Extratime (Soccer)

It's a packed Extratime! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down everything from Matchday 5 including Chicago's INSANE comeback, whether NYC saved their season, and which team should be most worried after a rocky start.

15:52 - Extratime Man of the Matchday

23:34 - Eric Ramsay wins first game with the Loons!

29:28 - What’s happening with LAFC?

35:15 - No Messi? No problem for Luis Suarez and Miami 

43:10 - Columbus continue on path to repeating... did Red Bulls get exposed?

51:28 - MLS After-Dark Special: LA Galaxy and St. Louis 

54:30 - Who are we most concerned for: Philadelphia, Orlando, Dallas, New England, or Seattle?

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:47pm EDT

CCC heartbreak once again! Andrew Wiebe and David Gass break down a rough Round of 16 for MLS before diving into some of the big stories around the league, including an interview with new D.C. United head coach Troy Lesesne! 

8:00 - Best Things we Saw: CCC Edition

22:00 - Latif Blessing Trade Breakdown

34:30 - Philadelphia’s disaster in Mexico

32:45 - Orlando loses in the most Concacaf Champions game ever

35:20 - Troy Lesesne Interview

57:19 - Future of D.C. United

1:01:25 - Future of Minnesota United

1:03:50 - The influence of Columbus Crew & Wilfried Nancy on MLS 

1:05:50 - Is there a blueprint for playing against Miami?

1:08:50 - Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:18pm EDT

It's back to a 3-man show as David Gass returns from parts unknown! The guys dive into everything from Matchday 4, including Toronto's good vibes, hot starts from the likes of Minnesota, Portland, and Montréal, and whether Orlando and Chicago can get things turned around. 

4:59 - Best Things We Saw on Matchday 4

28:15 - Why we’re buying Minnesota’s hot start

31:19 - We’re concerned about Orlando

34:29 - Red Bulls, Forsberg can be a top 4 team in the East

42:38 - Montréal are for real

50:00 - Portland now chasing Cabecita? 

1:03:48 - Can Chicago get things turned around?

1:07:10 - Concacaf Champions Cup R16 - Second Leg Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:48pm EDT

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:24am EDT

18:50 - Messi, Suarez destroy Orando

31:52 - Are we worried about Orlando?

40:20 - Are the Galaxy back… for real?

51:20 - Who needs Carlos Vela more: LAFC or San Jose?

52:40 - New Managers off to great starts

1:14:35 - Champions Cup Round of 16

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:09pm EDT

With the guys out, Andrew calls in some friends for MLS happy hour. Atlanta United president and CEO Garth Lagerwey stops by to talk the 2024 season, from trophy expectations to the proper use of U22 spots. Plus, Marcelo Balboa's got the lowdown on El Trafico (and the Rapids tough start), and Joe Lowery (Total Soccer Show, Backheeled.com) gives his three most interesting storylines heading into MatchDay 2.

3:12 - Garth Lagerwey on 2024 season, Crew match

13:12 - How does MLS compare to Liga MX?

18:20 - Scouting for MLS + Roster rules now/future

27:35 - Almada interest and future in ATL

39:46 - Marcelo Balboa on Cali Clasico, STL v RSL and Rapids

1:01:47 - Joe Lowery on Cincy turnover, new-look TFC and Ramsey in Minn

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:52pm EDT

Andrew, Doyle and Dave get together to celebrate and break down a busy Matchday 1. Late Messi heroics, big statements by last year's MLS Cup finalists, FC Dallas' formational switch, managerial debuts good and bad and our first-ever ETR Player of the Week Award!

2:55 - Best things we saw from Opening Weekend

9:00 - Galaxy v Miami: both fun, both flawed

22:10 - LAFC gets statement win over Seattle

30:37 - Columbus roll in opener… what was that from Atlanta?

37:52 - FC Dallas and the 3-5-2 trend

43:23 - Federico Bernardeschi is a wingback now?

48:20 - Eryk Williamson, Christian Benteke show out

53:25 - Breaking down the new coach debuts

1:09:40 - Concacaf Champions Cup Preview

1:16:32 - Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:16pm EDT

One game down, many, many more to go! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle recap Miami's win over RSL, the MLS clubs involved in CCC, and finish off our season previews ahead of Opening Weekend! 

9:30 - Orlando takes care of business in CCC

14:20 - St. Louis downs Houston 

24:38 - Reason for concern despite Miami’s win?

34:38 - What to make of RSL’s season-opening performance

42:52 - LA Galaxy Season Preview

51:06 - Atlanta United Season Preview

58:46 - Seattle Sounders Season Preview

1:05:41 - LAFC  Season Preview

1:13:19 - Portland Timbers Season Preview

1:21:52 - Colorado Rapids Season Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:30am EDT

The 2024 MLS Season is almost here!! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle hold the annual Extratime trophy draft to break down the contenders this season and preview Wednesday night's Miami - Real Salt Lake opener! 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:07pm EDT

It's the best show of the year! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle make their 2024 award predictions before bringing on Tom Bogert for another edition of the Golden Boot Draft!

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:31pm EDT

Gass is struggling from Mardi Gras, but the guys fight through it to talk preseason drama and continue our season preview team capsules! 

4:45 - Preseason drama! 

12:55 - Can the ‘Caps beat Tigres at El Volan?

17:10 - Sporting Kansas City Season Preview

27:20 - New York Red Bulls Season Preview

35:55 - CF Montréal Season Preview

44:18 - Austin FC Season Preview

53:43 - San Jose Earthquakes Season Preview

1:02:05 - Toronto FC Season Preview

1:10:00 - D.C. United Season Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

Our favorite time of the year - CCC is underway! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle break down all the action of the tournament's opening round before rolling on with our MLS season previews! 

2:58 -Whitecaps' classic CCC performance against Tigres

10:55 - Cade Cowell balls for Chivas

16:37 -Chicago Fire FC Season Preview

30:55 - Charlotte FC Season Preview

40:03 - Minnesota United Season Preview

50:20 - New York City FC Season Preview

1:01:19 - FC Dallas Season Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:56pm EDT

Two-man weave is back! With Matt Doyle on a much-deserved vacation, Andrew Wiebe and David Gass keep the season previews rolling with deep dives on Vancouver, Cincinnati, Houston, and Philadelphia! Plus, a full Concacaf Champions Cup preview! 

3:59 -  World Cup Final in New… York? Jersey?

10:30 - Diego Rubio is a great signing for Austin

13:09 -  New York City reloading 

16:45 - Galaxy back in for Ramón Sosa?

18:18 - Vancouver Whitecaps FC Season Preview

29:07 - FC Cincinnati Season Preview

42:27 - Houston Dynamo FC Season Preview

53:21 -  Philadelphia Union Season Preview

1:04:25 - Concacaf Champions Cup Preview - which MLS team can win this thing?

1:17:30 -  Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:58pm EDT

We are so back! David Gass returns from shredding fresh powder to help Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle get our season previews underway! The guys also debate the biggest offseason winners and break down Chicago's reported big-money No. 9 signing! 

5:45 - The Orlando offseason winner memorial trophy for 2024 goes to…?

9:02 - Eduard Atuesta returns, LAFC offseason starting to look good

18:37 - Leagues Cup draw is out! 

23:40  - Transfer roundup - time to be worried about Austin?

42:47 - Duncan McGuire transfer saga

46:50 - Orlando City season preview

55:34 - St. Louis CITY SC season preview

1:03:54 - New England Revolution season preview

1:12:23 - Nashville SC season preview

1:20:55 - Columbus Crew season preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:51pm EDT

Preseason soccer is actually being played!! Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle dig in on everything happening in the world of MLS including whether the Red Bulls are contenders, how Dallas should line up in 2024, and whether the Sounders are now the favorites in the Western Conference.

5:28 - Brandon Vazquez on FIRE in Liga MX

12:40 - Best American ever in Liga MX is…?

17:50 - Forsberg BANGER… are RBNY a striker away from contending?

27: 50 - Dallas are nearing a club-record signing from Benfica!

39:31 - Hector Herrera hurt… how the Dynamo have to adjust

44:36 - Danny Musovski is a perfect fit for the Sounders

50:16 - Would Orlando actually sell Duncan McGuire? 

54:30 - Inter Miami's depth is already being tested

1:00:10 - DC United locking in a 3rd DP?

1:05:10 - Portland & Santi Moreno: from soap opera to contract extension

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:55pm EDT

A former MVP joins the show! Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle partner with MLS legend Diego Valeri to talk through all the lastest from the MLS preseason. 

1:52 - Best things we saw (Preseason Edition)

7:25 - Diego Valeri joins the show! 

14:37 - Pedro de la Vega makes the Sounders a real contender 

20:49 - How will the Thiago Almada transfer play out?

22:33 - Expectations for Messi and Miami 

30: 04 - Diego’s memories of young Messi

32:50 - Work left to do for the Portland Timbers this preseason

36:45 - Alberth Elis to New England? 

40:28 - LAFC: cooking or crumbling?

45:50 - Charlotte’s DP situation

50:56 -  NYCFC moves finally coming?

55:00 -  Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:39pm EDT

Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle are back to continue guiding you through the offseason! The guys run through all the major news and notes including Reynoso's second-straight preseason absence, LAFC and Cincinnati's big changes, and where some of the remaining free agents should land!

3:28 - Vibes are high with Hector Herrera, Houston

7:25 - John Herdman has a big job on his hands

12:50 - LAFC’s offseason of change continues

17:49 - Reynoso not at preseason… how worried should Minnesota be?

26:48 - Why an encore performance will be tough for St. Louis

36:20 - Where Divock Origi would fit in MLS

48:15 - Kai Wagner back with the Union 

51:20 -  Things looking a little shaky right now for Cincinnati

57:47 - Who is going to create chances for Orlando?

