Best FC Cincy Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 182 - FC Cincinnati defeats Messi's Inter Miami 6-1, takes top of the table! The view from the Bailey with The Pride's VP Reece Meister. PLUS your questions and Olympic Roster drama 2:14:34

29m ago2:14:34

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Kevin and Grayson soak in all the post-matchday vibes as they recount the 6-1 demolition of Inter Miami at the hands of Pat Noonan's FC Cincinnati. One of the best regular season performances ever and one of the best atmospheres TQL Stadium has ever seen. In Part Two it's what it was like in the bailey with Reece Meister, VP of The Pride and capo i…

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DEN AFTER DARK | Live Post Game Show 5-0 Thrashing of DC United | Orlando Lions Den 54:13

40m ago54:13

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Warning: Language Post Game Show on Twitter Spaces - Join us @OrlandoLionsDen after the final whistle of Every Game! This is your show! You can join and talk about the game with us live, and unfiltered

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Ep 181 - FC Cincinnati Road Warriors! Beat DC United, tying an MLS record for consecutive road wins! MLS news Round-Up PLUS Inter Miami comes to town on Saturday 1:49:39

2h ago1:49:39

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Kevin, Grayson, and Jonah sat down to talk about the win over DC united immediately after kickoff! FC Cincinnati ties an MLS record for consecutive road wins and continues to roll through the Eastern Conference. How did the backline look with Miles Robinson back? Then in Part Two it's an MLS news round up including El Traffico and All-Star Game ide…

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Spray Paint & Superstars: The Birth of El Tráfico 41:32

22h ago41:32

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Last year’s El Tráfico at the Rose Bowl was the United States’ most attended sports game of 2023, and the derby is one of the most exciting and bitterly contested rivalries in MLS. But it’s also one of the league’s newest. So how did El Tráfico reach these heights? To tell the full story, we have to go back to a graffiti duel between fans waged on …

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Bad Night in the Bronx | We Need A Boost | Orlando Lions Den Podcast 1:14:28

1d ago1:14:28

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A Rough loss in Yankee Stadium, and two games this week has brought Alex R, Cleon, and Mike to the Den to talk about what's next... - Prayers up for Mason Stajduhar - 4-2 Loss to NYCFC - Stock Up Stock Down - Duncan Contract News - No All Stars....Again....- Preview Away to Toronto, and Home to DC - Shoutouts Check out our Sponsors: Hourglass Brewi…

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#243 Copa America: USMNT Loses to Panama 2-1, Must Win vs. Uruguay, Matchday 23 Recap 1:06:02

1d ago1:06:02

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Come join us as we mourn the USMNT getting beaten out of the group stages in Copa America. We look ahead to the match against Uruguay and what not getting out of the group stage does for this group. Is Gregg out? We also discuss MLS action for Matchday 23.

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Ep 180 - FC Cincinnati Wins! Luca Orellano with the winner and The FC keeps the clean sheet! Zach Blandford of the American Outlaws joins to talk USMNT and McKennie PLUS Intern Luke helps preview DC 2:16:23

3d ago2:16:23

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Kevin and The Chief talk about the lessons, if there are any, learned from FC Cincinnati's 1-0 victory over FC Dallas. Luca Orellano looked spectacular and the weather looked miserable. The defense kept a clean sheet as well as Miles Robinson looks like he'll be back sooner than expected. In Part Two it's a great conversation with American Outlaw's…

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#242 Copa America: USMNT Loses to Panama 2-1 Emergency Podcast 34:10

6d ago34:10

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Come join us as we mourn the USMNT loss to Panama in Copa America. If the USMNT don't get out of the group, is it time for Gregg to go? What was Weah thinking? Are we going to waste 2026? Jordan shares his thoughts on this USMNT team. Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.com/Statesideshow Youtube: youtube.com/…

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Ep 179 - Weston McKennie rumors are heating up! FC Cincinnati looking to make a splash this summer. Matt Miazga SEI designation, USMNT friendly, Patreon questions PLUS Your FC Dallas Preview 2:14:17

