In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're unfortunately talking about USMNT! We're going to discuss the recent, and very disappointing, friendlies against Turkey and Switzerland. We discuss where the team goes from here, who's stock up and stock down, and whether Poch is the right man for the job. Then we quickly discuss the Gold Cup and what it would mean to win, as well as giving what lineup we'd like to see starting against Trinidad and Tobago. Lastly we talk a bit about the Christian Pulisic drama and what it means for the USMNT with only a year away from the world cup. Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week; 2:13 - Friendlies and Gold Cup; 27:26 - Christian Pulisic Drama 

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Recorded on: 6/13/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about the Club World Cup! We're here to give a preview of all of the MLS sides in the upcoming tournament. Will they have an outside chance at making it out of the group, or will they be embarrassed on the world stage? Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week; 8:00 - Inter Miami Preview; 19:25 - LAFC Preview; 32:03 - Seattle Sounders Preview 

#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 #ClubWorldCup #CWC

Recorded on: 6/13/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a list of almost all of them. We are going to do our research and then come together to retell everyone about those stories and give them the spotlight they deserve. This week we're talking about FC Dallas' stunning win over the super team LA Galaxy, and then tying everything all together talking about the 2010 MLS Cup Final between Dallas and the previously discussed Colorado Rapids.

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
2:55 - 2010 Western Conference Semifinals
10:31 - 2010 MLS Cup Final

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 6/1/2025

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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! First we're talking about the protest from the Seattle Sounders against the payout for the upcoming Club World Cup. After we talk about the Chicago Fire's new soccer specific stadium which is being fully privately funded. Lastly we cover the rumor that Cristiano Ronaldo could be heading to LAFC to bring a rematch of Messi vs Ronaldo one more time. Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week; 6:59 - Seattle Sounders Protest; 22:00 - Chicago Fire New Stadium; 34:47 - Ronaldo to LAFC Rumor 

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 6/6/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week they're coming with a mid season recap on MLS action thus far. As we are just about at the halfway mark for most teams, we wanted to take a look at each team and give out a few accolades. We start things off covering some of the most under or over performing teams, some breakout players, and more. Afterwards we give out mid season awards such as Defender of the year, Coach of the year, and MVP. Let us know your thoughts on the first half of the season and also let us know your thoughts on our picks for the accolades mid season awards!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week; 4:43 - Biggest Surprises; 13:40 - Breakout Players; 31:19 - Bold Prediction; 36:32 - Mid Season Awards 

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 5/30/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about Olof Mellberg out in St. Louis and what's to come next. After we talk about Lucho Acosta's recent quote criticizing the reception he received from FC Cincinnati fans on his return to Cincy. Lastly we cover the recent brawl between San Diego and LA Galaxy fans after San Diego's recent last second win over the Galaxy. Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week; 3:48 - Mellberg Out in St. Louis; 19:01 - Lucho Acosta Cincy Beef; 31:20 - San Diego Brawl 

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 5/30/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about the USMNT for the first time in a long time! We're talking about the recent Gold Cup roster that just dropped and reacting to who is in and who missed out. Next we talk about Pulisic being rumored to have asked to not be included in the squad. Last we react to some (outrageous) tweets about Pulisic asking out. Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
3:40 - Gold Cup Roster                                                                                                            22:54 - Pulisic asks to not be included in Gold Cup
24:39 - Reacting to tweets

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 5/22/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about LA Galaxy Will Kuntz's recent comments about how MLS roster rules are outdated. We continue our talk of the LA Galaxy with the recent announcement of a contract extension for head coach Greg Vanney while the team sits on 3 points. Next we talk about David Beckham's complaint about Minnesota United's social media post making fun of Miami after Minnesota smacked them on the field. Lastly we wrap things up with Bruce Arena seemingly saving Lionel Messi from getting a red card arguing with a ref after the game. Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
5:37 - Will Kuntz Comments                                                                                                    17:59 - Greg Vanney Extension
28:12 - David Beckham vs Minnesota                                                                                    35:29 - Bruce Arena Saving Messi from Red

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 5/17/2025
 
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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, we continue our series where we retell the stories of MLS history. We've gone through all the team's subreddits and asked for different stories they remember about their teams, and we've got a list of almost all of them. We are going to do our research and then come together to retell everyone about those stories and give them the spotlight they deserve. This week we're talking about outfield player Eddie Gaven in goal for the Columbus Crew, followed by the 2010 Eastern Conference Semifinals between, ironically enough, the Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes.

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
2:04 - Gaven in Goal
8:44 - 2010 Eastern Conference Semifinals

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 5/10/2025

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In this episode of the Designated Players Podcast, the guys are back and this week we're talking about more MLS news! We're talking about the latest round of the US Open Cup which saw just 1 USL side win out of 16 matchups against MLS, does this indicate that the gap between MLS and USL is massive? Next we talk about Sportico's recent club valuations which saw a significant number of MLS sides rank very highly. Lastly we talk about the one off playoff between LAFC and Club America to make it to the Club World Cup. Let us know your thoughts!

0:00 - Scarf of the Week
5:10 - US Open Cup Results
25:31 - Sportico Most Valuable Clubs

40:55 - LAFC vs Club America

#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 #ad

Recorded on: 5/10/2025
 
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