Charlotte Soccer Show

After DannyBrams needled Dean Smith about Charlotte FC's "boring" play during a 3-match losing streak, The Crown responded in a big way with a 4-0 thrashing of the New England Revoluition that has bouyed playoff position and restored some hope for a potential postseason run in the QC.

We l talk that match plus the Brandt Bronico Beds For Kids Fundraiser that turned out to be a hell of a party, and look ahead a bit to an away day against InterMessi and crew that should be a vital measuring stick for where this club actually is with just four matches left in the regularseason.

It's For the Crown, Baby!

It's been a drought of episodes for this show and a drought of points for Charlotte FC...we may not be able to fix the latter but the former has at least been cured for now as Hayes & Brams get back on the mics to talk about where The Crown stands with just 5 matches left in the season and the club free-falling down the league table.

We react to Dean Smith's pre-New England press conference and break down some of the changes he made against Orlando in midweek which sadly failed to produce the desired result...is it too late for this club to make some playoff magic or will they shake off these doldrums and start peaking at the perfect time? It's for the Crown, Baby!

Great sitdown with Nathan Byrne as Charlotte FC enters the stretch run of the 2024 MLS Season with all eyes on the playoffs. We talk about the Crown's stalwart defensive record, incorporating Tim Ream into the fold, and how the team can improve it's often woeful offense...plus we find out his favorite American food delivery service, and why his son is pushing for Nathan to get his first MLS goal before the season is over. Enjoy!

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at Belfast Mill! Stengs Transfer Falls Thru / Almiron Negotiations Implode...how much responsibility does Zoran bear for this? Pep Biel Emergency Loan Deal...what do we expect? Leagues Cup reaches Semifinal stage...does anyone care? Charlotte FC returns to action Saturday vs Red Bulls... the start of 9 game runout to the season...how many pts do we project from the 27 possible? Plus, the Carolina Ascent Debuts with great fanfare and three points.

Football is back!! Doubters were circling near the end of the window but Charlotte FC appears to have defied the odds by bringing in a new record signing just before the deadline, Creative Attacking Mid Calvin Stengs from Feyenoord Rotterdam. Stengs projects as a transformational signing For The Crown, potentially one of the best players in MLS as the league hits its homestretch...and he may not be the only signing in store! A shock move for Miguel Almiron is also rumored, one which would not only shoot Charlotte FC into the talent stratosphere, but also would break the hearts of whatever fans Atlanta United has left.

Johnny & Brams are here to break it all down, plus put this news in context of all the amazing things happening across this Soccer City. The Independence are top of the league and fighting for glory in the Jaeger Cup, and the Ascent are preparing for a launch that will elevate women's soccer to heights never seen before in the Queen City. It's all happening, folks, and there has literally never been a better time to be a fan of the beautiful game in this town. Buy the Ticket, Take the Ride...we promise you will never regret it. For the Crown, For the Jacks, and For the Climb, BABY!

John and Danny discuss Fulham legend Tim Ream signing with Charlotte FC. Is this the "big name" signing the club promised or will we see another impact incoming in the next three weeks before the transfer window closes? Plus, TFOS questions!

Danny Brams is back from The ATX to share some Away Day storytelling with John Hayes, surrounding the Crown's 2-2 draw vs the Verdes. From the pregame parties to the friendly Austin fans to spreading the gospel of Bronico, it's all here!

We'll also talk some Leagues Cup significance and address recent transfer rumors about a new U-22 Initiative signing reportedly heading to Charlotte...It's for the Crown, Baby!

John Hayes and Daniel Brackett recap Charlotte FC's performance on the road vs. Cincy, Columbus and Austin. Earning five points out of nine is a massive success. Karol Swiderski marked his return with a PK goal. The 2024 Leagues Cup kicks off Saturday at Philly. It's For The Crown, baby!

King Karol is back in the QC. John and Danny discuss how it happened and react to the news. It's COPA semi-final matchday, and HopFly Brewing Company's vibe is immaculate. Two special guests join the show to talk about the transfer window and more. Plus, a preview of Saturday night's match at Cincinnati.

And now for something a little different...

To preview the midweek match against Messi-less Miami, Danny Brams joined Daniel & Kris from the Battered Herons Inter Miami Podcast for some banter, some good drinks, and some breakdowns on everything from the matchup to boy bands to shopping cart techniques.

This one gets a little crazy y'all and it was so much fun we had to share it with the TFOS...these Miami boys were none to happy with some of the smoke that Danny was bringing, enjoy!