7d ago2:14:17

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief tackle the topics of the day including a long conversation in Part One on Weston McKennie possible transfer to FC Cincinnati. Where does he fit, is it a good signing, and how mad will people be if/when he signs? In Part Two it's a grab-bag of topics including (but not limited to) All-star match posters, USMNT friendlie…

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Angel City FC and the Booming Business of Women’s Sports 31:20

8d ago31:20

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Angel City FC, the LA-based National Women’s Soccer League club, was recently named the most valuable franchise in the league. ACFC joined the NWSL as an expansion team in 2022 and shares BMO Stadium with LAFC. From the beginning, the club made headlines with a star-studded ownership group, which includes Natalie Portman, Eva Longoria, Serena Willi…

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Summer of Facu is Here? + Viernes de Futbol Preview | Orlando Lions Den 1:06:52

9d ago1:06:52

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Orlando City picked up 4 points this week and Alex B, Alex R, JJ, and Mike were all here to discuss! Let us know what you think!- 2-2 Road Draw to 10 Man Charlotte FC- 4-2 Home Win to Chicago Fire- Should we Pump the Brakes?- Stock Up Stock Down- Previewing Friday Night Baseball from Yankee Stadium- ShoutoutsCheck out our Sponsors: Hourglass Brewin…

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#241 Copa America: USMNT vs Bolivia and MLS Midweek and Weekend Action 1:09:32

9d ago1:09:32

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Matchdays 21 and 22 is over, but Copa America is just getting started! MLS had a full slate of games as the USMNT kicked off their Copa America with a 2-0 victory over Bolivia! What is the ceiling for this team? Over in MLS, Luchi Gonzalez is let go by San Jose, but was he the problem? Seattle beat Dallas due to two late goals, and Union continue t…

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Ep 178 - Weston McKennie to FC Cincinnati!? Hagglund hurt in New England loss, what happens next? Where do the reinforcements come from? PLUS Patreon Questions and Intern Luke's Cincinnati education 2:26:27

10d ago2:26:27

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief take the loss in stride as FC Cincinnati drops (with a rotated squad) to Caleb Porter's New England Revolution. Nick Hagglund's injury suddenly makes the summer transfer window twice as important. And speaking of transfers, Weston McKennie to The FC!? For real? $15 million bid for the USMNT star, does it actually happe…

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Den After Dark | Live Reaction Show with Listeners After the 4-2 Win Over the Fire! 59:11

11d ago59:11

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We used to upload these, than it became difficult to do it, and now we are doing it again! Miss our live postgame show on Twitter/X? Well now you can catch it here as we recap the game, and talk about what went down with listeners! Here is to hoping the Summer of Facu 2024 has arrived! CONTENT WARNING: Explicit language is used on this show, unlike…

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#240 USMNT Copa America Preview and MLS Weekend Action 1:04:06

14d ago1:04:06

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This episode was recorded on June 17 2024 but due to an error was not published until now on the Audio feed. Matchday 20 is over, but Copa America is about to begin! MLS had a full slate of games as the USMNT prepared for Copa America with a final international friendly! Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.co…

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Ep 177 - AN INSANE FC CINCINNATI WIN! Acosta is HIM, Luca with a wonder-strike, Kelsy can't stop scoring, and Kubo earns an PK!? Who needs a defense!? PLUS your New England preview 1:24:26

14d ago1:24:26

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief do their best to soak in the insane match that was the FC Cincinnati - Philadelphia Union clash on Wednesday night. 4-3 final, The FC needed to take the lead 4 different times. Luca's insane midfield shot, Lucho's heroics at the end of the match, the defense's best attempt at playing defense and so much more. Also very…

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From MLS to Premier League With Tim Bezbatchenko 31:01

15d ago31:01

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When Tim Bezbatchenko realized he wasn’t going to be a Major League Soccer player, he knew he still wanted to be around the sport—so after attending law school (while playing on a USL team), he got a job at MLS headquarters. That led to successful stints as president and general manager of Toronto FC, which hoisted an MLS Cup during his tenure, and…

