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Send us a textIt's Episode 373, and LAFC provides very few signs of life in our last MLS Regular Season match before Leagues Cup. LAFC falls at home, 1-0, to the Timbers.The lone bright spot of this match? The performance in the MLS debut of defender Kenny Nielsen! Nielsen was solid, and his near-goal on an audacious bicycle kick attempt in the second half was the highlight of the match. 

Send us a textLAFC re-gathers after All-Star Weekend, missing most of our CB's and Sergi Palencia! The Timbers come calling in our final regular-season match before Leagues Cup!

Bart Keeler drops by SDH AM to look at a few key plays from the weekend in El Trafico and Atlanta United and Charlotte that could lead to lengthy suspensions and, what should have been perhaps, a key second yellow on the weekend.. 

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Tuesday Thoughts on SDH AM start with an ATLUTD Unified Update...Head Coach Marty Jelleme looks at the busy month from Toronto to All Stars in Austin to Genuine Cup in Houston SoccerForUSPod's Bart Keeler joins for a definitive moment for cards and calls from El Trafico and Atlanta UnitedPlus, the morning news and notes

Russell and Gavin discuss all the storylines in week 23 of MLS regular season.Apologies for the abrupt ending. Not sure what happened with the recording. Hopefully it doesn't happen next week!Timestamps00:00 Intro02:15 Atlanta United's Struggles and Team Dynamics08:04 Player Transfers and League Competitiveness14:56 MLS All-Star Game Controversies19:38 Unexpected Match Results and Team Performance26:11 Future Predictions and League Outlook30:21 Player Transfers and League Dynamics32:12 Charlotte's Season Performance36:04 El Trafico: A Classic Rivalry43:01 Dallas vs. St. Louis: A Surprising Outcome47:34 Miami's Dominance and League Observations

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros break down the transfer window so far and give us their winners and losers as we pass the halfway point of the European transfer window. Have Liverpool been the clear winners or do Chelsea have a reason to be optimistic? Can Arsenal turn their window around?Christian and Alexis then recap a busy weekend in Major League Soccer. Inter Miami continue their dominance of the Red Bulls but Messi steals the headlines with his insane goal that left the Red Bulls goalkeeper embarrassed. Cavan Sullivan also heads to Manchester to train with Man City for the week. Is he progressing well enough to be ready for a move to the Premier League giant in 2027?Later, Christian and Alexis preview the Women's EURO semifinals including who their favorites are to win it all. Can England overcome their inconsistencies or will Spain continue their European dominance? (5:45) - European transfer window winners & losers(23:00) - Kylian Mbappe and Achraf Hakimi spotted at Bad Bunny concert(29:15) - Messi leads the way as Inter Miami destroy Red Bulls(35:30) - Cavan Sullivan progressing well enough for move to Man City?(38:30) - News around Major League Soccer(45:30) - Women's EUROS semi-final preview Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Coming off a 3-2 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes at Lumen Field, it's an Eastern Conference road trip for the Seattle Sounders as they get set to take on reeling Atlanta United. With one last match before Leagues Cup begins, can Seattle make it a fourth straight game with at least three goals scored? Later on we'll hit some headlines from around the league, including a comedic ending in Saturday's El Trafico showdown between LAFC and the LA Galaxy.SPONSORSSounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Seattle Sounders Tickets - Get tickets to an upcoming match straight from the club and help support the show at the same time.MLS Season Pass - MLS Season Pass is back on Apple TV with access to every single MLS match—including Leagues Cup and the entire Audi MLS Cup Playoffs—with no blackouts! Subscribe today to support the show.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2025 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Ari Liljenwall Niko MorenoLobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused live morning show. Join Ari Liljenwall and Niko Moreno live on YouTube every Monday, at 8am Pacific to kickoff your week with the inside scoop on the Seattle Sounders and Major League Soccer. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Pulso Sports' Niko Moreno. Grab a coffee as we talk about the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.

