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Send us a textOne More Sleep AND a regular episode, all rolled into one! Filly and Scarf breakdown the matchup between LAFC and Vancouver in Canada and then go another half-hour plus talking about all the news that happened over Don Garber's vacation break: The 2026 schedule, international duty, MLS Commissioner talk, the Luca Bombino trade, and more!

Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz set the stage for Saturday's massive Western Conference Semifinal between LAFC and the Vancouver Whitecaps. The guys break down the star-studded duel everyone is buzzing about: Son Heung-Min vs. Thomas Müller under the lights at BC Place. Mario Ruiz sits down exclusively with LAFC midfielder and two-time MLS Cup champion Mark Delgado to talk postseason mentality and experience. Plus, the guys react to major league-wide headlines, including the release of the 2026 MLS schedule.

Welcome to Episode 417 of the Heart of LAFC podcast.  Join us as we preview our next playoff match as LAFC travel to Vancouver to face the Whitecaps in the Western Conference Semifinal.  Stay Golden LA!

In hour two, Mike & Jason chat with soccer analyst James Sharman (4:49) to help set up tomorrow's sold out Western Semifinals matchup at BC Place between the Vancouver Whitecaps and LAFC, plus the boys talk the latest hockey news with NHL.com's Dan Rosen (23:57). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

College Football Trends and Best Bets. Colts at Chiefs. Eagles at Cowboys. Vikings at Packers. NFL Best Bets. Whitecaps vs LAFC and more with Gabriel Morency and Cam Stewart. 

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps and Major League Soccer chat and interviews and we're joined by special guest co-host Global TV and CKNW's Asa Rehman. The countdown to the big Whitecaps-LAFC MLS Western Conference semi-final continues. We look ahead to the match with Asa and hear the thoughts of LAFC head coach Steve Cherundolo ahead of the game, and he's already trying to put pressure on the referee! We also chat with Whitecaps Sebastian Berhalter and Emmanuel Sabbi about the match, and former Whitecap and Korean national team legend Lee Young-Pyo drops by to talk about his time in Vancouver, the game with LAFC, the threat and impact of Son Heung-min in the league, and how MLS is seen in South Korea. We also talk some more on the big changes coming to the MLS schedule and we bring you the full press conference from MLS Commissioner Don Garber about the changes to the schedule and the Apple TV deal. Music-wise, Camper van Beethoven continue their residency as our Album of the Month, we've a Britpop songs from Autopop, and on a momentous week for the Scottish national team, a song to match it in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.17: Intro 05.33: Whitecaps vs LAFC preview with Asa Rehman 39.25: Sebastian Berhalter interview and discussion 45.22: Emmanuel Sabbi interview and discussion 49.57: LAFC's Steve Cherundolo talks Whitecaps vs LAFC 60.50: YP Lee talks Whitecaps, MLS, and the threat of Son 74.10: MLS schedule change chat with Asa Rehman 88.45: Don Garber's media call on MLS schedule change 114.55: Wavelength - Randolph's Leap - They Never Saw Us Coming

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 their massive matchup against LAFC in the Western Conference Semi-Finals of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs. The third straight postseason in which they'll face off against LAFC, it's worth noting that this Whitecaps team is quite different from the one that was eliminated in both years, however, and the regular season proved that. Of course, though, things are a lot different in the playoffs, so it'll be interesting to see how the Whitecaps can build off what they showed in a dominant Round #1 win vs. FC Dallas, against an LAFC side that also cruised to victory in Round #1 against Austin FC. While this has naturally been billed as a revenge opportunity for the Whitecaps and a matchup between superstars Thomas Müller and Heung-Min Son, it's worth noting that this game has a lot more layers to it - in fact, it has the potential to be one of the best-ever MLS playoff matches, period, and they dive into why that is the case. From there, they take time to dive into the two teams and how they play, seeing where the game could be won and lost, given the significant stylistic differences between these two sides. Lastly, they give a shout out to the Vancouver Rise, who won the inaugural NSL playoffs this past weekend, setting the tone for soccer in the city of Vancouver at a good time. Make sure to check out The Third Sub Podcast on Twitter, @thirdsubpod, as well as on Instagram, @the3rdsub_. 

