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We preview LAFC's MLS match vs Seattle on Sunday. We break down Denis Bouanga's public apology after comments about LAFC playing differently this year and the difficulty connecting with Son Heung-min. How does it affect the fate of coach Marc Dos Santos, fan backlash, and tactical improvements? What could and should happen during this World Cup break for the squad? What does this match vs Seattle mean for LAFC leading into this break? And what does California Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Steyer have to say about issues that matter to LAFC fans? Yeah, you read that right!00:00 Cold Open Chaos00:33 Show Intro and Match Preview01:41 Listener Banter and Tom Steyer Tease05:38 Politics in Sports09:03 Sponsor Break10:19 Storylines Segment Setup11:50 Bouanga Apology Explained16:30 Tactics Debate and Coach Heat22:26 JT Decisions and Break Reset29:37 Summer Break Plans30:44 Fixing LAFC Possession32:03 Transfer Priorities Number Nine32:56 Coach Decision Or Roster34:10 Best Summer Break Stories38:12 Seattle Match Turning Point43:12 Tom Steyer Interview Setup47:21 Abolish ICE And Immigration50:14 Billionaire Skepticism Answered55:56 World Cup Picks And Wrap58:01 Bet It And Forget It01:01:14 Final Thanks And SignoffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC Falls 3-2 at Nashville: Bouanga Wakes Up, Set Pieces Hurt, and What Changes Before SeattleDarren and Vince react to another frustrating LAFC loss, with a few bright spots but mostly familiar frustrating problems as LAFC hobbles toward the World Cup break. We break down what needs to change, hear from you all about what you think, and descend deeper and deeper into the dark abyss. Join us!00:00 Postgame Frustration00:50 Breakdown of First Goal02:20 Pros and Happy Foot02:58 Cons Forward Passing04:34 Stagnant Attack Issues07:55 Chances and Set Pieces10:31 Super Chats Begin11:01 Captaincy and Leadership14:50 Coach Debate and Hope20:12 More Super Chats and Jokes23:58 Jeff Tock Calls In25:42 Looking Ahead to Seattle26:53 Training Ground Fixes31:31 Jeff Tock Rant35:31 Eustáquio DP Debate36:46 Locker Room Tension38:46 Substitution Burnout40:05 Fire MDS Arguments41:10 Happy Feet Caller43:29 DP Left Back Pitch45:16 Bob Bradley Case49:01 Diego Zooms Out57:41 Super Chats Tactics01:04:02 MLS Roster Reality01:06:23 Final Thoughts PredictionJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis and Vince react to LAFC's third straight loss in seven days, a 2–1 defeat to 28th-place St. Louis City that capped a brutal stretch of 10 goals conceded in three games after an early-season run as an elite defensive team. It gets worse before the World Cup break and transfer windows provide light at the end of the sewer, with Nashville and Seattle coming up next. So, yknow, brace yourself.00:00 Postgame Meltdown00:50 Defense Falls Apart02:19 Raposo Under Fire03:21 Ritiro Reset Idea06:00 Fixing Fullbacks06:46 Martinez Bright Spot07:49 Chemistry And Confidence08:50 Tough Road Ahead11:44 Accountability Check13:43 Super Chats And Dogs16:04 Caller Vaughn Joins21:26 Caller Diego Recap24:11 Jeff Tock Chaos26:31 Batman Noir Debate27:35 HBO Max Side Quest28:11 All Coaches Bastards28:29 Do Coaches Matter30:35 Thorrington Club DNA33:48 Roster Slots Injuries Luck35:52 Live Show Frog Town36:49 Break Then El Trafico39:35 Fire Coach Threshold43:30 Caller Eustaquio Future48:21 Caller Transfer Window Plans54:37 Wrap Up And GoodbyesJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Vince and Darren preview LAFC's two MLS matches this week, first vs St. Louis CITY (city, city, city...) then at Nashville, and decide difinitively and objectively, with no debate allowed ever, just how worried fans should be following recent heavy losses. Will the summer transfer window bring the right changes? What ARE the right changes? Will Darren still be friends with Travis and Vince after he sells a coffee table book based on his forthcoming HIT TUMBLR???00:00 Welcome and Match Preview00:44 Merch and Postgame Plug01:15 Listener Banter Begins01:36 World Cup at Cosm03:11 Immersive Movies Explained06:08 Live Show Logistics07:07 Sponsor Break Amirian Law08:18 Storylines Segment Setup09:31 How Worried Are We17:02 Tactics Versus Game Model22:09 MLS Context and Expectations25:56 Summer Window Needs26:15 Summer Window Priorities27:26 Fixing Fullback Depth28:02 Finding a True Nine30:13 DP Model and Roster Choices31:13 Which U22s Stay34:41 Scouting St Louis and Nashville37:27 Points Targets and Coach Pressure38:31 Off Topic City Debate41:43 Bet It and Forget It43:16 Outlandish Picks and Sign OffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren, and Vince react to a miserable LAFC week that included a 4–0 Champions Cup loss has now been followed by a 4–1 home defeat to Houston, with Nathan Ordaz scoring LAFC's lone goal. The expected post-Champions-Cup hangover has certainly arrived, and shows no signs of letting up until the World Cup break. Happy Mothers Day! Happy Big Birthday, Travis! Otherwise SAD!00:00 Hungover After Houston01:44 Quick Show Format02:04 Happy Sad Feet Recap02:18 Brutal Schedule Ahead03:11 Why Houston Won05:10 Mistakes Spacing Fatigue06:46 No Training Time Problem08:30 Birthday Banter Bogusz11:31 Second Half Collapse13:51 Son Role And Need Nine16:13 DP Moves Summer Rebuild17:33 Tiny Donuts Call In19:03 Can Son Play Nine20:23 Martinez Too Wide21:13 Super Chats Begin23:03 Press Question Debate24:20 MDS Tactics And Rotation27:47 Palencia Injury Fallout29:15 Hangover And Expectations30:58 Post World Cup Roster32:30 Bouanga Brazil Rumors35:26 Signing Off And Live ShowJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren, and Vince preview LAFC's MLS match vs Houston on Sunday, May 10 at 6:00 PM at BMO Stadium. Will LAFC will suffer a CONCACAF Champions Cup hangover after losing at home to Toluca? How can Marc Dos Santos improve? ...Do we talk about Houston? All this PLUS we FINALLY discuss Cold Stone Creamery and Catlina Island.00:00 Welcome and Match Preview00:35 Merch and Patreon Plug00:53 Listener Mandated Banter01:20 Fourth Wing Book Mishap02:49 Cold Stone Memories04:17 Glendale vs Long Beach05:40 Catalina Trip Pitch06:35 Catalina Wildlife and Vibes08:39 Sponsor Message Amirian Law09:54 Storylines Segment Setup10:55 Champions Cup Hangover12:16 Chiellini on Emotional Reset14:10 Grief and Player Humanity16:22 Why MLS Timing Is Weird16:49 Season Timing and Cups17:29 