Alexi and Mosse kick off the podcast with a recap of the dramatic MLS Cup final between the Portland Timbers and NYCFC. They break down the VAR controversy from Portland’s last minute goal, Sean Johnson’s saves during the tense penalty shootouts, and why NYCFC manager Ronny Deila Striped after winning MLS Cup (10:04). Then the guys breakdown the USMNT’s upcoming game vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina and see which MLS players could break into the main squad. We then switch gears to Europe as we look at all the games around Europe and briefly cover the Liga MX final between Atlas and Leon, but we all know the real story is the fumbled Champions League draw! Alexi and Mosse make their picks for the Round of 16 and give their team rankings (37:18). We answered questions about whether Supporters’ Shield winners should get a bye in MLS Playoffs, why Fiorentina’s Dusan Vlahovic is underrated, and answer if Alexi has ever played a FIFA game in #AskAlexi (56:14). Finally, Alexi caps off the show with a look at who from the next generation can carry the torch after Messi and Ronaldo retire (1:11:21). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG MERCHANDISE (SCARVES, T-SHIRTS, BUTTONS, COASTERS): http://www.cornerofthegalaxy.com/SHOP COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- The LA Galaxy had a relatively busy half-day trade window Sunday morning. They moved two players who probably weren't going to make a big splash in 2022 for the club and would have struggled to get playing time. But did they get all they could for them? Or was something else going on? On today's show, host Josh Guesman goes without Kevin Baxter (He's on a boat!) and discusses the Galaxy's trade of Dan Steres and Ethan Zubak. There are a lot of questions that come up when we see the results of these trades, but perhaps there's a good reason the return on these players was less than expected? Josh will start by going over his views of a rather unimpressive MLS Cup. Sure the highlights will show a great game, but the playoff format seems to be the enemy of good soccer. Why was this year another "year of the asterisks?" And why does MLS need to fix this problem with growing US popularity? Then Josh will discuss the upcoming expansion draft and why it's not a shopping list for teams looking to add or get rid of pieces. Sure the Galaxy are exempt from this year's festivities, but will Charlotte find some former Galaxy players unprotected? And the Galaxy will find out their full 2022 schedule on December 15th! But the bulk of today's show is to talk about the trade of Steres and Zubak and why the Galaxy may have done the best they could. Or maybe they tried to make a deal that kept the player in mind. Either way, the Galaxy are opening up space on the roster, and if they want more new faces, it's the only way to get it done. Plus, is Sebastian Lletget eyeing Miami instead of New England? And what new rumors popped up just before the show. Do they even make sense? Welcome to CoG show number 900! Thanks for hanging around with us! We're glad we could keep you entertained!

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the Austin FC players eligible for the Expansion Draft, and debut the new spinoff show, Swoontower Soccer, featuring Austin's podcasting wonder couple, Steph Crugnola and Mike Ellison. Topics and questions include: - Which Austin FC players will be protected in the Expansion Draft - Chris Bils's called shot - Which player is most likely to be taken? - How likely is it a player gets taken at all? - Schedule announcement coming Wednesday - Garber speaks k...

Vince, Watke and Belz convene for the Monday Review, a full rundown of the news of the week, the action of the USMNT player pool in the past week, and a handful of listener questions.

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG MERCHANDISE (SCARVES, T-SHIRTS, BUTTONS, COASTERS): http://www.cornerofthegalaxy.com/SHOP COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- To say the LA Galaxy offseason suddenly jumped into overdrive would be an understatement. With Saturday's MLS Cup inching toward completion, all hell is about to break loose on the trading market inside the league. And that means multiple players from the Galaxy could be gone in a matter of days. On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Eric Vieira update you on all the rumors surrounding the Galaxy, break some news, and tell you what to expect as the club wheels and deals in a very compact offseason. Josh and Eric will start with an update on Mike Munoz, LA Galaxy II, and a surprise departure (maybe it's not that surprising) of a coach we thought would stay around. Are significant changes coming to the Academy? Then the guys transition to Sebastian Lletget. They'll talk about the rumor that was dropped by Steve Goff earlier in the day and update you on teams interested in Lletget. Is the fact that Bruce Arena is making this deal surprise anyone? And what can you expect from a Lletget who will probably have a bounce-back year for the Revolution? Next on the rumor list is Cristian Pavon. How aggressive are the Galaxy going to get with Boca Juniors? And why will he be expensive even though he's out of contract in June? We'll explain the landscape and why multiple teams are after Pavon. And are the Galaxy making a mistake by pursuing someone with sexual assault charges still on the books? Finally, Dan Steres is on the trading block. That shouldn't surprise you. It was assumed as a good theory as soon as the season ended. But with Vanney deciding that Steres won't be playing for LA, the Galaxy have to find a place for the 31-year-old. There's some talk about Julian Araujo mixed in, and we talk about Christmas songs we don't know the words to, a sable, and getting bumped in a drive-thru at lunch. Yeah, the silly season is here!

