Podcast appearances and mentions of Roger Espinoza

For the Glory KC is back with the 120th episode of the show!Sporting Kansas City played their first two competitive games of 2025. While we warned you not to overreact to the initial results, it hasn't stopped a slice of the fanbase from getting quite worked up. We work our way through both the freezing cold of the Inter Miami game and the slightly less cold, but rainy Austin FC game to talk takeaways.Daniel Salloi caught a fair amount of grief for his performance in both games. But there was a lot of other notable things that happened. There were Sporting KC debuts for Dejan Joveljic, Manu Garcia, Shapi Suleymanov and Jacob Bartlett. 19-year-old Bartlett started both games! We give our opinions on their performances and those of their peers.Plus, a look at the injury report, a few tactical wrinkles, and a breakdown of the Austin goal before getting to some breaking news from the week. Sporting KC cut Alenis Vargas and signed Andrew Brody. Erik Thommy was named captain and Roger Espinoza got hired to SKC's coaching staff. And a little roster composition news came out as well.Finally, the KC Current had another relatively quiet week, but they extended the contract of new signing Haley Hopkins who just arrived via trade. They also had a few national team call-ups and some new NWSL rules came out, including a bump in the salary cap from $2.75 million to $3.5m.In the Digital Crawl, we touch on a few more topics, including: A ref asking for Messi's jersey USWNT results Benny Feilhaber's new job KC Comets just keep winning and a Tony Meola updateHere is a rundown of topics (and approximate start times): Sporting KC freeze against Inter Miami - 8:11 SKC vs. Austin FC in the Season Opener - 26:48 Captain Erik Thommy - 48:32 Alenis Vargas released - 52:01 Andrew Brody signed - 57:18 Sporting KC story round-up - 1:00:27 Sheena does Manu Garcia bio - 1:07:30 KC Current news - 1:14:46 Digitial Crawl - 1:18:28Upcoming Games Sporting KC @ Inter Miami - Tuesday, Feb. 25th - 7:00 PM CST Sporting KC vs. San Jose Earthquakes - Sat., Mar. 1st - 7:30 PM SheBelieves Cup USWNT vs. Japan - Wed. Feb 26th - 9:30 PM (San Diego)As a special gift to For the Glory KC listeners and KC Soccer Journal readers, Backheeled dot com is giving away 30 days of their amazing, independent American soccer coverage for free. If you decide you want to turn that into a paid membership, they'll give you 10 percent off too. Just follow this link!Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron.

For the Glory KC is back with the 118th episode of the show!Sporting Kansas City had a very busy week with two more preseason games under their belts. Before that theylocked down the signings of Designated Player Manu Garcia and Russian winger Shapi Suleymanov. Sheena and I discuss where they fit into the team and if it makes us more confident going into CONCACAF Champions Cup and the 2025 MLS season.After the second preseason game againstMinnesota United, theKC Soccer Journal asked Peter Vermes where he still wants to add to the roster."Honestly, all over the place," started Vermes. "As I've told you guys before, we're in an area of trying to rebuild this team. I would say that there is no position, nothing that is off limits. We're going to continue to add players and move this team around."If you missed the preseason action, the games are available to stream in their entirety on YouTube. TheNYCFC game ended in a0-0 draw in a game mostly played by the starters. And the backups faced starters in arough 6-0 loss against MNUFC. We give our thoughts on what the results mean (not much), who played where (a little more), injury updates and the general state of the team heading towards the final preseason game.Beyond the action in the games, there were a bunch of random Sporting KC tidbits that came out this week.Roger Espinoza was spotted coaching players in both preseason games. Tim Melia, Johnny Russell and Andreu Fontasall showed up to the Super Bowl. MLS also released a ton of new roster rules, expertly explained bySixOneFiveSoccer.com's Chris Ivey in thethread on BlueSky.Part of that layout of rules confirmed that Sporting KC, along with all the other MLS teams, cannot receive General Allocation Money (GAM) for the sale of a DP. That means Alan Pulido won't be adding any GAM to SKC's roster, but at least they got off that terrible salary and added Dejan Joveljic in his place. Speaking of Pulido, after missing a few games injured for Chivas, he playedand scored in his second appearance.We also talk about how young this team has become, a few more Peter Vermes quotes, how likely Messi is to play on February 18th at Children's Mercy Park and answer a really good listener question about developing and selling players.It's not until the Digital Crawl, but SKC II announced the preseason roster and KCSJ's Mike Kuhn gave aquick breakdown of those players, including a few familiar names.Finally, theKC Current had a relatively quiet week, but they did announce two closed door preseason games. First, they'll playRacing Louisville on February 23rd and theChicago Red Stars on March 2nd.In the Digital Crawl, we touch on a few more topics, including:SKC II's US Open Cup announcement against the Des Moines MenaceJack Kortkamp got called up to the US U-17sAnd a ton of big MLS moves, including Cucho Hernandez leaving and Atlanta swinging bigHere is a rundown of topics (and approximate start times):More Sporting KC Signings - 8:00Two Preseason games for SKC - 18:24Random SKC Stories - 36:39How should Sporting KC handle youth development/sales - 52:49KC Current News - 1:00:53Digital Crawl - 1:12:10 As a special gift to For the Glory KC listeners and KC Soccer Journal readers, Backheeled dot com is giving away 30 days of their amazing, independent American soccer coverage for free. If you decide you want to turn that into a paid membership, they'll give you 10 percent off too.Just follow this link!Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron.

Jimmy Mack and Daniel Kooser discuss the changes Sporting Kansas City made in the front office before breaking down SKC's win over Austin in another victory pod. The guys react to honoring Roger Espinoza, Johnny Russell's postgame comments and more! — The best Kansas City sports coverage in one place. Download our app now! Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kcsn/id6443568374 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kcsn&hl=en — Subscribe to the KCSN Daily substack for film reviews, exclusive podcasts, KC Draft guide, discounts and access, giveaways, merch drops and more at https://kcsn.substack.com/subscribe FOLLOW US ON: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KCSportsNetwork Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kcsports.network/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/KCSportsNetwork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

