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The Nos Audietis crew celebrates the Seattle Sounders' unprecedented 7-0 thrashing of reigning CONCACAF Champions Cup winners Cruz Azul, analyzing the team's complete performance, defensive dominance, and newfound offensive versatility. They delve into individual standouts like Obed Vargas, Jesus Ferreira, and especially Pedro de la Vega, whose incredible goals and game-breaking ability signal a new elite level for the team. Later, James Riley, sporting director and head coach of Ballard FC, joins the show to discuss their journey to the USL2 National Championship game against Vermont Green, highlighting their professional operations and strong community ties.
Jeremiah Oshan and Aaron Campo delve into the Seattle Sounders' performance as they head into the Leagues Cup break, analyzing their current standing, the impact of significant injuries, and the surprising depth that has kept them competitive. They discuss the frustration among some fans over dropped points, compare this season's aesthetics and results to last year's, and highlight the recent breakthrough of Pedro de la Vega. The hosts also offer a unique power ranking of desired Leagues Cup outcomes, emphasizing why finishing fourth would be the worst-case scenario.
One of the most consistent voices in the American soccer media space over the past 15 years has been Jason Davis. Currently with SiriusXM, he came up through the blogging and podcasting ranks on such outlets as MatchFit USA, ESPNFC, Best Soccer Show and Morning Kickaround . He’s also got a new newsletter . With the Men’s World Cup a year away, Jeremiah felt like now would be a good time to have a larger conversation about the state of soccer media. They may not have solved any big problems, but ...
The Seattle Sounders head into their match against Atlanta United with some rumors swirling and some excitement building. Jeremiah and Niko spend the first segment discussing most of that. In the second segment, they welcomed The Athletic’s Felipe Cardenas onto the show to discuss one more rumor and everything else that’s going on with Atlanta United. Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube . Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine seller who lets...
The Sounders are 3-0-2 with 12 goals scored since the Club World Cup. That’s obviously great and these games have been pretty exciting. But they’re also on pace to give up a lot more goals than they did last year. Jeremiah and Aaron discuss how big of a problem that is and what the solution might be. In the second segment, they power rank their hopes and dreams for the summer transfer window. Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine seller who lets y...
The Sounders blew a 3-0 lead while giving up a pair of penalties, which continues a frustrating run of results that seem like they should have been better than they were. Jeremiah and Niko discuss how big of a concern these lapses should be and express some concern over the impact tired legs could be having on all this. They also wade in on the Nouhou situation. After the break, Jeremiah interviews Sounders A-League icon Wade Webber about his experiences with the 1995 league champions. Follow Ni...
Charles Boehm joins Jeremiah to give a big-picture view of the Club World Cup, discuss if there are any ramifications for how political it became and what that all portends for next summer’s World Cup. After the break, they dig into the state of the Western Conference. Read Charles at MLSsoccer.com and follow him on Bluesky . Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine seller who lets you browse their selections and pick whatever you want. You can join ...
One of the persistent mysteries surrounding the Sounders’ tactics is Brian Schmetzer’s reluctance to play Pedro de la Vega on the left side. This week, we finally tried to get to the bottom of that and asked Schmetzer directly. Jeremiah and Niko discuss Brian’s answer, as well as all the other stuff that happened, on the latest episode of “What we learned this week.” Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube . Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine...
The Seattle Sounders are coming off a 1-1 tie with the Columbus Crew. While the result was rendered almost meaningless by the way the game ended, now that it’s clear Stefan Frei is doing much better it feels like we can finally unpack what actually happened. Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine seller who lets you browse their selections and pick whatever you want. You can join their mailing list here: https://fullpullwines.com/signup.php *** Nos...
Matt Doyle returns to Nos Audietis for another episode of “How the West will be won.” The first segment focuses on the Sounders. Doyle has some really positive things to say about several Sounders’ potential national team futures as he gives full-throated support for both Cristian Roldan and Jackson Ragen to get serious looks for next summer’s World Cup. He also admits that he’s come around on Obed Vargas’ potential and thinks a lucrative move to Europe is in the cards. In the second segment, Je...
