If you've ever wondered how professional football clubs use data to scout players who could be the next big signing for the team, then this is your lucky day.

Charlotte FC's Lead Data Analyst, Daniel Wicker, joins the pod to discuss how his role and those of his fellow analysts and scouts brings ideas on paper to ink dried on a contract. (1:30-27:45)

Join us as we begin the pod with his interview with some insight into how the club nabbed Wilfried Zaha this year on loan.

Also, dive into the Top 5 Best Things to Ever Happen to MLS and American Soccer. Stadiums, TV deals and a few marquee players are in the mix. But, who's number one in Tuck's Takes? (28:00-38:50)

Lastly, in the Soccer Explainer, what are the major barriers of entry to soccer fandom in these United States? A lot of bad perception and a ton of subscriptions is part of the answer. (39:00-48:05)