In this episode, we recap every game from round 1, giving our thoughts on the best performers and some post mortems on those whose seasons ended without a trophy! Who has the best chance of moving on from round 2?!

Recorded on: 11/10/25

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
3:22 - PHIvCHI
9:58 - CLTvNYC
17:56 - MIAvNSH
27:48 - FCCvCLB
33:40 - VANvFCD
40:53 - LAFCvATX
49:12 - MINvSEA
1:01:05 - SDvPOR


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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're catching up on some recent MLS news with a focus again on the coaching side. This week we're going to be talking about some coaching hires, specifically Tata Martino to Atlanta again, as well as Marko Mitrovic to New England for his first ever senior head coach role. Lastly, we give a little shoutout to the RBNY 2 boys for their success in MLS Next Pro. Let us know your thoughts!

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #luissuarez #leaguescup

Recorded on: 11/9/2025
 
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In this episode, the boys are back to chat about what went wrong with DC United to cause them to miss the playoffs in 2025!

Recorded on: 10/25/2025

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 

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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're catching up on some recent MLS news with a focus on the coaching and front office side. This week we're going to be talking about Chris Armas out in Colorado, followed by a duo out at Red Bull in coach Sandro Schwarz and Director of Football Jochen Schneider. Next we talk about Corey Wray off to St Louis as their new Sporting Director. Lastly, we discuss the use of AI in the sport, specifically in coaching. Let us know your thoughts!

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #luissuarez #leaguescup

Recorded on: 11/1/2025
 
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In this episode, we are joined by Ivan from Tectonic Takes to chat about what went wrong with the San Jose Earthquakes to cause them to miss the playoffs in 2025!

Recorded on: 10/18/25

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
2:54 - Defensive Nightmares
12:26 - Late Season Breakdowns
18:16 -Home Form 
22:09 - What Must Improve In 2026?

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In this episode, we are joined by Juan from Box State Footy to chat about what went wrong with the Colorado Rapids to cause them to miss the playoffs in 2025!

Recorded on: 10/18/25

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
3:14 - Djordje Mihailovic
5:04 - Limping to the Finish
8:24 - Chris Armas Tactic and Roster Construction
14:04 - Lack of finishing ability
15:56 - Inability to hold a lead
18:21 - What Needs To Improve?

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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're catching up on some recent MLS news. This week we're going to be talking about Ronny Deila out in Atlanta, followed by Marco Donadel announced as the permanent new head coach in Monteal. Next we talk about Chris Armas press conference crash out on Matt Pollard and the Burgundy Wave. Lastly, we discuss the MLS Cup Playoffs being available to all Appletv users. Let us know your thoughts!

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #luissuarez #leaguescup

Recorded on: 10/25/2025
 
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In this episode, we sit down to give a preview and our predictions of the first round of the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs!

Recorded on: 10/23/25

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
1:22 - PHIvCHI
6:23 - CLTvNYC
11:36 - MIAvNSH
16:28 - FCCvCLB
20:28 - SDvPOR
24:11 - MINvSEA
29:54 - LAFCvATX
33:04 - VANvFCD


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In this episode, we are joined by Mark from Seeing Red to chat about what went wrong with the New York Red Bulls to cause them to miss the playoffs in 2025!

Recorded on: 10/13/25

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #USMNT #GoldCup #WorldCup #LeaguesCup 

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
1:58 - Lack of supporting cast
5:32 - Coaching decisions
10:20 - Inconsistent Play and Lack of Maturity
12:24 - Awful away from home
15:55 - What Must Improve In 2026?

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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're giving our flowers to many recent retirement announcements from guys in MLS including some absolute legends such as Jordi Alba, Sergio Busquets, and Darlington Nagbe. We will recap their entire career, including what they have meant to their teams, to MLS, and to the sport. Let us know your thoughts!

#MLS #MLSCup #mlscupplayoffs #ATLUTD #atlantaunited #austinfc #charlottefc #forthecrown #cf97 #chicagofire #fccincinnati #fcc #allforcincy #coloradorapids #rapids96 #columbuscrew #crew96 #dcu #dcunited #fcdallas #dtid #houstondynamo #holditdown #sportingkc #skc #lagalaxy #losangeles #lafc #intermiami #intermiamicf #messi #lionelmessi #minnesotaunited #mnufc #legionofloons #cfmtl #cfmontreal #nashvillesc #everyonen #newenglandrevolution #nerevs #newyorkredbulls #rbny #NYCFC #newyorkcity #orlandocity #orlandocitysc #philadelphiaunion #DOOP #portlandtimbers #RCTID #RSL #realsaltlake #sanjoseearthquakes #quakes74 #seattlesounders #sounders #stlouiscity #STL #allforcity #TFCLive #torontofc #vancouverwhitecaps #VWFC #USL #uslchampionship #mlsseasonpass #AppleTV #luissuarez #leaguescup

Recorded on: 10/18/2025
 
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