Segment 2 (about 24min mark) kicks off the main discussion about Major League Soccer placing the Leagues Cup and the US Open Cup in opposition to each other.

We're also talking about Sporting KC's win over the Fire, the KC Current with two wins in the Summer Cup, and the US National Teams at the Paris Olympics.

S7:E33

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Last week was a big test to see if Sporting KC had really turned a corner.

It appears not.

The show talks about the Vancouver loss, the disappointing draw with STL, the KC Current, and the upcoming Olympics.

Plus, Thad tells us that Peter Vermes is hinting a new player could be on the way ahead of the Leagues Cup.

S7:E32

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Look what happens when the guys hired to score goals... actually do!

Two scoring droughts were ended in Sporting KC's 2-1 win over San Jose.

Have the soccer gods begun to look down upon us?

We're talking about the recent form from Voloder, Radoja, and Shelton. Plus both young wingers were deployed.

The Western Conference table isn't as tightly packed as years' past. But we search for a possible hint of a feasible idea of a potential comeback for Sporting KC this year.

Preview of Wednesday's matchup with a sneaky good Vancouver Whitecaps.

S7:E31

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Thad Bell is joined by Zachary Cobb for an episode to discuss the Open Cup win over FC Dallas. Sporting KC was fun, the evening was fun despite a lengthy weather delay.

Did it feel a bit like the old SKC?

His there a hint of momentum?

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S7:E30

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Sporting KC got a win in Game 1 of the double header this week vs FC Dallas. Zorhan Bassong saw red but is able to face them again in the Open Cup on Wednesday.

Agada giveth... and Agada taketh away.

Mike Burns has a massive task on his hands the next four years.

Busio, Davis, and Pulskamp are going to Paris for the Olympics.

KC Current's unbeaten run comes to an end because of the media game curse.

S7:E29

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It felt good to have fun at Children's Mercy Park again on Saturday night as Sporting KC turned in one of the best performances of the season with a 2-0 win over Austin FC.

Johnny Russell was on fire and Stephen Afrifa scored again. How high is the ceiling for Afrifa?

Brian Bliss was the sacrificial lamb and the new hire, on the surface, feels underwhelming at best. Is Mike Burns the sweeping change in philosophy fans have been hoping for?

Did Tim Weah take the blame, or is Gregg Berhalter's job on the line vs Uruguay?

KC Current break another record and have a massive game this weekend.

S7:E28

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Thad Bell from the Kansas City Soccer Journal is joined by Daniel Sperry from the KC Star to discuss the Kansas City Current and NWSL. The Current are fresh off from a strong win in Portland. Can this team keep getting better?

In the next segment, we discuss all the people leaving their jobs in the NWSL (and a little MLS) and the Portland punishment for a frivolous red card appeal.

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We found someone excited to talk about Sporting KC! Josh Wallace joins the show to help us cover an incredible weekend of soccer, and also talk about SKC as well.

The stats, the highlights, and the entire trip to face the Columbus Crew was a disaster. Is the team showing signs of giving up?

Is there anything Sporting KC can get out of this season? What hope do have? We discuss the state of the team and potential targets to bring in.

US Men's National Team got off to a strong start in Copa America.

Kei Kamara passes Landon Donovan.

KC Current are back on track after a big 4-1 win over the Portland Thorns.

S7:E27

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The Kansas City Current are on top of the table and are undefeated halfway through the season. There are many reasons the Current made a big turnaround from last season. A new coach, new players, and a new stadium are all reasons but one of the key reasons is Claire Hutton. She is an eighteen-year-old rookie who started the first twelve games for Kansas City and is near the top of the stats for tackles and other categories while adjusting to being a pro and seeking balance in her life.

Thad Bell from the KC Soccer Journal sat down for a short chat with the remarkable young star to discuss books, food, and more.

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Thad Bell from the Kansas City Soccer Journal is joined by Daniel Sperry from the KC Star to discuss the Kansas City Current draw with the Chicago Red Stars. Lots has happened since our last pod.

The Current dropped another late goal at home, allowing Chicago to steal points.

Vanessa DiBernardo was injured and left the game before half after a dangerous collision.

Is the goalkeeper position becoming a problem?

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