Travis, Vince, and Darren preview the crucial LAFC Western Conference Semifinal match vs the Vancouver Whitecaps, the upcoming changes in the MLS schedule, and more, and are joined by special guest MAX BRETOS(!) who tells us about his newly iconic "Ooch Magooch" call, explains why the MLS schedule change is like Star Wars: Return of The Jedi, and plays our first ever mini segment, TEN TOES With Happy Foot Sad Foot!Donate to help support Rafa Reyes' family: https://gofund.me/51af9f418Max Bretos on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mbretos/Max Bretos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cubanhammerMax Bretos on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/thesoccerogJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In hour one, Mike & Jason look back at the previous day in sports, plus they preview tonight's 'Nucks home matchup vs the Dallas Stars (3:00), plus they look ahead to Saturday's big home playoff matchup between the Whitecaps and LAFC, as MLS Apple TV host Kevin Egan (28:51) joins the show. This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

¡Se viene buen duelo! LAFC dejó fuera a Austin y ahora tendrá que medirse con un Vancouver Whitecaps que llega bien enrolado y buen ritmo en estas semifinales del Oeste. Los Whitecaps suelen complicar a LAFC, pero el equipo de Los Angeles cuando están inspirado tienen de las ofensivas más peligrosas de toda la MLS. Será un choque muy parejo a un solo partido a matar o morir. 

Max Bretos pulls back the curtain each week with expert analysis of the Black & Gold on the "Inside LAFC" podcast. Join in LIVE and submit your questions.

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're predicting the conference semifinals! Some super exciting matchups this round, specifically LAFC v Vancouver, and we're going to predict the winner of all games setting up the conference finals matchups. Let us know your thoughts!#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #luissuarez #leaguescupRecorded on: 11/16/2025 Let us know your thoughts and if we got it right or right! Send any emails with questions or comments to: thedppod@gmail.comFollow the Pod on Social Media!Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/designated_players_podcast_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDPPodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedppodHave a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know!Support the show

Joshua and Nathan preview the Whitecaps Round 2 matchup against LAFC, the MLS calendar change and the preview and predict the rest of Round 2, the Rise becoming the first NSL Champs, the CanMNT friendlies against Ecuador and Venezuela and more!TIMESTAMPS:1:01- Whitecaps vs LAFC preview19:21- MLS re-opens investigation into Philadelphia Union Sporting Director after serious allegations are reported in The Guardian22:34- MLS officially switches to Summer to Spring calendar in 2027, likely five divisions too30:03- Rest of MLS Cup Playoffs Round 2 preview and predictions34:38- Rise are the first NSL Champions43:04- CanMNT friendlies against Ecuador and Venezuela review55:09- Minor Chelsea and Spurs news59:03- Huge World Cup qualifying matchesDo you or anyone you know own a small business? We'd love to have them sponsor the show! Contact us: Terminalcityfcpodcast@gmail.com.   Twitter:@JoshuaRey00@Ndurec@TerminalCityFCBlueSky: @joshuarey.bsky.social  @ndurec.bsky.social  @terminalcityfc.bsky.social Instagram:@TerminalCityFCPodcastYoutube:TerminalCityFC 

