Extratime (Soccer)

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!

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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

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:59pm EDT

We're officially one week away from MLS opening day. The guys welcome Tommy Scoops back to the show, talk Julian Araujo to Barcelona, a blockbuster trade out of Portland and finish up the team previews with ATX, LAFC, CLT, MIA, NYC and TOR!

4:32 - New kits are here! Our favorites from the first batch

12:14 - Julián Araujo to Barca back on??

15:18 - Bill Tuiloma trade breakdown

25:27 - Austin Season Preview

35:14 - LAFC Season Preview

43:20 - Charlotte Season Preview

50:39 - Miami Season Preview

58:44 - NYCFC Season Preview

1:07:07 - Toronto Season Preview

1:13:00 - Top 5 RBs and D-Mids in MLS

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:44pm EDT

Big news! Extratime is coming back to video! All the details, plus the guys dig into Sebastian Driussi's new contract. Then it's time for six more team previews -- ATL, CLB, CIN, LAG, NASH and NE -- and Top 5 rankings of left backs and center forwards.

3:47 - We’re returning to video! 

7:07 - Why we’re all about Driussi’s new contract

18:39 - Things are getting dicey in Minnesota! 

22:42 - Jonathan Mensah trade breakdown

31:47 - Atlanta Season Preview

41:00 - Columbus Season Preview

48:19 - Cincinnati Season Preview

55:43 - LA Galaxy Season Preview

1:04:59 - Nashville Season Preview

1:14:36 - New England Season Preview

1:22:20 - Top 5 LBs and No. 9s

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:40pm EDT

Andrew is completing a cross-country move so David Gass and Matt Doyle are here for your bi-weekly dose of MLS! The guys preview 6 more clubs, talk to new CF Montréal head coach Hernán Losada, and continue our Top 5 position rankings with wingers and centerbacks! 

6:00 - Dishing out more team assignments to listeners

11:07 - Atlanta United has a new DP striker

14:59 - Why the Jayden Nelson transfer is disappointing

21:00 - Orlando City Season Preview

31:10 - Houston Dynamo FC Season Preview

40:49 - FC Dallas Season Preview

49:43 - RBNY Season Preview

57:35 - Minnesota United Season Preview

1:05:56 - Interview:  Hernán Losada

1:19:54 - CF Montréal Season Preview

1:23:19 - Top 5 Position Rankings: LW, RW & CB

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:38pm EDT

Free space is everywhere, even at the Club World Cup. The guys break down the Sounders' disappointing loss, overreact to the preseason, discuss whether Jesse Marsch deserves to walk into the USMNT job and dig into the Union, St. Louis CITY, Earthquakes, Real Salt Lake, Chicago Fire and Sporting KC as our season previews roll on. Plus, Top 5 goalkeepers and box-to-box midfielders!

3:44 - We assign Jim an MLS team

6:39 - Sounders bounced from the Club World Cup

16:31 - Preseason overreactions

21:51 - Is Jesse Marsch the leading USMNT candidate?

31:47 - LAFC in for Abuameyang?

34:36 - Philadelphia Union season preview

42:33 - St. Louis season preview

49:43 - San Jose season preview

58:28 - RSL season preview

1:13:07 - SKC season preview

1:20:13 - Top 5 GKs in MLS

1:23:06 - Top 5 Box-to-Box midfielders in MLS

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

Wiebe is back to help kick off the 2023 Season Previews! Plus, all the latest transfers, including Julian Araujo in limbo to Barca and Chicho to Pachuca, the top five No. 10s in MLS and an interview with Sounders manager Brian Schmetzer from the Club World Cup.

0:42 - Why does Doyle hate Tom?

5:10 - Best things to watch on Apple Season Pass

10:43 - Preseason stories we’re overreacting to

15:00 - Why Julian Araujo’s potential Barca move got held up

19:15 - Why LAFC sold Chicho Arango to Pachuca 

23:17 - Brenner staying with FC Cincinnati

25:00 - Brian Schmetzer Interview

48:02 - What to expect from the Sounders in the Club World Cup

52:35 - Seattle Sounders season preview

1:01:59 - Portland Timbers season preview

1:09:56 - Vancouver Whitecaps season preview

1:18:28 - D.C. United season preview

1:27:23 - Colorado Rapids season preview

1:36:13 - Top 5 No. 10s in MLS

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

Andrew is still missing his voice so it's back to a 3-man crew today! David Gass, Tom Bogert, and Matt Doyle break down all the latest transfer news as the European window draws to a close. The guys also delve into the Sounders' chances at a Club World Cup run and give their takeaways from last week's January Camp friendlies. 

 

5:34 - Transfer deadline day is here! (for Europe)

7:33 - Where do Cincy turn if they sell Brenner?

20:17 - Latest on LAFC’s transfers + glaring roster holes

30:20 - Philadelphia look set to hold onto two key players

35:47 - Chicago in for a DP striker

42:03 - RBNY finally move on from Klimala

54:33 - Club World Cup is HERE! GET HYPED!

1:03:59 - USMNT January camp takeaways

1:13:07 - Mailbag and win-win trades we want to see

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

Andrew Wiebe is sidelined with voice loss so David Gass steps in to host alongside Matt Doyle and Tom Bogert! The guys go deep on the fallout from the USMNT shakup and discuss where the program should look for its new sporting director and coach. Then the crew turns to MLS to discuss Toronto's rebuild, Philly's big trade and much more!

 

6:46 - USMNT shakeup! We break down the fallout

12:21 - Where does the national team program go from here?

26:11 - USMNT - Serbia takeaways (Zendejas + Sonora thoughts)

44:01 - Sean John joining Toronto - is this club ready to contend?

51:118 - Philly making moves, keeps getting better

1:01:31 - Orlando continues to win the offseason

1:03:17 - Atlanta in for a new striker 

1:05:16 - MLS teams will have their depth tested this year

1:08:41 - RBNY’s roster is starting to look interesting

1:12:29 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:23pm EDT

Preseason rolls on and there's a lot (or absolutely nothing to take away from it). Plus, the Leagues Cup groups are out, and the guys have takes, the Allocation Order is dead (long live the Allocation Order!) and there's plenty of news around MLS to sink our teeth into...

2:23 - Thank you to the SB Nation writers and podcasters

9:59 - Preseason overreactions!

16:16 - Best and worst Leagues Cup groups

27:55 - Adios to the Allocation Order

30:21 - Best moments in Allocation Order history

37:36 - Alberth Elis back to MLS???

45:10 - Evaluating the Quakes’ offseason moves

47:47 - Miami lining up with 2 strikers, Pizarro back

51:41 - Vancouver Whitecaps update

56:01 -News and notes around the league

1:04:02 - Mailbag

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

The MLS family tragically lost one of its members Thursday. The guys remember and honor Anton Walkes, then cope the only way they know how. First up, Dave's 2023 D.C. United take, then early MLS Cup odds, Josef Martinez's Miami outlook, Diego Lainez's MLS possibilities, frustration for supporters in LA and some encouraging Rapids moves!

2:40 - Remembering Anton Walkes

6:43 - David Gass roster take of the week - D.C. United

13:25 - Bet MGM odds for MLS Cup

19:20 - How much pressure is on Josef Martínez in Miami?

27:12 - What Miami’s XI looks like now

33:22 - Possible landing spots for Diego Lainez in MLS

45:13 - Trouble in Galaxy land

53:33 - Colorado Rapids making moves!!

1:00:22 - Roldan and Morris sign extensions with Seattle

1:06:27 - NYCFC losing more players, supporter frustration building

1:09:39 - STL is looking pretty thin at CB

1:11:51 - USMNT Jan. Camp roster thoughts

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:02pm EDT

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Preseason is here, but the big news is in Chicago, where Jhon Duran is headed to the EPL for mucho dinero. Andrew, Dave and Tom break down the huge deal, then turn their sights to Brenner's Italian interest and all the other transfer dealings around MLS. Plus, USMNT Camp Cupcake call-up wishlist!

0:30 - Preseason starts this week!

5:19 - Club World Cup draw is set!

8:03 - Chicago cashes in on Jhon Durán for $18+ mil

23:35 - Deep dive on the future of the Fire

39:29 - Should Cincy sell Brenner?

51:53 - Key DP spots still open around the league

56:00 - Is Carlos Gruezo a good signing for San Jose?

58:23 - Rapid fire on your twitter questions

1:08:19 - USMNT January Camp talk

1:16:56 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:13pm EDT

You didn't think the transfer madness was going to calm down, did you? Andrew, Doyle, Tommy Scoops and Dave run through all the latest hot stove in MLS -- Lucho, Josef, Cho Gue-Sung, Christian Ramirez, Kei's trade request, Chicho Arango back on the trade block & more -- and dig into the first salvo of Apple TV talent announced for MLS Season Pass!

5:00 - MLS/Apple talent announced! 

16:48 - Club World Cup Update

17:39 - Does Lucho Acosta really want out?

22:43 - Will Josef Martinez to Miami work?

31:54 - Players who will benefit most from a change of scenery

41:33 - Minnesota United after Cho Gue-Sung

47:37- Christian Ramirez and Columbus’ offseason so far

52:57 - Kei Kamara requests trade from Montreal

59:49 - Chicho Arango trade rumors are back

1:04:16 - How Dallas should use their open DP slot

1:08:39 - Adam Lundqvist traded to Austin FC

1:09:57 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 2:57pm EDT

Tom Bogert joins Andrew Wiebe for another transfer/MLS offseason special! The boys rank the 5 best offseasons in the league to this point, get an Atlanta update from The Athletic's Felipe Cárdenas, and get an Argentina/MLS scourting repot from Peter Coates. They then close out the show answering your Twitter transfer questions!

