Royal Riot

Courage is a virtue, but you know what's better -- winning. Even better than winning, sweeping your competition on the season.

The Utah Royals swept the NC Courage on the season last Sunday at the RioT, adding them to the swept-up list with the Dash and Bay FC.

Join us as we laud Utah for their individual, amazing skills and their solid team play and coaching on Sunday.

We also discuss VAR rearing its head again on Sunday, and how Sean has developed a VAR intolerance similar to Brooke's. There is a cure, but P.R.O. controls the antidote.

Next match is Saturday, Oct 3rd at 2PM MDT at Lynn Family Stadium in Louisville, Kentucky. Three points will go a long way to helping to secure a home playoff match this post season. COYR!!!

Fall is here! It's time to cozy up and listen to an all new URFC edition of the Royal Riot.

In this episode, there's plenty of belly aching to satisfy the curmudgeon inside you.

Need more of a pick-me-up? Brooke and Stockton elevate the mood with their level-headed takes on the red cards at AFF last Sunday. Sean, on the other hand, he needs therapy.

Next Match is Sunday at 5PM at the RioT against The Courage. No canines allowed at this game, but that doesn't mean you can't bring the DOG ENERGY! Come make it 'ruff' for Ashley Sanchez and company to get a frickin' bone.

The conversation covers player frustration, positional challenges, contract and future concerns, coaching and leadership issues, and roster designations and player performance. It delves into the impact of these factors on the team's performance and the overall outlook for the future. The conversation delves into the challenges and expectations surrounding the team's roster, player potential, off-season changes, young talent, front office and ownership concerns, player signings and performance, MLS team performance and expectations, upcoming matches and expectations, and fan support and expectations. The discussion highlights the team's struggles, potential improvements, and the overall sentiment of the fans.

Takeaways

• Player frustration and positional challenges are impacting the team's performance.
• Contract and future concerns are affecting player motivation and performance.
• Coaching and leadership issues are contributing to the team's struggles.
• Roster designations and player performance are key factors in evaluating the team's current situation. Roster challenges and expectations
• Front office and ownership concerns

Chapters

• 00:00 Player Frustration and Positional Challenges
• 03:17 Contract and Future Concerns
• 10:44 Coaching and Leadership Issues
• 22:28 Roster Designations and Player Performance
• 33:26 Roster Challenges and Expectations
• 35:12 Player Potential and Roster Profile
• 36:35 Off-Season Roster Changes
• 37:28 Real Monarchs and Young Talent
• 38:45 Front Office and Ownership Concerns
• 40:16 Player Signings and Performance
• 46:35 MLS Team Performance and Expectations
• 50:09 Upcoming Matches and Expectations
• 59:06 Fan Support and Expectations

If you ask Mia Justice and Kaleigh Riehl what the objective on the season is -- they'll look you square in the eye and tell you it's a Championship win. And, why wouldn't they?!

Join us as we talk league news, Houston last Saturday, and as we preview the Angel City match Sunday at the RioT.

Also, Brooke and Stockton compete in a head-to-head, name that team song matchup that you don't want to miss.

Only a few home games remain on the season. Get your discounted tickets for Sunday's 'Pups At The Pitch' night using PUPS_URFC or purchase your Swig Sunday Ticket Package Deal.

Check the Royals FB for details and info.

See you Sunday at the RioT. Kickoff 5PM!

The conversation covers the recent transfer window acquisitions, the impact of injuries and roster challenges, and a detailed analysis of match recaps and team performance. It delves into the significance of new signings, the implications of player injuries, and the team's performance in recent matches.

Takeaways

• Transfer window acquisitions
• Injuries and roster challenges
• Match recaps and performance analysis

Chapters

• 00:00 Transfer Window Acquisitions
• 03:25 Injuries and Roster Challenges
• 14:18 Match Recaps and Performance Analysis

Don't you dare take your earbuds out, because midway through we have an interview with one of the highest rated left backs in the league -- scratch that -- the World!

Nuria Rábano joins us to share her background (ever heard of Barcelona? Real Sociadad? VfL Wolfsburg?). We also learn about what makes her special as a fulboler and a human.

We love Nuria!

Next up for Utah is Houston on Saturday, at Shell Energy Stadium in Houston. That match will be available via Ion. Kickoff is at 6:45 PM MDT.

Next home match is Sunday, September 20th at 5PM MDT. One of only four remaining home matches.

It's been a minute, but we had to soak in the last rays of Summer!

We're back and we're talking Utah Royals FC.

After we gab about our 3rd place Royals (a single point separates Utah and Washington), we are joined by The Swan Dive Podcast hosts Courtney and Andy, all the way from Boston, Mass.

Boston Legacy are in town Friday at the RioT. The match kicks-off at 7:30PM.

Temps will be in the high 70's as the game gets going.

Can you ask for anything more?!