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, and World Cup chat and interviews. The long wait is almost over for the big MLS Western Conference semi-final between the Whitecaps and LAFC. We set the scene for the match-up and hear thoughts from Whitecaps coach Jesper Sorensen, Whitecaps centre-back Tristan Blackmon, MLS studio analyst Dax McCarty, and MLS match analyst Maurice Edu about the game and the playoff rivalry. We also sit down for a chat with a man who's been through these games for the last two years and is back fit and ready to go in this one, Whitecaps striker Brian White. Our feature interview this episode is with Whitecaps club reporter Sarita Patel. We chat with Sarita about her broadcasting journey so far, her time in Vancouver, and the wild year that 2025 has been, with hopefully more to come! In a monumental week for the league, we look at the MLS schedule change, the move to a fall to spring season, and the changes to MLS' Apple TV deal. Plus we talk World Cup 2026 qualifiers, more anger-inducing ticket releases, and Canada crashing out of the U17 World Cup in an epic, but ugly, penalty shootout. Music-wise, Camper van Beethoven continue their residency as our Album of the Month, we've two Britpop songs from Powder and Soda, and a Siberian post punk techno band feature in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.27: Intro - Rise win NSL championship, SFU women threepeat 11.35: MLS schedule change official and full of benefits 36.15: MLS and Apple TV deal tweak better for all concerned 44.25: Whitecaps vs LAFC preview with Sorensen and Blackmon 64.05: Brian White interview 73.35: MLS analysts Dax McCarty and Maurice Edu talk Whitecaps vs LAFC 84.50: More Whitecaps vs LAFC chat 100.00: Interview with Whitecaps club reporter Sarita Patel 137.10: Exciting weekend of World Cup qualifiers 149.55: The 2026 World Cup ticket farce seemingly getting worse 157.37: Canada crash out of U17 World Cup in ugly shootout loss 167.00: Wavelength - Kapitalifting 38 - War Is Not A Football Match

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Max Bretos pulls back the curtain each week with expert analysis of the Black & Gold on the "Inside LAFC" podcast. Join in LIVE and submit your questions.

This week on Black & Gold Insider Max Bretos is joined by LAFC Performance Director Gavin Benjafield to discuss what LAFC does to prepare the players for peak performance, how his staff collaborates with coaches during the season, and how elite players like Son Heung-Min seamlessly acclimate to life with the Black & Gold

Episode 81 of the LAFC+ Podcast, “It's Getting Real” sets the stage for a Western Conference blockbuster as Son Heung-min and LAFC head north to face Thomas Müller and the Vancouver Whitecaps in the Semifinal showdown. Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz dive into playoff superstitions, rituals, and all the vibes leading into the big match. The guys also break down a busy international window impacting both LAFC and the Whitecaps. Plus, a look across the league at the final eight teams still in the hunt for the Audi 2025 MLS Cup.

We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, and Canadian Premier League chat, and it's a landmark episode - our 700th one for the main show, the longest running soccer podcast in Canada. To mark it, we've a lot of talk about Vancouver Whitecaps' future - particularly when it comes to issues around their current and potentially new stadiums. MLS Commissioner Don Garber was in town last week. We bring you his media roundtable in full and chat about the main talking points coming out of it as it was confirmed that the Whitecaps haven't signed a lease to play at BC Place next year and they won't be unless they get a better deal. The MLS conference semi-finals are all set after a wild weekend wrapped up the first round of playoff matches. We look at how they played out and have an initial look ahead to Whitecaps vs LAFC. The CPL also wrapped up this weekend and the North Star Cup final was played in whiteout conditions in Ottawa. The scenes went around the world, but should the game have gone ahead and will the league see any actual long-term benefit from all the virality or was it just an in-the-moment buzz? Has this turned people on to watch and attend the league next year? Plus we look at the CPL awards that were handed out for the season. Music-wise, Camper van Beethoven begin their residency as our Album of the Month, we've two Britpop songs from Blur and Gorky's Zygotic Mynci, and Halftime Oranges are back in Wavelength. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.28: Intro - landmark episodes, college soccer, Rise move on to final 16.55: MLS conference semi-finals set after wild weekend 60.20: Don Garber Vancouver media roundtable 99.15: The future of Vancouver Whitecaps and the club's stadium issues 132.45: Snowy CPL final goes viral, but will the league see a real benefit? 156.10: CPL award winners announced 166.45: Wavelength - Halftime Oranges - Theme From Orange

Welcome to Episode 416 of the Heart of LAFC podcast.  Join us as we cover our sweep of Austin FC and prepare for the next round of the MLS Cup Playoffs.  Stay Golden LA!

Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz break down LAFC's sweep over Austin FC to close out Round 1 of the MLS Cup Playoffs. The guys look ahead to an epic Western Conference Semifinal showdown against the Vancouver Whitecaps. It's also the three-year anniversary of Gareth Bale's unforgettable header that lifted LAFC to MLS Cup glory. Plus, a full look around the rest of the MLS Cup Playoff picture.

LAFC está de regreso en una semifinal de conferencia y se enfrentará a Vancouver Whitecaps el 22 o 23 de noviembre. El equipo angelino avanzó tras derrotar a Austin FC en los dos partidos de la serie, con un marcador global de 6-2. Denis Bouanga brilló al anotar sus goles número 100 y 101 en todas las competencias desde su llegada al club. Steve Cherundolo habló después de ambos encuentros, mientras que Bouanga compartió sus impresiones sobre sus goles y Nathan Ordaz comentó sobre su desempeño y su reciente contrato.

This week on Black & Gold Insider Max Bretos is joined by LAFC Performance Nutritionist Connor Spencer to discuss how diet helps players reach peak performance, how the staff has collaborated with Son Heung-Min to accentuate his gameday preparation, and what young players can do to develop good nutritional habits.

The 2025 season is officially in the books, and the boys are breaking it all down. We look back at a year that had highs, lows, and heartbreaks: from the U.S. Open Cup Final defeat to Nashville to the season-ending injury for Brandon Vázquez in the summer.We react to the 4–1 playoff loss to LAFC in Game 2. What went wrong? No Bukari, no Rubio, and LAFC punished every mistake. From Desler to Hines-Ike's bad pass and Bouanga's brace, we discuss how it all unraveled. Was this elimination expected? How much did injuries affect Austin's playoff run? And what does this mean heading into 2026?Plus: Julio Cascante's possible exit, Svatok's Ukraine call-up, new academy hires from Huracán (Spain), and WAATV confirmed for the 2025 Media Cup.

Austin FC se despide de la temporada 2025... Eliminados en casa ante LAFC, con goles de Son y Bouanga, el Verde no pudo mantener viva la serie y queda fuera de los playoffs.En este episodio analizamos todo lo que salió mal en el Game 2 desde el penal fallado de Uzuni, los errores defensivos, hasta la ausencia de Osman Bukari. ¿Falló el profe Nico en el planteamiento o fue superior LAFC? También hablamos de:La alineación inicial y el sistema 3-4-3, el rumor de salida de Julio Cascante, el llamado de Svatok a la selección de Ucrania, y qué le espera a Austin FC en el 2026

This week, Mike and Jeremiah reflect on Austin FC's first round playoff series exit against LAFC - we try to find some storylines and takeaways from the matches, discuss some hypothetical Witches' Deals, reflect a bit on the 2025 season, and discuss the potential for hope in 2026.We also mess up the intro and outro and talk about how much we miss Landon - we can't wait for him to be back in the saddle again!Support the show