 

2:40 - Gareth Bale retirement, LAFC cap implications

8:54 - Top 5 best offseasons (so far) in MLS

22:53 - Jhon Durán set for a big move?

24:23 - Felipe Cárdenas on what next for Josef + Atlanta’s offseason 

42:19 - Peter Coates scouting reports on Martín Ojeda, Gastón González, and Enzo Copetti

58:01 - Tom Bogert answers your twitter transfer questions!

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:44pm EDT

Happy New Year from Extratime! Tom Bogert joins Andrew Wiebe and Matt Doyle to run through all the transfer activity since the guys last got together and look ahead to MLS in 2023.

2:20 - Extratime’s New Year's resolutions

7:15 - MLS on Apple TV!

7:55 - Remembering Kevin Payne

11:27 - Biggest transfer stories since we’ve been gone

20:56 - Seattle in Club World Cup! Sounders roster update

25:23 - Our Top 5 Intra-MLS Moves of the offseason

41:13 - LAFC transfer updates

45:46 - Mateusz Klich to D.C. United latest

52:19 - Daniel Gazdag DP deal, Philly transfer news

55:29 - What’s going on with NYCFC?

1:02:14 - Revs make two great signings

1:10:06 - Quick hit transfer news and rumors

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

Transfer rumor szn is in full swing and we've got just the man to help sort through them all! Tom Bogert joins David Gass and Calen Carr to talk WORLD CUP Winner Lionel Messi potentially to MLS, Matt Hedges' big free agent deal, and more! Later in the show, Top Drawer Soccer's Travis Clark joins to get you primed and ready for Wednesday's MLS SuperDraft.

3:03 - World Cup celebration + time for Messi to Miami?

13:26 - Club World Cup will happen! Sounders will be there!

22:33 - Transfer rumor talk starts, Charlotte up first

34:14 - Benji Kikanovic headed overseas?

42:06 - What’s the plan in Orlando?

46:54 - Matt Hedges to Toronto

53:01 - Maxi Moralez could leave NYCFC?

1:00:04 - SuperDraft Preview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:53pm EDT

The guys are on the clock! We've got three good minutes focused on the offseason needs/questions for all 29 teams. Get ready for silly season with us, and remember the time codes are below if you want to skip around!

2:40 - STL

5:49 - D.C.

9:13 - TOR

12:19 - CHI

15:28 - ATL

18:51 - NE

22:08 - CLT

25:16 - CLB

28:41 - ORL

31:55 - MIA

35:09 - CIN

38:29 - NSH

42:01 - RBNY

45:29 - NYCFC

48:47 - MTL

52:34 - PHI

55:57 - SJ

59:29 - HOU

1:02:46 - SKC

1:06:15 - SEA

1:09:44 - COL

1:13:09 - VAN

1:16:38 - POR

1:19:57 - RSL

1:23:04 - MIN

1:26:50 - DAL

1:30:14 - LA

1:34:00 - ATX

1:37:14 - LAFC

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

We return to the pod with heavy hearts and start the show by remembering and honoring Grant Wahl, may his legacy live on in all of us who love the beautiful game.

Gio Reyna and Gregg Berhalter certainly gave our little soccer world plenty to talk about and there's a couple weeks of MLS news to get through. We hope you enjoy!

0:52 - Remembering Grant Wahl

20:37 - Gio Reyna/USMNT situation

35:09 - What now for Gregg Berhalter?

42:13 - Wilfried Nancy takes over in Columbus

53:35 - Portland swings big on Evander

56:08 - LA Galaxy sanctioned, Wiebe’s shrine flickers 

59:29 - Kevin Cabral traded to Colorado

1:09:42 - Where should Matt Hedges sign?

1:10:46 - Where should Aaron Long sign?

1:12:33 - Enzo Copetti set to sign for Charlotte

1:15:28 - Why Andres Perea is a great fit for Philly

1:17:27 - D.C. United offseason evaluation

1:19:24 - Rapid fire transfer news

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

Despite a vailent effort, the USMNT is out of the World Cup after a 3-1 loss to the Netherlands. David Gass & Bobby Warshaw, along with Matt Doyle and Andrew Wiebe break down the game, the tournament and the future for the USMNT.

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 9:07am EDT

It's a special edition of Extratime as Andrew Wiebe sits down with new Atlanta United President & CEO Garth Lagerwey for a wide-ranging conversation. We talk to Garth about why now was the right time to take on a new challenge, his relationships with Carlos Bocanegra and Gonzalo Pineda, the situation with Josef Martinez, and the long-term future of MLS. We always love talking to Garth so we hope you'll enjoy!  

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

In a must win game, Christian Pulisic's goal against Iran sent the USMNT into the Round of 16. David Gass, Bobby Warshaw, Matt Doyle, and Andrew Wiebe break down how the U.S. got the result and go through all the emotions of the day.

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

The guys take a quick breather from World Cup action to talk all things MLS! Rapid fire free agency, Messi to Miami, and why Garth Lagerwey to Atlanta will be the biggest signing of the offseason. 

3:10 - Quick thoughts ahead of USMNT v Iran

10:01 - Garth Lagerwey joins Atlanta United

21:07 - What now for Seattle?

25:29 - Messi to Miami… didn’t we already know?

32:16 - Cincinnati keep making smart signings

33:07 - The best way for teams to use all 3 DP spots

36:49 - How Montreal can rebuild on the fly

40:42 - Free agency rapid fire

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 1:10pm EDT

Canada bows out of the World Cup, but as David Gass, Bobby Warshaw, and Matt Doyle explain, the Canadians have nothing to be ashamed of. Listen in as the guys break down Croatia's 4-1 win, recap the rest of Sunday's action, and preview Monday's games. 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:02pm EDT

The Club & Country Today crew gathers to break down a historic draw against England in the World Cup. Who were the players of the match? Did Berhalter get it right again? What's next against Iran?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:40pm EDT

It's an Extratime x MLS Today crossover! Throughout the World Cup we'll keep you covered with an episode after every U.S. and Canada game. Join David Gass, Bobby Warshaw, Andrew Wiebe, and Matt Doyle as they break down the USMNT's draw against Wales. Are we right to be disappointed with a draw? Was the U.S. performance actually encouraging in a lot of ways? And how does the USMNT approach Friday's game with England? 

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

Winter World Cup here we come! What do you want to see from the USMNT and Canada? Vibes! Attacking mentality! Aggression! Personality! Results!?! The guys take a close look at the USMNT's opening game against Wales and try to predict what John Herdman will do against Canada. Plus, NYCFC get a stadium, St. Louis CITY SC get a jersey, we play free-agent matchmaker and rate the biggest MLS offseason stories.

7:55 - Breaking down Canada’s friendly win over Japan

14:38 - Why the Stephen Eustáquio injury could be devastating for Canada

16:49 - Fun with World Cup odds by BetMGM

21:40 - What we want to see from the USMNT

31:13 - Tyler Adams should be the USMNT captain for the World Cup

38:49 - Our USMNT starting XI against Wales

50:49 - Who is the most important player for the USMNT?

56:12 - Predictions for USMNT and Canada at the World Cup

1:02:17 - NYCFC FINALLY HAS A STADIUM

1:07:13 - STL’s new jersey, MTL’s new crest

1:11:41 - Dream destinations for MLS free agents

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:01pm EDT

The World Cup is here, but we're not trying to do what every other podcast under the sun is up to right now. Yeah, we're previewing the tournament, but strictly from the perspective of the 36 MLS players and four coaches who will be involved! The guys tell you who to root for, whose star could shine the brightest and which MLSer will go the farthest...

3:09 - The best things about watching a World Cup

10:39 - Previewing our WC coverage

16:40 - MLS’ World Cup connections

26:50 - Which MLS players we’re rooting for the most

33:07 - MLS players most likely to become stars on the world stage

40:22 - Ricardo Pepi’s response to missing the World Cup has been impressive 

56:47 - MLS-heavy group stage games to watch

57:23 - Which MLS player will make it furthest in the World Cup

59:17 - Canada roster breakdown 

1:06:19 - St. Louis Expansion Draft recap

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:23pm EDT

MLS Cup is over, but MLS never sleeps! Tom Bogert joins the show to help the guys run through the flurry of transfer moves happening around the league, including potential deals for Aaron Long and Eryk Williamson. Then, the guys chat with St. Louis CITY SC Sporting Director Lutz Pfannenstiel ahead of the club's expansion draft. We also break down how STL should approach its five picks. 

2:20 - David Gass goes to DisneyWorld

5:57 - LA gearing up to sign Aaron Long?

11:14 - Fafa Picault traded to Nashville

13:45 - Sebastian Driussi headed to the Premier League?

20:02 - Why the Bundesliga is a great fit for Paxten Aaronson

25:57 - Eryk Williamson on the move?

31:51 - Portland set for club-record signing

33:32 - Messi to Miami is very real

39:51 - Lutz Pfannenstiel interview

1:02:50 - St. Louis expansion draft preview

1:16:38 - CCL Draw thoughts

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:13pm EDT

The names are set. Gregg Berhalter named his roster for Qatar, and Doyle, Charlie and Andrew jumped in the studio for an emergency podcast! Reactions to Steffen and Pepi missing out, plus first look at Wales!

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:57pm EDT

Extratime: 1v1 is back! Andrew Wiebe sits down with Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch for a conversation on everything from sandwiches to coaching in the pressure cooker of the Premier League.

0:17 - Jesse Marsch sandwich takes

1:57 - What’s behind the goal celebrations

4:34 - Was the Liverpool win the biggest of his career?

6:44 - Dealing with the emotions and intensity of the Premier League

14:09 - Coaching philosophy and leadership style

18:24 - What to expect from Leeds the rest of the season

20:50 - What is Brenden Aaronson’s ceiling? 

25:03 - Why Tyler Adams is having the best season of his career

30:38 - World Cup 2010 USMNT memories

35:23 - How to get a team to play without fear

39:20 - Facing off against England, then and now

43:08 - Why the USMNT should be optimistic about this World Cup

46:52 - Comparing the past USMNT generations to this one

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 11:00am EDT

Best MLS Cup ever???? Andrew Wiebe sits down with David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Charlie Davies just hours after the final whistle of LAFC's WILD win over Philly. We try to make sense of the maddness; Big-game Gareth delivering again, John McCarthy's PK heroics, and why we think Philly will be back sooner rather than later. 

0:54 - What. Just. Happened. We try to to make sense of a WILD MLS Cup

9:28 - Best moments of MLS Cup

19:32 - Breaking down that insane Gareth Bale goal

21:08 - How the game played out

25:27 - This game was filled with standout performances

30:38 - Carlos Vela’s journey with LAFC

34:24 - Heartbreak for the Union, but we think they’ll be back

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 11:37am EDT

One. More. Game. Andrew and David are LIVE from Los Angeles and Charlie and Doyle call in to preview MLS Cup from every angle. Stick around for interviews with both head coaches and players from LAFC and the Union!

Jim Curtin - 34:34
Daniel Gazdag - 52:35
Alejando Bedoya - 58:40 
Steve Cherundolo - 1:06:30
Ryan Hollingshead - 1:16:30
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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:29pm EDT

The top seeds held court. Chalk all the way to MLS Cup. The guys gather to break down the Conference Finals, look ahead to Saturday's big game in Los Angeles and kick the tires on those Messi-to-Miami reports!

3:50 - First impressions of MLS Cup

8:17 - Best things we saw from the Conference Finals

24:04 - How Philly knocked off NYCFC

44:03 - How different will NYCFC look next year?

48:26 - Breaking down LAFC’s dominant win

55:44 - What went wrong for Austin, and how they can build on this season

1:06:53 - Should Austin have had a PK?

1:10:39 - MLS Cup Preview - biggest questions for each team 

1:20:59 - Messi to MLS - is it finally time?!?!

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

Three games until MLS crowns a champion! Andrew, Charlie and David dig into LAFC vs. Austin FC and Union vs. NYCFC, plus all the latest news around the league (coaching hires and rumors, Josef Martinez's future and more!).

 

4:12 - Where are we heading for MLS Cup?

8:45 - LAFC v Austin Preview

23:03 - Is Carlos Vela healthy?

24:43 - LAFC v Austin tactical breakdown 

37:53 - Philadelphia Union v NYCFC Preview

46:25 - Philly v NYCFC tactical breakdown

1:04:02 - Potential Playoff style changes?

1:11:48 - Josef Martinez reportedly done in Atlanta

1:16:43 - Wilfried Nancy to Columbus?

1:20:46 - Is Ben Olsen the right fit for Houston?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:47pm EDT

The Conference Finals are set! David Gass takes over hosting duties after Andrew Wiebe is ruled out for today's show (car trouble). Along with Calen Carr and Matt Doyle, we dive in and break down Austin's win over rival Dallas, and NYCFC's impressive victory over Montreal. The guys then turn their attention to the Conference Finals: can Austin knock off LAFC at the Banc again? Will Philly get revenge for last year's Eastern Conference Final? We discuss! 

5:35 - We address #BracketGate

8:40 - How Austin got it done against Dallas

13:39 - Sebastian Driussi delivers again

18:18 - Velasco, Ferreira, Dallas all disappoint 

26:09 - How Dallas can take the next step in 2023

30:34 - Can Austin take out LAFC in the Conference Final?

40:13 - Breaking down NYCFC’s impressive win 

50:27 - Don’t take anything away from Montreal’s incredible season

57:23 - Philly get their shot at revenge on NYCFC

1:01:57 - NYCFC’s injury concerns

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

The favorites are still the favorites in the MLS Cup Playoffs. LAFC nipped the Galaxy at the death in a classic El Trafico match, and Philly kept their little bros in Cincinnati from pulling the upset. Andrew, Charlie and David talk through it all, then rank the top hot sandwiches in the game.

4:15 - There are still perfect brackets left! (Just not Wiebe's)

6:06 - Most absurd moments of El Trafico

9:27 - Favorite moments of Conf. Semis night 1

23:18 - El Trafico delivers AGAIN

37:58 - Signs of progress for the Galaxy

43:31 - Austin vs Dallas preview

51:07 - Philly grinds out playoff win over Cincy

59:52 - Is Andre Blake the best goalkeeper in MLS History?

1:02:10 - CF Montreal vs NYCFC preview

1:06:06 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:27pm EDT

There's nothing like the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. The guys gather on a Tuesday to dig into every game so far and look ahead to Thursday's Conference Semis (El Trafico!).

2:00 - Favorite moments of Playoffs Round One

15:00 - Breaking down the Giant Taco(™) in Dallas

19:53 - Cincy upsets the Red Bulls

26:43 - Have the Red Bulls hit a ceiling?

33:51 - Will Philadelphia continue to struggle against Cincinnati?

44:58 - Galaxy take out Hany, Nashville

48:12 - Do questions need to be asked of Nashville’s style?

51:00 - We shouldn’t forget Hany Mukhtar’s incredible season

53:20 - EL TRAFICO PLAYOFF GAME

59:14 - What is LAFC’s legacy if they lose?

1:08:45 - NYCFC dominates Miami

1:13:40 - Gonzalo Higuain ends a sparkling career

1:16:28 - Red flags for Montreal in win?

1:19:55 - Austin doesn’t make it easy against RSL

1:28:35 - How Dallas must improve going forward

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:54pm EDT

It's MLS Cup Playoffs time! Full First Round preview, including chats with Stu Holden and Diego Fagundez (Austin FC). The guys give their predictions, talk schedule/format and its effect on top seeds, make rooting recommendations for neutrals, anoint stars and dig into every single match.

4:00 - Shoutout to our guy Charlie Davies

6:50 - We finally address: Does David hate Andrew???

12:45 - Which side of the bracket is better?

18:25 - Trophy Draft Recap

23:12 - Our bracket predictions

30:13 - Is the layoff an advantage or disadvantage for the No. 1 seeds?

33:39 - Who to root for as a neutral

41:29 - Which player will see their stock rise the most in the playoffs?

47:53 - RBNY v Cincinnati Preview

55:40 - LA Galaxy v Nashville SC Preview

1:03:46 - Austin FC vs RSL Preview

1:06:49 - Interview: Diego Fagundez

1:18:38 - Montreal v Orlando Preview

1:25:13 - Previewing NYC v MIA & MIN v DAL with FOX’s Stu Holden

1:43:35 - Charlie on the Columbus Crew

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:44pm EDT

Goodbye 2022 regular season! Hello 2022 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs. The guys dig through Decision Day and look ahead to the First Round. Plus, Caleb Porter's future is decided after the Crew bow out...

3:06 - The playoff bracket is set!

4:36 - Best things we saw on Decision Day

12:45 - Final Golden Boot Draft Standings

16:55 - 1st round playoff matchups we’re most excited for

28:59 - Crew lose on Decision Day, Caleb Porter gone

42:10 - Orlando gets in! Can they make a playoff run?

49:37 - Cincy makes playoffs, completes turnaround

57:37 - Quick recap on the rest of the East

1:03:26 - Was that Josef Martinez’s last game in Atlanta?

1:07:48 - Don’t count RSL out

1:15:18 - Timbers out, what changes are needed?

1:23:20 - Should Vancouver have had a PK?

1:24:48 - 2022 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs First Look

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:23pm EDT

One more day. The 2022 regular season comes down to this, and the guys have all the scenarios, storylines and predictions (right or wrong, who's to say?!?) ahead of Decision Day. Plus, a chat with Vanni Sartini and a first look at the new Leagues Cup format.

5:35 - Decision Day HYPE

13:55 - Why wins are the first tiebreaker

16:40 - Wednesday night recap

30:20 - EAST battle for the final playoff spots

35:45 - EAST battle for the top spot

38:45 - EAST battle for home games

43:10 - WEST battle for the final playoff spots

52:08 - WEST battle for home games

57:40 - Interview: Vanni Sartini 

1:17:40 - Leagues Cup is back! Details for the new version

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:24pm EDT

It's arguably our favorite show of the year! Five Best XIs. MVP. Coach of the Year. Gass Theorem Award. The best d-mid and fullback. Executive of the Year. Personality of the Year.

The guys go DEEP on the 2022 MLS season, in addition to diving into Week 33. Set aside a commute (or two) for this one!

2:16 - Quick weekend recap

4:40 - Best things we saw in Week 33

20:40 - Not 1, not 2, not 3, not 4, but 5 Best XIs

43:00 - MVP

48:20 - Allstate GK of the Year

51:42 - Defender of the Year

55:40 - Sigi Schmid Coach of the Year

1:01:45 - Newcomer of the year

1:03:25 - Young Player of the Year

1:04:00 - Comeback Player of the Year

1:07:00 - Gass Theorem Award

1:08:17 - American of the Year

1:11:57 - Canadian of the Year

1:13:27 - Concacaf Player of the Year

1:13:53 - Left Back or Right Back of the Year

1:15:42 - D-Mid of the Year

1:18:24 - First-Year Pro/College Player of the Year

1:21:53 - Teenager of the Year

1:26:04 - Golden Years Award

1:28:09 - Ilsinho Super Sub of the Year

1:28:30 - Level-Up Player of the Year

1:34:30 - Blockbuster MLS Transaction of the Year

1:36:30 - Bargain Bin MLS Transaction of the Year

1:38:53 - Personality of the Year


All attention back to MLS! Decision Day is upon us, and Andrew, Charlie and David are here to run you through every single storyline, from Supporters' Shield to playoff races and the MVP.

