Soccer City

Charlotte FC has hit a fantastic stride ahead of a massive cross-conference showdown with the big orange machine. We welcome back another old friend, Mr. Lloyd Sam, who returns to CLT after a few years away to call this one for Apple. Danny and Lloyd break down the dominant win vs Atlanta, and dive into the matchup with Houston. Plus we've got a special shoutout to the Independence who are crushing it in USL and ignited the SportsPlex with 2 goals in stoppage time vs Portland Hearts of Pine. Soccer is Ascending!

Allan Saint-Maximin tore through the defense, Idan Toklomati & Liel Abada finished off the goals, Charlotte FC brought home the 3 points in front of thousands of traveling supporters, and another beautiful chapter in the history of this rivalry was written. Danny Brams listens in to the postgame commentary from Dean Smith, Abada, and young defender Will Cleary!

The Queen City vs the Kings of the South Derby has matured into a proper MLS rivalry in all facets both on and off the soccer pitch, and who better to conversate with on the eve of the next iteration than Jessica Charman, who's life and career has been intertwined with both clubs and cities for nearly a decade now, and who's been on the mic for more Charlotte FC matches than most recently.

It's a fun reunion with one of our favorites and it's always For the Crown, Baby!

John and Danny are at Middle James Brewing in Pineville for the latest episode of Soccer City! The guys ask big questions about the squad heading into the fall stretch of the 2026 MLS season. Did Zoran do enough in the transfer window? Allan Saint-Maximin has officially made his debut. Can Dean Smith get the best out of The Crown's new star? It's For the Crown, Baby!

After an unthinkable dropping of points in Toronto, Charlotte FC finds itself in a bit of emotional distress, while Dean Smith preaches patience and appreciation of the overall performance.

Apple TV's Ian Joy has had his eye on CLT more than most in the commentary ranks lately and joins Danny Brams for an assessment of the team and an evaluation of the next challenge on the slate...and in the end Ian turns tables on Danny and asks a few questions of his own.

Fun conversation, enjoy it For the Crown, Baby!

A glorious night at the fortress got off to an early start with Brandt Bronico's 1st Minute opener. Then Liel Abada tacked on a PK shortly thereafter and the rout was on. Allan Saint-Maximin made his MLS debut at halftime and looked lively, while Pep Biel finished off a wonderful team goal to cap the scoring for the Crown.

The new Designated Player is here ready for his full MLS Debut. Let's hear what he has to say!

Everything was going great, until it wasn't. Despite looking like a favorite to win the Leagues Cup for most of the tournament so far, a missed PK and a big defensive mistake saw Charlotte FC bounced from Quarterfinal Qualification. Let's talk about it with Dean Smith & Ashley Westwood!

Dean Smith & Tyler Miller talk the Crown's quest for the Cup

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at Selwyn Pub discussing all things Charlotte FC. The guys react to The Crown going 1-1-1 during MLS' 3-game window before Leagues Cup. MLS is being flooded with soccer superstars but Zoran Krneta & Dean Smith don't think Charlotte can land one. Why not? We're still waiting for Allan St. Maximin to make his club & league debut. Where is he? Should The Crown take Leagues Cup seriously or play the kids? Charlotte is a Soccer City.