SorareData Podcast

Sorare today is nothing like the game many of us originally signed up for. The economy has changed, the gameplay has evolved, and a lot of OG managers are no longer around.So why are we still here?In this episode of SorareAndrews, we talk honestly about what's changed, what's been lost, and what—if anything—still keeps us logging in, setting lineups, and caring. Is it habit? Community? Hope? Or is there still something genuinely compelling about Sorare in 2026?

Sorare just dropped Winter Update #2, and there's a lot to unpack.In today's Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by  @HarryTrades  as we react live to the latest gameplay changes, including updated mechanics, structural tweaks, and the long-awaited reveal of MLS, J League and K League details. We'll break down what's actually changing, what it means for different types of managers, and which updates matter now versus later.This isn't a polished breakdown, it's real-time reactions, questions, concerns, and early takeaways as we digest the update together with the community.Whether you're focused on Pro competitions or just trying to understand where Sorare is heading this winter, this stream is all about first impressions and honest discussion.Join the Harry Trades YouTube community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8HSj8vZDHSGmk5yP46SjtQ/membershipBecome a member of the Laird Social Club: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird

Sorare appears to be in a quieter stretch of the season, and for many managers that can lead to something more impactful than losses: boredom.With limited opportunities to enter new competitions due to low card supply, uncertainty around what's coming next for the World Cup, and the idea of resetting strategies in January or February feeling less appealing than usual, engagement can naturally dip.In today's live stream, we'll discuss:• Why this phase can feel stagnant even if the game itself hasn't fundamentally changed• How boredom affects decision-making, motivation, and long-term planning• Whether these quieter periods are a normal part of Sorare's cycle• And if this moment encourages managers to look at other games alongside SorareThis isn't about criticizing the platform, it's about recognizing the risks of disengagement and thinking through how managers can navigate this stretch productively.Join the live discussion and share how you're approaching Sorare right now.

The launch of Sorare Set has reopened a question some Sorare managers are quietly asking:What if Sorare was only free-to-play?For established Sorare Pro managers, Set feels like an addition. But if we were brand new to Sorare today, would Set be enough? Would we ever feel the need to move beyond free-to-play?In this episode of SorareAndrews, we discuss:• Whether Set actually lowers the barrier to entry or creates a parallel game• How progression, rewards, and motivation differ between Set and Pro• If free-to-play can deliver long-term engagement without ownership• Whether Sorare needs paid competition to remain compellingSupport the content by becoming a member of the Laird Social Club: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird

Sorare Set was announced yesterday—and the reactions across the Sorare Pro community have been immediate and wide-ranging.In today's Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by Harry Trades to break down what experienced Sorare managers are actually saying about Set after the announcement. We'll focus less on the feature list and more on the sentiment: excitement, skepticism, concerns, and where this could fit (or not fit) into the broader Sorare ecosystem.Topics include:• Initial reactions from Pro managers and long-time players• What people like about Sorare Set—and what they're unsure about• How Set fits alongside Pro competitions, Hot Streaks, and collections• Whether this feels like a meaningful addition or a parallel experience• The big questions managers are asking going forwardThis is a conversation grounded in community feedback, not theory, drawing directly from what we're seeing in our Discords, DMs, and comment sections since the announcement.Let us know in the chat what you think about Sorare Set and how you see it fitting into your Sorare experience.

I'm doing live giveaways today, including a signed mystery jersey and 10 one-month Laird Social Club memberships.Here's how it works on today's stream:First, I'll raffle off a mystery signed jersey to existing supporting members of the Laird Social Club. Then, I'll give away 10 free one-month memberships so new people can try the community. These memberships are a gift from a current club member!This is also a great chance to learn what Laird Social Club is all about, how giveaways work going forward, and how you can get more involved with the channel and the community.I'll also announce a new way to support my content on YouTube

“Pay-to-win” is one of the most loaded phrases in gaming, and it comes up constantly in conversations about Sorare.In this episode of SorareAndrews, we'll take a step back and look at what pay-to-win actually means within the context of Sorare's ecosystem. We'll talk about how spending, scarcity, XP, and collections interact with competitive results, why perceptions around fairness matter just as much as mechanics, and how player expectations have evolved over time as the platform has grown.This isn't about complaining, defending, or offering simple answers. It's about understanding how incentives shape behavior, why certain narratives persist within the community, and how those narratives affect how people experience the game, whether they're new managers, long-time grinders, or high-stakes competitors.