With the Fourth of July playing havoc with their schedules, Jeremiah did a solo podcast without Niko Moreno. There was a lot going on this week, including big injury news, a couple signing rumors, a kit leak and a preview of the Crew game. Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine seller who lets you browse their selections and pick whatever you want. You can join their mailing list here: https://fullpullwines.com/signup.php *** Nos Audietis is the fl...
Jeremiah and Aaron tackle fan mailbag questions covering the Sounders' recent Austin win, player performances including Reed Baker Whiting's red card and the Musovsky/Morris dynamic, tactical preferences, and crucial roster discussions. They dive deep into topics like utilizing Club World Cup money, the future of young talents like Obed Vargas and Pedro de la Vega, roster depth assessment, and the team's financial philosophy regarding player spending and transfers.
The Seattle Sounders are back in league play, albeit very short-handed at centerback. Jeremiah and Niko assess how they’re going to manage that situation against Austin FC. Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube . Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine but not wine clubs? Check out the boutique wine seller who lets you browse their selections and pick whatever you want. You can join their mailing list here: https://fullpullwines.com/signup.php *** Nos Audietis is the flagship podcast for Soun...
The Seattle Sounders’ run in the Club World Cup has come to an end, which is a perfect time to take stock of what we made of it. Jeremiah and Aaron discuss the high points and the low points. They came away feeling a bit more excited about next summer’s World Cup, with a sense that the gap between Europe and the rest of the world is a bit smaller than we previously thought and believing that the Sounders’ have a roster that should be able to compete going forward. Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Lo...
The Club World Cup is about halfway through the group stage, with three of the six games scheduled in Seattle having now been played. It seems like a good opportunity to take stock of what we’ve learned about both this tournament and the Seattle Sounders’ place in it. To help give a broader picture, Jeremiah is joined by Niko Moreno and Tim Foss for another episode of “What we learned this week.” Sponsor 🏠 Marnie Oshan Homes : With 20+ years in marketing, business, and negotiation — and an MBA ...
Jeremiah and Niko Moreno get together for another episode of “What we learned this week” and they’re pretty much focused on the Club World Cup. In addition to giving a preview of Botafogo and a general sense of what we expect from the Sounders, they also gave an update on the state of negotiations between the players and owners over the bonuses. The good news: Albert Rusnák says the players will play. The bad news: they aren’t happy and don’t think the fight is over. Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSk...
One question that continues to haunt the Club World Cup is “why does this exist?” One of the only people to really attempt to answer that question is Yahoo! Sports reporter Henry Bushnell. Jeremiah has him on the show to discuss that very issue as well as many other issues circling the next two summer’s tournaments. Follow Henry Bushnell on BlueSky and find his written work at Yahoo! Sports . Sponsor 🏠 Marnie Oshan Homes : With 20+ years in marketing, business, and negotiation — and an MBA from...
Jeremiah and Aaron break down the Seattle Sounders' disappointing performance against the Vancouver Whitecaps and recent struggles, including tactical issues and injuries ahead of the Club World Cup. They then shift gears to power rank the teams most likely to win the Club World Cup and offer sharp criticism of FIFA's handling and marketing of the tournament.
Jeremiah Oshan hosts Richard Farley and Charles Boehm to preview the Club World Cup games happening in Seattle. They analyze the teams in both the Sounders' group (PSG, Atletico Madrid, Botafogo) and the other group playing locally (River Plate, Inter Milan, Urawa Red Diamonds, Monterrey). Discussions include River Plate's distinct fan culture and savvy financial strategy, Atletico Madrid's tactical evolution under Simeone and potential financial gains, and notable players to watch. The episode concludes by examining Seattle fan attendance and defining success for the Sounders in this unique tournament.
It was an interesting week surrounding the Sounders, giving Jeremiah and Niko plenty to talk about. First off, they give some updates on the players’ protest and some of the reasoning behind why they believe MLS should be giving them a bigger cut of the Club World Cup prize pool. They also discuss the Vancouver Whitecaps’ situation, which has put at least some doubt into whether or not Sunday’s game will happen. Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube . Sponsor 🍷 Full Pull Wines : Love wine b...