Getting Out of Your Head18:31 Evaluating Marc Dos Santos21:46 Rotation Depth and Tactics25:30 Pressers and Taking Heat28:18 Who Is Thriving Now30:31 Do We Talk Houston31:41 Bogusz Return and Preview34:45 Bet It and Forget It37:39 Wrap Up and Sign OffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren and Vince react to LAFC's brutal 4–0 loss to Toluca in Toluca, one of the club's worst nights and a cowardly, mistake-filled performance marked by awful passing and missed early chances. Hugo Lloris was the lone bright spot amid relentless pressure, which was not nearly enough to avoid complete disaster. A truly horrifying spectacle of a loss!00:00 Postmatch Meltdown01:10 Darren Takes The Blame02:22 Quick Game Recap03:03 Happy Foot Sad Foot06:09 Any Positives Tonight07:17 What Was The Plan08:01 Pressure And Passing11:39 Courage And Collapse13:09 Therapy And The Gun Bit17:05 Super Chats Begin17:29 Happy Foot Flag Story18:30 Parking The Bus Debate19:35 Tillman Reception And Bouanga23:15 MLS Roster Rules Rant27:54 More Super Chats And Tunisia30:39 First Caller Jeff Tock34:09 Lineup Rage Begins34:44 Tillman Role Debate35:04 Midfield Picks Questioned35:54 Nobody Played Well36:23 Sell Bouanga Argument37:18 Jeff Gets Booted37:32 Diego Calls In38:38 Tillman Miss Breakdown42:41 Ross Tactical Fixes44:49 Striker Problem Talk48:58 Super Chats Suffering53:56 Tactical Disaster Debate59:00 A-Rod Happy Heel01:03:15 Tillman Out Train01:04:29 Justin Reads Superchat01:05:09 Roster Money Panic01:06:40 Roster Rules Must Hit01:07:09 Overpaid Players Critique01:07:46 Who Builds The Roster01:07:58 GAM Trade Reality Check01:08:50 Defense And Expectations01:10:02 DP Versus U22 Debate01:10:18 Wrapping The Caller01:10:36 Speedrun Super Chats01:13:52 Is Son A Concern01:14:57 Burger King Detour01:17:23 CONCACAF Ref Rant01:18:59 Ryan Calls In Drunk01:20:53 Paulie Cat And Beef01:25:04 Ontario Andy Pushback01:27:45 Creepy TIFO Talk01:31:05 Final Thoughts And HopeJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren, and Vince break down LAFC's stoppage time two-goal comeback to save a point in San Diego after heavy rotation. Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga came in late in the match to quickly get LAFC on the scoreboard, with yet ANOTHER assist for Sonny on the year (he leads MLS with eight assists in nine games, nbd) and Hollingshead sealed the tie in stoppage time. But ALSOooo our buildup sucked, our midfield was not great, and we struggled to keep possession, which is worrisome going into the FAR more important leg 2 match vs. Toluca in the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Wednesday in mountain-high altitude. Get ready to GET ANXIOUS!00:00 Postgame Introductions00:42 Stealing a Draw01:38 Goalie Injury Scare02:23 Happy Foot Sad Foot03:03 Rotation and Strategy03:29 Buildup Play Concerns05:04 Subs Spark Momentum10:16 Looking Ahead Toluca12:20 Super Chats and Banter15:08 Caller Diego Joins18:06 Pizza and More Callers18:56 Caller Luke Recap22:17 Amtrak and Europe Bit23:59 Abobisse and Raposo Debate26:02 Jeremy Name Tangent27:32 Nicktoons Debate28:20 Hey Arnold Deep Cuts29:14 Soccer Pod Reminder29:47 The Lucky Hat Ritual31:02 Korean Merch Translation32:46 Caller Rob Match Reactions37:02 Vancouver Relocation Talk40:25 Boots Streak And Tactics42:29 Daniel Champions Cup Focus45:46 Bouanga Suspension Update46:53 Therapy And Community PSA47:51 Final Whistle Wrap UpJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren and Vince recap LAFC's 3-1 win over Toluca (with one goal controversially disallowed after a lengthy VAR offside review so, sure, 2-1). LAFC went toe-to-toe with an in-form Toluca, Hugo Lloris' AGAIN made key saves, Sonny AGAIN had two assists, with goals from Tim Tillman and Nkosi Tafari. Second leg up in the sky at Toluca with Bouanga back!00:00 Hat Worship Cold Open00:24 Celebrity Suite Recap01:59 VAR Offside Controversy04:11 Referee Frustrations05:27 Second Leg Outlook07:12 Happy Foot Sad Foot Awards09:13 Hugo Lloris Praise11:24 Midfield And Sonny Shoutouts13:04 Shaffelburg Tactics Talk15:36 Super Chats And Tifo Love22:13 Callers Geoff Debate28:14 More Callers Begin29:04 MDS Tactical Praise31:00 Ordaz Versus Bobo Debate31:45 Luke Rants Offside Call34:36 Halftime Meetup Plans35:43 MLSx310 Champions League Vibes39:31 Arod Tifo And Tillman43:00 Super Chats Scarf And Toluca Lake46:23 Toluca Roster Comparison49:50 Bradley Call And Celebrity Talk51:57 Movie News And Final Super Chats56:27 Signing Off ExhaustedJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren and Vince preview LAFC's double-match week: the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal first leg vs Toluca followed by an MLS trip to San Diego. How will LAFC will look without suspended Denis Bouanga? How scared should we be of Toluca? Should we even care about San Diego at all? How did Travis somehow write a feature film that is now being made starring Emma Stone and Chris Pine while also recording 300 episodes of this podcast? ALL WILL BE REVEALED.00:00 Welcome and Match Week00:57 Merch and Postgame Plug01:27 Listener Banter Movie News03:08 Celebrity Co Host Draft05:32 Sponsor Break Amirian Law06:48 Storylines Segment Setup07:33 Travis Checks In From NYC08:19 Lineup Without Bouanga13:22 Midfield and Backline Choices18:34 How Good Is Toluca19:39 Scouting Toluca and Matchup20:16 Semifinal Field Check20:58 Toluca Form and Focus22:09 LAFC Tactical Blueprint24:42 First Leg Scoreline Goals25:55 Why This Run Matters29:16 Final Hosting and Rankings31:04 Punting San Diego Debate32:24 Rotation and Depth Talk37:25 Bet It and Forget It42:01 Wrap Up and ThanksJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren and Vince recap LAFC's much-needed 1-0 road win at Minnesota, emphasizing heavy rotation, key starters getting rest ahead of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals vs Toluca, and three points banked for later in the season. ANOTHER clean sheet for Hugo Lloris; David Martinez put on a SHOW, and Timothy Tillman DARES you to find something to pick at in his performance. A much needed reset on rest and confidence before Wednesday. Are we back!?!?00:00 Welcome and Setup00:32 LAFC Win Recap01:17 Lloris Saves the Day02:15 Standouts and Rotation02:53 Vince Joins the Show04:04 Tactics vs Chaos07:28 Confidence for Toluca08:35 Bouanga and Son Issues10:47 Travis Proxy Happy Sad11:31 AboBisse Debate14:51 Super Chats Segment16:54 Caller Diego Joins20:04 Replacing Bouanga Up Front21:30 Midfield Choices And Shape22:17 Toluca Form And Liga MX News23:43 Caller Michael Happy Foot26:43 Hugo Lloris For Keeper Of Year27:57 How Son Thrives Without Bouanga30:49 Martinez As The Playmaking 1034:45 Season Stakes And Wednesday Pressure38:53 Set Pieces Chaos And Past Mistakes40:49 Preview Episode And Sign OffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A deeply dull, frustrating 0-0 draw with the Colorado Rapids; one of the most boring, nerdy matches we've ever seen at BMO. No injuries, the return of Aaron Long and Stephen Eustáquio, and Hugo Lloris continuing his stint as a human brick wall are all we'd like to remember from this one. The schedule has pounded us and we played like it. Unfortunately we've got a lot of games, and big games, looking right at us in the coming days and weeks. The season rollercoaster has officially put us on the first big turn heading into Minnesota, then the CONCACAF Champions Cup Semis. Hold on tight!00:00 Weird Postgame Setup01:25 Boredom and Bright Spots02:43 Car Rant Player Grades03:59 Press Box Joins In04:35 Room Guy Slander05:45 Tactical Breakdown 44210:32 Boyd Ordaz Rotation Talk15:18 Worry About Upcoming Tests16:59 Super Chats and Questions21:09 Callers Segment Begins21:47 Happy Feet Takeaways22:48 Toluca Semifinal Stakes23:44 Ordaz and Shaffelburg Chances24:21 Rotation and Tactical Tweaks26:16 Fullback Chi Debate26:48 Subs Timing and Momentum30:38 Segura Under the Microscope33:20 Energy Saving Tactics34:45 Tillman Praise and Frustrations36:35 Canadian Bright Spots40:36 Soccer Nerd Chess Match41:08 Wrap Up and Next ShowsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can LAFC snap a two-game MLS losing streak? How tired are they, and will they only get more tired with this packed upcoming schedule? Can Marc Dos Santos find the right strategic rotation? Can we finally unlock Son Heung-min's goal scoring? YES! To some of those! Are we back? Please!?00:00 Welcome and Match Preview01:05 Postgame Show and Merch02:00 Scarves Are Back03:49 Mall Culture Tangent05:45 What Isnt Dead07:18 Sponsor Break Amirian Law08:55 Storylines Segment Intro10:02 Stopping the Losing Streak11:39 Rotation and Fatigue Concerns17:45 Unlocking Son Heung Min19:47 Sonny Touch Gone Missing20:47 Injury Rust Or Mental Block21:55 Defenders Keying On Him24:05 Pressure On LAFC Now24:50 How He Breaks The Slump27:34 Rotation Test Ahead29:20 Colorado Press And Matchups30:38 Minnesota Trip And Rotation32:09 Minneapolis Travel Tangent34:46 Bet It And Forget It38:17 Wrap Up And Patreon PlugJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis and Vince react to LAFC's humiliating 4–1 home loss to San Jose, calling it the team's worst performance of the season and a game LAFC largely lost through its own sloppy play. A second-half meltdown featured three goals conceded in six minutes off glaring defensive mistakes; missed chances in attack;and a lack of urgency and off-ball movement. Add poor finishing and decision-making from the front line and this one was brutal. RIP Hugo Lloris' clean-sheet streak. Wednesday's match vs Colorado is a chance to reset ahead of big CONCACAF Champions Cup games vs. Toluca. Happy LAFC Kids Day I guess.00:00 Welcome to Sad Foot00:24 Four One Home Disaster01:03 Stadium View and Mistakes01:41 Six Minute Collapse02:15 Missed Chances and Porteous03:04 Hugo Streak Ends03:34 Sloppy and Lackadaisical04:34 Offense Breakdown07:25 San Jose Simple Plan09:06 Chat Rant and Context09:43 Bad Day for Travis10:12 Super Chats and Bits11:42 Searching for Happy Foot12:18 Midfield Reinforcements12:41 Caller Diego Stadium Vibe13:47 Kids Left Heartbroken14:08 Isaiah Picks Delgado15:43 Arun Stadium Takeaways17:59 Jeep Wave Banter18:26 Ryan Finds Bright Spots21:30 Vince Postgame Reality Check23:53 Hollingshead Under Fire25:04 Reset For ColoradoJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We preview Sunday's LAFC's home match vs. San Jose. Travis tries to outsource Storylines to Claude and it goes POORLY. Still, we cover the road ahead in the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals, the state of LAFC's roster, and a San Jose Earthquakes team on it's way into town that's... actually good???00:00 Claude Writes Storylines00:41 Match Preview and Plugs01:21 Live Show Banter03:33 Sponsor Break Amirian Law04:48 Storylines Segment Setup07:01 Champions Cup Semifinal Hype09:37 Are We Best In CONCACAF12:30 Portland Loss Context14:22 Rotation Depth And Jude Terry16:04 Injury Updates And Rumors16:36 Darren Rage Meter16:56 AI Storyline Panic17:58 San Jose Defense Debate21:13 Vince Breaks Down Quakes22:54 Timo Werner Explained24:38 Darren Roasts Rivalry26:35 Bet It And Forget It29:06 Outlandish Bets Draft32:13 Wrap Up And PlugsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC has eliminated reigning CONCACAF champions Cruz Azul, winning 4-1 on aggregate! Despite a questionable penalty and missed reds by the awful ref, Hugo Lloris delivered an incredible performance in net during this dirty fight. Next up: Galaxy or Toluca, even without Bouanga for Leg 1! Don't touch that dial!00:00 Azul Knockout Intro00:39 Champs Silenced Rant02:41 Ref And Tactics Breakdown04:45 Altitude Reality Check05:50 Lloris Heroics08:23 Cards Suspensions And Chaos12:01 Super Chats Ref Meltdown15:40 Next Opponent Galaxy Or Toluca17:52 Callers Stress And Takes27:26 Watch Party And Lineup Talk37:44 Toluca Scouting And More Calls41:44 Caller From Austin Recap43:27 Winning Ugly And Versatile45:43 Cruz Azul Threats And Chances46:46 Pauly Cooks Three Cup Chicken50:34 Boots Are Back Plus Bradley52:38 Diego On Beating Top Team56:03 Super Chats And Ref Chaos59:31 Nashville America Score Watch01:03:04 Secret Package And Merch Unboxing01:08:08 Discord Plug And Survivor Talk01:10:36 Injuries Depth And Lineup Questions01:14:09 Thumbnail Pose And SignoffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC's Rotated XI Falls 2-1 to Portland at the Death — Jude Terry screamer, 3rd-string goalkeeper debut, and all eyes on Cruz Azul. LAFC rest EIGHT starters - Son Heung-min, Hugo Lloris, and Sergi Palencia not even traveling with the team - and bring in the 3rd string goalkeeper, and almost still pull out a victory, but fall to Portland at the death. Our clean sheet MLS streak comes to an end, and our undefeated record in 2026 comes to an end, all in service of fresh legs for Tuesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup Leg 2 Quarterfinal match vs. Cruz Azul away in Puebla. Will it be worth it!?00:00 Postgame Introductions00:34 Rotation Explains Loss01:12 Youngsters Stand Out02:46 Terry Goal And Timbers Troll03:35 Goalkeeper Debut Breakdown05:22 All Eyes On Cruz Azul08:50 Happy Sad Foot Roundup11:51 Broadcast Calls And Max Birthday13:52 Super Chats And Chants17:10 Caller Bradley Turf Rant20:13 Caller Arod On Break21:54 Happy Foot Nicknames22:39 Tillman Offside Breakdown24:49 Portland Rivalry Rants26:45 Caller From Portland29:40 Diego on Rotation Logic31:29 Luke Meltdown and Depth Talk36:08 Postgame Takeaways and Structure40:08 Tuesday Cruz Azul StakesJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren, and Vince preview two LAFC's MLS road game at Portland on Saturday and the CONCACAF Champions Cup quarterfinal second leg at Cruz Azul on Tuesday. Has Marc Dos Santos finally unlocked the attack after LAFC's 6–0 win over Orlando and 3–0 first-leg win over Cruz Azul? Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga are surging, and David Martinez is too, but Portland and Puebla will not be easy places to play. One of them has high altitude and the other's got a lumberjack with a chainsaw standing in the crowd JUST WAITING TO USE IT!!!!00:00 Show Intro and Match Preview01:25 Listener Mandated Banter01:37 PO Box Nostalgia03:50 Hacks Season Five Hype10:25 Sponsor Break Amirian Law11:40 Storylines Segment Setup12:27 Offense Finally Clicking16:49 Long Range Shooting Twist19:23 Can LAFC Close Cruz Azul?23:21 Game State Fears24:32 Away Goals Explained24:53 Would Fans Travel26:31 Portland Rotation Talk27:30 Why Portland Struggles29:24 Planned Subs And Lineup29:50 Boudri Minutes Mystery32:17 Portland Away Day Vibes34:01 Bet It And Forget It37:50 Bets And Martinez Praise42:13 Wrap Up And SupportJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LEG 1 IN THE BAG. Job not done, but LAFC just mounted perhaps their most impressive and convincing performance yet, overcoming early pressure from Cruz Azul at home to break through and win 3-0. Son Heung-min finally breaks the ice with a goal from open play, Choiniere chimes in with 2 assists, and David Martinez powers through with a brace. Huge game, huge win, huge team.00:00 Power of the Hat01:20 Tactical Shift Explained05:06 Son Breaks the Drought06:21 Martinez Magic Goal09:04 Away Fans and Atmosphere11:45 Clean Sheet and Second Leg Math13:07 Why Defense Is Elite14:20 Super Chats and Merch18:34 Caller Reactions Roll In25:54 Ticket Price Talk26:18 Popcorn Bucket Cards27:07 Super Chats Roast28:14 Fans Throwing Drinks29:15 Grizzly Calls In32:22 Discord Selfie Hunt35:12 Rapid Fire Callers37:21 Dolo Ball Debate40:40 More Super Chats46:33 Wrap Up And MerchJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ANTOINE GRIEZMANN HAVE FUN IN ORLANDO YOU LOSER! Son breaks the LAFC assist record. Hugo breaks the MLS shut out record. Bouanga inches closer to the Hat Trick record… AND THAT WAS JUST THE FIRST HALF. Travis runs this one mostly solo as we talk LAFC's incredible night, Shaffelburgs debut, Ebobisse's return, and Crepeau's humiliating night. And who can forget… the return of DANNY TWO NIPS!!! Are we back???00:00 Six Nil Statement Win00:58 Records And Milestones02:45 Why It Clicked Tonight04:29 Clean Sheet Praise04:58 Holiday Solo Hosting06:00 Two Nips Dan Calls09:28 Son And Bouanga Breakdown11:59 Second Daniel Formation Talk15:45 More Callers And Metro Vibes17:37 Super Chats And Darren Update30:30 Jeff Talk Griezmann Rant34:09 Darren Joins Passover Chat36:03 Pauly On The A Line36:43 Reddit and Online Heat37:09 Weird Start Great Game37:55 Crepeau Gets Shelled38:51 Dog Cameo Caller Wrap39:12 Super Chats and Tyler Boyd40:52 What Happened Recap42:40 Clean Sheets Detergent Bit43:26 Hacks on Max Plug46:06 Sad Foot Roundup50:04 Son Assist Record Breakdown51:55 Caller LAFC Luke55:09 Birthday Fresno Curse Ends58:00 Lloris Awards Talk59:33 Passover Hebrew Font Tangent01:01:54 Survivor Blood Moon Rant01:06:24 Goal Scorers Trivia01:07:46 Vince Joins the Pod01:08:26 Rhino Painting Detour01:09:30 Vince Reacts to Blowout01:13:00 Son Assist Record01:14:25 Carl Calls In01:16:27 Orlando Was Awful01:21:42 League Roundup and Galaxy Roast01:23:34 Soccer Media Rant01:24:53 Survivor and Discord Talk01:25:46 Movie and TV Recommendations01:31:27 Records and Bouanga Legacy01:35:03 Cruz Azul Preview and SignoffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC faces Orlando City (bottom of the MLS table) and Cruz Azul (CONCACAF Champions Cup champions) in the next few days. While unbeaten, top of the West in MLS, a record scoreless streak to open the season, and in the CCC quarterfinals, LAFC is still struggling to score, with limited production from Bouanga and Son, both dealing with preseason injuries. And Eustáquio's injury is worse than we thought. Will Orlando be a trap game? Is Cruz Azul our biggest test yet? I don't know maybe stop reading the description and watch the show!???00:00 Welcome and Match Dates00:47 Merch and Patreon Plug01:12 Listener Banter Begins01:48 #HireDarren08:47 Call Amirian Law: 866-ARE-WE-BACK10:02 Storylines Intro10:46 Is LAFC Actually Good12:24 Injuries and Eustaquio Update14:20 Optimist vs Pessimist Debate16:34 Breaking Down the Low Block20:57 DPs Struggling and Context23:55 What Still Needs Fixing26:32 Fanbase Fighting and Nuance27:19 Invite Debate Live27:49 Community Over Comments29:22 Online Negativity Nuance30:15 Sonny Fans Clarification31:44 Orlando Match Preview33:11 Orlando Chaos And Griezmann35:39 Roasting Orlando Florida37:39 Cruz Azul Biggest Test39:36 Two Leg Mindset42:16 Neutral Site And Crowd Split44:13 Betted And Forget It44:31 Bet Controversy Ruling46:19 This Weeks Wild Bets49:39 Wrap UpJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our reaction to LAFC's tense 0-0 loss-tie at Austin FC, with a tired LAFC squad playing in 90+ degree heat in Austin, where they've historically struggled. The goals were lacking but the sheets remain record-breakingly CLEAN. We break down the historic defensive start, the slow offensive start, everything in between, and as always a bunch of random shit that has nothing to do with any of that, like movies set in space and who will win Survivor this season.00:00 Postgame Introductions00:34 Zero Zero Loss Bit01:25 Tired Legs No Rotation03:01 Game Plan Counter Press05:33 Happy Foot Clean Sheets07:27 Unlocking Son Bouanga14:31 Set Piece Frustrations18:11 Super Chats And Banter25:10 Call In David Martinez28:07 Bouanga Vs Son Debate31:54 Call In Diego Howdy37:48 Call In Austin Perspective43:46 Visitors Tunnel Chaos44:17 Tottenham Fans at BMO44:51 Geoff Talk Returns45:39 Interstellar Debate48:02 No Happy Feet Tonight48:56 Rotation and Sub Questions50:36 Why Geoff Is the Heel55:09 Movie Night and Patreon Plug57:50 Defense Dominance Breakdown01:00:36 Pickup Soccer and Aging01:02:53 Starting XI and Boudri Talk01:08:31 Stadium Food Wishlist01:13:30 Survivor 50 Predictions01:18:19 Model UN Drinking Story01:22:07 Final Thoughts and SignoffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Can the Clean Sheet & Win Streak Survive Texas? How long will we be without our New Best Midfielder? Who will we even be putting out there on the pitch this Saturday vs. Austin? And is Austin any good? PLUS: SWOONTOWER CROSSOVER!!!00:00 Match Preview Intro01:04 Listener Banter Without Travis02:04 Travis Banned From Twitter04:50 Sponsor Break Amirian Law06:06 Storylines Segment Setup07:40 Streaks Rotation Debate16:30 Eustáquio Injury Update27:14 Texas Curse Austin Threats32:23 Swoon Tower Crossover Begins33:50 Opponent Banter Plastics Coozies36:02 Austin Cozy Debate36:51 Dunkin Cup Cozy Logic38:18 Emmys in Auditions40:35 Austin vs LAFC Storylines41:41 Media Bias and Name Pronunciation44:32 Coaching Discourse Returns45:35 Why Fans Still Complain51:57 Bet It and Forget It56:30 Goodbyes and Plug Time57:31 Back to Our Bet Segment01:02:12 Olympico Corner Talk01:03:34 Scripted Outro ChaosTO LISTEN TO THE FULL INTERVIEW WITH SWOONTOWER SOCCER AND TO SUBSCRIBE TO THEIR SHOW, GO TO:https://www.youtube.com/@moontowersoccer/videoshttps://open.spotify.com/show/0ldZVxZloiQnEg5az3o7uq?si=f5810dc070164d75https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moontower-soccer-an-austin-fc-podcast/id1517423541Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC survive CONCACAF chaos: David Martinez stunner sends LAFC to CCC quarterfinals. Travis, Darren, and Vince recap LAFC's 2–1 win in Costa Rica over Alajuelense to advance on aggregate in the CONCACAF Champions Cup and set up a quarterfinals matchup vs Cruz Azul. We celebrate the goals from two players none of us EVER doubted, Nathan Ordaz, and David Martinez, and take a FAT STACK of live callers to hear from all of you. STILL UNDEFEATED!00:00 Muted Mic Cold Open00:43 Match Recap And Round Of 1601:54 Why This Win Ruled02:57 CONCACAF Chaos Rules04:27 Away Goals And Extra Time05:45 Bigger Picture And Depth08:08 Super Chats And Goal Draft09:39 Was It Too Safe14:17 Martinez Merch And Charity16:08 Caller Luke Stadium Lore19:36 Jeff Talk Coach Gloating24:54 Caller Justin On Son Fitness32:56 More Super Chats Bananas34:17 Unbeaten LAFC Rant35:18 Diego Joins Happy Sad Feet36:55 Tillman Hate Debate38:24 Fan Cards And Giveaways40:35 Super Chats Son Discourse47:28 Rocky The Shar Pei Bait Talk51:40 Carlos Calls From Costa Rica54:24 Rod Call Drops Mid Tease56:32 Joey Chaos Trumpet Socks59:30 Noah Ari Road Trip Takes01:02:24 Concacaf Chaos Talk01:02:57 Tech Issues With Guests01:04:00 Arod Happy Feet01:04:54 Tillman Out Debate01:08:00 Tillman Role Defense01:11:20 Message To New Fans01:14:17 Gub Calls In01:16:11 BMO Stadium Lore01:18:42 Super Chats Roundup01:23:24 Porches And Defense Praise01:29:23 Pokemon Go Tangent01:32:05 Wrap Up And Next MatchJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We recap LAFC's BIG SLOPPY WIN over St. Louis, powered by a wild 10-minute burst in which Mathieu Choinière scored two long-range goals from outside the box to steal three points and keep LAFC perfect atop the West and the Supporters' Shield race in MLS play. We break down the playbook to beat LAFC that's emerging with opponents, LAFC's ROCK HARD DEFENSE, and uh... flaccid finishing... Crucial Tuesday CONCACAF Champions Cup match in Costa Rica. Rest up!00:00 Canadian Cold Open00:39 Miracle Ten Minutes02:13 Offense Under the Microscope03:35 Winning While Sloppy05:45 St Louis Physical Test06:25 Lineup Tweaks Explained07:03 Son Deeper Role10:30 Finishing Still Missing11:44 Happy Sad Foot Recap12:48 Super Chats Tuesday Worries14:02 Choiniere Praise16:01 Thumbnail Break16:21 Caller Daniel Resilience18:55 Caller Luke Pushback20:50 Grace After Four Games22:09 Bench Guys Step Up23:01 Ryan Calls In24:20 Midfield Creativity Debate25:11 CCC vs MLS Priorities27:50 Magic Hat Lore28:16 Defense Praise and Clean Sheets30:06 Twitch Spam and Joey Joins32:25 Stadium Vibes and Sponsor Gripes35:12 Final Wrap and Next MatchJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We react to LAFC's 1-1 home... loss? to Alajuelense in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, LAFC's worst-feeling performance of the season despite a dominant stat line (31 shots, 13 on target) and an Alajuelense goalkeeper with double-digit saves. We talk struggles breaking down a low block, narrow right-side buildup, and second-half “hero ball,” substitutions, and more, and of course take your calls! WEFS BE WACK! Onto St. Louis, then to Alejuense for our turn for revenge!00:00 Postgame Intro01:11 Halftime Text Takeaways02:46 Low Block Breakdown03:57 Subs And Adjustments06:45 Pressing And Fullbacks10:19 Hero Ball And Finishing10:41 Sonny Under Pressure13:04 Jeff Joins The Show17:46 Luck And Execution Debate20:20 Super Chats Ref Rant21:09 Ref Calls And Cards21:46 Tactical Tradeoffs And Chances23:15 Possession Growing Pains27:28 Coach Discourse Returns28:15 Costa Rica Leg Two Preview28:46 Charity And Lucky Hat30:25 Caller Oscar Player Takes33:44 Caller Denise Ref Rant36:49 Arod Scare And SignoffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We preview LAFC's busy week with a CONCACAF Champions Cup home match vs. Alajuelense and an MLS home match vs. St. Louis CITY (city...city...city...) plus we react to MLS issuing a LIFETIME BAN to former LAFC midfielder Yaw Yeboah for gambling on matches, break down Alajuelense's thirst for revenge, LAFC's perfect MLS start, and St. Louis CITY (city...city...city..)'s poor form. And of course we make some bets, JUST FOR FUN FOR OURSELVES BECAUSE WE'RE NOT PLAYING IN THE MATCH! GET IT, YAW????00:00 Welcome and Match Preview00:39 Merch and Listener Banter01:53 Beer Coozy Debate05:42 Dribble Boys and Wrap Banter06:36 Sponsor Message Amirian Law07:51 Storylines Segment Setup08:39 Dolo Returns and Martinez Moment10:22 Yaw Yeboah Match Fixing Bombshell14:03 League Response and Betting Incentives18:14 Polymarket Data and Integrity Safeguards19:29 Betting Scandals and Prop Bets21:13 Kalshi Ad Break21:40 Mr CONCACAF vs Alajuelense23:07 Rotation and Opponent Breakdown27:41 Clean Sheet vs St Louis30:56 Defense Praise and Depth Concerns33:48 Trap Game Mindset34:59 Bet and Forget Rules35:24 Outlandish Bets and French Connection40:17 Sign Off: Has Vince Run Out of Bits???Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren, and Vince recap LAFC's... tbh? frustrating 1-0 home win over FC Dallas that keeps LAFC perfect through five games the club's best-ever start with 13 goals scored and just one allowed (what a sentence!) Hugo Lloris' and the back line saved the match for us, as Dallas looked sharp, pressed hard, and boxed out Denis Bouanga and Son Heung-min. The breakthrough came from David Martinez's long-range strike - the same one we've spend 3 seasons praising him for always taking, because we NEVER DOUBTED DAVID MARTINEZ!00:00 Five Straight Wins01:01 Lloris Saves the Day02:36 Dallas Game Plan Surprise04:20 LAFC Attack Stalls08:32 Martinez Breakthrough Goal12:53 Midfield Creativity Concerns15:37 Dave Denholm Joins21:31 Ref Talk and VAR Rants26:32 Super Chats and Drew Fisher30:31 Luigi Birthday Call33:00 Cubby and Joey Updates35:12 Pauly Rants and Praise39:49 The Lucky Hat Lore41:45 Yeboah Investigation Talk44:55 Luke on Hugo Heroics48:34 Standings and Next Matches50:24 Meeting Fans and Wrap UpJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC's home match vs FC Dallas on Saturday. Is Mark Dos Santos misusing Son Heung-min? Will the food options at BMO Stadium be terrible this season, and will the process of paying for that food still somehow be worse? Does Dallas matter? Like, at all?00:00 Intro01:58 Listener Mandated Banter07:32 Sponsor Break Amirian Law08:47 Storylines Intro09:51 Is Sonny Misused?15:44 Tactics Tillman and Roles18:08 Player Fans vs Team Fans21:11 BMO Food Kiosk Rant22:36 Home Field Advantage Stats24:01 Fixing Stadium Experience25:29 Best BMO Eats Debate26:59 MLS Atmosphere Comparisons32:07 Dallas Match Preview35:00 Bet It and Forget It37:19 Wrap Up and GoodbyesJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC Break the Queso Curse: 2-0 in Houston with two bangers.Travis, Vince, and Darren recap LAFC's strange but crucial 2-0 road win over a nine-man Houston Dynamo, snapping The Queso Curse and earning LAFC's first win in Houston since 2019 while staying perfect in 2026. We discuss Mark Dos Santos' possession-heavy approach, the team's improved counter-press, and the lingering challenge of creating clear chances against a low block. We breaks down the two red cards (one debated, one clear), standout moments from Sonny (impactful despite missed finishes), Bouanga's quiet night, and major contributions from Boudri and Tafari, and of course celebrate two goals off short corners—bangers from Delgado and Eustáquio.00:00 Postgame Road Win01:09 What We Learned05:05 Red Cards Debate06:36 Happy Feet Highlights10:44 Set Piece Goals12:33 Sonny Finishing Talk15:08 Super Chats Begin19:28 Geoff Tock, Heel Of The Foot26:18 Martinez and Boudri Fit32:51 Live Show Tickets!?34:55 Rules and Card Colors38:46 Caller Luke Perspective40:25 Sons Off-Ball Value40:56 Connection Chaos41:19 Houston Crowd Roast42:26 Why Houston Was Harder43:21 Tactics And Styles46:33 Super Chats And Live Show49:12 When Long Returns50:32 Arsenal Troll Meltdown51:23 Noah Rife Joins57:45 Sounders Update And MLS Credit01:01:49 Ex Players Celebrations01:03:57 Rocky And Hot Start01:07:35 Caller Justin Birthday01:08:35 De La Valle Mystery01:15:10 Wrap Up And TicketsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We break down just how big of a deal it is that Denis Bouanga has extended his LAFC contract through 2028/29 with a 2029/30 option, Preview Mateusz Bogusz first atch against LAFC since joining Houston as a DP, and take a look at the tactical shifts we're seeing now, and expect to see in the future, after Marc Dos Santos' 3-0 start. PLUS... straight up, we suck in Texas! IS The Queso Curse™ REAL?00:00 Welcome and Match Info00:41 New Merch Drop01:51 Listener Banter Returns03:23 Paris Trip and Pod Love05:00 Twitter Roast and Lalas Beef06:16 Sponsor Break Amirian Law07:32 Storylines Segment Intro09:06 Bouanga Extends Deal12:44 Bouanga Legacy and MLS Impact18:45 Houston Preview Bogusz Revenge20:27 Bogusz Fit and Transfer Logic21:11 Bogusz to Houston Fit22:50 Facing Former LAFC Stars25:52 Dos Santos Perfect Start27:11 Tactical Changes Under MDS33:14 Texas Road Curse Debate35:33 Houston Matchup Concerns38:24 Bet It And Forget It41:23 Outlandish Bets Picks44:07 Wrap Up And SupportJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren, and Vince recap LAFC's 1-0 win over Real España to advance 7-1 on aggregate - a low-stakes, rotation-heavy night that still showcased improved depth and game management during a congested stretch of four games in 12 days. But the vibes were good! Nkosi Tafari header goal for a second Man-Of-The-Match nod of THE WEEK? An Hasal PK save with minutes left on the clock??A full half of rest for the Heung-Boo duo??? That's chill enough to talk about 90s video game consoles again, and that's exactly what we did. 3 MATCHES, 3 WINS!00:00 - Muted Cold Open00:24 - Advancing Past Real España02:00 - Squad Rotation And Depth03:33 - Boudri First Impressions13:05 - Son Role And Tactics Debate18:13 - Callers And PK Heroics22:41 - Super Chats And Stock Watch29:22 - Diego Calls In And Fun Segments32:30 - Jersey Swap Timing35:16 - Overload Left Set Plays38:23 - Youth Standouts Praise40:27 - Season Start Optimism42:12 - Collab With Korean Channel44:12 - Stadium Vibes Report48:21 - Tapestry And Sconces54:52 - Left Back Role Debate58:36 - Sweating Is The Answer59:32 - Dreamcast Top Three1:00:15 - Horny Volleyball Debate1:01:11 - Sports Games Shoutouts1:01:43 - GameCube Hidden Gems1:03:38 - Scarf Ideas Superchats1:06:04 - Tiny Shelf Reveal1:09:35 - Cosm Press Release Chaos1:11:39 - Console Order Nostalgia1:13:09 - The Hat™ To Costa Rica?1:17:08 - Tickets Merch Wrap Up1:21:03 - Final GoodbyesJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC MASSACRES Messi and Miami in a 3-0 MLS Opening Day win in front of 75,000+ fans, Friends Of The Foot show up even bigger than LAFC with a meetup, photo, banners, trading cards, a BLOCK OF SEATS?!?? A "BETTER THAN MESSI" CHANT??? Goals David Martinez, Denis Bouanga, and signature garbage pickup from the Prince of Van Nuys, Nathan Ordaz. Great performances all