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Raza Deportiva
Mohamed desnudó a Jardine y la inteligencia de sus jugadores

Raza Deportiva

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 53:58


Rafa Ramos y Eli Patiño analizan el triunfo del Toluca sobre el América en la final del Clausura, además profundizan en los planteamientos de Jardine y Mohamed, se mojan sobre el gran favoritismo del equipo mexicano ante Los Angeles FC y brindan detalles del caso Luis Malagón. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 362 - Another Disappointing Draw, This Time in French

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 73:42


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - Quebec for Three Points, Please

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 23:05


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 361 - 25th El Trafico Ends In Disappointing Draw

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 72:18


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - El Trafico Turns 25!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 43:40


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

Fútbol Picante
América vs. LAFC por el lugar de León en Mundial de Clubes

Fútbol Picante

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 42:30


La FIFA anunció de manera oficial el partido entre Los Angeles FC y América para definir al equipo que tomara el lugar de León en el Mundial de Clubes 2025, conjunto que fue excluido de la competencia por multipropiedad. La fecha, sede y hora del compromiso aún está por determinarse, de acuerdo a lo comunicado por la FIFA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 358 - 9's Show Up in 2-0 W Over Dynamo

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 66:14


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - Houston Brings Their New Rocket

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 39:55


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

Bayou City Soccer
Movimiento Naranja con BCS: Que Bonito Es Ganar en Casita!

Bayou City Soccer

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 46:31


¡Bienvenidos al nuevo podcast de fútbol de Bayou City! En el episodio más reciente, David y Rudy hablan sobre los movimientos recientes del Houston Dynamo, la salida de Ibrahim Aliyu y la llegada confirmada de Toyosi Olusanya. También comentan las noticias sobre las renovaciones de contrato de Amine Bassi y Erik Sviatchenko. Repasan la victoria del equipo por 2-0 sobre Austin y comparten sus predicciones para el próximo partido contra Los Angeles FC.Te traemos todo lo que necesitas saber sobre el emocionante mundo del fútbol en Houston. Hablaremos de los últimos resultados, analizaremos el desempeño de nuestros equipos locales, y discutiremos las noticias más relevantes del mundo del futbol. Prepárate para un programa lleno de pasión, análisis profundo y, por supuesto, mucho fútbol. ¡No te pierdas nuestra cobertura completa y única!-Síguenos en Bayou City Soccer para no perderte ningún detalle.-BayouCitySoccer.net-@BayouCitySoccer en Facebook, Instagram y Twitter-Contáctanos con nuestro hashtag #PreguntaBCS-Presentadores:@rudysegura3 en Twitter@davidm.ok en Instagram-Visítanos en BayouCitySoccer.net para toda la información!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 357 - Saint Denis Scores 450 for LAFC

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 75:10


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - Welcome, St. Louis!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 33:53


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 356 - Dramatic Draw In Portland Caps Dramatic Week

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 77:14


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Wait... What?!? Steve Cherundolo Stepping Down After 2025!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2025 31:45


Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 355 - Denis, Sergi Snap Droughts in Win vs. SJ

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 48:01


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

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - San Jose Saunters Into BMO

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 43:50


LAFC gets set for a bit of a respite, with just 5 matches in their next 30 days, beginning with a home match against the Earthquakes. Scarf and Laff break down the Players to Watch, explore their Keys to the Match, and look into their crystal balls (giggity) for their Score Predictions!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 354 - Messi Powers LAFC Collapse In CCC

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 94:29


It's Episode 354, and it's a collapse of epic proportions, as LAFC goes to Miami, takes a 2-0 aggregate lead WITH the tiebreaker, only to squander it all away, losing 3-1 to Messi and Inter Miami and crashing out of the 2025 CCC. Ugh.Things looked great for the Black and Gold early, as captain Aaron Long reported for duty, scoring a chaotic 9' goal to give the boys an early lead, and the tiebreaker. That's about where the good news ends. Miami scores three unanswered, including two from Lionel Messi. Denis Bouanga missed or squandered a series of great chances, including one in second-half stoppage, and that proved to be the undoing for LAFC in the CCC. SEVEN, yes, seven big chances missed for LAFC. Miami wins the match, 3-1, and wins the aggregate, 3-2, to advance to the semis. Also on this match, Scarf is back from Costa Rica, Filly suffers no fools lightly when it comes to Dolo out, and Laff harkens back to his LAFC debut as part of This Date In LAFC History. Enjoy 354!