The $FUN token is live...so what does that actually mean for Sport.Fun?In this episode of SDF with Laird, I'm joined by psufans2 to break down the launch of the $FUN token, where the NFL and football markets currently stand, and what we're watching closely in the short and medium term for the platform.We'll cover:• What the $FUN launch changes (and what it doesn't)• How NFL and football markets compare right now• Liquidity, engagement, and where opportunity might be forming• What needs to go right next for Sport.Fun to keep growing• Why fun actually matters more than people think in these marketsThis is part market check-in, part forward-looking conversation — and very much about understanding where Sport.Fun is heading from here.If you're playing, considering playing, or just trying to figure out the ecosystem, this one's for you.Subscribe for more Sport.Fun coverage and daily discussions.And join Sport.Fun here: https://pro.sport.fun/login/?referral_code=UITMX28FXU9

Is the Premier League actually the best league to play on Sorare—or is it the most punishing?In today's Sorare with Laird, joined by Harry Trades, we break down the Premier League from a Sorare perspective. We'll discuss whether its massive popularity and card depth make it attractive, or whether those same factors turn it into one of the hardest leagues to win in.Topics include:• League depth and overall parity• Why Premier League cards are so popular (and expensive)• How that popularity impacts leaderboard payouts• Why hot streaks may be harder to achieve compared to other leagues• Whether the Premier League is actually a good strategic choice for most managersIf you play Premier League cards on Sorare—or are thinking about buying in—this is a conversation worth watching.Become a Sorare manager today: https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZJoin the Harry Trades YouTube Community here

Sorare just released a survey outlining several potential solutions to the DNP problem — players who don't play due to injury, rotation, or late scratches.On the surface, some of these ideas look reasonable. But only one of them even begins to address the real issue with DNPs.The real problem isn't fairness.It isn't optimization.It isn't even results.The real problem is engagement.Once a lineup has a DNP, most managers mentally check out. There's no suspense. No sweat. No reason to watch matches or follow scores because the outcome feels predetermined.In this stream, I'll break down:• Why most DNP solutions miss the core issue entirely• Why “competitive integrity” alone doesn't fix disengagement• How DNPs actively remove the fun from the experienceDo you have any solutions? Leave a comment below to discuss them further!

Sorare looks very different today than it did in the early days, and that raises an interesting question: could the original version of Sorare have actually survived?In today's SorareAndrews, we go back to the OG Sorare era and break down what worked, what didn't, and why change may have been inevitable. We'll talk about supply, incentives, user growth, sustainability, and whether the original model could have scaled long-term without major structural changes.

If you had money to deploy on SDF, where would you put it: football or America football?On today's SDF with Laird, I'm joined by Palmer to break down the top plays across both sports, comparing upside, volatility, and payout potentials. Rather than just listing picks, we frame this as a capital allocation problem:• Where is the best value right now?• Which sport offers more asymmetric upside?• How contest structure, player pricing, and field behavior change the calculusIf you're deciding where to focus your bankroll, or just want to understand how we think about risk vs. reward across sports, this episode is for you.Not financial advice. Entertainment and analysis purposes only.

In today's SDF with Laird, I explain why SDF is different, and not just in one way. We'll break it down across three angles: • Why SDF is different in crypto: real ideas, real incentives, real revenue• Why SDF is different in web3: actual transparency, strong focus on actual gameplay and user experience • Why SDF is different in fantasy sports: ownership without lineups, less DNP stress, and a system built around enjoyment If you've bounced off crypto projects, web3 games, or traditional fantasy sports before, this episode explains why SDF might finally feel right.Join SDF today: https://pro.sport.fun/login/?referral_code=UITMX28FXU9Disclaimer: This show is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not financial advice. Nothing discussed should be considered investment, trading, or legal advice. Always do your own research and understand the risks involved.

The second half of the Sorare season is nothing like the first, and that's going to change how everyone plays.In today's Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by Harry Trades to break down why the dynamics of the game shift so dramatically after the midpoint of the season, especially in Rare and Super Rare competitions.We'll discuss:• Why there are fewer cards available on the market as the season goes on• How XP gains and collection bonuses make existing cards significantly more powerful• Why lineup strength starts to matter more than raw spending• How this impacts buying, selling, and roster construction in the second half• What managers should be doing now to prepare for what's comingIf your early season strategy relied on easy upgrades and plentiful supply, the back half of the season can be a wake-up call. This stream is about understanding that shift and adapting before you fall behind.Join Harry's YouTube Community: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8HSj8vZDHSGmk5yP46SjtQ/membershipBecome a Laird Social Club Member: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird

At what point does the current scarcity system stop working?On today's Sorare with Laird, I break down when Sorare may be forced to introduce a new card scarcity—and why that moment might be closer than many people think. We'll talk through supply growth, user expansion, lineup congestion, threshold pressure, and how each existing scarcity tier functions as the ecosystem scales.This isn't about predicting an announcement—it's about understanding the structural signals that would make a new scarcity inevitable, and what that could mean for collectors, competitors, and long-term strategy.

