Two loud mouth Austin FC season ticket holders discuss their views on the Verde & Black (and occasionally other nonsense) from their perch in Section 123.
The boys convene to recap the 2-0 Copa Tejas loss to Houston Dynamo and touch on a few pieces of Austin FC news. They talk through the continued lack of goal scoring and ask if the "honeymoon" is over. Then they close out the episode with a look ahead to the "May marathon" looming over the next month. 0:30 - Intro 2:50 - Robert Taylor trade wrap-up 9:05 - CJ Fodrey extension 11:20 - Lineup reactions 14:40 - Houston recap 39:50 - Postgame takeaways 52:50 - The "May Marathon" approaches Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to discuss Austin FC's deadline day acquisition of winger Robert Taylor with an "Emergency Green Smoke Livestream" on their YouTube channel. Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to preview the first Copa Tejas matchup of the 2025 season against Houston Dynamo. They discuss the big changes in H-Town that have occurred since we last saw this team and speculate on potential lineup changes for Austin. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 1:45 - Los Verdes watch party 3:45 - Austin FC news 13:15 - Houston Dynamo preview 48:45 - Last Business Day 56:45 - Academy update 58:35 - Best Ball update 1:00:35 - Picks recap Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to recap Austin FC's home victory over the defending MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy. They discuss the lineup and tactical changes implemented and dump on the opponent's post match antics. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and Best Keeper in the World. 0:30 - Intro 3:55 - US Open Cup matchup set 6:30 - Lineup reactions 14:15 - LA Galaxy recap 44:40 - Postgame takeaways 55:40 - Next LV watch party 56:45 - Last Business Day 59:30 - Academy update 1:00:10 - Best Keeper in the World Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to preview this Saturday's early kickoff at Q2 Stadium against the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy. They talk through the Galaxy's winless first two months and why Austin fans shouldn't take this team lightly, before diving into potential changes to the starting XI and discussing what they expect to see out of the defense after last week's thrashing. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 4:55 - Transfer window closing next week 7:20 - US Open Cup draw 8:40 - LA Galaxy preview 43:00 - Last Business Day 49:50 - Best Keeper in the World 52:05 - U16s flying at the GA Cup 53:10 - Best Ball update 54:50 - Picks recap Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our roster and salary cap spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The guys get together to drop a lot of F-bombs. They recap the 5-1 drubbing at the hands of first place Vancouver Whitecaps and try to separate their emotional grievances from the legitimate concerns coming off the loss. Then they rank the five worst losses in club history before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - Riley Thomas signed by first team 6:15 - Lineup reactions 10:50 - Vancouver recap 51:15 - Postgame takeaways 1:02:15 - Ranking the worst losses in club history 1:16:45 - Last Business Day 1:21:05 - Academy update Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to preview the upcoming road match against Vancouver Whitecaps. They discuss the impressive depth on display this season for the first place team in the Western Conference and deep dive their roster build. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper In The World, an academy update and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 2:20 - Los Verdes watch party 4:15 - Vancouver preview 37:55 - Last Business Day 45:05 - Academy update 48:10 - Best Ball update 49:55 - Picks recap 52:35 - Best Keeper In The World Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The guys get together to recap Saturday night's scoreless draw against Portland Timbers. They discuss the team's continued stellar defensive play and frustrations with the lack of offensive output before closing out the episode with a quick Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 5:20 - Lineup reactions 7:55 - Portland recap 43:05 - Postgame takeaways 51:10 - Next LV watch party 52:50 - Last Business Day Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys convene to preview this Saturday's return to Q2 Stadium against Portland Timbers. They discuss how the opponent will look entirely different from what we saw when these two teams met just over a month ago and ponder what changes we might see from Nico Estévez. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper In The World and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 5:35 - Portland preview 41:15 - Last Business Day 42:55 - Best Keeper In The World 45:35 - Best Ball update 47:05 - Picks recap Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to recap the road victory over St. Louis City SC. They discuss the lineup changes implemented by Nico Estévez along with Myrto Uzuni's first goal for the club and his entertaining postgame comments. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 3:35 - Thomas called up again 5:55 - Lineup reactions 12:05 - St. Louis City SC recap 42:05 - Postgame takeaways 58:30 - Last Business Day 1:07:10 - Academy update Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to preview the upcoming road match against St. Louis City SC. They discuss the changes in tactics implemented in the early parts of the season for STL under a new head coach and talk about how they think Austin FC will approach their new-look opponent. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 2:40 - Los Verdes watch party 5:30 - More international goals! 8:00 - St. Louis City SC preview 46:35 - Last Business Day 53:45 - Academy update 55:15 - Best Ball & picks update Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to say farewell to Leo Väisänen before recapping Sunday's victory over San Diego FC. They discuss the continued ascent of Owen Wolff, the team scoring multiple goals for the first time on the season and the recent perceived struggles of Osman Bukari. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper In The World. 0:30 - Intro 3:20 - Väisänen officially transferred 18:15 - International results 20:30 - San Diego recap 57:30 - Postgame takeaways 1:12:50 - Best Keeper In The World Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to discuss the Austin FC news of the week and preview this Sunday's match against expansion side San Diego FC. They deep dive how the newest MLS club has begun their tenure in the league and fret over the potential shorthanded Austin FC back line before closing out the episode with the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:15 - Gallagher honored 5:50 - MLS All-Star Game info released 9:20 - Jimmy starts for Liberia 11:55 - Svatok called up 13:20 - Väisänen deal reportedly done 14:50 - San Diego FC preview 49:15 - First month of Best Ball in the books 51:55 - Picks recap Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian convene to discuss a surprise transfer rumor before recapping the Saturday afternoon road win over LAFC. They celebrate the unexpected three points, talk through the early season success on the defensive side of the ball and fret over the concerning play of Dani Pereira before closing out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 3:05 - International call-ups 4:40 - Väisänen rumor 13:35 - Lineup reactions 22:40 - LAFC recap 49:20 - Postgame takeaways 57:05 - Last Business Day Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets. Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to preview this weekend's road match against LAFC. They talk through what they expect from the 2023 MLS Cup Champions and discuss potential changes to Austin's starting XI. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 2:35 - Los Verdes watch party 5:40 - MLS GM survey 9:20 - International call-ups 13:50 - LAFC preview 48:05 - Last Business Day 54:05 - Academy update 55:35 - Picks update Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian get together to recap the 1-0 home loss against Colorado Rapids. They discuss their frustrations with the early returns from the team while also making some time to talk through a few positives. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and Best Keeper In The World. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - MLS releases updated GAM totals 7:00 - Lineup reactions 11:50 - Colorado recap 49:15 - Postgame takeaways 1:00:25 - Los Verdes watch party for LAFC match 1:02:25 - Last Business Day 1:09:40 - Best Keeper In The World Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to preview the upcoming match against Colorado Rapids. They talk through what to expect from the opponent and discuss potential changes to the Austin FC lineup before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:30 - Colorado Rapids preview 42:05 - Last Business Day 53:30 - Picks recap Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys discuss MLS releasing the spring roster profiles and what Diego Rubio being on the supplemental roster means for the build going forward before recapping the road loss against Portland Timbers. Then they close out the episode with an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 3:05 - Roster profiles released 7:40 - Lineup reactions 12:05 - Portland recap 57:50 - Postgame takeaways 1:07:30 - Academy update Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The guys get together to preview this weekend's upcoming road match against Portland Timbers. They deep dive Portland's offseason and season opener before discussing what to expect from Austin FC on Saturday. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 2:05 - LV Watch Party 6:05 - Portland Timbers preview 39:15 - Last Business Day Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys convene to touch on some Austin FC news before recapping the opening night victory over Sporting KC. Then they close out the episode with an academy update and talk about a successful weekend of nonsense in The North End. 2:10 - Intro 4:25 - Austin FC news 12:45 - Lineup reactions 13:50 - Sporting KC recap 46:10 - Postgame takeaways 57:00 - Academy update 57:55 - Successful nonsense! Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys are joined by members of Soccerwise, Moontower Soccer, We Are Austin TV, Verde All Day and The Verdependent to conduct the 2025 Verde Best Ball League draft! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
