Hey, soccer fans! We just witnessed the the greatest World Cup Final EVER, and the collection of talent in Qatar 2022 left us all in a state of shock. The beautiful game of soccer (or football) is growing around the globe and here at home. In this episode we talk about the MLS' impact on a global scale. From Thiago Almada (Atlanta United) being the first active MLS player to win a World Cup, to Seattle Sounders playing at the Club World Cup, and scouting international players that should come to...
Dec 20, 2022•37 min•Season 5Ep. 51
Hey, soccer fans! Argentina is back in the FIFA World Cup Final! After their electric 3-0 victory over Croatia in the semi-finals, the South American squad will be competing for their sixth World Cup trophy. I'm sure there will be plenty of clips and video from the 2014 final - especially showing Lionel Messi and how he looked numb after that defeat. Despite his career and taking up the mantle as the GOAT (arguably), I caution you from supporting Argentina just because Messi deserves to win. Tun...
Dec 14, 2022•9 min•Season 5Ep. 50
Hey, soccer fans! We're witnessing history this World Cup as Morocco becomes only the 1st African country to advance to the semi-finals. This great accomplishment has USMNT fans wondering: Why not us? If a relatively small footballing nation can get here after winning its group, and knock out Spain and Portugal in the process, what's holding back the United States? We take a detailed look into this Morocco squad and their fairy-tale run to see if comparing the USA is appropriate. In the 2nd half...
Dec 13, 2022•47 min•Season 5Ep. 49
Hey, soccer fans! USA is out of the World Cup after a less than desirable match against the Netherlands. In tonight's episode, we recap the USMNT's performance in the knock-out round and take a look back at their time in Qatar. How well did the players perform? What did manager Gregg Berhalter get right and wrong? Where does US Soccer go from here? In the second half, we quickly recap the moves from around Major League Soccer. Orlando City continues making moves, with Sporting Kansas City re-sig...
Dec 06, 2022•51 min•Season 5Ep. 48
Hey, soccer fans! The World Cup has nearly completed its 2nd group stage games. Have you had enough, yet? No, of course not! We've seen big upsets, stand-out performances, and some gutsy play by our Concacaf favorites in the United States and Canada Men's National Teams. While Canada has been eliminated after two matches, the USMNT can advance to the knock-out rounds with a victory over Iran. Can they pull it off? Stay tuned for all our takes on the World Cup group stage. In the second half of t...
Nov 29, 2022•54 min•Season 5Ep. 47
Hey, soccer fans! I've got a fever, and the only cure is more World Cup! In tonight's chat, Nick gives you his top moments from each of the first four matches, including Qatar v. Ecuador, England v. Iran, Senegal v. Netherlands, and USA v. Wales. He also makes sure you know exactly where he stands on Gregg Berhalter's tactics, lineups, and how the players need to start shouldering some of the blame for lack of goal scoring and chance creation. In the second half of the show, Nick recaps the late...
Nov 22, 2022•46 min•Season 5Ep. 45
Hey, soccer fans! It's World Cup Eve, and we couldn't be more excited. Nick has finally released his picks and predictions for the group stages and the knock-out rounds, as well as his eventual champion. He also looks at the list of injured players who won't be making the trip to the tournament. These players include Karim Benzema, Paul Pogba, & N'Golo Kante (France), Timo Werner (Germany), Diego Jota & Pedro Neto (Portugal), Sadio Mane (Senegal), Tecatito Corona (Mexico) and others. Who...
Nov 20, 2022•19 min•Season 5Ep. 45
Hey, soccer fans! The MLS offseason is upon us, but the news, rumors, and headlines have not stopped! Stay tuned as we look at St. Louis City SC's moves in the Expansion Draft and subsequent trades - which include Tim Parker, Niko Gioacchini, Indiana Vassilev, Jonathan Bell, John Nelson, Jake La Cava. We also talk about all the moves around the league, including some of the most well-known names in MLS: Fafa Picault, Junior Urso, Derrick Williams, Danny Hoesen, and more! In the second half, we'r...
Nov 15, 2022•40 min•Season 5Ep. 43
Hey, soccer fans! Have you seen the roster, yet? Of course you have! You bleed red, white, and blue and can't wait for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar just like us! The roster for the Yanks was released just a few hours ago, and Nick gives you his initial impressions. -Which strikers will shine? -What happened to Zack Steffen? -Can the defenders hold back Wales, England, and Iran? All this and more in tonight's special World Cup episode! Thanks for watching and make sure to RATE & REVIEW and LIK...
