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Well... the boys were supposed to talk about LAFC's first 15 matches of the year... but Filly had other plans. So we talked World Cup for the whole episode. Oh, and Scarf drank parts of 7 different Buzzballs! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Welcome back to the Alt Goes Mainstream podcast.We went to a mecca of football to film the latest episode. This conversation takes us to Turin, Italy, where we were in the Juventus Creator Lab with Italian football (I mean soccer for the Americans) legend and one of the best defenders of all time Giorgio Chiellini.Giorgio's career and playing style were defined by Juventus' very motto, fino alla fine (“until the end”). It's also a mentality that he brings to every aspect of life on and off the pitch. After an illustrious playing career at one of the world's biggest clubs, Juventus, and a career that also included two World Cup appearances for Italy and winning the Euro 2020 as the Captain of Italy, Giorgio came back home to Turin rejoin the club where he starred for 17 years: Juventus. Giorgio has gone from the pitch to the boardroom, helping to lead Juventus as the Director of Football Strategy. He has brought the player's perspective to the business side of football, balancing the nuances of sports and business.Despite the demands that Giorgio faced on the field as a player to maintain a standard of play at the highest levels of the game, he found time during his career to pursue his passion for business. He received his MBA while playing for Juventus and also was involved in the player development side in his final years as a player at LAFC. More recently, he became an investor in LAFC and in Mercury13, a multi-club investor in women's football teams, including FC Como. He's also an active investor in the European startup community.Giorgio and I had a wide-ranging and fascinating conversation that covered several dimensions of the business of sport. We discussed:How teams, owners, and investors can balance both the sport and business aspects of the game.What it means for sports now that players can have bigger social followings than their clubs or leagues.How Juventus has built and amplified its brand through initiatives like the Creator Lab.How clubs like Juventus can help players build their off-field brand while maintaining a high-quality on-field product.How Giorgio's work off the field while playing informed how he wanted to spend his time post-career in business.What Giorgio's day-to-day is like as Director of Football Strategy for Juventus.Why Giorgio invested in LAFC and what he thinks about the future of the MLS.What American owners and investors can learn from European soccer clubs and owners, and what European clubs and owners can learn from American owners and investors.Thanks, Giorgio, for sharing your wisdom, expertise, and enthusiasm at the intersection of sports and business.Note: this episode was filmed in October 2025 with a plan to publish the conversation around the World Cup.Show Notes00:00 Split Second Decision01:06 A Message from Our Sponsor, Ultimus02:10 Meet Giorgio Chiellini04:17 What Is the Juventus Creator Lab04:36 Building Fans Through Content05:27 Football Brand Goes Global06:15 Revenue From Winning06:43 Two Hearts One Club07:52 Winning Versus Storytelling08:40 Fans Everywhere Now09:27 Too Many Games Problem09:51 Stakeholders and Calendar11:00 Owner Advice Communication11:28 From Kid to Club 14:12 Film Study for Matches15:02 The Saka Tactical Foul17:26 Social Media and Mental Health29:32 US World Cup Reality29:45 Grassroots Long Game30:09 MLS and USL Momentum30:14 Stadiums and Growth30:20 MLS Season vs Playoffs30:46 Supporters Shield Incentives31:11 Travel and Rest Mentality31:33 Europe Stakes Comparison31:54 Highlights Era Question32:24 Bite-Sized Sports Culture33:40 Choosing What to Watch33:55 Sports Must Adapt34:33 Owners Business View35:15 TV Rights and Strategy36:05 Institutional Money Trend36:42 Why Funds Love Sports37:04 Balancing Profit and Emotion38:12 Fiduciary Duty vs Winning39:15 Permanent Capital Advantage40:42 Mission Values Legacy41:54 Juventus DNA and Family44:31 Leadership Lessons Learned45:38 From Captain to Executive47:05 Humanity and Energy48:21 Player to Business Challenges50:00 Investing in Italian Startups51:47 How He Picks Investments52:43 Innovation and AI in Sport53:16 Favorite Alternative Investment54:34 Profitability and Winning55:21 ClosingA Word from Our Sponsor, UltimusThis episode of Alt Goes Mainstream is brought to you by Ultimus, the full-service fund administrator and transfer agent powering asset managers in private and public markets. As alts go mainstream, you need real expertise to handle complex fund structures, connect with key distribution partners, and handle sophisticated compliance, reporting, and transparency demands.That's Ultimus: high-tech, high-touch solutions for over 450 clients and 2,500 funds with $775B in assets under administration. Backed by an expert team of over 1,200 employees, they place client service at the core of their business, helping you navigate complexity during your fund structuring or launch and then supporting you through every stage of growth. Whether you're already in the market or thinking about entering private wealth, you can trust their team's deep expertise in retail alternatives to help you reach your goals.Learn more at ultimusfundsolutions.com or email info@ultimusfundsolutions.com.We thank Ultimus for their support of alts going mainstream.Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant.