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Winless in 6 at Home | Double Game Week Ahead | Orlando Lions Den 1:22:38

17d ago1:22:38

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Orlando City Falls at home again this time to one of the hottest teams in the league. Mike, Eddie and Alex R. dicsuss: - 3-1 Home Defeat to LAFC - 6 Straight Games at Home without a Win. And the Tough Road Ahead- Stock up/Stock down - Mid Season Report Cards - Previewing Charlotte Away on Wednesday- Preview for Chicago at Home on Saturday- Shoutout…

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Ep 176 - Yuya Kubo's Hat Trick lifts The FC over San Jose! Massive win and maybe a massive new signing? What is a "big name" anyway? Patreon Questions AND a Philly Preview too! 2:10:45

17d ago2:10:45

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief take all the credit for the win against San Jose now that Yuya Kubo got the PostCast bump! Kubo's Hat Trick sees FC Cincinnati continue to top the points per game table while we wait to hear Miazga's status. In Part Two it's all about transfer targets and deciding who is actually a big name and who is a big signing. Th…

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Ep 175 - FCC's Yuya Kubo joins the PostCast to talk his favorite restaurant, the transfer game, and pregnancy announcement celebrations! NWSL2Cincy When!? PLUS San Jose preview with intern Luke! 1:28:58

21d ago1:28:58

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief are finally done with the international break and kick it off in Part One, not with FC Cincinnati, but with NWSL expansion talk! FC Cincinnati is on tack to getting a professional women's soccer team, so when could they kick off? What could it be called? And does Cincinnati being a host city for a World Cup team mean a…

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How Europe Has Shaped USMNT’s Haji Wright 29:13

22d ago29:13

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Haji Wright’s introduction to international soccer when he scored the lone goal for the United States against Holland in the 2022 World Cup’s Round of 16. Since then, the 26-year-old winger, who has played all over Europe, signed with Coventry City of the English Championship, where he just had his best season yet with 19 goals—seven of them match …

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#239 USMNT Embarrassed by Colombia 5-1 and Nico Estevez Fired by FC Dallas 1:01:21

25d ago1:01:21

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Matchday 19 is over and thankfully so is The USMNT vs Colombia! A select few MLS clubs played this weekend during the international break while the USMNT got beat by Colombia on the eve of Copa America. USMNT have another friendly vs Brazil on Wednesday, can it get worse? How late is it to move on from Gregg Berhalter before the 2026 World Cup? We …

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Ep 174 - FC Cincinnati Transfer Target is WHO!?!? T$T Talk, Columbus brain drain, USMNT, and Re-run of Andrew Wiedeman Interview! 1:53:45

24d ago1:53:45

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Kevin and The Chief, who is on vacation, talk about a funny week in American soccer including in Part One a quick catchup on FC Cincinnati, Kevin pitches an insane transfer target, and the love-fest that is TST. In Part Two it's a re-broadcast of the Andrew Wiedeman episode from 2022, for anyone who missed that the first time around Andrew is a leg…

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Ep 173 - The Podcast Plays Dungeons and Dragons! An Adventure that may or may not have some similarities to FC Cincinnati is afoot! Ruffians, wizards, a daring heist, backflips and so, so much more 3:25:02

28d ago3:25:02

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Led by DM Sarah Gorman, Yubo, Baron Oupendza, and Piazzga are called to help when the beloved Captain Clifton is wrongly punished by the King. Can the three adventures go where no honorable man is allowed? Can they find the evidence of his innocence and set the record straight? Taking fake prisoners, smuggling into caravans, and intimidating anyone…

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New Summer Time Sadness? | One Point Road Trip | Orlando Lions Den 1:16:10

1M ago1:16:10

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Orlando get disappointing one point out of six on a two match road trip to Chicago & New Jersey This week: - 1-1 Draw in Chicago - 1-0 Loss in New Jersey - Thoughts on what changes are needed for the club long term - Stock up/Stock down - Summary of all the players away for summer international duty - LAFC preview - Shoutouts Thanks so much to ever…

