Soccer 101 STL: A St. Louis City SC Podcast

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Welcome to Soccer 101 STL, the safe space for Saint Louis to learn about soccer. Join Moon Valjean and Matthew Rocchio for a weekly conversation to help educate you about the game of soccer, MLS and St. Louis CITY SC with some help from our friends in the game.

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Soccer 101 STL: A St. Louis City SC Podcast episodes:

05.03.2024
Why Does the MLS Like to Confuse Us So Much?
Moon & Rocchio are from a bye week of their own to break down a ton of news that has happened over the last ~10 days including: Big Sam is back on the training field with CITY, Celio Pompeu's well-deserved...
04.18.2024
CITY Returns to Scoring & Winning + Big Sam in Big Trouble?
Moon & Rocchio are back for a mid-week episode of Soccer 101 after a big win on Sunday and some NEWS on Tuesday--so what exactly is going on with Big Sam? Breaking down the biggest takeaways from the 1-0 over...
04.11.2024
A Lack of Finishing is Better Than a Lack of Defending + Unknowns vs. Austin
Moon & Rocchio are back to break down ANOTHER draw for STL CITY SC--this time a scoreless one--and dive back into last weeks big question: what's the big issue for CITY in '24? Rocc is still focused entirely on the...
04.09.2024
Special Interview with Rizz from 105.7 The Point on His First CITYPARK Experience
Scott Rizuto, the eponymous "Rizz" from 105.7 The Point's "The Rizzuto Show" , joins Moon for a special interview episode of Soccer 101 to talk about what it was like for a baseball junky to get into soccer, how Moon...
04.03.2024
Missed Calls in Utah + Defense vs. Creation: What's Holding CITY Back in 2024?
Moon & Rocchio are back after a little break to talk about the last two matches for CITY as they drew 2-2 with DC United & lost their first game of the season 3-1 @ Real Salt Lake, a big...
03.15.2024
Differing Opinions on a Draw in Austin, Löwen's Injury & If CITY Can Unlock Their Offense in LA
Moon & Rocchio are back to break down their takeaways from CITY's 2-2 draw in Austin, Rocchio is focusing on the improved play in possession and against a set defense, Moon won't let anyone forget that CITY just allowed two...
03.08.2024
CITY's Gem vs. NYCFC, A Win-able match in Austin + US Open, Ref Strike & CCC Quick Hits
Moon & Rocchio are back for a big episode of Soccer 101 as they break down a huge 2-0 win over NYCFC, how the press was easily the biggest takeaway from the game, giving credit to Adeniran & Celio for...
03.02.2024
What Happened in Houston, CITY's Schematic Identity & Another US Open Cup Opinion
Moon & Rocchio break down a number of questions and observations from two unremarkable games against Real Salt Lake and Dynamo, what's going on with the CITY high-press, how the backline questions are starting to rack up, a strong showing...
02.23.2024
Lutz Makes it a Six-Year Plan, Reacting to the W vs. Dynamo & Look ahead at Real Salt Lake
Moon & Rocchio are back for another week to break down the big news from today as Lutz Pfannenstiel signed an extension with CITY through 2026, what this extensions says about Lutz & CITY's goals going forward, a big Leg...
02.16.2024
Final Preseason Thoughts, Champions Cup & CXO Matt Sebek Reveal CITY's Newest Kit
Moon & Rocchio are back for the final episode before the season officially kicks off and it's packed! Breaking down some final thoughts from the preseason, final position battles, which of the attacking players has made the biggest jump, why...
02.09.2024
Reacting to Friendlies #2+3, The Growth of CITY+MLS & More Pro-Fan Announcements
Moon & Rocchio are back for another episode of Soccer 101 to break down two more freindly results for St. Louis CITY over in California, the biggest things jumping out from those games, why Rocchio is so pumped by the...
02.01.2024
Carnell's Extension, Replacing Niko From Within & Preseason Updates
Moon & Rocc are back for another episode of Soccer 101 talking about all the news coming out of STL CITY SC Training Camp & Preseason! Bradley Carnell has a new contract, the CITY Front Office laid out the plans...
01.24.2024
Breaking Down CITY's Offseason Moves, Looking Forward at the Schedule & News from Around MLS Camps
Moon & Rocc are back for another season of "Soccer 101" as we are officially less than one month away from CITY returning to CITYPARK for a home match on February 20th. Moon & Rocc broke down their thoughts on...
