USMNT vs Paraguay: World Cup Scouting Report & Predictions

USMNT vs Paraguay: World Cup Scouting Report & Predictions

Author: iHeartPodcasts June 9, 2026 Duration: 46:29

Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos give the full scouting report on Paraguay ahead of the USMNT's Group D opener on Friday night in Los Angeles. They break down Paraguay's strengths, the key players the U.S. must contain, and where Mauricio Pochettino's team can find success against one of the tournament's toughest defensive units.

Tab also takes listeners inside the preparation for the 2014 FIFA World Cup, sharing stories from the coaching staff's game-planning process ahead of the United States' opening match against Ghana and explaining why even the most detailed plans can be thrown into chaos once the whistle blows.

Plus, the guys wrap up the show with Tab's DraftKings predictions for all four opening matches of the tournament, including Mexico vs. South Africa, South Korea vs. Czechia, Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina and, of course, United States vs. Paraguay.

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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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

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