2:00 - Best MLS Cult hero jersey you could possibly have

4:45 - Update on the playoff race as MLS resumes

7:55 - Who wins Supporters’ Shield?

8:55 - Who is more likely to make MLS Cup: Philly or LAFC?

25:05 - What are the expectations for the Timbers heading into the playoffs?

33:15 - Little bit of Wooden Spoon history

38:32 - East bubble teams breakdown

55:03 - Our candidates for Coach of the Year

59:02 - West bubble teams breakdown

1:09:49  - Hitch in the Houston rebuild

1:12:31 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:58am EDT

The World Cup is less than two months away. Are the USMNT ready to get out of the group or will they fall flat? Are the tactics right? Who belongs on the 26-man roster? Andrew, Charlie and David dig in.

Plus, The Athletic's Joshua Kloke stops by to take the temperature of the Canadian side after encouraging (but not perfect) results of their own.

0:00 - State of the USMNT coming out of the September window

11:18 - Does the USMNT need a major tactical change?

21:20 - Predicting Berhalter’s 26-man World Cup roster

21:38 - USMNT: Goalkeepers

23:40 - USMNT: Defense

29:22 - USMNT: Midfield

35:27 - USMNT: Wingers

37:48 - USMNT: Forwards

48:34 - Does the U.S. make it out of the Group?

53:50 - Interview: Josh Kloke on Canada

56:00 - State of the CANMNT coming out of the September window

57:40 - Did Canada pass the Uruguay test?

1:04:00 - Atiba Hutchinson update

1:12:10 - Who makes Herdman’s 26-man World Cup roster?

1:15:10 - Picking the starting XI to face Belgium

1:26:30 - Will Canada make it out of the Group?

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

Extratime: 1v1 is back and we continue to feature in-depth conversations with the biggest names in North American soccer! 

This episode, Andrew Wiebe and Charlie Davies sit down with Canadian legend Dwayne De Rosario to chat about his life and stellar career. 

The guys talk Canada, the 2022 World Cup, DeRo's incredible MLS career, and the time he got a Sony gift card for winning Canadian Player of the Year!

2:15 - Getting the Order of Ontario, being a dad

4:55 - How Canada soccer has grown over the years

9:00 - Winning Canadian player of the year… and getting a Sony gift card?!?!

15:05 - Expectations for Canada at the World Cup

20:38 - Growth of soccer in North America leading into the 2026 World Cup

21:50 - Remembering DeRo’s amazing All-Star Game performances

24:12 - Why a move to Europe never happened

29:35 - Favorite goal of DeRo’s career

30:26 - The 2001 Quakes team was STACKED

35:13 - Coming back from a devastating knee injury

39:11 - How the crazy 2011 MVP season happened

45:51 - What soccer is all about

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 10:42am EDT

With MLS breaking, Andrew, Doyle, Charlie and David sit down for a special Club & Country: Qatar 2022 episode to sift through the rosters called in by Gregg Berhalter and John Herdman and look ahead to a pair of friendlies for the United States and Canada!

1:17 - We’re so close to the World Cup! 

6:28 - What the USMNT needs to get out of this window

7:55 - What Canada needs to get out of this window

10:05 - USMNT roster breakdown

13:40 - Jordan Pefok and the USMNT No. 9 group

23:25 - We think Matt Turner is locked at the No. 1 GK

31:59 - Canada roster breakdown… too many injuries

32:31 - Is it time to be worried about Atiba Hutchinson?

36:50 - Making sense of John Herdman’s comments

42:20 - How should Canada handle key dual national situations?

47:17 - The USMNT XI we want to face Japan

1:02:00 - The Canada XI we want to face Qatar

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:44pm EDT

It's almost playoff time. Crazy, we know. Andrew, Doyle, Calen and David dig into the results that were make-or-break around MLS, update the Golden Boot draft standings and take a closer look at the Supporters' Shield race.

 

0:55 - Coach Wiebe is 1-0! 

3:35 - Best things we saw in Week 32

21:30 - The playoff race is absolutely crazy

26:45 - Was RSL - Cincinnati the biggest result of the weekend?

38:40 - Deja vu: Crew drop points 

48:03 - Higuain magic! Miami playoff bound?

54:25 - Golden Boot draft update

58:15 - Supporters’ Shield battle royale

1:20:50 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:38pm EDT

Does anyone want to make the playoffs?!?!?! After another round of midweek madness, David Gass joins Charlie Davies and Tom Bogert to sort through the latest playoff picture. The guys hit Miami’s resurgence, the Crew and Galaxy’s struggles, and Atlanta staying alive. We also celebrate Austin and RBNY clinching playoff spots, answer your mail, and break down the USMNT roster and new jerseys! 

 

3:09 - The people want to know David Gass’ wedding details

4:50 - Best things we saw in Week 31

10:00 - Can NYCFC carry Campeones Cup form into league play?

23:29 - Djitte’s hat-trick clinches Austin a playoff spot

27:00 - Don’t look now, but Miami control their own destiny

37:48 - Thiago Almada is a star, Atlanta is still alive

47:19 - Big changes are needed for the LA Galaxy

56:10 - Minnesota sends a message

1:04:05 - USMNT roster breakdown

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

Philly fans, we heard you! With Andrew Wiebe out, David Gass is joined by Matt Doyle and Calen Carr to recap Week 30, including giving some much-deserved love to the Philadelphia Union. The guys go through the teams battling for the final playoff spots in both conferences, including looking ahead to the key midweek games that could decide the postseason races. 

3:40 - Best things we saw in Week 30

13:10 - So.. who’s your pick for the Supporters’ Shield?

19:00 - Is Kai Wagner defender of the year?

22:20 - Will LAFC break out of this slump?

37:25 - Don’t look now, but Portland is fighting for a playoff home game

42:20 - Miami - Columbus is do-or-die for both teams

55:45 - Finishing continues to be LA’s Achilles’ Heel

1:04:40 - Sounders not dead yet!

1:10:05 - Campeones Cup Preview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:13pm EDT

Our man is married! Orlando City are champions! Josef Martinez is ... throwing food and getting suspended? Plus, Charlie and Andrew dig into Week 30 and the playoff races!

0:37 - David Gass is a married man!

6:12 - Orlando are U.S. Open Cup Champions

22:28 - Sacramento’s run is good for soccer in the U.S.

30:42 - Cincy gets a crucial point off NYCFC

36:57 - How does Atlanta untangle this Josef Martinez situation?

51:17 - Weekend Preview

53:12 - What’s the Galaxy best XI?

1:01:12 - Any concerns for Austin after 3 losses in 4?

1:06:52 - Will Columbus make the playoffs?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:27pm EDT

Welcome to Extratime: 1v1, a new show featuring in-depth conversations with the biggest names in North American soccer! We're focusing on the World Cup this year in the buildup to Qatar 2022, and what could be a better way to kick that off than a conversation with USMNT head coach Gregg Berhalter?

Andrew Wiebe sits down with Gregg to chat everything from food, to music, to the growth and potential of the current USMNT side, to his own career as a national team player. We hope you enjoy!

0:00 - Intro

0:15 - Gregg Berhalter’s top food destinations

5:10 - Music and the last concert he attended

5:58 - What Berhalter was like as a player

7:00 - Determination to play in Europe as a player

12:42 - Difference between the 2002 and 2006 World Cup teams

13:45 - Expectations and legacy at the World Cup

18:30 - Thoughts on Brenden Aaronson’s ascension

20:44 - Culture building with the USMNT and beating Mexico

25:15 - How he’s changed as a coach from 2019 to now

27:04 - The importance of September Camp

29:09 - Discussing the USMNT No. 9 position

34:12 - Berhalter’s experience of getting cut from the World Cup team and how that translates to coaching

39:33 - How the USMNT will approach the 26 man roster

43:03 - What it’s like day-to-day at the World Cup

48:29 - Why playoffs hold the key to MLS growth

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 12:05pm EDT

It was a big weekend for ETR! David Gass is married! Doyle gives Wiebe the rundown on all the festivities, then they turn to soccer. First, Paulo Nagamura is the latest MLS head coach to lose his job. Why did it happen so soon and what's next for Houston? Who could be a candidate for the job? Plus, Week 29 takeaways and a complete US Open Cup final preview featuring interviews with Orlando City head coach Oscar Pareja and Sacramento Republic president and GM Todd Dunivant!

1:32 - Congrats to David Gass!

7:32 - Paulo Nagamura out in Houston

16:32 - Did Hany Mukhtar take over the MVP race?

21:02 - U.S. Open Cup Preview

25:40 - Oscar Pareja Interview

44:57 - Todd Dunivant Interview

 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:20pm EDT

Need to catch up on Wednesday's action? We got you, including transfer news from none other than Tom Bogert. Plus, snippets of Andrew's interview with Gregg Berhalter, including how the USMNT boss sees the No. 9 race playing out in September camp!

5:16 - Is Hany Mukhtar your MVP?

14:18 - Transfer rumors with Tom Bogert

19:36 - RSL’s awesome night

30:25 - Is this the end of the Sounders’ playoff run?

35:35 - Orlando has turned things around

40:05 - Deciding who’s done and dusted in the playoff race

44:00 - Houston stuns LAFC

51:17 - Philly is now tied for the Supporters’ Shield lead

55:25 - What’s going on with NYCFC?

1:05:22 - Sneak peak: 1-on-1 with Gregg Berhalter

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:33pm EDT

With Andrew Wiebe off in the soccer wilderness,  David gets together with his soccer family of Doyle & Calen to talk MLS. The gang put on their weatherman outfits to forecast the end of the season. Who are the Supporters’ Shield favorites off the back of Austin’s massive win & Philly’s historic run? Who are favorites to make the playoffs in the West, and who are we already eliminating from the Eastern Conference playoff race? Plus: Calen & Doyle put on their GM hats to help Minnesota replace Bakaye Dibassy and rewrite history to help Dax McCarty win a few more trophies.

