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co…

The U.S. U-20s are off to a hot start at the U-20 World Cup down in Argentina. Which players are shining? Joe Lowery breaks it down. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

Folarin Balogun gives the United States something special up top. Joe Lowery dives into why his decision to represent the U.S. is so important for the USMNT. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

It's almost U-20 World Cup time! The United States released their roster for the U-20 World Cup earlier this week. So, which U.S. players should you be watching later this month? Joe Lowery walks through each position group. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on A…

There have been some big shakeups in the USL over the last week or so. Jake Edwards is gone as president. Former Inter Miami and Atlanta United executive Paul McDonough is in. So what does this change mean for the USL? Backheeled's John Morrissey joins the show to answer that very question. Follow John on Twitter! If you enjoyed this episode, leave…

Here at Backheeled, we like to talk about MLS. We also like to use stats. On this episode, Joe Lowery is joined by Eliot McKinley, a data scientist and contributor to American Soccer Analysis, to do both of those things. Eliot recently published the “2023 MLS Analytics Survey”, which you can find here. Eliot helps provide some context to the survey…

We're already 10 weeks into the 2023 MLS regular season. Crazy, right? On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into 10 of his biggest takeaways from the season so far. From star players to expansion to coaching to struggling teams, there's plenty to discuss. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American …

We're back with our MLS Must Watch Rankings! If you want to get prepped for all of the MLS action coming your way this weekend, we have you covered. On this episode, Joe Lowery ranks and previews every MLS Week 10 game based on how "must-watchy" they are. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more Americ…

On Tuesday, U.S. Soccer announced Matt Crocker as the federation’s next sporting director. Who is Crocker? And what will he bring to U.S. Soccer? Joe Lowery breaks it down. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

What did we learn from the USMNT's game against Mexico on Wednesday night? And how did Anthony Hudson do as manager? Joe Lowery answers both of those questions, discusses the U.S.'s 2027 World Cup bid, MLS transfer needs, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Host…

The USMNT take on Mexico on Wednesday, April 19. It might just be the most low stakes US/Mexico game of all time. But on this episode, Joe Lowery dives into why this match (and future April friendlies) are important for the USMNT. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hoste…

We're back with our MLS Must Watch Rankings! If you want to get prepped for all of the MLS action coming your way this weekend, we have you covered. On this episode, Joe Lowery ranks and previews all 14 MLS Week 8 games based on how "must-watch" they are. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more Americ…

Before the 2023 season kicked off, we sent an identical survey featuring more than a dozen questions to head coaches from around the USL Championship. On this episode, Joe Lowery dives into a few of answers from coaches across the league. For more, check out the full article. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheele…

If you want to get prepped for all of the MLS action coming your way this weekend, we have you covered. On this episode, Joe Lowery ranks and previews all 14 MLS games based on how "must-watch" they are. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

The NWSL is coming to the Bay Area! On this episode, Joe Lowery discusses what this expansion announcement means for the league and for women's soccer in the United States. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

USMNT and New York Red Bulls defender John Tolkin joins Joe Lowery to discuss his development, being in camp with the USMNT, his future, and so much more. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

The USMNT is through to the final four of the CONCACAF Nations League! Joe Lowery walks through what we learned from the U.S.'s pair of March matches. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

The NWSL's 2023 season kicks off on Saturday! Ahead of the new season, Joe Lowery is joined by Backheeled's very own Arianna Cascone to discuss trophy favorites, under-the-radar teams and players, big offseason moves, impactful coaches, and so much more. Follow Arianna on Twitter! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Back…

The first month of the MLS season is in the books. From St. Louis' form to contenders to a superstar out East, Joe Lowery walks through some of the things we've learned over the first four weeks. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f…

The USMNT is back in action, people! Their roster for two upcoming Concacaf Nations League games was released yesterday and we have thoughts. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

The independent investigation into former U.S. men’s national team coach Gregg Berhalter was released on Monday. On this episode, Joe Lowery breaks down the investigation's findings and discusses what comes next for key figures. Content warning: this episode includes references to assault and battery. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating …