Inside The Crew

Neil and Jordan recap the regular season as No. 3 Columbus Crew SC looks to take advantage of a near-two-week break before hosting No. 6 New York Red Bulls on Nov. 21 at MAPFRE Stadium (0:06). Next, The Athletic's Paul Tenorio joins to discuss the U.S. Men's National Team's roster and upcoming schedule during the November FIFA break (13:17). Then, the Crew's Spanish radio voice, Juan Valladares, comes on to discuss his decade-long tenure with Columbus Crew SC and what's stood out this year (24:20). Lastly, Neil and Jordan put a bow on the show with some remaining answers to supporters' questions (29:10).

Forward Krisztian Nemeth scored his first Crew goal in his home debut with the Black & Gold on Sunday vs. Philadelphia, as the Hungarian international joins Neil & Jordan to talk about his transition to Columbus, and if he should continue playing soccer or focus on his hobbies of handball and tennis (2:16). Next, Ali Krieger of Orlando City SC's broadcast team calls in to discuss Wednesday's match (17:06). Lastly, Dan Gargan, who covers Atlanta United for FOX Sports, makes an appearance to discuss the Crew's 2020 Decision Day opponent slated for Sunday, Nov. 8 at MAPFRE Stadium (27:00)

Defender Aboubacar Keita makes it a hat-trick with his third appearance on Inside The Crew (3:46). Next, D.C. United's Dave Johnson joins to preview Wednesday's match (13:58) before Philadelphia-based sportscaster JP Dellacamera calls in to discuss this Sunday's home match vs. the Philadelphia Union (23:59).

Derrick Etienne Jr. spoke about the competitiveness growing up in a soccer-centric household and the Crew's response to some late-season adversity (3:09). Next, Houston-based broadcaster, Matt Peterson, previews the Crew's final Western Conference match of the regular season at Houston on Oct. 24 (15:25). Lastly, Twitter Mailbag is BACK! (26:15).

Neil and Jordan speak with Kelvin Jones, who was recently promoted to Director of Crew SC Academy (3:32). Next, Steve Davis calls in to talk about Saturday's match in Dallas (15:00). Finally, it's time for some Twitter Q&A (24:46).

Pete McGinty didn't know what he didn't know when he first spoke to Morgan Hughes about the #SaveTheCrew movement, and he immediately became fascinated by it. The rest is history, as McGinty discusses his latest book, "Accidental Heroes: The Grassroots Movement that Helped Save the Columbus Crew" (27:19). But first! Newcomer Grant Lillard comes on to discuss his background and pathway to Columbus, from a kid growing up in the Southwest to trying out for the Chicago Fire Academy in the snow, to meeting "Becks" and now coming to a contender in Columbus (2:34). After that, it's a CLBvNSH preview with Nashville TV analyst and former MLS player Jamie Watson (16:22).

Midfielder Emmanuel Boateng joins the show to discuss his upbringing in Ghana and living in the United States (3:01); Next, MLS & USMNT legend -- and now an analyst for Chicago Fire FC -- Tony Meola joins the show to preview Saturday's match at Soldier Field (14:29); And with power comes great responsibility as Neil & Jordan take an influx of Twitter questions (25:45).

It's an Eastern Conference barn-burner against two of MLS's best teams, with the Crew's defense prepping for a red-hot Philly offense (15:15). BUT FIRST! Crew newcomer Fatai Alashe makes his show debut in the opening segment to discuss his path as a Midwesterner from Michigan State University to Columbus and everything in between (2:31). Finally, something insightful Twitter Q&A once again from Neil and Jordan as we go into the midpoint of this Phase 1 return-to-play schedule.

Neil & Jordan come into the show with A LOT to talk about. They start with the reaction to the Crew's 1-0 loss -- the team's first of 2020. Then the duo looks at what they saw on the field and what factors played into the result with insight from TV host & sideline reporter Brett Hiltbrand (1:22). Next, FC Cincinnati TV play-by-play commentator Tom Gelehrter joins the show as they fully breakdown Saturday's upcoming #HellisReal match at Nippert Stadium (14:36). Lastly, Neil & Jordan explain why NYCFC's nickname is "The Pigeons," along with other important insights as part of some Twitter Q&A to wrap up the show (26:12).

The Crew is off to the best start in Club history and Chicago Fire FC is next up on Aug. 20. First, defender Harrison Afful calls in to talk about the team's recent run (3:31). After that, Tyler Terens of Chicago Fire FC's broadcast team jumps on to preview #CLBvCHI (14:46). Lastly, Neil & Jordan take to Twitter for some Q&A (25:28).