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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back with their highly anticipated, and often controversial standings predictions ahead of the 2023 MLS season! As we all know, we never get any predictions wrong ever, so SPOILER ALERT if you are worried about finding out who finishes where. We will check back in at the end of the season to see how each of our predictions have performed. We will be covering both the eastern and western conferences in this episode, so tune in to ...

MLS new playoffs format is going to cause injuries. Does anyone like this new playoff format? Teams and players are not going to like this. We break it all down! Let us know what you think. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the 2023 MLS season just around the corner, we take a look at somewhat muted preseason but look at some big transfers and talking points, explore Mark Geiger's promotion, and share the latest chaos out of Canada Soccer.

How does this MLS club still exist?!?! MLS club values have risen an insane amount in the last few years, and even more with AppleTV+ deal. But some clubs are still trailing behind... HOW?!?! Who do you think is MLS most valuable club? Wait till you find out which MLS club has risen the most in value! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're diving into the silliest of seasons, part 2! Yes, it's the 2023 MLS offseason and we're diving into all of the confirmed trades and transfers, while also discussing all the rumors we could find. There are some really awesome names on this list, aka Evander, and we were super excited to talk about it. As there are a lot of transfers to go over and a lot of teams in the league (thanks Donny boy), we are goi...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're diving into the silliest of seasons! Yes, it's the 2023 MLS offseason and we're diving into all of the confirmed trades and transfers, while also discussing all the rumors we could find. There are some really awesome names on this list, aka Evander, and we were super excited to talk about it. As there are a lot of transfers to go over and a lot of teams in the league (thanks Donny boy), we are going to be...

With recent sales, MLS is proving they are a player in the global transfer market. Fans want to see incoming player purchases, absolutely! Owners want to see outbound player sales, obviously. Does MLS have the right balance? Let's see who has been recently sold and who we think is next. What clubs are in trouble with a lack of depth? MLS Preseason games start this week! Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans This is where we put everything we shouldn't say 😉 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt De George joins the show for the MLS Cup breakdown and postmortem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The MLS Cup Playoffs are in full swing and upsets have already taken place! Who do you think will win the whole thing? Who was the most disappointing team to get knocked out of the 2nd round? Who you got in MLS Cup? Thank you to all of our Gully Squad members, we could do this without you. I hope you guys are enjoying the exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we are back and this week we're making our final roster decisions for all teams in MLS. Seeing as how this league has a billion teams in the league, this will be a two part episode, so if your team is not in this episode, check out last week's episode for our takes. For all players with a contract expiry at the end of the season, we make our pick on whether or not we think they come back. Let us know who you think is coming back! Recorded on...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we are back and this week we're making our final roster decisions for all teams in MLS. Seeing as how this league has a billion teams in the league, this will be a two part episode, so if your team is not in this episode, stay tuned for part two coming out soon. For all players with a contract expiry at the end of the season, we make our pick on whether or not we think they come back. Let us know who you think is coming back! Recorded on: 10...

The MLS Cup Playoffs are in full swing and upsets have already taken place! Who do you think will win the whole thing? Who was the most disappointing team to get knocked out of the first round? Thank you to all of our Gully Squad members, we could do this without you. I hope you guys are enjoying the exclusive content at https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've got a big show for you this week as we take a look at the decision day results of who is in and who is out of the MLS Cup Playoffs. We share our predictions -which were recorded Friday, Oct 14th ;) About the 1hr 20 min mark, we start talking about the Sally Yates report and its implications across soccer in North America.

Once again we got to vote for the end of year MLS awards, including MLS Player Of The Year! Who is the best player in MLS? Who deserves MLS MVP? Who is in MLS First XI? We reveal who we voted for to each other for the first time! Tell us what you think of our picks. Exclusive content: https://www.patreon.com/SoccerCooligans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we are back and this week, with only a couple games left in the season, we're discussing who will make the MLS playoffs. We are going to go team by team and look at their remaining schedule to determine if they can either hold their position in a playoff spot, or will someone come and take their spot. Let us know what you think and who you think is making the playoffs! Recorded on: 9/18/2022 Let us know your thoughts and if we g...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we are back and this week we're recapping the recent summer transfer window in MLS, part 2. This will be a two part series, with half of the teams covered in this episode, and the other half covered in the previous episode. We are going to go through all of the transfers in and out for each team in MLS from this recent transfer window (and some before the transfer window that we haven't already talked about) and say whether or not the window ...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we are back and this week we're recapping the recent summer transfer window in MLS. This will be a two part series, with half of the teams covered in this episode, and the other half covered in the next episode. We are going to go through all of the transfers in and out for each team in MLS from this recent transfer window (and some before the transfer window that we haven't already talked about) and say whether or not the window was a win or...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week they're coming with a quarter season recap on MLS action thus far. As we are just about at the quarter mark for most teams, we wanted to take a look at each team and answer a few "simple" questions. We ask, 1) is the team under or over performing, 2) who has been the best player, and 3) what has been the team's biggest surprise this year. Some teams were so easy it only took about a minute to answer, others how...