LAFSin FILTRO
Episodio 179 - Retraso de Clima

LAFSin FILTRO

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 61:41


Los Angeles FC no esta jugando bien y con rotaciones necesaria por el partido que se viene en Champions Cup de visita en Miami cae ante Houston Dynamo. 

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 351 - Comeback Falls Short in SD

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 75:06


LAFC headed down to San Diego for the first time, set to take on San Diego FC in Matchday 6 of the 2025 MLS season. A disaster start was only compounded by a fatal mistake after halftime, and the boys lost 3-2. Spotting a club a 3-0 lead is never something you want to do, but it's exactly what LAFC did in just 40' in San Diego. Anders Dreyer's passing, Christopher McVey's defense (and head), and a huge flub by Hugo Lloris saw the home side race out to the 3-goal lead. LAFC clawed two back before halftime, including a brilliant strike from Artem Smoliakov, but a second yellow to Igor Jesus killed the momentum. LAFC loses to an expansion club in our first meeting for the first time, Nathan Ordaz looks great in limited action, Scarf rants about resigning Kei Kamara, and Chris Lafferty finds a new favorite player! All that and more can be yours on Episode 351! Enjoy!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - The 1st Cherundolo Clasico

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 46:58


Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 350 - Taking Care of Business in KC

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 65:02


LAFC traveled to Children's Mercy Park and showed no mercy to Sporting, taking out the home side, 2-0. Goals from David Martinez and Aaron Long, excellent defending, and two big saves by Hugo Lloris punctuated the win. Also on Episode 350, Odin Holm and Adrian Wibowo make their LAFC debuts, LAFF needs to be reminded it's an LA podcast, and apparently, Scarf was a member of the Open Cup broadcast team for LAFC2's win over FC Arizona. Enjoy 350, and here's to 350 more!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - LAFC Heads to SKC

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 24:10


After playing 8 matches in 26 days, LAFC gets a much needed week of training before heading to Kansas City to take on Sporting, and their new striker Dejan Joveljic! Join Scarf as he breaks down the Players to Watch, Keys to the Match, and his Score Prediction!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - LAFC2 Defends US Open Cup!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 18:34


LAFC2, not LAFC, begin the defense of our 2024 USOC title with a First Round match against NPSL-side FC Arizona! Get all the details on LAFC2 and as many details as Scarf could find about FC Arizona!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 349 - Ilie Returns, Goals Go Missing

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 54:32


LAFC headed back to the friendly confines of BMO Stadium to welcome our former captain, Ilie Sanchez, and his Austin FC teammates for an MLS regular season match. Ilie may have come back, but the goals went missing, as LAFC fell to the visitors, 1-0. Cengiz Ünder got his first start in an LAFC shirt, looking dynamic over his hour-plus on the pitch. But LAFC's Achilles heel continues to be the final ball, as they could muster just one shot on target after halftime despite owning the ball for more than 65% of the match. A soft-ish goal off an Austin corner turned out to be our undoing, and LAFC loses for the first time at home in MLS this season. Also on this solo Scarf endeavor, Pogba, Pochettino, and Cifu, oh my! The stars were out at BMO on Saturday. Enjoy Episode 349! 

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 348 - Ünder Delivers as LAFC Under-Delivers

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 63:12


It's Episode 348, and it's a roller coaster! LAFC gets dominated for the better part of 90', only to have our new DP, Cengiz Ünder, come off the bench on his debut, streak through the middle of the pitch to intercept an errant Crew pass, and find Denis Bouanga at the death to put the nail in the Crew's CCC coffin. Sure, LAFC lost, 2-1, but there is momentum to be had!Also on this episode, Laff tells a story (it may still be going on), Scarf thinks he's clever, and Filly... ugh... Filly was right. About what, you ask? Tune in to 348 to find out!