Welcome to Episode 438 of the Heart of LAFC podcast.  Join us, as we celebrate a critical win for LAFC against the Seattle Sounders and prepare for the World Cup break. Stay Golden LA!

David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle break down the Philadelphia Union reset, Portland's next chapter, and the biggest MLS storylines to watch this summer. They discuss the league's coaching landscape, Neymar and Casemiro's MLS links, LAFC's roster decisions, whether Real Salt Lake can keep Diego Luna and Xavier Gozo, and the biggest roster needs facing both New York clubs. Plus, they explain why they're buying stock in San Jose and San Diego and discuss what they need to see from the USMNT before the World Cup.0:00 Pork Roll, Taylor Ham & Soccer Culture9:01 Philadelphia Union Reset25:55 Portland Timbers Next Chapter41:04 The MLS Coaching Landscape50:14 Neymar and Casemiro to MLS?56:50 LAFC's Next Move1:01:32 Can RSL Keep Luna and Gozo?1:04:10 NYCFC's DP Spot & Red Bulls' Defense1:13:11 Buying Stock in San Jose and San Diego1:21:03 USMNT's Final Tune-Up

As MLS pauses for the World Cup, we'll give our takes on the weekend's loss to LAFC, then revisit the letter grades we handed out for the Seattle Sounders' strikers, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers, and coaching staff a few weeks ago and update them. Who's improved, who's slipped, and have any of our assessments changed based on the challenging last few weeks? We'll also react to The Guardian leak confirming Cristian Roldan on the USMNT roster (cue the meltdown from the USMNT bots and haters) and run through Pochettino's full squad and debate whether this group actually has a shot to perform at the World Cup.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORSQED Coffee - a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74' for 25% off across the site.Haxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2026 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

Timothy Tillman's goal, Tyler Boyd's pass, and Thomas Hasal's saves send LAFC into the World Cup break a winner! LAFC defeats Seattle Sounders, 1-0. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We react and take calls following Seattle's matchup with LAFC at Lumen Field in Matchday 16.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORSQED Coffee - a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74' for 25% off across the site.Haxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2026 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

Travis, Darren, and Vince recap LAFC's 1-0 home win over the Seattle Sounders in a strangely high-stakes May match that most likely wouldn't have impacted Marc Dos Santos's job status, BUT COULD've... and DID end LAFC's two-month winless run at BMO Stadium. After a rare full week with time to train, they played... almost like they had time to train? Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga looking good together again; David Martinez, Hollingshead, TILLMAN? HASAL? ALL looking good tonight! A much needed ending to a tumultuous run so we can rest easy and see what moves they make this summer. H.A.G.S, Friends After High School! 00:00 Postgame Reactions01:14 Standout Performances03:33 Vince Joins In04:45 Tactics And Chances07:01 Table And Vibes08:17 Transfer Rumors11:05 More Happy Sad Feet14:18 Super Chats Begin17:56 Callers And Parlays22:09 Wrapping Michael Call22:26 Carl Kids First Match23:35 Dos Santos Patience24:47 World Cup Break Plans27:37 Carl Creator Shoutout29:40 Pride Night Fireworks31:03 Tactical Tweaks Review33:53 World Cup Kits Merch35:22 Diego Tillman Goal37:46 Ref In The Way39:31 Closing Live Show PlugJoin 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.

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LAFC hosts Seattle in their final match before the World Cup break! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Niko Moreno and Tim Ostlund-Foss joins Jeremiah to discuss the Sounders No. 9 position and the growing list of contenders at the centerback position. In the second segment the fellas talk about how LAFC is going to play desperate.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Tim Ostlund-Foss on BlueSky.Sponsor

Niko Moreno joins Jeremiah to discuss the Sounders No. 9 position and the growing list of contenders at the centerback position. In the second segment the fellas talk about how LAFC is going to play desperate.Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Tim Ostlund-Foss on BlueSky.Sponsor

Welcome to Episode 437 of the Heart of LAFC podcast.  Join us, as we examine the latest loss for LAFC against Nashville and preview our next match against the Seattle Sounders. Stay Golden LA!

The final showdown before the two-month World Cup break is here! The LA Galaxy return to Dignity Health Sports Park to face a lethal Houston Dynamo side that just put four goals past LAFC. Can the G's secure all 3 points, lock down a playoff position, and send us into the break on a high note?TODAY'S AGENDA:

Tonight on Sounders Weekly, Jackson Felts briefly touches on Seattle's loss to the Los Angeles Galaxy last weekend, but quickly moves on and focuses on the LAFC match this Sunday and World Cup ahead including conversations with MLS broadcaster on Apple TV Brian Dunseth, plus Ari Liljenwall of MLS Soccer and Lobbing Scorchers, and a conversation with Ashley Fosberg of the Sounders and Rave Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We preview LAFC's MLS match vs Seattle on Sunday. We break down Denis Bouanga's public apology after comments about LAFC playing differently this year and the difficulty connecting with Son Heung-min. How does it affect the fate of coach Marc Dos Santos, fan backlash, and tactical improvements? What could and should happen during this World Cup break for the squad? What does this match vs Seattle mean for LAFC leading into this break? And what does California Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Steyer have to say about issues that matter to LAFC fans? Yeah, you read that right!00:00 Cold Open Chaos00:33 Show Intro and Match Preview01:41 Listener Banter and Tom Steyer Tease05:38 Politics in Sports09:03 Sponsor Break10:19 Storylines Segment Setup11:50 Bouanga Apology Explained16:30 Tactics Debate and Coach Heat22:26 JT Decisions and Break Reset29:37 Summer Break Plans30:44 Fixing LAFC Possession32:03 Transfer Priorities Number Nine32:56 Coach Decision Or Roster34:10 Best Summer Break Stories38:12 Seattle Match Turning Point43:12 Tom Steyer Interview Setup47:21 Abolish ICE And Immigration50:14 Billionaire Skepticism Answered55:56 World Cup Picks And Wrap58:01 Bet It And Forget It01:01:14 Final Thanks And SignoffJoin 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.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s loss to the LA Galaxy last week, Danny Musovski losing a tooth, the continued offensive issues for them, especially looking at the long World Cup break ahead, facing LAFC on the road this weekend, and an Alex Roldan health update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nashville SC outgunned LAFC 3-2 to take top spot in Major League Soccer with one match left until World Cup break. Wes and Tim talk about the win, then make an announcement and reflect on six years hosting the show together. Club and Country is part of the 440 Sports Network.