This one's a marathon! The boys get together for the longest show to date to celebrate hitting the 200 episode mark. Then they run through the Austin FC news of the week and recap the final two preseason matches before previewing the first regular season match of the 2025 season against Sporting KC. Finally, they close out the podcast with Last Business Day, an academy update and the 2025 "Team Points Draft" and Over/Under competitions. 0:30 - Intro 3:35 - Celebrating 200 episodes of The North End Podcast 19:45 - Mikkel Desler obtains Green Card 27:45 - "The Heartbeat" kit released 29:55 - Myrto Uzuni arrives in Austin 35:00 - 2025 Verde Best Ball League announcement 37:15 - Preseason match recaps 50:45 - Sporting KC preview 1:16:15 - Last Business Day 1:19:50 - Academy update 1:20:25 - 2025 "Team Points Draft" 1:31:10 - Over/Under competition Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to recap the two live-streamed Austin FC preseason matches at the Coachella Valley Invitational. They also discuss the arrival of Besard Sabovic, the new MLS roster rules & regulations and the kit release date being set before closing out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 5:05 - Austin FC sells academy rights to Gavin Wolff 7:55 - Kit release date set 10:20 - Besard Sabovic arrives 12:40 - 2025 MLS Roster Rules & Regulations released 24:40 - LA Galaxy recap 30:15 - Svatok/Fagundez tussle 38:20 - St. Louis City SC recap 51:30 - Last Business Day Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets. Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to discuss a contract extension for Guilherme Biro, another loan for Damian Las and the latest preseason result for the first team. Then they close out the episode taking a look at the field being set for the US Open Cup, get a live reaction to Josh Wolff being hired as an assistant coach by Houston Dynamo, Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 4:40 - Biro extension 7:35 - US Open Cup field set 13:35 - Las loaned again 17:55 - Live reaction to Josh Wolff being hired by Houston 20:30 - Preseason match vs Louisville 29:25 - Last Business Day 36:45 - Academy update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to discuss all of the Austin FC news of the week including wrapping up the two confirmed first team signings, a contract extension for Žan Kolmanič, recapping the two preseason matches out in Florida and another kit leak. Then they talk to Austin FC forward CJ Fodrey about the upcoming season before wrapping up the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 3:45 - Wrapping up recent signings 11:40 - Kolmanič extension 20:05 - Trialist crumbs 22:35 - Preseason match recaps 29:30 - Another kit leak 33:10 - New staff members announced 36:10 - US Open Cup format 39:50 - CJ Fodrey interview 56:30 - Interview takeaways 1:00:15 - Last Business Day 1:10:05 - Academy update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys went live on YouTube on Friday afternoon to discuss Austin FC signing Myrto Uzuni to a designated player contract. 1:05 - Intro 3:50 - Austin FC officially signs Myrto Uzuni 17:10 - Uzuni's 2024 highlights 23:30 - State of the roster 31:30 - Is Rodo done? 35:35 - Live chat takes the wheel Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys went live on Tuesday afternoon to discuss Austin FC signing 27-year-old free agent midfielder Besard Sabovic. 1:15 - Intro 3:30 - Austin FC officially signs Sabovic 10:30 - Sabovic's 2024 highlights 16:10 - Is the midfield deep all of a sudden? 21:50 - State of the roster 40:05 - Clues to Austin's style of play 45:05 - Sabovic scouting report from a professional Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian get together to discuss another wild week of Austin FC news. They chat about their experience at Sunday's open training session and what we learned from the media availability that took place before hand. Then they say farewell to Sebastián Driussi before running through the rumored incoming signings and MLS rule changes before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 2:50 - Open Training recap 31:20 - Sebastián Driussi sold to River Plate 50:05 - Dubersarsky wrap-up 51:20 - Uzuni & Sabovic incoming? 58:00 - State of the roster 1:07:10 - MLS roster rule changes 1:18:50 - Last Business Day 1:21:30 - Academy update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter Sign up for Underdog Fantasy using this link and use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign-up for up to $1000 in bonus cash and a free pick!