1:01:28 - Trades that should happen

1:10:42 - Kellyn Acosta to the Rapids would make a lot of sense

1:14:02 - Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:31pm EDT

Our team deep dives continue! Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle hit the lastest news and notes from around MLS before diving in on the progress of the LA Galaxy rebuild and the state of the Austin FC roster!

3:20 -   The favorites for the 2024 Wooden Spoon are…?

9:58 - Facundo Torres gets a new contract

12:01 - Pedro de la Vega/Sounders saga continues

13:04 - Why Monterrey makes sense for Brandon Vazquez

19:00 - San Jose got how much from Chivas for Cade Cowell?!?!

32:17 - Best fits for free agent Jamiro Monteiro

37:13 - Best fits for free agent Kellyn Acosta

39:52 - Which team should sign Danny Musovski?

44:54 - LA Galaxy deep dive 

58:33 - Austin FC deep dive

1:08:48 - Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:21pm EDT

Soccer is just a month away! Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle break down everything happening in the MLS offseason including the latest free agent signings & rumors, which teams are most ready for Champions Cup, and a deep dive on Charlotte. 

 

7:30 - Ozzie Alonso calls time on an amazing career

10:02 - Denis Bouanga reportedly wants out… what’s the plan right now for LAFC?

16:45 - Still no coach in Minnesota

22:30 - Which MLS club is most ready for Concacaf Champions Cup?

39:50 - Atlanta signs Dax McCarty as a free agent

44:35 - Cincinnati signs Corey Baird to replace Brandon Vazquez

48:50 - Maxime Crepeau to Portland… Timbers have 2 open DP spots and Evander rumors

52:40 - Why Kellyn Acosta would be a perfect signing for Chicago 

56:48 - Charlotte FC deep dive

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:00am EDT

6:48 - New Year’s Resolution: 2024 is the year of… in MLS?

11:05 - Messi, Miami are going for it in Concacaf Champions Cup

14:55 - Bring back the glory days for LA Galaxy, DC United and Red Bulls!

19:25 - Rapids COOKING so far this offseason

30:40 - Free Agency bombshell: Miles Robinson to Cincinnati

43:00 -  Brandon Vazquez reportedly sold to Monterrey… why the move makes sense for everyone

49:45 - Status of the Atlanta United rebuild 

52:23 - Is Caleb Porter the coach to finally bring an MLS Cup to New England?

54:34 -  Troy Lesene reportedly switches sides in the Atlantic Cup 

58:15 - Why Laurent Courtois is a good fit for CF Montréal

1:00:35 - Transfer quick hits… Lloris, Kamal Miller, Tomas Totland & more! 

1:04:00 - LA Galaxy DP spots are burning a hole in their pocket

1:11:30 - Orlando has a chance to be the best team in MLS next season

1:14:30 - Latest roster updates on defending champs Columbus

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:54pm EDT

The gang is all here for our final show of 2023! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert sit down to get you set for the SuperDraft, discuss the Emil Forsberg signing, and speculate on the latest free agency rumors!

4:57 - U.S. Open Cup Update

7:07 - 2024 Super Draft is here!

8:12 - SuperDraft deep dive with Travis Clark

27:50 - Tommy Scoops’ transfer notes

30:44 - LA Galaxy in a record bid for Talleres’ Ramon Sosa

34:06 - FC Cincinnati, the hot place to be now?

37:37 - Favorite free agent story… Julian Gressel to Inter Miami?

38:52 - A different Colorado Rapids under Chris Armas?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:12pm EDT

MLS Cup just ended, but the offseason is already heating up! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle sit down to get you primed for a huge winter of transfers, trades, and rebuilds.

3:02 - SuperDraft Preview

15:39 - Ciao, Giorgio Chiellini

17:34 - MLS-Y Moves!

23:05 -  Where is Miles Robinson going next?

30:41 - The teams to watch in the offseason

41:56 - LA Galaxy.. Two DP spots open

45:10 - Will Carlos Vela stay in LA… with the Galaxy?!?!?!

50:03 - Concacaf Champions Cup Draw

59:36 - Free Agents Matchmaker

1:15:10 - The Coaching Carousel continues

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:17pm EDT

Merry Crewsmas! For the second time in four seasons, the Crew are MLS Cup Champions! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle dive DEEP into the final, including the atmosphere, how the match played out, and what's next for both clubs.

7:35 - Crew Fans deserve this

12:48 - Columbus Crew culture

18:25 - Wilfried Nancy won MLS Cup his way

27:48 - Game breakdown

54:14 - What now for LAFC after losing 3 finals in a year?

1:12:51 - 2024 outlook for Columbus

1:21:18 - Early favorites for 2024 MLS Cup

1:24:05 - No 4th DP, but other rule changes coming?

1:24:42 - Hello, offseason!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:29pm EDT

MLS Cup is here! Who is going to win it all? Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle take a deep dive at the MLS Cup in Columbus vs LAFC, the legacy in Denis Bouanga and Carlos Vela and the big season in Cucho Hernandez and Christian Ramirez!

 

  • 3:41 - Did you Imagine this final back in the beginning of the season?

  • 4:48 - What are we most excited about?

  • 13:22 - The legacy in Denis Bouanga and Carlos Vela

  • 23:52 - Does Wilfried Nancy needs this MLS Cup for career validation?

  • 29:14 - If LAFC wins… the dynasty begins!

  • 37:25 - Is LAFC  the villain in MLS?

  • 43:27 - Let’s talk lineups’ weaknesses!

  • 54:34 - The battle of the match: Cucho vs. Chiellini!

  • 57:28 - Star spotlight: Bouanga!

  • 1:03:53 - Star spotlight: Cucho!

  • 1:06:50 - X Factor time!

  • 1:09:55 - Which Carlos Vela is showing up in MLS Cup?

  • 1:19:22 - Market News!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 1:42pm EDT

MLS Cup is set! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down Columbus' thrilling derby win, LAFC's professional victory, and take a first look at the MLS Cup matchup. 

7:12 - Columbus 3-2 Cincinnati - The greatest comeback in playoff history?

11:12 - Ultimate dad week for Christian Ramirez: 2 goals and 1 baby!

16:17 - Crew comeback classic

28:38 -Cincy’s Hell became REAL

41:30 - Darlington Nagbe is an MLS Cup lucky charm

50:12 - LAFC sucks the life out of Houtson’s Tiki-Taka style…

58:22 - LAFC is one win away from the back-to-back MLS Cups

1:02:22 - Despite the elimination, this was a successful season for Houston

1:09:17 - MLS Cup Preview

1:15:22 - Mailbag!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:59pm EDT

Who will go through to MLS Cup? Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle are back with a full, in-depth breakdown of both Conference Finals!

6:34 - The biggest stage for Hell is Real

14:48 -  Big News ahead of the Eastern Conference Final

18:43 - How will Cincy approach the match?

30:20 -  Coaching matchup: Pat Noonan vs. Wilfred Nancy 

37:30  - Star spotlight: Lucho vs. Cucho

41:13 - X-Factor Columbus: Aiden Morris 

43:17 - X-Factor Cincinnati: Alvaro Barreal 

46:16 - LAFC: Repeat or choke? 

50:13 - Is this the biggest turnaround in MLS history if Houston makes it to MLS Cup?

1:06:50 - X-Factor: set pieces + Ryan Hollingshead in LAFC

1:08:08 - X-Factor in Houston:  Quiñones, Baird or.. Escobar?

1:14:30 - New around the league… Thomas Chancalay stays, Oscar Pareja... maybe?

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:25pm EDT

The final four teams are set! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down all the action from the a dramatic set of Conference Semis and look ahead to Saturday's Conference Finals!

4:30 - Cucho slams the door on Orlando

12:04 - Shoutout to the Houston home crowd!

15:29 - SKC out, but turnaround worth remembering

16:41 - Cincy survives on controversial goal

37:20 - Is there a rift between the team and front office in Philly?

45:35 - Columbus are so fun to watch

51:40 - Orlando’s lack of creativity puts Pareja’s job in jeopardy

1:02:30 - Denis Bouanga carries LAFC past Seattle

1:04:35 - End of an era for Seattle… what now?

1:19:48 - Houston through… should SKC have had a PK?

 

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Conference Semis are almost here! David Gass and Matt Doyle join Andrew Wiebe to break down every playoff matchup as MLS returns from the international break!

6:55 - MLS things we're grateful for this Thanksgiving

10:45 - Let’s talk Conference Semifinals!

11:00 - Possession-oriented attack in Columbus vs. a strong home team in Orlando

30:34- Key absences define the Cincinnati - Philadelphia East Semifinal

48:03- Midfield battle in the West: Dynamo and Kansas City

1:05:05 - Third time the charm for LAFC against Seattle in the playoffs?

1:19:50 - Chris Armas is the new Rapids Head Coach

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:58pm EDT

Mailbag time! With the international break in full swing, Andrew Wiebe and David Gass answer YOUR questions including the future outlook for Atlanta, where the Red Bulls go next, and which teams could become contenders in 2024.

2:11 - Is Luis Suarez coming to MLS?

9:29 - Atlanta United Post-mortem 

24:42 - Who is most likely to win MLS Cup - ranking the teams left

30:59 - Red Bulls clean house - what now for 2024?

42:25 - Where is Troy Lesesne going?

43:42 - How do Chicago Fire get things turned around for next season?

52:52 - Should Minnesota United be concerned?

1:00:22 - NYC and Talles Magno locked and loaded for 2024

1:02:41 - Portland aren't far from a turnaround

1:05:53 - Is Richie Laryea worth a DP spot?

1:06:46 - Key an eye on the Galaxy's open DP spots

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:15pm EDT

Conference Semifinals are set! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Tom Bogert break down the final matches of Round One and get you set for all four Conference Semifinal showdowns!

9:14 - Sounders edge Dallas in tight Match 3, defending champs LAFC up next

16:28  - How should LAFC approach the Conference Semis?