Hany Mukhtar's hat trick is enough for Nashville as LAFC's losing skid hits 4 matches. David Martinez scores and Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga hooked up for LAFC's second goal, but it wasn't enough to outdo Mukhtar's free-kick magic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aaron joins Jermiah to recap a toothless, uninspiring loss to LA Galaxy over the weekend. A lot of frustration with the missed opportunities and what looked like tired bodies. In the second segment the two talk about the upcoming LAFC who also have been struggling.Sponsor

Aaron joins Jermiah to recap a toothless, uninspiring loss to LA Galaxy over the weekend. A lot of frustration with the missed opportunities and what looked like tired bodies. In the second segment the two talk about the upcoming LAFC who also have been struggling.Sponsor

In this episode, the boys celebrate another incredible week for Nashville Soccer Club.  They highlight how the team notched their 100th victory, and Hany Mukhtar - in the middle of a hat trick versus LAFC - scored his 100th goal for the team.  They also show much love for maybe America's greatest goalkeeper, Brian Schwake, as well as unexpected deep bench hero, Brian Acosta.  And while the boys are certainly not fans of parking tickets, they aren't afraid - just like the boys in gold, who haven't feared any opponent in 2026.  Cue Fleming & John from 1994! While they're doling out praise, the boys might as well shout out BJ Callaghan as the best coach in the MLS.  But they aren't so sure that they love the World Cup being in the United States because it could disrupt Nashville's momentum.  No worries, though, because there is still plenty of optimism as they look ahead to the upcoming match versus NYCFC.  Let's just hope they don't start an OnlyFans. And they drink beer.

MLS coaching chaos takes center stage after Austin FC parts ways with Nico Estévez and Rodolfo Borrell, while Columbus Crew moves on from Henrik Rydström after just 14 league matches. David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down what went wrong, where both clubs go next, and which other MLS coaches could be under pressure this summer.Plus, Phil Neville's struggles in Portland, LAFC concerns, Hany Mukhtar's milestone, Sammy Sarver's viral celebration, the Chicago Fire, and a preview of the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinals.0:00 Intro + American Outlaws5:37 Columbus Fires Rydstrom22:40 Philly Pressure Mounting26:33 Austin FC Cleans House44:44 Portland's Struggles49:02 LAFC Concerns52:10 Hany Mukhtar Milestone, Sammy Sarver Moment57:34 Chicago Fire Love1:03:14 U.S. Open Cup Quarterfinal Talk

LAFC Falls 3-2 at Nashville: Bouanga Wakes Up, Set Pieces Hurt, and What Changes Before SeattleDarren and Vince react to another frustrating LAFC loss, with a few bright spots but mostly familiar frustrating problems as LAFC hobbles toward the World Cup break. We break down what needs to change, hear from you all about what you think, and descend deeper and deeper into the dark abyss. Join us!00:00 Postgame Frustration00:50 Breakdown of First Goal02:20 Pros and Happy Foot02:58 Cons Forward Passing04:34 Stagnant Attack Issues07:55 Chances and Set Pieces10:31 Super Chats Begin11:01 Captaincy and Leadership14:50 Coach Debate and Hope20:12 More Super Chats and Jokes23:58 Jeff Tock Calls In25:42 Looking Ahead to Seattle26:53 Training Ground Fixes31:31 Jeff Tock Rant35:31 Eustáquio DP Debate36:46 Locker Room Tension38:46 Substitution Burnout40:05 Fire MDS Arguments41:10 Happy Feet Caller43:29 DP Left Back Pitch45:16 Bob Bradley Case49:01 Diego Zooms Out57:41 Super Chats Tactics01:04:02 MLS Roster Reality01:06:23 Final Thoughts PredictionJoin 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.