Send us a textLAFC and Carson played for the 26th time on Saturday, and this one, for Black and Gold Faithful, may have been the most frustrating yet. Despite twice holding a 2-goal lead, LAFC had to settle for a point in a 3-3 draw as Galaxy scored at the death.Denis Bouanga did all he could while he was on the pitch, scoring twice to move within 6 of Carlos Vela all-time. Gabriel Pec added a brace of his own, and a last-second header by Maya Yoshida forced both sides home with a point. A red card for Eddie Segura in stoppage certainly complicates matters for the home side in their next match against Portland. Also on this episode, Bone Thugs and Harmony make an appearance at BMO! Enjoy Episode 372. 

Send us a textLAFC "welcomes" Carson to BMO in an effort to put the final nail in their 2025 regular season coffin. 

Send us a textLAFC travels to the Great White North and WINS for the first time, 1-0 over Minnesota United. Denis Bouanga's PK overshadows a couple of easy misses, and the defense looks great in LAFC's first match without Aaron Long.

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LAFC heads up to Minnesota to take on the Loons! Joining Scarf for this one is Heart of LAFC's Tony Hernandez! We talk all things LAFC, Minnesota, and Heart's upcoming 400th Episode!

Episode 370 has many highlights, including a dominating win by LAFC over Dallas, another great performance by Denis, and a goal-of-the-year moment in the LAFC Unified match. But there is a pall over the match, and the episode, as LAFC appears to have lost our captain, Aaron Long, with a significant leg injury. Also on this episode, the man's name is Turbo, so please, put some respect on it! What a goal! Nate scores again, Dilrosun continues to get better, and Denis actually comes off the pitch! Enjoy Episode 370!

LAFC welcomes an FC Dallas club who has lost 5 straight at BMO!

LAFC saw three welcome sights stroll into BMO Stadium, as Giorgio Chiellini, Hello Kitty, and the Colorado Rapids made their way to the BMO! LAFC would pummel the Rapids, 3-0, behind Denis' 83rd and Dilrosun's 1st, amidst a sea of plush kittens.Also on this pod, Filly swears. We're sorry. Well, at least Scarf is. Laff joins us, and apparently, he's the new conductor of the Martinez Motorcade. All aboard!

LAFC heads to Austin in an attempt to avenge their loss earlier this season at the hands of the Verde. Also, hello, Ilie!

It's Episode 368, and the Olivier Giroud... Experiment? Experience? Era? Is over. LAFC falls flat in a 1-0 loss to Vancouver as David Ochoa makes his Black and Gold debut.

LAFC heads home after their run in the Club World Cup, taking on second-place Vancouver at the friendly confines of BMO Stadium. Filly and Scarf give you their players to watch, keys to the match, and score prediction as LAFC hits the halfway mark of the season and celebrates Pride Night!

LAFC finishes their run in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a match against Brazilian side Flamengo, who have already secured the top spot in Group D. Will LAFC score, or will the Black and Gold go quietly into the night?

Episode 366 might not be the most chipper of episodes, as LAFC crashes out of the 2025 Club World Cup after losing to Esperance, 1-0. A missed penalty by Denis Bouanga sealed LAFC's fate, and now, all that's left is to hope we score a goal against Flamengo.Also on this episode, Filly and Scarf defend Denis, applaud Hugo, and marvel at the Tunisian support in Nashville. Oh, and Javairo Dilrosun played for the first time. Enjoy 366! 

LAFC takes on North African giant Esperance Sportive de Tunis in our second group stage match at the 2025 Club World Cup. 

LAFC took on English powerhouse Chelsea in the 2025 Club World Cup. That's the headline. A match so important that Filly & Scarf brought on two special guests, Laff and lifelong Chelsea AND all-time Black and Gold supporter Slippy on the pod to talk about it. LAFC would fall, 2-0, but the effort, the heart, and the support were absolutely there for all 90'. Not the result we wanted, but the boys did us proud. It's Episode 365, which means you can listen to a new episode every day for a year!

LAFC takes on English Premier League giant Chelsea in a match that actually matters, our first match of Group D play at the 2025 Club World Cup!