the way down the roster. We hear from many great callers and bask in the glow of victory. We are as BACK AS BACK CAN BE.00:00 Don Garber, Is That Your King? LAFC Smashes Inter Miami 3–006:21 Coliseum Night: Record Crowd, Nerves at Home & Listener Meetup Shoutouts07:48 Live From the Press Box: Stadium Vibes, Crowd Split & Seat-Finding Chaos10:13 By the Numbers: Possession vs xG + Why the Game Plan Worked11:15 MAGA Marc Dos Santos Tactics: Confident Without the Ball15:49 Was Son a Factor? Breaking Down His Role & Miami's Marking20:19 Happy Feet Roll Call: Tillman, Defense Dominance & Merch/Inside Jokes24:08 Super Chats & Community Love: Meetups, Jumbotron Moment, Hat Lore30:36 Caller Segment Begins: Daniel's Take + Trophy Predictions35:32 Breaking News on Son's Injuries + Handing the Show to Darren & Vince38:13 More Callers: Grizzly's ‘We're Good' Feeling + Chant Ideas for Ordaz41:49 Danny Two Nips Returns: The 3-Goal Threshold Tradition Explained44:18 Meetup Shoutouts & the ‘Better Than Messi' Moment46:00 Banners, Jumbotron Energy & the Surreal Fan Community48:55 Chat Chaos, New Callers & Julio's Happy/Sad Feet51:09 The Bet Cashes: Ordaz vs Messi + Charity Money Split52:18 Luke's Coliseum Report: Crowd Takeover, Torch Mystery & Tillman's Pass58:23 Goalkeeper Talk & Postgame Parking Lot Sirens01:00:26 Super Chats, Ari's Hair Review & Giving Lloris His Flowers01:04:49 Trading Cards Reveal + Diego the Designer Calls In01:07:34 Jeff Takes Over: 3–0 Hype, Team Goals & Community Party Stories01:13:15 Twitter Takes Get Cooked: MLS Moves Receipts01:14:43 Pauly Calls In: The Eustáquio Midfield Lovefest01:16:36 The Only Critiques: Beard Lines & That Ugly #4601:18:12 Getting Recognized in Public + The Argentina Joke Goes Sideways01:19:21 Messi Tourists, Growing the Game, and Chicho/Bruce Arena Rumor Chaos01:20:53 Diego Returns: Banner Art, Starter Pack Origins & Photoshop Subscription Rant01:24:52 Super Chats & LAFC Home Opener Streak (Plus Luke's Weather Prophecy)01:27:19 Half-Season Asterisks, Tiny Trophies, and Who Actually Reads Books?01:30:33 Final Match Takeaways: LAFC's Depth, Trophy Expectations & ‘Disaster' Takes01:34:04 Community Shoutouts, Winning Everything Bit, and the Carhart Cup Idea01:38:51 Wrap-Up: Patreon/Discord Plug, Live Show Tickets, and ‘I Love You' GoodbyesJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE ARE SO BACK! A 6-1 CONCACAF rout, David Martinez at his best and a hat trick for Bouanga on Day One!? A goal and three assists for Son Heung-min IN THE FIRST HALF!? LAFC's 6–1 win in Honduras is exactly the opening statement we hoped to see LAFC make this year. MDS OUT!!!00:00 Welcome Back02:08 What's Actually Different Under the New Coach?03:18 Eustáquio Shines: Tempo, Long Balls & Midfield Control05:49 Tactical Notes: Segura at LB, Winger Switches & Transition Chaos10:08 Happy Foot/Sad Foot: Sonny's Masterclass, Martinez Growth & Injury Scare29:38 Injury/Loan Update: Igor Jesus Timeline & Eustáquio Staying Past June?31:11 CONCACAF vs MLS: Depth, Rotation, and Not Getting Gassed48:43 CCC Format Explained: Why Big Wins Matter for Hosting50:24 Saturday vs Miami: Messi Watch, Banter, and Final Sign-OffJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Darren and Vince as they preview LAFC's opening matches in the CONCACAF Champions Cup against Real España and the MLS season opener against Messi and Inter Miami at the LA Coliseum. Travis dips in from his walkabout in Paris to give us the storylines. What will the Mark Dos Santos LAFC look like on Day One? Will the LAFC fans outnumber Miami fans in the Coliseum? Can we start both our Champions Cup and MLS campaigns off with bold statements? Plus, a detailed breakdown of the CONCACAF Champions Cup tournament bracket. WE ARE SO BACK!00:00 Intro06:57 Skip The BanterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

WE ARE SO BACK. Travis, Vince, and Darren preview the 2026 LAFC season! Everything you need to know is covered, from new player signings to key departures and storylines. We also announce our upcoming LIVE SHOW at the Elysian Theater THIS SUMMER! Plus, the 2026 goal draft and the bold season-long predictions.0:00 Intro7:59 Skip The BanterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Learn insider secrets from Vince's time at LAFC, including never before publicly revealed stories and insights. Welcome to the 2nd 2026 Happy Foot Set Foot LAFC Off season key bump presented by the 2026 LAFC off season withdrawals. We're recording a handful of these for our Patreon subscribers leading up to the first preseason matches. On this one, Vince tells us the secret inside scoop from his time at LAFC.To hear the full episode head over to http://www.Patreon.com/HappyFootSadFoot and subscribe.Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will Darren choose the right LAFC player to raise his kids? Can Vince correctly rank the most annoying tactics phrases? Can Travis rank the most walkable cities around the world? No, of course not.Welcome to the 2nd 2026 Happy Foot Set Foot LAFC Off season key bump presented by the 2026 LAFC off season withdrawals. We're recording a handful of these for our Patreon subscribers leading up to the first preseason matches. Today, we each do a blind ranking specific to us. And it's gut-wrenching.Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For our first Key Bump of the off-season, HaFoSaFo breaks down just who and what are officially ENEMIES OF THE POD in 2026. After three years, this list is now battle-tested through the annals of history, forged in spite, and etched in stone, impenetrable by those who DARE QUESTION US THREE RANDOM LAFC FANS!To hear the full episode head over to http://www.Patreon.com/HappyFootSadFoot and subscribe.Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DOLO OUT. 2026 IN. We discuss the confusing, joyful, depressing, ugly, perfect 2025 season and exactly what it means for the club and Dolo's legacy. We give our season ending awards, our take on what LAFC needs to do in the offseason, and our happy and sad feet for the entire season. Only a few months until preseason! Let's goooooo!00:00 Help Darren Keepers' Recovery from a Medical Emergency: https://gofund.me/20977cf5802:28 Listener Mandated Banter05:26 Reflecting on the 2025 LAFC Season19:10 Steve Cherundolo's Legacy27:58 Introducing Mark Dos Santos39:58 Defensive Struggles and Midfield Creativity40:50 LAFC's Defensive Metrics and Tactical Setup41:41 The Need for a Creative Midfielder42:28 Fantasy Draft Recap48:52 Bold Predictions and Season Highlights51:29 Carlos Vela's Farewell and Listener Contributions: https://www.patreon.com/posts/carlos-vela-king-14533553758:48 Mailbag and Off-Season Wishlist01:12:31 Happy Foots01:22:48 Sad Foots01:32:00 Happy Foot Sad Foot Peace Prize AwardsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's over. In a match that mirrored our season, the team had a first half to forget, and a superhero named Son Heung-min who turned things around in the second half and made us believe in miracles. Unfortunately it wasn't enough, and PKs went to Vancouver. Not to be outdone, we decided that maybe if we livestream long enough, we can change reality. In the end, our own extra time meant nothing. But it was still a good time. Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Vince, and Darren preview the crucial LAFC Western Conference Semifinal match vs the Vancouver Whitecaps, the upcoming changes in the MLS schedule, and more, and are joined by special guest MAX BRETOS(!) who tells us about his newly iconic "Ooch Magooch" call, explains why the MLS schedule change is like Star Wars: Return of The Jedi, and plays our first ever mini segment, TEN TOES With Happy Foot Sad Foot!Donate to help support Rafa Reyes' family: https://gofund.me/51af9f418Max Bretos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbretos/Max Bretos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cubanhammerMax Bretos on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thesoccerogJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're going to Vancouver, baby! Travis, Darren, and Vince break down the fun and feel good 4-1 drubbing of Austin to secure our 4th Western Semi-finals appearance in 4 years. We talk Bouanga's ankle breaking, Son's revenge on Ilie, and of course, why this means Dolo should be fired. Plus we give a small preview of what to expect from a dominant Vancouver side and prove just how white we are! PLAYOFFS!!!!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ORDAZ IS BETTER THAN MESSI. A win is a win as LAFC move ahead thanks to a weird match against Austin in this Best of 3 series. Ilie turns heel, Hollingshead grows the stache, and Max Bretos stops by without audio for a period of time we probably cut off the video! One more and we are moving on. ITS ORDAZ SZN BABY!!!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren and Vince are here to break down everything you need to know about LAFC's best of 3 matchup against Austin FC. They talk Austin's strengths against LAFC, Dolo's last playoffs and they finally find out EXACTLY what happened with Yaw Yeboah. Then they make their playoff bracket picks and make some perfectly legal sports bets. ITS THE PLAYOFFS BABY!!!0:00 - Intro9:31 - Skip The BanterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Vince, and Darren break down LAFC's disappointing draw against Colorado on Decision Day, which came with plenty of chaos, silver linings, and hopes and fears for the team as they head into the playoffs. We discuss the playoff seeding, upcoming matches against Austin, potential second-round clashes, and the impact of international breaks, and of course, this 1-1 BARN BURNER at 5,000 feet in the air: we critique tactical decisions, and take some of the BEST FAN CALLS WE'VE EVER HAD!00:00 Introduction and Banter|00:51 Match Recap and Playoff Scenarios02:05 Playoff Matchups and Team Analysis04:02 Provisional Spot and Playoff Predictions08:57 Fan Interactions and Super Chats17:32 Happy Foot, Sad Foot Segment22:06 Callers42:38 LAFC and Playoff Hopes43:13 Super Chats45:19 Debate on Coaching and Team Performance46:06 Caller Discussions and Opinions49:29 Reflections on the Game and Future Prospects51:58 Fan Interactions and Closing ThoughtsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS! MLS Season Pass host Jillian Sakovits joins Travis, Darren, and Vince to break down everything you need to know about Decision Day 2025 and what exactly it means for LAFC. We cover every single scenario for LAFC, explain exactly how we can qualify for CONCACAF Champions Cup THIS WEEKEND, and we spend way too long doing a free ad read! Plus we chat about our struggles at Colorado and exactly who we wanna face in the playoffs. Big weekend and THICC ‘SODE.And don't forget we will be LIVE for a watch-along this Saturday at 5:30pm PST. Watch the game with us over at YouTube.com/@happyfootsadfoot0:00 - Intro 12:49 - Skip The BanterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boring game? Surprisingly fun postgame! Travis and Darren break down the devastating loss to Austin, the death of LAFC's first place dream, and who exactly (if anyone) is to blame. We chat Tillman's defense, Illie's new club, and how worried should we be. Plus, multiple callers from Austin! More fun than you think it'll be! Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bouanga WHO?! LAFC have won 6 straight and they didn't even need their superstars to do it. Travis, Darren, and Vince break down Ebobisse's renaissance, Frankie Amaya's first LAFC Goal, and David Martinez's struggles. They talk the rise of Nkosi Tafari, our chances at Champions Cup, and why Austin's match is the most important of the season. WE ARE SOOOO BACK. Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The most important week of the season will be played without our superstars and Travis Darren and Vince break it all down. We talk the Tata Martino “signing”, our Champions Cup chances, and we chat with Steph and Mike from Swoontower Soccer about Austin FC's surprisingly good season and who has the best fashion on LAFC. And they even surprise us with some games. Toronto and Austin and Martino, OH MY!0:00 - Intro8:57 - Skip The Banter12:22 - Storylines / The International Window25:19 - Tata Martinez Rumors37:32 - Can Toronto and Austin Ruin Everything?43:23 - Austin/LAFC Preview w/ Special Guests Moontower Soccer1:18:00 - Bet It And Forget ItJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atlanta made us work for us but LAFC keeps the winning streak alive! Darren and Travis break down a frustrating victory (but still a victory!) as Bouanga wins it late, keeping 1st place in the west within reach! We talk Golden Boot race, midfield frustration, and Tottenham jerseys. Plus we break down the question on everyone's mind: what's your favorite fountain?Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.