After a few busy weeks of MLS action, we are finally back to review the first four game weeks of the season. We take a look through the lens of the Canadian MLS clubs and well, it's not so great.

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back to continue their series where they recap the MLS action from the previous week. This week they are recapping week 3! In their recap they will be diving into players whose stock went up this week, players whose stock went down this week, star of the week, flop of the week, best and worst team, and finally a new segment, formally called Hype Train or Dumperster Fire, where we discuss if a statement related to the season thus ...

As preparations begin for MLS 2022, we talk about some possible wrenches to a smooth start and go over all the big transfers, including some Super Draft news! We recorded earlier in the week so will be back for our Crepeau emotional processing next time.

And then there were four! Joins us as we talk all the drama, heartbreak, and golazos of the MLS Cup Playoffs. We also talk some important roster updates!

After an in house bye week, we're back with a look at how the Canadian clubs in MLS are faring, as well as the big news, including two more coaching departures. We also talk about the ongoing developments within NWSL and US Soccer.

Alexi and Mosse start off the podcast with a look at how some MLS teams are becoming talent pipelines to European clubs and why selling youth players make those teams less competitive (8:00). Then the guys recap all of the MLS news from this past week, including the new revamped Leagues Cup tournament featuring all of the Liga MX teams (24:00. Then we look at all the different storylines in the Premier League, the rest of Europe’s top leagues, and look ahead to the next round of Champion’s League games (1:07:00). Alexi answers fan questions about the USWNT, famous World Cup missed goals, and gives travel tips to a fan in #AskAlexi (1:30:20). Finally, Alexi ends the show by trying out chicken wings and giving his honest opinion on them (1:46:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This game week, we look at all the action across MLS, the Leagues Cup Final, and the new *greatly* expanded Leagues Cup format and its implications for clubs and players. We look around the league at the big winners and losers and some rare return to form for a couple of clubs. And remember, Giovinco is always watching.

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back to discuss each MLS team's most impressive, least impressive, and best player (part 2). Since the league is a never ending expansion, this will be split into 2 parts as we do not want to subdue you to 3 straight hours of hearing us talk. We will be focusing solely on the player's performances thus far in the MLS season, and when the season is done at the end of the year, we will likely revisit and make our picks again. For n...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back to discuss each MLS team's most impressive, least impressive, and best player. Since the league is a never ending expansion, this will be split into 2 parts as we do not want to subdue you to 3 straight hours of hearing us talk. We will be focusing solely on the player's performances thus far in the MLS season, and when the season is done at the end of the year, we will likely revisit and make our picks again. For now though...

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are channeling their inner bob the builder and building another team. As opposed to a draft like last time, the guys are building a team based on a random MLS team that is given to us. Our "lovely" host Andrew will be using a randomizer and giving us a random MLS team, to which we then choose a player from that team. Once a player is chosen that player cannot be picked by any of the other hosts. Who will be the ultimate squad builder...

It's hard to believe that MLS is already here, despite a historically long break. We preview the teams going into the season and talk about how so many things could change during this season, as we saw last season. We also go through all the CCL action, including some dominance by MLS clubs. And, as ever, we have some NWSL news as well.

In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys (minus one host) get ready for week 1 of the MLS season! We're so glad we can say that MLS is going to be back that soon and no better way to start it off than with a quick preview of each week 1 game. The guys give their take on what they are most looking forward to seeing for each matchup in week 1. In addition, the guys are also making more predictions, and we all know how good we are at making predictions! We'll be making our pre...

David Gass of MLS Extratime joins us to look back on a wild MLS season and we look forward to what 2021 might bring us in American soccer. Happy new year! Today's show is sponsored by Manscaped. Go to http://manscaped.com/ and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: GULLY21 #manscapedpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You're listening to the latest, lamest, and DEFINITELY LAST EPISODE OF ACES RADIO! That's right kids, we're going out on top! Well, for the team. For us, it's definitely the bottom. After lad check-in, special guest MORGAN HUGHES (#rest) joins us to recap MLS Cup. We talk roster moves, new jerseys, and answer YOUR questions of the week! Also, Mad Libs from Evonne, man balls, prediction recap (quiet, Bront), and our final sign-off. I can't believe we've done this.

