Episodes

  • Business as usual…but only for some! Matchweek 4 recap and much more!
    Mar 31 2025

    We discuss an action-packed Matchweek 4, featuring North Carolina FC's impressive victory and FC Tulsa's historic first-ever win against Sacramento Republic, ending their fourteen-game undefeated streak. We'll break down Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC's thrilling 3-2 victory over Indy Eleven and Monterey Bay FC's continued strong form under Jordan Stewart. Plus, our preview of Matchweek 5's exciting fixtures and the upcoming U.S. Open Cup matches, plus much more!

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    47 mins
  • USL ventures into the uncharted: Promotion/Relegation, Attendance Records, and many games from Match Week 3, plus U.S. Open Cup Round 1
    Mar 24 2025

    We delve deeper into the groundbreaking announcement of promotion/relegation coming to USL, making it the first professional soccer entity in the United States to adopt this system, with implementation planned alongside their new Division 1 league launch in 2028.

    Our Match Week Spotlight features an exciting 2-2 draw between Detroit City FC and Birmingham Legion at a chilly Keyworth Stadium. While Oakland Roots set a new league attendance record with an impressive sold-out crowd of more than 25,000 fans at their home opener in the Coliseum

    We review US Open Cup matches, highlighting some of the impressive performances of the first round from USL championship players. As always, we breakdown each match week 3 fixture and even cover the standings for the first time this season.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • A Wacky Matchweek 2: Late Drama, Importance of set-pieces, & a USL legend's farewell
    Mar 17 2025

    Matchweek 2 of the USL Championship delivered a wacky weekend. From Charleston's revenge on Rhode Island, New Mexico's olimpico, Phoenix's comeback to save a point. Individual performances shone brightly, with Cal Jennings' brace for Charleston...does he have enough to fill in the void left by Markanich? The defending champions having an unlucky start to the season, Darren Smith shining for Detroit City and many more new signings/additions making their mark in the USL championship. We also discuss the retirement of one of the USL Championship's legends and preview matchweek 3.

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    54 mins
  • The first whistle of the 2025 season: Match week 1 recap including a spotlight on the Eastern Conference heavyweight showdown between Charleston and Louisville, plus much more!
    Mar 10 2025

    The USL Championship returns with an electrifying East-West doubleheader! Our spotlight match features last season's Eastern Conference powerhouses as Charleston Battery hosts Louisville City FC at Patriots Point. The opening weekend also brings an intriguing Western Conference clash as Sacramento Republic FC welcomes New Mexico United, pitting two of the West's most successful recent clubs against each other, plus much more to recap!

    This season marks a historic milestone for the USL Championship's broadcast coverage, with every club guaranteed at least one national broadcast appearance, bringing unprecedented exposure to the league. We also preview what’s upcoming fixture-wise for match week 2.

    00:00 Intro
    03:00 CHS v LOU spotlight
    30:15 Match Week 1 recap
    57:15 Match Week 2 preview

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    1 hr
  • We're back! 2025 USL Championship Season Preview
    Mar 3 2025

    In this season 2 premiere, we dive deep into the 2025 USL Championship landscape after an offseason filled with some dramatic changes. We'll recap briefly last season and what had transpired over the offseason. Plus, we explore the major shake-ups including Memphis 901 FC no longer existing, Lexington SC's promotion to the Championship, and the expanded USL Jägermeister Cup tournament now featuring both USL Championship and League One teams. Furthermore, a look at the coaching changes, notable signings and previewing some of the top teams and their squads this season.

    TIMESTAMPS

    • 00:00 Intro
    • 04:40 Recap of 2024 season
    • 08:24 New addition
    • 12:00 USL Jägermeister Cup
    • 15:30 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup
    • 22:10 Season Preview
    • 22:18 COS
    • 27:50 RI
    • 33:30 LOU
    • 38:20 NMU
    • 44:00 CHS
    • 48:40 LV
    • 55:00 Noteworthy signings & USL Matchweek 1 preview

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • That's all she wrote! Stand up for the 2024 USL Championship Champion!
    Nov 25 2024

    In this historic USL Championship Final at Weidner Field, Colorado Springs Switchbacks claimed their first title after 10 seasons with a commanding 3-0 victory over Rhode Island FC.

    Off the field, significant moves include Pa-Modou Kah's appointment as Phoenix Rising FC's new Head Coach, Eric Quill's departure from New Mexico United to FC Dallas, and Tampa Bay Rowdies goalkeeper Jordan Farr's transfer to MLS side D.C. United. The league also announced expansion plans with Dallas set to join USL in 2027.

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    39 mins
  • And now we are down to two! The USL Championship will crown a *NEW champion!
    Nov 18 2024

    The stage is set for the USL Championship Final. We recap the Conference Finals of the USL Championship Playoffs. Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC won 1-0 against Las Vegas, while Rhode Island FC defeated Charleston Battery 2-1. We'll discuss the key moments and players that made a difference in these matches. We also highlight Defiance 1636, Rhode Island FC's supporters' group, and their impact on the team's first season and finally the news that broke out last week on Memphis 901 FC moving to a new home!


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    29 mins
  • David beats Goliath in both East and West! Recap of the 2nd round including the October POTM and much more!
    Nov 11 2024

    Do you believe in fairytales? The USL Championship playoffs are as unpredictable as ever, seeing both the number 1 seeds fall in the second round to first timers Las Vegas and Rhode Island. Step out the way there are new faces that run the place. A look at October POTM and more in-depth recap of the 2nd round of playoffs!

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    28 mins