23:20 - Dallas face a ton of big questions heading into next season

29:57 - Houston move on… goalscoring concerns remain

32:12 - RSL are in a great spot for 2024

40:33 - Houston v SKC - a classic MLS Playoff matchup

46:27 - Columbus beat Atlanta in a 3-match shootout

54:08 - Can Orlando keep their run going against the Crew? 

57:42 - Matt Miazga wins 2024 Defender of the Year

58:20 - Cincy and Philly meet with huge question marks for both teams

1:04:52 - Offseason odds and ends - lots of front office changes 

1:16:28 - Which MLS team should sign Chicharito?

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:05pm EDT

Round One is almost over, but we have 3 win-or-go home matches first! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro break down every series and get you set for the weekend!

 

7:11 - Celebrating Messi’s Noche d’Or 

9:00 -  Red Bull Arena’s atmosphere was awesome

12:57 - MLS producing homegrown talent for USMNT 

17:11  - Alamada returns, Atlanta survive

21:30 - What happened to STL?

39:40 - Are LAFC in position to repeat?

52:36 - Can this Union team win MLS Cup?

1:02:40 - Are Cincinnati in trouble? 

1:05:35  -  Pure Red Bull-ing in the playoffs 

1:08:00 - How far can Orlando go?

1:15:45 - Round 1 - Game 3s coming up

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:40pm EDT

Do-or-die time! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down all the first matches of Round One and which teams can survive and force Match 3!

 

6:51 -  Hector Herrera conquers 

12:02 - Alvaro Barreal masterclass

17:12 - Kansas City were the lone away win in Round One!

19:40 - 3-Match format breakdown

26:19 - Cincinnati are not messing around

39:22 - Seattle looking very back 

50:18 - SKC stun St. Louis

58:39  - Set pieces kill the Caps

1:06:54 - Houston make soccer fun

1:13:08 - Cucho keeps adding to his goal count

1:26:22 - Do New England have a chance

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:27pm EDT

Best-of-3 time! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro recap two awesome Wild Card Matches, preview every Round One matchup, and talk to Orlando City's Duncan McGuire!

3:58 -  Alan Pulido takes a ridiculous PK in SKC’s victory

8:35 - Tolkin takes New York by storm

18:03 - Round One format breakdown

26:22 - A rivalry match in the playoffs… St. Louis v Kansas City

37:05 - Goals, goals, and more goals coming in Columbus v Atlanta 

45:33 - LAFC biggest weakness exposed vs Vancouver?

54:47 - INTERVIEW: Duncan McGuire on the art of goal scoring

1:06:29 - Forecasting a choppy battle in Nashville vs Orlando

1:12:58 - Plenty of room on the Houston bandwagon bus

1:21:09 - Seattle v Dallas… who is scoring? 

1:19:00 - Is the pressure on… Red Bulls or Cincinnati  

1:33:22 - Philly vs New England could go either way

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:39pm EDT

Decision Day madness! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Tom Bogert break down all the late drama, shocking wins and disappointing collapses. The guys also preview the Wild Card Matches and reveal the final Golden Boot Draft Standings!

6:25 - Tolkin to the rescue…Red Bulls continue playoff streak!!

12:17 - Montréal knocked out at the hands of their former coach

27:02 - Charlotte make it happen against Messi… Next up: Red Bulls

32:21 - Which Wild Card team would Cincinnati rather play?

33:57 - Kansas City handles business

38:14   - San Jose are in despite a disappointing season

47:00 - Which Wild Card team would St. Louis rather play?

47:52 - The seeding race in the East

57:44 - Nashville and the underachievement loop

1:03:22 - The seeding race in the West

1:03:37  - Are the Sounders still THAT team come playoff time?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:39pm EDT

Decision Day is finally here! Andrew Wiebe, Matt Doyle, David Gass, and Stefano Fusaro take a crack at predicting the few playoff spots left in the East and how the crazy Wild West will shake out! The guys also name our MLS Best XI teams and say farwell to USMNT legend Michael Bradley.

2:36 - Our Decision Day memory vault

12:25 - Eastern Conference: seeding + the final two spots

12:44 - Messi set to play against a desperate Charlotte team

21:22 - Toughest match of Decision Day: Montreal v Columbus?

23:45 - Chaos potential in New York v Chicago

34:21 - Reminiscing on Michael Bradley's legendary career 

44:26 - Wild West Decision Day preview

46:14 - Match of the day out West: Kansas City v Minnesota

57:31- Seeding and playoff spots on the line in every match in the West

1:06:33 - Not one, not two, not three, but FOUR MLS Best XIs! 

 

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Our favorite show of the year: Awards! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert guide you through our picks for 22 different categories!

7:21 - Landon Donovan MLS MVP

11:08 - GK of the Year 

14:06 - Defender of the Year

17:43 - Sigi Schmid Coach of the Year

21:04 - Newcomer of the Year

23:15 - Young Player of the Year

26:22 - Comeback Player of the Year

31:52 - Gass Theorem Award

35:30 - American of the Year

39:26 - Canadian of the Year

42:22 - Concacaf Player of the Year

45:45- Left/Right back of the Year 

49:46 - D-Mid of the Year

52:15 - First-Year Pro/College Player of the Year 

55:57 - Golden Years Player of the Year (35+)

59:05 - Ilsinho Super Sub of the Year

1:01:03 - Level-Up Player of the Year

1:04:26 - Executive of the Year 

1:11:12 -  Blockbuster Transaction of the Year

1:13:44 - Bargain Bin Transaction of the Year

1:16:23 - Personality of the Year 

1:20:00 - Dallas’ disappointing season

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:51pm EDT

Mailbag show! Andrew is still on vacation so Matt Doyle, Tom Bogert, and Stefano Fusaro answer your questions including who the favorites are for MLS Cup, the latest on the D.C. GM search, and the most interesting coaching vacancies

06:10 - Best XI Ballot

15:50 - Our playoff & MLS Cup contenders

26:19 -  How far can Houston's midfield take them?

32:50 - Salt Lake in the playoffs… without Chicho?

37:45 - Latest on the D.C. United GM search

45:05 - Tough situation in Chicago

53:20 - The most intriguing coaching vacancy

1:01:53 - Breaking down the 22 Under 22 List

1:09:00 - USMNT roster reax

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:31pm EDT

Wayne Rooney OUT at D.C., Adrian Heath OUT at Minnesota and Messi's Inter Miami's are OUT of the playoffs! Matt Doyle, Tom Bogert and Calen Carr break down what's next for all 3 clubs, as well as the other teams eliminated from playoff contention.

10:59 - Is Oscar Pareja the top coaching candidate on the market?

22:44 - D.C. wins… Rooney is out. Now what?

39:17 - With two games left Adrian Heath is out, but Minnesota is still alive!?

50:22 - LA Galaxy: a disastrous season

58:52 - The miracle that never happened: Messi Miami’s ELIMINATED

1:05:55 - Austin OUT, but Josh Wolff will be back

1:10:22 - Evaluating Luchi’s first season with the Quakes

1:16:37 - East Playoff Roundup

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:15pm EDT

It's awards szn! Andrew Wiebe, Calen Carr, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro debate potential award candidates, break down the latest in the playoff race, and do a live MVP candidate unboxing! 

3:15 - East bubble teams show some life!

5:40 - Chicago aren’t dead yet

16:52 - Denis Bouanga drags LAFC to a much-needed win

21:05 - John Herdman not quite ready to coach Toronto

23:15 - Crew hand New England first home loss

30:05 - The Ryan Gauld MVP case

36:00 - What is the best attacking duo in MLS?

44:30 - West Playoff race breakdown

51:00 - East Playoff race breakdown

56:35 - Supporters’ Shield vs MLS Cup

1:05:00 - Our favorite potential playoff matchups

1:17:50 - What’s the future for Wayne Rooney and D.C. United?

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:49pm EDT

It's a Diego Valeri debut! The MLS legend joins Andrew Wiebe and David Gass to preview his new show, crown Cincinnati Shield winners, and celebrate St. Louis' amazing season. 

0:28 - Diego Valeri joins the show! 

10:40 - How Diego Valeri almost ended up playing for Seattle

13:39 - How MLS has changed since 2013

19:49 - Cincinnati are Supporters’ Shield champs!

37:09 - Celebrating St. Louis’ incredible season 

45:08 - Orlando City set a club points record

47:17 - Diego’s top MLS Cup contenders

58:00 - Teams who disappointed on Matchday 35

1:04:25 - Matchday 36 Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:08pm EDT

Houston are champions! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro celebrate the Dynamo's upset win and Ben Olsen's amazing coaching job. The guys then dive into LAFC's Campeones Cup disappointment and the biggest games of Matchday 35.

2:48 - Houston are Open Cup Champions!

14:19 - Ben Olsen deserves a ton of credit

26:09 - Is Miami’s season a success despite a disappointing USOC loss?

39:15: - Our predictions: MLS Cup Contenders

51:00 - Another final, another LigaMX team, another loss for LAFC in Campeones Cup

1:03:01 -  MLS NEXT Pro's unique playoff twist

1:09:15 - Games to watch in Matchday 35!

1:18:30 - MLS Squad Picks, join!

1:21:33 -  Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:58pm EDT

Miami control their own destiny! Portland are the hottest team in the league! Andrew Wiebe, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down the wild swings in the playoff race, and preview Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup & Campeones Cup. 

1:53 - Why Philly can win MLS Cup

8:00 - Shoutout to D.C. and Austin fans

9:23 - Lucho Acosta gets new contract, balls out

20:23 - St. Louis’ fantastic season continues

30:05 - East playoff race update

39:16 - Miami officially control their own playoff destiny

43:29 - U.S. Open Cup Final Preview

48:50 - West playoff race update

46:03 - Miles Joseph is coaching himself into a full-time job

55:50 - RSL bounceback, Jefferson Savarino drama

1:05:20 - Campeones Cup: LAFC’s chance to exorcise Liga MX demons 

1:09:25 - MLS NEXT PRO Decision Day drama! 

