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Welcome back to another episode of the Third Sub Podcast! In this episode, Alex and Sam are back, as usual, this time to chat all things Vancouver Whitecaps ahead of the start of their 2024 MLS season. To begin, they take a look at the latest news out of Whitecaps land, as a few key 2023 pieces departed for new clubs in Richie Laryea, who joined Toronto FC, and Junior Hoilett, who joined Aberdeen. Meanwhile, closer to home, the 'Caps made one move ahead of the roster compliance deadline this weekend, signing veteran goalkeeper Joe Bendik as their third-string goalkeeper.  Rounding off the news section, they then take a look at the 2024 Canadian Championship draw, which occurred this week, where the Whitecaps learned their path towards a potential threepeat in that competition, with the potential for a first-ever Greater Vancouver derby potentially in the cards.  Finally, they take a look back at what they learned from the Whitecaps Concacaf Champions Cup tie with Tigres, in which the Whitecaps fell 4-1 across both legs, a score that probably flattered Tigres in the end.  From there, they dive into a jam-packed second half of the show, in which they previewed the Whitecaps 2024 season, looking at the team's outlook, rating their offseason and predict how they'll do in the three competitions they have remaining this year.  Can the 'Caps finish top 3 in the West? Can they win another Canadian Championship? Is this the year they get over the hump in the playoffs? What's the best and worst case scenario? They dive into all of those big questions, and much more, to help preview what should be one of the biggest 'Caps seasons since they've come into MLS.  Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_. 

Joshua and Nathan talk about the start of the MLS season despite the Whitecaps not playing this week, Joe Bendik signing, PRO referees being locked out, the MLS vs the US Soccer Federation for the US Open Cup, Chelsea's big draw against Man City, Tottenham lose to Wolves again and more!1:04- MLS is Back but the Whitecaps have a bye in week 110:25- Joe Bendik signs with Whitecaps12:50- PRO Referees rejects CBA deal, are locked out, MLS having replacement refs17:16- MLS still fighting US Soccer over entry into the US Open Cup23:38- Messi posts apology video over not playing in Hong Kong friendly25:50- DC United supporter groups will silently protest over preseason games in Saudi Arabia29:30- Thierry Henry reportedly interested in Canada Men's National Team coaching job34:30- Chelsea draw 1-1 against Man City. Carabao Cup Final next43:39- Tottenham lose to Wolves 2-151:10- FIFA and CAF agree to host 2025 AFCON in Morocco in the summer52:35- Napoli and Olympique Marseille fire their managers54:39- Emergency meeting to be held between Premier League and English Football League clubs over £900million deal56:26- Trying to predict MLS this season

This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Josh Shuster from PhiladelphiaSoccerNow.com to preview the upcoming Philadelphia Union and MLS season. How will the Union perform given the expectations of the past couple of seasons? Will the ongoing players make a huge difference as this team looks to develop some homegrown talent? Topics that Josh and Jeff dove into:Alejandro Bedoya's new 1-year contract and how he'll also be working in the front office as the Player Development and Front Office Specialist. Without Andres Perea, Richard Odada, Brandan Craig, and Joe Bendik, how much has this team truly lost from a bigger picture standpoint?The most improved MLS club during the offseason?Which MLS club lost the most in terms of talent and what it may mean for their season?All of this and much more this week on Table Talk!Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com.Follow us on Threads:Jeff: @mrjeffwarrenErik: @slen1023Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.

Joshua and Nathan talk about the Whitecaps latest transfer rumours, Divock Origi to MLS links, Chelsea's win over Fulham, Tottenham's draw with Man United, the crisis of Reading FC, players regretting their moves to Saudi Arabia and more!TIMESTAMPS:1:13- Whitecaps preseason dates announced3:36- Simon Becher to AC Horsens official5:29- Ryan Raposo to China?12:34- Joe Bendik on trial with Whitecaps17:59- Max Crepeau to Portland official20:42- Divock Origi to MLS?23:26- AT&T Stadium in Arlington Texas will host 2026 World Cup Final according to reports25:30- Cyle Larin scores 120th minute winner and makes some young fans' day27:32- Chelsea beat Fulham 1-0, Striker rumours43:10- Tottenham draws 2-2 with Man United, Dier joins Bayern Munich, loans56:10- Everton and Nottingham Forest charged with breaching FFP and will face point deductions. How does this affect Richie Laryea?1:03:14- The decay of Reading FC1:09:45- Jose Mourinho sacked by AS Roma1:13:37- Legal action over brain injury in football reaches High Court in UK1:16:27- Messi wins FIFA Best Player of the year...but does he deserve it?1:18:37- Jordan Henderson leaves El Ettifaq for Ajax after just six months. Karim Benzema and others to leave Saudi Pro League soon?

Come hang out with El Parcero Philly as we discuss Philly Sports We discuss: - Phils series loss to Miami. - Aidan Miller, 27th over pick for The Phils. - Sixers Match The Paul Reed offer. - Roster concerns for The Sixers. - Union loss to The Galaxy. - Holden Trent? or Back to Joe Bendik? - Anticipation for The Kelly Greens! - Flyers contract moves. Check it out! Make sure you guys check out our sponsor for the show, our friends over at La Touraine Watches! Check out their great selection of watches, make sure you use the promo code "ParceroPhilly" for 10% your purchase! https://la-touraine.com Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7ar...... Follow Me! Twitter: https://twitter.com/ParceroPhilly    ... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/el_parcero_...... Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@elparcerophil......

In the latest podcast Todd discusses the latest MLS transfers from around the league, including the Union loaning Brandan Craig to Austin FC. Todd also gives his thoughts on Saturday nights defeat to LA Galaxy, in a game that the Galaxy dominated from start to finish. Todd talks about the Union's lack of shots on target the last two games, and why the Union's offense is as much to blame as Joe Bendik's performance was.    MLS News: Jakob Glesnes added to the 2023 MLS All-Star Roster: [ MLS Transfers: [ Brandan Craig loaned to Austin FC: [ LA Galaxy v Philadelphia Union: Credit to LA Galaxy: [ Lack of Shots on Target: [ Needing Players That Can Make A Difference Of The Bench: [ Joe Bendik: [ Road Form: [ 3 Stars: [ Blunder of The Week: Apples production quality: [   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod thefreekick.net YouTube: The Free Kick

episode #170 w/ Chris Gibbons from PSP and All 3 Points podcast - Union horrendous loss in Montreal - back post defending and assignments - Olivier Mbaizo - double VAR circus - first rough Apple broadcast - Joe Bendik vs. Andre Blake - trying to avoid being emotional Eagles fans - Alianza/CCL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever seen anything like that? VAR overturns a VAR call in the CF Montreal v Philadelphia Union game! Todd breaks down all the action from that game and gives his thoughts on the production from the attacking third, Julian Carranza's red card, and why Joe Bendik wasn't to blame for the loss. Todd also talks about the latest MLS News, including Houston Dynamo signing FC Midtjylland captain Erik Sviatchenko, Minnesota United signing forward Jeong Sang-bin from Wolverhampton, and Damion Lowe and Andres Perea earn TOTW honors for their performance in CCL.                 Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod thefreekick.net

The MLS 2023 Schedule dropped yesterday for The Philadelphia Union and the rest of the MLS.  Kyle and Jillian sit down and digest the schedule and share their thoughts as well as discuss which away games they will attend in 2023. They also discuss possible postseason format change and what that could mean for the league and its overall growth. And finally, they wrap up the show discussing Joe Bendik resigning with the Union. Happy Holidays Everyone! Topics: 2023 MLS Schedule MLS Postseason format change Joe Bendik resigns with the Union You can interact with us: Twitter: @TOTWAG FB/IG: THEONETEAMWEAGREEON (all one word) #DOOP, #PhiladelphiaUnion, #MLS, #SOB

With The Philadelphia Union missing five starters due to International Duty/Suspensions, that meant The Union would be starting a lot of homegrown players against Cincinnati. Todd gives his thoughts on Saturday's game (10/9) and how he thought the homegrowns played. He also discusses how the three in the back formation should never be attempted by The Union again and the update on Sergio Santo's injury. And finally, Blunder of The Week is back, and it features Inter Miami feeling cheated!    Cincinnati v Philadelphia Union: Overall Thoughts: [1:40-17:13] Jim Curtin on the homegrowns: [17:14-25:04] Three in the back formation: [25:05-30:19] Matt Freese's huge game/should The Union re-sign Joe Bendik: [30:20-36:03] Matt Real swan song/Sergio Santos injury update: [36:04-42:34] Blunder of The Week: Inter Miami have been cheated: [42:35-52:55]   Social Media: Twitter: @FreeKickPod Instagram: @FreeKickPod Facebook: @FreeKickPod http://thefreekickpodcast.com/

Ancient tablets, low-key ceremonies and long-time fixtures + this day in history w/Altamira prison riot and our song of the day by Joe Bendik on your #MorningMonarchy for July 29, 2021.

Phil Wheddon is the only goalkeeper coach to have coached for both the US Men's and Women's National Teams, and now he has joined Philadelphia Union's first team as the goalkeeper coach. Last season, Wheddon took over as Philadelphia Union II's goalkeeping coach, helping to develop now — NCAA National Champion Tomas Romero and Matt Freese. The veteran coach of three FIFA World Cups also brings 11 years of experience as the women's soccer head coach at Syracuse and two Olympic Gold Medals to his new role. Wheddon now handles the Philadelphia Union goalkeepers and looks to take Andre Blake's game to the next level while helping Joe Bendik and Matt Freese develop into the kind of space-controlling backstops that Ernst Tanner and Jim Curtin value in the Union's aggressive system. Wheddon is always up to the task: He has previous worked with Tim Howard, Hope Solo, Kasey Keller, and Brianna Scurry, perhaps the four faces that would sit atop United States soccer's goalkeeping Mount Rushmore.

The weather is cooling quickly, and the soccer is starting to give off playoff vibes. The Union had a shot at the first silverware in club history … and fell short in Columbus. The Crew’s stars are back, and they’re feeling it. Meanwhile, pressure is on Philly (and Joe Bendik) to hold Toronto at bay on Decision Day presented by AT&T. Five teams are still battling for two remaining playoff spots in the East, it four teams for two spots in the West. The guys name who they want in for soccer/entertainment reasons, dissect the end of the Guillermo Barros Schelotto’s time in LA and discuss what Miguel Herrera would bring to club, ponder the Rapids’ chances at making a run and pump up the NYCFC midfield. Plus, Allstate Goalkeeper of the Year and Sigi Schmid Coach of the Year candidates and the 2020 Continental Awards categories! 4:31 – Philly fall short in Shield bid as Crew make a statement 17:49 – Who is the Allstate Goalkeeper of the Year? 20:02 – What’s going on with Concacaf Champions League? 21:51 – Who do you want to make the playoffs in the East? Fire and _____ 33:40 – Which teams deserve to be in the postseason out West? 38:06 – GBS era over in LA, so what’s next for the Galaxy? Miguel Herrera? 50:27 – Why nobody wants to play NYCFC in the playoffs 52:32 – 2020 Continental Awards categories revealed… 58:30 – Who has inside track on Sigi Schmid Coach of the Year? 1:11:06 – MAILBAG: Sporting KC takes and more

Vital StatsJosef Alexander Martinez MenciaBorn 5/19/93Native of VenezuelaObtained US Green Card in July 2018Club HistoryFirst club was Caracas FC onFirst professional appearance was 8/21/10 entering as a sub in the 70th minScored his first goal against Deportivo Petare on 11/21/10Young Boys - Swiss club based in Bern Switzerland.Sold to Young Boys on 1/3/12 for 4 yearsmade his debut on 2/5/12 against ServetteSolid performance lead to a call up to the Venezuela National TeamFirst start with Young Bots was 10/21/12Scored his first goal with the Swiss club in the 50th minute vs Grasshopper Club ZurichShort Loan to FC ThunAfter 1 season with Young Boys, they sent him on loan to ThunScored 8 goals in 18 games with ThunThis put him in running for top scorer in the Swiss Super LeagueHe was quickly recalled to the Young BoysTorino - Italian Serie A Club from Turin, Piedmont - nicknamed I Granata, Italian for MaroonTransfer fee was 3 million euroFirst appearance for the club was 7/31/14 in the third round of the Europa League (tournament)First goal for the club was on the second leg of the third round, second appearance with the clubScored a brace in Europa League vs CopenhagenLeague debut was 9/14/14 vs sampdoriaFirst goal in Serie A was 12/7/14 vs PalermoFirst brace in Serie A was 4/30/16The King comes to Atlanta2/2/17 loaned with option to buy to ATLUTDLeague debut was the first game in the regular season v Red Bulls lost 2-1Yamil Asad scored the first goal for the clubFirst Career hat trick / first hat trick in club history was the next weeksmashed minnesota united 6-1won player of the week (week 2)Week 1 - debut, week 2 - Hat Trick, Week 3 - ATL UTD exercises the option to buythat didn’t take long..undisclosed transfer fee at the time is now showing as $4.95mil per transfermarkt.usWeek 4 - MLS player of the month5 goals in first 3 games in the leagueInjuries in the first season3/23/17 playing with the Venezuelan nation team v peru injured his left quadricep (it was his right knee if you are thinking what I am thinking)First match back from this injury was U.S. Open Cup v Charleston Battery on June 14thmissed the match on 7/27 due to this foot contusionJumped back in ready to show his royalty in September with back to back hat tricks vs New england rev and TrashlandoPlayer of the month in September20 goals in 20 appearances in 2017Season 2 2018broke league record for Hat Tricks on 7/21/18 v DC United after only 44 gamesPlayer of the month for July scoring 9 goals with 1 assistJosef scored the only goal in the 2018 MLS All-Star game v Juventus (1-1 draw)MVP of that game (duh)8/24/18 broke the single season goal record of 27 - ended at 31goal scored v orlandoorlando was talking trash (pun intended) about preventing him from breaking the recordJosef had a cheeky chip past Joe Bendik and turned to speak to him as the ball hit the back of the netMLS Player of the month - augustwon the golden boot and an MLS Cup… but more awards and accolades laterSeason 3 - 2019broke single season goal scoring streak record running the record up to 15 games before he was stoppedscored the record breaker vs our wonderful friends from the wrong side of the tracks, don’t call me trashlandotied for second world wide in goal scoring with Tor Henning Hamre (21 goals in 15 games) behind Messi 33 goals in 21 gamesStreak ended with an injury…. a right knee injury from an awkward collision with Pity v San Jose Earthquakeshe was stretched offI think we all know what happened at the beginning of 2020When his right knee was injured in 2019, FDB said no ligament dmg and “nothing broken” per doug robersonBeer of the week: Steady HandLager - featuring 100% regionally sourced craft malts, our lager is crisp and dry in flavor with light flora hoppiness and a clean finish - cans are red white and blue and modeled after evil kinveal.StylePrimary StrikerVenezuelan Viperaccurate with both feet and his headvicious attack and drive to score a goalcan find his way into the right positionStatsTotal Appearances across all clubs and competitions 2011-2020 - 291Total goals across all clubs and competitions - 133scored in 45.7% of games playedATL UTD Appearances in league play- 84ATLUTD goals - 77scored in 91.6% of gamesATL UTD apps all comps - 103goals all comps - 9087.3% of games playedATL UTD Post season apps - 9post season goals 555.5% of gamesScored game winning PK in the Campeones Cupapps in CCL - 6goals in CCL - 5Notable Factoids and accoladesMLS Cup 2018US Open Cup 2019Campeones Cup 2019MLS Best XI 3 years in a row 2017-2019MLS MVP - 2018Golden Boot - 2018MLS All Star - 2018, 2019MLS All Star MVP - 2018MLS Player of the month (6), (2) in 2017, (2) 2018, (2) 2019MLS Cup MVP - 2018MLS Goal of the Year - 2019Memorable quotes“What we do in life echoes in eternity.” is tattooed on his neck“God is my guide and family is my strength” is tattooed on his forearms“Atlanta es familia”“We are the only team in this city that wins shit” - thank you felipe cardenas keep doing what you are doing!A core memory about his grandparents that would shape him fundamentally -“That’s the thing I remember most about growing up with him and my grandmother: They really cared about whatever they did. My parents had me and my sister at a young age, so my childhood was just different. My grandparents saw the darkness of the world — the crime and the struggle in Colombia — before they moved to Venezuela. So it made me see the world as a place where you had to work hard for everything you got. Everything. You had to care. Otherwise you’d be in trouble.”What does Atlanta mean to you? - “Atlanta is family. Atlanta means family.”