0:00 - Intro
 
5:03 - Best Thing You Saw This Week
 
10:18 - Austin rocket themselves back into Supporters' Shield Conversation
 
17:52 - Philly makes history and also enter Shield Talk
 
34:11 - MLS Cup Contenders
 
39:15 - Greg Vanney switches things up for the Galaxy
 
42:53 - Nashville go back to their scoring roots
 
46:12 - RSL righting the ship
 
50:33 - Eastern Conference Playoff Hopefuls
 
1:05:30 - Mailbag
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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:17pm EDT

Andrew, Charlie and David look ahead to Week 27 from strictly a playoff perspective, lament Cristian Roldan's untimely injury and chat with Victor Wanyama about his time in MLS, Montreal's special season and Djordje Mihailovic's bright future in Europe.

5:27 - Weekend games with the biggest playoff implications

5:58 - Portland - Seattle might be a playoff elimination game + Roldan's injury

18:33 - Hell will be real for either Cincy or Columbus

27:50 - Galaxy have a tough trip to the Revs

32:20 - Do or Die for Charlotte and Toronto this weekend

39:05 - Why playoffs aren’t looking likely for Orlando 

45:50 - Victor Wanyama on MLS, Montreal & Djordje's Euro future

1:05:12 - Mailbag: What's going on in Houston?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:16pm EDT

Take that Thomas Tuchel! Marsch! Aaronson! Adams! Harrison! Leeds United States is off and running. The guys take joy/troll a little, then turn to MLS Week 26. Quakes drop LAFC! Hany balls out! Inter Miami nab a huge six-pointer! Plus, a ton of mail...

0:37 - It’s called soccer now… Leeds United States

15:38 - Best things we saw in Week 26

24:20 - LAFC lose, but first team to clinch a playoff spot

30:35 - Miami continues form in playoff 6-pointer 

38:42 - Orlando hands Charlotte a devastating loss

42:59 - Hany Mukhtar carries Nashville past Dallas

47:48 - Breaking down the wild Seattle - LA draw

52:10 - Is Minnesota an elite team?

57:30 - We like the potential AZ move for Djordje Mihailovic

1:02:50 - Quick Hit Results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:03pm EDT

The guys discuss kit leaks, all the midweek action -- TFC fall short, Jesus keeps scoring, Charlotte keep playoffs alive and much more -- and Luchi Gonzalez's new job in San Jose. Stick around for thoughts on Riqui Puig's first LA press conference and a conversation with Cole Bassett following his loan to Fortuna Sittard.

Audio Timecodes

2:50 - USMNT kit leak??

6:00 - Do loan moves make sense for Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie & Sergino Dest?

9:24 - Why Luchi Gonzalez is a good fit for San Jose

27:19 - Revs get a huge result on the road in Toronto

39:19 - Jesus Ferreira’s monster year continues

44:11 - Charlotte shocks NYCFC

46:19 Quick hit results from Wednesday night

54:18 - Riqui Puig’s LA dreams

1:02:02 - Cole Bassett Interview

1:27:40 - Mailbag

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

Andrew, Doyle and David dig into all the action from another wild MLS weekend!

2:07 - Who are the Tuchels and Contes of MLS?

6:25 - Toronto are flying… will they make the playoffs?

16:30 - What’s behind Minnesota’s impressive run of form?

25:08 - Breaking down Nashville’s recent struggles

32:53 - LAFC have a legit chance to break 80 points

48:55 - Sebastian Lletget looks right at home with Dallas

52:20 - Can anyone challenge Driussi for MVP?

56:25 - Are the Sounders in trouble?

59:50 - How Real Salt Lake can make noise in the playoffs

1:01:15 - Rapid Fire Topics

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:09pm EDT

That's a wrap on the 2022 MLS All-Star Game presented by Target! The guys sit down postgame at Allianz Field to discuss the MLS win, their favorite moments of the week in Minnesota, and if the All-Star Game format should be changed. Throw in interviews with Brandon Vazquez, Gregg Berhalter, Julian Araujo, and Aaron Long and we've got another banger show for you!

1:25 - MLS > Liga MX AGAIN!

4:40 - Our favorite moments of All-Star Week

14:02 - Brandon Vazquez interview 

25:25 - recapping the 2-1 MLS win

34:25 - Should the ASG try a different format?

46:20 - Julian Araujo Interview

59:00 - Quick MLS Weekend Preview

1:08:30 - Gregg Berhalter Interview

1:16:27 - Tom Bogert on moves that could still happen

1:23:05 - Aaron Long Interview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 8:15pm EDT

It's Extratime history! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Charlie Davies guide us through our first every live show! The guys recap an insane weekend of MLS and then look ahead to an exciting All Star Week. Along the way we're joined by Jeff Rueter, Michele Giannone, Susannah Collins, Jillian Sakovits, AND plenty of our loyal listeners! 

Big thanks to Wes Burdine and The Black Hart of Saint Paul for hosting us and thank you Minnesota for showing up and being such a great crowd. 


What's it like to report on Decision Day live? We had Tom Bogert on to let you inside the action. From Riqui Puig to Richie Laryea to Sebastian Lletget to Matt Miazga and much more, the guys break down every move on the spectrum from official to rumored and everywhere in between.

1:35 - What we’re monitoring on Transfer Deadline Day

4:40 - Come find us at Black Hart in Minnesota for a live show!

7:35 - Brandon Vazquez is an All-Star! Is the USMNT next?

13:18 - Does LA have a striker controversy?

17:57 - Can Riqui Puig fix the Galaxy?

28:29 - LAFC continue to make moves, round out roster

36:56 - Richie Laryea comes home

41:22 - How much does Matt Miazga help Cincy’s defense?

47:58 - Breaking down Sebastian Lletget to Dallas

1:01:40 - Minnesota loading up as the window closes

1:04:03 - John Brooks to the Quakes?

1:08:10 - Vancouver quietly putting together a squad

1:11:50 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:14pm EDT

Matt Doyle is still on vacation, but we had Gonzalo Higuain filling in just fine for him! David Gass is joined by Jordan Angeli and Calen Carr to break down that wild Miami - Cincinnati game, as well as the rest of MLS Week 23!

2:19 - MLS Weekend Madness 

2:55 - Can you take Higuain out of the lineup?

10:05 - Cincy’s attack can score on anyone… can the defense stop anyone?

16:34 - Minnesota, Portland play out a wild game

26:18 - Wayne Rooney magic back like it never left

32:19 - LAFC pulls off a comeback win over the Sounders

40:20 - Philly is on FIRE, what are their Shield chances?

49:32 - NYCFC’s offense struggles without Taty

57:02 - Quick Hit Results

1:13:30 - Leagues Cup Showcase kicks off this week

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:52pm EDT

What a week for cup competitions! David Gass is joined by Charlie Davies, Michael Lahoud, and Tom Bogert to celebrate Vancouver's Canadian Championship win and break down the U.S. Open Cup semifinals. The guys also dig into all the news and notes around MLS including: Jozy Altidore's Liga MX move and the David Ochoa to D.C. United trade. 

2:45 - Cupset! Sacramento’s Cinderella run continues

17:29 - Orlando shows resilience in Open Cup again, will host final

26:17 - Still believe in RBNY as an MLS Cup contender?

31:49 - Vancouver are Canadian champions! 

40:20 - What now for Toronto?

49:19 - Jozy Altidore to Puebla!

57:44 - David Ochoa headed to D.C. 

59:47 - Quick News and Notes

1:05:30 - Obinna Nwobodo has been outstanding for Cincy

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

Andrew Wiebe is on vacation so David Gass, Calen Carr, and Michael Lahoud are here to guide you through Week 22! Toronto's new look, Bale's first goal, that crazy Austin - Red Bulls game, we touch on it all! 

3:12 - Best things we saw in Week 22

7:24 - New-look Toronto steals the show

13:20 - Can TFC make the playoffs?

20:00 - Young Red Bulls win a wild game over Austin

29:40 - Gareth Bale scores, plays really well

34:51 - Should the Galaxy play Chicharito, Joveljic together?

45:35 - Dallas beats RSL in game with huge playoff implications

49:18 - Taty gone, who needs to step up for NYCFC?

51:49 - Quick hit results

1:04:49 - Canadian Championship Preview

1:13:25 - U.S. Open Cup Preview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:44pm EDT

Mailbag pod! You asked and we answered (in the middle of an epic thunderstorm). Plus, Charlie, David and Andrew analyze the latest moves in MLS (Mendez to LAFC, Gioacchini to ORL and Moore to NASH) and play matchmaker with the 2023 free-agent class.

2:00 - Confirmed: MLS > Premier League

10:00 - Breaking down Sebas Mendez to LAFC

18:00 - Gioacchini’s Orlando move makes perfect sense for both sides

24:50 - How Shaq Moore raises Nashville’s ceiling

31:08 - Is the David Gass Theorem dead?

32:55 - Predicting the blockbuster free agent signings of 2023

56:08 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:17pm EDT

From parking lot parties to incredible comebacks and everything in between, the Monday crew goes through all 14 games in Week 21 plus hit the biggest transfer headlines!

3:06 - Best things we saw in Week 21

10:12 - Taty wins NY Derby, off to Girona?

25:13 - RBNY still need a goal scorer 

27:35 - Cucho can’t be stopped! 

38:05 - Bale, Chiellini on a soccer field in MLS!