In this episode of SorareAndrews, we ask an uncomfortable question: are we fake collectors?Sorare is built on NFTs, ownership, and collecting, but most of the time, our decisions are driven by incentives, bonuses, competitions, and short-term utility. Collection rewards, thresholds, XP boosts, and promo mechanics often matter more than whether a card is actually collectible in any meaningful way.We'll talk about:• Why “collecting” on Sorare often means optimizing incentives• How rewards and mechanics shape behavior more than passion• Whether Sorare NFTs are treated as collectibles or just tools• The disconnect between NFT ownership and emotional attachment• What real collecting could look like in the Sorare ecosystemThis isn't about blaming players, it's about examining how the game nudges us to behave, and whether that lines up with the idea of NFTs as true collectibles.Join the Laird Social Club: https://patreon.com/andrewmlaird

Sorare has started rolling out its Winter updates, and while it's only the first step, it already raises bigger questions about what comes next.In today's Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by Harry Trades to talk through what we actually want to see in Sorare 27: from gameplay depth and progression systems to rewards, competition structure, and long-term engagement.This isn't a reaction stream just to complain or praise. It's a forward-looking discussion about where Sorare should be heading next, what's missing right now, and which changes would meaningfully improve the experience for committed managers.

Sorare just made a big announcement: its platform is now open to builders.On today's stream, I'll break down what “open Sorare” actually means in practice, not just the marketing language. We'll talk about:• What Sorare opening its API and Solana stack enables• The types of tools, games, and products Sorare is encouraging• How this could impact third-party tools, analytics, and scouting• What it means for managers, collectors, and the broader Sorare ecosystem• The opportunities and the risks of a more open platformThis could be a major inflection point for Sorare, depending on how it's executed. Let's dig into it.

In today's episode of SorareAndrews, we're doing a full evaluation of the Sorare third-party ecosystem. We'll walk through the tools we think should exist, the features we wish existed, and the ones we're not even sure are out there yet. That's where we'll need the audience: tell us what you use, what we're missing, and what actually moves the needle for you.Then we'll jump into several third-party platforms live and assess whether they're genuinely helpful, overrated, under-developed, or essential for better decision-making. If you've ever wondered which tools are worth your time—or which features Sorare players desperately need—this is the episode for you.

On today's Sorare with Laird, Harry Trades joins me for a deep dive into one of the biggest questions in the game:Can you actually get rich playing Sorare?We'll break down:• Whether trading or playing has more long-term ROI upside• What kind of financial outlay realistically sets you up for success• The difference between grinding rewards and flipping opportunities• How risk tolerance, game selection, and timing shape outcomes• Why some managers scale quickly while others hit a ceilingIf you're trying to understand the true profit potential of Sorare, or simply want to make smarter decisions with your gallery, this stream should help bring clarity.As always, none of this is financial advice. Just two guys sharing how we think about Sorare strategy, risk, and ROI.

Today's stream is all about improvement.What does it really take to get better at Sorare? At MFL? At Football.Fun?And beyond that… what does it take to get better at anything?We'll talk about:• The habits and routines that compound over time• How to learn from mistakes without getting discouraged• Why progress sometimes feels slow (but isn't)• The hidden skills behind fantasy games that translate into real life• How to build systems that help you improve without burning outWhether you're trying to improve your Sorare lineups, make better MFL decisions, master share strategies on FDF, or just level up in something outside of Web3 gaming, today's stream digs into what separates “trying” from “getting better.”

Today's SorareAndrews dives into a fun question: “Is Sorare too simple?”And while we playfully pose it… anyone actually playing Sorare knows the truth — the game has never been more complex, strategic, and multilayered.In this episode, we break down:

❄️ Members-Only Sorare with LairdHarry Trades joins me for a private breakdown of the best players to target for the new WNTR competitions on Sorare.We'll cover:

Today's Sorare with Laird (featuring Harry Trades) is all about the gameplay improvements Sorare announced… but haven't released yet.We'll discuss:

On today's SorareAndrews, we're asking a simple question with a complicated answer: What do we do next?Are we genuinely satisfied with what we're playing on Sorare26…or are we just going through the motions until the next promo, edition, or offer pushes us into something new?We'll dig into whether:• We should aim to expand what we play• We're overextending just because Sorare always gives us something new• Or if being content is actually the optimal strategyJoin us for a thoughtful discussion on progression, temptation, strategy, and what “contentment” really looks like in Sorare26.