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RSL’s Pablo Mastroeni, Leader of Men 37:47

1M ago37:47

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Real Salt Lake is off to their best-ever franchise start, leading the West and just three points off from leading the Supporters’ Shield race — four years after finishing near the bottom of the league. One of the key figures behind this turnaround is head coach Pablo Mastroeni. On this week’s episode, Taylor sits down with Pablo to talk about his c…

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#238 Pineda Fired, Columbus Lose Champions Cup Final and Messi Sets MLS Record 1:08:17

1M ago1:08:17

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Matchdays 17 and 18 are over! Messi reaches 25 Goal Contributions in record time, Gonzalo Pineda is fired by Atlanta United, Columbus lost the Champions Cup Final. What will it take for MLS to consistently win the competition? Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.com/Statesideshow Youtube: youtube.com/@statesi…

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Ep 172 - Mid-season Off-season! Columbus Crew lose, leaving a stain on MLS. Mitch Hildebrandt interview (re-broadcast) of an FC Cincinnati legend PLUS Soccer Blog Book Club! 2:31:36

1M ago2:31:36

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief are taking their time to enjoy the midseason offseason away from FC Cincinnati by dancing on the smelly grave of Columbus Crew in Champions League. In Part Two it's a re-broadcasting of the 2022 interview with Mitch Hildebrandt for anyone who didn't hear it back in the day. And finally in Part Three it's a Jason Willia…

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Ep 171 - FC Cincinnati takes one on the chin vs Nashville at home. Set Pieces and poor finishing doom the Orange and Blue. Patreon Questions and Grayson's case for Ted Lasso 1:26:56

1M ago1:26:56

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief get together in person to memorialize the end of the FC Cincinnati winning streak. A rare in-person podcast with the audio quality to go along with it. What went wrong with the team, what happens now going forward, and is there anything that can be done on set pieces? Part Two includes some Patreon Questions and also a…

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Concacaf Champions Cup Preview With Sammy Sadovnik & Stu Holden 36:11

1M ago36:11

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The Crew aim to be the fourth MLS side to win the Concacaf Champions Cup when they travel to face storied Liga MX club Pachuca this weekend. There’s more than continental bragging rights on the line: The winner gets an automatic bid to the next year’s FIFA Club World Cup, which will take place in the U.S. So far, Seattle are the only MLS team to qu…

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Another Home Loss | Two Away Tests This Week | Orlando Lions Den 1:13:07

1M ago1:13:07

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Lions Fall at home this week, so we had some serious debate about the game and what we think worked. This week: - 2-0 Loss at Home - VAR Intervened, so we decided to fix VAR - Thoughts on our lineups and tactics - Stock up/Stock down - Two Away match previews - Shoutouts Come out to Hourglass Brewing with us for our watch party and Beer release par…

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#237 Miami Wins without Messi, FC Cincy Come From Behind, LAFC Win 1:01:23

1M ago1:01:23

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Matchday 16 is over and we had some thrilling draws and high scoring affairs. Miami traveled to Vancouver without Messi, Suarez and Busquets and won! FC Cincy win a thrilling 4-3 match over Toronto. Atlanta lose another match at home to LAFC, and Dallas Minnesota play a thrilling draw. Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesides…

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Ep 170 - 7 wins in a row for FC Cincinnati! A thrilling match in Toronto where The FC out-gunned the Reds 4-3. PLUS Nashville midweek preview! 2:03:26

1M ago2:03:26

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief rejoice on Memorial Day as FC Cincinnati, for the first time in MLS, wins a match where their opponent scored three goals. 7 wins in a row puts The FC in rare company and all-time records are within each. What did this match teach us about the offense, about Lucho, and about set-pieces. Then in Part Two it's your Nashv…

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Ep 169 - Carter Chapley joins to talk FC Cincinnati, Canada, and Stefan Chirila! Player salaries revealed and your Toronto vs FC Cincinnati vs Rivas Preview 1:58:07