46:39 - Shaq Moore to Nashville a good move for both sides

48:35 - Things are not ideal in Dallas

49:55 - Philly pulls off a great comeback

52:58 - Miami’s win has huge playoff implications

1:00:45 - Digging in on D.C.’s roster teardown
1:04:27 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:28pm EDT

Does MLS slow down? Nahhhhhh. The All-Star squad is out and the guys have THOUGHTS. Plus, Cali Clasico drama is the perfect dessert following a main course of Landon Donovan-to-the-Quakes reports and much more from all the midweek action.

1:49 - We’ll be at the ASG in Minnesota! 

3:18 - Strategies for watching multiple games at once

8:26 - ASG Roster breakdown

18:48 - Biggest All-Star snubs

29:24 - Our ASG Starting XI

32:57 - San Jose wins the Cali Clasico!

41:32 - Would Landon Donvan be a good manager for the ‘Quakes?

52:02 - Cucho Hernandez on fire! 

1:04:12 - Ernst Tanner v John Thorrington… get ya popcorn ready

1:09:00 - Austin FC rolls again, new DP on the way

1:11:38 - Chicago gets a desperately needed win

1:15:56 - Quick hit results

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

Well, that escalated fast! The guys jump in the studio for the most jam-packed show of all-time. From Rooney’s return to D.C. to Josef Martinez's real talk and Luis Suarez’s potential MLS destinations *deep breath* to El Trafico and Cascadia, MLS is on one. Oh, and how about the Mark-Anthony Kaye blockbuster!

0:27 - It’s all happening! Most anticipated episode of Extratime ever???

6:14 - Josef Martinez with STRONG quotes, will it get better in ATL?

26:55 - Wayne Rooney the new coach of D.C. United (WHAT??)

42:05 - Philly’s monster win, Golden Boot teams update

46:39 - Best possible destinations for Luis Suarez

53:53 - LAFC wins El Trafico in front of Gareth Bale

1:00:32 - Hector Herrera’s debut delivers in Texas Derby

1:09:34 - Austin just keeps winning

1:20:52 - Breaking down the MAK trade

1:26:40 - Quick hit news and notes

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:53pm EDT

The transfer window is officially open, and Tom Bogert has the latest on every rumor, report and official deal in MLS. From Lingard to Pozuelo, get the lowdown.

1:04 - What it’s like in the locker room during the transfer window

5:00 - Breaking down Toronto’s roster overhaul

19:03 - The Pozuelo trade is fantastic for Miami

23:36 - Jesse Lingard to MLS???

33:18 - Sergio Santos headed to Cincy

38:53 - Is Washington Corozo the missing piece for Austin?

42:36 - Gaga Slonina transfer nearing completion

51:25 - Over/Under on Gareth Bale’s LAFC stats

59:10 - Heineken Rivalry Week Preview

1:08:30 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:18pm EDT

Everything you need to know after a busy holiday weekend! The guys celebrate the best things they saw in Week 18, talk through the Revs' new DP No. 9, make the case for Brenner to stay in Cincy and name the best signings and trade of the 2022 season!

1:45 - Best things we saw in Week 18

12:50 - Revs’ new pieces (plus DP No. 9) are looking good

22:52 - Brenner stays hot - how high can he rise?

27:20 - Pat Noonan’s coach of the year candidacy

33:00 - Orlando continues to struggle

36:00 - Best signings of the season (so far)

46:22 - Best trades of the season (so far)

49:12 - Why is NYCFC sliding?

58:03 - What… is happening… in Toronto? 

1:01:19 - Why Tyler Adams to Leeds is slightly disappointing (or isn't at all)

1:16:44 - Mailbag

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

The best Thursday shows come after midweek action. We had a heaping helping of MLS, plus the last US Open Cup quarterfinal, so you know it was a good show! Andrew, David and Charlie break down the best things they saw in Week 17, wonder whether Cincy will hang on to Brenner/sign Matt Miazga after a wild draw against NYCFC, talk though LAFC's path to building one of the best teams in history and anoint Jose Martinez an official Philly legend.

5:49 - Best things we saw in Week 17

15:17 - Cincinnati, NYCFC deliver game-of-the-season contender

20:06 - What does Cincy need to take the next step?

30:28 - Why a USOC would mean a ton to Orlando

35:20 - Montreal’s win over Seattle is a HUGE statement

43:09 - Are more moves coming for LAFC?

56:14 - Jose Martinez is a legend

1:03:53 - Quick hit results

1:13:58 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:04pm EDT

We're back and what a weekend of news we have to discuss! David Gass joins Calen Carr and Tom Bogert to break down LAFC's blockbuster Gareth Bale signing. Add in Carlos Vela's new contract and the signing of Giorgio Chiellini - are LAFC now the clear favorites for MLS Cup?

The guys also dive in on the rest of MLS Week 16 including Philly's huge win (and a red card for their trainer!), FC Cincinnati continuing to look legit, and Austin's comeback against Dallas. 

2:29 - GARETH BALE TO LAFC! ON A TAM DEAL! 

15:57 - Carlos Vela re-signs for LAFC

19:32 - Philly beats NYCFC despite trainer red card

33:27 - Cincy is legit! Club sets MLS win record

42:30 - Austin v Dallas was one of the best games of the weekend

47:19 - Injury bug hits Atlanta again

49:16 - Can Lorenzo Insigne save Toronto’s season?

53:28 - Quick hit Week 16 results

1:12:02 - Orlando v Nashville USOC preview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

Cupset! Again! David Gass is joined by Charlie Davies and Jordan Angeli to sort through another crazy round of the U.S. Open Cup. Is it the Red Bulls' trophy to lose? And what would a Cup mean for SKC in the midst of a tough league campaign?

The trio is then joined by Columbus Crew President and GM Tim Bezbatchenko to get all the details on the Cucho Hernandez signing. 

We finish off with a weekend preview, our ESPN+ games of the week and the mailbag! 

2:19 - The 2023 All-Star Game is headed to D.C.!

8:06 - Cupset! Sacramento stuns the Galaxy

14:32 - Are the Red Bulls legit trophy contenders?

23:55 - What would a USOC win mean for SKC?

26:13 - Why both Toronto and Vancouver need to win the Canadian Championship

34:08 - Adrian Heath gets a contract extension

41:32 - Tim Bezbatchenko on Cucho signing, what’s next for Crew

1:04:20 - Weekend Preview

1:16:40 - ESPN+ Games of the Week

1:19:50 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

David joins forces with Calen Carr & Michael Lahoud to talk about everyones favorite thing GOALS! Columbus has broken the bank on a new DP striker is that enough for an MLS Cup run? Are Cade Cowell or Talles Magno the next big MLS Product? Then Jeremy Ebobisse stops by to talk about his work with The BPC, what has led to his place on top of the Golden Boot race, fighting for a spot at The World Cup, and much more.

  • 3:18 Josef Martinez getting Atlanta looking like themselves)
  • 10:13 Mario Gotze linked to Inter Miami
  • 13:25 Cincinnati gets big result vs. Philly
  • 18:00 Any worry for the Union?
  • 22:30 Vancouver surging up the table
  • 28:00 Columbus Crew signs DP Cucho Hernandez
  • 41:00 A move to Europe for Cade Cowell?
  • 51:29 Matt Turner gets improbable send off
  • 1:02 Seattle vs. LAFC - Western Conference Preview?
  • 1:09 Real Salt Lake and Austin trending up, Montreal trending down
  • Jeremy Ebobisse
  • End Red Bulls and NYCFC meet in USOC
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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:58pm EDT

Huge news for all of us who love MLS! The league has a new media deal with Apple! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Charlie Davies break down what excites them about the future before diving in to the biggest stories in MLS as we return from the international break. 

1:14 - MLS has a new TV deal!

20:08 - The World Cup field is set! 

26:14 - The biggest stories in MLS as the league resumes

26:37 - Can Seattle go on a run?

29:06 - Revs have bounced back from a rocky start

38:58 - Can NYCFC stay atop the East without Deila (and maybe Taty)?

43:28 - Will Carlos Vela re-sign?

49:04 - What’s ahead in the summer transfer window?

1:01:54 - Which club’s great start will hold?

1:14:57 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:16pm EDT

MLS is fully back this week and we have news to go with it! The guys talk what's next for NYCFC after Ronny Deila's departure, discuss whether the Revs have turned it around, and Charlotte FC's incredible home atmosphere.

6:20 - Ronny Deila departs; what’s his legacy and what next for NYCFC?

27:05 - SKCs woes continue, have the Revs turned it around?

34:51 - What should New England do with their open DP spot?

38:19 - New coach bump for Charlotte or something more?

44:58 - Breaking down Nashville’s lack of home form

46:14 - Playing matchmaker with impeding MLS free agents

1:07:33 - Giorgio Chiellini officially signs for LAFC

1:15:10 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:24pm EDT

Andrew, Doyle and David get together to talk through reaction to our USMNT "locks," Gregg Berhalter's XI against Grenada and the big questions facing Canada. Plus, an interview with FC Cincinnati No. 9 Brandon Vazquez on his form, his career and USMNT hopes & transfer news around the league.

8:20 - Revisiting our USMNT locks

26:25 - How should the USMNT approach Grenada and the Nations League

40:35 - Big questions for Canada ahead of the World Cup 

50:28 - Brandon Vazquez on mental strength, Cincy, and pancakes 

1:15:53 - Griffin Yow transfer rumors - would a move make sense?

1:16:36 - Mauro Manotas to Columbus??

1:19:09 - Revs sell Buksa, what now 

1:23:09 - What to make of Christian Fuchs’ comments

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 3:59pm EDT

From goalkeeper to No. 9, the guys try to figure out who are locks for Gregg Berhalter's Best XI after a scoreless draw for Qatar. Plus, Peter Galindo explains what's going on with Canada, Gaga to Madrid and the best fullback tandems in MLS.

