STL Soccer Talk

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the team's lack of offense yet again after City fell to Sporting Kansas City 2-0. The loss was St. Louis' third game in a row without a goal, and while there's some improvement, is it coming fast enough? The next few games are against tough opponents, making a return to last year's scoring form more difficult. Listen to the full episode. Subscribe to the Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley talk about City SC scoring woes after the team was shut out for the fourth time in six games in a 1-0 loss to Austin on Sunday. While the team’s defense is much improved from last season, its offense has been struggling, scoring just four goals so far, with three of them coming in one game. The two also look to Saturday's derby match against Sporting Kansas City, but without Peter Vermes. Listen to the full episode. Subscribe to the Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the loss to the Philadelphia Union, and Klauss' fun reunion with coach Bradley Carnell. Listen to the full episode. Subscribe to the Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the news that Roman Burki, the team's No. 1 goalie, will be out for a month. Ben Lundt will now take center stage in an unusual role for him — starting goalie. Listen to the full episode. Subscribe to the Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley talk about the team's 3-0 win over the Los Angeles Galaxy, where City finally scored a goal (three!), and goalkeeper Roman Burki stood on his head to preserve a three-game clean sheet record. Listen to the full episode. Subscribe to the Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the team's 0-0 tie with San Diego FC, and the improved defense St. Louis City SC has shown in its first two games. Find more podcasts from the Post-Dispatch. Subscribe to the Post-Dispatch.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the team's first game, a tie. While the defense had a stellar game, and the team as a whole did better with more possession, the offense failed to score in a game that they should have won.   Also a fond farewell to Indiana Vassilev.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley kick off a new podcast season with a chat about the uncertainties in the roster and lineup and uncertainties about the recovery of injured players. One thing is certain: The MLS season-opening game on Saturday at newly named Energizer Park will be cold.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s new coach, a new center back and the new name for CityPark.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley briefly discuss the team’s loss to Minnesota United FC in the team’s last game of the 2024 season. With that loss set aside, they also discuss recent roster moves and the team’s possible off-season moves.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s “mirror-image” season. Timmermann also gives his list of players to protect for the expansion draft.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s win over Houston, and the players’ clearly emotional game.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley chat about the team’s win over Sporting Kansas City, and mid-week loss to Los Angeles FC. The two also chat wisdom teeth, player contracts and the last home game.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss how City SC dodged a few bullets with the team’s win on the road against San Jose. They also chat about the upcoming US national team game in St. Louis. And toes.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s loss to Minnesota United and the loss of hopes to make the postseason.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s tie against the New England Revolution, including Caleb Porter’s statements ridiculing the refereeing. They also look ahead at the rest of City’s schedule: Is a playoff run still possible?

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s win over the LA Galaxy (best in the west). But the playoff outlook isn’t looking good.

Sure, the offense scored 4 goals, but the defense allowed 4. A tie in Portland means St. Louis City SC made no headway in its quest for the playoffs. City beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s performance and outlook.

St. Louis City SC player Tomas Totland joins beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley to discuss life in St. Louis, playing in the heat and what travel is like in the MLS. 

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s close game against Club America. With their run in the Leagues Cup over, City players now shift their focus to winning against MLS teams as the team tries to make a run to the postseason.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss Tim Parker’s transfer to the New England Revolution, and the outsize impact he had on the team. The two then discuss yet another tie, and the team’s chances in the Leagues Cup.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley chat about the Leagues Cup game against Dallas and then interview new player Simon Becher. No stranger to St. Louis, Becher returns to the city after playing in Vancouver and then in Denmark.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the unusual break in the MLS season that features … soccer games. The team prepares for the Leagues Cup tournament, almost a second training camp with the new players joining the roster, and as veterans recover from injuries.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s transfer of forward Samuel Adeniran, and the opening of the transfer window, which means City’s newest players can hit the field. The question is whether midfielder Cedric Teuchert, defender Jake Girdwood-Reich and forward Marcel Hartel will be the spark the team needs to reach the playoffs.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the team's recent loss to the Colorado Rapids and what needs to happen for City to make the postseason (goals. And wins).

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann returns from vacation to discuss Bradley Carnell’s firing, the teams Wednesday win and interim coach John Hackworth.

Tony Messenger joins Beth O'Malley to discuss the St. Louis City SC tie with Atlanta United. The two chat about the bright spots on the field (Jay Reid and Hosei Kijima), Klauss' continuing scoring drought and ... or should we say "however" ... the referees.

Beth O'Malley is joined by sports columnist Ben Frederickson to discuss St. Louis City SC's loss to the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The two talk about the team's struggles in its second season and try to figure out what can be done. Is a postseason appearance a necessity?