10:10:20  Golden Boot Draft update

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:29pm EDT

Four more playoff places booked! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down everything from Matchday 33 including Messi's injury, Cucho's MVP case, and Billy Sharp saving the Galaxy's season.

2:24 - STL clinch playoff spot, amazing season continues

6:15 -  Cucho an MVP candidate?

11:05 - Billy Sharp saves the Galaxy’s season

15:34 - STL, LAFC battle to draw

27:03 - Are Houston MLS Cup contenders? 

31:15 - Do the Sounders have anything left in the tank? 

35:04 - Why the Crew can win MLS Cup

40:42 -  Philly are still in good shape for the playoffs

46:54 - Will Messi, Jordi Alba miss extended time? 

52:30 - East playoff race update 

57:36 - West playoff race update

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:07pm EDT

It's crunch time for the playoff race! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro break down all the biggest moments of Matchday 32 and look ahead to the most pivotal matches Wednesday night. Who will win the West? Who will make the playoffs in the East? All that and more!

5:12 - Houston Dynamo’s GO-LA-ZO

9:16 - Cardiac Cats! Orlando's crazy comeback

16:25 - Matt Miazga causes chaos as Cincinnati draws Philly

18:30 - Denis Bouanga pushes LAFC into the West's top teams

20:50 - In or out: Messi’s Argentinian fashion or Messi’s Argentinian pizza?

25:47 - With a win vs a Messi-less Miami, is Atlanta back?

34:13 - We see it coming, Messi’s needed a rest

39:39 - East Playoff Race Update

53:30 - The path forward for the Rapids

1:00:38- El Trafico delivers... again!

1:05:00 - West Playoff Race Update

1:17:45 - Biggest Matches to watch on Wednesday Night

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:49pm EDT

It's almost awards szn! Andrew Wiebe sits down with David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro to pick out their frontrunners for MVP, Goalkeeper of the Year, and more! The guys also preview a huge weekend of games and discuss what comes next for the Revs after a week of chaos.

0:00 - Intro

4:22 - Orlando visits the Crew for a 6-pointer

8:52 - Philly’s last attempt for a Supporters’ Shield at Cincinnati?!

14:57 - Tata and Josef back to Atlanta… with Messi!

22:09 - The pride, the drama, the honor… yes it’s El Trafico

28:24 - Playoff positioning at stake in the Hudson River Derby

36:06 - The long-term future of the Revs

47:44 - Golden Boot draft update

57:01 - The Goalkeeper of the year RIGHT NOW is...

1:01:00 - Picking the frontrunners for MVP, coach of the year, and more!

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:50am EDT

A truncated MLS slate doesn't mean a truncated ETR! Wiebe is back as the guys dig into Inter Miami's big win and improved playoff chances, LAFC's struggles, St. Louis CITY's ability to find a diamond in the rough and much more!

5:45 - Sam Adeniran and STL still atop the West

14:15 - Evander's breakout, Portland downs LAFC

16:15 - LAFC will make the playoffs… right?

21:40 - Sartini’s master plan to have Vancouver playing at their best

22:50 - Sergio Busquets outsmarts everyone

29:08 - Goalkeeper assist!!!!

30:35 - Miami wins without Messi... The playoff dream is very much alive

41:50 - Under the radar player of the weekend: TKP!

50:35 - Bruce Arena resigns, where do the Revs go from here?

1:00:22 - Danny Musovski in limbo

1:06:23 - Efrain Alvarez to Tijuana

01:10:56 - USMNT v Uzbekistan breakdown

01:13:30 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 2:55pm EDT

Our favorite topic: young players! David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro make their cases for who should be at the top of this season's 2022 under 2022 list and review all the biggest stories of Matchday 30.

6:55 - Breaking down Miami's impressive win over LAFC

18:05 - DC’sTed Ku-Dipietro is balling!

27:17 - Vancouver Whitecaps win Cascadia Cup

32:20 - Alan Pulido is right in the Golden Boot race

38:05 - St. Louis have a chance to prove themselves against SKC

41:31 - Orlando, Facundo Torres upset Cincinnati 

48:11 - Colorado's problems were bigger than Robin Fraser 

58:50 - Our picks for the No. 1 spot on this year's 22 under 22 list

1:21:30 - What a successful window looks like for the USMNT

1:23:13 - Matchday 31 Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:58am EDT

Cincinnati can’t be stopped! Matt Doyle and Stefano Fusaro join David Gass to break down Cincy’s historic turnaround and make Lucho Acosta’s case for MVP. The guys sort through the rest of Matchday 29 before turning their attention to international call ups, and this weekend’s matches, headlined by LAFC hosting Messi’s Miami! 

5:27 - Why Lucho Acosta is the MLS MVP right now

7:12 - Cincinnati’s turnaround is absolutely incredible

23:33 - Galaxy save their season with Cali Clasico comeback

29:20 - Houston on fire, Hector Herrera makes Mexico return

34:45 - Argentina calls up 3 MLS Players 

39:12 - USMNT roster breakdown

42:25 - MLS Squad Pick - Our 5 LOCKS to score this weekend

46:57 - LAFC showdown with Messi and Miami

51:08 - Mamadou Fall to Barcelona?

54:20 - SKC looking for revenge against St. Louis 

57:45 - Should Seattle bench Ruidiaz for Jordan Morris?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:20pm EDT

MLS is officially back with a full slate of action, and the guys gather to break it all down, from a new head coach in Toronto to Houston's red-hot form and Messi's first MLS goal! 

2:22 - Best Non-Messi things we saw on Matchday 28

2:54 - Columbus Crew & Jacen Russell-Rowe

6:50 - Sam Adekugbe and Richie Laryea help Vancouver get a big Cascadia W

11:05 - Corey Baird’s crab celebration + Dynamo's great form 

20:07 - How much money would it take for Atlanta to sell Thiago Almada?

30:20- Messi as a sub, same result!

35:55 - Is Miami the best team in MLS right now?

44:44 - Should we be worried about Nashville?

50:15 - 10 point gap for Cincinnati… Is the Shield race over? 

57:54 - Charlotte shocks LAFC

1:11:10 - Can John Herdman fix Toronto?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:25pm EDT

It’s the end of an era in Portland as the Timbers and Gio Savarese part ways. David Gass, Matt Doyle, Calen Carr, and Tom Bogert discuss what Gio has meant to Portland, where could we see him next in MLS, and where do the Timbers go from here. The crew also weighs in on the reports connecting Canadian Men’s National Head Coach John Herdman to the TFC vacancy. Finally we have arrived on the eve of Leo Messi’s MLS debut the guys get you ready for that an all of Match day 28.

5:58 - Gio Savarese and Portland part ways

30:28 - Portland Coach search 

58:30 - Petrovic to Chelsea!

1:09:00 Messi’s 1st MLS game!

1:15:00 - Matchday 28 Games to Watch!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:30pm EDT

Messi and Miami are Leagues Cup Champions! But can they stay hot in Wednesday's Open Cup semis and then make a legitimate playoff push? David Gass is joined by Matt Doyle and Tom Bogert to answer those questions, break down Matchday 27, and predict which teams will claim the Wild Card spots in each conference.

3:56 - Messi, Miami win Leagues Cup!

32:39 - Best Things We Saw on Matchday 27

36:15 - Columbus’ statement win over rival Cincinnati

44:44- The Dynamo dynamite the Timbers!

50:45 - Predicting the East Wild Card teams

1:00:32 - Predicting the West Wild Card teams?

1:17:00 - US Open Cup Semifinals: Cincinnati v Miami, Houston v Salt Lake!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:17pm EDT

The A-team is back ... and Messi is still doing Messi stuff! The Leagues Cup final is set: Nashville SC vs. Inter Miami. The guys suss out how Miami spoiled yet another Philly tournament run and celebrate Nashville's historic win against Monterrey, then turn their attention to the final matchup. Plus, MLS is back (and so is the Golden Boot Draft)! We've got you MatchDay 27 preview!

1:40 Gass met a fan!

5:36 Is this the best MLS has ever been?

12:50 Best Things we Saw in the Leagues Cup Semifinals

15:20 Why Sam Surridge is a perfect fit for Nashville 

27:06 What happened to Philly? 

37:35 Nashville/Gary Smith masterclass 

44:11 Leagues Cup Final Preview

59:50 Golden Boot Teams: Midseason Addition Draft

1:06:04 Teams we’re most interested in for the stretch run of the MLS regular season

1:06:06 Columbus Crew

1:10:13 Real Salt Lake

1:11:32 NYCFC 

1:12:55 Minnesota United

1:14:50 Matchday 27 matches to watch

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:12pm EDT

Forty seven teams started the Leagues Cup journey, but only four remain. Can Messi and Inter Miami finish off their fairytale or will the Union finally get over their Cup disappointments? Why did LAFC blow it against Rayados? And are Nashville better suited to take down the Liga MX Gigantes? Plus, Tom Bogert has your transfer updates.

2:41 Is Neymar coming to MLS?!?

4:00 Why Union vs. Inter Miami is a dream semifinal

5:38 Who will get the Concacaf Champions Cup spots?

11:21 Wiebe's reluctant "I was right about Charlotte" victory parade

14:15 Drexel Dragons 1, Liga MX 0

16:30 No surprise Hany Mukhtar goes off with a DP No. 9

19:40 Big-picture Liga MX vs. MLS takes

34:20 Ranking Inter Miami's opponents so far in Leagues Cup

37:05 Why the Union will be Messi's most difficult test yet (and should be favorites)

55:16 How on earth did LAFC blow that lead to Monterrey?

