Episode 516: What Belongs In Ethihad Park, Where Would We Be Without NYCFC?

This is part two of our series talking with fans and friends from the first ten years of NYCFC history.

This episode focuses on two questions: what do you want to see in the NYCFC stadium? and where would you be without NYCFC?

Episode 515: Knee Deep In the Hooplah

A new NYCFC era is upon us.  We now enter the Post-David-Lee era as the former sporting director departs for the vacant position in Kansas City.  As NYCFC wrap up the 2025 season the team will do so trying to fill the key role and look to develop a roster ready to open their stadium in 2027.

This week Mike, J.R. and Mike discuss the tenure of David Lee and his legacy of player signings.  They also look back on the loss to Philadelphia Union in Chester.

Episode 514:

How do you feel as an NYCFC fan after the week they had?  They were embarrassed at home against one of the strongest teams in the league and then fought back valiantly against their cross-river rival to capture the Hudson River Trophy.

It is really a tale of opposites, but ultimately the spirits are running high as they enter the last two weeks of the season.

And to add some more sugar to the coffee, members of the media, including Blue City Radio’s own JR diBart, were given their first tour of Ethiad Park.  That’s a lot to talk about but the guys get it done and all in less than 90 minutes.

Episode 513:

There was so much going on with NYCFC last week that we did not think we could fit all of our thoughts into one episode, and we didn’t.  The guys did share some audio with NYCFC CEO, Brad Sims, as well as recap the two thrilling wins from the week that give the Boys In Blue great momentum heading into another extremely challenging week.

Episode 512:

For weeks we have been waiting for some consistency from NYCFC.  Too often their victories fooled pundits and fans alike into thinking they were a solid squad worthy of making a playoff run, only to be followed by games that made people quip if they would make the playoffs at all.

Obviously one game is not enough to sway opinions, but with the remaining six games approaching the victory in Chicago was a great start.

Listen this week as the guys breakdown the Fire victory and look ahead at the games that remain.  There is also audio from Seymour Reid, Pascal Jansen and Nico Fernandez Mercau.

Episode 511: First Memories, Player Interactions, Supporter Culture

As we watch NYCFC play it’s eleventh season in MLS we thought it would be a perfect time to capture some memories of the first ten years.  During the beginning of this season Mike Anderer sat down with some notable fans and friends to hear their stories about the growth of the team.  Featured in these episodes are Jon Sanchez, Andy Bajana, Trey Fillmore, Christian Polanco, Chelsea Socias, Gretta Fernandez, Deron Jenkins, Danny Chediak, Brenda Picinic and Karol Lamb.  

Episode 510:

Pascal Jansen did not mince words in his post game press conference following the 2-1 loss for NYCFC against last place, DC United.  He called out his team saying the “attack was not good enough”.  

Yes, DC capitalized on two key moments, but it was the lack of creativity and chances that lead to the home loss.  Remiscient of Ronny Deila’s infamous, “I’d rather win 5-4 than 1-0” quote, Jansen thinks his team should be able to score more than one goal against a team that came into Yankee Stadium with the worst goal differential in the league.

The guys take a stab at trying to make this week without a league game less depressing with their takes and comments on NYCFC.

Episode 509:

Are the other teams in MLS sleeping on NYCFC?  That was the debate happening after NYCFC walked into TQL Stadium and took three points from FC Cincinnati and helped de-throne the Supporter’s Shield leaders on Saturday night.

Mike Anderer, J.R. diBart and Mike Allen share their opposing views on the subject.  They discuss the emergence of Alonso Martinez and what that means for his value as a striker and also discuss what they feel are the top non-PK goals in club history.

Episode 508:

The weather delay on Sunday at Yankee Stadium was not as bad as the delay from August 11, 2021 but don’t tell that to the fans that waited over an hour and twenty minutes before plays late in the first half of NYCFC’s victory over Nashville SC.  

It was also the second game in a row that NYCFC players scuffled with their opponent.  This time it was Alonso Martinez running about 40 yards to come to his teammate’s defense.

This week Mike Anderer and J.R. diBart welcome Adam and Justin from Post 90 Podcast on the show to breakdown the game.

Episode 507:

NYCFC’s Leagues Cup run came to an end after a heated 2-1 loss “on the road” in Yankee Stadium to Toluca.  The game included intense moments of drama and NYCFC had their opportunities but did not capitalize on them.

This week J.R. diBart, Mike Allen and Mike Anderer review the Leagues Cup from an NYCFC perspective.  They talk about the identity of this club and their willingness to fight for each other.  And where are the signings?  Where is the help for Pascal Jansen?