Nov 10, 2022•15 min•Season 5Ep. 44
Hey, soccer fans! We may have just witnessed the greatest MLS Cup - maybe the greatest MLS match - of all time! Both LAFC and the Philadelphia Union had players embrace the championship moment and provide moments and goals that will be played on highlight reels for years to come. In tonight's episode, we look back on the MLS Cup Final between the glitz and glamor of star-powered LA and the grit and grind of a determined Doop squad. It was the match up we've been hoping to see for months ... and ...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 24 min•Season 5Ep. 43
Happy Halloween, soccer fans! There were tricks for Austin and NYCFC while LAFC and Philadelphia got their treats - a trip to the MLS Cup Final! In this episode, we recap the Eastern and Western Conference Finals, discussing the stats and highlights of the matches. We also preview the MLS Cup Final match between LAFC and the Philadelphia Union. It's the matchup we wanted to see between the two best teams of the regular season. In the second half of the episode, we give our takes on the recent ML...
Nov 01, 2022•59 min•Season 5Ep. 42
Hey, soccer fans! We're back after a short break, but the MLS Cup Playoffs kept rolling forward. We break down the scores, highlights, and all the playoff implications. -Were you suprised that FC Cincinnati upset New York Red Bulls? -Did the El Trafico quarterfinal match blow you away? -Is your team still in the hunt for the Cup? We take a look at it all in the first half of our show. In the second half of the show, Nick shares his stories and photos from his latest trip to London and Iceland - ...
Oct 25, 2022•59 min•Season 5Ep. 40
Hey, soccer fans! We made it! It's Week 34 and Decision Day in MLS. There are a handful of playoffs spots up for grabs, playoff seeding is on the line, and teams are stilling playing for home field advantage. Stay tuned to hear who gets in from the Eastern Conference - Columbus Crew, FC Cincinnati, and Inter Miami - and who clinches the top spot - Philadelphia Union or CF Montreal. We also look at the Western Conference and who grabbed the last two playoff spots - Portland Timbers, Real Salt Lak...
Oct 11, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 39
Hey, soccer fans! Who's ready for the playoffs!? Given this weekend's results, there are a few teams that aren't ready. Stay tuned for a recap of the scores, highlights, and new from this weekend's matches. We also review the standings and potential playoff matchups. How did this weekend affect your team? In the second half of the show, we look back on MLS Playoffs past. There won't be a test, but this lesson will cover playoff history and trivia from DC United, LA Galaxy, and Chicago Fire to At...
Oct 04, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 5Ep. 37
Hey, soccer fans! Just when you thought the MLS playoff race was heating up - here comes an international break! In tonight's episode, we're discussion the United States Men's National Team (USMNT) and the Canadian Men's National Team (CanMNT) pre-World Cup matches. We'll look at their rosters, how they played, and what they need to fix before heading to Qatar. We've also got a couple MLS matches sprinkled in, so stay tuned for score updates, playoff seedings, and headlines. Don't forget to LIKE...
Sep 27, 2022•55 min•Season 5Ep. 36
Hey, soccer fans! Can you feel the excitement? The MLS playoffs are almost here. Since our last update, we've seen teams clinch and teams get eliminated. Congrats to Philadelphia Union, CF Montreal, and the New York Red Bulls of the Eastern Conference! Condolences to DC United, Chicago Fire, and Toronto FC. In the Western Conference, congrats to LAFC, Austin FC, and FC Dallas! Our sympathies to Sporting KC, Houston Dynamo, and San Jose Earthquakes. There's always next season, right? Stay tuned f...
Sep 20, 2022•43 min•Season 5Ep. 35
Hey, soccer fans! Four weeks 'til the playoffs - how excited are you!? In tonight's episode, we take a detailed look at the MLS table, breaking down the Eastern Conference and Western Conference standings. We analyze each team's recent results, future matches, and odds to make the playoffs. In the 1H, we look at the Eastern Conference that has been dominated by the Philadelphia Union. -Can Doop win the double? -Is CF Montreal a true trophy contender? -Are RBNY and NYCFC for real? -Who else fill ...
Sep 13, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 5Ep. 34
Hey, soccer fans! It was a wild, wild weekend for the Western Conference, we have midweek matches to discuss, and some teams may have played themselves out of the playoffs. In tonight's show, we take a look at the results and what they mean for the playoffs. Who is in, who is out, and who will be a top 4 seed. We also break down the news and headlines from around American soccer. In the 2nd half of the show, we continue our team profiles with Orlando City SC. The Lions have been a team of underw...
Sep 06, 2022•50 min•Season 5Ep. 33
Hey, soccer fans! The playoff picture in coming into focus! Which teams gave us some clarity in Week 28? Austin FC shocked LAFC to open the weekend, and Portland may have ended Seattle's playoff appearance streak. MNUFC keeps grinding wins, as well. Out East, RBNY and Montreal keep momentum, while Columbus and Cincinnati have to wait 'til next week for another chance at 3 points. In the 2nd Half of the show we look at high-flying offense of Austin FC. They got the MLS formula right in their 2nd ...