1M ago1:58:07

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief jump into the midweek episode with MLSPA salary information that is literally breaking as the podcast is record. What exactly is Yuya Kubo making!? In Part Two it's a conversation with FC Cincinnati staff writer Carter Chapley about the team, the new additions, and the young talent in the pipeline. Then in Part Three i…

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7 Points in 7 Days | Crew Preview | Orlando Lions Den 1:07:07

2M ago1:07:07

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A draw at home and a win on the road has the group feeling cautiously optimistic after securing 7 points in 7 daysThis week we talk about:- 0-0 home draw vs Messi-less Miami- 0-1 win in San Jose- Celebrating 7 points in 7 days- Duncan McGuire’s injury & its impact- Was Jack Lynn ready & is he ready now?- Columbus coming to visit before the CONCACAF…

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NHL All-Star Filip Forsberg Loves MLS 33:10

2M ago33:10

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Filip Forsberg is an NHL All-Star from Sweden, the Nashville Predators’ all-time leading goal scorer, and—since last spring—a minority owner of Nashville SC. Taylor sits down with Filip to talk about his soccer roots, why he loves Swedish superstar Zlatan Ibrahimović, and how he got to experience Nashville SC’s incredible Leagues Cup run last year,…

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#236 Caleb Porter Lashes Out, Who is Hot and Who is Not? And USMNT Friendly Roster 1:01:02

2M ago1:01:02

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Matchdays 14 and 15 are in the books! Caleb Porter lashed out at reporters in his press conference, we talk what is going on in New England. We then take a look at which teams are hot and which are not, before talking the new USMNT roster for the upcoming Colombia and Brazil friendlies. Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @stateside…

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Ep 168 - FC Cincinnati rolls on! St Louis CITY the latest to fall victim to the Orange and Blue as The FC scores 4 goals! PLUS zombie apocalypse and dream guests 1:57:05

1M ago1:57:05

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Kevin, The Chief, and Jonah sit down to soak in the vibes of a 6 match winning streak. A massive performance from FC Cincinnati saw the team out perform their opponent by so much they had to spot them a goal. Lucho, Kubo, and Santos getting on the score sheet. In Part Two it's listener questions including, but not limited to, dream guests and who's…

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Ep 167 - FC Cincinnati Wins Again! 5 match win streak for The FC sees them just a point off the top with a game in hand. MLS News Round up PLUS Your St Louis City preview! 2:26:42

2M ago2:26:42

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief jump on the pod right after the win over Atlanta United! 1-0, Kevin Kelsy looks like the real deal, and The FC goes just one point behind Miami with a match in hand. Does it matter that they take their foot off the gas? IN Part Two it's an MLS news round up! And in Part Three your St Louis CITY preview and predictions.…

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Rivalry Week Is Bigger in Texas 27:51

2M ago27:51

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Rivalries live and die by the fans. And in Texas, the three teams—FC Dallas, Houston Dynamo, and Austin FC— compete for the Copa Tejas trophy. Soccer culture in Texas is big, dense, and diverse—just like the state. So this week’s episode is all about the fans whose happiness depends on winning Copa Tejas. There’s Paul Fletes, lead trumpet for the s…

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Big Road Dub | Big Week Ahead | Orlando Lions Den 1:12:35

2M ago1:12:35

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A Win on the road has spirits very high, but two big matches are on the horizon for this week: We talk about: - 3-2 Victory over Philly - Shape Change, Will we see more of it? - Duncan McGuire Transfer/Contract News - Inter Fort Lauderdale Comes to Town - Longest Away trip of the year, Away to San Jose at the weekend -Shoutouts. Come out to Hourgla…

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#235 Messi Complains About MLS Rule, Giroud Officially Joins LAFC, and Cincy Proves Hell is Real 1:05:05

2M ago1:05:05

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The Stateside Soccer Show: #235 Messi Complains About MLS Rule, Giroud Officially Joins LAFC, and Cincy Proves Hell is Real Matchday 13 is over and we talk about the biggest moments. Messi complains about a new MLS rule, Giroud is signing with LAFC, and Cincy won a big game against Columbus! We break it all down. Follow the show: Twitter: @statesid…

