Russell, Gavin, David, and Beau recap round three of round one of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs

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00:00 Intro

02:52 San Diego vs. Portland: A Playoff Analysis

05:49 Minnesota's Comeback Against Seattle

08:58 Miami's Dominance Over Nashville

14:27 The Future of Miami's Roster

30:35 Roster Decisions: The Future of Walker Zimmerman

37:41 Charlotte's Home Fortress Falls: NYCFC's Counterattack

44:12 Wilfried Zaha: A Disappointing Performance

47:59 Columbus Crew vs. FC Cincinnati: Star Players and Game Dynamics

59:27 Cincinnati's Unique Sports Culture

01:00:47 Comparative Analysis of Team Management

01:02:57 The Pressure of Expectations

01:15:45 Closing Thoughts and Future Expectations

Russell and Gavin recap round two of round one of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs

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00:00 Intro

01:57 Round One Game Analysis

10:13 Vancouver's Resilience and Strategy

16:25 Upcoming Matchups and Predictions

19:45 Chicago's Struggles and Philadelphia's Strength

24:06 Penalty Shootout Psychology

30:21 Nashville vs. Miami: A Clash of Titans

34:52 Portland's Dramatic Comeback

53:26 Seattle vs. Minnesota: A Tense Showdown

57:10 Final Predictions for Game Three

Russell and Gavin react to round one of round one of the 2026 MLS Playoffs

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00:00 Intro

03:00 NYCFC's Upset Victory Over Charlotte

05:49 Playoff Scheduling Oddities

08:21 The Best of Three Playoff Format

10:58 Chicago's Dominance Over Orlando

13:57 Portland vs. RSL: A Close Encounter

16:44 Miami's Victory Over Nashville

19:25 Future Prospects for Miami and Nashville

25:20 Creative Approaches to Penalty Training

29:43 Vancouver's Dominance in Playoffs

30:41 San Diego vs. Portland: A Closer Look

32:58 The Best of Three Format Debate

35:44 Attacking Woes: Cincinnati vs. Columbus

37:28 Wilfred Nancy's Coaching Prospects

41:42 Rivalry Predictions: Cincinnati vs. Columbus

42:16 Analyzing the Matchup: Seattle vs. Minnesota

46:03 Minnesota's Defensive Strategy and Penalty Shootouts

50:35 LAFC vs. Austin: Surprising Outcomes and Player Reactions

Russell, Beau, David, and Gavin review the preseason golden boot draft and standings predictions before discussing talking points for some teams coming out of Decision Day.

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00:00 Introduction and Team Ownership Dynamics

00:49 The Impact of Lionel Messi on MLS

03:25 Golden Boot Draft Overview

06:16 Analyzing Predictions and Performance

08:58 Value Picks and Flops in the Draft

11:43 Final Thoughts and Season Wrap-Up

20:28 Predicting the Season: A Recap of Picks

23:35 Awards and Recognition: Celebrating Predictions

23:57 Analyzing Predictions: Hits and Misses

26:23 Messi's Impact: MVP Predictions and Controversies

27:36 MLS Cup Predictions: Who Will Take the Trophy?

34:34 Decision Day Drama: Surprises and Outcomes

39:41 San Diego's Historic Road Wins

40:22 Concerns for Orlando City

43:01 Toronto's Surprising Performance

45:15 Greg Berhalter's Coaching in Chicago

46:43 Atlanta's Coaching Changes

52:10 Atlanta's Future Direction

01:02:23 Nashville's Playoff Prospects

01:07:52 LAFC's Dominance in the West

01:12:31 LAFC and the Whitecaps: A New Era

01:14:41 Injury Concerns and Upset Potential

01:16:05 Playoff Predictions: Who Will Advance?

01:17:43 MLS Cup Winner Predictions

01:20:10 RSL vs. Portland: A Clash of Styles

01:21:53 Dallas vs. Vancouver: A Battle of Injuries

01:22:50 LAFC vs. Austin: The Favorites

01:22:58 Minnesota vs. Seattle: A Tough Matchup

01:24:36 Final Predictions: Who Takes the Cup?

Russell and Beau recap the last set of MLS games before Decision Day

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00:00 Intro

02:15 Referee Decisions and Controversies

05:21 Impact of Refereeing on Playoff Chances

08:14 International Break and Its Effects

09:52 Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts

10:18 Where Did It All Go Wrong?

12:34 Analyzing SKC's Downfall

15:08 LA Galaxy's Key Player Losses

17:59 St. Louis: A Case of Mismanagement

20:49 Concerns for Colorado's Future

23:51 Atlanta United's Directionless Struggles

45:21 Atlanta United's Challenges and Future Prospects

46:57 The Impact of Christian Benteke on DC United

49:26 Ownership Issues at DC United

51:42 The State of MLS and Promotion/Relegation Debate

55:24 Comparing Montreal and Toronto's Strategies

01:00:53 New England Revolution and New York Red Bulls Analysis

01:09:43 MLS Player Contracts and Team Decisions

01:12:11 Coaching Perspectives and Team Management

01:14:29 Houston Dynamo's Roster Challenges

01:16:51 Goalkeeper Decisions and Team Strategy

01:19:18 The State of MLS Coverage and Future Prospects

01:24:28 Free Agency and Team Needs for Next Season

Russell, David, Beau, and Gavin react to week 33 of the MLS regular season

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00:00 Intro

01:36 Supporters Shield vs. MLS Cup Debate

04:14 Coaching Strategies and Team Dynamics

07:07 Golden Boot Race: Messi vs. Bouanga

09:43 Surprise of the Week: St. Louis vs. Austin

12:25 Austin's Struggles and Future Prospects

29:38 NFL References and Austin's Hipster Culture

31:02 Open Cup Hangover and Nashville's Performance

33:32 Nashville's Playoff Prospects and Open Cup Impact

36:09 RSL's Impactful Win and Playoff Implications

37:19 Rivalry Trophies and MLS Traditions

41:23 Colorado Rapids' Struggles and Coaching Concerns

48:06 Darlington Nagbe's Retirement and Legacy

53:24 Sebastian Berhalter's Future and World Cup Prospects

01:02:08 Roster Decisions and Player Evaluations

01:03:10 MLS as a Competitive League

01:06:08 Player Performance and League Comparisons

01:08:44 The Unique Structure of MLS

01:09:57 League Rankings and Prestige

01:10:32 Vancouver's Scoring Streak

01:12:50 Teams in Form for Playoffs

01:14:05 Chicago's Playoff Potential

01:16:32 Impact of Injuries on Teams

01:19:19 Key Matchups Before International Break

01:20:58 Player Absences and Team Dynamics

01:23:40 Final Thoughts on MVP Candidates

Russell, Beau, and Gavin react to all the action from week 32 of MLS regular season

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00:00 Intro

02:57 Ref Cam Revelations: The Orlando vs. Cincinnati Match

05:38 Orlando's Missed Opportunities and Player Performances

08:38 Dallas vs. Portland: A Draw and Tactical Concerns

11:19 Minnesota's Struggles and Injury Impacts

13:59 RSL vs. Austin: A Trap Game Analysis

16:50 Vancouver vs. Seattle: Playoff Implications

19:32 Philadelphia's Dominance Over DC United

33:40 DC United's Uncertain Future

37:03 Surprising Results in MLS

42:20 The Hudson River Derby

53:46 Chicago Fire's Playoff Potential

01:01:23 Coaching Excellence: The Top Contenders

01:05:08 The Battle for the Supporters Shield

01:08:14 San Diego's Missed Opportunities

01:11:36 Toronto's Future: A Glimmer of Hope

01:15:02 Defensive Blunders: A Costly Mistake

Russell, Gavin, and Beau breakdown week 31 of the MLS regular season

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Chapters

00:00 Intro

04:31 LAFC's Rising Form and Key Players

09:32 Real Salt Lake's Playoff Chances

16:55 Colorado's Struggles and Coaching Concerns

22:14 Dallas' Playoff Prospects and Team Performance

27:54 Seattle's Recent Decline and Future Outlook

32:32 Seattle's Playoff Prospects

37:14 Austin's Unconventional Style

47:22 Chicago's Surprising Performance

57:47 San Jose's Struggles and Future

01:02:09 San Jose's Turnaround and Coaching Changes

01:02:58 San Diego's Missed Opportunities

01:03:55 Coaching Changes and Team Performance

01:07:43 Lightning Round: Eastern Conference Insights

01:11:22 Miami's Defensive Concerns

01:14:53 Cincinnati's Offensive Potential

01:17:17 Charlotte's Playoff Aspirations

01:22:35 Red Bulls' Playoff Streak in Jeopardy

01:24:11 Celebrating Birthdays and Surprising News

01:26:25 Skyline Chili and Culinary Curiosities

01:30:44 Soccer Stats and Player Rankings

01:34:55 Fun Food Challenges and Trivia

Russell, Gavin, and Tim Hotze recap week 30 of MLS regular season.

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00:00 Intro

00:50 Coaching Changes in MLS

05:27 Caleb Porter's Tenure and Performance

10:09 Future Coaching Opportunities in MLS

14:49 DP Center Backs: A Controversial Choice

22:19 The Evolution of Center Backs in MLS

25:33 Strategic Decisions and Future Implications

30:28 DP Dynamics and Roster Management

35:59 Surprising Match Results and Their Impact

48:12 Analyzing Game Performance and Outcomes

51:14 Game Plan Execution and Team Belief

53:55 Signature Wins and Playoff Preparation

55:54 Key Matches for Momentum

01:01:12 Building Team Confidence Through Big Wins

01:04:34 Assessing Playoff Viability

01:05:48 Eastern Conference Standings and Predictions

01:19:50 Western Conference Playoff Race

01:25:31 The Importance of Mentality in Soccer

01:29:59 Team Dynamics and Coaching Impact

01:30:37 Playoff Predictions and Team Performance

01:32:22 Roster Changes and Future Prospects

01:36:06 Recent Match Highlights and Player Performances

Gavin and Russell react to MLS' suspensions due to the Leagues Cup Final brawl before discussing the last few week's of the MLS season

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

03:26 Cultural Perspectives on Player Moves

06:14 The Impact of Saudi Arabia on MLS

09:18 Playoff Push and Surprising Teams

25:55 NYCFC vs Chicago: A Season Analysis

28:39 Surprising Teams Outside the Playoffs

29:46 The Struggles of LA Galaxy

39:14 Excitement for Upcoming Playoff Matches

47:24 Playoff Predictions and Implications

49:45 Key Matches to Watch

51:00 Charlotte's Surprising Run

55:21 Circle of Trust: Teams to Watch

58:17 Wild Card Spots and Team Performance

01:01:54 Weekend Recap and Upcoming Matches