Orlando City did the improbable by going into Red Bull Arena and taking all three points from last year’s Supporters’ Shield winners. We’re breaking down the Lions’ 1-0 win over the Red Bulls and the solid game plan that allowed them to do so. Plus, our Man of the Match picks. We also discuss the Pride’s preseason loss at North Carolina and touch on the upcoming OCB opener on Saturday at Montverde Academy. Brian Rowe jumps on with us and talks about his arrival in Orlando, how he doesn’t really think about trying to replace a popular player like Joe Bendik, what song he sang in front of the whole team during the preseason trip to Bradenton, and much more. We apologize for a few minor audio glitches as the entire week was plagued with more technical gremlins than we’re used to, and we thank Brian for being a gracious guest and accommodating us.  After the interview, we answer listener mail, touch on the USMNT’s trip to Orlando (and also to Houston), and we give you our key match-ups and score predictions for Sunday’s match against D.C. United. We’re not yet buying in this season and we expect a difficult night against unbeaten D.C. If there’s something you want us to address on our next show, just ask by tweeting it to us @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC. Here’s how show No. 155 shook out: 0:16 - The Lions finally get their first 2019 win, the Pride get swatted by the Courage, and OCB is getting ready to host Tucson. 34:15 - Brian Rowe drops in and discusses a big night against the Red Bulls and the inspirational act of getting to know Mason Stajduhar (and much more). 49:23 - Our mailbag brings up stadium naming rights again and I’m here for it. Plus, the USMNT is still unbeaten under Gregg Berhalter and we get you ready for D.C. United. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atlanta United quickly rebounded from their midweek loss against Sporting Kansas City by defeating Orlando City 2-1 Sunday night in the Sunshine State(it was raining during the match, but whatever). It didn’t take very long for Atlanta to find the back of the net, as they took an early 1-0 lead after Greg Garza drew a penalty and was pulled down in the box by Cristian Higuita. Josef Martinez stepped up to take it and converted in the 10th minute after his feint run-up caught Joe Bendik guessing the wrong way. The goal was Martinez’s eighth of the season. Things got even better for the Five Stripes, as Greg Garza’s cross into the box found Ezequiel Barco, whose shot kissed the bottom of the crossbar and found the back of the net in the 31st minute. Alec Kann, who was returning from a knee injury and had yet to play for Atlanta this season, stepped up big in the absence of suspended Brad Guzan with his only save of the first half coming in the 44th minute. The good guys went into the break with a 2-0 lead. Kann was called upon once again early in the second half, as Justin Meram’s left-footed attempt from the near post in the 52nd minute led to the Decatur native’s second important save of the match. However, a bit of misfortune led to Orlando City’s first goal of the night, as Kann saved Will Johnson’s initial shot in the 57th minute, but a combination of his inability to punch the ball out of the box and Miles Robinson’s missed attempt to clear it led to an easy finish for Meram. Tito Villalba nearly restored the two-goal lead in the 77th minute, but Bendik saved his shot on the 1-on-1 opportunity. At the end of the day, the two goals were all Atlanta needed to win a massive Eastern Conference matchup. Overall, it was impressive to see the team continue to find ways to get three points on the road, as AU’s winning streak away from home now extends to four. Atlanta’s next challenge comes Sunday, May 20 against the New York Red Bulls at 7 p.m. in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Atlanta United quickly rebounded from their midweek loss against Sporting Kansas City by defeating Orlando City 2-1 Sunday night in the Sunshine State(it was raining during the match, but whatever). It didn’t take very long for Atlanta to find the back of the net, as they took an early 1-0 lead after Greg Garza drew a penalty and was pulled down in the box by Cristian Higuita. Josef Martinez stepped up to take it and converted in the 10th minute after his feint run-up caught Joe Bendik guessing the wrong way. The goal was Martinez’s eighth of the season. Things got even better for the Five Stripes, as Greg Garza’s cross into the box found Ezequiel Barco, whose shot kissed the bottom of the crossbar and found the back of the net in the 31st minute. Alec Kann, who was returning from a knee injury and had yet to play for Atlanta this season, stepped up big in the absence of suspended Brad Guzan with his only save of the first half coming in the 44th minute. The good guys went into the break with a 2-0 lead. Kann was called upon once again early in the second half, as Justin Meram’s left-footed attempt from the near post in the 52nd minute led to the Decatur native’s second important save of the match. However, a bit of misfortune led to Orlando City’s first goal of the night, as Kann saved Will Johnson’s initial shot in the 57th minute, but a combination of his inability to punch the ball out of the box and Miles Robinson’s