The MLS Cup Playoffs are back and they are absolutely mad. Nothing makes sense. Up is down. Down is up. Refs forgot the rules to soccer. We recap the MLS Cup Playoffs of the weekend and laugh and cry about all of it. Congrats if your team won. Cry on our shoulder if your team lost. You won't find a more hilarious MLS Cup Playoffs recap, so please enjoy! Sponsored by: The Daryl Grove Commemorative Patch https://bit.ly/3nMAbCW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He was an American prodigy. The next Pelé. The savior of U.S. soccer. But he wasn’t even old enough to drive. In 2004, Freddy Adu joined MLS at 14 years old becoming the youngest pro athlete in America in 100 years. His story is a tale of talent, money, fame and futbol. Soccer journalist Grant Wahl retraces the legend of Freddy as he went from superstar to one of the biggest “what ifs,” asking, what determines who “makes it,” who “doesn’t,” and what does all of it say about us? American Prodigy is now available. Listen here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today we are joined by Calen Carr of MLS! Calen is a former player who is now a great content creator for the league. We talk about his latest project, The Movement Podcast, as the introductory episode focuses on the Black Lives Matter movement within MLS. We also discuss the latest Messi and Barcelona drama regarding the departure of Luis Suarez. Sponsors: Pick up a Cooligans face mask at Upper 90! All proceeds go to South Bronx United! https://u90soccer.com/cooligans-stay-gully-mask-163426.html Gully Squad: If you'd like to support the podcast, you can do that by joining Gully Squad at soccercooligans.com and click on the menu to join. Get access to the Gully Squad slack channel + exclusive content + the official Cooligans pin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Doyle joins us today for this first time on the tv show! We talk about what's going on with some of the teams that are struggling in MLS, and we take Matt answers a few questions from Gully Squad! Sponsors: Pick up a Cooligans face mask at Upper 90! All proceeds go to South Bronx United! https://u90soccer.com/cooligans-stay-gully-mask-163426.html Gully Squad: If you'd like to support the podcast, you can do that by joining Gully Squad at soccercooligans.com and click on the menu to join. Get access to the Gully Squad slack channel + exclusive content + the official Cooligans pin! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the conclusion of the MLS is Back tournament, the schedule has been very busy so we take you through every single MLS club, some of their recent results, and offer our thoughts about where they are and where they're going. And if that's not enough, we also catch you up on Canadian Premier League. Put the coffee on and put your feet up, there's lots to talk about!

In this very Full Episode, the guys sit down with CURRENT MLS pro Quincy Amarikwa to talk about... well everything. This is definitely a long one, but it really is worth the listen! We talk about Quincy's playing career, his own podcast show (Perfect Soccer) and the Mental Strength League, as well as the Black Players for Change within MLS. In addition to all of that, we also make sure to play "Who Am I" as we do with all our guests, and introduce a new segment "The 2 minute drill" so make su...

In the latest episode of Off the Crossbar, Matt, Kyle and Trevor talk about the return of MLS, whether any of this is a good idea (note: we do not think any of it is a good idea), and the implications of COVID-19 spread inside the MLS bubble. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Full Episode, the guys make their picks for start, bench, cut at each position on the field used in our MLS team of the decade! Some choices easier than others, but definitely plenty up for debate. Also, question of the day returns after many weeks without it, and the guys really get into this one! Have a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know! Support the show

MLS Rookie of The Year Andre Shinyashiki joins us today to share his thoughts on the upcoming MLS tournament in Orlando and to talk about his wild interaction with Zlatan Ibrahimovic after a match. We also talk about David Guetta and his attempt to defeat racism with EDM. Ways to help the Black Lives Matter movement: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Full Episode, Adam, Andrew, and Connor make their picks for who was the biggest flop for each team in MLS. There are lots of really good picks in this one and one host had a lot to say about one pick in particular during the episode that you won't want to miss! Check it out and share! Send any emails with questions or comments to: [email protected] Follow the Pod on Social Media! Website: https://thedppod.buzzsprout.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheDPPod1 Instagram: https://www...

Rosendo Mendoza is a recent graduate to the MLS having officiated his first MLS match on August 4th 2019. Rosendo joins us to talk about his career, his 2019 season that saw him officiate his first MLS match, as well as the NWSL Final and a USL Semi-Final. He shares his advice on what you can do as a referee to keep improving.

Nick and Bates return to talk about the suspension of MLS, and most of live sports, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including what teams are doing, what an eventual season would look like, soccer fans drawing strength in community and the challenge of not having the answers. Plus, Bates' FIFA journey and brainstorming what MLS quarantine content we want to see.

In this episode, Andrew, Adam, and Connor preview the Western Conference, give their end of season table predictions, round up what happened in CCL this week and give their must haves and sleeper picks for week 1 of MLS Fantasy! Have a thought, comment, question, or suggestion? Send us a message and let us know! Support the show

This week, we break down every single MLS team and where we think they will be four months into the season. We talk about the clubs that have made big moves in the off season, as well as the one's who seemed to not know they could make transfers, and of course: the clubs who are brand new.

Nick and Bates talk all the MLS action from Decision Day and reflect on the regular season that was, Carlos Vela's historic performance and how teams are shaping up heading into the playoffs.

In a weird week of 0-0 draws, we look at how things are shaping up before the playoffs. We also talk about some of the teams who won't be in the playoffs and how their fortunes look going into the off-season, as well as another week of Ibra skill, bizarre calls, and even a red card to the all time leading MLS goal scorer, Chris Wondolowski... from the bench.

From David Beckham and Wayne Rooney to Thierry Henry and Zlatan Ibrahimovic, the MLS has a habit of attracting some...

In another week of unpredictable games and results, we look at some teams that are starting to right their respective ships, and also at some MLS giants who seem to be a long way off. We talk about behaviour from players as well, including a rare moment of taking Ibra's side and of course we talk about Kaku kicking a ball at fans.