On this episode, we break down the emotional rollercoaster that is the Seattle Sounders, from the season's best win straight into the worst loss, the end of the home undefeated streak, and a worrying stretch of form that was only partially salvaged by the Earthquakes win. We talk Moose's tooth, then dive into some obligatory striker discourse, including a discussion on whether Seattle's investment in Jordan Morris was justified, and what Craig Waibel's response might be if asked about urgency at the striker position. Then, we widen out to the Western Conference, debate which team is clearly superior to Seattle, and preview LAFC as the next opponent: what's the vibe going into that matchup at BMO Stadium and how should Seattle approach it?Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORS☕️ Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff is presented by QED Coffee a Seattle based roaster, coffee shop and coffee subscription service. Visit them in person at one of the three Seattle locations or online and use code ‘LS74' for 25% off across the site: https://www.lobbingscorchers.com/coffeeHaxan Ferments - Specializing in unique, small-batch fermented hot sauces and vinegars, Haxan Ferments is handcrafted in Georgetown and made with the best local ingredients from across the Pacific Northwest. Use Code LS for a FREE Hot Sauce w/ purchase!Sounder at Heart - Our network host and biggest supporter, Sounder at Heart covers the Seattle Sounders, Seattle Reign, and MUCH MORE! Subscribe and Support to the BEST independent Seattle Soccer coverage.Podium Edmonds - Located at 114 4th Ave N, just off Main Street in the heart of Downtown Edmonds, come shop and explore the best menswear in the Pacific Northwest. Tell them Lobbing Scorchers sent you!Full Pull Wines - Founded in 2009, they the best boutique wines of the world to members, with special focus on our home, the Pacific Northwest.MLS Store - New year, new gear! The 2026 MLS jerseys are here, and MLSStore is the ultimate destination for every fan. Every purchase helps support our show!Lobbing Scorchers is a production of Just Once Media.Lobbing Scorchers is a Seattle Sounders and MLS focused show brought to you by Sounder at Heart. Hosted by Major League Soccer's Ari Liljenwall and Producer Noah Riffe. Join us as we lob our scorching takes on the American soccer landscape, Seattle Sounders, Major League Soccer, USMNT and more.Contact: lobbingscorchers@justoncemedia.com

LAFC head to Nashville for their final road test before the World Cup break! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Niko Moreno joins Jon for his weekly spot to look at everything that happened in the midweek in MLS and prepped everyone for a big weekend in the league as it draws closer to the World Cup Break

Welcome to Episode 436 of the Heart of LAFC podcast.  Join us, as we break down a pair of frustrating losses to Houston and St. Louis as the winless streak extends to four for LAFC. We'll also preview our next match against Nashville SC. Stay Golden LA!

LAFC's post-CCC slide continues as they fall to St. Louis City SC for the very first time, 2-1. David Martinez shines late, but the comeback falls short. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Pauley has a jam-packed edition of Sports Open Line, and in the first hour, he is joined by KMOX's own Kevin Wheeler to recap today's Cardinals win over the Athletics, as well as Francisco X. Rivera, broadcaster for MLS on Apple TV, who was on the call for last night's City SC win over LAFC! Right off the top of the second hour, Matt talks with St. Louis Battlehawks cornerback and St. Louis native Daniel Isom, and then we shift over to the PGA Championship, as KMOX Golf editor Dan Reardon joins the show! We wrap it up with our weekly segment of Building Community, and this week's guest is Elvir Kafedzic, City 2 Assistant Coach, presented by Busey Bank.

Send us Fan MailBall Watching hosts, Jake Koenig and Justin Graham, break down St. Louis CITY SC's 2-1 win over LAFC, and preview the upcoming match away at DC United!Follow the show on X and/or Instagram (@BallWatchingSTL)! Find our guest interviews and all episodes in video form on YouTube by searching https://www.youtube.com/@ballwatchingSTL. Be sure to hit subscribe and turn notifications on!Hoffmann Brothers is the 2025 presenting sponsor of Ball Watching! Headquartered right here in St. Louis for over 40 years, Hoffmann Brothers is a full-service residential & commercial provider, providing Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Drains, Sewer, Water Heaters, Duct Cleaning, Electrical and Appliance Repair services. Visit them online at hoffmannbros.com!Make The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern (thepitch-stl.com) your St. Louis CITY SC pregame and postgame destination for all your food and drink needs! Tell them your friends at Ball Watching sent you... Shop in-store or online at Series Six (seriessixcompany.com) and receive a 15% discount  on all orders storewide using code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout!

