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Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand on the latest Daily Delivery podcast. They meandered through the NBA and NHL playoffs, including how the Wolves and Wild should feel while watching the conference finals. Plus thoughts on the Twins, Lynx and Minnesota United.
We recap the RSL home draw that the boys left until late that only slightly smoothed over the Loons' recent slump. We look ahead to the World Cup break and make a Minnesota United positional wish list for this summer transfer window. And we'll check in on a new rule MLS is supporting that would change the way the soccer clock works. BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Email Dan: dan@theloonybinpod.com Email Matt: matt@theloonybinpod.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Trey and Ryan look back at the come-from-behind win over Colorado last week, prepare for this week's trip to St. Paul and clash with Minnesota United before heading into the World Cup hiatus.
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Tony Husband from Apple TV joins the show to discuss the New England Revolution's first home loss of the season to Nashville and preview Minnesota United.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joshua and Nathan talk about the Whitecaps draw in San Jose, win in Dallas, preview Houston, talk about the meeting between execs and officials surrounding the club's future, Chelsea's manager search, Spurs still trying to survive and more!TIMESTAMPS:1:07- Whitecaps draw in San Jose, win in Dallas, previewing Houston29:16- Whitecaps to play Cavalry at Swangard in Can Champ31:06- The meeting between officials and executives. A lifeline for the 'Caps?40:37- The MLS Salary Guide is out45:15- James Rodriguez's time at Minnesota United is over47:01- Chelsea draw 1-1 to Liverpool, Xabi Alonso is the favourite to become their new manager53:10- Spurs draw Leeds 1-1 and still hanging by a thread57:07- Bad VAR calls in title races59:25- Real Madrid are a soap opera and it seems Jose Mourinho is coming in1:01:53- Southampton caught spying?1:04:07- Alphonso Davies' World Cup is in jeopardyDo 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
En este episodio hablamos del partido entre Austin FC y Minnesota United, que terminó 2-2, con goles de Myrto Uzuni y Christian Ramírez, y dos asistencias del colombiano Jaimes Rodríguez para el equipo de Minnesota.También abordamos el tema de los salarios publicados por el MLSPA y compartimos nuestras opiniones sobre los primeros 10 de la lista de Austin FC.Mesa llena con Salomé, Baraquiel, Diego y Hernan. ¡Dejen un like y suscríbanse!
Hello Colorado Rapids fans. This week on Holding The High Line, we've got more big news and a triple game week. Oh the Rob Holding DOGSO. The guy banter about Leander Schaerlaeckens' new book "The Long Game" about the USMNT. Also we've got takes on VARsenal probably winning the Premier League. We break down the 0-1 loss to St. Louis CITY, wind, the controversial red card, and more. Are we worried? Is it now panic time? And what does this say about next week? We then look ahead to the two games this week. There will be squad rotation against James Rodriguez and Minnesota United. Real Salt Lake is doing some new things tactically under Pablo Mastroeni. They've got wingers who are vibes, not just Diego Luna. Oh, and the MLSPA dropped the player salaries. We do a deep dive on what you need to know about the Burgundy Boys getting paid. Here's Red's article about the player salaries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Pretty perfect to do most anything outdoors says Chris Shaffer. The Chief Meteorologist at WCCO TV joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News
Pretty perfect to do most anything outdoors says Chris Shaffer. The Chief Meteorologist at WCCO TV joined Vineeta on The WCCO Morning News
James Rodríguez shines again for Minnesota United before a possible summer exit, while Sporting Kansas City hit a new low after a brutal loss in Portland. David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle break down another chaotic MLS weekend, including Vancouver's rise in the Western Conference, Nashville's comeback draw, and the latest USMNT discussion ahead of the 2026 World Cup.00:00 Intro 06:40 James Rodríguez & Minnesota United Future19:36 FC Dallas, Sam Sarver & Petar Musa26:30 Sporting Kansas City Disaster36:28 What Do We Make of Portland?40:03 Evander, Cincinnati & Charlotte Talk47:00 Nashville's Comeback Draw50:53 New England Revolution Discussion58:25 Vancouver vs. San Jose Breakdown1:04:00 Midweek MLS Preview1:08:34 Gio Reyna & USMNT Discussion
The boys get together to recap the Sunday night road draw against Minnesota United. They talk through what was a back and forth affair in St. Paul and the two injuries Austin FC suffered on the back line before previewing the midweek road test against San Diego FC. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, The Boy Factory and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:55 - Fodrey & Las rip some packs 6:05 - Lineup reactions 13:35 - Minnesota United recap 57:05 - Postgame takeaways 1:06:20 - San Diego FC preview 1:36:55 - Last Business Day 1:48:30 - The Boy Factory 1:50:45 - Picks recap Sign up today for our new Patreon and join in on all the additional fun in The North End! 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.
The boys get together to preview Austin FC's road match this Sunday night against Minnesota United. The talk through the opponent's results since the two clubs met on opening night this season and discuss how Austin should handle their group of players recovering from injury. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, The Boy Factory and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 6:45 - Austin Soccer Celebration 11:15 - Minnesota United preview 52:05 - Last Business Day 58:35 - The Boy Factory 1:02:30 - Best Ball update Sign up today for our new Patreon and join in on all the additional fun in The North End! 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.
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap Austin FC's home win against St Louis City, preview the upcoming match against Minnesota, and scout Austin's latest reported signing. Other questions and topics include:- 400+ episodes!- "That's called a winning streak"- Rosales shines in the midfield- Vazquez, Wolff, Pereira return- Early chances against St Louis- The Hand of Biro- Ramirez's craftiness- Przemysław Płacheta to join Austin FC- Austin's best bench ever?- Minnesota United preview- Free Parking at Amplify- much moreMoontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
In this episode, we discuss the assessment and management of injuries to the groin. We explore: Differential diagnosis of groin painKey clinical tests for groin painThe role of imaging in this populationSpecificity of strength testsRelationship between groin weakness and injuryPractical load management strategiesManaging recurrent groin painUnrealistic expectations in elite sportWant to learn more about groin pain? Dr Stacey Hardin recently did a brilliant Masterclass with us called “Mastering Groin Pain: From Injury to Return-to-Play” where she goes into further depth on this topic.
LAFC travels to St. Paul to take on Minnesota United. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
FC Dallas' 2026 home undefeated streak ended Wednesday with a 1-nil loss to Minnesota United. Sam, Ryan, and Steve talk through a disappointing home stand with just two out of a potential nine points, where the defense is excelling and the offense isn't, and what can be done ahead of a crucial road game against Seattle this coming Saturday.This program originally aired on the FC Dallas Radio Network on April 22nd, 2026.
Our first midweek Buildup of the year features Sam, Ryan, and Steve previewing the 3 Point Wednesday matchup with Minnesota United. They talk about how strong the first team lineup could look with another matchup Saturday looming, the duality of both teams playing a similar style, another global star coming to Frisco, and we hear from Dallas manager Eric Quill.
Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. The Wild dominated Game 1 in Dallas, the Wolves fell in Game in Denver and the Twins were swept in large part because their bullpen couldn't hold leads against the Reds. Plus thoughts on the transfer portal, Lynx and Minnesota United.
We recap that late night Open Cup match in Sacramento that saw Minnesota United barely advance. We review that Portland home game that should lead to Phil Neville losing his job. And we catch up with Wes Burdine on a series of topics including his thoughts on a recent breakup. BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Email Dan: dan@theloonybinpod.com Email Matt: matt@theloonybinpod.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
We recap that late night Open Cup match in Sacramento that saw Minnesota United barely advance. We review that Portland home game that should lead to Phil Neville losing his job. And we catch up with Wes Burdine on a series of topics including his thoughts on a recent breakup. BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Email Dan: dan@theloonybinpod.com Email Matt: matt@theloonybinpod.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Hosts Jake Zivin and Patrick Harris talk about the Timbers' huge win over LAFC last weekend and the importance of Portland's midfield play. Plus, we hear an interview with defender Brandon Bye about how his first season with the team is going. Finally, Jake and Patrick look towards the team's next match Saturday against Minnesota United.
