Podcast appearances and mentions of Greg Vanney

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Riqui Puig is getting closer to his LA Galaxy return — and he's looking at soccer differently after two devastating knee injuries. Corner of the Galaxy goes live from Dignity Health Sports Park with Puig making a rare public appearance to discuss his ACL recovery, the difficulty of enduring two surgeries and his excitement at finally getting back onto the training field. Puig explains why his knee now feels stronger and more stable, how the experience changed his appreciation for being a professional soccer player, and why simply touching a ball again means so much. Puig also looks ahead to an intriguing LA Galaxy midfield featuring Sergi Roberto and delivers a strong endorsement of head coach Greg Vanney. Puig believes the Galaxy's recent signings have made the team competitive again and asks supporters to "trust the process," pointing to the club's journey from missing the playoffs in 2023 to winning MLS Cup in 2024. He also makes clear how important Vanney has been to his Galaxy career, explaining that the coach was a major reason he chose Los Angeles and that he continues to believe Vanney can lead the club back to championship contention. Then LA Galaxy General Manager Will Kuntz joins the show to explain a summer transfer window that became far busier than initially expected. Kuntz discusses how departures created additional needs, why the Galaxy added more veteran experience and how the front office is constructing the roster with both the present and the next 18 months in mind. With the MLS calendar transition, an upcoming sprint season and a new CBA on the horizon, maintaining roster flexibility remains important — but so does making a run right now. The Galaxy enter the closing stretch with nine games remaining and almost no room for wasted opportunities in a crowded Western Conference playoff race. Finally, Galaxy President and COO Tom Braun joins Josh Guesman, Kevin Baxter and Sophie Nicolaou for a broader conversation about the club and its supporters, including the fan experience and the Galaxy's efforts to strengthen its connection with the community. It's a wide-ranging live edition of Corner of the Galaxy that goes beyond the usual match analysis: Puig provides a revealing update on his road back to the field, Kuntz explains the thinking behind LA's rebuilt roster, and Braun discusses the club's relationship with its fans — all while the Galaxy face a defining final stretch of the 2026 MLS season.

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COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy could finally be getting the reinforcements they've been waiting for. With new signing Kyogo Furuhashi officially in Los Angeles and expected to make his Galaxy debut against FC Dallas, optimism is beginning to build. After weeks of injuries and roster shortages, Greg Vanney believes help is finally on the way, making Saturday's match an important step toward turning the season around. On this episode of Corner of the Galaxy, Josh Guesman and Sophie Nicolaou discuss what Kyogo could bring to the attack, why the upcoming Leagues Cup break may arrive at the perfect time, and what Greg Vanney's comments reveal about additional transfer activity before the September 2 deadline. The show also takes a deep dive into the biggest MLS news off the field. Reports suggest the league is preparing sweeping roster rule changes that could dramatically simplify the salary cap, reshape Designated Player spending, and give clubs more flexibility to build competitive rosters. Josh and Sophie break down what those proposals could mean for the LA Galaxy, the future of MLS, and why the next commissioner may play a pivotal role in the league's evolution. Can Kyogo provide an immediate spark, and are MLS's biggest rule changes in two decades about to reshape the league?

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Are the Galaxy Good, Bad or Mid?

History made at Lumen Field! For the first time since 2016, the LA Galaxy have taken all three points home from Seattle, stunning the Sounders with a tactical 2-0 masterclass. Is this low-possession blueprint officially "the way" forward for Greg Vanney's squad?

A night to forget in Kansas City. The LA Galaxy fell 1-3 to Sporting KC, a team that hadn't won in eight matches. From "staying in the hotel room" to a lack of tactical flexibility, we break down why this performance was truly unacceptable for a playoff-contending team.

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- Surely a draw against one of the best teams in Major League Soccer is reason for celebration? Not by fans, and not by this team, when three points seemed theirs for the taking. Are the LA Galaxy getting better? On today's show, host Josh Guesman walks you through the 1-1 draw with the Vancouver Whitecaps and talks about the players that stood out and why Greg Vanney might want to learn some lessons with going five in the back. Was it the right call? And would Lucas Sanabria have converted the chance at the end of the game that Elijah Wynder missed? Let's talk about your Galaxy! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 18, just a few shows past number 1,280! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2026! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

A night for the history books! On the same evening Cobi Jones was immortalized with a statue at Legends Plaza, Marco Reus provided the "Marco Magic" with a stunning two-goal performance to lead the LA Galaxy to a 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake.

A frustrating night in Ohio. The LA Galaxy left it "Too Little, Too Late" against the Columbus Crew, falling 2-1 and looking completely outplayed for the majority of the match. And To make matters worse, the injury crisis has hit a breaking point.