This SPECIAL Episode features brings together some of the most knowledgeable College Soccer people to answer all those College Soccer myths you want answering. SRUSA's Don Williams is joined by; - Joe Cleary: Current SRUSA consultant and former College Coach - Mike Avery: USL Head Coach and former D1 Coach - Mathes Mennell: Former D1 Coach and current Athletics Director Some of the myths we answer are; If you’re on a top level team, you’ll automatically get recruited. Going to top-level tournaments automatically gets you offers. Only D3 care about academics How to know a College Coach is interested You must play DI if you want to play Pro Playing High School affects your chances of being recruited Plus much more This episode is brought to you by Sports Recruiting USA, the College Soccer Recruiting Experts. Check out us on social media Facebook: www.facebook.com/sportsrecruitingusa Instagram: www.instagram.com/sportsrecruitingusa Twitter: www.twitter.com/sportrecruitusa

Alexi and Mosse kick off the podcast with a recap of all the action around the Eastern and Western MLS Conference Finals, why Alexi was right about NYCFC. Then the guys look ahead to the final Portland vs. NYCFC match up and make their prediction for who will win MLS Cup (09:08). We then do a quick wrap around the world and look at Manchester United’s redemption, if Christian Pulisic will be a consistent starter at Chelsea, and look at the incoming Atlas vs. Leon Liga MX final (34:30). We answer your questions about Lewandowski’s snub for the Ballon d’Or, Jesse Marsch parting ways with RB Leipzig, and Alexi answers if Jaws or Jurassic Park is the better Spielberg movie in #AskAlexi (55:40). Finally, Alexi ends the show with a quick updated about his travels in Qatar (1:25:50). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A man who needs no introduction. Legendary USMNT goalkeeper Tim Howard joins us on the show today to chat about the move into punditry, being from New Jersey, and who he thinks will be the greatest American goalkeeper of all time. We also recap the madness that is the MLS Cup Playoffs and talk about our experience at Gillette Stadium for the New England Revolution vs NYC FC match! Support Richmond Conexiones with a donation for International Daryl Grove Day! https://richmondconexiones.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

- SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PODCAST: http://cornerofthegalaxy.com/subscribe/ - COG LA GALAXY DISCORD: https://discord.gg/drr9HFZY2P - COG MERCHANDISE (SCARVES, T-SHIRTS, BUTTONS, COASTERS): http://www.cornerofthegalaxy.com/SHOP COG STUDIOS, Calif. -- It was a relatively quiet week for the LA Galaxy. But we're starting to see some player rumors heat things up. Can the Galaxy take advantage of the smaller market struggles to take a giant leap forward in 2022? Host Josh Guesman brings you all the latest news and rumors surrounding the Galaxy and how each of those rumored players could affect how we view the club's offseason. Josh will start with the Sebastian Lletget rumors and why the Galaxy would think of trading a fan favorite. And he'll remind the listeners that the vocal minority on Lletget is absolutely a minority and that the public relations of this move must also be considered. But what could the Galaxy get with a trade in the league? And why is New England a clear landing spot for him? Next, Josh will focus on 31-year-old defensive midfielder Ilie Sanchez. There are some things that could loosely link him to the Galaxy, and that wouldn't be a bad thing. SO STOP SAYING 31 IS OLD! It's old for some players, but Sanchez has the track record of being a reliable starter for years in MLS. Plus, why is defensive midfield a position of need if the Galaxy brought in Rayan Raveloson? Finally, Corner of the Galaxy turns into House Hunters as Galaxy President Chris Klein lists his Newport Beach house for sale. What does that mean for a man who should definitely be on the hot seat (but probably isn't)? And what stupid story does Josh have about meeting Klein 13 years ago in a driveway in Corona Del Mar? It's a good Thursday show that will at least keep you abreast of what is happening around MLS and the Galaxy. Are you ready for everything to kick into the crazy season? Because that will happen faster than you think!

Episode #140 w/ Richard McGovern - Union HOSTING eastern conference final - no Castellanos for NYC - why all set pieces are sacred - strikers can't do anything right now - revisionist Andre Blake and "Lord Helmet" history - Ron Dayne and Tiki Barber references - playing at the same time as the Eagles - your questions, comments, and concerns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices