Steve Zakuani and Brad Evans are back this week for another episode of Side x Side, where the former Sounders breakdown a tough point vs Vancouver at the weekend and rank where Ruidiaz is in the Pantheon of MLS strikers. With a 4th of July matchup with the Rapids in Colorado looming, they welcome in Rapids and USMNT legend Marcelo Balboa to preview the matchup, who Sounders fans should keep an eye on, and tells us why he's so excited about this group of USMNT players.

Rog is joined by author and massive Liverpool/AFC Wimbledon fan John Green to celebrate the release of "Reborn in the USA: An Englishman's Love Letter to His Chosen Home." A discussion on books, sports and life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

- 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 played a game on Saturday night that was supposed to renew one of MLS's oldest rivalries. Instead, what they got from the San Jose Earthquakes was a team that had given up on their coach and maybe even their season. The Galaxy dispatched San Jose with the first comfortable win of the season, and we're here to talk about it. On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter discuss all the fun details of the game and why the Galaxy weren't tested -- some of that has to do with the Earthquakes. And some of that has to do with the Galaxy learning how to dispatch an opponent early. The guys will talk about the standout performance for Javier "Chicharito" Hernandez, how he was named player of the week for the third time, and why he's level with Zlatan Ibrahimovic after the first ten games of the season. Plus, Josh will break down some Galaxy stats and tell you why the Galaxy are trending in the right direction, as long as no one wants to pay attention to the 2019 season. Finally, Josh and Kevin will talk about why Samuel Grandsir might be in trouble with his "boss" and what Kevin Cabral and Grandsir were able to do against San Jose. Is the French connection starting to come together? We've got a great show ready to get through a long week that won't end until the Galaxy host Sporting KC without some of their better players. As always, we appreciate you! Thanks for the love!

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Episode #131 with Mike Servedio of the Philly Soccer Page - Union 1-0 Columbus - Jamiro Monteiro, Leon Flach, and ball movement - midfield depth chart and preferences - is the striker group good enough? - homegrown blob - getting rid of the phrase "studs up" - your questions, comments, concerns, and favorite Gin Blossoms songs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rog on the inspiration for his new book, "Reborn in the USA: An Englishman's Love Letter to His Chosen Home." Plus, a chapter from the audio book version on Rog's American Dream. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a match with its own share of controversy, Matt, Trevor and Colin (who replaces the absent Kyle) talk RSL's loss to Seattle, penalties, and what we can expect from this team after Bobby Wood's first appearance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back to talk about gold ole US of A! We are going to do a recap of the recent group of games that the USMNT has played and give our reaction to the games, performances by individual players, and general outlook for the team. In addition, as everyone has been excitedly awaiting, we make our choices for who should/will make the Gold Cup roster. Gregg we know you're listening so make sure to take out a pad and paper and take some no...

Alexi and Mosse open the show with an MLS recap to talk Austin FC’s draw in its stadium opener with hype-man Matthew McConaughey, the final game at Crew Stadium, Jakob Glesnes banger, and LAFC’s struggles. (07:08). The guys then talk Copa America, Brazil’s tournament to lose, Argentina-Brazil gap bigger than thought, Alexi’s favorite player, Englishmen/Chilean Ben Brereton’s, and Chile, Uruguay playing with veteran players through the World Cup (27:15). They discuss EURO 2020, including Italy’s impressive run, and why Mosse doesn’t think England appreciates Jadon Sancho. (43:03). In #AskAlexi, fans ask for the USMNT and USWNT player Alexi would pick, Dallas FC academy not translating to success on the field, and if the guys think USMNT will be serious World Cup contenders by 2038. (51:10). Finally, Alexi caps the show with his “One for the Road,” which nods to operating lower-division soccer teams such as the Rochester Rhinos and the newly founded Flower City Union. 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 are going to have to move on from a tough loss, and they're going to have to do it quickly! With midweek and weekend games coming fast and furious, rebounding could be the key to getting off on the right foot for a brutal stretch of games that won't stop coming! On today's show, hosts Josh Guesman and Kevin Baxter want to take you through the busy road ahead for the Galaxy and talk about why the team should be frustrated after a loss to the Seattle Sounders on Saturday night! Josh and Kevin will start by recounting their experience at the stadium and why nothing beats having fans in the stands and getting to say hi to so many people. But then it's on to evaluating how the Galaxy played against Seattle. There's detailed talk about the formation Vanney was playing and why things didn't quite work out the way the club wanted. But there are some positives as well. And if you lump everything together, what are you left with? The guys will give you updates on Raveloson and Jonathan dos Santos and talk about the injury to Dan Steres and why it comes at a crucial time. Plus, if the Galaxy wanted to see Kevin Cabral take a step forward, Saturday night wasn't that night. But along the way, the guys will update you on standings, talk about Sebastian Lletget, Jonathan Bond, Julian Araujo, and the upcoming Gold Cup, and how many players the team things will be leaving them. Josh and Kevin will also get you ready for the game against the Vancouver Whitecaps and why it's the most winnable game of the next two, but certainly not a lock. Would a draw be good enough? It's a packed show full of Galaxy talk and opinion! And we're glad you chose us to get you through a bunch of rapid-fire games!