Amidst the backdrop of protests and ICE raids across Los Angeles, LAFC defeated Sporting Kansas City, 3-1, behind a goal and 2 assists from Denis Bouanga. But it was the 90' of silence, and then the deafening roar, from The 3252 that made the most impact.

Defenders of the Banc stands with ALL Angelinos during these difficult and unprecedented times. 

It's Episode 363, and LAFC has just won the most important match in club history! LAFC slays LIGA MX giant Club America, 2-1, after 120'!The atmosphere was unlike any other in the history of BMO Stadium, as Club America brought incredible support and a high-powered roster into Los Angeles for the winner-take-all showdown. After a tense, scoreless first half, Las Aquilas would get on the board first, with a little help from VAR. A soft penalty was awarded, which, of all people, Brian Rodriguez buries to put the visitors on top. Just before the 90', a perfect corner from Denis Bouanga finds the well-placed head of Igor Jesus, and we are level! What a time for Igor to score his first goal, and we are headed to Extra Time. In the second 15' half, Denis Bouanga pays off wonderful buildup from Olivier Giroud and Frankie Amaya, as his shot deflects off a defender's leg and in for the winner! LAFC is headed to the Club World Cup!Also on this episode, we take a peek at our opponents, Chelsea, Flamengo, and ES Tunis. Scarf loses his voice, Filly gets it right, Maxime Chanot is amazing without playing a minute, and apologies all around to Olivier Giroud! 

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The biggest game of the club season is upon us, so you know we had to predict a winner. Can Julio continue his hot streak? But before we get into that, we discuss the latest El Trafico match, the controversy surrounding Marky Delgado's 2024 MLS Cup ring presentation, and the monumental opportunity that LAFC has to qualify for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Timestamps (01:16) The El Trafico rivalry and how the Galaxy handled Marky Delgado's ring presentation (09:15) The Galaxy's struggles throughout 2025 and the MLS rules restrictions (17:41) LAFC's opportunity to qualify for the 2025 Club World Cup (25:38) Our UCL final predictions (31:04) The new FIFA transfer window for the Club World Cup Cast Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores Producer: Roy Cho Subscribe to our newsletter for more interviews and latest news on street football, freestyle, and urban culture, read more about soccer culture on our website, and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook.

It's Episode 362, the second game recap episode in a row where we discuss a disappointing 2-2 draw to a Wooden Spoon contender. Our location shifts to Quebec, where LAFC was only able to take a point from lowly CF Montreal. Montreal, the club that had scored just 8 goals all season, raced out to a 2-0 lead after 22', thanks to Prince Owusu's penalty and a couple of lucky bounces. LAFC would respond right before the half through Mark Delgado as the half would end 2-1.The subs made all the difference for LAFC. Ryan Hollingshead improved the offense, Cengiz Ünder brought a calm on the ball, and Olivier Giroud delivered the tying goal, making the run and putting away a deflection. Not the story we wanted in Montreal, but LAFC's takes a point. Next up is Club America, and a spot in the Club World Cup. But until then, enjoy 362!   

LAFC heads into Quebec to take on CF Montreal, the worst team in the East. Will it be three easy points for the Black and Gold, or will a wooden spoon contender give them trouble two weeks in a row?

Send us a textOn this episode of the MLS Aces Podcast, Tom & Jason sit down to chat: -Pochettino's 1st USMNT Gold Cup roster call-ups-Christian Pulisic out of the roster-Passing of Gadi Kinda-MLS rivalry week; El Trafico, Hudson River Derby, Hell Is Real, and more!-Big wins for Chicago & Minnesota-U.S. Open Cup QFs set-And much more! Make sure to follow us on all platforms below: Twitter: @MLSAces, @TomSweez @JasonVevang Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mlsaces.bsky.social YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mlsaces Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fm8aU6lSzwSFIfotfpldh?si=3a2afac5cd624073Support the show