missed attempt to clear it led to an easy finish for Meram. Tito Villalba nearly restored the two-goal lead in the 77th minute, but Bendik saved his shot on the 1-on-1 opportunity. At the end of the day, the two goals were all Atlanta needed to win a massive Eastern Conference matchup. Overall, it was impressive to see the team continue to find ways to get three points on the road, as AU’s winning streak away from home now extends to four. Atlanta’s next challenge comes Sunday, May 20 against the New York Red Bulls at 7 p.m. in Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re back to talk about Orlando City’s third straight victory and no, that isn’t a typo. The Lions went into Philadelphia and brought back three points to the City Beautiful but they did not — I repeat, did not — bring me any cheesesteaks. That’s OK, I’d rather have the points. Dom Dwyer and Chris Mueller did the damage on the scoreboard and Joe Bendik stood tall in goal to keep the clean sheet. Speaking of Bendik, he’s our guest this week. We chatted Joe up about playing with so many new defenders, his leadership role with the team, the chemistry and energy of the 2018 Lions, his favorite save, and a lot more. We also discuss the Pride’s loss at Portland and the huge loss Thorns owner Merritt Paulson took on social media this week. Plus, our listener questions in our Ask The Mane Land PawedCast mailbag, and and our key match-ups and score predictions for Orlando City’s match Saturday night against the San Jose Earthquakes. If there’s something you want us to address on our next show, just tweet it to us @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC. Here’s the breakdown for show No. 121: 0:12- Three consecutive wins? Who are these Lions? We’re breaking down the game and giving you our Man of the Match picks, plus the Pride, the Leroux-Paulson squabble, and more. 39:53- Joe Bendik chillaxed with us for a bit and gave us the unique perspective of Orlando City and the game of soccer that only a goalkeeper can. 58:38- The #AskTMLPC mailbag and our laughable predictions for the Lions vs. the Quakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Orlando City has used one goalkeeper the last two seasons in MLS play but Joe Bendik isn’t the team’s only backstopper. We’ve got Josh Saunders with us, as the Lions’ veteran backup stopped by to talk to us about a whole host of interesting topics, but my favorite was his description of what it’s like as a goalkeeper to play at Yankee Stadium. Big thanks to Josh, who was an interesting interview. We also have Orlando City-Atlanta United to break down and we’ll all be sad to see the end of Bobby Dodd Stadium’s time in MLS. It has such a storied history in our league! All kidding aside, it was a hard-fought 1-1 draw and we’re breaking it down and giving you our Man of the Match picks. We’re also talking OCB at Charleston, the Tournament of Nations and all the Orlando Pride players’ contributions, the All-Star Game, and more. Plus, #AskTMLPC, our key match-ups and score predictions for Orlando at Montreal Impact, and more. Here’s how the show unfolded: 0:12- We’re really sick of Hector Villalba, but we break down the game at Bobby Dodd Stadium anyway, plus our Man of the Match, OCB at Charleston, the USWNT, and more. 38:08- Josh Saunders joins us and tells us about playing for Jason Kreis and with Kaká, what Yankee Stadium is like from the on-field view, what he’s learned from being at Orlando City and several other topics. 53:12- #AskTMLPC and our key match-ups and predictions for Orlando’s trip to the Great White North to face the Impact, plus a look at what’s coming up. Got a question? Just tweet it to us @TheManeLand with the hashtag #AskTMLPC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you watching the games or just looking at the stats? David's catchphrase is taking off! The guys are definitely talking about (and watching) the games, starting with Friday night lights in Toronto where the best player in the league – Alberth Elis, duh ;) – is hoping to put on a show against the upstart Dynamo. Yes, that'd be Sebastian Giovinco, who Atlanta United captain Michael Parkhurst gives the nod as MLS's best. Who else does Parkhurst hating matching up against? What's life like with an expansion team firing on all cylinders on and off the field? Just how cushy is that new training complex? You won't want to miss this all-encompassing interview from ATL. There are plenty more juicy MLS storylines to talk about, too. The guys start with Dax McCarty's return to Red Bull Arena, celebrate Mauro Diaz's cameo on the training field and Portland's proposed stadium expansion, wonder what's up in Columbus as Gregg Berhalter and Kekuta Manneh go back and forth in the media and finally call the LA Times Kevin Baxter to diagnose what ails the Galaxy. As always, the Hot-Take Hotline is chock full of gems, starting with a jingle from none other than Alexi Lalas. There are more jingles where that came from, a Joe Bendik-to-USMNT flame job, LA Galaxy gritching and some insight into Dax's return from Bill Carroll in Section 132. Want to be a part of the show? Call the Hot-Take Hotline at 401-206-0MLS to leave a voicemail (keep it short and sweet and avoid colorful language) that could appear on ExtraTime Radio!