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- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy are out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup after a complete dominance from LigaMx's Toluca. The 7-2 final aggregate score doesn't flatter the Galaxy one bit, but is this once again a callout of Greg Vanney's coaching? The players not playing? The Galaxy being uncompetitive? On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Eric Vieira discuss the Galaxy's loss to Toluca on Wednesday night. What didn't the guys like about the setup? What subs made more sense, and what does the injury to Eric Thommy mean to LA? Did getting Joseph Paintsil back make the rest of April a better proposition? Join us for over 90 minutes of Galaxy-talk. -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 18, just a few shows past number 1,280! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2026! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- It was a tremendous effort that got the LA Galaxy their first road win since 2024 in Austin over the weekend. The 2-1 victory was a hard-fought result for a team that hasn't come by them very easily. On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter discuss the win in Austin and what it could say about the Galaxy's future. Does it throw cold water on the Greg Vanney hot seat? What could save or end his time with the Galaxy? And will the team that won in Austin be able to find a similar path against Dallas next week? Plus, a big game against Toluca. Will they attack? Will they sit back? And can the Galaxy overcome a two-goal deficit against one of the best in Concacaf? -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 18, just a few shows past number 1,280! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2026! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

It's finally over! The LA Galaxy have secured their first road win in nearly 18 months, taking down Austin FC 2-1 at Q2 Stadium. This wasn't just a win; it was a tactical masterclass that broke the road curse and saved the season from a freefall.

Did the Galaxy do enough in Toluca? Is a 2-0 win in the second leg at the DHSP a real possibility or just "the hope that kills you"? The LA Galaxy return from Mexico with two massive away goals but a 4-2 mountain to climb after Paulinho's hat trick. Now, they must pivot to a brutal road test in Austin before the rematch.TODAY'S AGENDA:

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Another nightmare at the Digs. The LA Galaxy fell 1-2 to a James-less Minnesota United side, extending their winless streak to four matches and leaving fans chanting "Wake the F* Up!" . Is the season slipping away before the April gauntlet even truly begins?

The LA Galaxy prepare to host James Rodriguez and Minnesota United in a high-stakes clash that could define the G's momentum heading into a brutal April. But a late-breaking injury doubt puts a serious doubt on the global superstar's participation, while the Galaxy will also be without one of their stars in this game, an early "6-pointer" in the G's MLS campaign.

The international break is here, and it's time to look in the mirror. Are the LA Galaxy actually improved from 2025, or are we just "less bad"? With a massive 7-game gauntlet looming in April, the next 30 days could define Greg Vanney's future and the trajectory of the 2026 season.

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Humiliation at altitude. What looked like a gritty road performance turned into a nightmare in Commerce City. After Joao Klauss found the equalizer, a moment of madness from Gabriel Pec left the Galaxy with 10 men, leading to a 4-1 collapse and extending the road losing streak to a staggering 18 matches.TODAY'S AGENDA:

Can the G's keep the momentum going at altitude? After a dominant 3-0 home win, the LA Galaxy face their first road test of the 2026 season as they travel to Commerce City to take on a revitalized Colorado Rapids.

Our INSTANT REACTION  and a live look-in from the POST-MATCH PRESSER with LA Galaxy head coach Greg Vanney at full time to react to LA Galaxy at Sporting San Miguelito in the 1st round of the CONCACAF Champions Cup.

The kids are more than alright! After a defensive stumble against Chicago, the LA Galaxy bounced back at the Coachella Valley Invitational with a professional 3-0 shutout against St. Louis City SC. Greg Vanney made wholesale changes to the lineup, and the Galaxy youth responded by completely controlling the match from start to finish.TODAY'S AGENDA:

The Galaxy midfield is changing and not always by choice. In this episode, Michelle and Christian break down how LA Galaxy are adapting without Riqui Puig, why Joseph Paintsil and Gabriel Pec have stepped up, and what the shift toward vertical play really means. We also critique Greg Vanney's familiar slow starts, highlight improved goalkeeping, and preview the upcoming open trainings in Coachella Valley. A must-listen for Galaxy fans looking beyond the scoreboard.

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It's OFFICIAL: Justin Haak is an LA Galaxy Player!

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy will play against Club America this weekend, officially concluding their 2025 season... again. On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter take you through more thoughts from Greg Vanney and talk about how the roster is definitely going to change. But how much will this change? And can the Galaxy create some space by moving some of the bigger contracts and replacing them with youth that will be more roster-friendly? Let's talk about all the stuff happening around the Galaxy. After all, the season is about to end again. Let's talk! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,250! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy finised out the 2025 season on a high note on Saturday. They got a 2-1 win over Minneosta United, but what we really found was that the Galaxy have a lot of questions left for the offseason and beyond. What are your big issues facing the Galaxy's offseason? Hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter discuss the big questions facing the Galaxy in the offseason and look back on a really disastrous season and what that will mean for Greg Vanney, Will Kuntz and the entire organization. Let's talk now that it's all over! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,250! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

The LA Galaxy put on a show at Dignity Health Sports Park with a 4–1 win over Sporting Kansas City, headlined by Joseph Paintsil's first MLS hat trick — all in the first half. We break down the goals, the history Paintsil made, and how assistant coach Dan Calichman guided the team with Greg Vanney suspended. With the Campeones Cup against Toluca up next, we look at how this win fuels momentum, why the final stretch of 2025 still matters, and how these matches are laying the foundation for the Galaxy's 2026 campaign.