12.12.2023
MLS Cup Reactions, Offseason Expectations (On & Off-field) & STL Soccer Around the USA
Moon & Rocc are back to close out the first season of "Soccer 101" following this weekend's conclusion of the MLS Cup to break down their reaction to the first ever MLS season that involved STL CITY SC, expectations for...
11.27.2023
MLS Cup Playoff Look-In (with a little schadenfreude on the side)
Moon & Rocchio are back after the international break just like the MLS Cup Playoffs to breakdown the Eastern & Western conference semi-finals, their favorites in this weekend's conference final matchups, definitely not enjoying the SKC loss too much, an...
11.10.2023
First Offseason Thoughts + A Salve For Our Wounds
Following a disappointing sweep out of the playoffs at the hands of CITY's rival, Sporting KC, Moon & Rocchio are back to break down their thoughts from game two, how this loss affects or changes their view of the season,...
11.02.2023
What Went Wrong on Sunday & Can CITY Force a Game 3?
Moon & Rocc are back to break down what went wrong in Sunday's 4-1 drubbing at the hands of Sporting KC, why the play of CITY baffled both Rocc & Carnell, a new word of the day on the podcast...
10.27.2023
The Rivalry Returns to CITYPARK!
Moon & Rocchio are back before this weekend's historic first-ever playoff match for STL CITY SC to bring you a little international news, CITY end of season award finalists, how Löwen won Moon over, how the MLS fell back in...
10.20.2023
'Decision Day' Playoff Scenarios, Adeniran on 101 & Money Won't Buy Wins in MLS
Moon & Rocchio are back as CITY is set to finish up their regular season slate in just a few days to break down every single angle & scenario on "Decision Day" that could affect CITY's league standings and the...
10.11.2023
Playoff Spots are Up for Grabs + Time to Scoreboard Watch
Moon & Rocchio are back to break down all the happenings around a busy MLS despite all the quiet around CITY. We still have another 10 days before the next CITY match, but PLENTY is happening all around the league....
09.29.2023
MLS Playoff Rundown & 'Derby-Que' Round 3
Moon & Rocchio are back after a big 2-1 comeback win over MUFC to talk about the big play from Klauss and the Goal of the Week from Blom, CITY continuing to impress everyone with their depth, if CITY could...
09.21.2023
Soccer 101 - Some Draws Are Wins, I Guess?
Moon & Rocchio are back for another episode of Soccer 101, this time covering two games as CITY notches two draws in the span on five days with a 1-1 ties in Houston and the first scoreless tie in CITY...
09.15.2023
Can CITY SC overcome their away trouble against DYNAMO's defense?
Welcome back to Soccer 101 STL! Some BIG changes this episode as Moon Valjean is joined by 101 ESPN's Matthew Rocchio to begin another era in St. Louis soccer. Moon welcomes Rocchio to the show, a quick discussion on which...
06.15.2023
Head Coach Bradley Carnell Hangs With The Show
We speak with STL CITY SC Head Coach Bradley Carnell. We talk all things CITY, who's best at ping pong and the internal competition on the training grounds. Of course we asked him about Messi coming to the MLS as...
06.07.2023
Messi Heads To MLS!
Messi announces his plans. Stl CITY SC resumes a match in Dallas and what do all the codes in the table mean? Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show...
05.20.2023
Matt Sebek On The Rizzuto Show Talks Rivalry Week
Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and is a multiplatinum artist, musician and producer with @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags. Be sure and listen to Michelle on ESPN radio...
05.02.2023
CITY's Captain ROMAN BÜRKI Tells Us "It's Just A Game"
Moon and Michelle review St Louis CITY Sc's last match then speak with man himself... YOUR CITY SC CAPTAIN ROMAN BÜRKI! We get into his biggest surprise coming to the MLS and what he does psychologically to get over any...
04.27.2023
CITY Sets Another Record And Is Firmino Coming To CITY?
Moon and Michelle wrap up 2 CITY matches, discuss the 4-4-2 and HOLY SMOKES IS FIRMINO COMING TO STL CITY SC?? Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and...
04.20.2023
CITY Dominates Cincy and Clean Sheets
Moon and Michelle wrap up Moon's experience at CITY PARK after some crazy storms while St Louis CITY SC dominates FC Cincinnati and go atop the Supporter's Sheild Standings. Clean Sheet is the word of the week and...
04.07.2023
Players Numbers Futsal And City Heads To Seattle
Moon and Michelle preview St Louis CITY Sc's trip to Seattle as they battle for the WEST! Futsal is the word of the week and we talk about the significance of the numbers on players jerseys. Follow Moon and Michelle on...