We’re totally getting used to all this winning. Orlando City made it three in a row and five of the first six by going up to Yankee Stadium and beating David Villa and company, 2-1. We are here to dissect that game and give you our Man of the Match picks. We also discussed the Pride’s 1-1 draw vs. Washington Spirit (#MartaWatch), and OCB’s 2-0 win at Bethlehem Steel FC. But the big reason you’re here this week is our exclusive interview with Giles Barnes. The Jamaican international has been a dogged defender and a welcome addition to the attack since joining Orlando City from Vancouver Whitecaps just prior to the season. Giles talks about how the Lions have gone from being a team to a family and how hungry all the guys are this year. And we’d be remiss if we didn’t try to play soothsayer and give you our picks for the key match-ups and final score of OCSC’s upcoming match-up against the Colorado Rapids. The magic happened as such: 0:12- Cyle Larin continues to clobber New York teams, Joe Bendik dazzles with his late stop, OCSC player salaries, Marta debuts, Earl Edwards Jr. might be a mutant (in a good way), and much more. 25:16- Giles Barnes climbs aboard our little starship and we’re headed for the skies as we discuss Orlando City Stadium, staying hungry, playing for Jason Kreis and his teammates, getting Kaká back soon, and what to expect against the Rapids. 38:51- Our key match-ups and score predictions for the visiting Tim Howard-less Rapids of Colorado. Stop by next week as we recap the Colorado match and look ahead to the road trip to Houston. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We don’t have a game to break down this week because of Mother Nature, but to make up for it, we’re bringing you an extra guest! Former Orlando City goalkeeper Miguel Gallardo — now the club’s sideline analyst and community ambassador — joins us to discuss his new roles with the club, his time with the Lions, and his time in Jacksonville. And we also welcome Eugene Rupinski from The Brotherly Game to give us the Philadelphia perspective on the Lions vs. the Union this Saturday. We may not have a game to recap, but we sure do have a lot of news. Orlando City goalkeeper Joe Bendik extended his contract through 2020, Seb Hines underwent knee surgery, the Orlando Pride opened preseason camp and might sign Brazilian superstar Marta, OCB got a new Brazilian defender from the club’s partnership with Atletico Paranaense, and we discuss the expansion battle between the United clubs from Minnesota and Atlanta. After Miguel talks to us about his gig and what it was like to face his old Orlando City teammates, Eugene jumped on and told us a bit about this year’s edition of the Union and what we can expect for Saturday. Spoiler: the Union are still a pretty good soccer team. And of course, we can’t possibly sign off without our key match-ups and final predictions, which you absolutely shouldn’t use as a basis for any wagering. Here’s the show this week: 0:13- Orlando City gets a snow day, Bendik gets a new deal, Hines gets his knee repaired, Pride get started, OCB gets a defender, and Minnesota gets a new MLS record it probably didn’t want. 37:46- Miguel Gallardo checks in with us and tells us what he’ll be doing this season for the club. He also talks about what we might see this weekend. 53:19- Eugene Rupinski gives us the 411 on the Union so far this season. 1:06:12- Key match-ups and predictions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Orlando City opened the season in style, defeating fellow 2015 MLS expansion club New York City FC in the cozy confines of the club’s gorgeous new Purple Palace. We’re here to talk about the game in great detail, from the job Joe Bendik did in goal, to the new-look back line — with a midfielder at right back, no less — to newcomer Giles Barnes’ perfectly placed back-post cross, to Cyle Larin’s beautiful header, to Kaká’s injury, and more. But before all that, we gush at length about the stadium itself and I give a full report of my view and experience in the safe standing section where The Wall lives, breathes, and pulsates throughout the game. We also discussed the captain’s hamstring ouchie and how the club will fare without No. 10 for at least the next six weeks. And hey, the Orlando Pride start their preseason in just a few days. We’re pleased to bring you our interview with Pride forward Sarah Hagen, who enters her second season with the club. Sarah was gracious with her time, talking about everything from the new stadium, the Kids vs. Pros exhibition, NWSL players leaving to play in Europe, the upcoming Pride season, and more. And we look ahead to the New England Revolution this Saturday, with our key match-ups and final score predictions, which are identical and probably quite wrong. Here’s the show rundown: 0:11- That. Stadium. We’ve got nothing but good things to say about Orlando City Stadium, plus a glorious opening day and why I never thought New York City would score. 41:26- Sarah Hagen stops by and talks about her off-season, the upcoming Pride campaign, having teammate Alex Morgan start the season in France, and several other topics. 55:18- Our key match-ups and score predictions for Saturday’s battle in the cold against the New England Revolution at Gillette Stadium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Without the pressure of a playoff race, Jason Kreis was able to freely take a look at his young fullbacks and change the formation of the team. It worked. Orlando City went into Philadelphia and came away with a 2-0 victory over the Union, collecting just the club's third road victory of the year. Carlos Rivas and Julio Baptista provided the offense and Joe Bendik and his back line took care of the clean sheet. We break that down for you in the absence of our usual host (sick this week), with Austin and Andrew taking control of the cast this week. The Lions will close out the season this Sunday at Camping World Stadium against D.C. United, and we looked ahead to that 2016 finale on the broadcast as well. In addition, Orlando City will host an alumni game with some ex-USL Lions as well as some players from former pro soccer teams from Orlando suiting up against ex-Rowdies. Here's how it happened: 0:00- Recapping the win at Philly, a detailed discussion of Carlos Rivas and Orlando's Designated Player slots. 17:30- Rafael Ramos and Mikey Ambrose played fullback on Sunday. We take a look at the two young fullbacks.  23:00- Throwback Day and the Orlando City Alumni Game. 31:00- A look ahead to D.C. United in the season finale. They're a dangerous team and we discuss why. Also, our score predictions! We'll be back next week to wrap up the season-ending match against D.C. and look ahead to the long, dark off-season.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With nearly ten added minutes to the end of the match, referee Ismail Elfath chose to decide the result right at the end on a dubious foul by Drew Moor on Julio Baptista. Earlier in the half, Jordan Hamilton had similar contact by Joe Bendik for a non-call and TFC supporters are right to feel aggrieved. It is another poor and inconsistent display by PRO referees to decide all three points. Aside from the controversy, there were several storylines, such as: Clint Irwin v. Joe Bendik, Cyle Larin v. Jordan Hamilton, as well as a solid performance from Jonathan Osorio.

