Footy Soldiers

Footy Soldiers episodes:

• 11.10.2017

  FS - Nov8

  The boys wrap up the Whitecaps season as limply as the team itself. Playing sideways balls around the back while trailing 2-0 in the 85th minute. The lads also glance over a bizarre performance by TFC. And somehow, Everton...

  
• 10.31.2017

  FS - Oct31

  The lads channel their inner 17 year olds as they prepare for Halloween, after what was a SCARY attacking display by the Whitecaps Sunday. There is also derby talk, some reading assignments for #the17, and some pyrotechnics.

  
• 10.25.2017

  FS - Oct25

  The troop picks through the bones of a Whitecaps decision day loss to Portland, while looking ahead to the knockout game with San Jose. There are rumours, Salford banter, Subbuteo trash talk and even neighbourhood drama.

  
• 10.19.2017

  FS - Oct18

  The MLS season is flickering out like the Rogers Arms fire. How are #VWFC looking heading into a final week? Teddy looks for silver linings while Jolly pontificates from the Barcalounger. The Columbus Crew news is dissected...

  
• 10.04.2017

  FS - Oct4

  The lads start the best month of the year by reviewing the Caps improbable first ever win in Kansas City. A GK debate ensues, along with player of the year nominations. Then it's a 2nd half filled with...

  
• 09.29.2017

  FS - Sept29

  Our last show of September was outside! The Whitecaps big loss in Seattle is dissected on the heels of a comfy win over Colorado. There's some intriguing CPL details coming out of Saskatchewan this week, and someone is...

  
• 09.21.2017

  FS - Sept21

  The last show of summer features two Whitecaps games, including the stunning return of Kekuta Manneh. Also a preview of Colorado's arrival on the weekend, and some lineup conundrums. There's even some Whitecap reminiscing, and shockingly, some vintage nostalgia...

  
• 09.13.2017

  FS - Sept13

  The first fire-side episode of September has arrived, as the troop becomes ever more optimistic about the Whitecaps prospects. Teddy breaks down the finer points of Aly Ghazal's game, and how Nosa Igiebor may be the long awaited key...

  
• 08.30.2017

  FS - Aug29

  The chaps review a home draw with Seattle, and an away win at Orlando. The Montreal-Toronto rivalry is dissected and correspondence is reviewed. There is also mild Arsenal bashing, and a beer analogy.

  
• 08.23.2017

  FS - Aug23

  The chaps comb-over a listless loss in New England, & the Whitecap win over Houston. There's a preview of Seattle's visit to VanCity, and a pile of CPL correspondence that includes Victoria, Edmonton & Ottawa. There's even some German...

  
• 08.10.2017

  FS - Aug10

  After a mini hiatus, the troop assembles to cover 3 Whitecaps matches including the stinker with Portland, the shocker in Dallas, and a stalemate in Colorado. Also, an in depth look at Tony Tchani, and rumoured transfer target Gareth Barry....

  
• 07.21.2017

  FS - July21

  The troop gathers to mourn another Gold Cup exit, but one with hope and promise for Canada. Then it's a full half hour dedicated to a Whitecaps win in LA, where the Galaxy seem to have lost their mojo....

  
• 07.08.2017

  FS - July8

  CANADA SCORES 4! CANADA SCORES 4! The boys will break down the Gold Cup opener, fawn of the Fonz, and keep a grain of salt handy. Then it's a Whitecap mid-season report card, and in depth look...

  
• 06.23.2017

  FS - June23

  It's a first outdoor show of the season as the boys dissect a very difficult week for off field incidents involving MLS teams. There's also a look back at the 1-1 draw with FC Dallas, and maybe an inane...

  
• 06.14.2017

  FS - June14

  The lads plot a Gold Cup Parade route after Canada's friendly win over Curacao to open the Billy Batts era. The conversation then slides into national allegiance, England's remarkable week, MLS expansion theories & a quick preview of an...

  
• 06.06.2017

  FS - June6

  The troop recaps an intriguing Whitecaps contest with MLS new kids Atlanta United, before descending into yet another libation fueled nostalgia session. There is also a fleeting synopsis of the Champions League Final, and a station wagon reference.

  
• 06.01.2017

  FS - June1

  Despite June's arrival, a fire is necessary. The troop breaks down a busy week of MLS and Canadian Championship action, which included more contentious penalties and some spot-on doppelgangers. Plus, Jolly has a surprising mic-drop argument win.

  
• 05.24.2017

  FS - May24

  The troop huddles together with no fire, to recap the Canadian Championship Semi Final First Legs. There's also a look back to the Whitecaps win over Sporting Kansas City, and maybe one of the best dodgy tattoo stories you'll...

  
• 05.16.2017

  FS - May16

  Pete Ted & Prisma Jolly recap an incredible week for TFC, and some positives from a lengthy Whitecaps road trip. There's also an in-depth discussion on how CPL teams might approach their rosters and the restrictions that should be...

  
• 05.09.2017

  FS - May9

  The lads review a monumental weekend for Canadian Soccer that saw all 3 MLS teams win away from home, and the long awaited sanctioning of a new National League.

  
• 05.04.2017

  FS - Canadian Grass Roots Development Part 2

  From September of 2015 and the South Delta Soccer Jamboree, the boys brainstorm the problems and solutions of grassroots soccer development in Canada. Special guest, Kekuta Manneh of the Whitecaps who speaks on his humble beginnings in the Gambia,...

  
• 05.04.2017

  FS - Canadian Grassroots Development part 1

  From 2015, the boys try to put their fingers on why Canada has such a hard time turning a vast amount of youth players into Senior Men's success.

  
• 05.04.2017

  FS - Jason DeVos Debrief

  From 2015, our first debrief with one of Canada's great soccer exports. Leader, warrior, former broadcaster, piss-taker, and now the man entrusted with Canada's grass-roots development. From a working class home, to top class player, Jason's story will...

  
• 05.04.2017

  FS - Colin Miller Debrief

  One of the most colourful and decorated Canadian players of all time shares his wonderful story, from Hamilton to Hamilton and Rangers to the Blizzard. Colin "Spikey" Miller knows a good story, and isn't shy about telling it.

  
• 05.02.2017

  FS - May2

  The platoon has assembled at the New Rogers Arms! With a roaring fire and a year's worth of pent up feelings, Pete Ted & Jolly break down the Impact-Whitecaps and all the other Canadian news from the past week.

  
• 04.20.2017

  FS - Carl Robinson Debrief

  From Wales to Wolves, and many points in between, the story of Carl Robinson is told by the Llandrindod Wells boy himself. A friendship with Robbie Keane, and tutelage from some of the games best are included in this...

  
• 04.20.2017

  FS - Carlo Corazzin Debrief

  From sneaking into a William Azzi tryout, to hitchhiking the Italian Countryside...Carlo Corazzin's tale is as unconventional as it is absorbing. One of Canada's most prolific goalscorers will describe his first days in England, to the joys of hoisting...

  
• 04.20.2017

  FS - Nick Dasovic Debrief

  The amazing story of Vancouver boy Nick Dasovic, told by the man himself. From the sacrifices of lower league play in Croatia to the lofty heights of Scotish Football call in radio, "Daso's" story is among the best in...

  
• 04.20.2017

  FS - Canadian Premier League Special

  The lads share their thoughts on the rumoured Canadian Premier League. The possibilities, pitfalls, differentiation from other leagues, and importance of Supporter culture. From February 2016.