Pep Biel does it again! John Hayes and Danny Brams react to Charlotte FC's 3-0 win over San Diego where Nick Scardina made his MLS debut.

We hear from Patrick Agyemang, Dean Smith & more. Do people realize how good Wilfried Zaha is playing? We debate.

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One of our faves, Ross Smith returns to the show ahead of his assignment in the booth calling San Diego FC at Charlotte FC this weekend.

Ross freely admits that SDFC are his "2nd team" to keep an eye on each Saturday as their attractive soccer has made him an instant fan of the expansion squad.

He breaks down the opponents Dean Smith will need to nullify if the Crown is going to keep its recent home win streak going.

Plus:

-Pep Biel for MVP

-Backline Injury Issues

-Showdown Series looms with Columbus Crew

It's for the Crown, Baby!

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John and Danny discuss the importance of Pep Biel's first half goal in Montreal. Dean Smith set up the team in a 4-2-3-1 and it got The Crown a clean sheet and its first road win of the season. Adilson Malanda was named man of the match but the guys agree it should have went to Kristijan Kahlina. Charlotte FC now sits 3rd on the MLS table. Is the early season success a sign that this team will compete for the Supporters Shield or is it smoke and mirrors? It's For the Crown, baby. #charlottefc #mlssoccer #mls

In a historic first for the show, we've got a guest talking Charlotte FC from the back of an Uber!

Renowned commentator Callum Williams will call the Crown's match in Montreal Saturday, he joins Danny Brams for some thoughts on how to replace the injured Wilfried Zaha, why Patrick's Agyemang's impact goes well beyond goal scoring, and how Charlotte's Pepas pregame ritual compares to the Wonderwall postgame singalong in Minnesota where Callum once called home.

Williams also shares some inside knowledge on Dean Smith's local pub back in Birmingham, England.

It's a little bit of everything in a quick-hitting episode, and it's always For the Crown, Baby!

80 minutes of torture followed by 10 minutes of bliss...we wouldn't have it any other way! Charlotte FC left it late vs Nashville but turned the scoreline around and won their 7th straight match at home with a 2-1 result.

John & Danny are here to sing the praises of Idan Toklomati, Pep Biel & Wilfried Zaha (among others!). We'll also ponder if Dean Smith got things wrong with his lineup selection and early tactics, plus look at the opportunity The Crown now has to truly join the MLS elite.

It's the kinda show that'll make you pour some bourbon in your coffee, and it's For the Crown, Baby!

The Crown was riding high into Colorado and looking to dominate on the road and establish themselves as a true MLS contender, but instead the sputtered, wasted some good chances, and then conceded a crackerjack counterattack and a questionable penalty, and that was that.

John & Danny break down just how big of a setback this was for Charlotte FC's fortunes in the big picture of the season, dig into why road matches continue to be such a problem for the club, and speculate on whether a dip in form by Adilson Malanda is a sign of deeper issues.

It's an upbeat take on a downbeat day...it's For the Crown, Baby!

Charlotte FC is off to strongest start in club history after putting San Jose to the sword in a 4-1 home thrashing. John & Danny break down the goals and add perspective from the Gaffer, the Captain, and the local legend who says after this win "Hell Yeah we can challenge for a league title!"

The Doumbia Debut, The Toklomati Takeover, Pep in the Pocket, Westwood's Nosebleed, Dad Strength Meeting Composure, Classic Kerwin, and Wilfried Zaha dancing all over the pitch...it's ALL here to be recaptured in this can't miss episode. And we even throw in a little USMNT Agyemang for good measure.

It's for the Crown, Baby!*

Danny Brams & Kevin Egan discuss the fun of hosting shows that have become appointment television for MLS fans (and why everyone hates the New York Red Bulls). Kevin fills us in on some key changes to the Apple MLS Season Pass presentation of the league, why Charlotte FC has a great chance to build on early-season success, and where Dean Smith ranks among the best coaches in the league. We even found a few extra minutes to preview this weekend's Charlotte vs San Jose match, touch on why Kevin still favors Messi for 2025 MLS MVP, and dig into his roots in Gaelic Football and other GAA games. Slainte! It's For the Crown, Baby!

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VY8AABd5OK0

Liel Abada and Patrick Agyemang open their 2025 accounts against rival Cincinnati. John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss the performance and celebrate another Kristijan Kahlina clean sheet. Plus, FC matches are now available locally on TV 64 & artificial turf at The Fortress is still a sight for sore eyes.

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Lk9zuSliWvU

After a hugely disappointing loss at Miami with Lionel Messi on the bench, John & Danny ponder the question: Is it actually tougher to beat 10-men??

We break down the red card, the goal, the missed chances, and the postgame commentary. We'll also dig into some of the big money stories surrounding why Messi isn't playing, and why some MLS GMs are starting to regret the Apple TV deal...plus: is there a new (loanee) signing on the Charlotte FC horizon??

It's for the Crown, Baby!

WATCH this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=380w3dH6hI0