Today's Sorare with Laird is with Harry Trades, and we're tackling a fun (and very timely) question:How would we play Sorare if we couldn't communicate with any other managers?No Twitter threads.No Discord servers.No DMs.No group chats.Just you, your gallery, your brain… and whatever Cloudflare lets you see today.We'll break down:• How much other managers impact our decision-making• Whether advice from experienced players actually helps or hurts• How lineup building + market strategy would change without community insight• What parts of Sorare we'd approach totally differently• And why days like today (Cloudflare chaos!) make the game feel very differentJoin us live, share how you would play Sorare without communication, and let's see who would thrive—and who would panic!

I play games for a living. Sorare, MFL, Football.Fun — they're fun, they're competitive, and they're the foundation of my content. But that also means the line between “I'm playing for fun” and “I'm working on content” gets blurry… a lot.In today's Laird Social Club stream, I'm talking about that balance:• When does playing a game start to feel like work?• When does work start to feel like play?• Is it possible to keep both fun and productive?• And how do I manage it when content creation, strategy, competition, and income all overlap?It's a conversation about the creator lifestyle, the Web3 fantasy ecosystem, and what it means to turn your hobbies into your job.Join the discussion live — and tell me where you draw the line.

What if Sorare went completely off the rails… and introduced food cards?In today's SorareAndrews, we dive into the thought experiment: what would Sorare look like if you could collect, trade, and compete with FOOD?We'll have some laughs, mock up a few cards, and break down:

This stream was live exclusively for members of the Laird Social Club and Harry Trades' YouTube channel. We dove into the players, teams, competitions, and scarcities that have recently caught our attention, and what we're keeping an eye on next.Join the discussion, share your own scouting insights, and get a behind-the-scenes look at how we're preparing for upcoming Sorare gameweeks.

In this week's Laird Social Club live stream, I'm breaking down my favorite Web3 sports games, Sorare, MFL (Metaverse Football League), and Football.Fun, and explaining what I love about each one.We'll talk about:

What happens when Sorare run out of cards for the season?In today's SorareAndrews, we discuss what it really means when Sorare sells out their allotment of cards — how it impacts the market, collections, and gameplay — and what managers might do next.We'll dive into:• Why Sorare limits card supply each season• What “sellout” means for Limited, Rare, and Super Rare cards• How scarcity could affect market prices and rewards• Whether Sorare should reprint cards or adjust competitions

In this members-only edition of Sorare with Laird, Harry Trades and I dig into one of the biggest strategy questions in Sorare Hot Streaks: are team stacks actually the best way to win?We'll break down the pros and cons of stacking players from the same club, how lineup correlation works in Hot Streaks, and whether diversity or focus leads to more consistent rewards.

I'm joined by Mike Zakarian from  @NBABIT  to talk all things SorareNBA 26: the new season, gameplay changes, and especially Quick Play, which might finally be the feature that gets me hooked again.We'll break down:• What's new in SorareNBA 26• How Quick Play works and why it's different• Whether SorareNBA can recapture the fun for returning playersMike will try to convince me to jump back in — and maybe he'll convince you too.

Can artificial intelligence actually make us better Sorare managers?This week, Laird and Black dive into how AI tools can help us build smarter lineups, make better decisions, and avoid the same old mistakes. From projections and data models to player selection and contest strategy, we explore whether AI can really give us an edge… or if it just adds to the noise.

In this episode of Sorare with Laird, I'm joined by GatorGuy231 to break down what Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) can teach us about Sorare's new Hot Streaks competition.We'll talk about:

Harry Trades and I bring back one of our favorite formats — What Would You Do?In this members-only episode, we dive into your Sorare questions: gallery management, lineup strategy, and long-term planning. Whether it's deciding when to sell a hot card, building around a new collection, or shifting your focus between competitions, we'll break down how we'd approach it — and why.

Between Sorare, MFL, and Football.Fun, it feels like there's always something to do, but we only have so much time to play.In today's Laird Social Club live stream, I'll talk about how I decide where to spend my time, what keeps each game fun, and how to avoid burnout while still staying competitive.

Sorare just dropped Halloween Edition cards...and new competitions that require them. Is this the start of a new Sorare era where special editions become essential to compete?In this episode, I break down what these new cards mean for player budgets, collections, and strategy going forward.