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- In the midst of trying to climb their way out of the cellar, the Galaxy must get ready for a game that really just gets in the way of their Campeones Cup chances. What focus will the team have as Sporting KC and Dejan Joveljic come to Dignity Health Sports Park? Hosts Josh Guesman and Eric Vieira have a content-packed show, discussing Galaxy Mania, the suspension of Greg Vanney, and the return of Joveljic. Plus, the Galaxy are making some front office moves - departures and new hires on the way. And a little talk of the Galaxy making a special kid's day. We've got a lot to talk about and you're not going to want to miss any of it. Let's go! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,200! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

It took a few attempts, but FC Cincinnati finally punched their ticket to the playoffs for the fourth time under Pat Noonan. There are still some obstacles along the way to the MLS Cup, including the team that won the entire hill of beans last season. The public was sufficiently amazed when the Los Angeles Galaxy tiptoed around the competition and beat the Red Bulls for their sixth cup. However, their rough stumble out of the blocks this season was perhaps even more shocking. Still, is it wise to dismiss this year's Galaxy squad as being inefficient and toothless? We sit down with Edgar from News Across the Galaxy to ask what has gone wrong this season, but also what could go very right under the right conditions. Could the Galaxy be the first Western Conference squad to beat the Orange & Blue this season? Just how can Greg Vanney get his team to pull off a big win on the West Coast? Tune in and trade threads with us! #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer Become a Patron! Subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk Don't forget you can now download and subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk on iTunes today! The podcast can also be found on Stitcher Smart Radio now. We're also available in the Google Play Store and NOW ON SPOTIFY! As always we'd love your feedback about our podcast! You can email the show at feedback@cincinnatisoccertalk.com. We'd love for you to join us on our Facebook page as well! Like us at Facebook.com/CincinnatiSoccerTalk.

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy will have to make a decision on Riqui Puig. And that all comes down to Friday's Roster Freeze Deadline. What will they decide and why might they choose to make a move to add Puig to the lineup? Hosts Josh Guesman and Eric Vieira discuss the Galaxy's upcoming match with the Seattle Sounders and how Seattle could officially end the Galaxy's season across three different scenarios. But among the big discussions will be why get Puig back on the field and what Greg Vanney will have to work with in 2026. Join us for a ranging discussion about your LA Galaxy. -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,200! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/  - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG ANTHEM MUSIC BY RAY PLAZA: https://linktr.ee/munditoplaza - COG ANTHEM MUSIC DOWNLOAD: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3asiasldwKyoCRm1Vzx2h7?si=_LmXI9otT9y9j0ChMGMt2w COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy got their biggest win of the season on Wednesday night when they took down a physical Pachuca in the quarterfinals of Leagues Cup. The chippy affair saw the Galaxy score twice, with both coming through the foot of Marco Reus. Have we seen a Galaxy side this physical? And why did Greg Vanney challenge the side to foul more? Hosts Josh Guesman and Eric Vieira walk you through the valiant effort and the players that really stood out. Plus, they'll talk Leagues Cup Semifinals, Concacaf Champions Cup spots, and Transfer news that has already earned the Galaxy some cash. Let's get you ready for the Colorado Rapids and so much more! -- Corner of the Galaxy is kicking off Season 17, just a few shows past number 1,200! And we can't wait to show you everything we've got in store for 2025! This is a reminder that we go live twice a week — on Mondays and Thursdays at 8 PM on YouTube — and that you can find us conveniently on your preferred podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, Google Play, etc.). We're making it easy for you to stay connected! So tell a friend that you've been listening to the longest-running team-specific podcast in Major League Soccer and that 2025 is a great time to start listening!

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.

Cristina Alexander, Herculez Gomez, and Shaka Hislop break down Christian Pulisic, Santi Gimenez, and AC Milan failing to win the Coppa Italia. Plus, a look-ahead to El Tráfico as the LA Galaxy look to turn around their season against city rivals, LAFC, and reaction to Bruce Arena saving Messi from getting sent off and where Jonathan David could sign in the summer. Then, producer/director Jennifer Karson Strauss joins to discuss ESPN's E60 documentary on Katie Meyer's journey and impact on mental health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from Los Angeles, Rog sits down with members of America's winningest football club, the defending MLS Cup champions LA Galaxy, to study how they turned the organization around after a disaster of a 2023 season to go on and win a title the very next year. Featuring conversations with Marco Reus, Diego Fagúndez, John Nelson, manager Greg Vanney, COO Tom Braun and GM Will Kuntz. Presented by APPLE TV and MLS Season Pass. Watch every match, no blackouts, with MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. Now available for Android users in the Google Play Store. MORE INFO HERE See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.