Lobbing Scorchers', Ari Liljenwall and Noah Riffe regroup after a tough Leg 1 of the Concacaf Champions Cup quarterfinal. The Seattle Sounders sit in a 2-0 aggregate hole against Tigres UANL after failing to score at El Volcán. Can the Rave Green flip the script at Lumen Field, or is this year's CCC campaign headed for an unceremonious end?Lobbing Scorchers questions Jesus Ferreira's omission from the Sounders FC starting XI, and if Brian Schmetzer got the subs wrong in Mexico, and if Seattle fans should be concerned about the attack as a whole.This week's Agenda Check: Should Seattle Sounders fans want MLS Cup or Concacaf Champions Cup? Has Jesus Ferreira proven he should be the starting No. 10? Is it time for the Seattle Sounders to sign a left back in the summer window?Ari and Noah round out the show with the top headlines around Major League Soccer. James Rodríguez suffers severe dehydration amid a weird tenure with Minnesota United. Portland Timbers head coach Phil Neville questions a reporter on the security of his job. 34-year-old Neymar linked with FC Cincinnati after a brutal start to the 2026 season.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 is the title sponsor for Lobbing Scorchers Kickoff. 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
Another nightmare at the Digs. The LA Galaxy fell 1-2 to a James-less Minnesota United side, extending their winless streak to four matches and leaving fans chanting "Wake the F* Up!" . Is the season slipping away before the April gauntlet even truly begins?
The LA Galaxy prepare to host James Rodriguez and Minnesota United in a high-stakes clash that could define the G's momentum heading into a brutal April. But a late-breaking injury doubt puts a serious doubt on the global superstar's participation, while the Galaxy will also be without one of their stars in this game, an early "6-pointer" in the G's MLS campaign.
MLS reporter Andrew Wiebe joins Manny and Jonathan to talk through Minnesota United's best moments of the past decade, take a look around the league, and discuss international play.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
We react and take calls following the Seattle Sounders' MLS Matchday 5 fixture at Minnesota United FC.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah RiffeSPONSORSHaxan 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
After a widely successful tour of the Pacific Northwest with stops in Vancouver and Spokane, we're back at the Sounder at Heart studio to discuss the exciting news of the Seattle Sounders' opponent in the Conacaf Champions Cup quarterfinals: Tigres UANL, one of Mexico's top clubs who are coming off a thrilling 5-4 aggregate victory after an FC Cincinnati choke job in the Round of 16. We give our takes on the blockbuster matchup, then revel more in the downfall of Lionel Messi and Inter Miami, and Minnesota United – who are up next for the Rave Green in league play at Allianz Field in MLS Matchday 5.Follow Lobbing Scorchers: YouTube Instagram Bluesky TikTok Facebook Ari Liljenwall Noah Riffe Niko MorenoSPONSORSHaxan 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
Jeff and Turner sit down and discuss...everything, really. Danny Cruz is off to Minnesota United! Simon Bird named Interim Head Coach! LouCity 2, Southern Indiana 0 (U.S. Open Cup)! Racing 1, North Carolina 2 (Sat. 3/14)! City 4, Miami 1 (Sat. 3/14)! An interview with Racing Louisville #42, Sarah Weber! Previews of this week's home doubleheader!
We're back with another AFTN Soccer Show packed full of Vancouver Whitecaps, Major League Soccer, Champions Cup, and World Cup chat. What a week of highs and lows it's been for the Whitecaps. A heavy defeat at home to Seattle in the CONCACAF Champions Cup leaves them needing to stage an epic comeback in this week's second leg, and it left a wounded Whitecaps side to take their anger out on visiting Minnesota United in a six goal rout on Sunday. We pick over the bones of both matches and the main talking points coming out of them, hear from Minnesota head coach Cameron Knowles, and round-up the weeks action across the Champions Cup and MLS. All of this plus we talk more about Iran's participation at this year's World Cup, the Canadian kits for the tournament, and move onto the letter L in our Canadian Soccer A to Z series. Music-wise, Scottish band Bis continue their residency as our Artists of the Month, Shop Assistants are the latest band to feature in our 40th anniversary tribute year to the C86 movement, and Football Violence Awareness Month continues in Wavelength and on the pitch in Brazil! Here's the rundown for the main segments from the episode: 01.29: Intro chat 07.00: Canadian Soccer A to Z - L 21.30: Whitecaps have mountain to climb in Champions Cup 50.10: Whitecaps bounce back to demolish Minnesota 82.00: Minnesota musings with Cameron Knowles 92.06: MLS West round-up 106.14: Dayne vs Max - The battle to be Canadian number one 112.05: Iran's World Cup participation in doubt? 122.15: Canada's World Cup kits and injury updates 126.45: Wavelength - The Business - Boys Are Out Tonight
Clay Trainum and Valair Shabilla discuss Nashville's win over Minnesota United and the continued success of the 2026 season. They also take a look at a yet another match against Inter Miami for the Boys in Gold. Support the show by Subscribing to SixOneFiveSoccer.com and buying merch at PharmaSoccer.com
Clay, Valair, and Stephen discuss our goalless draw in Dallas, the match against Atletico Ottawa, and our upcoming match against Minnesota United. Thanks for listening!
We have an interview with the head coach of our Minnesota United, Cameron Knowles. We'll dive deep into all the big moments from the Home Opening win against FC Cincinnati. And we'll brainstorm some ideas for a new back of jersey sponsor that sits just above the butt. BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Email Dan: dan@theloonybinpod.com Email Matt: matt@theloonybinpod.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Time to break out the winter scarves for this weekend's first big away trip to the chilly confines of Saint Paul. FC Cincinnati makes another heralded trek to Minnesota United, hoping to stitch multiple solid performances together. The Orange & Blue have left their history in the past, winning their last two visits to Allianz Field and leaving all memories of their worst loss ever in the snowdrifts. As much as Cincinnati has kept their roster primarily constant in the offseason, the Loons have endured a very turbulent winter with a roster that looks quite different. The promise of superstar James Rodrigues has been tempered with the uncertainty of new head coach Cam Knowles, but the first match at least brought a point back to their home opener. We talk with Dan from The Loony Bin Podcast to analyze the roster shifts and expectations. Can Minnesota alter the trend of Cincinnati taking the wins? Will we hear "Wonderwall" or "Mr. Brightside" after 90 minutes? Tune in and trade threads with us! #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer Become a Patron! Subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk Don't forget you can now download and subscribe to Cincinnati Soccer Talk on iTunes today! The podcast can also be found on Stitcher Smart Radio now. We're also available in the Google Play Store and NOW ON SPOTIFY! As always we'd love your feedback about our podcast! You can email the show at feedback@cincinnatisoccertalk.com. We'd love for you to join us on our Facebook page as well! Like us at Facebook.com/CincinnatiSoccerTalk.
Mo explains one of his tweets from the night before. A preview of FC Cincinnati vs Minnesota United with Kyndra de St. Aubin of Apple TV. Benjamin Robinson from Grinding the Mocks with a few Bengals-related combine and draft topics. Podcasts of The Mo Egger Radio Show are a service of Longnecks Sports Grill.Listen to the show live weekday afternoons 3:00 - 6:00 on ESPN1530. Listen Live: ESPN1530.com/listenGet more: https://linktr.ee/MoEggerFollow on X: @MoEggerInstagram too: @MoEggerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt and Jason share RIFC Alumni news, new player signings from Minnesota United 2, an update from #RIFC SVP Travis Watkins, and we discuss on if Rhode Island FC will still have their preseason match available to the public after record snow fall.
Mo explains a tweet he tweeted last night. Preview of FC Cincinnati vs Minnesota United with Kyndra de St. Aubin and Benjamin Robinson gives his take on who the Bengals should draft.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a long look at process vs. results to figure out where all the Minnesota pro teams stand. 12:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins to talk Vikings, Wild and Minnesota United. 33:00: Taylor Heise on the Olympic hockey controversy and a listener email about youth sports.
Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief have multi-million dollar ideas how on to improve the matchday experience for the CONCACAF Champions League Home Opener. But following that there's a conversation about Evander's injury, the timeline, and what Dado might bring to the table in the meantime. In Part Two it's a look ahead to Minnesota United and whether or not James Rodriguez will be playing. Then in Part Three it's Listener Questions with FC Cincinnati Monopoly Boards, Sitcom XIs, and Christmas Tree discourse. Timestamps: (21:25) - Evander Injury Update (51:40) - Minnesota United Preview and Predictions (1:03:25) - Patreon Questions! Links: Looking for an MLS podcast? Check out The World's GAM Visit our friends at Streetside Brewery Check out The Post at www.thepostcincy.com Music by Jim Trace and the Makers Join the Discord Server and jump into the conversation Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Support us on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ThePostCincy
This week, Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's 2026 opener against Minnesota United and preview the second match against DC United. Other questions and topics include:- The boys on CBS's We Are Austin- Story behind the tifo- Minnesota match as an ink-blot test- Nico sends message with suspensions- Jayden Nelson's encouraging debut- Our thoughts on Rosales as right winger- Rodo's State of the Union presser- The Athletic's anonymous CSO survey- DC United Preview- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- Join the Patreon- Free Parking at Amplify- Join the Patreon- much moreMoontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law and McGuire Woods ConsultingSupport the show
Check out the new episode featuring Primo and Hernan. The boys got together to break down the bittersweet draw at home against Minnesota on MLS match day 1, recent Academy and Austin FC II news, and also some world football topics like La Ligas title race, Arsenals slips, and the heartbreaking chaos in Mexico ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The boys get together to recap the opening night draw against Minnesota United. They talk through the encouraging signs from the offense and lament the momentarily lapses in focus that led to Austin dropping two points late on. Then they close out the episode with a review of the post game comments by Nico Estévez and Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 7:35 - What's new in 2026? 12:25 - Lineup reactions 19:20 - Minnesota recap 50:20 - Post game takeaways 1:02:45 - Last Business Day Sign up today for our new Patreon and join in on all the additional fun in The North End! 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.
We're back!This year's gonna be a big one for Austin FC, and Swoontower is here alongside you for all the content you really want to talk about; we're ALSO bringing back Opponent Spotlights!In this episode:New Boys Alerts!Social Media Highlights from a long winterOpponent Spotlight: MNUFC featuring Dan and Matt from The Loony Bin PodcastImportantly, during the Opponent Spotlight, we discussed where folks who may feel encouraged to support Minnesotans currently affected by ICE raids should focus their efforts; Dan and Matt mentioned https://www.standwithminnesota.com/, a housing-focused mutual aid project. We want to encourage you to support your community, others' communities, and remember how important it is for us to stick together with one another against forces that might otherwise try to divide us along arbitrary lines.As always, the show ends with the Man of Steph's Jersey - stick around to find out!Support the show
We were joined by Jeff Rueter of The Guardian to review the offseason for our Loons and get ready for the season ahead. We'll do our first ever Minnesota United-only Golden Boot Draft. And we're taking a detailed look at the new Decade Kit and its lenticular stars. BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Email Dan: dan@theloonybinpod.com Email Matt: matt@theloonybinpod.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
It's a Bonus Crosspost for those that missed it! Dan and Matt of The Loony Bin Podcast join David Gass from Soccerwise for a Minnesota United 2026 Season preview where we discuss how James-manie hits the twin cities and more! BlueSky: @loonybinpodcast.bsky.social Dan Elias (@oyvey2you.bsky.social) Matt Leaf (@mnloonlet.bsky.social) Email: theloonybinpod@gmail.com Email Dan: dan@theloonybinpod.com Email Matt: matt@theloonybinpod.com Website: theloonybinpod.com Insta: instagram.com/theloonybinpod YouTube: youtube.com/@loonybinpodcast
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with Afton skier Jessie Diggins, who reached down deep and won a bronze medal Thursday in the 10K freestyle. It was another career-defining moment for Diggins. Plus another good Wolves win heading into the break. 9:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand to talk about the Olympics, the Timberwolves, the Twins and Minnesota United. 28:00: Liam Hendriks is back with the Twins. In a different era, would he ever have left?
Our 2026 MLS Season preview continues with three playoff teams from 2025. They all join Gass to talk through the biggest topics for the upcoming season. Starting with the awkward fit of the high priced pieces in Austin. Then they talk through Charlotte's playoff woes, and finally James-manie hits the twin cities!0:00 Austin FC w/North End Podcast22:45 Charlotte FC w/TopBin9034:33 Minnesota United w/Loony Bin Podcast
Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Tony Meola dive into Mauricio Pochettino and Jesús Pérez's recent interview on the High Performance Podcast, where the coaching duo talked about targeting a World Cup win, the USMNT lacking basics, and the challenges of managing a player pool spread out across multiple leagues. Alex Zendejas looks like a March lock after a match-winning return for Club América, but does Gio Reyna belong in the same conversation with so few minutes under his belt at Gladbach? The guys debate midfield fits, form vs. talent, and how Poch should handle the situation. Plus: James Rodríguez is officially a Minnesota United player. Is the risk worth it for the Loons? And what does Concacaf's new World Cup qualifying format mean for the USMNT? 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
Is James Rodríguez really headed to Minnesota United? In one of the strangest transfer rumors we've ever seen, the Cooligans unpack how a global superstar could end up in MLS, what it would mean for Minnesota, and whether James still has enough left to move the needle in the league — or if this is destined to be pure chaos.Next, we revisit the USMNT hype machine and ask some uncomfortable questions. Gio Reyna, Yunus Musah, Gianluca Busio, Jordan Morris — all players who once felt like sure things. So what happened? We break down why their trajectories have stalled, what went wrong at club level, and whether there's still time for a second act.Finally, we react to the wildest stories from around world soccer. From Vinícius Jr.'s girlfriend revealing uncomfortable details involving Real Madrid, to Gabriel Barbosa's tense encounter with fans, to Cristiano Ronaldo's “missing” posters popping up in Saudi Arabia — it's another reminder that no sport delivers chaos quite like football. Timestamps:(6:30) – James Rodriguez's shock transfer to Minnesota United(21:30) - USMNT rising stars that have now faded(49:30) – Vini Jr's girlfriend's weird ointment story(53:30) – Reacting to other news around the soccer world Subscribe to The Cooligans on your favorite podcast app:
Another good-to-great guest joins the show as Jimmy Conrad, Charlie Davies, and Charlie Davies welcome in USMNT and Derby County to break down his red-hot form in the Championship, the Rams' playoff push, and his decision to move to England (02:48). Patrick reflects on being a "late bloomer", why he doesn't compare himself to other American strikers, and what the Gold Cup taught him about himself at the international level. The guys then react to reports linking James Rodríguez with Minnesota United (32:56). Does the Colombian superstar have any idea what Midwest winters are like, and would this be a true needle-mover for the Loons and MLS? San Diego FC make an immediate statement in 2026 with a 4-1 win over Pumas in the Concacaf Champions Cup (41:16). If the writing wasn't already on the wall for Hirving Lozano, it might be now... Plus, a busy midweek recap for Americans Abroad, as Pellegrino Matarazzo remains undefeated at Real Sociedad (48:29), whichTony says is the biggest story in American soccer right now. And finally, Tim Weah answers a difficult off-field week the only way he knows how: with a massive performance in the Coupe de France (52:31). 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