When you're on a Sorare hot streak, every lineup and every threshold matters. One small mistake can be the difference between another reward and a wasted gameweek.In this episode of Sorare with Laird, Ryan Walter and I go over simple but costly mistakes that can break your momentum — and how to avoid them. We cover:⚽ Why hot streaks are more valuable than ever

Sorare has come a long way integrating features that used to make SorareData essential — but some tools are still missing. In today's Sorare with Laird, Harry Trades and I break down the features we still wish existed, what we've adapted to, and how our Sorare experience has changed since the transition.What features do you wish were still around? Let us know in the comments or live chat!

Sorare content isn't necessarily getting better or worse — it's just changing.Early on, it was all about discovery: finding underpriced players, building galleries, chasing rewards.Now, most experienced managers already have what they need, and that changes what's interesting to talk about.In this episode of Sorare with Laird, I take a closer look at how Sorare content is changing, why it feels harder to keep it fresh, and what kind of stories actually make sense to tell today.We'll discuss:• Why scouting and gallery-building aren't the center of Sorare content anymore• How the audience's relationship with the game has matured• The gap between what creators want to say and what people want to hear• Whether the next phase of Sorare content will come from creators, players, or Sorare itself

It's time to embrace the madness!In this episode of SorareAndrews, Laird and Black dive into your wildest, craziest, most degen Sorare strategies — and rate just how deep into the degeneracy you've gone

We're a few months into Sorare 26, and it's time to admit it — we got some things wrong.On today's Sorare with Laird, Harry Trades joins me to look back at our preseason expectations: the players, divisions, and strategies that didn't go as planned, and what we've learned so far.From Hot Streaks and crafting to market swings and lineup construction, we'll break down what surprised us most and what it means for the rest of the Sorare 26 season.

Whether you've been here since the early days or just joined recently, you've all helped shape this community — and today, you get the first look at what's next.This (originally) members-only stream is your sneak peek at a new name, a new identity, and a broader vision for everything we're building together. It's not just about Sorare anymore, it's about connection, progress, and what comes next for all of us.Thank you for being part of it; you're the reason this evolution is possible.

We all say we're done spending... and then we buy another card. In this episode of SorareAndrews, Laird and Black dig into why they keep spending on Sorare — from chasing rewards and upgrades to the constant pursuit of improvement.They discuss the psychology behind collecting, the urge to compete at higher levels, and whether there's ever truly a point where we stop buying more cards.

Sorare isn't just a fantasy game — it's a global football experience. From scouting players and building collections to connecting with other fans, the platform blends competition, community, and collecting in a way no other game does.In today's Sorare with Laird live stream, we'll talk about why Sorare means so much more than lineups and rewards — and why the community is what truly makes it special.Join Sorare and get up to $150 in market credits (terms and conditions apply): https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ(Affiliate disclosure: This stream includes Sorare affiliate links, and I may earn a commission if you sign up using them. This is not financial advice.)

Today's SorareAndrews topic was supposed to be about whether it's smarter to expand their collections to cover more competitions or to double down and upgrade the cards they already have. But instead, a classic SorareAndrews stream broke out where they discussed prison cooking, reality shows, fashion, how to fix youth sports in America, and so much more.

I'm joined by Mathurin Blouin, CEO of the Metaverse Football League (MFL), to break down the brand-new Trial Clubs feature. For the first time ever, new users will be able to play an entire MFL season completely free — no packs, no spending required. We'll discuss why this change could be a game-changer for the platform and how it could help MFL expand by bringing in more managers.

Sorare's Hot Streaks promos are over — no more double rewards, lower targets, or 5x payouts. But are Hot Streaks still worth chasing? In this live stream, Laird and Harry Trades break down everything we learned from the past two months of Hot Streaks competitions and whether managers should continue to focus on them going forward. We'll also discuss which leagues and tournaments may offer the best opportunities in future Hot Streaks.

In today's SorareAndrews, we dive into whether managers are still aiming for the biggest prizes or if the game has shifted in another direction entirely. Are we chasing the right goals, or have our ambitions changed? Join the conversation as we explore how strategies, rewards, and priorities continue to evolve on Sorare.

It's my birthday, and I'm spending it crafting cards on Sorare with 15K essence! The big question: will we land in any T2+ or Special Star rooms?Come hang out live as I rip through my essence stash, see what rewards we can unlock, and celebrate the day with the Sorare community. Whether we hit something huge or not, it's all about the fun — and the birthday vibes.⚽️ Want to join Sorare? Use my link to get up to $150 in market credits (Terms and conditions apply): https://sorare.pxf.io/WyLBnZ⚠️ Affiliate Disclosure: I am a Sorare affiliate, which means I may benefit if you use my referral link. Nothing in this stream should be considered financial advice.