Nashville SC GM Mike Jacobs talks the state of NSC + previewing Sunday vs. LAFCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nashville SC dominated New England on the road Wednesday, soaring to a 3-0 win without its starting striker and midfield. Wes and Ben Wright break down the win and look ahead at the penultimate match before World Cup break. -A depleted @nashvillesc keeps defying expectations. How? -Bryan Acosta: A couple good moments or a sign of resurgence? -Is this the right time to catch @LAFC? -Our most memorable NSC wins Club and Country is part of the 440 Sports Network.

Travis and Vince react to LAFC's third straight loss in seven days, a 2–1 defeat to 28th-place St. Louis City that capped a brutal stretch of 10 goals conceded in three games after an early-season run as an elite defensive team. It gets worse before the World Cup break and transfer windows provide light at the end of the sewer, with Nashville and Seattle coming up next. So, yknow, brace yourself.00:00 Postgame Meltdown00:50 Defense Falls Apart02:19 Raposo Under Fire03:21 Ritiro Reset Idea06:00 Fixing Fullbacks06:46 Martinez Bright Spot07:49 Chemistry And Confidence08:50 Tough Road Ahead11:44 Accountability Check13:43 Super Chats And Dogs16:04 Caller Vaughn Joins21:26 Caller Diego Recap24:11 Jeff Tock Chaos26:31 Batman Noir Debate27:35 HBO Max Side Quest28:11 All Coaches Bastards28:29 Do Coaches Matter30:35 Thorrington Club DNA33:48 Roster Slots Injuries Luck35:52 Live Show Frog Town36:49 Break Then El Trafico39:35 Fire Coach Threshold43:30 Caller Eustaquio Future48:21 Caller Transfer Window Plans54:37 Wrap Up And GoodbyesJoin 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.

Matt Pauley has a jam-packed edition of Sports Open Line, and in the first hour, he is joined by KMOX's own Kevin Wheeler to recap today's Cardinals win over the Athletics, as well as Francisco X. Rivera, broadcaster for MLS on Apple TV, who was on the call for last night's City SC win over LAFC!

LAFC travels to St. Louis with just three matches remaining before the World Cup break! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of Dynamo Faithful, the lads review the win over LAFC, preview the matches against RSL, Vancouver, & the Open Cup match vs StL, and pick their ideal dynamo roast scenario.Be sure to follow us on Instagram and Twitter @Dynamo_Faithful and let us know what you think! We appreciate any feedback on how to improve the pod going forward, and please consider rating and reviewing us on your favorite podcast platform!Appearing on this episode are Manny Farciert, Krystopher Scroggins, & Kyle McGuire.Produced & Edited by Ian Gregory-GraffSocial Media & Design by Zacj BellotMusic from Pixabay:Intro/Outro Song: Indie Folk (King Around Here) by Alex Grohl

Russell and Beau recap week 12 of MLS regular seasonTimestamps00:00 Intro03:13 Hot Takes: Surprising Teams in MLS05:54 Philadelphia's Fall from Grace08:53 DC United and New England: Teams to Watch11:17 Red Bulls: Ahead of Schedule?14:10 Griezmann and De Bruyne: Potential MLS Signings16:51 Cincinnati: The New Charlotte?19:21 The Importance of Hard Work in MLS27:19 San Jose's Surprising Identity31:54 Minnesota's Struggles with Key Player Absences36:43 Portland's Get Right Game Against Kansas City40:13 LAFC vs Houston: A Game of Momentum49:20 Nashville's Injury Challenges and Future Prospects01:06:24 Confounding Teams in MLS01:08:25 Columbus Crew's Coaching Situation01:17:56 Quick Hits on Recent Matches