03.20.2023
CITY Makes History And One Of Us Apologizes As We Celebrate
Moon and Michelle review St Louis CITY Sc's RECORD BREAKING 4TH WIN! Friend of the show NIKO GIOACCHINI scores! A big apology and lots of celebration Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard...
03.15.2023
CITY Wins 3 And Is Niko Gioacchini Our "Talisman?"
Moon and Michelle review St Louis CITY Sc's winning matchday 3. Talisman is the word of the week and an incredible interview with CITY's Forward NIKO GIOACCHINI! Our number 11 shares his history from being born in Kansas City MO...
03.08.2023
CITY Wins Again. What Is A Brace And Emails
Moon and Michelle break down MLS Match day 2 for STL CITY SC. Moon's experience at CITY PARK for the Home Opener. The Word of the Week is BRACE so we discover it's meaning and history and we take some...
02.27.2023
Breaking Down The Opening Match Ted Lasso and Roy Kent Style
St. Louis CITY SC is UNDEFEATED! Moon and Michelle break down the match Ted Lasso and Roy Kent style. Welcome to Soccer 101, the safe space for St. Louis to learn about soccer. Join Moon Valjean and Michelle Smallmon for...
02.24.2023
Preparing For The MLS Opening Weekend
Michelle and Moon prepare for the MLS season opening weekend! Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and his bands @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags Learn more about your ad choices....
02.09.2023
Focusing On Some Starters
Michelle and Moon focus on STL CITY FC's Burki, Klauss and Parker. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show @RizzShow and his bands @GreekFire @GoldfingerMusic @TheTeenageDbags Learn more about your...
02.02.2023
Substitution Changes And Coach Bradley Carnell
Michelle and Moon get into the history of substitutions and recent changes. Michelle interviews Coach Carnell as the season is upon us! Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The Rizzuto Show...
01.12.2023
Michelle Tours City Park And The MLS Trophies
Michelle and Moon get into which sport's trophies are cool and which one suck. Michelle finally tours City Park and rates it. Ronaldo sold one of his Ballon d'Ors. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can...
12.20.2022
World Cup Final Review and Top 3 Takeaways
Check out the SOCCER 101 Podcast... Michelle Smallmon and Moon Valjean from The Rizz Show review one of the most exceptional games in soccer history, the 2022 World Cup final, and follow it up with their TOP 3 Takeaways from...
12.15.2022
Michelle Earned A Ton Of Yellow Cards And Moon Goes Messi
Michelle and Moon get into the World Cup in anticipation for the weekend's FINAL! Moon switches to team Messi but is rooting for France and Michelle admits to earning a littering of Yellow Cards during her soccer career. Our hosts...
12.06.2022
USA World Cup CONCACAF And Kudos To Tyler Adams
Michelle and Moon get into the US Men's National Team's World Cup run, the amazing ratings in St. Louis and some email questions about CONCACAF. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on...
11.24.2022
What's VAR? CITYPARK Jerseys World Cup And Ronaldo Drama
Michelle and Moon get into the inaugural match at City Park, the release of the new STL CITY SC jersey, World Cup excitement and the Cristiano Ronaldo drama. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also...
11.15.2022
Lutz Pfannenstiel Explains The Draft Selections
Michelle and Moon were joined by ST. LOUIS CITY SC SPORTING DIRECTOR and German soccer legend Lutz Pfannenstiel (pronounced LOOTZ FAN-EN-SHEEL) as he breaks down each selection CITY SC made during the expansion draft. He talks in detail about each...
11.09.2022
Stoppage Time PKS And The MLS Expansion Draft
Michelle and Moon explain what regulation, stoppage and extra time are and how PKS work. The MLS has a new champ and what to expect from the upcoming expansion draft for ST LOUIS CITY SC! Follow Moon and Michelle on...
10.31.2022
Emails: Broadcast Rumors, Jerseys And Formation Basics
Michelle and Moon read a few emails about where the games will be broadcast, anticipation for the jersey announcements and some basic player formations. Follow Moon and Michelle on all socials @MoonValjeanHere @msmallmon. Moon can also be heard on The...
10.25.2022
Soccer 101 - St. Louis Loves Our Food And Music
Michelle and Moon get into some of the food reveals at the new Centene Stadium, Moon’s latest tour through, some of the info he picked up while there, and a glimpse into the crossover of the STL’s musical roots and...
10.18.2022
Soccer 101 - Inaugural Episode
Welcome to Soccer 101, the safe space for St. Louis to learn about soccer. Join Moon Valjean and Michelle Smallmon for a weekly conversation as they help educate you about the game of soccer, MLS and St. Louis CITY SC...