The recent performance of RSL has left fans feeling demoralized and disappointed, with a sense of frustration and concern about the team's future. The signing of Taylor Booth has not instilled confidence in the fan base, leading to skepticism and uncertainty about the team's direction and potential for improvement. The conversation delves into the dynamics between the front office, coaching staff, and player performance, highlighting the impact of roster construction on team outcomes. It also explores fan perception and expectations regarding the team's performance and the role of the coaching staff in managing player performance. The conversation delves into the performance of Pablo as a coach, the impact of the front office and ownership, and the performance and recruitment of players. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by RSL and the perspectives of fans on these critical aspects of the team.

Takeaways

• RSL's recent performance has left fans feeling demoralized
• The signing of Taylor Booth has not instilled confidence in the fan base Front Office and Coaching Staff
• Roster Construction and Player Performance
• Fan Perception and Expectations Pablo's Coaching Performance
• Front Office and Ownership Impact
• Player Performance and Recruitment

Chapters

• 00:00 RSL's Recent Performance
• 18:07 Taylor Booth Signing
• 31:58 Front Office and Coaching Staff
• 43:49 Roster Construction and Player Performance
• 01:06:39 Fan Perception and Expectations
• 01:08:41 Pablo's Coaching Performance
• 01:10:12 Front Office and Ownership Impact
• 01:23:39 Player Performance and Recruitment

In this conversation, the hosts discuss the Leagues Cup and RSL's performance, the stadium atmosphere and supporter section, and player performances and contract extensions. They delve into the significance of the Leagues Cup for RSL and the challenges faced in league play. The discussion then shifts to the stadium atmosphere in Orlando, the supporter section, and the comparison with RSL's home games. Finally, the hosts talk about player performances, including a specific player's contract extension and the financial implications. The conversation delves into the impact and journey of Sergi Salons, highlighting his pivotal role in the team's success. It also explores the challenges and struggles with player rotation and management, shedding light on the need for better decision-making in this area. The conversation delves into the debate over player selection and defensive strategy, emphasizing the need for a strong defense against certain opponents. It also explores the discussion around the need for formation flexibility and potential changes to the team's formation to adapt to injuries and improve performance. Additionally, the conversation includes an evaluation of individual players' performance, strengths, and weaknesses, and their impact on the team's overall strategy and success.

Takeaways

• Leagues Cup and RSL's Performance
• Stadium Atmosphere and Supporter Section
• Player Performances and Contract Extensions Sergi Salons' impact and journey
• Struggles with player rotation and management Defensive Strategy: The debate over player selection and defensive strategy for different games, emphasizing the need for a strong defense against certain opponents.
• Formation Flexibility: The discussion around the need for formation flexibility and potential changes to the team's formation to adapt to injuries and improve performance.
• Player Evaluation: Evaluation of individual players' performance, strengths, and weaknesses, and their impact on the team's overall strategy and success.

Chapters

• 00:00 Leagues Cup and RSL's Performance
• 14:49 Stadium Atmosphere and Supporter Section
• 16:08 Player Performances and Contract Extensions
• 24:24 Sergi Salons' Impact and Journey
• 36:10 Struggles with Player Rotation and Management
• 01:01:29 Defensive Strategy and Player Selection
• 01:03:03 Formation Flexibility and Adaptation
• 01:04:04 Evaluation of Individual Players

The conversation covers the team's performance in the League's Cup, highlighting key victories and standout player performances. It also delves into the disappointment of the quarterfinal venue being moved to Colorado due to a concert, impacting the atmosphere and fan experience. The conversation covers the release of the Black Diamond kit, plans for the RSL vs. Orlando game, player performance, evaluation of Dominic Markchuk, and roster moves for the transfer window. The conversation covers a detailed game recap, Sergi's missed opportunities, Victor Olatunji's role, transfer rumors surrounding Sergi, Xavier Gozo's transfer, Colin Gutsky's loan deal, and predictions for the FC Dallas game.

Takeaways

• League's Cup success boosts team confidence
• Quarterfinal venue change disappoints fans Excitement around the release of the Black Diamond kit
• Evaluation of player performance and roster considerations
• Discussion of potential roster moves and the transfer window Sergi's missed opportunities impacted the game outcome.
• Victor Olatunji's role and performance are under scrutiny.

Chapters

• 00:00 League's Cup Performance
• 22:30 Quarterfinal Venue Disappointment
• 28:07 The Black Diamond Kit Release
• 30:10 Discussion of RSL vs. Orlando Game
• 35:31 Player Performance and Roster Considerations
• 43:31 Evaluation of Dominic Markchuk's Performance
• 50:29 Roster Moves and Transfer Window
• 51:37 Game Recap: Sergi's Performance
• 52:51 Minnesota's Equalizer
• 54:31 Sergi's Missed Opportunities
• 55:01 Victor Olatunji's Role
• 59:12 Sergi's Transfer Rumors
• 01:05:33 Xavier Gozo's Transfer
• 01:09:25 Sergi's Potential Transfer
• 01:13:50 Colin Gutsky's Loan Deal
• 01:18:45 FC Dallas Predictions