Only three of the eight MLS series are wrapped up after game 2 of the first round. Tom & David dig into everything we saw on the weekend from Nashville's offensive explosion, to the Portland Timbers dramatic comeback, and our three teams that took care of business. BUT to start Tommy Scoops has opened the Ice Cream shop early! He brings the breaking news that the New England Revolution will be hiring US u20 Head Coach Marko Mitrović as their new head coach & LAFC has a frontrunner to replace Steve Cherundolo in current assistant Marc Dos Santos.1:30 Revs On Verge Of Hiring Marko Mitrovic15:30 Marc Dos Santos Is Frontrunner For LAFC's Next Head Coach26:15 STL Hire Corey Wray As New CSO34:40 LAFC Trounce Austin To Move On40:15 Vancouver Outlast Dallas To Clinch Their Spot In The Next Round45:30 Austin And Dallas's Offseason Outlooks52:22 PHI Hold The Lead This Time Against A Weakened Chicago56:45 Nashville's Big Bounce Back1:03:47 The Crew Rampant Against FCC1:07:30 What Did We Just See In Seattle?1:11:00 Gage Guerra Rescues The Timbers1:17:55 North Carolina FC Close Up Shop On Their Player In USL Championship1:25:01 USL Hires Tony Scholes From The EPL To Run New Division 1

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We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, Canadian Premier League, and FIFA Under 17 World Cups chat and interviews. It wasn't the prettiest victory, but the Whitecaps got the job done in Dallas on Saturday night, winning a penalty shootout in game two of their playoff series to book their berth in the Western Conference semi-finals and setting up a mouthwatering clash with LAFC. It's the Müller v Son showdown so many around MLS wanted. We look back at the game, look ahead to that semi-final, and round-up the rest of the MLS (and CPL) playoff action. One of the Whitecaps many strengths this year has been their defence. We look at what's made it so successful with the help of some thoughts from Jesper Sorensen and chat with MLS Defender of the Year Tristan Blackmon. Plus we sit down with rookie defender Tate Johnson to talk about his season so far, his first playoff experience, and enjoying life in Vancouver. We also talk Canada at the men's and women's U17 World Cup and hear from both head coaches, Mike Vitulano and Jen Herst, plus music-wise, Camper van Beethoven begin their residency as our Album of the Month, we've two Britpop songs from Oasis and Wavelength with features a song about Arsenal centreback Tony Adams. Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.28: Intro - college nationals set to begin, Rise missing out on BC talent 10.35: Whitecaps beat Dallas on penalties to advance in MLS playoffs 47.45: Müller v Son semi showdown awaits 58.15: MLS playoff round-up 90.25: Whitecaps defence discussion 109.00: Tate Johnson interview 117.40: Cavalry knock off Forge and head to CPL championship game 121.00: Canada U17 men set to get their World Cup underway 136.30: Canada U17 women pay the penalty in heartbreaking World Cup loss 144.30: Wavelength - The A Team - Ooh Ooh Tony Adams

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros react to Inter Miami's shocking Game 2 loss to Nashville. Can Inter Miami fix their defensive issues, or will Messi and company exit the playoffs in the first round for the second consecutive season? They also recap other big playoff games, including LAFC's Game 2 domination of Austin and NYCFC's disappointing loss to Charlotte.Next, Christian and Alexis recap the NWSL's Decision Day and what it means for teams in the playoffs. Can Gotham FC find a way to play spoiler against the Kansas City Current? The boys also react to yet another poor season for Angel City and why Alexis Ohanian admitted it's because of him.Later, the boys react to major soccer news, including Tyler Adams' first Premier League goal and Real Madrid and Bayern Munich's early domination. (9:00) – Can Inter Miami avoid an early playoff exit?(20:30) – LAFC dominate Austin FC(25:30) – Charlotte FC win, force Game 3 vs. NYCFC(32:30) – Can Gotham upset KC Current?(35:45) – What has gone wrong so far with Angel City?(42:00) – Sarah Gorden responds to Elizabeth Eddy's article(51:45) – Rápido Reactions: Tyler Adams, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich & more Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

Max Bretos pulls back the curtain each week with expert analysis of the Black & Gold on the "Inside LAFC" podcast. Join in LIVE and submit your questions.

Send us a textLAFC moves on to the Conference Semifinals for the fourth straight season with a 4-1 victory in Austin! Sonny gets one as Denis gets to 101 in an LAFC shirt!