featured Wiki of the Day
2020 Seattle Sounders FC season

featured Wiki of the Day

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 2:30


fWotD Episode 2868: 2020 Seattle Sounders FC season Welcome to Featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia’s finest articles.The featured article for Wednesday, 12 March 2025 is 2020 Seattle Sounders FC season.The 2020 season was Seattle Sounders FC's twelfth season in Major League Soccer (MLS), the top flight of professional club soccer in the United States. It was the 37th season played by a professional team bearing the Sounders name, which had originated in 1974 with the first incarnation of the franchise. The team was under the management of Brian Schmetzer in his fourth full MLS season as head coach of the Sounders.Seattle were the reigning MLS Cup champions, having defeated Toronto FC 3–1 in the 2019 final at their home stadium, CenturyLink Field (renamed Lumen Field in November 2020). The season began with two home matches but was suspended on March 12, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic; the second Sounders match had reduced attendance due to the pandemic's spread in the Seattle metropolitan area. MLS resumed with a special tournament in July hosted in the Orlando area, and teams returned home a month later to play in matches behind closed doors. The Sounders only played 22 regular season matches, mostly against opponents in the Western Conference, due to a shortened schedule and several canceled matches. The 2020 Campeones Cup was canceled along with the 2020 U. S. Open Cup.Seattle qualified for the 2020 MLS Cup Playoffs as the second-placed team in the Western Conference, determined by points per game due to the unbalanced number of games played by MLS teams during the season. The Sounders defeated Los Angeles FC, FC Dallas, and Minnesota United FC at home to win a second consecutive conference championship and qualify for MLS Cup 2020, where they lost 3–0 to Columbus Crew SC.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 03:46 UTC on Wednesday, 12 March 2025.For the full current version of the article, see 2020 Seattle Sounders FC season on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Justin.

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - Sweep the Leg 2

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 23:10


LAFC heads to Columbus to take on the Crew, up 3-0 on aggregate, for Leg 2 of the CONCACAF Champions Cup Round of 16! Filly and Scarf give you their score predictions, players to watch, and all the other fun you're used to on One More Sleep!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 347 - Over-Rotated In Seattle

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 56:47


LAFC headed up to Seattle to take on their rivals, the Seattle Sounders, amid roster rotation and a CCC match in Columbus just 3 days later. A solid first half gave way to the dam breaking in the second, and a heavily rotated LAFC squad took a beating, 5-2. On the bright side, Nathan Ordaz and David Martinez kept up their game of "whatever you can do, I can do better". On the not-so-bright side, Marlon suffered a pulled hammy while Olivier Giroud remained ineffective. It's all here on 347, so join Filly and Scarf in the recap, and then forget all about it!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - March In Seattle

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 29:37


LAFC heads up to the PNW to take on our rivals, the Seattle Sounders. Ünder made the trip but won't play, Olivier made the trip and likely will. Can LAFC keep the shutout streak going?

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 346 - Finally, A Leg Up On Columbus!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 71:38


Columbus Crew. Just the name of the club struck fear into the hearts of LAFC supporters over the last year and a half. Three straight losses to the Black and Yellow, including a 5-1 drubbing at BMO, and it was easy to see why Filly and Scarf approached this match with a bit of trepidation. But this is 2025, and this is a new kind of Black and Gold club, one that suffocates you with defense while Denis Bouanga carves you up from the left. Here on Episode 346, listen as Scarf, Lafferty, and even Filly break down the somewhat surprising beatdown LAFC gave Columbus, 3-0. Also on this episode, we revisit the LAFC days of Diego Rossi, spawn the unlikely mashup of Andre the Giant and Andre Horta, and wish Mama Bufanda the happiest of birthdays!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 345 - Achievement Unlocked: NYCFC Defeated!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 67:43


Episode 345 delves into LAFC's first win over NYCFC, 1-0, at BMO Stadium. The contest nearly ended in a scoreless draw, but Ryan Hollingshead's 86th-minute opportunistic strike put the home side on the right side of things. LAFC started in a different formation, 3-4-3, than they had lined up in this season. After a lackluster first 60', Steve pulled the plug and made the moves to get back into a 4-3-3, which really opened things up for the Black and Gold. Still, NYCFC's defense was up to the challenge. All it took, however, was one disastrous touch by defender Birk Risa, pounced on by Ryan Hollingshead, and the damage was done. LAFC wins 1-0. Also on this episode, Apple needs to learn how to spell, Olivier makes an impact again without touching the ball in the box, Artem makes his debut, and Lafferty is in a park. Enjoy 345!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - CCC Round of 16... The Crew!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 19:32


LAFC takes on their recent nemesis, the Columbus Crew, in the CCC Round of 16. The first leg is at BMO! Who are the Players to Watch? What are the Keys to the Match? And what does Scarf think the scoreline will be? Take a listen!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - Keeping BMO Pigeon-Proof

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 34:54


LAFC gets set to take on NYCFC, a club they haven't seen in an MLS match since 2021. Will LAFC defeat the Pigeons for the first time? Will Denis Bouanga get going? Check in on Filly and Scarf to hear their thoughts ahead of tomorrow's match. 

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 344 - Delgado Delivers CCC Win Amid Controversy

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 73:09


Here on Episode 344, LAFC advances to face Columbus Crew in the CCC, and you'd think that would be the headline. However, controversy shrouds the win, as Sergi Palencia is alleged to have used hate speech towards Colorado defender Chidozie Awaziem towards the end of the game, prompting an investigation from CONCACAF. Also on this episode, an LAFC player debuts in the 18, two of our favorite nicknames resurface, and Mo gets a mural at BMO! Enjoy 344!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - CCC, Colorado Comes to BMO

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 28:11


The Colorado Rapids come to BMO Stadium holding a 2-1 aggregate lead for our First Round matchup in the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Will LAFC continue to dominate the Rapids at home? Find out who Scarf's Players to Watch are, his Keys to the Match, and how badly he thinks the Black and Gold will beat Colorado!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - Home Opener vs. Minnesota!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 28:05


LAFC kicks off MLS Season 8 at BMO with the first match of the year on the MLS calendar! The Loons fly in from Minnesota with real expectations for the 2025 season, and it's up to LAFC to quiet the noise. It's Denis Bobblehead Night at BMO!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 342 - Long's Late Lifeline Looms Large!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 72:49


It's Episode 342 and Lafferty's back for more as he and Scarf break down the 2-1 loss to Colorado on the road in the first leg of the First Round of the CCC. It's not all doom and gloom, however, as a late header by captain Aaron Long gave LAFC plenty of life as the boys thaw out and head back to BMO for two matches in four days!Djordje Mihailovic was clearly the player of the match (and Scarf's Player To Watch on One More Sleep), as his brace helped the Rapids take a commanding 2-0 lead. But with just minutes until the final whistle, Denis Bouanga's cross found a flat-footed Long. His header kissed the inside of the post before finding the back of the net. The goal from long changes all the math (find out how on this episode!) as LAFC looks to advance out of the First Round of the CCC. Also on 342, we discuss our new fullback, Artem Smolyakov, a potential Turkish signing and the baggage he comes with, and we wish a happy birthday to our very own head man, Steve Cherundolo. Enjoy!

Davor Suker's Left Foot
The MLS 2025 Season Preview Show

Davor Suker's Left Foot

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 64:53


Hello Rank Squad! It's nearly time for kick-off in MLS' 30th season, so we thought it was the right time to sit down and take a look at how things are shaping up ahead of a landmark campaign. We start with Dean's new hometown club of San Diego FC, examining how the 30th franchise in the league are looking ahead of their maiden voyage in the Western Conference; before moving things on to the contenders to challenge for the Supporters' Shield, and, later on, MLS Cup. We examine reigning champions LA Galaxy, their crosstown rivals Los Angeles FC and the Seattle Sounders in the West, with a word to the San Jose Earthquakes; before heading over East to take a peek at Supporters' Shield holders Inter Miami, big-spending Atlanta United, a new era at FC Cincinnati, and the Dean Smith evolutions at Charlotte FC. Finally, we move onto the individual players and new signings who could make all the difference, from 2024 MVP Lionel Messi, through the fresh strikers of Emmanuel Latte Lath and Kevin Denkey, Wilfried Zaha at Charlotte, the returning Miguel Almiron, a big intra-league transfer in Evander, and many more. It's Ranks!  And remember, if you'd like more from the Rank Squad, including extra podcasts every Monday and Friday (including our weekly Postbox taking a look at the whole weekend of football) and access to our brilliant Discord community, then why not join us here on Patreon?

Minnesota Now
Leader of Loons fan club shares what to expect this soccer season

Minnesota Now

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 9:08


If you have ever been to a Minnesota United FC match at Allianz Field in St. Paul, the Oasis song “Wonderwall” may come to mind. After the Loons win a game, the stands fill with singing led by the Dark Clouds. With nearly a thousand members, the Dark Clouds are Minnesota United FC's largest group of organized fans. Ahead of the team's season kickoff Saturday against Los Angeles FC, Dark Clouds Vice President Nick Moore joins MPR News host Nina Moini with a season preview.

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - CCC in Colorado!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 56:41


LAFC kicks off Season 8, The Ocho, in Commerce City, Colorado as they take on the Rapids in the first leg of the First Round! Hear the Players to Watch, Keys to the Match, and Score Predictions straight from Scarf and Lafferty! And don't worry, Filly will be back soon!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 341 - LAFC Wins First Road Match at BMO!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 67:28


LAFC kicks off Season 8, The Ocho, in style, debuting our gleaming new road whites at... home... against Liga MX giant Club America during an international friendly. Filly and Scarf delve into all the details and more here on Episode 341!It was a raucous and slightly Las Aguilas-partisan crowd at BMO as LAFC's public preseason came to a close on Tuesday. A rather drab first half gave way to an exciting second 45', as LAFC scored twice within the first 15 minutes. Denis Bouanga's non-stop pressure led to goal number one, and Olivier Giroud leaving the ball alone led to goal number two! La Monumental had something to cheer for just minutes later, as Igor Jesus's Carmelo Anthony impression allowed the lead to be cut in half, but LAFC saw out the remaining half hour and took the friendly, 2-1. Nathan Ordaz, Nkosi Tafari, and some excellent backline defending were the stars of the night. Also on this episode, the boys give you their thoughts on the new kit, the Kike Olivera saga, and what the heck happened to Scarf's face! It's Season 8!  

i80 Sports Podcast
2025 Los Angeles FC Preview- The Designated Pundits MLS Season Preview Series

i80 Sports Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 46:47


Send us a textThe Designated Pundits are back to preview each and every Major League Soccer team ahead of the 2025 MLS season. In this preview, we are joined by Scarf, cohost of Defenders of the Banc, to preview LAFC's 2025 season. This year, Bob Ventimiglia, Scott Omer, and Sir Alex are back to preview each MLS team as we head into the 2025 season.  Join us as we break down each roster, discuss incoming and outgoing players, provide depth charts, and ask all the crucial questions to get you ready for the 2025 MLS season. This season The Designated Pundits will be bringing you two shows a week- one recapping the weekend's action and bringing you the hottest stories, and another giving great picks and previewing the weekend's matches.Catch us LIVE every week at 9:30 PM ET on Mondays for a recap of the week and Thursdays at 8:30 PM ET as we preview and make predictions for the weekend's MLS games. Website- thedesignatedpundits.comYouTube-    / @thedesignatedpundits  All Audio Platforms- linktr.ee/thedesignatedpundits or search “The Designated Pundits” on your favorite podcast platform.  #MLSseasonPass #MLS #MLSbetting #MLSbets #MLSpicks #TheDesignatedPunditsSupport the show

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 340 - Midfielders of the Banc?

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 62:58


Welcome to our first episode of 2025, a solo Scarf endeavor entailing everything that's happened (so far) and everything that hasn't happened (yet) in January. The preseason is underway and we are here for it!Odin Thiago Holm, Igor Jesus, Nkosi Tafari, Erik Duenas, Omar Campos, Mark Delgado, Todd Saldaña, Yaw Yeboah, Mateusz Bogusz, Cristian Olivera, Carlos Vela, and more are discussed here on 340, as well as our preseason schedule, which includes everything from a Canadian Premier League club to Club America!Join Scarf for this fun breakdown of everything so far in 2025, and we'll be back soon for 341!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 339 - Putting a Bow on 2024!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 77:39


And just like that, 2024 comes to a close with... wait, what?! Jesus Murillo gone? Ilie Sanchez gone? Kei Kamara gone? Strange things are definitely afoot in the land of Black and Gold. Here on Episode 339, Filly and Scarf take a look at all the happenings since the end of the season: every transaction, every award, every schedule update, and even a rumor or two are covered in this episode. Aaron Long is back! Jude Terry is one of our own! But man-oh-man is it going to be hard to replace the veteran presence, the leadership, the class, and the quality of Ilie, Kei, and Muri. Sit down, put your feet up, and close out your 2024, or start your 2025, with your favorite LAFC-podcasting duo, and enjoy Episode 339!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 338 - Sound the Alarm! Season Ends In Western Semis

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 80:51


It's Episode 338. Somewhat surprisingly and certainly prematurely, this will be the last episode that contains an LAFC game recap in 2024, as the Black and Gold fall to the Rave Green, 2-1, at BMO in the Western Conference Semifinals. It was a heartbreaking loss, especially because LAFC had played well enough to win and created enough chances to score. The soccer gods, however, are a fickle bunch, and, in this year's playoffs, aging goalkeepers seem to have curried their favor. Stefan Frei stood on his head, making three incredible saves on would-be sure goals, Maxime Chanot found the back of our net, and Jordan Morris found one late to eliminate LAFC. Yes, questions abound. And yes, we ask many of them here on 338. However, this isn't a full post-mortem, as that will come later in the offseason. This episode truly was a venting session, a stage in the grieving process. You want Dolo out? Pissed at JT and the FO? Do you feel the same way Scarf does about Olivier Giroud? All of that was fair game on this one, as this can be your safe space, too. Like we said, we will attempt to ask and answer many of the larger questions at a later date this year. Also on this episode, Filly talks like a parrot, Scarf answers the door, and we search for Carlos Vela. This isn't goodbye for 2024 yet, but it's at least goodbye for Episode 338!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 336 - LAFC Outscores Vancouver, Loses 3-0

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 53:03


It's Episode 336, and, yes, for the 11th time in two seasons, it's about Vancouver. This one, however, stung, as LAFC put up their worst performance on the road in quite some time in a 3-0 loss to Vancouver in the second match of the best-of-three First Round Playoff affair. In a goal eerily resembling the stoppage-timer from last match, Ryan Gauld got the home side off to a dream start just 10 minutes in. Three minutes later, the Ryan-to-Ryan connection was made for the first time this season, as Ryn Gauld found a streaking... Ryan Hollingshead... with a deft cross, and the home side was up 2-0. Though LAFC put up a solid effort for the first 20 minutes of the second half, the nail was provided by one of our own, as Eddie Segura put away another beautiful ball by Ryan Gauld to make it 3-0. Yikes. Also on this episode... not much else. Yes, we talk about the first IG post in LAFC history, and Mario expecting a baby boy, but at the end of the day... it's the Whitecaps. Again. But don't worry, the boys will be ready to do it one more time in 2024, as LAFC takes on Vancouver on Friday to settle the series, with the season on the line. Enjoy!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
One More Sleep - BC Place... Because We Have To!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 22:36


It's Scarf. It's the 11th time LAFC plays Vancouver in 2 seasons. And it's absolutely vital that the Black and Gold put the Whitecaps away on the road to advance to the Western Semis!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast
Episode 335 - El Rey Returns! LAFC Also Beats Vancouver!

Defenders of the Banc - An LAFC Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 65:30


The King has returned! For the first time since 2023, Carlos Vela is back on the pitch for LAFC! For the 10th time in two years, LAFC takes on Vancouver. One of those things we love, the other not so much, but we talk about it all on Episode 335!LAFC, as they have done for much of the last two seasons, dominated a lesser-talented Vancouver side over the course of 90+ minutes. A penalty goal by Denis after great combination play from Bogusz and Giroud set the tone for the first half, putting LAFC up 1-0. Just before the hour mark, excellent build-up and ball movement allowed Cristian Olivera to double the leads. LAFC looked to be cruising when, in the 86', Carlos Vela jogged over to the bench after warming up in front of the North End, signaling the return of El Rey!Neither Mateusz Bogusz hitting the woodwork twice nor a late, stoppage-time goal for Vancouver could damper the mood at BMO. Our #10 was back, LAFC takes the first playoff match of 2024, and now... we play Vancouver again. Oy.Also on the pod, CWM Woodwork is a thing. Not really sure how to explain it, but you'll understand after listening to Episode 335. Enjoy!