The pod brings in Clark Central High School soccer LEGEND John Haubenreich to discuss a Nashville win over Austin FC in the inaugural Battle of the Baristas, and preview the yet-to-be-nicknamed rivalry match against Atlanta United.

This is a meaty one; topics hit include:

• The effect of lifting capacity restrictions to the crowd at Nissan Stadium for the Sunday night game against Austin FC
• A gorgeous new field design
• Since you all love power rankings so much… Nashville SC supporter’s group tailgate power rankings
• Austin FC’s away fans making their presence known
• Praise for Anibal Godoy
• The mercurial talent of Jhonder Cádiz
• Is Hany Mukhtar more of a Forward than a Midfielder these days?
• #RomneyStats
• Lack of ruthlessness in taking scoring chances
• HaakenSZN approaching?
• Randall Leal’s confidence, and his affection for the club
• Gary’s guys’ good vibes, and the current positive atmosphere around our squad
• Walker Zimmerman’s USMNT prospects, and his aggressive, but focused, defensive awareness
• The end of the European top 5 leagues' seasons, and some surprising title winners
• The Adidas Primeblue kits
• Being undefeated*, and the futility of trying to "win over" soccer haters
• Where would you put the next MLS expansion team if it were up to you?

The dawgz close out with a preview of this weekend's important Atlanta-Nashville derby, and come up with a perfect name for the rivalry in the process. COYBIG.

Articles mentioned:

Ben wright’s piece digging in to Nashville’s missed chances: https://broadwaysportsmedia.com/nashville-sc-is-on-the-cusp-of-being-a-contender-but-poor-finishing-may-hold-them-back/?utm_source=the-dawgs

Michael Cox’s piece on “cat and dog” centerback classifications: https://theathletic.co.uk/1909441/2020/07/06/caglar-soyuncu-jonny-evans-leicester-city/