We're going to Vancouver, baby! Travis, Darren, and Vince break down the fun and feel good 4-1 drubbing of Austin to secure our 4th Western Semi-finals appearance in 4 years. We talk Bouanga's ankle breaking, Son's revenge on Ilie, and of course, why this means Dolo should be fired. Plus we give a small preview of what to expect from a dominant Vancouver side and prove just how white we are! PLAYOFFS!!!!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys get together to discuss Austin FC's season ending loss to LAFC on Sunday night. They talk through the lapses that cause the game to get out of hand and wonder what to make of Myrto Uzuni's future at the club before closing out the episode with the final check-in on the Best Keeper in the World for 2025. 0:30 - Intro 5:45 - Lineup reactions 14:10 - Game 2 recap 50:40 - Postgame takeaways 1:04:40 - Best Keeper in the World Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textLAFC heads to Austin, looking to close things out in their best-of-three series!

Alexis Nunes, Herculez Gomez, and Shaka Hislop talk Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga's impact with LAFC. Then, reaction to Lionel Messi's comments on the MLS needing more loose salary rules in order to draw better talent and bigger audiences. Plus, discussion on Gio Reyna's comments on the fallout at the 2022 World Cup with the USMNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textLAFC began its quest for a second star over the crest with an ugly, hard-fought 2-1 victory over Austin FC at BMO Stadium. The two new contract signees, Ryan Hollingshead and Nathan Ordaz, both figured in the scoring. 

LAFC take Game 1 of the best-of-three series vs Austin FC in a tense playoff opener. We break down Coach Nico's game plan, the goals, and Gallagher's equalizer that made club history. Plus early predictions for Game 2 at Q2 Stadium 

Alexis Nunes, Herculez Gomez, and Shaka Hislop talk Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga's impact with LAFC. Then, reaction to Lionel Messi's comments on the MLS needing more loose salary rules in order to draw better talent and bigger audiences. Plus, discussion on Gio Reyna's comments on the fallout at the 2022 World Cup with the USMNT. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Russell and Gavin react to round one of round one of the 2026 MLS PlayoffsTimestamps00:00 Intro03:00 NYCFC's Upset Victory Over Charlotte05:49 Playoff Scheduling Oddities08:21 The Best of Three Playoff Format10:58 Chicago's Dominance Over Orlando13:57 Portland vs. RSL: A Close Encounter16:44 Miami's Victory Over Nashville19:25 Future Prospects for Miami and Nashville25:20 Creative Approaches to Penalty Training29:43 Vancouver's Dominance in Playoffs30:41 San Diego vs. Portland: A Closer Look32:58 The Best of Three Format Debate35:44 Attacking Woes: Cincinnati vs. Columbus37:28 Wilfred Nancy's Coaching Prospects41:42 Rivalry Predictions: Cincinnati vs. Columbus42:16 Analyzing the Matchup: Seattle vs. Minnesota46:03 Minnesota's Defensive Strategy and Penalty Shootouts50:35 LAFC vs. Austin: Surprising Outcomes and Player Reactions

Christian Polanco and Alexis Guerreros overreact to the start of the MLS Playoffs and give us their early thoughts. Which team has impressed the most so far? Who will win MLS Playoff MVP? Which contender is in danger of an early exit? They also break down the latest playoff games, including NYCFC's 1-0 win over Charlotte FC.Next, Christian and Alexis bring on Meg Linehan, the women's sports lead for The Athletic, to preview NWSL Decision Day. Can anyone stop the KC Current? How far can the Washington Spirit go without Trinity Rodman? They also react to Elizabeth Eddy of Angel City's recent Op-Ed in the New York Post.Later, the boys react to major soccer news, including Vinicius Junior's apology, Barcelona's discontent with Lamine Yamal, and much more! (8:00) – Which MLS team has impressed the most?(11:00) – Which MLS Cup contender is in danger?(13:30) – Who can win Playoff MVP outside of Messi?(18:30) – Which head coach is in trouble?(20:30) – MLS Playoffs Game one recap(33:00) – Meg Linehan joins The Cooligans(35:00) – Elizabeth Eddy: NWSL must adopt gender standards(42:00) - Can anyone stop the KC Current?(44:00) - Who will clinch final home playoff spots?(50:30) - Where do you see the NWSL's future?(55:30) - What midfield will we see with USWNT going forward?(1:01:15) - Rápido Reactions: Vinicius Jr., Lamine Yamal & more Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:

This week on Black & Gold Insider Max Bretos is joined by Co-President & Owner Larry Freedman to discuss the impact Son Heung-Min has had on and off the field for LAFC, and what his influence means for the business of the club, Major League Soccer, and soccer at large here and abroad.

In Episode #79 of the LAFC+ Podcast, titled “One Down, One To Go,” Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz break down LAFC's Game 1 win over Austin FC in the opening round of the 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. The guys discuss what went right at BMO Stadium and what it'll take to close out the series on the road in Austin this Sunday. Can LAFC punch their ticket to the next round in just two games? Plus, a recap of Matchday 1 results from around the MLS Cup Playoffs.

The game never stops — and neither do we.On today's Morning Espresso, brought to you by Oglethorpe University, we've got a global blend of stories:LAFC edge Austin in a tense playoff opener as Son Heung-Min's star power shines and Nathan Ordaz plays the hero.Flamengo survive Racing Club's late charge to book another trip to the Copa Libertadores final.Kansas City reveals ambitious FIFA Fan Festival plans ahead of World Cup 2026, showing once again why the Midwest is ready for the world's biggest stage.Plus, MLS salary notes, a new leadership structure in Salt Lake, and Bayern Munich rewriting the record books.It's all part of your morning soccer ritual — The SDH Network, Around the Corner from Everywhere.

ORDAZ IS BETTER THAN MESSI. A win is a win as LAFC move ahead thanks to a weird match against Austin in this Best of 3 series. Ilie turns heel, Hollingshead grows the stache, and Max Bretos stops by without audio for a period of time we probably cut off the video! One more and we are moving on. ITS ORDAZ SZN BABY!!!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys get together to recap the Game 1 loss against LAFC. They discuss the competitiveness exhibited by Austin FC, a well worked equalizer from Jon Gallagher and some unfortunate bounces for the ATX back line. Then they close out the episode with a preview of Sunday's Game 2 at Q2 Stadium. 0:30 - Intro 5:55 - Austin FC Blood Drive 7:30 - Lineup reactions 9:20 - Game 1 recap 53:10 - Postgame takeaways 57:30 - Game 2 preview Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link 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 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textLAFC takes on Austin in the first match in the best-of-3 First Round. 

Atlanta United's next move could define the club's future — will it be Tata Martino, the returning champion who was previously linked with LAFC, or Giovanni Savarese, the proven MLS builder with deep New York roots... or someone else entirely? Jason Longshore breaks down the win-now vs. stability debate, explores how the MLS coaching carousel (including LAFC, New England, and the Red Bulls) could impact Atlanta's timeline, and dives into the opening week of the MLS Cup Playoffs — from Charlotte's home loss to NYCFC to Philadelphia's shootout thriller over Chicago, Miami's dominance, and San Diego's statement win. Plus, a look at the local college scene in the 3-4-3 and more!

This week Mike and Jeremiah are joined by Special Guest Host Adrian Healey to help fill the Landon-sized hole in our hearts; we discuss, amongst other things:How do we feel about Austin's 2nd best season so far?LAFC Playoff Preview & Los Verdes Watch Party locationsAn initial look back on 5 Years of VerdeAnd as always, we cover bits of Austin FC news including: Brad Stuver's newest nomination for the Audi Goals Drive Progress MLS Humanitarian of the Year AwardNew Investors Joining the Ownership Group- Join the Patreon- Free parking at Amplify- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson RealtyMoontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law and McGuire Woods ConsultingSupport the show

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