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Ep 166 - FC Cincinnati wins Hell is Real in Columbus! Mike Watts joins to talk about calling the game for Fox, Kelsy, Opie, and more. PLUS your Atlanta United preview 2:29:25

2M ago2:29:25

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief soak in the vibes after watching FC Cincinnati get its first road win in Hell is Real. Kevin Kelsy to the starting 11 forever? Dado played a helluva match as well. In Part Two it's Mike Watts joining to talk about Hell is Real, the Open Cup, NWSL, and everything else in American soccer after he was int he broadcast boo…

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Ep 165 - Hell. Is. Real. FC Cincinnati's biggest test of the regular season this weekend. Revenge, seeding, and shield place are all on the line. 2:00:36

2M ago2:00:36

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief dig into the rivalry that is Hell is Real. FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew are the two best teams in MLS (that didn't have Apple buy Messi), the current shield holder vs the current cup holder. In Part One it's all about the state of the rivalry, what this match means, what it means going forward. In Part Two, it's an …

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Nick Hagglund on FC Cincy’s Rivalry With the Crew 30:12

2M ago30:12

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It’s Rivalry Week. Across Major League Soccer, bitter rivals, old and new, are gearing up for matches that fans have had circled on their calendars since the 2024 schedule came out. Rivalries are a big deal for players too. FC Cincinnati center back Nick Hagglund tells Taylor that when the schedule comes out, the first ones he looks for are the Hel…

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1-0 Home Loss to FC Cincy | What Needs to Change? | Orlando Lions Den 1:11:35

2M ago1:11:35

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Alex B, JJ, and Mike are back this week following a tough to swallow defeat to FC Cincy at home. This week we talk about: - Injuries, adding some insult to this defeat - Stock Up Stock Down - What Needs to Change? - Philadelphia Union Away are up next - Shoutouts Come out to Hourglass Brewing with us for our watch party and Beer release party on 6/…

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#234 Messi Scores One and Assists Five, Quakes Beat LAFC and Loons Beat Atlanta 1:05:27

2M ago1:05:27

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Matchday 12 is over and we are nearing the one third part of the season. Logan and Jordan talk the insane madness that is Messi as he contributes to all six goals Miami scored on Red Bull, Quakes beating LAFC, MNUFC beating Atlanta, and more! Follow the show: Twitter: @statesideshow Instagram: @statesideshow Facebook.com/Statesideshow Youtube: yout…

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Ep 164 - FC Cincinnati gets a tough win in Orlando, but should it have been tough? Kevin Kelsy makes his debut as Lucho scores in 17 seconds. Boup, MLS news PLUS fast food hot takes 2:00:19

2M ago2:00:19

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Kevin and The Chief do their best to describe what happened during FC Cincinnati's 1-0 victory over Orlando City this weekend. Despite scoring 17 seconds into the match and going up a man a half an hour in, the team didn't look great? Kevin Kelsy made his debut and looks the part. Then in Part Two it's a news roundup including the latest on Aaron B…

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Ep 163 - Pat Brennan joins to talk about the latest on Aaron Boupendza. Roman Celentano stops by to talk asian food and energy drinks. PLUS your Orlando preview! 1:45:58

2M ago1:45:58

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Kevin, Grayson, and The Chief have so much to talk about in this one. FC Cincinnati's DP striker Aaron Boupendza is out 6-9 weeks needing surgery to repair a broken jaw following an off-the-field injury. The Cincinnati Enquirer's Pat Brennan joins to talk about the latest from the team and where they go next. In Part Two, FC Cincinnati Goalkeeper R…

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The Greek God of Atlanta 40:31

2M ago40:31

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On the pitch, Giorgos Giakoumakis comes across as a cocky striker. A bruiser who will do anything to score. An absolute villain. But there’s more to the big man than that. In a special episode of Offside, Giorgos opens up about his life story, including growing up in Crete, his early struggles in the Greek leagues, his scoring titles in Europe, and…

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