Well, we took a week off during Copa America but the Mane Land PawedCast is back with a vengeance. We've got a show clocking in at a smidge over an hour long where we talked about Copa, Euro 2016, the resurgence of Orlando City B, the road woes of the Orlando Pride and a whole lot more. We were also fortunate enough to talk to Orlando City midfielder Servando Carrasco. Servando tells us why he loves playing defensive midfield, even if it isn't the most glamorous position on the soccer field, as well as who some of his heroes were that influenced his fondness for the position. He also weighs in on the Copa break, this week's win over Jacksonville Armada FC in the U.S. Open Cup, and Saturday's opponents, the San Jose Earthquakes. And no PawedCast would be complete without our key match-ups and laughably wrong predictions for the game. All of this entertainment and information comes your way for the low, low cost of absolutely nothing. Enjoy! Here's how the sausage was made: 0:13- Michael and Andrew talk about international soccer, why the U.S. Open Cup isn't more popular, the job Anthony Pulis is doing with OCB and the Pride struggling to score on the road.  53:08- Servando Carrasco jumps on and he's well worth the wait. The Orlando City midfielder talks about doing trick shots with Brek Shea and Joe Bendik, how much nicer it is to live in the same city as your wife, what's great about defensive midfield and a lot more. 1:08:28- Breaking down the Earthquakes and prediction time! That's all for this week. We'll be back to wrap up San Jose and look ahead to Toronto FC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It has been scientifically proven that losing is much worse than winning or even tying. Yet, here we are with Orlando City on a 0-3-3 skid in the last six matches and we may have (hopefully) seen the nadir with Sunday's abysmal performance at Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City. Despite a 2-1 score line, the Lions were completely pummeled by Sporting Kansas City, yielding 34 shots and failing to record even one shot on goal. But, we're here to talk you down from the ledge and to try to make sense of what we saw on Sunday. Mostly we saw a lot of Joe Bendik making saves. There were defensive problems, a lack of any attacking bite, and almost no link between the levels in the formation. We remain hopeful that the end of this skid is in sight. On the other hand, the Pride is now a perfect 3-0 at home, outscoring opponents 6-1 after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Western New York Flash at Camping World Stadium on Saturday. We'll review that game and Pride midfielder/forward Jasmyne Spencer stops by to talk about the fans, the winning, the road losses, and much more. Big thanks to Spencer, who has been one of the real bright spots for the Pride this season. We also answer listener questions in our Ask The Mane Land segment, and give you our key match-ups and score predictions for Orlando City vs. Montreal Impact. Here's the running order: 0:13- Let's talk about an ugly, ugly game and then never speak of it again. Let's also talk about the Pride and Alex Morgan's wondergoal. 29:40- Jasmyne Spencer stops by to tell us all about Pride supporters, winning at home against her former club and the looming four-game road swing. 45:04- Ask TML wants to know about Nocerino, plus our key match-ups and predictions for Saturday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a week off due to my inconvenient gallbladder removal surgery, we are back -- and in a big way. Episode 41 of the PawedCast celebrates the opening of Orlando Pride's preseason training camp with an exclusive interview with midfielder and England international Lianne Sanderson.  Lianne was kind enough to take time out of her busy preseason to discuss the early days of the club's inaugural NWSL camp, her role with the team, how important the quality of life is in determining where she plays soccer, and much more. The Pride is in good hands with leaders like her.  But, since we missed last week, there's plenty for us to talk about. We break down the good, bad, and ugly about both the Real Salt Lake and Chicago Fire games for Orlando City, and we give you our Man of the Match for both. In a weird cosmic coincidence, we were unanimous in our choice for both matches. Plus, we discuss the early season performances of Antonio Nocerino, Kevin Molino, the Orlando City back line and more. And of course, we cannot leave without giving you the key match-ups and score predictions for Friday's trip to Yankee Stadium to take on New York City FC. Here's how the show went down: 0:12- Two games, two draws, two Cyle Larin goals. What went right and wrong and how much blame should be heaped on Seb Hines or Joe Bendik? Plus, David Accam is really, really fast. 33:13- Lianne Sanderson joins us and we get to know one of Orlando Pride's veteran players.  49:25- Our key match-ups for Friday night's game between OCSC and NYCFC, including our laughably wrong score predictions. That's it for another week. We'll be back to break down the New York City match and look ahead to Portland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this weeks #COYR Podcast Devang & Gareth discuss TFC vs. Orlando City and chat with Joe Bendik.

