Soccer
USMNT No. 9 Debate? Balogun, Wright, Agyemang & the World Cup Fit
Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos›
Feb 17, 202645:45
Listen now
Listen in the appEpisode context
Listen
Keep going with Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos.
Listen here or keep browsing the show and related sport coverage from here.
Mentioned in this episode
Episode Notes
Tab Ramos and Matt Doyle break down the USMNT depth chart at the No. 9 position. With Haji Wright coming off a hat-trick and Patrick Agyemang reaching double-digit goals in the Championship, they analyze how each striker fits into Mauricio Pochettino’s system along with Folarin Balogun and Ricardo Pepi — both for the upcoming March friendlies and the 2026 World Cup.
Doyle unveils his projected Starting XI for the friendlies, while Tab explains the potential role Noahkai Banks could play for the national team moving forward. The episode also features an in-depth tactical discussion focused on the partnerships and positional balance that could define the U.S. team’s World Cup success.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Next listen
USMNT vs Australia Reaction: U.S. Win and Clinch Top of Group!
3 days ago42:23
Listen guide
How do I listen to this episode of Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos?
"USMNT No. 9 Debate? Balogun, Wright, Agyemang & the World Cup Fit" is an episode of Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos. Runtime 45 min. Published February 17, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
Step by step
- Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
- Or stream right here. Tap play on the episode card above. No app needed.
- Browse the full podcast. Jump to the Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos page for the rest of the catalog.
- Or subscribe in any podcast app. Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos ships on a standard RSS feed, so Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocket Casts all work too.
Quick FAQ
- When was this episode published?
- February 17, 2026.
- How long is this episode?
- 45 min.
- What podcast is this from?
- Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
- What does this episode cover?
- Inside American Soccer with Tom Bogert and Tab Ramos covers soccer. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.
