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Can Thomas Müller & Vancouver stop Messi & Miami? + Clint Dempsey breaks down the USMNT’s recent resurgence

2025-12-01 21:16
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Can Thomas Müller & Vancouver stop Messi & Miami? + Clint Dempsey breaks down the USMNT’s recent resurgence

Christian Polanco and Taylor Twellman react to Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps’ dominant performances in the MLS Conference Finals. Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami finally hoist the MLS Cup,...

Can Thomas Müller & Vancouver stop Messi & Miami? + Clint Dempsey breaks down the USMNT’s recent resurgenceStory byVideo Player CoverMon, December 1, 2025 at 9:16 PM UTC·1 min read

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Christian Polanco and Taylor Twellman react to Inter Miami and the Vancouver Whitecaps’ dominant performances in the MLS Conference Finals. Will Lionel Messi and Inter Miami finally hoist the MLS Cup, or can Thomas Müller’s gritty Vancouver side spoil the celebrations?

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Next, Christian and Alexis bring on MLS and USMNT legend Clint Dempsey to chat all things USMNT, including what Mauricio Pochettino has changed within the squad to spark their current resurgence. Clint also shares his thoughts on what the new Summer–Spring calendar will mean for Major League Soccer.

Later, Clint discusses the USMNT’s striker dilemma and why he believes competition for the starting spot is a good thing.

Timestamps:

(2:45) – Are Inter Miami unstoppable?

(13:00) – Can Thomas Müller & Co. spoil Miami’s party?

(18:30) – MLS Cup Final preview

(28:45) – Breaking down the USMNT ahead of the World Cup

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(36:00) – Clint Dempsey reacts to the new MLS calendar change

(41:00) – Breaking down the USMNT’s striker dilemma

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