The boys went live on Thursday night to discuss Austin FC signing 20-year-old Argentinian midfielder Nicolás Dubersarsky to a U-22 Initiative contract. They were joined by Phil West of Verde All Day and Hernan Gonzalez of We Are Austin TV to help break down the move as the Austin FC news continues to fly at record pace. 1:00 - Intro 6:35 - Phil West joins the stream 8:40 - Hernan Gonzalez joins the stream 10:15 - What to expect from Dubersarsky 21:55 - Salary cap implications of the move 29:30 - What formation should we expect in 2025? 34:55 - How will Rodo fill out the rest of the roster? 40:05 - Is Austin FC set at CB? Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to recap a whirlwind of Austin FC news. They wrap up the Brandon Vazquez acquisition before diving into the latest on the Sebastián Driussi saga. Then they talk through multiple rumors including a potential replacement DP and what seems like an inbound U22 midfielder before closing out the episode with the first crumbs of the preseason, Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 2:45 - Brandon Vazquez wrap-up 10:35 - Driussi saga continues 32:30 - New DP rumor 40:15 - ATX nearing deal for U22 midfielder 47:05 - Full preseason schedule released 48:55 - Training camp crumbs 51:25 - New home kit leaked 53:30 - Last Business Day 57:35 - Academy update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys go live on a Monday afternoon to celebrate the official signing of forward Brandon Vázquez. They discuss all the aspects of the move including a new club-record transfer fee, a trade to the top of the waiver order and what the addition does to the club's roster and salary cap flexibility. 1:30 - Intro 2:40 - ZG opens with an apology to BV 4:30 - Combing through the press release 14:40 - Roster & salary cap implications 25:05 - Why did Austin have to buy a waiver spot from San Jose? 33:10 - Remaining MLS free agent forwards Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
With news dropping fast and furious, the boys go live on YouTube for their regularly scheduled weekly episode for the first time. They discuss the impending arrival of Brandon Vásquez and the expected departure of Sebastián Driussi before closing out the episode with a round up of some ancillary rumors and Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 1:30 - Biggest news day in club history? 3:30 - Brandon Vásquez timeline 15:30 - Driussi nearing departure 27:45 - Replacing Austin's all-time leading scorer 52:15 - Rumor round-up 55:35 - Preseason schedule change 56:45 - Last Business Day Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys fire up the livestream to discuss Austin FC signing veteran MLS midfielder Ilie Sanchez on Tuesday afternoon. 1:45 - Timeline of the news 10:00 - Ilie's background 21:50 - Replacing Alex Ring & Jhojan Valencia 25:45 - Is this the new team captain? Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to discuss an expected signing blowing up in the face of Austin FC and how much tougher that could make the club's offseason plans. Then they close out the episode with some New Year's resolutions. 0:30 - Intro 3:45 - Picault fakes out Austin 9:45 - What it means for Rodo's offseason plans 14:55 - Jimenez says goodbye 18:15 - Looking at the domestic market 29:15 - Camp on the horizon 36:35 - New Year's resolutions Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys get together to recap another busy week of offseason activity for Austin FC including the release of the 2025 regular season schedule, the MLS SuperDraft, a trio of new coaches and the league releasing each club's GAM totals for the first time ever. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 3:05 - Where's the Fafà smoke? 5:55 - U22 rumor squashed 11:05 - MLS releases GAM totals 22:15 - Schedule release wrap-up 30:00 - Draft wrap-up 39:55 - New coach hires 45:40 - Re-Entry Stage 2 results 47:25 - Last Business Day Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian fire up a second livestream in as many days to break down Austin FC trading their 1st round pick to Colorado in exchange for GAM and an international roster slot. They also dive into a new U22 rumor before closing out the stream with a quick breakdown of Austin's 2nd round pick. 0:30 - Intro 1:05 - Austin FC trades 1st round pick 2:50 - Why so excited? 13:30 - New U22 rumor 26:10 - Live chat divided on Picault rumor 35:55 - Austin FC makes 2nd round pick Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
The boys go live to break down the 2025 Austin FC regular season schedule that was released today. Along the way they're joined by their buddy Brian (1/2 of The North End Pirates) to discuss his appearance in the team's schedule release hype video. 0:30 - Intro 2:00 - Opening night 4:05 - Early season challenges 7:45 - Copa Tejas 2025 10:10 - Eastern Conference opponents 15:55 - Decision Day 18:45 - Lack of midweek games 21:10 - A North End Pirate joins the stream 30:20 - A tough August? 32:20 - Everybody has a birthday! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our roster & salary cap spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Instagram Bluesky Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian convene to recap a busy week for Austin FC including wrapping up the Zardes buyout, talking through the expected signing of Fafá Picault and weigh a new Owen Wolff rumor. They also run through the results of the Expansion Draft and Re-Entry Stage 1 before closing out the episode with a list of prospects to keep your eye on headed into Friday's MLS SuperDraft, Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 3:00 - Zardes buyout wrap-up 5:00 - Fafá Picault expected to land in Austin 19:20 - Wolff drawing European interest? 27:15 - Expansion Draft & Re-Entry Stage 1 recap 33:15 - Schedule release imminent 36:40 - MLS SuperDraft prospects 49:35 - Last Business Day 52:55 - Academy update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap & roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Bluesky Instagram YouTube Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian get together on short notice to react to Austin FC using their annual contract buyout on Gyasi Zardes. They look back on some of the better moments of Gyasi's tenure in Austin and discuss the salary cap and roster implications of the move before closing out the stream with a new rumor that surfaced on Monday morning. 0:30 - Intro 2:35 - Looking back on two years of Zardes 11:15 - Salary cap & roster implications of the move 20:55 - New U22 rumor out of Sweden Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Bluesky Instagram Threads Twitter
The boys get together to discuss the arrival of Nico Estévez and his big logo sweater to Austin. They take another spin through the busy MLS week ahead and react to what was heard from MLS Commissioner Don Garber's press conference on Friday before closing out the episode with an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 5:55 - Coach Estévez arrives in Austin 10:55 - Louisville says farewell to Las 16:35 - Busy week ahead 20:10 - Commissioner's press conference 28:10 - Would Brandon Vazquez make sense in ATX? 32:40 - 2024 Goal of the Year 35:05 - Academy at MLS Next Fest Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap & roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials YouTube Bluesky Instagram Threads Twitter
The boys get together in a post-Thanksgiving stupor to dive into just how important the U22 Initiative roster slots are to the success of MLS teams. They also review some of the option decisions made around the league at last Wednesday's deadline before closing out the episode with a lengthy academy update and the final round of the "Goal of the Year" bracket. 0:30 - Intro 4:35 - MLS option decision deadline 14:15 - Preparing for the post-MLS Cup frenzy 17:45 - How important are U22 Initiative players? 35:40 - "Goal of the Year" bracket update 40:25 - Academy update Visit our website to vote in the final round of the "Goal of the Year" bracket and for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Bluesky Instagram YouTube Threads Twitter
The boys get together just a few days before Thanksgiving to recap the latest dispatches from the rumor mill and discuss the ATX related international results from the past week. They also run through their full season grades from 2024 before diving into the nonsense consisting of an Austin FC Thanksgiving dinner, the current state of the "Goal of the Year" bracket and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 3:50 - International results 11:25 - Latest transfer rumors 17:50 - Full season grades 52:25 - Goal of the Year bracket update 56:05 - An Austin FC Thanksgiving! 1:06:10 - Academy update Visit our website to vote on the "Goal of the Year" bracket and to view our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Bluesky Instagram YouTube Threads Twitter
Zac and Ian get together to conduct a "mock off-season" to prep Austin FC fans for how things could play out over the coming months. They also recap the international results for the players on national team duty before closing out the episode with an update on the academy and the 2024 Austin FC "Goal of the Year" bracket. 0:30 - Intro 3:45 - International results 9:45 - Mock offseason 58:55 - "Goal of the Year" bracket update 1:02:30 - Academy update Visit our website to cast your quarterfinal round votes in the 2024 Austin FC "Goal of the Year" bracket! You can also find match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets. Follow the podcast on socials Bluesky Instagram YouTube Threads Twitter
The boys convene over the weekend to discuss Austin FC announcing their option decisions and say goodbye to Alex Ring and others. They also cover the contract extension for Dani Pereira, some new player rumors and celebrate a trio of international call-ups. Then they close out the episode with a check-in on the 2024 "Goal of the Year" bracket, Best Keeper in the World and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 5:15 - Club announces option decisions 7:35 - Farewell Alex Ring 19:15 - More goodbyes 31:25 - Pereira extension + state of the roster 45:55 - Godoy rumor 53:20 - Arellano departing? 55:40 - International call-ups 58:05 - Goal of the Year bracket update 1:02:50 - Best Keeper in the World 1:06:35 - Academy update Watch the roundtable discussion hosted by Otra X Favor here. Visit our website to vote on the 2024 Austin FC "Goal of the Year" bracket! You'll also find match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap & roster spreadsheets. Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
