MLS Soccerwise | MLS Transfer Window Goes Wild

MLS Soccerwise | MLS Transfer Window Goes Wild

Author: Kickback Soccer Media August 27, 2026 Duration: 1:20:40

The MLS transfer window is heating up, with record-breaking fees and major moves reshaping clubs across the league. David Gass and Tom Bogert break down Kevin Kelsy’s $13 million move to Rangers, Owen Wolff’s record U22 Initiative transfer to Sporting KC, Julian Hall’s new deal, Austin FC’s overhaul and more before diving into MLS’s Leagues Cup collapse and the weekend ahead.

0:00 Intro

6:24 Portland’s Kevin Kelsy to Rangers

17:03 Owen Wolff to Sporting KC

32:49 Colorado’s Big U22 Signing

37:02 Julian Hall’s New Deal

43:41 LAFC & Orlando Make Moves, Players Head Abroad

52:48 Liga MX Sweeps the Leagues Cup Quarterfinals

1:04:08 The Austin FC Rant

1:14:35 Weekend Watchlist

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North American soccer is a sprawling, fast-moving world of its own, and Soccerwise is here to make sense of it all. This isn't just another highlight reel. Host David Gass, alongside insider Tommy "Scoops" Bogert and seasoned NWSL broadcaster Jordan Angeli, brings you into the conversation multiple times a week. They dissect the crucial matches from MLS and the NWSL, track the progress of the US National Teams, and dig into the emerging stories that define the sport on this side of the Atlantic. The analysis is informed and immediate, cutting through the noise to explain not just what happened, but why it matters. A key part of the Soccerwise dynamic is the direct line to listeners, with the team regularly weaving audience questions into their discussions, making each episode feel like a dialogue among fans who know their stuff. Tune in to this Kickback Soccer Media podcast for a comprehensive, engaging, and surprisingly detailed take on the entire ecosystem of North American soccer, from the biggest transfers to the tactical shifts you might have missed. It’s the kind of deep dive that feels like sitting in on a planning session with people who live and breathe the game, offering clarity and context whether you’re a longtime supporter or just finding your footing in the league.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Soccerwise | U.S. Soccer, MLS, NWSL
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