S3E26 - For the Glory KC is back with the 91st episode of the show! Sporting Kansas City got themselves back in the win column this week for just the fourth time this season. On Saturday night, they shut out Austin FC 2-0, just their second shutout in 21 tries this season. The victory was picked up by quality finishing and even better defense. It also feels like someone over at Sporting KC in the technical staff may be listening to the podcast. Last week, we put out a loose plan for going forward in 2024. Stop playing guys that'll be gone after the year, unless you are trying to see if you need to bring them back. It wasn't perfect, as Andreu Fontas found the bench, but Johnny Russell and Tim Melia still started. Russell played lights out and Melia had very little to do since Austin only mustered two shots. SKC also played the midfield trio of Nemanja Radoja, Erik Thommy and Jake Davis, a group I've personally been clamoring to see together more. Davis did well to make up that ground coverage that Remi Walter supplies and a touch of physicality in the midfield this team doesn't have outside of Memo Rodriguez. The game also saw the return of Alan Pulido and Tim Leibold from injury, with Leibold scoring the game winner. Walter, Daniel Salloi and Robert Castellanos were all listed as questionable, but they all sat out the game. Speaking of physicality, it reminds us immediately of the retirement of Roger Espinoza. He was honored before the game and spoke to the media at halftime and a little in the locker room. The conversation wouldn't be complete without all the front office movement from the week. Brian Bliss is out, and Mike Burns is in, though not in exactly the same job. We'll have a better understanding of Burns' role after the Tuesday press conference as Peter Vermes asked we avoid asking about Burns in the post-game presser. Sheena and I give our initial impressions on the hiring and firing, knowing more information is coming down the line. The Kansas City Current continue to set records and hold back the opposition. In the past week they went to the Portland Thorns and won 4-1 and then returned home for a 2-0 win over the Houston Dash. We share our thoughts on those games, Temwa Chawinga, the river 'goal' and so much more. In the Digital Crawl, we hit a few other topics, including: Two NWSL coaching firings, both with KC ties A Memo Rodriguez transfer rumor The USMNT's up and down week at Copa America USWNT Olympic Roster is out and Kamron Habibullah is midseason MLS Next Pro MVP Here is a rundown of topics (and approximate start times): Sporting KC win! - 6:44 SKC do some hiring and firing in the front office - 45:58 KC Current win twice! - 1:14:15 Digital Crawl - 1:31:18 Upcoming Schedule: SKC II vs. Austin FC II - Sunday, June 30th @ 6:00 PM CDT USMNT vs. Uruguay - Monday, July 1st @ 8:00 PM Sporting KC at Colorado Rapids - Thursday, July 4th @ 8:30 PM KC Current vs. Orlando Pride - Saturday, July 6th @ 6:30 PM Sporting KC vs. FC Dallas - Sunday, July 7th @ 7:30 PM SKC II at Tacoma Defiance - Sunday, July 7th @ 9:00 PM We recently turned on "Listener Support." Don't feel obligated, but if you have a few spare bucks and are a fan of the pod, we'd appreciate your donation. As a special gift to For the Glory KC listeners and KC Soccer Journal readers, Backheeled dot com is giving away 30 days of their amazing, independent American soccer coverage for free. If you decide you want to turn that into a paid membership, they'll give you 10 percent off too. Just follow this link! Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/support

6-28-24 Blake Aerni and Jon Kempin break down SKC's recent form + we hear from Peter Vermes and Roger Espinoza on Espinoza's recent retirement.  We also preview this week's home match against Austin FC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday's Program featured the return of Soren. We opened the show talking about the first round of the NBA Draft, including what trends we saw and whether or not Johnny Furphy got bad advice staying in the Draft. Then we talked with Roger Espinoza, who recently announced his retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger Espinoza, former player for SKC, joined The Drive to discuss his decision to walk away from all professional soccer.

The Morning Footy crew react to the news of Roger Espinoza retiring from football by welcoming him into the show. Espinoza is 2013 FA Cup Champion with Wigan Athletic and is a 2012 & 2013 MLS Cup & US Open Cup Champion with Sporting KC. The group chat about his career, his greatest highlights, his time spent at Wigan, and what his next move will be career-wise. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9 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, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ 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 MF crew dive into the US Open Cup notable storylines including the Des Moines Menace who have attracted retired former Major League Soccer players to join the team during their run in this year's tournament. So far Sacha Kljestan, A.J. DeLaGarza, Roger Espinoza, and Tesho Akindele have now joined the club alongside Brian Rowe and Euan Holden as well. Also, the group chat about how the commentating team of Mike Watts and Devon Kerr dropped 235 Taylor Swift song titles during their play-by-play call of a recent match. And finally, the group chat about El Farolito's success as well as Vermont Green. Morning Footy is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  Follow the Morning Footy podcast on Twitter: @CBSSportsGolazo, @susannahcollins, @nicocantor1, @NotAlexis, @CharlieDavies9 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, Serie A, Coppa Italia, CONCACAF, NWSL, Scottish Premiership, the Brasileiro, Argentine Primera División by subscribing Paramount Plus: https://www.paramountplus.com/home/ 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

S3E13 - For the Glory KC is back with the 78th episode of the show! This week, we have a very special episode with not one, not two, but three hosts! I'm joined by some familiar names to those of you that read the KC Soccer Journal. Juan Cisneros and Xander Kennedy make their For the Glory KC debuts! Don't worry, Sheena will be back, but we just closed out an eight-day road trip with a seven-and-a-half-hour drive and only one of us was a soccer sicko enough to immediately make a podcast. We start the show with some Sporting Kansas City love as they picked up a huge three points on the road against Toronto FC. Sporting KC managed to pull off the win without the injured Alan Pulido (not to mention Johnny Russell and Andreu Fontas). It begs the question, is that a good or bad thing? Xander, Juan and I break down the lack of production from the forward line, but the goals still coming in elsewhere. We also get into the bangers scored by Remi Walter and Jake Davis, as well as the highly repeatable Alenis Vargas goal if Peter Vermes sticks with trusting his young and pacey backups. Plus, we can't avoid the goal at the death from Toronto, which was apparently over a half of a foot offside. In addition to all the goals scored, we dash around to various other topics including Memo Rodriguez stepping up his game, Sporting KC's propensity to shoot from distance, the return of Felipe Hernandez, Robert Voloder continuing to start and the return of the refs as PRO and the PSRA reached a new CBA. Before we fully move off of Sporting KC, we have to talk about Roger Espinoza returning for at least one game and it won't be too far from Kansas City. He will be joining the Des Moines Menace this Wednesday in the US Open Cup as they take on Union Omaha (in Nebraska). Which begs the question, who else should join Des Moines (or any other team) to try to make a cup run? The KC Current continued their strong form as well as they climbed to the top of the table off their third straight win. There were goals scored by Vanessa DiBernardo, Alexa Spaanstra, Temwa Chawinga and Bia, but it feels like they could have scored so many more. We also get into the level of their competition through the first three weeks and of course, the set piece defending. Plus, does the NWSL have a VAR problem? We've got some thoughts! In the Digital Crawl, we touch on the following topics: Kei Kamara to LAFC International call-ups for the KC Current International club soccer coming to CPKC Stadium USMNT over Mexico in the Nations League And the Messi/Arrowhead update Here is a rundown of topics (and approximate start times): Meet the Guest Hosts - 1:38 Sporting KC win on the road! - 4:47 Are these SKC goals sustainable? - 15:59 Repeatable goals, Sporting KC youth and Toronto's offside goal - 23:00 Roger Espinoza and the Des Moines Menace - 43:42 KC Current win at home (again)! - 55:27 Digital Crawl - 1:16:15 Upcoming Schedule: The KC Current have TWO weeks off Inter Miami vs. CF Monterrey (CCC) - Wednesday, April 3rd at 7:00 PM CST Des Moines Menace @ Union Omaha (US Open) - Wednesday, April 3rd at 7:30 PM USWNT vs Japan - Saturday, April 6th at 11:30 AM Sporting KC vs. Portland Timbers - Sunday, April 7th at 12:30 PM Spotify took away our ads, so we turned on "Listener Support." Don't feel obligated, but if you have a few spare bucks and are a fan of the pod, we'd appreciate your donation. Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/support

S03E03 - For the Glory KC is back with the 68th episode of the show! Sporting Kansas City, against everything I personally expected, did the right thing and moved on from Gavin Wilkinson. But somehow, they still got that wrong. From the non-apology given by Mike Illig to Peter Vermes' refusal to even entertain answering questions about the whole situation in Saturday's press conference. We have thoughts! We do get to actually talking soccer this time out though, getting into all the Sporting KC preseason news. From the roster to the schedule and the results of the first game. Plus, we catch up on that Kortne Ford signing that got lost last week. And did Roger Espinoza officially retire?  The KC Current are back in the news for many reasons. We catch up on their two trades and weigh in on yet another player being caught out by their trade. We also catch up on their rumored signings (Desiree Scott and Bia) as well as the 2024 NWSL College Draft. In the Digital Crawl, we touch on the following topics: 2026 World Cup Final location Former KC players/coaches update (Busio, Nguyen) A couple smart MLS trades from rivals St. Louis City and Real Salt Lake KC Current staff announcements Sam Mewis retiring More NWSL Expansion for 2026 Here is a quick rundown of topics (and approximate start times): Wilkinson is gone - 5:09 New controversy from the Wilkinson hire - 13:38 Sporting KC Preseason - 36:12 Sheena wants signings! - 44:29 Espinoza officially retired? - 50:48 Kortne Ford to SKC II - 53:40 Gautrat and Kizer Trades - 57:12 A Rumored three Current signings - 1:08:32 The NWSL draft - 1:12:28 Digital Crawl - 1:16:46 Spotify took away our ads, so we turned on "Listener Support." Don't feel obligated, but if you have a few spare bucks and a fan of the pod, we'd appreciate your donation. Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/support

We tried to prepare ourselves last week, but the finality of the decisions to move on from Graham Zusi and Roger Espinoza have us feeling some kind of way. We spend some time memorializing their impact and discuss how things may move forward from here. Speaking of moving forward, the roster decisions allowed Drew to do his annual nerdy spreadsheet work and talk through multiple ways SKC could potentially strengthen their roster this winter or perhaps in the summer. Things are far more positive than in years past while still having a good base of a team to work with. Music by The Spin Wires

S2E55 - For the Glory KC is back with the 62nd episode of the show! On this week's episode, Sporting Kansas City made a series of massive roster decisions likely ending the KC soccer careers of Roger Espinoza and Graham Zusi. Sheena and I commiserate, remember fond times and get some of the feels out about their departure. On top of that, we talk about if the moves make sense and how we wanted to see their careers end. Plus, could they end up on other clubs? There is a lot of Roger and Zusi talk to kick off the pod. Then we move to the other moves on the roster. From Kortne Ford and the center back situation to our child's proclamation that she has disowned the team over Cam Duke's departure. We can't skip Sheena's favorite player Remi Walter, or the news Johnny Russell is coming back and what that means for roster spend and flexibility. There is still a fair amount to discuss around the rest of the roster including Gadi Kinda, Kendall McIntosh, Stephen Afrifa, Willy Agada and more. Beyond that, Peter Vermes has already come out and said the team needs a backup goalkeeper, left back for the injured Ndenbe, another CB (they already have five), midfielders plural and help in the attack. With 24 roster spots filled and only six available, that's six players right there. We give an early preview of what else we think this team needs to do this offseason. Additionally, PV addresses the talk of a fourth Designated Player and changes to the current DP rules and we weigh in on that. Then we speed through the handball that PRO got wrong, and the Sporting KC II roster moves. Finally, we get to the Digital Crawl. We breeze through the following topics: The next USMNT friendly was announced Tim Howard is going into the soccer HOF Matt Miazga gets suspended And the MLS offseason calendar Here is a quick rundown of topics (and approximate start times): Thank you, listeners! - 5:11 Zusi and Espinoza are gone - 7:05 Ford, Duke, McIntosh, Russel, Remi, other moves and PV's needs - 28:20 Is there going to be a 4th Designated Player? - 49:46 PRO admits they got it wrong on the handball call - 55:55 SKC II's roster moves - 1:03:00 Digital Crawl - 1:06:25 Spotify took away our ads, so we turned on "Listener Support." Don't feel obligated, but if you have a few spare bucks and a fan of the pod, we'd appreciate your donation. Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/support

Sporting KC were unceremoniously eliminated from the MLS Cup playoffs Sunday night in Houston. The team maintained their 4-4-2 mid block/low-pressure setup meant to create counterattacking opportunities that worked so well against St Louis, but it was ineffective against Houston. We discuss the tactical plan, whether it was the most appropriate choice, and the struggles the team had in getting quality goal scoring chances from the transition events they created. There was of course a dubious non-call that blanketed much of the conversation of this game, so we give it the appropriate coverage, while also considering the mistakes outside the referees and how, while unlucky, it shouldn't be the primary focus of fans' ire. Graham Zusi and Roger Espinoza may have played their last minutes for Sporting KC, we discuss their impact at the club, and how the club still struggles to replace their influence. We will know Friday if one or both are sticking around, along with a number of other players. Next week will include a much deeper dive into roster construction going into 2024. A quick MLS Cup final prediction to close things out. Music by The Spin Wires

"Born in Honduras but made in America, Roger Espinoza is considered one of the best players in Sporting Kansas City history."Herc sat down with his former teammate Roger Espinoza. During their conversation, Roger shared anecdotes from his childhood in Honduras and his rookie years in MLS. He also mentions where he keeps the FA Cup medal he won with Wigan in 2013 and discusses his footballing experiences with the Honduran National Team in the 2012 Olympic Games.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

S2E50 - For the Glory KC is back with the 57th episode of the show! On this week's episode, Sporting Kansas City continue to blow minds, this time both San Jose and St. Louis fans learned the meaning of disappointment. Sheena and I breeze by that San Jose Earthquakes game to focus on the main event -- a potential three-game series against St. Louis City SC. Sporting KC landed the first blow with an amazing 4-1 road win in the cold and rainy conditions of CITYPARK. We discuss the refereeing of Ted Unkel, the commentary of Taylor Twellman and a whole lot of soccer. Sheena's boy Remi gets a goal. My boy Radoja plays lights out. Alan Pulido has a return to form with two assists. Gadi Kinda balled out. And Peter Vermes reads the KC Soccer Journal, clearly, as he rolls out our tactical plan to great success. Plus, we follow-up on the rumors that Roger Espinoza is set to leave in the offseason with a one-on-one locker room interview by yours truly. The KC Current are also in the news with the hiring of new head coach Vlatko Andonovski. We give our thoughts from his introductory press conference. Plus, the team announced the signing of a 15-year-old forward less than a week later. The youth movement is in full effect. And of course, the Digital Crawl, y'all! We dive into the following topics: The street car extension to the KC Current stadium is delayed Jahon Rad says farewell to Kansas City The USWNT play twice against Columbia Messi wins the Ballon D'or and Aitana Bonmati does so for the women Here is a quick rundown of topics (and approximate start times): Sporting KC Demolish St. Louis - 4:19 Sporting KC beat San Jose in PKs - 34:20 Roger Espinoza not done yet - 49:46 Vlatko Announced as KC Current coach - 52:10 Digital Crawl - 1:02:17 Upcoming Game Sporting KC vs. St. Louis City SC (Game 2) - Sunday, November 5th at 4:00 PM CST Spotify took away our ads (which is a win for most, because they pay so little and annoyingly break up the podcast), so we turned on "Listener Support." Don't feel obligated, but if you are a rich person and fan of the pod, we'll take your money. Big thanks to Splitter Conspiracy (listen to them here) for our theme music made with the permission of the KC Cauldron. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fortheglorykc/support

The Program opened Thursday's show talking about how running backs are handled and paid in the NFL. Then we related that to how the Chiefs should handle Isaiah Pacheco. Then we spoke with Sporting KC's Roger Espinoza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Khiry's back. An aging lineup. Tons of questions about the backline. Sporting KC opens the MLS season with a shutout loss. It's time to panic, right? A quick glance at fan reactions across the internet seem to indicate a resounding yes. With injuries to the three best players on the team, Peter Vermes once again trotted out an aging lineup against the Portland Timbers in the 2023 season opener. Relying too much on Graham Zusi, Roger Espinoza, and Ben Sweat is not something anybody wants to see this season. Khiry Shelton on the right wing was another one sure to have fans groaning. As new & returning players get to full fitness, what would you do with the Starting XI? We look at all options, including Marinos Tzionis, who turned in a solid shift off the bench. Many questions were answered... just not the way we wanted. Robert Voloder showed he still has kinks to work out. Ben Sweat is still Ben Sweat. A bright spot was Remi Walter. He was deployed in the holding midfield role and was probably the best player on the field for SKC. Erik Thommy, rocking the Captain's arm band, looked like he is ready to show us a new level to his game after an impressive first season. Is 1-0 away at Portland cause to panic? Reinforcements are coming and this lineup isn't exactly what we can expect all season. Next up is the Colorado Rapids, who will be missing the absolute pest of Diego Rubio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We had a strange week around here at The Blue Testament. Vox Media announced that MLS sites will no longer be "supported" by SB Nation. We don't have much info to offer an update at the moment, but we really appreciate all the support that has come our way and we want everyone to know this won't stop us! Thanks again for all the love this past week. We'll keep you updated on the next steps. Sporting KC made a very MLS trade involving fake money (GAM) and a chair on the bench (international roster spot). How many green cards are we up to these days? Roger Espinoza joins us from Arizona to give an update on preseason action. He's back again at age 36, but says his body is feeling good. Although he doesn't expect to replicate what Tom Brady is doing. The midfield will look quite different from last season with new faces like Radoja & Flores, and the return of Gadi Kinda. How exactly does Espinoza fit into the mix? During the scrimmage with the Portland Timbers last weekend, Roger & Diego Chara reminisced about their long careers of running into people. We talked about dipping his toes into coaching, high expectations for his wife Lo'eau LaBonta & the KC Current this year, Cristiano Ronaldo, and much more. It's always a good time hanging out with the future Sporting Legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The vets are back. Graham Zusi, Roger Espinoza, and Andreu Fontas will all three be returning for Sporting KC in 2023. It's safe to assume each of them is returning for less money. Fontas looks like the starter for next year, but what about Espinoza and Zusi? There are other healthy bodies in the midfield at the moment, but Roger always seems to find his way back into the starting lineup. How much will Kayden Pierre push Zusi for the starting job at right back? A few individual moments of lapses in judgment did in the Americans against The Netherlands in the Round of 16 at the 2022 World Cup. The young team was tired after expending everything to reach the main goal of surviving the group stage, and were beaten by a superior opponent. But Louis Van Gaal also got the best of Gregg Berhalter. Berhalter is a curious case and a hot-button issue among US Soccer fans. There's many reasons to disagree and dislike some of his decisions. But in this World Cup cycle the Yanks won a couple tournaments, qualified for the World Cup, and then advanced out of the group stage. Gregg did his job. What he failed to do was reach another level for the USMNT. The foundation has been laid, but it's time for a new voice. Is the sports washing working for Qatar right now, or has it brought issues into international view? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Future Sporting Legend Roger Espinoza joins the show! We talk with the Sporting KC midfielder about the 2022 season, his future with the club, how he supports his wife as the KC Current go through their playoff run, and much more. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @NoOtherPod, @DanKooser, and @JCMack03.

Riley and Remi are back in action to discuss the last three Sporting KC games - with smiles on their faces despite disappointing results. Gotta keep the spirits lifted, right?! Also, several listeners voted on our Instagram Player Profile poll, and Roger Espinoza was the clear winner. So, have a drink with us and cheers. Connect with us on Instagram @1SportingWayPod or email: 1sportingwaypod@gmail.com What were we drinking? Riley: Ole Smoky Moonshine Mountain 'Rita Remi: Vista Bay Hard Seltzer Ruby Grapefruit

Entrevista Dominical | Roger Espinoza, excarcelado político de Nicaragua

Roger Espinoza has been with the Sporting Kansas City franchise for so long, he was drafted by the Kansas City Wizards. His time as a player began before Peter Vermes became the manager of the club. Yes, he's been around for a long time. He's one of the most popular players on the roster because he always gives every ounce of effort. What you may not know is that Espinoza also has a great sense of humor, which he displays in today's interview.

It's Shades of Blue AFTER DARK! We recorded in the wee hours of the morning, fresh off a thrilling 4-2 extra time win for Sporting KC over FC Dallas in the US Open Cup. And to think... you almost forgot how much fun it is to watch SKC! The Starting XI turned some heads and one player's name was literally hand-written on the official scoresheet. Several youngsters were given their shot to make an impact. Who did? Kayden Pierre had a big opportunity to slide into the regular first team lineup. Jake Davis wasted zero time in proving he's a young Roger Espinoza by immediately getting a yellow card. Peter Vermes admitted the miserable 2-0 deficit at the half was his fault. Even though Ben Sweat straight up forgot he was playing soccer at one point. But whatever he did at halftime - it worked. This game had everything. Including a Khiry Shelton brace (kind of). Power Rankings for the best calves on the team. The two newcomers scored their first goals for Sporting. Vujnovic redeemed an otherwise quiet performance with the first goal. While Tzionis was a bright spot all night before he took the roof off the house with a 98th minute equalizer, the latest regulation time goal in club history. We take you behind the scenes of a Sporting KC press conference. Does the team hate Chad? Cody gets grilled on his knowledge (or lack thereof ) of the Kansas City Current and Sporting KC II. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He's a 35-year-old with a mountain of experience, but playing in the holding midfield role is still pretty new to Roger Espinoza. He wasn't caught off guard by having to play the 6 recently, because if you aren't versatile and ready for anything, you likely won't be on Peter Vermes' field anyway. He says he wished he had done better, but now he can use that "ammunition" to help turn things around for Sporting KC. Roger is a clear leader in the clubhouse, often mentoring and being tough on younger players. What would he say to his younger self with the long hair and full Roger-face? He recently married Lo'eau LaBonta of the Kansas City Current. She was once told by a coach to watch SKC and emulate a certain Honduran player. We talk about their competitive life at home and how they find the right balance away from soccer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week hosts Nate Bukaty and Aly Trost sit down with Sporting broadcast analyst Jacob Peterson to talk (Nate off the ledge) about USMNT in World Cup Qualifiers & preview Sporting's match against Real Salt Lake this weekend. Plus, veteran midfielder Roger Espinoza joins Nate and Aly to talk about this season, the SKC's rivalry with RSL, married life & more!

On today's edition of The Sporting KC Show, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Jacob Pederson talk about Sporting's recent 3-1 loss to Chicago before being joined by Roger Espinoza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was the match in Chicago terrible.. or just bad? The midfield is starting to become a real worry. Roger Espinoza wasn't supposed to be playing this much. Remi Walter is inconsistent. Will Cam Duke & Felipe Hernandez take that next step? Nikola Vujnovic hasn't had much of an impact on the attack in his first two games.. Do you miss Khiry Shelton yet? We give an update on the injury status for several players as Sporting KC prepares to face Real Salt Lake this weekend. Who, by the way, are somehow at the top of the Western Conference. Thanks for listening! Please subscribe, rate, & review. Or yell at us on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Now that we've had time to recover from Sporting KC's early exit in the MLS Cup Playoffs, we're back to close the book on the 2021 season. Even with the tough ending, it was another year of winning soccer for SKC Nation. Jaylin Lindsey is leaving for his spiritual home on Charlotte FC, and David thinks Peter Vermes is just picking on him. We check in on the progress of negotiations with Roger Espinoza & Graham Zusi. And finally.. which is a greater show of respect? Stained glass or a statue? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trey sits down with, RSL technical director, Kurt Schmid to talk about the final stretch of the 2021 season. Kurt shares his outlook on the state of the squad, what makes Damir Kreilach so valuable, and what it was like to watch Kyle Beckerman from the outside. One correction to a fact shared by WikiTrey in the episode: Olave is #2 all-time in red cards recieved, with 11, behind Roger Espinoza's 12 (Plenty of RSL-universe representation on that list though, Including Clint Mathis at #3, Mastroeni at #4, Tyrone Marshall at #5, and KB at #6). Bleeding Claret and Cobalt is presented by 1Wire Fiber 1Wire Fiber – A Utah-based IT & network company working with any sized businesses, creating custom solutions to meet all of your needs. Visit us at 1wirefiber.com or call us at 1-801-990-62001 Follow us on Twitter @ClaretCobalt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/claretandcobalt/message

In Los Angeles, it's not the leaves changing color, or a crispness in the air, or even the smell of pumpkin spice in every Starbucks and Trader Joe's that signal the coming of fall in 2021. This year, it's the sound of the 3252 roaring as our own Defender of the Banc, Mamadou Fall, scores a brace at the Banc to give LAFC its biggest win of 2021! It's Episode 165, the first of the post-Diego Rossi era, and it's Fall!The first 17 minutes-plus gave no indication of the season change that was coming. SKC dominated long stretches of the early part of the match, but LAFC's defense played well. In the 18th minute, LAFC earns a corner, taken by Eduard Atuesta. A perfect corner finds Mamadou Fall, the 18-year old Senegalese defender who has been a beacon of light on the rough seas of the 2021 season. Rising above the defense, Fall heads it cleanly into the back of the net to give LAFC a bit of a shock lead, 1-0. LAFC would hold serve through the first half and head to the locker room up a goal. In the second half, Red Card Roger reared his head once again, as Roger Espinoza is shown red for an unintentional-but-awful looking on Chicho Arango, and SKC was shook. Latif earns LAFC a free kick at the hour mark, and the pair of Atuesta and Fall were back at it! Off the set piece, Mamadou gets on the end of another perfect ball, heading it across goal for a brace and a two-goal lead for LAFC! 10 minutes later, Duke, Moose, and Chicho link up for LAFC's third, and it looked like the lead was finally safe from our 80th minute curse. Just to be sure, Eduard Atuesta buried a Musovski-earned PK in the 85th minute to put the Black and Gold up 4, and the party was on at the Banc!Also on this episode, Jordan Harvey gets some burn, Filly rants about the haters, and Scarf remembers Tommy Mark on the 3rd anniversary of his sudden passing. Of course, there's This Day In LAFC History, a rundown of our boys on international duty, and a short prayer to prevent injuries during kickball. We hope you enjoy Episode 165 almost as much as our incredible victory over Sporting! 

The Bulldog is back! We talk about Sporting KC re-signing Roger Espinoza to a one year contract, update the Gerso and Felipe contract situations, and discuss Besler to Austin FC. We also talk about our least favorite Sporting KC jerseys of all time, and the exciting announcements with the KC NWSL team! Follow us on Twitter @NoOtherPod, @DanKooser, and @JCMack03.

We talk about what the latest Sporting KC signing Remi Walter means for the team, particularly the midfield, and whether it signals what is to come with Felipe Gutierrez and Roger Espinoza. We also talk Christmas gifts, the MLS "force majeure" clause, and what the best seat in Children's Mercy Park is. Follow us on Twitter @NoOtherPod, @DanKooser, and @JCMack03.

Shades of Blue is back for the first offseason podcast and there is already plenty to talk about. A complete season wrap-up is coming soon, but first we talk rumors and renegotiations that are on the minds of Sporting Kansas City fans. FC Barcelona have joined Bayern Munich, among other clubs, with interest in youngster Gianluca Busio. What league around the world best suits the 18-year-old? How much money is he actually worth? Is it possible he leaves for free like Erik Palmer-Brown? So many questions. Sporting KC declined the option of their #10 Felipe Gutierrez, but he isn't gone just yet. The two sides are renegotiating the contract and we discuss the likelihood the Chilean will return for the 2021 season. Roger Espinoza is also in the same situation, although his contract had expired. This show is pretty confident a deal with get done for Roger, but what would the team look like without these two? In other earth shattering news, the MLS Re-Entry draft took place and Sporting picked up a goalkeeper after declining the options of Eric Dick & Richard Sanchez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Roger Espinoza talks about Hurricane Relief efforts for Honduras, and he and San Jose Earthquakes Analyst Danielle Slaton preview the first round playoff match between Sporting KC and San Jose

Dave Borchardt, Aly Trost and Chad Reynolds break down Sporting KC's 1-0 over FC Cincinnati. Hear from Peter Vermes, Ilie Sanchez and Roger Espinoza. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've got a new podcast fresh off a Peter Vermes press conference ahead of SKC's Saturday matinee against FC Dallas! Jimmy Mack joins Cody & Thad to get you ready for another important match. It took a few questions on the subject, but Vermes divulged more information on Alan Pulido's absence the last three matches. The striker is back to training with the team and is potentially available for selection on Saturday. Vermes continued to explain that Roger Espinoza is probably the only player he would list as "questionable". Might we see the return of Ilie? Or did Busio swoop his spot? Sporting Kansas City have played this team before, you might remember. It was yesterday, I think. Anyway we discuss the previous meetings with Dallas and what to expect this time around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wrapping up the MLS is Back Tournament and looking ahead to the restart of the regular season

7-20-20 The Program goes around the country two minutes at a time, as the Drill stops in Toronto, Houston, New York, and LA. The Program is also joined by Roger Espinoza of Sporting KC to talk about the victory of Colorado and to bring you the end of the hour question to win great food from Joe's KC BBQ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Sporting KC prepares to return to action, Kling asks MF Roger Espinoza about staying ready amidst the pandemic.

Roger Espinoza joins to talk about the return to individual training, and Kuzain talks about that as well as his upcoming semifinal matchup in the eMLS FIFA Tournament Special

This week on the Sporting KC Show, Nate Bukaty, Aly Trost and Carter Augustine are joined by Wan Kuzain and Roger Espinoza.

Roger Espinoza joins to share how his social distancing is going and talk about the FA Cup Final

Kling catches up with three of the vets, Matt Besler, Graham Zusi and Roger Espinoza after a hot start to the season

Nate Bukaty, Carter Augustine and Jacob Peterson discuss the upcoming Sporting season, and talk with Roger Espinoza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peter Vermes has added another piece to his midfield ahead of the 2020 season with the arrival of Gadi Kinda. In this episode Cody, Robert, and Thad cover all your questions about the 25-year-old out of Beitar Jerusalem. As it often goes, there has been some confusion around the terms of the deal. Is Kinda here on loan or is it just a straight transfer? His agent and former coach have referred to the deal as a transfer, while Sporting Kansas City says it is a loan. We also talk about the money and whether he is a Designated Player or not. But how important are those labels anymore anyway? Vermes sees Kinda as a box-to-box, #8 midfielder who possesses the strict defensive standards he requires from his players, while being dangerous going forward as well. So where will he play? Will he fight Roger Espinoza for playing time? Robert wonders what this means for the plethora of young talent with SKC and if it will be another year where the likes of Felipe Hernandez & Gianluca Busio aren't able to get enough first team minutes. The move gives Vermes options on all lines now. They can be adaptable as is required by the league now. We look at different ways Kinda can be used and who he might play with. The question that will always be asked.... is he worth the money? The league has changed and what it takes to get a younger player with potential costs a pretty penny. SKCII have also added a key piece. Kaveh Rad featured heavily last year and now the 18-year-old academy kid got a professional contract. Thad explains that his path could set the example needed to keep prospects from going to play in the NCAA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kling catches up with Sporting KC vet Roger Espinoza to reflect on this season, his career, and his reputation as Red Card Roger

Sporting KC drew their final 2019 home game 2-2 against Portland Timbers. Andy Edwards talked about what goals from Krisztián Németh (19:05) and Daniel Salloi (9:00) mean for each of them moving forward. Roger Espinoza set an MLS record (27:38).     Patreon subscribers were able to learn about Connor Hallisey's new business ventures in the Discord while listening to the postgame show live. www.patreon.com/talkintouches  

The podcast is back after a buy week to discuss Sporting Kansas City's loss to FC Dallas, players returning from injury, and give a preview of Friday's match in NYC. There was something in the stadium on July 20th that prevent anyone from making a shot on target. Everyone except Dallas, that is. We discuss Saturday's Media Game and how Cody wasn't the only one who couldn't manage a shot on target. SKC took 18 shots on the day and it wasn't until later in the 2nd half they managed to get two of them on goal. Coming off two straight wins it was a gut punch to lose this one at home. But the return of Roger Espinoza was a breath of fresh air and something this team was missing desperately for too long.  We have seen the light at the end of the tunnel for this stretch of injuries and everyone is back training except for Jaylin Lindsey and Rodney Wallace. Roger is a big one but while we still have the famous question of "Who is the striker" right now, Erik Hurtado will be welcomed back with open arms. We have a lineup discussion at all parts of the field. Does Yohan Croizet or Krisztian Nemeth get the nod up top? Who do you play in the absence of Felipe Gutierrez (yellow card accumulation)? Benny Feilhaber or Gianluca Busio? Does Vermes change the back line after a shaky performance last week? New York City FC has historically (heh) been defined by big stars, but they are finding success this season without a household name. They know how to play on their small field, but unleashing crazy people like Espinoza and Croizet in a small area might be really fun to watch. As always, you'll find a lot of positivity and optimism as we look ahead to this match.  ...Especially without Thad on the pod this week.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Riddled with injuries and inter-state duty, the podcast roster was down to Cody and Thad this week. But the summer of soccer has given us a lot to discuss as of late. The United States Women's National Team are FIFA World Cup Champions for the fourth time and the celebrations have been so much fun to watch! The USMNT were able to make the Gold Cup final against Mexico, but still came up a bit short falling 1-0. And SKC get a much needed win that hopefully marks the beginning of their climb through the ranks of the West. With Megan Rapinoe & Rose Lavelle netting the goals, the US took down the Netherlands to become World Champs yet again. The country, especially Kansas City, were all the way behind them and the party has yet to stop. The girls are enjoying the wave, but how long will this last? Can the NWSL parlay this hype into something more for the sport? The scenes from PnL (somehow) had some wondering if fans were to blame for the demise of FCKC. Thad is a HUGE fan of the women's game and we discuss the failures of their ownership as well as problems with fans. We also spent some time on the USMNT's Gold Cup performance. While the end result may not have been what everyone wanted, there was progress made. We are witnessing a changing of the guard as Weston McKennie, Aaron Long, and Christian Pulisic take charge of the team. But there is still clearly a long way to go - on the field and off. Can Omar Gonzalez really be a part of the team going forward? The same could be asked of Michael Bradley as well.  Yohan Croizet has scored in back-to-back matches and Sporting Kansas City moved out of last place in the Western Conference. The Transfer Window has opened and Peter Vermes claims to be looking at 30 players, but Cody & Thad think the most useful reinforcements will come by way of players returning from injury. Aside from Jaylin Lindsey and Rodney Wallace, everyone is training again. Roger Espinoza is on the road back for a huge boost in the midfield, and Erik Hurtado is nearing a return as well. Hurtado should light a fire under the struggling Krisztian Nemeth. There will be some choices to make for the lineup against the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday. We come up with a game-plan for the lineup and substitutions to get a win. The fans are leaning towards Graham Zusi over Nico Hasler, but perhaps more surprising is Croizet leading the way over Nemeth at striker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Edwards and Charles Gooch begin the show discussing Andy's article for The Athletic on Yohan Croizet (2:44). The they dive into a video from Bill Reno at everybodysoccer.com on what's been wrong with Tim Melia this year (20:08). Finally, Roger Espinoza has fully returned to training (34:35). This is our Thunder Road.  Support Talking' Touches on Patreon. www.patreon.com/talkintouches  

Sporting Kansas City took a week off and the podcast decided to use that time to recover as well. Cody, Aly, Robert, and Thad were back in the studio to cover a very busy summer of soccer. The Women's World Cup is in full swing and the USWNT caused a stir with their celebrations in a 13-0 win. The United States Men's National Team kicks off the Gold Cup after struggling heavily as of late. Plus, Sporting Kansas City will try to pull themselves out of a slump against the Columbus Crew this weekend. Aly and Thad have some strong opinions on Megan Rapinoe's (perhaps) excessive celebration. This is the World Cup, not little league. But where do you stand? Was this a close-knit team having fun - or was it rubbing it in the face of a team that didn't stand a chance? The USMNT has been quite the dumpster fire and they haven't inspired a ton of confidence heading into the Concacaf Gold Cup that they kicked off on Wednesday night. The team has gotten away from what so many fans took pride in - grit. What is the minimum this team needs to show in this tournament? The lineup for Sporting Kansas City is slowing starting to look better. Despite still missing likes of Roger Espinoza, Peter Vermes has a lot more firepower to work with. We ask the question, "Can things get any worse?" Players are returning and it feels like brighter days are ahead, but things must improve quickly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Bukaty and Carter Augustine discuss the US national teams, and talk with Roger Espinoza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3-12-18 Nate Bukaty and Carter Augustine look back at SKC's win over Philadelphia and preview the upcoming CONCACAF Champions League match. Roger Espinoza and Director of Sports Performance Mateus Manoel stop by as guests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GOOOOOOOOOOOOoooooooooooaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaalllllllllllllllllll!   Episode 85 of the podcast takes us onto the soccer pitch for the very first time. Roger Espinoza of Sporting Kansas City sits down to share his version of the American Dream. Originally from Honduras, Espinoza shares a truly amazing story of coming to the United States, playing at the highest levels, and living out his dreams.   Tim and Roger talk about how Roger moved to Colorado from Honduras when he was 12 years old. Their conversation takes them through Roger's dad coming to America, waiting over a decade to be able to bring his family along, and how playing soccer and living in America created special opportunities for Roger.   “I am not that fast, I am not that skillful… I'm gonna to stick to who I am.”   Espinoza's career has taken a few of those special, almost unbelievable, Moonlight-esque twists. After moving to Denver and graduating from high school, Espinoza went to Yavapai College in Arizona. After two successful years there, he played one year of semi-pro and then went to Ohio State University. Espinoza set the Big Ten on fire and warned several homies, including being named All Big Ten. He left Ohio State after one year and was drafted by Sporting KC in 2008. Espinoza also played for Wigan Athletics in the English Premier League, which is considered the best soccer league in the world. Among his career highlights, Espinoza shares some of his favorite memories as a member of the Honduras national team in 2010 and 2014.   This week's interview walks through Espinoza's life and career in the Big Ten, the Premier League, and the World Cup as well as his views on American football and other sports. Though this is our first soccer interview, Moonlighters will identify with Roger Espinoza's passion for competition and stories from the highest levels of sports.

Jillian and Chris broke down the road to the MLS Cup Playoffs for Sporting Kasnas City, hearing from Tim Melia, Roger Espinoza and Daniel Salloi. The two also featured UMKC Athletics. Men's basketball Head Coach Kareem Richardson shared insight on the team. Xavier Bishop shared team goals and his thoughts on his 27 pt performance.

En esta ocasión, tuve la oportunidad de platicar Roger Espinoza, mediocampista de Sporting Kansas City. Roger es uno de los jugadores franquicia y está disputando su novena temporada con el cuadro azul. Roger además pasó por el fútbol inglés con el Wigan Athletic entre 2013 y 2014. A nivel de selección, Roger ha representado a Honduras en los mundiales de Sudáfrica 2010 y Brasil 2014 además de los Juegos Olímpicos de Londres en el 2012. Roger y yo charlamos, entre otras cosas, de los inicios de su carrera, de las figuras de las que más ha aprendido y de su nuevo rol como un líder de su equipo. Finalmente, Roger me dio su once ideal compuesto únicamente por compañeros con los que ha jugado.

Sporting Kansas City's Matt Besler, Graham Zusi, Roger Espinoza and Ilie all just signed multi-year contracts. The gang discusses what that means for SKC and specualtes on how long the new contracts. Are these guys all locks to be Sporting Legends? Who should be Sporting Legends?  The crew chat a little about the Seattle game and the calls before breaking down the upcoming Orlando match. What kind of reception will former SKC's Dom Dwyer and Uri Rosell get?  With a number of international call-ups, who wil Peter Vermes play? Who should he play?   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September 5th, 2018 Sam McDowell, of the KC Star, joined The Program to discuss all the deals Sporting signed with Roger Espinoza, Matt Besler, Graham Zusi and Illie Sanchez. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The gang are back together after missing a week for life reasons. Since we were last together Sporting KC lost twice and a lot of fans are worried. We discuss the loss in Salt Lake and break down the upcoming match with Toronto. What will Vermes do with so many players unavailable? Roger Espinoza and Daniel Salloi will both be unavailble after Red cards last match. Only three midfielders are available, will SKC go experimnetal with the lineup?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6-27-18 Sporting KC's Roger Espinoza joins the show to break down the club's recent play and the World Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

April 25, 2018 Steven and Nate talk to Sporting KC Midfielder Roger Espinoza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What a fun #TheShowKC today! We celebrate #TBT with the return of the Throwback Throwdown...where each one of us picks a throwback song, you vote by text or Facebook, and the winning song gets played at the end of the show. Will this be the week that Shaylee posts her first loss in this segment? Will Jen convince her entire family to vote? Listen and find out. Midfielder Roger Espinoza came by to preview this weekend's home opener and register his vote for Throwback Throwdown. We play a round of Think In Sync to give away Lorde tickets. Tomorrow we get ready for the Oscars!

Here they are, the top 9 moments from this year of #TheShowKC as picked by Shaylee. It's all here: Love in the Chip Aisle, April the giraffe, Roger Espinoza vs. Ike Opara, and more. Listen and relive some of the great moments of the year!

A feud is brewing in the @SportingKC locker room and #TheShowKC is right in the middle of it! On yesterday's Show, midfielder Roger Espinoza, when asked to name the dirtiest person in the locker room, threw down @IkeOpara's name. This didn't sit well with Opara, a Man of the People as his teammates call him. In the interest of fairness and equal time, The Show extended an offer to Opara to come on today and refute Roger's claims, which he does vociferously -- in addition to throwing Erik Palmer-Brown under the bus. Where does this end? The saga continues...catch Roger, Ike, Erik and the rest of Sporting KC at the home opener tomorrow night!

With days to go before the 2017 home opener, #TheShowKC caught up in studio with midfielder Roger Espinoza. Roger gave us some insight on his daily routine, how he gets pumped up for games and even threw Ike Opara under the bus for "dirtying up" their corner of the locker room....oh! Drama! #SKC

Nate Bukaty hosts the SKC show along with Carter Augustine and Jillian Carrol, and they discuss the season opener vs DC United and get you pumped for another exciting season of soccer. Hear from Roger Espinoza, Seth Sinovic, Graham Zusi and Gerso Fernandes as well on the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate Bukaty and Carter Augustine host the SKC show along with their guest host, and talk about all the latest surrounding the team. They talk to Swope Park Rangers head coach Marc Dos Santos and SKC midfielder Roger Espinoza as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nate Bukaty and Carter Augustine host the Sporting KC show and are joined by defensive mid Roger Espinoza as well as soccer blogger Cody Bradley. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first midweek action of the year meant less sleep but more MLS, and that’s just fine. Things aren’t “fine” for last year’s powers, however. The table is upside down, at least compared to 2015, and Andrew, Matt, and David break down the surprising Wednesdaynight results then look ahead to the weekend. With Colorado riding high, how will the upcoming addition of Jermaine Jones affect their playoff chances? Will he be more impactful than Didier Drogba, who could come back this weekend for Montreal? The guys also talk SkyCam in KC, the wonderful life of Chris Wondolowski and the imminent departure time of the Tommy Thompson hype train.   In the second segment, Sporting KC's midfield duo of Roger Espinoza and Jordi Quintilla stop by the studio on the heels of a Justin Bieber concert. They discuss their respective paths to KC, the players and teams they hate playing against and best tactics for pushing through a postgame jersey trade.   It’s time to go off topic in the mailbag. First, the guys ponder which MLS player should host a podcast, help a lonely MLS fan pick the best match to attend and make some bold Copa America Centenario predictions.

Who won and who lost the MLS offseason? Did your team’s moves come out on top or has your club just not done enough. One of the top pickups of the offseason isn’t an MLS newbies, it is league veteran Roger Espinoza. He stops by to discuss his return to Kansas City, wedding gifts for Dom Dwyer, and his time in England.   In the second segment the guys jump into their time machine as they begin to worry about how the 2022 winter World Cup will affect the MLS season. What would you do to fit the season in? And is a 48-team World Cup in two different countries in the cards?    In the mailbag we get a chance to hear who goes on your US Soccer “Mount Rushmore” or if there should even be one. Plus the guys dole out advice to their friend on who he should bring with him to the USA-Mexico friendly. And to close out Simon gets your mouth drooling with his favorite Maltese delicacies (hint: Bugs Bunny won’t be a fan.)   Email us at ExtraTime@MLSsoccer.com or tweet us at @ExtraTimeRadio.

Alineación Honduras: Noel Valladares, Brayan Beckles, Maynor Figueroa, Víctor Bernárdez, Emilio Izaguirre, Andy Najar, Wilson Palacios, Roger Espinoza,... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this weeks panel are Barry, Dan, Rob, Greg, Gareth and Paul T We start off with a look back at the Maribor Europa League game, a fantastic occasion, historic night and a great display from the Latics, plus just how good was Jean BeausejourNext up it is a look back at the weekends big Championship game when local rivals Blackburn made the short trip from East Lancashire to the DW Stadium, a game with quite a bit of incident, a red card and a last minute winning goalWe finish off with a roundup of the latest hot topics surrounding the club – possible new loan signing South Korea international Park Chu-Young, Roger Espinoza's exclusion from the team and Shaun Maloney's injury

Neil and T-Bone welcome former Buckeyes Matt Lampson and Roger Espinoza on the show as they preview the Crew's friendly against Wigan Athletic.

Barry, Rob, Gareth and Dan are in the studio this week, the topics are Newcastle away, penalty decisions, sending offs and 2nd half performances. Roger Espinoza, welcome !hola. QPR, are they really that bad? A streaker also interupts proceedings, very strange