Top 5 Young Players the USMNT Should Call Up This Fall

Top 5 Young Players the USMNT Should Call Up This Fall

Author: iHeartPodcasts August 11, 2026 Duration: 50:07

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos cover the latest news surrounding the USMNT, including the September and October friendly opponents, the latest questions surrounding Gianni Infantino and FIFA, and the U.S. U-20 team's World Cup qualification.

Then they reveal the Top 5 Young Players they want to see called into USMNT camp this fall. The list features Philadelphia Union "phenom" Cavan Sullivan and Red Bulls rising star Adri Mehmeti, plus three more young players Tab and Tom believe could be ready for the next step with the senior national team.

Who is ready to make the jump to the USMNT? And which young players could become the next stars of American soccer?

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For those who live and breathe the domestic game, Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos offers a conversation that feels like pulling up a chair at the experts' table. This isn't just surface-level recap; it's a deep, nuanced discussion driven by two distinct and authoritative voices. Tom Bogert brings his boots-on-the-ground reporting, delivering the latest transfer whispers, roster updates, and breaking news from every corner of Major League Soccer and beyond. Paired with him is the legendary Tab Ramos, whose perspective is forged from decades at the highest levels as a player, a coach for U.S. Soccer, and a keen tactical mind. Together, they unpack the performances of the United States Men's National Team with a critical yet constructive eye, analyzing formations, player development, and the pressures of international competition. Each episode of this podcast feels like an insider's briefing, where informed opinions are debated and the stories behind the headlines are fully explored. It’s for the fan who wants to understand not just what happened, but why it matters for the future of American soccer. The dynamic between Bogert's journalistic rigor and Ramos's experiential wisdom creates a uniquely valuable listen, produced by iHeartPodcasts, for anyone invested in the sport's growth in this country.
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