Jeremiah and Aaron are back with another mailbag episode, answering questions that were submitted in May. Before they dig into some of those questions, though, they spend quite a bit of time discussing the Sounders players’ recent protest over their share of Club World Cup bonuses and specifically owner Adrian Hanauer’s response. As a reminder, all these questions came from our private Discord, which is available to all subscribers at the Supporter ($75/year) level or above. If you’d like to upg...
Jeremiah O'Shan is joined by Jamon Moore of American Soccer Analysis to delve into what advanced analytics reveal about the Seattle Sounders, particularly their defensive and pressing profile. They discuss the nuances and challenges of interpreting defensive stats, compare the Sounders' consistent performance profile to other top MLS teams like Minnesota United, and explore the state and future of soccer analytics, including the role of AI and the importance of club investment.
Jeremiah and Niko dive into the Seattle Sounders' crucial win over San Diego FC, analyzing the tactical adjustments and key player performances that secured the result. They also look ahead to the upcoming match against Minnesota United, discussing their unique playing style and how the Sounders might navigate potential injury concerns and lineup rotations. The episode wraps up with insights from the front office regarding potential summer signings and transfer speculation around young players like Obed Vargas and Pedro de la Vega, setting the stage for an interesting stretch leading into the Club World Cup break.
Jeremiah Oshan and Charles Boehm discuss the Seattle Sounders' resilient start to the season despite injuries and tactical shifts, analyzing the high expectations surrounding the club and their roster building philosophy. They highlight the impressive performances of players like Albert Rusnak and new signing Ryan Kent, before previewing the Sounders' challenging upcoming schedule against top Western Conference teams: surprise contenders San Diego FC and Minnesota United, and the CONCACAF Champions Cup finalists Vancouver Whitecaps.
Jeremiah and Niko preview the Sounders match against FC Dallas, highlighting Jesus Ferreira's big opportunity at striker given Danny Musovski's injury and a favorable matchup against a fatigued Dallas side. They also praise Albert Rusnak's current form. In the second half, they dive into the controversies surrounding the Club World Cup, discussing player frustration over bonus distribution and the significant issues with ticketing and marketing.
Reviewing the Sounders' recent three-game road trip, the hosts discuss being mostly satisfied with the results despite some frustrating moments, particularly the Portland tie. They delve into player performances, highlighting Albert Rusnak's MVP-level form and Danny Musovski's improved play, debating his role versus a returning Jordan Morris. The episode also assesses the team's overall potential for MLS Cup contention, the impact of new attackers like Ryan Kent and Pedro de la Vega, and analyzes Jesus Ferreira's season with a power ranking of possible outcomes and his place in the team's depth chart.
Jeremiah and Niko dissect the Sounders' recent 4-0 loss to LAFC, emphasizing that it shouldn't cause panic due to lineup rotations and fixture congestion. They analyze individual player performances and discuss the broader implications for team depth and strategy. The episode concludes with a confident outlook on the upcoming Cascadia Cup clash with the Portland Timbers, highlighting Seattle's balanced team and potential for a statement win.
Matt Doyle joins Jeremiah Oshan to analyze the Western Conference, focusing on Vancouver's impressive run, LAFC's tactical questions, and Minnesota's surprising approach. They delve into individual player performances, including Brian White and Diego Luna, and discuss the challenges and potential of teams like Portland, San Diego, and Austin. The episode offers in-depth tactical insights and debates about the sustainability of various team strategies.
This episode analyzes the Tacoma Defiance game, highlighting standout young players and their potential. The hosts discuss the Sounders' tactical shift to a 4-2-3-1 formation and its implications for player roles. They also preview the upcoming game against the Houston Dynamo, assessing the opponent's strengths and weaknesses, and potential lineup changes for the Sounders.
Jeremiah and Aaron discuss the Sounders' dominant win against St. Louis, Ryan Kent's impressive performance, and the team's overall offensive potential despite injuries. They also analyze the Tacoma Defiance's Open Cup showing and power rank potential positions for the Sounders' U22 signing, considering team needs and roster depth. The episode explores the balance between immediate impact and long-term investment in player development.