59:53 Why Nashville has a chance to shock Mexico and make it an all-MLS final

1:07:30 Transfer Rumors! Almada! Cowell! Ferreira!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:42pm EDT

Leagues Cup may be many things, but it is never boring. The guys dig into Lionel Messi’s latest masterclass and the quarterfinal matchup with Charlotte, declair LAFC officially back, marvel at the drama in the Clasico Regio and Nashville-Club America matches and draft the craziest moments from the tournament so far!

4:36 - Best things Gass, Wiebe, Doyle and Tommy Scoops saw Round of 16


5:12 - Jim Curtin slams the Red Bulls in press conference


11:30 - Minnesota jump the gun on Club América tickets


15:00 - Nashville’s Panicco comes in to save the PK shootout!


16:15 - Nahuel Guzmán: The GK drama, fun and craziness


24:50 - Dayne St. Claire’s is going full Nahu!


28:05 - Snake draft! Choosing the craziest Leagues Cup’s moments so far


42:14 - Every Inter Miami/Messi game in Leagues Cup is epic!


54:42 - Patrick Agyemang and Charlotte into semis, but do they have a chance vs. Messi?!?


1:02:00 - The Leagues Cup Dark Horse: Querétaro!


1:10:33 - Leagues Cup matchup: Hany v Reynoso!


1:17:23 - LAFC v Monterrey: Denis Bouanga is back!


1:22:26 - Ideal Leagues Cup Final!

 

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3:45 - Best things we saw from the last 3 Leagues Cup matchdays

5:39 - Nahuel Guzmán penalty shootout absurdity

10:40 - Clásico Regio Leagues Cup edition

13:56 - Bongi Hlongwane: Your Leagues Cup Gold Boot leader 

14:50 - Los Diablos de Toluca THE fun team to watch

19:00 -  Club América v Hany Mukhtar's Nashville!

28:40 -  Orlando trash talk Messi, lose anyway

41:55 - Are Philly still East Region favorites? 

48:18 - Can Dallas stop the Messi show?

52:02 - LAFC are back and rested

56:44 - Transfer Window Deep Dive

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:12pm EDT

Doyle is back! The guys gather to wrap up the Leagues Cup group stage, including a very strange day for the Crew. We run through the best things we saw, dig into the Lucas Zelarayan farewell and Diego Fagundez trade and rank the Knockout Round regions. Can Messi and Miami really win?

4:05 -   Leagues Cup Group Stage Recap

4:30 - Columbus smashing Club América in Zelarayan’s farwell 

21:14 - Seattle ALMOST take it to Fair Play points

27:25 - Brian White steps up for Vancouver

29:00 - Duncan McGuire leads Orlando past Santos

33:35 - What happened to Chivas!?

38:25 - Djordje Petrovic has eyes on Premier League

45:55 - Cruz Azul celebration

49:15 - LA Galaxy acquires Diego Fagundez from Austin

55:00 -  Our Leagues Cup Group Stage Best XI

59:40 - Predicting who will win Leagues Cup

1:02:22 - The Knockouts - West Region

1:04:53 - The Knockouts - Central Region

1:09:10 - The Knockouts - East Region

1:12:51 - The Knockouts - South Region

1:16:22 - Inter Miami v Orlando… a rivalry on the rise

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:10pm EDT

Leagues Cup rolls on and Liga MX strikes back! Andrew Wiebe is joined by David Gass, Calen Carr, and Stefano Fusaro to talk about the big clubs in Liga MX flexing their muscles, the crazy scenarios for the final matches of the group stage, and yet another otherworldly Messi performance.

3:40 -  Past legends we'd love to see in Leagues Cup

10:30 - MLS v Liga MX: the chaos so far

16:14-  Club América gives RSL a reality check

22:35 - Best thing we saw in 2nd round of Leagues Cup Group Matches

22:49 - Dayne St. Clair vs Shaqiri

26:19 - Fireworks in Nashville - Toluca

30:25 - Brandon Vazquez demolishes Chivas

32:50 - Lionel Messi does it again

40:35 - Most interesting result of the past 3 matchdays

41:03 - Tigres survives the Timbers!

48:22 - Monterrey rotates and smashes RSL

51:52 - New England smokes Atlético San Luis

57:45 - Players we're enjoying watching most in the tournament

57:56 - Julian Quiñones en Club América!

1:06:22 - Strikers Germán Berterame and Mounsef Bakrar show out

1:08:34 - Emanuel Reynoso is on fire

1:10:10 -  Matches to watch this weekend

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:35pm EDT

The guys welcome a new partner in soccer (gotta listen to find out who!) and dig into the opening Leagues Cup match days, starting with Lionel Messi’s insane debut and game winner against Cruz Azul. Plus, Real Salt Lake are rolling, Reynoso might actually be the best Argentine 10 in the league, the Crew got Gressel and John Tolkin is twerking. Tom Bogert also takes you through the latest MLS transfer chatter!

3:59 - The GOAT Delivers for Miami

16:23 - Cruz Azul - Miami match breakdown

29:49 - Atlanta v Miami, Tata, Josef and MESSI!

33:03 - Chichooooooo did it again! 

37:15 - Columbus Crew fans are legit!

39:49 - 38 penalty kicks at Vancouver v Leon 

42:25 - A wild Cincinnati come back!

42:52 - Alan Pulido, what are you doing?!

44:40 - Hany “The game changer” Mukhtar

46:50 - Mazatlán upsets Austin FC!

50:00 - Reynoso is a BALLER

52:40 - MLS-LIGA MX head-to-head 

55:00 - Minnesota are contenders?

58:20 - Look ahead to the next group stage matches

1:06:03 - These teams HAVE to win

1:06:58 - Tom’s transfer news and updates

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:32pm EDT

It's really real! The greatest player of all time has signed for Inter Miami! David Gass and Calen Carr break down the surreal Messi signing and what it means for the league.Then, the boys are joined by Concacaf extraordinaire Jon Arnold to get you set for Leagues Cup with a full preview! 

1:47 Messi arrives at Inter Miami… OFFICIALLY!

8:49 Pause everything - Leagues Cup is here!!!

13:42 The tough groups within Leagues Cup

22:30 West 1- Tigres, Portland, San Jose

27:05 West 2- Monterrey, Real Salt Lake, Seattle

32:00 West 3 - LA Galaxy, Club Léon, Vancouver

36:15 Central 1- América, Columbus, St. Louis CITY

41:05 Central 2- Puebla, Minnesota United, Chicago Fire

45:08 Central 3- Chivas, Cincinnati, Kansas City

50:17 Central 4- Nashville, Toluca, Colorado

54:18 South 1- Austin, Mazatlán, Juárez

58:55 South 2- Santos, Orlando City, Houston Dynamo

1:04:05 South 3- Cruz Azul, Inter Miami, Atlanta United

1:10:05 South 4- Dallas, Necaxa, Charlotte

1:14:09 East 1- Philadelphia, Tijuana, Querétaro

1:18:25 East 2- Montréal, Pumas, DC United

1:23:17 East 3- NYCFC, Atlas, Toronto FC

1:27:05 East 4- NY Red Bulls. Atlético San Luis, New England

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:31pm EDT

The guys gather to dig into Wednesday night’s MLS slate and chat through some transfer rumors, including Tom’s big MLS 360 debut! Have Cincy locked up the Shield? Did we get a glimpse at 2019 Carlos Vela? What’s up with the scene on the ‘Caps sideline? Why does Jim Curtin love four-letter words? Why can’t SKC finish a game? Plus, a transfer roundup and much more!

4:43 - Best things we saw on Matchday 25

23:20 - LAFC open the floodgates to beat St. Louis 3-0!

27:10 - LAFC, contenders for the Supporters' Shield and Leagues Cup?

30:00 - LAFC Transfer Rumors

34:20 - How much does Teemu Pukki raise Minnesota's ceiling?

42:36 - Who will get the last two spots Western Conference Playoff spots? 

51:48 - Chicago on a heater

1:02:20 - Tom Bogert Transfer Extravaganza

1:18:35 - USMNT out, Panama IN!

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:03pm EDT

We are HERE for the US - Canada rivalry! David Gass and Tom Bogert break down the USMNT's quarterfinal win over the Canadians: What Canada showed desipte the loss, and the outlook for the USMNT for the rest of the tournament. The guys then dive in on everything MLS including Austin's resurgence and whether RSL are trophy contenders after a massive summer transfer window. 

 

5:55  - USMNT v Canada Gold Cup: a rivalry ignited!

22:59 -  Best Things we saw on Matchday 24

25:00 - Would you keep Alan Pulido in SKC?

26:05 - The Rapids are back!

31:46 - What's behind Austin’s mid-season resurgence?

38:45 - Chicho Arango, debuts, starts, scores!

43:10 - Are RSL now trophy contenders?

46:29 - Orlando is a roller coaster!

51:00 - Franco Ibarra HAS to leave Atlanta?

57:34 - New England sign Argentine forward Tomás Chancalay

1:00:08 - Where are the transfers in Nashville?

1:04:47 - The BIG game of the week - LAFC v STL Matchup!

1:09:49 - Who gets the final playoff spot in the East?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:56pm EDT

The transfer window is open! With the summer signings pouring in, David Gass sits down with Kaylyn Kyle and Tom Bogert to discuss who they're most excited to see debut this weekend as well as signings still to come. The trio also recap Riqui Puig's unreal El Trafico performance and preview Sunday's USA - Canada Gold Cup showdown. 

7:22 - MLS attendance record at Rose Bowl! 

11:50 - Riqui Puig and Chiellini hug it out

15:00 - Can the Galaxy make the playoffs?

20:11 - What's happened to LAFC?

28:40 - Mahala Opoku to Monréal!

38:09 - Transfer Window is open

38:38 - Per Tom’s Report - Jim Curtin stays in Philly

46:50 - Chicho Arango to debut with RSL

48:19 - Teemu Pukki ready to go in Minnesota

1:06:00 - Where is Rodolfo Pizarro going?