STL Soccer Talk co-host Beth O'Malley and guest Tony Messenger chat about the St. Louis City SC's most recent tie against the Portland Timbers. The two also discuss the lack of finishing (not chances) that the team's forwards demonstrate, as well as Burki's expertise in the goal.  

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the 3-3 tie with Inter Miami, and the injury to midfielder Rasmus Alm, who will miss the next six to eight weeks with a knee ligament strain. The two also discuss the team's most recent signing and the upcoming schedule.

St. Louis City beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O’Malley discuss the team’s recent acquisition of Cedric Teuchert, the loss of midfielder Tomas Ostrak, and the upcoming game against Inter Miami (and Messi).

City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and guest co-host Santiago Beltran talk about the importance of City SC’s home game Saturday with Seattle, a close pursuer in the West, sandwiched between road games against two of the top teams in MLS, Cincinnati and Miami.

City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and guest co-host Carter Chapley talk about Eduard Lowen’s return from both an injury and his wife’s fight with brain cancer, as well as City SC’s weekend meeting with FC Cincinnati, one of the top teams in Major League Soccer.

Beat writer Tom Timmermann and guest Jen Siess talk about City SC’s penchant for ties and what the team’s chance creation says about its prospects during its recent scoring troubles on this week’s podcast.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss player Samuel Adeniran, who had been benched the last few games, and his current status. They also chat about the brand-new grass recently installed at CityPark. Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley talk about the team's sixth tie of the season, this time against Sporting Kansas City. The rivalry between the teams continues (and City SC won the shoulder battles, certainly), but City SC's struggles with tie games also continue. Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss Klauss' run-of-play goal in the team's defeat of Austin FC. Timmermann gives an update on Samuel Adeniran and Eduard Lowen. Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here. s well.

St. Louis City SC forward Samuel Adeniran joins the podcast to discuss the team's recent performance, his impressions of St. Louis, and his father's influence on his career.  City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley also discuss the team's most recent game (a tie), and how the coach responded to it. Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here. (O'Malley used Adobe Podcast, an AI program, to edit the sound quality in this episode.)

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the team's loss to Real Salt Lake, and then welcome a guest. City SC player Hosei Kijima talks about how he started playing soccer, why he decided to attend IMG Academy in Florida, his college career at Wake Forest University and more. Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discuss the team's recent game against DC United, which (wait for it) resulted in a 2-2- tie. There were good moments (Klauss scored) and not-so-good moments (Stroud's crosses), and while the team hasn't won, they also haven't lost. So ... ¯_(ツ)_/¯ Timmermann also gives an injury update and the two answer a reader question about penalty kicks. We want to hear from you: Email your questions or feedback to ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and bomalley@post-dispatch.com   

Exclamation marks are not usually included in a headline, but Roman Burki deserves this one after his play against Los Angeles Galaxy. St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley talk about the team's tie (they're undefeated, which isn't bad, but doesn't deserve an exclamation mark), Tim Parker's back, and Joakim Nilsson's bicycle.  Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley chat about a rare lineup repeat in the team's tie with Austin FC, Klauss' continued scoreless streak and a brightening silver lining on not continuing in the Champions Cup tournament. The two then chat with new defenseman Nikolas Dyhr (the interview was conducted last week) about moving to America for the first time to play in the MLS. Timmermann and O'Malley also want feedback from listeners: Do you have a soccer concept or technical term you want explained? Drop us a note: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

Tony Messenger, a St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist and a huge soccer fan, joins St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley for a chat about the Open Cup, City's lineup decisions and a few trips down memory lane to the NASL. Messenger won a Pulitzer Prize (not for his work on soccer coverage, but for columns) in 2019.  Questions? Comments? Kudos? Contact us: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann joins co-host Beth O'Malley to discuss the team's recent games: A loss to Houston in the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Tuesday, and a tie against Real Salt Lake. The two take a look at recent injuries on the soccer team's back line, as well as a lack of scoring opportunities.  Questions? Comments? Kudos? Contact us: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC won its first Concacaf Champions Cup game on Tuesday, beating Houston 2-1 on a late goal by rookie player (and first-round draft pick) Hosei Kijima. Beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley dissect the game, including the lineup decisions, scoring chances and players' reactions to the win.  Timmermann and O'Malley also peek at the upcoming MLS season, and the referee lockout. Questions? Comments? Kudos? Contact us: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.

St. Louis City SC beat writer Tom Timmermann and co-host Beth O'Malley discusses the team's return to training in St. Louis, final preseason game this week and the upcoming season. What will the lineup look like versus Houston and then versus Salt Lake?  Questions? Comments? Kudos? Contact us: Tom Timmermann, ttimmermann@post-dispatch.com and Beth O'Malley, bomalley@post-dispatch.com Read more about City SC here.