3:35 - First thoughts on USMNT’s draw with Uruguay 

11:04 - Is Sean Johnson in the mix for the USMNT No. 1 GK spot?

20:55 - Who are the locked-in starters on the USMNT backline?

33:11 - What is the best possible midfield combo?

47:27 - Time to talk about the No. 9… again

53:42 - Lookahead to World Cup Game 1: Wales

59:58 - Peter Galindo (Sportsnet) on what’s going on with Canada

1:15:22 - Damir Kreilach’s injury is a huge blow

1:17:54 - Other MLS news and notes

1:24:20 - Best outside back duos in MLS

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

Andrew, David and Charlie dig into the USMNT's 3-0 win against Morocco. The guys try to figure out what Gregg Berhalter wanted to get out of the match, whether Matt Turner pulled ahead of Zack Steffen, how close Christian Pulisic was to his best and how well Brenden Aaronson fit at the No. 8 position. Oh, and of course we dove into the battle at the No. 9 position: Haji Wright vs. Jesus Ferreira!

Plus, new CCL format, Diego Luna to RSL and more on Charlotte FC and Miguel Angel Ramirez's breakup.

2:15 - 2020 Canadian Championship final played… now?

4:36 - Big picture thoughts from the USMNT’s win

12:17 - Is a pressing system a good fit for the USMNT?

20:06 - Is Matt Turner now ahead of Zack Steffen? 

31:56 - Christian Pulisic was at his best

37:42 - Evaluating the Brenden Aaronson midfield experiment

40:57 - How much did Haji Wright help himself? 

55:03 - Quick lookahead to Uruguay 

56:22 - New CCL Qualifying format announced  

1:04:44 - More Charlotte FC details emerge 

1:17:52 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:03pm EDT

Parent-teacher conference time! The Monday crew sits down to hand out grades to every single team, plus talk about Charlotte's big morning (adios, Miguel Angel Ramirez!). Who is the easiest grader? The hardest? Who passed and who failed? Plus, all the reasons to be locked in to US-Morocco!

5:49 - Charlotte FC

16:23 - LA Galaxy

20:09 - Austin FC

22:58 - Houston Dynamo FC

25:02 - FC Dallas

26:32 - Inter Miami

29:49 - FC Cincinnati

32:10 - NYCFC

33:55 - RBNY

35:39 - San Jose Earthquakes

39:04 - Atlanta United

41:07 - Real Salt Lake

43:11 - Toronto FC
45:03 - New England Revolution

49:15 - Minnesota United

51:42 - Orlando City

54:09 - Seattle Sounders FC

55:07 - CF Montreal

56:59 - Vancouver Whitecaps FC

58:30 - D.C. United

59:59 - Sporting KC

1:01:03 - LAFC

1:02:24 - Philadelphia Union

1:04:40 - Portland Timbers 

1:05:14 - Nashville SC

1:06:56 - Colorado Rapids

1:09:22 - Chicago Fire FC

1:11:40 - Columbus Crew

1:14:14 - USMNT window preview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:23pm EDT

Charlie is fired up, and that means we've got a good show! The guys talk US Open Cup (and Canadian Championship), including two regional Cupsets (VAMOS UNION OMAHA, SAC REPUBLIC) and a wild El Trafico. Plus, could more Americans follow Aaronson to Leeds? Should Djordje Mihailovic move to Europe in the summer if he wants to make the World Cup team? Our feet are held to the fire in the mailbag...

4:06 - Show some love to the Canadian Championship! 

10:48 - USOC quarterfinals set

18:14 - Crisis in Minnesota? 

24:43 - Breaking down Union Omaha’s amazing run 

30:11 - Johnny Russell puts SKC on his back

38:00 - We loved the fire in El Trafico (USOC edition)

55:51 - Where we want to go for the USOC Final

58:39 - Brenden Aaronson to Leeds, will more USMNTers join him?  

1:00:31 - Move to Europe? Stay in MLS? What’s best for young Americans

1:18:25 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:42pm EDT

There's no better time than the present than to try to predict how this notoriously unpredictable league will shake out! The guys talk through Week 13 with an eye to the future. Who will win the Supporters' Shield? Who will win the Spoon? Who will drop below the playoff line and which teams will rise above? Who is the 22 Under 22 favorite?

Plus, Tommy Scoops on Brendan Aaronson's big move and the USMNT roster drop!

2:40 - Best things we saw in Week 13

11:35 - 22 under 22 player of the season (so far)

28:15 - Our picks for the Shield at the 1/3 mark

41:35 - Who will drop OUT of the playoff spots?

49:54 - Who currently outside the playoffs will make it?

56:56 - Which team is destined for the Wooden Spoon?

1:04:06 - Quick hit results

1:09:02 - Tom Bogert on Brenden Aaronson to Leeds

1:18:20 - USMNT roster thoughts

1:23:16 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:33pm EDT

Packed Thursday show! With 10 Wednesday games, the guys have plenty to talk about, including Austin FC's statement win (and bonus no-call) in Los Angeles, Gaga Slonina's struggles, Sporting KC's newfound fight (too much though?) andmuch more.

Plus, Howard Webb drops by to update you on VAR in MLS, and Bobby Wood joins the show to talk Real Salt Lake, USMNT and AAPI Heritage Month.

:49 - Gass brings HEAT to start the show

6:05 - Was it a statement win for Austin FC?

18:06 - Who are the elite teams right now in MLS?

19:12 - Is re-signing Carlos Vela the right move for LAFC?

23:22 - Gaga Slonina is in a rut

31:15 - Why things are fine in Philly

34:17 - SKC gets a WILD win

37:17 - The ‘Quakes are on fire! 

39:23 - Messi rumors… we had to do it

41:25 - Howard Webb Interview

1:02:02 - Quick Weekend Preview

1:07:56 - Bobby Wood on life, soccer, and RSL

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:36pm EDT

The guys drill down on all the big stories from Week 11! Managers and players going IN on their teams, Americans in the Golden Boot charts, NYCFC's U22 masterclass, Thiago Almada's bright future and Sporting Kansas City's 2022 conundrum, plus much more!

3:40 - Best things we saw in Week 11

11:09 - NYCFC is scary for the rest of the league

21:01 - What’s going on with the Crew?

23:30 - Montreal absolutely rolling

33:22 - How good is Philly?

36:00 - Atlanta’s attack is starting to come together

41:20 - The Revs… might be in trouble

44:24 - What’s behind Minnesota’s struggles?

53:39 - Is it time to tear it down and rebuild for SKC?

1:12:15 - Time to give some respect to FC Dallas

1:16:59 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:02pm EDT

The guys go to the proverbial phones for an episode for the listeners and by the listeners. First up, the highlights from David's trip to Austin and Q2 Stadium, then US Open Cup insanity, Sounders bid for Club World Cup allocation and Zlatan's claims that he's MLS's best ever player. Plus, Week 11 preview!

0:55 - David Gass’ Austin FC experience

7:05 - Soccer for All Week kicks off

8:46 - History made in the Canadian Championship

13:12 - Recapping a WILD USOC Round of 32

41:46 - Which team will win USOC?

45:53 - Would Giorgio Chiellini make sense for LAFC?

1:00:35 - Are the Revs waking up?

1:09:58 - Should Seattle get extra allocation money for winning CCL?

1:15:18 - ESPN+ Games of the Week

1:18:03 - Mailbag - is Zlatan the best player to ever play in MLS?

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:16pm EDT

The boys are back from Seattle! In our first show in a post-MLS winning CCL world, Andrew Wiebe, Matt Doyle, and Calen Carr break down the Miles Robinson and Joao Paulo injuries, the amazing LAFC - Philly game, and why Cincy looks like a playoff team! 

:34 - Is Gass responsible for Austin’s loss? We debate

4:59 - One more time, thank you to everyone who came out in Seattle

14:19 - Best things we saw in MLS Week 10

18:28 - FC Cincinnati is legit good!!!

32:24 - Miles Robinson’s injury is devastating for him, Atlanta, and the USMNT

40:38 - Options for the USMNT at CB

46:42 - Can Seattle weather the Joao Paulo injury?

53:49 - LAFC - Philly delivered on the hype

57:09 - LA’s defense is legit, they proved it again against Austin

1:00:02 - We weigh in on Bruce’s tactical changes in a wild 2-2 draw with Columbus

1:02:22 - Quick hit results

1:10:40 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

THE WAIT IS OVER. MLS finally has a CCL champion in the Seattle Sounders! Andrew, David, and Calen navigate the postgame maddness to bring you reaction, analysis, and interviews with players and coaches from the field! 

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 11:10am EDT

The show is back on the road! Chats with Garth Lagerwey, Brian Schmetzer, Cristian Roldan and Jordan Morris! TUDN's Michele Gianonne gives us the Pumas perspective! Plus, Week 9, including Nashville SC's stadium opener!

1:30 - The vibes in Seattle ahead of Wednesday
4:15 - Come join us for beers Tuesday night at The George and Dragon!
7:58 - Nashville’s new stadium is as good as advertised
15:24 - Quick takes on MLS Week 9
21:08 - CCL Final Leg 2 Preview
29:48 - Would a CCL win make the Sounders the best MLS team of all time?
31:33 - Garth Lagerwey Interview
51:01 - Cristian Roldan Interview
1:03:27 - Jordan Morris Interview
1:12:05 - Brian Schmetzer Interview

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:48pm EDT

When was the last time MLS benefited from Conca-craziness? The Sounders are headed home with a win-and-you're-champs situation. Andrew, Charlie and David break it all down, then turn to MLS Week 9. Who can win MVP? It's a real question, just nine weeks into the season.

 

:51 - Extratime is going to Seattle! 