1:10:05 -  Jordi Alba to Inter Miami?

1:18:03 - Insigne to Saudi Arabia?

1:23:18 - Gold Cup Quarterfinal - USA v Canada

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:20pm EDT

MLS Commissioner Don Garber is officially #OneOfUs! The guys run through all the MLS All-Star squad selections, give our ideal starting XI, fix the snubs that had us scratching our heads and ponder East vs. West in the future. Plus, a full transfer breakdown/update (Pukki, Vazquez etc) and games to watch in MatchDay 22!

1:48 - All-Star roster breakdown

3:20 - All-Star starting XI to face Arsenal

8:50 - Biggest ASG snubs

26:04 - Is Teemu Pukki the right signing for Minnesota? 

38:47 - Where does Alberth Elis fit best in MLS?

41:55 - Four teams whose season are changed most by a key signing!

49:29 - Should Cincinnati sell Brandon Vazquez?

58:49 - Manchester City’s Rodolfo Borrell to join Austin FC as Sporting Director?

1:04:45 - Which teams should prioritize Leagues Cup?

1:12:04 - Matchday 22 - Games to Watch

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:54pm EDT

BREAKING NEWS! Bob Bradley is no longer the manager and sporting director in Toronto, so what's next for the club and one of the United States' best-ever coaches? Plus, the best things we saw in MatchDay 21, including a Wiebe list, and Tom Bogert's transfer predictions...

00:54 - Bob Bradley out in Toronto

19:54 - Where do Toronto go for their next coach? 

26:22 - Should TFC tear it down and rebuild?

36:00 - What’s the ceiling for Vancouver? 

43:39 - Reynoso starts, Minnesota blow it late

45:20 - Big road win for St. Louis!

48:44 - Young Players building off U20 World Cup success

51:10 - Current state of U.S. Youth Development

1:01:43 - Transfer news & notes with Tom Bogert

1:17:15 - Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 2:20pm EDT

Another double matchweek means more squad rotation! Sacha Kljestan joins Andrew Wiebe, Calen Carr, and Tom Bogert to take you through everything from Matchday 20! 

3:18 - Best things we saw Matchday 20

12:39 - Cincinnati looking absolutely unstoppable

18:00 - Real Salt Lake climbing the table in the West

25:27 - Is it time to recalibrate expectations for St. Louis?

33:02 - 3 wins in a week for Houston! 

46:30 - Are LAFC back? 

54:00 - Chucky Lozano to MLS???

56:42 - Where would Reggie Cannon fit in MLS?

59:10 - Swapping places - teams that will be in or out of the playoffs

1:05:52 - Mailbag

 

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:16pm EDT

The guys are back after a Monday holiday to break down the best in Matchday 19 (Hany hatty, Ruiz bomb and premature celebrations), look ahead to Matchday 20 (uh oh, here come Gold Cup absences) and talk through some big Messi-to-Miami news. Plus, Tommy Scoops' transfer notebook, MLS midseason award check-in and USMNT/GGG thoughts!

5:22 - Hany Mukhtar hat-trick vs RSL

8:02 - Bocce Soccer in San Jose’s Halftime show 

10:17 - Pablo Ruiz goal: 68.24 yards (and some questions for Wayne Rooney)

22:20 - Teams hit the hardest by the Gold Cup

31:49 - Messi & Friends: Can Miami go full “Tiki Taka” Barcelona?

39:40 - Tom Bogert’s Transfer Notebook/News

49:05 - Midseason Awards! From MVP to D-Mid of the Year

1:09:27 - Supporters’ Shield Predictions

1:12:13 -Nations League Champions: Vamos USMNT!

1:17:20 - Gio Reyna balls out in blonde

1:19:30 - Gregg Berhalter is back! Is that a good thing for USMNT?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:24pm EDT

Zero Messi talk. Promise. The guys sit down to imagine Lucho Acosta on the USMNT, run through the hot transfer topics in MLS outside Inter Miami, as well as provide a transfer primer for new listeners trying to get their bearings. Plus, deep dives on Minnesota United, Sporting KC and Nashville SC.

0:45 - Exchange MLS - Liga MX players and coaches 

5:11 - Lucho Acosta possible pathway to USMNT

14:07 - Cincinnati DP transfer - Aaron Boupendza from Al-Shabab, Saudi Professional League

25:37 - Roster Rules 101

30:48 - Is Columbus Crew a  contender for the title?

33:00 - If Thiago Almada leaves, who should Atlanta United target for the DP spot?

39:17 - Summer Transfers 

47:27 - Minnesota’s progression during the season 

58:55 - Who is Nashville looking for their big summer DP signing?

1:09:10 - Sporting Kansas City climbing standings

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:36pm EDT

Yes, we talked Messi & Friends and Inter Miami's roster situation BUT not after giving the brilliance of MatchDay 18 its due! Extratime is still (and always will be) all things MLS. Tom Bogert is in the building to educate you on all the transfer dealings around the league.

5:54 - Best Things We Saw Matchday 18

15:24 - How much can Chicho Arango raise RSL’s ceiling?

27:09 - Latest update on Messi to Miami from Tom Bogert

30:43 - Can Miami make the playoffs as constructed?

40:30 - Breaking down how Miami can rebuild its roster on the fly

57:44 - Vancouver Whitecaps FC Deep Dive

1:08:07  - Cincinnati reportedly signing Aaron Boupendza as a DP

1:14:33 - Chicharito done for year with torn ACL

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:03pm EDT

The show title says it all! ALL CAPS NEEDED. The Messi-to-Miami/MLS deal isn't done (yet) and there are details to be worked out, but that won't stop Andrew, David and Calen from reflecting on a surreal day in soccer!

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:54am EDT

CCL heartbreak again! David Gass sits down with Matt Doyle and Kaylyn Kyle to breakdown what went wrong for LAFC over the two legs and how the loss impacts this group's legacy. The trio then shifts back to the league to review everything that went down on Matchday 17 including Emanuel Reynoso's long-awaited return and whether it's panic time for NYCFC. We finish off with a Canadian Championship preview and a USMNT U20 breakdown to complete another great show! 

4:01 - CCL Heartbreak! What went wrong for LAFC

14:12 - How does this loss affect LAFC’s legacy?

25:48 - LAFC rest of season outlook

29:00 - Our must-have players for the All-Star team

39:09 - Best Things We Saw on Matchday 17

47:46 - One-Touch Takes on every MD17 Match

1:04:22 - So much soccer midweek!

1:05:29 - Canadian Championship Preview

1:14:46 - USMNT u20s knocked out of U20 World Cup

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:43pm EDT

It's another double matchweek so that means more squad rotation! Tom Bogert is joined by Sacha Kljestan and Calen Carr to take you through a crazy week of MLS news and action. First, the trio dig into everything from Wednesday night including the crazy 3-3 draw in Atlanta and an unexpected Galaxy comeback.

Then, the guys break down the first leg of the CCL Final and discuss LAFC's chances in the second leg.

Add in some USMNT roster discussion, our must-have players for the All-Star Game, and 7-a-side mailbag question, and you've got a packed show we hope you'll enjoy!

 

3:06 - Best things we saw on Matchday 16

13:22 - Where we rank Lucho Acosta in the MVP race

17:47 -  Are Philly Supporters’ Shield contenders? 

20:47 - Summer transfer notes and rumors

29:07 - Chris Klein out, LA Galaxy respond

38:27 -  One-Touch Takes on every MD16 match

53:55 - LAFC survive the first leg of the CCL Final

1:03:00 - Our must-have players for the All-Star Game

1:13:59 - USMNT Nations League roster breakdown

1:19:57 Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:03pm EDT

After a break for Memorial Day, the crew is back to dig into Matchday 15, including a much-needed win in Toronto following a bombshell reporting in The Athletic and another loss in LA that had Galaxy fans venting their frustrations. Andrew, David and Calen also hit Nashville SC and their as-yet-determined ceiling and rapid fire through every single other result. Plus, Charlie Boehm on the CCL final, Club Leon and what's at stake for LAFC!

4:34 - USMNT Shakeup

10:19 - Best Things we saw from Matchday 15

21:51 - Are things fixed in Toronto?

39:05 - Any relief in sight for the Galaxy?

48:07 - Hany Mukhtar is ridiculous, Nashville are rolling

54:45 - One-Touch Takes

59:01 - CCL Preview w/ Charles Boehm

1:27:18 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:21pm EDT

El Trafico always delivers, this time with all-time petty moments between Riqui Puig and the 3252 and Giorgio Chiellini and Puig. The guys delight in the turn of events and break down everything USOC then turn their attention to Matchday 15 and ... Peoria, Illinois.

5:00 - We love everything about Riqui Puig v Giorgio Chiellini 

23:00 - Have Houston hit a ceiling?

29:27 - Did Nashville miss an opportunity?

35:25 - Are Cincy now the Open Cup favorite? 

39:26 - How the Red Bulls have changed under Troy Lesesne

43:13 - Are the Sounders in trouble? 

48:11 - Chaos continues in Toronto

1:05:18 - Giakoumakis on fire, Atlanta takes on Orlando

1; 15:26 - Our Matchday 15 matches to watch

1:22:56 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:51am EDT

At ETR, we take pride in inventing rivalries ... and ranking said rivalries. Move over El Trafico! O-H-I-O has something to say about the state of Hell! It's real. It has fire. Oh, and CITY vs. Sporting needs an official name. All that and much more, including another low point in Toronto, from Matchday 14!

1:40 - Best Things We Saw on Matchday 14

11:01 - STL v SKC rivalry delivers BIG time

15:27 - What is the best rivalry in the league right now?

20:33 - STL v SKC game breakdown

34:46 - CIN v CLB was the best match of the weekend

45:10 - Philly are rolling

53:24 - Orlando win Clasico del Sol

57:32 - One-touch takes

1:17:11 - What’s gone wrong in Toronto

1:32:40 - Who we want to win the USOC

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:26pm EDT

We've got squad rotation for the double game week! To keep the team fresh for all the matches in the coming weeks, David Gass is joined by Sacha Kljestan for an awesome 2-man show!

The guys discuss MLS' newest club launching in San Diego, the u20 World Cup kicking off this weekend, and, of course, all the action from Wednesday night and the coming action on Matchday 14!

4:38 - Pride Tops are here! 

5:46 - Best things we saw MD13

17:22 - Luiz Araújo reportedly sold

22:41 - Signs of life for Austin?

26:30 - D.C. impresses on the road against Philly 

32:14 - Pressure continues to mount on Toronto

34:49 - Sporting KC gets impressive road result v LAFC

36:40 - We can’t wait for STL v SKC

45:53 - Best “Hell is Real” ever? 

53:20 - Clásico Del Sol Preview

57:34 - El Capitan Preview

1:01:52 - Rocky Mountain Cup Preview

1:03:23 - MLS is coming to San Diego!!!!

1:18:50 - USMNT U20 World Cup Preview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:52pm EDT

The Kaylyn/Calen coalition joins forces for a special ETR digging through all the stories from the weekend's MLS action!

2:25 - Best things we saw Matchday 12 

17:09 - Chicago Fire new coach bump! 

26:37 - STL falling back to earth

31:11 - RBNY new coach bump! 

36:34 - Montréal takes down Toronto twice in 4 days

46:04 - Galaxy get a huge win in the Cali Clásico

51:10 - Inter Miami pulls the upset!

59:10 - One-Touch Takes

1:19:20 - Wednesday night games to watch

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:21pm EDT

Get ready for the MLS weekend with the crew! Andrew, David and Calen dig into the insanity of the US Open Cup and Canadian Championship. After some laughs and wide eyes, it's on to Matchday 12, starting with a requested deep dive on Orlando City and their stop-start season.

6:33 - Our favorite USOC moments (from Tuesday night)

22:14 - Orlando City Deep Dive

43:01 - Rivalry Week Preview! Montréal v Toronto

53:10 - NYCFC v RBNY

1:01:30 - LA Galaxy v San Jose

1:06:57 - Charlotte v Atlanta Preview

1:08:50 - Sporting KC v Minnesota

1:15:13 - Michael Vang Interview

1:32:45 - U20 World Cup Roster Review

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 11:08pm EDT

Slow Monday ... NOT! Two managers lost their jobs in the morning hours, and Extratime is here to break it all down, plus dig into Matchday 11, including the Quakes big win and revenge games for Josef Martinez and Kevin Cabral.

6:23 - Best things we saw on Matchday 11

16:19 - Gerhard Struber OUT at RBNY

26:06 - The path forward for RBNY 

35:39 - Ezra Hendrickson OUT in Chicago

50:22 - Quakes get a statement win over LAFC

55:20 - Emanuel Reynoso back in Minnesota

1:02:32 - Whitecaps on an 8-match unbeaten run

1:05:40 - DOUBLE REVENGE GAMES (Cabral, Josef)

1:16:55 - Galaxy lose again, Chicharito is calling people out

1:19:02 - One-touch takes

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

Andrew Wiebe is still on the mend, so David Gass steps up again alongside Matt Doyle and Calen Carr. The guys break down LAFC's huge CCL Semifinal win over Philadelphia including the Black and Gold's chances in the final and what's next for Philly. 

The crew then dives into Matchday 11, including the Bob Bradley v Bruce Arena showdown, whether Nashville is poised to sign a star striker, and if D.C. can keep their great form going against Cincinnati. 

4:58 - LAFC beat Philly, advance to CCL Final

17:48 - Is this the end for Philly’s core?

32:26 - RBNY v PHI Preview

33:41 - SJ v LAFC Preview

37:01 - Nashville buyout Aké Loba… star striker on the way?

44:01 - Kei Kamara chasing history

49:10 - Where in the World is Calen Carr (CIN v D.C. Preview)

55:42 - Bob Bradley v Bruce Arena showdown

1:01:18 - Messi rumors are heating up again! 

1:09:25 - Seattle hosts Sporting KC for your soccer Sunday

1:20:05 - Mailbag

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:52am EDT

Legacy game! Andrew Wiebe is out due to health & safety protocols so David Gass sits down with Matt Doyle and Kaylyn Kyle to preview Tuesday's massive CCL showdown between LAFC and Philadelphia.

Can LAFC become the greatest MLS team of all time? Can Philly reach a new level by making another final?

The crew then pivots to a full breakdown of Matchday 10 including the Dylan Borrero injury, NYCFC's struggling offense, and a deep dive on streaking D.C.

0:00 - Intro

5:31 - CCL Semifinal Preview - Legacies on the line for LAFC, Philly

18:25 - LAFC v PHI Keys to the match

26:09 - How much does the Borrero injury limit the Revs’ ceiling?

37:00 - Can Brenner get back into Cincy’s lineup?

41:32 - Nashville downs Atlanta

47:20 - D.C. United deep dive

54:21 - Timbers starting to look good

59:22 - Toronto finally win, NYCFC offense struggles

1:03:39 - Miami snap slide, Cucho returns for Columbus

1:07:25 - Montréal beats SKC in a battle of struggling teams

1:09:39 - One-Touch Takes

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:15pm EDT

What's more Extratime than a Danny Leyva intraleague loan? Nothing. The guys chat through Matchday 10, dig into the transfer window moves and draft imaginary expansion teams in the Mailbag!

5:25 - Taty reps MLS against Real Madrid

11:25 - TUESDAY NIGHT CUPSET

14:40 - Tata Martino'd "biggest weakness" is MLS!

18:12 - Deadline Day Recap

  • Danny Leyva and Rida Zouhir loans

  • Mauricio Cuevas back to LA Galaxy

  • Ibrahim Aliyu to Houston

  • TOR, NSH, MIA trade trio

  • Meram, Shinyashiki swap places

  • Columbus patches their LB spot

54:23 - Where in the World is Calen Carr? (NE v CIN Preview)

1:01:13 - Extratime’s MD10 matches to watch

1:08:42 - Mailbag - Drafting FO, manager and player

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:54am EDT

The crew hits every match from MLS Matchday 9, including a new false nine for NYCFC, a first win for the Galaxy, more pressure on Peter Vermes and Sporting KC and big stakes in the Concacaf Champions League for the Union and LAFC!


 1:14 - Congrats to Tom Bogert!
 1:51 - Knicks talk you can skip
 6:44 - Teams on Cupset Alert as U.S. Open Cup returns
 15:38 - Best things we saw Matchday 9
 29:55 - NYCFC are rounding into form
 39:37 - Deep dive on SKC’s struggles
 52:06 - Vrioni scoring, NE rolling
 53:42 - Galaxy, Austin seem to be headed in opposite directions
 59:46 - CCL Semifinals Preview
 1:05:26 - One-Touch Takes

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:39pm EDT

Guess who's back?!? Tommy Scoops AKA Tom Bogert AKA Swishy Tracksuit Guy jumps in the hot seat to tell you everything you need to know about the close of the primary transfer window. From Brenner to Messi and everything in between. Plus, we take a look at MLS Matchday 9.

0:30 - Tom brings his tracksuit to the studio

4:29 - One Planet jerseys are here!

7:29 - Golden Boot Draft Update

21:55 - Brenner’s impending transfer and Cincy’s future

35:56 - Is DeJuan Jones on the way out of NE?

38:54 - Teams who could make moves before the end of the transfer window

52:13 - Best moves of the transfer window 

1:01:46 - Potential MLS summer signings

1:09:21 - Matchday 9 watchability rankings

1:15:37 - Kevin Paredes Interview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 11:29am EDT

Tornado warnings, stoppage time calculations, big-time upsets and high chairs for a certain Armchair Analyst! The ETR crew gathers to talk about everything big and small from MLS Matchday 8...

0:30 - Doyle is now a meme

6:23 - Best things we saw Matchday 8

20:25 - Carlos Vela’s El Trafico brilliance

26:42 - Positives for the Galaxy, but no result to show for it

35:14 - How Portland turned the momentum on the Sounders

41:51 - Who are the Top 5 Timbers of all time?

49:06 - STL blows out Cincinnati

1:03:11 - Biggest turnarounds in MLS history

1:08:49 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:01pm EDT

Breaking news! Kamal Miller is swapping Montreal for Miami (along with $1.3M in GAM) for Bryce Duke and Ari Lassiter. The Thursday crew breaks down the news, then looks ahead to Matchday 8: El Trafico, Cascadia and much, much more.

7:42 - Montréal - Miami blockbuster trade breakdown

32:20 - El Trafico is here! LAFC look dominant

43:28 - State of the Galaxy heading into El Trafico

59:44 - Where in the World is Calen Carr (MIN v ORL Preview)

1:02:00 - Extratime’s Matchday 8 games to watch

1:06:21 - Portland needs to get season turned around against Seattle

1:08:47 - St. Louis gets another big test against Cincy

1:12:54 - USMNT roster thoughts

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:56am EDT

It's Denis Bouanga's world and the rest of MLS beware! The crew gathers in studio for the full Matchday recap, including "Buy and Sell" Eastern Conference edition. 

1:30 - Gass is back from GA Cup!

17:37 - Best things we saw on Matchday 7

23:58 - Rapids finally get a win!!

35:37 - Bouanga nets hatty, LAFC on fire

49:28 - Houston are good! And fun! 