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Hello Colorado Rapids fan! This week on Holding The High Line, it's a Rocky Mountain Cup sweep for the Burgundy Boys. Rabbi and Red banter about some non-Rapids Rivalry Week banter. Pat Noonan doesn't like Double Game Weeks. Mark Delgado is becoming the Pablo Mastroeni of El Trafico. Also, RIP Gadi Kinda. We briefly touch on the loss to San Diego FC. Who even cares given what came next? Then we talk all things Rocky Mountain Cup. Jackson Travis and Nico Hansen were excellent. Cole Bassett and Djordje Mihailović finally linked up. It was kind of a boring game. Real Salt Lake were poor, compounded by Diego Luna getting subbed off. What does that all say about the Rapids? Later, the Rapids Unified Team held on for a 0-0 draw against RSL Unified. Colin Underly, son of coach Molly and MLS Unified All-Star, stood on his head. We hear from the goalkeeper. We touch on R2 beating Real Monarchs with Kamani Stewart-Baynes scoring a PK down a man. Then we look ahead to Saturday's home match against a struggling St. Louis CITY. Here are the links to the Anthony Hudson and Pablo Mastroeni articles we mention.

Taylor, Jeff, and Joe dive into the latest and greatest from around MLS! From Lionel Messi's referee complaints, potential new contract, and Inter Miami's latest embarrassment to Greg Vanney's new deal and El Trafico to a look around the best rivalries MLS has to offer, we ran the bases.WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.!JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON!Check out our Patreon, which houses bonus podcasts, access to our exclusive Discord, blog posts, videos, and much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Filly and Scarf are back together for the full episode, Episode 361, dedicated to the disappointment that was the 25th edition of the Los Angeles Derby. The boys recap the 2-2 draw in Carson that felt much more like a loss, discuss the Mark Delgado ring fiasco, debate hugging your rival after a match, and much more! Enjoy 361!

On today's show, Joe Lowery dives into some of the biggest hits from MLS's Rivalry Week, discussing Inter Miami's latest defeat at the hands of Orlando City, El Trafico and Greg Vanney's new LA Galaxy contract, Nashville SC's new era, Charlotte FC's problems, and more.If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to Backheeled.com for more American soccer coverage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textRussell, Beau, and Gavin discuss all the storylines from MLS Rivalry WeekTimestamps00:00 Intro02:38 Heartwarming Fan Stories in MLS05:38 Rivalry Week Reflections08:33 Orlando City vs. Miami: A Rivalry Match11:18 Controversial Moments in Soccer14:24 Miami's Struggles and Player Evaluations19:58 Columbus Crew vs. FC Cincinnati: A Draw in Rivalry36:20 Striker Dilemmas in Columbus37:11 Fitness and Rotation Strategies37:58 Key Players and Missed Opportunities41:42 Toronto's Embarrassing Defeat47:30 Hudson River Derby Dynamics53:00 Atlanta United's Struggles57:46 Coaching Changes and Future Prospects01:08:28 Charlotte FC's Struggles and Team Morale01:15:49 The Bruce Arena Derby: New England vs. San Jose01:20:37 Vancouver Whitecaps vs. Austin FC: A Surprising Draw01:27:08 Minnesota United vs. St. Louis City: A Turning Point01:31:05 Coaching Concerns and Team Performance01:33:55 Fan Frustrations and Support Groups01:34:47 Nashville vs. D.C. United: A Lackluster Match01:38:36 RSL's Struggles and Tactical Issues01:44:02 Seattle Sounders: The Underrated Team01:49:39 San Diego FC vs. Sporting Kansas City: A Disappointing Draw01:57:37 El Trafico and Player Performances02:02:20 Greg Vanney's Contract ExtensionSupport the show

LAFC heads down to Carson to take on the winless Galaxy. Filly and Scarf are back together, so check this one out to hear their Players To Watch, Keys to the Match, and Score Prediction!