TFC almost played the spoiler, but a Chicago Fire loss saw Montreal squeak into the playoffs despite Toronto defeating them 1-0 on Saturday afternoon. It was a rare organized and efficient performance from the Reds as they thoroughly dominated Montreal more most of the ninety minutes. Even when Montreal were able to create solid chances, Joe Bendik was there to shut the door. The season is done and it's all looking back on the year and putting it all into perspective heading towards 2014.

The Reds put in what has come to be expected as they drew 1-1 with the Chicago Fire and while Joe Bendik and the defence looked good, the attack lacked vision and quality finishing. It will go down as another forgettable result in 2013 as Toronto simply don't have the players, but also have not instilled any kind of creative approach that can unlock opposition. With the season winding down, and little to get excited about on the pitch, it's going through the motions to get a step closer to 2014.

Toronto FC once again miss out on glory as a Federico Higuain brace sinks the Reds who've only lifted the trophy once in seven years. It was a disappointing performance considering the displays of the last month and few players stood out, most notably Joe Bendik who was called on time and time again to keep the score respectable. The arrival of Maximiliano Urruti did not open a floodgate of goals as TFC's offensive approach is still conservative and timid at best. It will take much more than a few South American signings to get Toronto's attack looking anything dangerous through the rest of the season.

Toronto FC, once again, cannot fend off a late surge from opposition as an extra time goal levels the score and the Reds leave Philadelphia with just one point in a 1-1 draw. There is no avoiding a discussion on the referee, however, his performance clouds TFC's performance, that on this day truthfully was not very good. Aside from a few players, most notably Joe Bendik, Toronto still struggle to effectively attack and in hindsight a point is a good result for the team moving forward.