9:25 - How Seattle pulled off the leg 1 comeback

24:01 - Seattle is in a great spot heading to Leg 2

41:53 - Andres Cubas is a perfect signing for Vancouver

42:54 - Houston - Austin Preview

53:02 - Which MLS teams should sign Juan Dinenno?

57:04 - Nashville’s stadium opener will be a party

1:14:10 - ESPN+ Games of the Week

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:47pm EDT

Are English managers allowed to huddle on the field? That, Gyasi Zardes trade reactions, Quakes chaos-ball and many more pressing questions/takeaways from MLS Week 8!

0:50 - Calen Carr Sky Sports Update

4:42 - Best things we saw in Week 8

19:10 - Gyasi Zardes trade breakdown

33:58 - San Jose chaos-ball lives!

42:15 - CCL Final Preview

52:34 - Taxi arrives! D.C. looked great

55:50 - The key weakness derailing New England’s season

58:40 - Victor Wanyama has been fantastic for Montreal

1:02:58 - How legit is this Miami winning streak?

1:10:16 - Quick hit results

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:36pm EDT

We love a good Cupset! Andrew, Charlie and David celebrate MLS's return to the US Open Cup and dig deep into the firing of Hernan Losada in D.C. (as well as those Gareth Bale reports)!

1:35 - The ASG is going to Minnesota! 

8:15 - U.S. Open Cup Review + our favorite Cupsets

20:15 - Firing Hernan Losada isn’t a magic bullet for D.C. United’s problems

43:39 - Why we’re excited for San Jose the rest of the season

47:36 - Gareth Bale to D.C.???

56:14 - How should LAFC use their open DP spot?

59:34 - The most anticipated El Capitan in years

1:03:46 - Inter Mimi - Atlanta Preview

1:06:00 - Orlando - RBNY Preview

1:08:36 - ESPN+ Games of the Week

1:14:44 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 6:21pm EDT

What do Generation Adidas Cup and Matias Almeyda have in common? No idea, other than we dug deep on both! Andrew, Doyle, David and Calen jump in the studio to chat about the stories of the day. Plus, everything you need to know from Week 7, including LAFC's Shield hopes, the Fire's ceiling and Real Salt Lake's Twitter banter gone wrong!

:55 - American youth soccer is in an amazing place - Generation adidas Cup recap

22:15 - Our U.S. Open Cup Games to Watch

25:39 - Best things we saw in Week 7

32:00 - Matias Almeyda out in San Jose

54:02 - Minnesota finally wins, Colorado’s defense is slightly concerning

56:35 - LAFC are flying - what is their ceiling?

1:00:42 - SKC struggling, but Peter Vermes’ job should be safe

1:05:08 - Toronto hands Philly their first loss of the season

1:06:46 - NYCFC hammers RSL, Taty gets back on track

1:11:45 - Quick hit results

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

The Sounders are through to face Pumas in the CCL Final! Jordan Angeli, Joe Lowery, and Charlie Davies break down the wild CCL semifinal second leg, look ahead to the final, and preview the MLS Weekend.

2:30 - Recapping a CRAZY CCL semifinal

9:10 - Can NYCFC take positives out of the second leg despite the loss?

16:04 - Stefan Frei’s man of the match performance

20:25 - Previewing Seattle - Pumas for the CCL title

26:55 - Cincy signs a new DP D-mid

37:35 - Are Matias Almeyda’s antics hurting San Jose? (SJ v NSH Preview)

50:04 - Should Gonzalo Higuain stay on the bench? (SEA v MIA Preview)

57:39 - How Steve Cherundolo has put his own stamp on LAFC (LAFC v SKC Preview)

1:05:55 - ESPN+ Games of the Week and neck tattoos

1:13:57 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT

From El Trafico to Texas winners to the Union's Shield start and everything in between, Andrew, Calen and Doyle run through all the results, quotes and notes from the weekend's matches!

1:47 - Best things we saw in Week 6

10:11 - There are a ton of teams still trying to figure themselves out

13:09 - El Trafico delivers again

25:07 - Philly are atop the MLS table

33:53 - Jesus Ferreira is on fire, we still believe in Colorado

42:09 - Houston, Quakes play a wild game

46:45 - Austin slips by the Loons

51:00 - What’s going wrong in Minnesota?

57:40 - Jordy Alcivar Olimpico!

1:03:15 - Things are not great in New England

1:06:05 - Quick Hit Results

1:15:09 - CCL Preview

1:21:11 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 5:53pm EDT

Are we about to see CCL history? The Sounders pushed aside NYCFC at home to move one step closer, but Ronny Deila is dreaming of a 2-0 win at Red Bull Arena. Andrew, David and Charlie break down Leg 1, go over US Open Cup upsets, ponder the Brenner situation in Cincy and talk El Trafico and Carlos Vela's still unresolved contract situation before hitting the USMNT in the mailbag.

1:21 - The return of… Bobby Warshaw??? GA Cup is here!

6:46 - Recapping an incredible Leg 1 of the CCL Semifinals 

24:30 - What went wrong for NYCFC?

34:35 - USOC is back with a ton of great stories

36:51 - What should Cincy do with Brenner?

47:00 - Vela, Chicharito set to face off for the first time in El Trafico

1:01:29 - Chicago - Orlando Preview

1:02:22 - New England - Miami Preview

1:08:32 - Charlotte - Atlanta Preview

1:12:47 - Austin FC - Minnesota Preview

1:14:30 - ESPN+ Games of the Week

1:18:24 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 7:11pm EDT

Are you ready for El Trafico? Chicharito and Carlos Vela/LAFC are in prime form after Week 5 wins. The Monday crew digs through the wreckage of a week, including Diego Chara's place in foul history, Vazquez/Djordje for USMNT and a CCL semi preview with the microscope on NYCFC and Seattle!

 

2:50 - Is Keylor Navas the best player in the history of Concacaf?

6:54 - Best things we saw in Week 5

12:55 - Chicharito is playing at his absolute best

21:12- Is Portland in a little bit of trouble?

24:48 - Diego Chara: most prolific fouler in the league

29:44 - LAFC is on FIRE to start the season

37:11 - Are Orlando doomed to an average season?

39:50 - Brandon Vazquez and Djordje Mihailovic deserve USMNT call ups

52:44 - The Red Bulls are looking like a legit dark horse

55:19 - Quick hit results 

1:01:31 - CCL Preview

1:18:58 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 4:35pm EDT

The Redeem Team did it! The USMNT are going to Qatar 2022 (despite a bummer on the final day of qualifying). Andrew, Doyle and Calen celebrate and set expectations, then dig into two big questions. Should Zack Steffen be the starting goalkeeper? Who is the No. 9? Any why does mystery box have the inside track?

1:17 - USMNT does just enough to lock in World Cup Qualification

4:11 - Does a loss to end the cycle dampen the mood?

33:08 - We’re talking USMNT goalkeeper… again

44:55 - Who starts at No. 9 in the World Cup?

54:20 - Expectations for the USMNT at the World Cup

 

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

The guys sit down to process the Concacaf World Cup Qualifying window. Dreams do come true in Canada! Only a nightmare loss in Costa Rica would send the USMNT to a playoff! Andrew, Doyle, Calen and Gass break it all down.

1:01 - How we experience the USMNT and Canada qualifying

4:37 - Celebrating Canada’s incredible World Cup Qualifying run

19:31 - U.S. v Mexico quick recap

26:00 - U.S. v Panama breakdown

38:12 - Christian Pulisic stepped up

46:10 - Where does Gio Reyna best fit into this team?

1:02:10 - Is the USMNT No. 1 GK job set?

1:07:35 - Seeding scenarios at the World Cup for the USMNT and Canada

1:10:18 - Recapping an amazing performance for Canada

1:15:47 - Reasonable expectations for Canada at the World Cup

1:17:20 - Charlotte FC is on a roll!

1:22:35 - Mailbag

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

In a special edition of the podcast, Andrew sits down with MLS NEXT Pro president Charles Altchek and SVP of Competition and Operations Ali Curtis!

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 1:58pm EDT

It all comes down to this. Three games. Nine points available. Trips to Concacaf nightmare venues. Can the USMNT get the job done? How quickly will Canada be celebrating? What's the scouting report on Mexico, Panama and Costa Rica? Andrew, David and Doyle (plus special guest Jaime Macias) get your ready for the next week of World Cup Qualifiers!

1:30 - Vibe check ahead of World Cup Qualifying

10:29 - Why the Mexico game is the least important of the window for the USMNT

21:29 - What should the starting XI be for the USMNT against Mexico?

29:22 - How much will Weston McKennie’s absence hurt?

38:20 - How Gregg Berhalter should rotate the squad

44:30 - Breaking down Canada’s outlook for this window and beyond

50:03 - Jamie Macias on Costa Rica, Panama, and CONMEBOL

1:11:58 - Mailbag

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Category:Soccer -- posted at: 11:09am EDT

Ah, the existential dread is here! But before we get to World Cup Qualifiers, the guys dig into the MLS weekend. From Jesus Ferreira's hatty to Real Salt Lake's xHumanSpirit, there's a ton to discuss as Andrew, Doyle and Gass gather on a Monday morning.

2:48 - How we’re feeling ahead of the final round of World Cup Qualifying

10:42 - The best things we saw in Week 4

15:48 - Jesus Ferreira went off ahead of USMNT call

29:08 - Charlotte got a win! And looked good doing it! 

38:32 - Real Salt Lake are your Western Conference leaders

50:34 - Brandon Vazquez on fire, Cincy on a winning streak

53:47 - Austin looking good out of a tough 2-game stretch

58:40 - Which team has the most to worry about after 4 weeks?

1:09:18 - Quick hits (and collapses) around MLS

1:17:45 - Mailbag: Best modern day OG MLS penalty takers?

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