The boys get together to recap the introductory press conference for new head coach Nico Estévez. They also discuss rumors surrounding Austin FC's next home hit, reveal the 2024 "Goal of the Year" Bracket and revisit their preseason over/under and team points draft competitions. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper in the World and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - Estévez introductory press conference 23:30 - New home kit rumors 28:45 - 2024 "Goal of the Year" Bracket 39:00 - Team points draft recap 41:35 - Over/unders recap 52:05 - Best Keeper in the World 54:40 - Academy update Visit our website to vote on the 2024 Goal of the Year Bracket! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
The boys get together to recap a whirlwind of Austin FC news, including a new head coach and four contract extensions. They deep dive the current salary cap picture and discuss rumors of a new striker and the league potentially moving to a fall-spring schedule. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper in the World, an academy update and the final table of the 2024 Verde Best Ball League. 0:30 - Intro 4:00 - Nico Estévez hire wrap-up 16:15 - Flurry of contract extensions 26:30 - Austin's 2025 roster & salary cap picture 1:07:10 - MLS considering schedule changes 1:12:25 - Best Keeper in the World 1:13:30 - Academy update 1:14:45 - 2024 Verde Best Ball League concludes Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
Capping off a week loaded with Austin FC news, the club announced on Friday morning they have hired Nico Estévez as the team's new head coach. The North End jumped on an emergency livestream with some friends to react to the news shortly after it dropped. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - Coach Estévez's background 16:15 - Comparing Wolff & Estévez 24:00 - Austin continues USMNT ties 30:15 - Roundtable discussion 45:45 - E shows up late (classic) Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
Zac and Ian recap the Decision Day comeback victory over Colorado Rapids. They talk through all the emotions that come with the end of a season and look back on the highs and lows of 2024. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper in the World, an academy update and the nonsense. 2:05 - Intro 7:15 - Lineup reactions 12:30 - Colorado recap 37:40 - Postgame takeaways 45:35 - The highs & lows of 2024 55:40 - Best Keeper in the World 57:00 - Academy update 57:45 - Nonsense Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
The boys preview the Decision Day match against the Colorado Rapids. They talk through what they're hoping to see from the team as they close out the 2024 season and also recap some Verde-related international results from early in the week before closing out the episode with some nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:30 - International results 7:00 - Colorado Rapids preview 36:15 - Best Ball & MLS bets update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
The boys get together to recap Rodolfo Borrell's press conference after the club fired former head coach Josh Wolff. Then they discuss who Austin FC will potentially protect during December's upcoming MLS Expansion Draft before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - Rodo press conference 18:20 - Expansion draft protections 31:50 - MLS 22 Under 22 34:10 - Year-end Awards nominations 35:30 - International results 37:30 - Last Business Day 48:50 - Academy update Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our roster and salary cap spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
The boys recap the road loss at LA Galaxy that culminated in Austin FC being mathematically eliminated from playoff contention and Josh Wolff being fired as the team's head coach. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper in the World, Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense. On the audio version of this episode you will hear a replay of Sunday afternoon's livestream covering Josh Wolff being fired by Austin FC. We were lucky enough to be joined our friends Landon and Jeremiah from Moontower Soccer and Phil West of Verde All Day for that hour-long livestream. 0:45 - Intro 3:45 - Josh Wolff fired livestream cleanup 10:30 - International call-ups 11:45 - Lineup reactions 15:15 - LA Galaxy recap 41:15 - Postgame takeaways 45:00 - Best Keeper in the World 47:30 - Last Business Day 56:15 - Academy update 58:15 - Best Ball update 1:00:25 - Livestream replay w/Moontower Soccer & Phil West Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS picks and access to our salary cap and roster spreadsheets! Follow the podcast on socials Twitter Instagram YouTube Threads Bluesky
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