The LA Galaxy remains winless after giving up a two-goal lead to the Philadelphia Union on the road, for the hosts to win 3-2 and take all three points on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The Galaxy started the match well and gave a proper response to their 7-0 defeat in New York, only to throw it all away with a loose defensive performance in the second half. We take a look at how the Galaxy can replicate that great start, how it all went wrong in the second half, and what the Galaxy can do to try and right the ship. With such a mixed performance, which LA Galaxy team will show up for El Trafico, The team that played the Union off the pitch in the first half, or the one that lost the game? Special Guest J.R. Lebert (The Scarf) from @DefendersoftheBanc Podcast

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LAFC travels up to Vancouver to take on the first-place Whitecaps! It's a Mother's Day Matinee!

It's Episode 358, and it's a get-right match for LAFC. Both number 9's, Nathan Ordaz and Jeremy Ebobisse, scored for LAFC while the defense stifles Houston, allowing 0 shots on target. Also on this episode, we welcome back Erik Duenas, Franco Escobar proves he's still one of our own, Olly takes a tour of Field Club, and Lafferty hates Star Wars! Enjoy Episode 358!

LAFC next takes the pitch at home, ready to welcome the Houston Dynamo! Yes, the same Dynamo who beat LAFC last month, 1-0, and now with a new winger, Ondrej Lingr, in the fold. Listen to our Score Predictions, Keys to the Match, and Players to Watch here!

It was supposed to be a bit easier than it was, but LAFC battled back from 2-1 down late to steal a point at home against St. Louis. It's Episode 357, and if not for Saint Denis, LAFC would be in a world of trouble. Twice down in the match, LAFC needed a dime from Ünder to get Denis his first, and then a bomb from Lloris to put Denis in position for his brace. The rest of the attack? If not for solid set pieces and corners by Denis, there wouldn't be much to talk about. The load is heavy, but, for now, Denis remains up to the task. Also on this episode, it's a late and brief return for Filly! Yay! Frankie Amaya makes his debut, LAFC celebrates the kids, and Ante Razov keeps in real in the presser. Enjoy 357!

St. Louis City SC heads to BMO looking to not only get their first win against the Black and Gold, but to score their first goal in what will be 5 tries! A special thanks to Matt and everyone at Flyover Footy, the STL City SC podcast of record, who provided us with some great additional content for this episode!

Scarf hops on for an impromptu chat about the massive news of the day: Head coach Steve Cherundolo will STEP DOWN after the 2025 season to head back to Germany.

LAFC heads up to the PNW to take on Phil Neville's Timbers. 

LAFC and Portland play to a 3-3 draw in a match that was just as frenetic and unpredictable as the entire week was for LAFC. Amid the backdrop of 'Dolo's announcement, LAFC responds on the road for a point.LAFC saw themselves down, 2-0, after just over 40'. Backs to the wall, LAFC stepped up for the first time in 2025, rallying to level the match twice to earn the point. Denis Bouanga was a man on fire, scoring the eventual leveler off a PK, having two called back for offside, and a couple of other great opportunities stifled by James Pantemis. Also on this episode, Olivier Giroud produces a BANGER of a goal to open his MLS account, Lafferty tags in and then back out, and Scarf is still not "slim fit." Enjoy 365, and Happy Easter and Passover everyone!

Here on Episode 355, two streaks come to an end as, hopefully, one starts. It's a solo Scarf endeavor here on Defenders of the Banc, as he breaks down LAFC's 2-1 victory over the Earthquakes. A scoreless but entertaining first half gave way to fireworks in the second, with LAFC getting on the board just past the hour mark. The rebound from Denis Bouanga's shot found the foot of Sergi Palencia, who teed one up perfectly from the top of the box to score his first goal in 2,888 days! That's even before Defenders of the Banc started! Yikes!About 20 minutes later, Denis Bouanga would end a streak of his own, getting his first MLS regular season goal since last October, giving LAFC a 2-0 lead, and it's a good thing he did! Cristian Espinoza went ahead and did Cristian Espinoza things for SJ, scoring in stoppage to give SJ life, but LAFC saw out the final minutes without issue for the 2-1 win.Also on this episode, we compliment Olivier Giroud's effort, several times, while hoping that all goes well with Maxime Chanot. It's a relatively quick one, and definitely a fun one here on Episode 355. Enjoy!