Chris Wittyngham, Tony Meola, and Benny Feilhaber react to the news that Johnny Cardoso will require ankle surgery, and what it could mean for the makeup of the USMNT squad. With Christian Pulisic, Tanner Tessmann, and Tim Weah also dealing with late-season knocks, how worried should U.S. fans be about the mounting injury list? The crew also breaks down what Mauricio Pochettino and his staff learned while scouting over the weekend, whether Jack McGlynn's brace vs. LAFC earned him a closer look, and if Poch is making a mistake by limiting his pre-World Cup camp to just 26 players. Plus, with Cardoso likely out of contention for the World Cup, the guys revisit their projected roster. If Pochettino switches back to a back four, how many defenders does he need to bring? Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CharlieDavies9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TMeola1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on soccer⁠ For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/⁠ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/⁠ And sportsbook promos: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LAFC looks listless, frustrated, and just plain spent in a 4-1 home loss to Houston. Three more matches until the World Cup break. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Travis, Vince and Darren preview LAFC's two MLS matches this week, first vs St. Louis CITY (city, city, city...) then at Nashville, and decide difinitively and objectively, with no debate allowed ever, just how worried fans should be following recent heavy losses. Will the summer transfer window bring the right changes? What ARE the right changes? Will Darren still be friends with Travis and Vince after he sells a coffee table book based on his forthcoming HIT TUMBLR???00:00 Welcome and Match Preview00:44 Merch and Postgame Plug01:15 Listener Banter Begins01:36 World Cup at Cosm03:11 Immersive Movies Explained06:08 Live Show Logistics07:07 Sponsor Break Amirian Law08:18 Storylines Segment Setup09:31 How Worried Are We17:02 Tactics Versus Game Model22:09 MLS Context and Expectations25:56 Summer Window Needs26:15 Summer Window Priorities27:26 Fixing Fullback Depth28:02 Finding a True Nine30:13 DP Model and Roster Choices31:13 Which U22s Stay34:41 Scouting St Louis and Nashville37:27 Points Targets and Coach Pressure38:31 Off Topic City Debate41:43 Bet It and Forget It43:16 Outlandish Picks and Sign OffJoin 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.

Send us Fan MailBall Watching hosts, Jake Koenig and Justin Graham, break down St. Louis CITY SC's 1-0 win @ Colorado Rapids, and preview the upcoming match against LAFC at home!Follow the show on X and/or Instagram (@BallWatchingSTL)! Find our guest interviews and all episodes in video form on YouTube by searching https://www.youtube.com/@ballwatchingSTL. Be sure to hit subscribe and turn notifications on!Hoffmann Brothers is the 2025 presenting sponsor of Ball Watching! Headquartered right here in St. Louis for over 40 years, Hoffmann Brothers is a full-service residential & commercial provider, providing Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Drains, Sewer, Water Heaters, Duct Cleaning, Electrical and Appliance Repair services. Visit them online at hoffmannbros.com!Make The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern (thepitch-stl.com) your St. Louis CITY SC pregame and postgame destination for all your food and drink needs! Tell them your friends at Ball Watching sent you... Shop in-store or online at Series Six (seriessixcompany.com) and receive a 15% discount  on all orders storewide using code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout!

Travis, Darren, and Vince react to a miserable LAFC week that included a 4–0 Champions Cup loss has now been followed by a 4–1 home defeat to Houston, with Nathan Ordaz scoring LAFC's lone goal. The expected post-Champions-Cup hangover has certainly arrived, and shows no signs of letting up until the World Cup break. Happy Mothers Day! Happy Big Birthday, Travis! Otherwise SAD!00:00 Hungover After Houston01:44 Quick Show Format02:04 Happy Sad Feet Recap02:18 Brutal Schedule Ahead03:11 Why Houston Won05:10 Mistakes Spacing Fatigue06:46 No Training Time Problem08:30 Birthday Banter Bogusz11:31 Second Half Collapse13:51 Son Role And Need Nine16:13 DP Moves Summer Rebuild17:33 Tiny Donuts Call In19:03 Can Son Play Nine20:23 Martinez Too Wide21:13 Super Chats Begin23:03 Press Question Debate24:20 MDS Tactics And Rotation27:47 Palencia Injury Fallout29:15 Hangover And Expectations30:58 Post World Cup Roster32:30 Bouanga Brazil Rumors35:26 Signing Off And Live ShowJoin 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.