Aug 30, 2022•58 min•Season 5Ep. 32
Hey, soccer fans! Another weekend of MLS action is in the books. And does any team want to make the playoffs!? There's a log jam in the middle of the Eastern and Western Conferences, but none of those teams had a game to separate themselves from the pack Is your team positioned for a playoff push? In the 2nd Half of the show we look at playoff hopeful and enigma of a team: the San Jose Quakes. After playing exciting but losing soccer under manager Matias Almeyda, ownership and management are cha...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Season 5Ep. 31
Major League Soccer | Weekly Recap, August 13-14 | Philadelphia Union Hey, soccer fans! Another week of MLS is in the books, and we're recapping and reviewing all the action from around the league. We're looking at the highlights, results, and headlines from around Major League Soccer including Toronto FC on the rise, Chicago Fire hit a setback, and the Western Conference is wide open. In the second half of the show, we profile the Philadelphia Union. A team that despite their record and standin...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 30
Hey, soccer fans! It was a historic week for goal scoring in MLS . We saw the most goals in a single day (57 on 8/6) and the most games with 5+ goals in a single day. At one point, goals were coming every 6 minutes! In the first half of the show, we recap these high-scoring matches and how it affects the playoff picture. In the second half, we look at all the summer transfers. LAFC and LA Galaxy have had a busy summer, along with Atlanta, Austin, and DC United. We also have teams like Montreal, ...
Aug 09, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 5Ep. 29
Hey, soccer fans! It was raining goals in Minnesota's match vs. Portland, Philly's match vs. Houston, and Miami's match vs. Cincinnati - and it was just raining in Charlotte, postponing their match vs. the Columbus Crew. The weekend kicked off to a great start - lots of goals, lots of excitement - and ended with teams struggling to improve their playoff positioning. How did your team look? Are you worried about their playoff potential? We break down every result from the weekend and cover the ne...
Aug 02, 2022•59 min•Season 5Ep. 28
Hey, soccer fans! Did you see the Designated Players this weekend!? We saw 8 different DPs score for their MLS clubs - and that doesn't count Gareth Bale, Michael Bradley, and Jordan Morris. We're going to recap all those goals, highlights, and headlines from around the league. In the second half of the show, Nick breaks down the Chicago Fire. We profile the current season and look ahead. Are the playoffs in the future? We'll talk about it all, so STAY TUNED for a full recap of the last week in ...
Jul 26, 2022•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 27
Hey, soccer fans! The stars are out in LA...and Columbus! Cucho keeps scoring for the Crew, Taty gives NYCFC a win against rival Red Bulls, but the biggest headline this weekend was Bale and Chiellini making their debuts for LAFC in a 2-1 victory over Nashville SC. STAY TUNED for a full recap of the last week in MLS - all 25 games and all the headlines from around the league. In the 2nd half of the show we profile the Los Angeles Football Club. Why are they so good!? We look at the stats, coachi...
Jul 19, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 26
Hey, soccer fans! Did you see the results this weekend? MLS IS UPSIDE DOWN! In this episode, we recap the matches from July 8 & 9, a rivalry week with results that shocked and surprised fans across the league. We also break down the scores and highlights, and we profile the Columbus Crew with guest Konor McCabe. Has record signing Cucho Hernandez put them in the playoff picture? STAY TUNED! Thanks for watching and listening, make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE, RATE and REVIEW! Please help us gr...
Jul 12, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 25
Hey, soccer fans! Hope you all enjoyed Independence Day weekend and the slate of games leading up to the July 4th match day. Fireworks were in the sky and on the pitch as we saw offensive fire-power light up lazy defenses. In this episode, we recap the matches from June 29 to July 4, break down the scores and highlights, and we profile Western Conference stalwart: the Portland Timbers. How have the men from Rose City done this season, and will they be able to make the playoffs? STAY TUNED! Thank...
Jul 06, 2022•57 min•Season 5Ep. 24
Hey, soccer fans and SOPeeps! if you missed any of the action and headlines from MLS Week 16, you're in the right place. We've got you covered with: -score updates and league recap -headlines and major signings -table and standings review This week, we profile the most surprising team in the league: Real Salt Lake. They've risen to 2nd in the West, and we try to figure out just how are they doing it. We look at the stats and the scores that have helped them overcome the odds (and their roster). ...
Jun 28, 2022•56 min•Season 5Ep. 23
The international break is over, and MLS is back in action. We'll catch you up on all the scores, highlights, and news from around the league and the American soccer landscape. We also profile the New York Red Bulls - a team with trophy aspirations. How have their signings turned out, what's the ceiling on the season, and will their ?form hold? Thanks for watching and make sure to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Please help us grow the game of soccer in the North America by donating via SuperChat or join th...
Jun 21, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 22
Hey, soccer fans! We're back from the international break and family vacations to bring you the latest from the MLS and around the region. This week, we take a closer look at Concacaf Nations League and a detailed look at the New England Revolution. Is there something more than just a loss of talent? Thanks for listening and make sure to RATE and REVIEW! Please help us grow the game of soccer in the North America by donating via SuperChat or Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www....
Jun 14, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 22
