FTF Ep. 33 - MESSI TO MLS!!! ...and the Fire did stuff, too.
Episode description
Hey, soccer fans! Leo Messi has agreed to play for Major League Soccer as part of Inter Miami CF! This is the biggest signing since David Beckham fundamentally changed the way MLS is played and constructed. Messi will undoubtedly force teams to adjust how they think about their clubs in both the business and soccer/sporting aspects. As for fans of the Chicago Fire, they need to see how a team like Inter Miami - who only has been in existence for 3 years and has already been sanctioned for roster violations - goes out and makes a signing of such impact and magnitude.
In this episode, our host also looks back at the Chicago Fire's last match, a 4-1 embarrassment in the US Open Cup to the Houston Dynamo. The Men in Red played their worst game of the season, showing the weaknesses of the players, coaches, and front office.
Nick also looks ahead to the Fire's match against Columbus Crew this weekend. Surprisingly, the Crew are one of the best offensive teams in MLS. They lead the league in goals and assists, and have some of the best passing numbers across all clubs. They are going to be a very difficult test for the Fire, and we here at Glass House Soccer are not optimistic.
What do you think of Messi's announcement?
How do you think the match will play out?
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