50:36 - LA Galaxy in a rough spot, El Trafico looms

1:03:05 - Cincinnati continue to grind out wins

1:05:41 - Buy or Sell: Eastern Conference teams

1:17:19 - RSL snap skid

1:17:49 - Miami in free fall

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:13pm EDT

For the first time in years, we're actually in NEW YORK, NEW YORK! Andrew, Calen and Doyle run through positive and negative suprises among players so far in MLS, then turn their attention to Matchday 7 to get you ready for the weekend.

0:10 - We’re back in studio!!

5:50 - Players who’ve been the biggest surprises

15:21 - Players who’ve been the biggest disappointments

26:23 - Why goals are down across the league

33:08 - Golden Boot Draft Update + Who we’re backing to score Matchday 7

39:52 - Cincy v Philly in an Eastern Conference showdown

47:33 - Seattle v CITY for the top spot in the West 

54:53 - NYC v Atlanta Preview

59:17 - LAFC v Austin Preview

1:01:38 - Where in the World is Calen Carr Matchday 7 Edition

1:03:16 - Our games to watch for Matchday 7

1:10:07 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:45am EDT

After a lively Matchday 6, the gang gathers (sans Gass, watch GA Cup coverage on MLS Season Pass!) to go over the headlines. Plus, which coaches have impressed the most so far ... Adrian Heath, Bradley Carnell, Brian Schmetzer, Wilfried Nancy ... and Robin Fraser?!?

3:36 - Best things we saw from Matchday 6

5:02 - Minnesota knocks off STL, remains unbeaten

11:31 - How will St. Louis bounce back?

15:38 - Simon Becher sets a record, Vancouver rolls

21:01 - What’s Seattle’s best XI?

38:14 - Wilfried Nancy’s vision is coming together in Columbus

47:08 - Signs of life for Colorado?

53:39 - Cincinnati’s defense is elite

57:41 - Quick hit results and topics

1:10:39 - CCL Preview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:25pm EDT

If you yell at us enough, we will talk about your team! Revs supporters proved that, and got a deep dive as their reward. The guys wrap up the international window for the USMNT and Canada, then preview Matchday 6, including German interest in Brandon Vazquez.

4:12 - Big takeaways from Nations League for the USMNT & Canada

14:01 - Deep dive on the Revs’ hot start to the season

31:17 - Brandon Vazquez to the Bundesliga? 

35:32 - Battle of the unbeatens when STL takes on Minnesota

43:38 - Extratime’s matches to watch for Matchday 6

1:04:52 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:41am EDT

Everything you need to know (and lots you don't) after MLS Matchday 5. Kaylyn beats the machines to join the show, and the guys dig into Folarin Balogun to USMNT...

4:38 - USMNT back… is it Folarin Balogun time???

13:07 - Kévin Cabral scores, things are bad in Austin

21:14 - Houston Dynamo are back, baby! 

28:24 - Dénis Bouanga steps off the plane and scores the winner

31:40 - CITY are STILL perfect

45:51 - Columbus smash Atlanta

53:51 - Jordan Morris scores four, Sounders dominate

59:39 - Revs quietly near the top of the league 

1:05:39 - Why we’re not worried about Philly

1:08:06 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:16pm EDT

The guys are here to get you ready for MLS Matchday 5! We dig into our games to watch, the Rapids tough start and the effects of the international break.

6:24 - Arsenal named 2023 MLS All-Star opponent

14:54 - MLS teams getting hit hard by international call ups

28:21 - Austin v Colorado in a matchup of desperate teams

30:57 - Deep dive on what’s gone wrong in Colorado

48:17 - Our matches to watch in MD5

59:06 - Dante Vanzeir Interview

1:17:57 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:20am EDT

Everything you need (or don't need lol) to know about MLS Matchday 4. Tom joins the show with some much-needed insider transfer knowledge, too! You can watch ETR on MLS Season Pass on Apple TV or YouTube.

1:27 - Best things we saw Matchday 4

8:28 - Almada balling, Atlanta for real

19:36 - How long can St. Louis CITY stay perfect?

36:21 – Houston get a statement win

46:32 - Making sense of that WILD Montréal comeback win

53:58 - Signs of life in Charlotte

57:11 - Toronto win, Insigne on the way out?

1:02:32 - RBNY get first win, Vanzeir gets first goal

1:07:53 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:51pm EDT

We've got the fever, and now so do you. The guys break down all the action from the Concacaf Champions League Round of 16 then look ahead to MLS Matchday 3!

1:00 - Breakdown of our show intro

13:56 - Celebrating Violette’s storybook CCL run

22:47 - What went wrong for Austin

35:09 - Orlando take Tigres to the wire

45:44 - LAFC survive Alajuelense comeback

47:28 - ‘Caps cruise to quarterfinals, face LAFC

48:19 - Philly handle business against Alianza, now face Atlas

50:13 - Sounders host LAFC in Matchday 4’s headliner

54:59 - Can St. Louis stay unbeaten? 

59:01 - Our matches to watch this weekend

1:15:09 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:54pm EDT

It's Monday and that means a full deep dive into Matchday 3! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Kaylyn Kyle hit on all the big storylines from the weekend including STL's magical run, LAFC's dominance, and Cincy's big win!

2:06 - Best things we saw Matchday 3

15:31 - LAFC look dominant

26:41 - CITY win again! And now Roberto Firmino on the way???

41:19 - Evaluating Evander’s performance 3 matches in

44:31 - Is Cincinnati the best team in the league? 

51:36 - Caleb Wiley breakout! Are Atlanta back?

55:41 - Breaking down what’s gone wrong in Charlotte 

1:00:41 - Gregore’s injury could be season-changing for Miami

1:08:30 - Quick hit results

1:22:10 - CCL Preview

 

Direct download: 230313_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-20_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:28pm EDT

Calen Carr is back! And he returns after a wild Concacaf Champions League matchday...

The guys break down Orlando's heroic draw, Austin's embarrassing loss and the Union's mature result, then turn their focus to Matchday 3 in MLS! Plus, more team assignments in the mailbag.

0:30 - Calen Carr’s Extratime season debut

7:59 - Orlando survives El Volcán!

22:24 - Austin lives the CCL free space experience

42:04 - Philly gets a good result in El Salvador 

50:23 - Games we’re looking forward to the most for Matchday 3

54:04 - We’re hyped for the Cincy - Seattle showdown 

56:51 - Can Miami keep their run going against NYCFC?

59:19 - Which 2-win team is most impressive?

1:06:00 - MLS news roundup

1:08:21 - Mailbag

Direct download: 230308_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-19_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:40pm EDT

We're back to break down anything and everything from Matchday 2! Former Canada international Kaylyn Kyle joins Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle to discuss STL's hot start, whether Miami are trophy contenders, and which MLS teams have the best shot in CCL!

3:39 - Celebrating St. Louis’ first-ever home match

15:01 - Best things we saw in Matchday 2

31:30 - Are Inter Miami Supporters’ Shield contenders?

34:41 - Sounders are flying out of the gate

40:50 - LAFC get ringz, celebrate by beating Portland

47:23 - STL-CLT game breakdown

58:23 - Quick hit results

1:20:34 - CCL fever is back! Which MLS teams have a legit shot?

 

Direct download: 230306_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-18_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

We're dropping ETR on Thursday mornings! You're welcome, and thank you to everyone who sent in mail. Andrew and Dave are joined by Backheeled's Joe Lowery to go through all the best questions ahead of MLS Matchday 2. We talk about our soccer journeys, look ahead to the weekend's games, throw out some fake trades and much more!

4:11 - Reminiscing on the moments that got us into soccer

11:29 - Games we're most excited about in Matchday 2 (Hello, STL!)

27:45 - How James Sands’ return changes NYCFC

33:51 - Matchday 2 players to watch 

43:03 - Options for Austin at centerback, in league and out

50:09 - Scheming up MLS trades that make sense for both clubs

56:33 - Takeaways from Losada’s first game with Montréal

58:55 - The best cores in the league to build around

1:03:40 - Rapid-fire mailbag

Direct download: 230301_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-17_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:47am EDT

MLS is back, and the guys dig into the first slate of games, one by one! Best things we saw! Biggest overreactions! St. Louis CITY's first win! Thiago Almada masterclass! And much more!

7:00 - Best things we saw from Matchday 1

13:05 - Biggest overreactions coming off Matchday 1

18:49 - Why the Lorenzo Insigne injury is so alarming

21:06 - STL get their first win in club history! 

33:44 - Philly roll over Columbus, but Crew show pluck

40:39 - Thiago Almada MVP campaign is underway

51:46 - Dream home opener for Nashville, serious concerns for NYCFC

56:38 - Why Cincy's flat win was encouraging 

59:49 - Quick hit results

1:16:23 - Mailbag! 

Direct download: 230227_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-16_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:13pm EDT

The day has finally come ... MLS is back! The guys are here to get you ready for Matchday 1, including an epic El Trafico. Plus, the Golden Boot Draft is full of laughs and we assign clubs for more neutral fans!

6:57 - We’ve got more of the new jerseys to show off!

16:31 - Get HYPED for El Trafico

24:23 - Matchday 1 Games we’re most excited for 

30:09 - Gass Theorem Award predictions

34:23 - 2023 Golden Boot Draft

1:06:34 - Mailbag - more team assignments!

Direct download: 230223_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-15_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 1:51pm EDT

The season is almost here! With just four days until MLS is back, Andrew, David, Doyle and Tommy Scoops embark on ETR's favorite show of the year...

It's prediction time! The guys start by breaking down the new playoff format before diving into predictions for both real and Extratime-sanctioned awards. We round out the show with our second annual trophy draft! 

6:37 - More new MLS kits!

13:02 - Breaking down the new MLS Cup Playoffs format

24:03 - Quick MLS news and notes

29:37 - Traditional award predictions

1:00:53 - Extratime award predictions 

1:24:53 - 2023 Extratime Trophy Draft

Direct download: 230221_Extratime_Season-13_Episode-14_FULL-SHOW-AUDIO.mp3
Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:59pm EDT