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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin's last-second loss in Frisco. They are also joined by Apple TV's Marcelo Balboa for a wonderful chat about his background, modern sports science, and to preview the upcoming matches against Seattle and New England. Other topics and questions include:- Moontower Soccer is expanding the team (apply here)- Austin FC II get another chance to clinch playoffs- Landon reveals his pedantry (and no one is surprised)- The almost good performance at FC Dallas- Should Wolff have pulled Pereira?- Are we okay with Hedges wearing FCD jersey after the loss?- Seattle Sounders/New England Revolution previews w/ Marcelo Balboa (50:16)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin's brutal loss in St Louis. Other topics and questions include:- Austin FC II youth movement update- Lineup surprises- Health updates- Finlay our new favorite player?- Cascante's worst game in verde?- Disagreement about Stuver's performance- Josh Wolff temperature check- FC Dallas Preview - moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin's upcoming free agent list. Who should stay, who should go? They are also joined by Apple TV's Sonny Guadarrama to preview the upcoming match against St Louis City. Other topics and questions include:- Vote to get Moontower into SXSW- Which free agents should Rodo keep?- Why is Rodney not on this list?- What we learned from the NYCFC friendly - Was dropping Romaña a mistake?- St Louis City preview w/ Sonny Guadarrama (32:06)- A look ahead to the remaining games- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap Austin FC's disappointing 1-3 Leagues Cup loss to Mazatlan and discuss the possible Matt Hedges trade. They also preview the upcoming Leagues Cup match versus FC Juarez. Other topics and questions include:- All Star recap- Landon makes a bold claim about Hedges- Would this deal be a good value?- Borrell's Athletic interview- Austin FC miss Driussi and Pereira against Mazatlan- Juarez Leagues Cup preview (51:03)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's up and down week with a 2-1 loss in Vancouver and a 2-1 win at home against SKC. They preview Friday's Leagues Cup match versus Mazatlan. Other topics and questions include:- Where to watch Austin's All-Star players- (Landon was wrong about the MLS Next stream)- Messi announced on slippery walkway- Tight transfer budget enough to help?- Romaña to return?- Vancouver Whitecaps recap- Sporting Kansas City recap- Learning moments for a young CB- Replacements perform for injured Dani and Seba- Mazatlan Leagues Cup preview (1:03:40)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the shocking 4-1 blowout in Minnesota and Borrell's intro press conference. They are also joined by Apple TV's Paul Dolan to preview the upcoming matches against the Vancouver Whitecaps and Sporting Kansas City. Other topics and questions include:- Highlights from the Borrell press conference- Brandan Craig on loan from Philly- Does CJ Fodrey need a new challenge?- Minnesota United recap (25:45)- Driussi , Stuver, and Fagundez show up against the run of play- Landon bravely criticizes Dani Pereira- Was it a penalty?- Keller's performance- Vancouver and SKC previews w/ Paul Dolan(53:17)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss our expectations for new Sporting Director, Rodolfo Borrell, and recap the 1-1 draw in Miami. They are also joined by Apple TV's Jaime Macias to preview the upcoming away match at Minnesota United. Other topics and questions include:- Jon Gallagher is an MLS All-Star!- Ervin Torres makes MLS Next All-Stars- Stuver nominated for ESPY- Djitte loaned again- Does Rodolfo Borrell have the right experience?- Inter Miami recap (33:16) - Can Austin be good when Driussi and Fagundez aren't?- Minnesota United preview w/ Jaime Macias (56:00)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap the 3-0 wins against Dallas and Houston, and are also joined by Apple TV's Chris Wittyngham to preview the upcoming away at Inter Miami. Other topics and questions include:- Rado plays his last game- Transfer season is getting close- Sergino Dest visits Austin- Big performances against Dallas and Houston- Austin FC's defensive shift- Copa Tejas scenarios- Inter Miami preview w/ Chris Wittyngham (58:15) - moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Apple TV's Sacha Kljestan to preview the upcoming Copa Tejas matches against Dallas and Houston. Mike and Steph from Swoontower Soccer also stop by for a listener question segment. Other topics and questions include:- Rado update- How do we feel about Messi in MLS?- Dani Pereira's Venezuela debut- Austin FC II update- Dallas and Houston previews w/ Sacha Kljestan (17:50)- Listener Questions w/ Steph and Mike (35:56)- Long-haired Landon playing rock and roll- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by John Muller of the Athletic to discuss what the data says about whether or not soccer managers actually matter. Other topics and questions include:- Radovanovic on the way out?- Vaisanen injury update- Lackluster performance in Kansas City- Do Managers Matter? with John Muller (30:38)- Read John's article on the subject at The Athletic- Do the players still back Wolff?- Which players could be out in the transfer window?- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's win against Minnesota United and the loss against RSL. They're also joined by Apple TV's Adrian Healey to preview the upcoming Sporting Kansas City match. Other topics and questions include:- Owen Wolff out at U20 World Cup- Dani Pereira called up for Venezuela - Ticket prices rise in Austin- Minnesota Recap- RSL Recap- We have wingers again- #WolffOut picks up momentum- Sporting Kansas City preview w/ Adrian Healey (1:00:35)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Jeremiah and Kevin Morris discuss Austin FC's loss in the US Open Cup and Copa Tejas loss in Houston. They are also joined by Apple TV's Tony Husband to preview the upcoming game against Minnesota United. Other topics and questions include:- Owen Wolff U20 World Cup Update- Ervin Torres called in to USA U16s- Vaisanen injury update- Chicago Fire beat up on a sluggish Austin FC- Zardes gets 100th goal- Last minute loss in Houston- Return of #WolffOut- Minnesota United Preview w/ Tony Husband - RSL Preview- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's double win week, and are joined by Apple TV's Eric Krakauer to preview the upcoming games in the Open Cup against the Chicago Fire and the Copa Tejas match against the Houston Dynamo. Other topics and questions include:- Owen Wolff's assist in U20 World Cup - Austin FC player salaries released- Dani Pereira to debut for Venezuela?- Seattle Sounders recap (16:09)- Austin's new defensive structure- Toronto Recap- Where will Driussi fit into this shape- Landon proposes banning the word "winger" - Chicago Fire and Houston Dynamo previews w/ Eric Krakauer (49:45)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's 2-0 Open Cup win against New Mexico United, and recap the 0-1 loss to FC Dallas after the Redes red card. They are also joined by Apple TV's Maurice Edu to preview the upcoming games away to the Seattle Sounders and at home against Toronto. Other topics and questions include:- Just Keep Playing Memorial Tournament Sign-Up - Owen Wolff in Argentina- US Open Cup details- Decisive victory over New Mexico in the Open Cup- RODNEY! RODNEY! RODNEY!- Austin were the better team against FC Dallas, until...- Rodney Redes red card- Is Dallas a rival?- Seattle Sounders and Toronto FC previews w/ Mo Edu (50:38)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Kevin Morris recap the last-minute 2-2 draw in Portland and they preview the US Open Cup match against New Mexico United. They are also joined by Apple TV's Steve Cangialosi to preview FC Dallas. Other topics and questions include:- Austin FC Health Report - How many games will Owen Wolff miss for the World Cup?- Cascante rejoins the team in a back 5- Why did this work better? - (Kevin also wrote an article about this - read here)- Redes resurgence continues- New Mexico United scouting report- FC Dallas Preview with Steve Cangialosi (1:03:16)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap the encouraging signs from the San Jose game, and are also joined by Apple TV's Max Bretos to preview the match away at the Portland Timbers. Other topics and questions include:- Patreon last call- US Open Cup vs New Mexico United details- Reasons to be hopeful vs San Jose- Complexity through simplicity- Reviews of performances by Redes, Lundvist, and Valencia - 5 Second Rule- Portland Timbers Preview with Max Bretos (51:48)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah interview Austin FC II Head Coach, Brett Uttley, about his team's early success. They're also joined by Apple TV's Heath Pearce to preview the San Jose Earthquakes match. Other topics and questions include:- Patreon reminder- US Open Cup details - Fagundez injury update- Austin FCito vs Galaxy 2- LA Galaxy Review- Wolff says expect change. But how?- Wolff's seat heating up?- Interview with Austin FC II coach, Brett Uttley (41:02)- San Jose Earthquakes Preview with Heath Pearce (1:08:01)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah interview the frustrating and encouraging parts of Austin FC's home draw against the Vancouver Whitecaps. They're also joined by Apple TV's Mark Rogondino to preview the LA Galaxy match. Other topics and questions include:- Patreon reminder- Cascante extension confirmed- Zan Kolmanic has ACL surgery - Claudio Reyna officially out?- Austin FC II Roundup- Austin's attack better, but still not great- Driussi is human- Fagundez injured- LA Galaxy Preview with Mark Rogondino (46:18)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah interview Extra Time's David Gass about the GA Cup and what it means for the Austin FC U15s to win it. They're also joined by Apple TV's Adrian Healey to preview the Vancouver Whitecaps match. Other topics and questions include:- Patreon reminder - Radovanovic in town according to Instagram- Cascante extension confirmed?- LAFC 3 - Austin 0 - Bouanga can't be stopped- What is broken with the offense?- Is it the players or Wolff?- GA Cup and Austin FC Academy chat with David Gass (26:57)- Vancouver Whitecaps preview with Adrian Healey- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah have an interview with Austin FC goalkeeper, Brad Stuver, and are joined by Apple TV's Taylor Twellman to preview the LAFC match. Other topics and questions include:- New Patreon rewards are live!- Cascante extension reported- Radovanovic arriving soon?- Austin FC Academy competing in GA Cup- Burton starts for Austin FCito- LAFC Preview with Taylor Twellman (23:47)- Brad Stuver Interview (45:32)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss ATXII's first ever match and the first team's disappointing draw against the Colorado Rapids. Other topics and questions include:- Hanging with the Stuvers at The Laundry Project event - Aleksandar Radovanovic scouting report- First team layers loaned to second team- What does that mean?- International update on Vaisanen and Wolff- ATXII beat the Dynamo in season opener - Colorado Rapids recap (33:28)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's rough week, why it happened, and how they might be able to fix it. Other topics and questions include:- Vaisanen, Wolff, and Byaruhanga leave for national duty - ATXII tickets on sale- Austin get CONCACAFed- Houston Dynamo recap - Why isn't the offense ticking?- Is Wolff trying to fix what wasn't broken?- Urruti vs Zardes and Valencia vs Wolff- Colorado Rapids preview (59:15)- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's 2-1 road win at Real Salt Lake, and preview Tuesday's CONCACAF Champions League second leg against Violette and all of the bizarre story lines surrounding it. They are also joined by Apple TV's Maurice Edu to preview the upcoming game at the Houston Dynamo. Other topics and questions include:- Violette's unfortunate visa drama - More damning details revealed in Reyna investigation- RSL analysis (24:10) - Gallagher and Teen Wolff shine - Dani Pereira becoming a complete player- Landon STILL thinks Zardes looks pretty good- Houston Dynamo preview with Mo Edu (58:40)- Bonus discussion with Mo about Gyasi Zardes (1:14:33)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's first MLS win of the year, and their first taste of CCL heartbreak. They are also joined by Apple TV's Keith Costigan to preview the upcoming game at Real Salt Lake. Other topics and questions include:- Cascante injury details - Josh Wolff tactics as a soccer jersey- CF Montreal recap- We are all the left center back- Zardes earning his starting spot? - Violette CCL loss (41:28)- Keller or Tarek performance worse?- Real Salt Lake preview with Keith Costigan (58:40)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the disappointing season opener against St Louis City and are joined by Apple TV's Jamie Watson to preview the upcoming game vs CF Montreal. Other topics and questions include:- Diego Fagundez extends contract - Driussi named captain, Ring benched- Jhojan Valencia receives green card- New MLS playoff format- Austin FC's new attacking shape good or just new?- How many of the goals were Keller's fault?- Did Jared Stroud call for the ball?- Who should start next match?- CF Montreal preview with Jamie Watson- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the final preseason games and take a crack at putting together a depth chart before the season opener against St Louis CITY. Other topics and questions include:- Driussi contract details and what they mean- Jersey release and mixed opinions- Micah Burton impressing for US U17s- Is this really the starting lineup?- Preseason notes from our mole- Landon's tactical wish list- CB depth after Romaña returns to Paraguay- Full depth chart review- STL CITY preview- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah interview Adrian Healey and Gyasi Zardes. They also cover the latest preseason friendly and some transfer and contract news. Topics and questions include:- Carlos Vela's nephew signs for ATXII- Will Bruin officially announced- Micah Burton playing well with USA U17s- Driussi contract extension imminent - Austin FC jersey release on Wednesday- Adrian Healey Interview (26:45)- Apple deal still a work in progress- Who is Adrian's analyst partner?- Who is calling Austin FC's first game?- Gyasi Zardes Interview (53:25)- Impressions of Austin FC and the city- Family life- The art of playing strikerZardes Interview on YouTubeYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Games Master Marcelo Teson for the 2023 Preseason Over/Under Predictions. They also look at the El Paso friendly, discuss the latest transfers and rumors. Topics and questions include:- Will Bruin starts against El Paso- Why is Valencia in Colombia?- Landon's formation prediction- Why a closed-door friendly at Q2?- Apple/MLS content- Moussa Djitte leaves for France- Jhohan Romaña back to Paraguay?- 2023 Preseason Over/Under Predictions (33:40)You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss new signings, the latest transfer rumors, and Claudio Reyna's job change. Other topics and questions include:- What we learned from ATXII media availability- Vaisanen arrives in Austin- What will Amro Tarek's role be?- Moussa Djitte on the way out? - Is it to make room for Will Bruin?- Wolff fires shots at Romaña over fitness- Claudio Reyna steps down as Sporting Director- Listener Questions- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Travis Greenfield of Los Nerdes Verdes to discuss their statistical analysis of Austin FC. They also analyze preseason and answer A LOT of listener questions. Other topics and questions include:- Violette players' visas denied- We overreact to the preseason game- Where is Moussa Djitte?- Will Vaisanen get here in time to start vs STL?- Anthony De Anda signs for ATXII- Healey and Guadarrama join Apple team- Allocation Order is dead!- Many listener questions (43:20)- Los Nerdes Verdes interview (1:01:44)- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss what Adam Lundqvist means for Austin FC's depth and why that is so important this year. Other topics and questions include:- Preseason camp in Florida- Rodney Redes's agent says he's staying- Is Adam Lundqvist a starter?- How many games could Austin FC play this year?- Apple TV announces broadcast team- Will Adrian Healey be added to the broadcast team?- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah catch up on a crazy amount of team news, including player transfers in and out, the Reyna national team drama, the "kit leak" and much more. Other topics and questions include:- Players reported to training- Leo Vaisanen officially signs with Austin- Ruben Gabrielsen returns to Norway for family reasons- Pochettino makes permanent move to Brazil- Rodney Redes on the move?- SuperDraft picks revisited- "Kit Leak"- Austin FC II signs three players from abroad- Reyna drama- moreYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah give the latest transfer rumor updates, talk to Seth Rau about the 2023 schedule, and interview Bryan C. Parker about his latest article in Austin Monthly covering everything that went into the first two years of Austin FC as a club. Topics and questions include:- Leo Vaisanen rumor heats up- Who is Hasan Kurucay?- Are all of these deals dependant on each other?- Clement Diop as Austin FC's new backup keeper?- Seth Rau on the 2023 Austin FC schedule and away days (22:22)- Bryan C. Parker on Austin FC's quick rise to success (39:57)- Read Bryan's Austin Monthly article hereYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah cover transfer rumors new and old, and profile the SuperDraft picks. Marcelo Teson also joins to host an Austin FC Quiz Show. Topics and questions include:- Gabrielsen leaving?- Why was CJ Fodrey still available at 13?- How much will the draft picks contribute this year?- Marcelo's Austin FC Quiz Show (25:18)- Join the Patreon to see the video of the quizYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the latest Austin FC transfer rumors and new details about Austin FC II. Other topics and questions include:- Annual New Year's Day Hangout- Brett Uttley announced as coach of Austin FC II- What can Austin FC expect from the SuperDraft?- Leo Vaisanen rumor returns- Former Jong PSV player linked to Austin- Is an Austin player on the way out?- Listener questions- Why is MLS the way it is and where will it be in 2026?You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah profile Austin FC's latest signing, Gyasi Zardes, and discuss why he is (and maybe why he isn't) just what Austin needs. Other topics and questions include:- What does Zardes do that current ATX players don't?- Why do some USMNT fans hate him?- Jimenez re-signs to supplemental spot- Teen Wolff to PSV?- What positions should we use the remaining roster spots on?- Austin FC win big at the MLS Club AwardsYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah spotlight the most promising prospects from the Austin FC Academy. Other topics and questions include:- Diego getting a new contract? (Spoiler: maybe not) - Driussi says he is happy where he is- 2023 schedule and jerseys coming soon- Play foosball with Brad Stuver- River Plate vs Monterrey at Q2- Top Academy Prospects- Micah Burton goal- Ervin Torres goal for the US- How many of the Academy kids will make it?- Listener questions- Let us know what your favorite soccer movies are! You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
Apologies for the late release! Landon was sick on Monday, so we had to push recording back a day. This week, Landon and Jeremiah answer a bunch of listener questions and take inventory of the roster spots available to Austin FC. Other topics and questions include:- Alfonso Ocampo-Chavez officially signs - Stuver extends contract- Gyasi Zardes rumors- Tarbell and Felipe sign with new teams- How many free roster spots does Austin have to fill?- "Why does Ring have to be a DP again?" - Who will be the next Homegrown signing?- MLS Next Pro details- Retirement League Dream SigningsYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Mike and Steph from Swoontower to cover a couple of new players, share some Thanksgiving cheer, and discuss other Austin FC news. Other topics and questions include:- Jeremiah golfed with Hector Jimenez- Apple TV x MLS pricing details- Austin FC sign French midfielder, Sofiane Djeffal- Alfonso Ocampo Chavez picked up on waivers- CCL Date/Locations Announced- Ervin Torres to play in Spain with US Youth National Team- Austin wins big in MLS player voting- Which Austin player are you inviting to Thanksgiving dinner?You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by investigative journalist, Jessica Luther, to discuss the Driussi transfer rumors and other Austin FC player news. Other topics and questions include:- Can Driussi legally play in England? (apparently yes)- What number makes it worth it?- Diego Fagundez's trip to Spain- Why Jon Gallagher's extension is great business- Notable MLS trades- Which declined options should Austin look at?- The Alex Callens-shaped silver lining of a potential Driussi moveYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Marcelo Teson to revisit the Over/Under predictions he created in the preseason. Other topics and questions include:- Jared Stroud traded to St Louis CITY - Austin FC lets 7 players walk - Will any of them get a new contract? - CONCACAF Champions League Draw- Will Violette actually be able to travel?- What else is coming in the offseason?- Revisiting Over/Under predictions with Marcelo (37:59)You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code VERDE at Manscaped.comThis episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon is out sick, so Jeremiah and Kevin Morris recap the Conference Final and take a loot at the offseason. Other topics and questions include:- What happened in the LAFC game?- Why couldn't Driussi affect the game?- MLS Offseason Calendar- What should we expect from Austin FC next season?- Who will stay and who will go?You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code VERDE at Manscaped.comThis episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
Jon Arnold drops by for a 1v1 that covers the MLS Cup Playoffs, the last four standing, the latest reports in the league, and what we're missing by NOT watching Liga MX and CONCACAF League!
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap Austin FC's historic win over FC Dallas in the Western Conference Semi-Final and preview the upcoming Conference Final against LAFC. Other topics and questions include:- Pregame nerve management- Wolff's shift in strategy- NOW it's a double pivot- Djitte's great first half- We take a few moments to appreciate Driussi- Did we like the subs at the end?- Which approach will Wolff take in LA? - Should Rigoni get another start?- A moment of gratitudeYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code VERDE at Manscaped.comThis episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap Austin FC's insane playoff win against RSL and preview the Copa Tejas conference semifinal against FC Dallas. Other topics and questions include:- Past Jeremiah and Landon pick between Dallas and Minnesota- Rigoni's salary released- Precourt named CEO of the Year in Austin- Valencia starting a mistake?- Rigoni's performance- Evaluating the ref's performance- Landon goes off on Matt Doyle- FC Dallas preview with special guest, Chris "Full" WelhausenYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah preview Austin FC's first-ever playoff match, and recap the final match of the regular season. Other topics and questions include:- Austin FC Academy back in action- Ervin Torres gets Mexico call up- Matthew McConaughey at Q2- Wrexham friendly?- Colorado Rapids Recap- What was the real plan for starting Valencia and Djitte?- Did the refs do a bad job or a terrible job? - Real Salt Lake Preview (52:06)- Ruben Gabrielsen Interview (1:07:01)You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon is joined by Kevin Morris to discuss the ideal playoff opponent for Austin FC, recap the Vancouver match, and give a thumbs up/down to Extra Time's MLS season superlatives. Other topics include:- Austin FC Adidas Sambas- Any Austin snubs in the Extra Time Best XIs?- Rating Claudio Reyna as a Sporting Director - Decision Day scenarios- CONCACAF Champions League qualification scenarios- Vancouver Recap (39:15)- Was Rigoni better than people thought?- Will the Verde be able to turn it on for the playoffs?- Colorado Rapids preview- Free Ticket Giveaway brought to you by Sage Wilson Property GroupYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Joe Lowery (Total Soccer Show, Backheeled) to discuss how Austin FC has improved over the last two years, and laugh about some of the predictions made when he was on in March of 2021. Other topics and questions include:- Owen Wolff and Micah Burton get game time with the national team- Vancouver Whitecaps Preview- Austin's tactical evolution since 2021- The differences between Wolff and Berhalter- How to avoid the "Horseshoe of Sadness"- Free Ticket Giveaway brought to you by Sage Wilson Property GroupYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show
This week, Landon and Chris Welhausen break down Austin's playoff-clinching week where they beat RSL and drew Nashville. Topics and questions include:- Austin FC to scrimmage El Paso Locomotive at St. David's Performance Center- Owen Wolff called in for US U19 tournament in Slovenia- Real Salt Lake recap (6:25)- Djitte's surprise hat trick performance- Nashville Recap (26:17) - Rotated starting XI- Jhojan and Jhohan put in good shifts- Would you start Rigoni in a playoff game?- Mukhtar or Driussi for MVP?- Which team do you want to see in the playoffs?- Free Ticket Giveaway brought to you by Sage Wilson Property GroupYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawYup That's ScaryABOUT THE YUP THAT'S SCARY Not your typical Halloween horror, Podcast! Unapologetic and...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show
This week, Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's loss in Seattle and what is going wrong with the team right now. Other topics and questions include:- The Queen's visit to Q2 and why it's less random than you think- Austin FC announce partnership with PSV Eindhoven!- Seattle Recap (10:33)- Why Landon doesn't think Pereira should play the 8- Listener Questions- Should Cascante be benched?- What's happening with Corozo?- Where can one find the press conference recordings?- Real Salt Lake and Nashville Previews (58:36)- Free Ticket Giveaway brought to you by Sage Wilson Property GroupYou can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favorite podcasting app.This episode is brought to you by FVF LawSupport the show