LAFC resumes their regular season with a home match against Houston. Time to shake off the disappointment of the CCC! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Niko Moreno joins SDH AM Thursdays to break down the week that was in MLS plus a look at what he expexts from the weekendWhat's going on in Seattle, the teams in Cascadia and LA, and he's seen the Michael Bradley hate...

Welcome to Episode 435 of the Heart of LAFC podcast.  Join us, as we cover our brutal CCC Semifinal exit and preview the next match as LAFC hosts the Houston Dynamo. Stay Golden LA!

Producer's Note: This episode ends with the crew's reaction to Atlético Madrid confirming that Johnny Cardoso suffered a high-grade ankle sprain. The news broke during the show, which is why the opening discussion around Atlético's Champions League semifinal exit does not mention the injury or its potential World Cup implications. Jimmy Conrad, Tony Meola, and (eventually) Charlie Davies discuss Liga MX's dominance over MLS in the Concacaf Champions Cup following Nashville and LAFC's elimination from the competition. Staying in Mexico, the guys react to Javier Aguirre threatening to leave Liga MX players off his World Cup squad unless they report for a month-long national team camp. USMNT legend Clint Mathis joins to reflect on his 2002 World Cup heroics, almost joining Bayern Munich, and playing with a chip on his shoulder. And the crew reacts to breaking news out of Spain as Atletico Madrid confirm Johnny Cardoso has suffered a high-grade ankle sprain. Call It What You Want is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Call It What You Want team on X:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@JimmyConrad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠,⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ @CharlieDavies9⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TMeola1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the ⁠betting arena on CBSSports.com⁠ for all the latest in ⁠sportsbook reviews⁠ and ⁠sportsbook promos⁠ for ⁠betting on soccer⁠ For more soccer coverage from CBS Sports, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/soccer/⁠ To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/podcasts/⁠ Watch UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Europa Conference League, UEFA Women's Champions League, EFL Championship, EFL League Cup, Carabao Cup, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF Nations League, CONCACAF World Cup Qualifiers, Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, AFC Champion League by subscribing to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Paramount+⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Visit the betting arena on CBS Sports.com: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/⁠ For all the latest in sportsbook reviews: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/⁠ And sportsbook promos: ⁠https://www.cbssports.com/betting/news/sportsbook-promos/ To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The future of the Vancouver Whitecaps is in serious doubt, and we've got the inside scoop. The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins the show to unpack the latest on the potential relocation to Las Vegas, who else is in the mix, and what fans and local officials are doing to try and save the club. How real is the threat—and what are the actual chances Vancouver keeps its team? San Diego FC defender Luca Bombino stops by to share his journey through the game, including the difficult decision between representing Italy or the USMNT. He also reflects on leaving LAFC, what he learned playing alongside Giorgio Chiellini, and why a move to Europe is firmly in his future plans. Plus, Inter Miami's struggles continue as they blow a shocking 3-goal lead and remain winless at their new stadium. The Cooligans dig into what's really going wrong, whether it's a roster issue, coaching problem, or something deeper—and who the club could bring in to turn things around before it spirals further.   Timestamps: (10:00) - Vancouver Whitecaps re-location update with Paul Tenorio (32:00) - Luca Bombino joins the Cooligans (55:00) - What is wrong with Inter Miami and who can fix it? Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app: