You might've heard already, but the world'd biggest name in soccer is heading to MLS. The crew had to get together to discuss the impact that Lionel Messi will have in Miami and across the country. But that wasn't all they had to share.

USMNT alums Geoff Cameron and Brek Shea join Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte to discuss their recent experience at TST, what they've been cooking up in retirement, and their thoughts on the perfect head coach for the current crop of USMNT players.

Timestamps

(01:01) Messi to MLS

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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The Urban Pitch Podcast crew is back to talk all things happening in the soccer-verse! Ramsey, Julio, and Brigitte get into Chris Klein and the LA Galaxy parting ways, who is the best fit for the USMNT manager, and if it could finally be City's time to hoist the elusive Champions League trophy.

Timestamps

(01:23) Chris Klein is out at LA Galaxy

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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With a diverse sound that comes from his eclectic taste in music, it's hard to pigeonhole Ratcheton into one genre. From metal to cumbia to trap, the LA-based artist is versatile enough to do it all. On the latest episode of the podcast, Ratcheton joins the crew to discuss his journey in the music industry, how he reps hard for El Salvador, and what he's got cooking in the future.

Timestamps

(00:01:23) How Ratcheton became a friend of the pod

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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Tegan McGrady is a serial winner. Even before winning consecutive NWSL championships in 2021 and 2022, she was a national champion with Stanford in 2017. And while winning heals most problems, there are still plenty of ebbs in the career of a pro athlete. McGrady joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss the highs and lows of her time in the NWSL — from contemplating retirement to the wild championship celebrations.

Timestamps

(01:30) Playing at Stanford and winning a national championship in 2017

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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Soccer has long thrived in Los Angeles. Whether it's pickup games, rec leagues, or the various pro teams, there's never a shortage of footy in La La Land. Helping cover the vibrant LA soccer scene is Gio Garcia, founder of LA Soccer Hub.

Mainly focusing on LA Galaxy and LAFC, Garcia can be seen on his podcast, at the various tailgates before El Trafico interviewing fans, or covering the games themselves from the press box. We sit down with him to discuss whose tailgates are better, why LAFC runs LA, and how he's dealt with the fiery fan bases' banter in the comments section of his videos.

Timestamps

(01:53) Gio's journey in sports and the start of LA Soccer Hub

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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In the latest episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew discusses the latest happenings in the soccer culture-verse, including the LA sports takeover, where Lionel Messi is headed next, and why the next generation of NWSL players are already making their marks across the league. Plus, they unbox a special gift from FanInk!

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(01:11) A special uboxing from FanInk

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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Coming off of a year where he won the MLS All-Star Game MVP and traveled to Qatar with the Canadian national team for a World Cup, the expectations surrounding Dayne St. Clair have risen. He's shown he's up to the task, and continues to show why he's one of the best young goalkeepers in MLS. He joins the Urban Pitch Podcast to discuss Canada's "Golden Generation," the experience at Qatar 2022, and what he gets up to off the pitch.

Timestamps

(01:19) The pressure to win a trophy during the Canada national team's "Golden Generation" and Dayne's thoughts on their performance at the 2022 World Cup

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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After retiring from pro soccer at just 28, Darian Jenkins knew she had a future on the business side of sports, but she didn't think she'd land a job so quickly. As chief of staff with Gotham FC, she's in a position to continue the growth of the league and usher it into a new era.

We sit down with Jenkins to see how she landed the gig so quickly, reminisce on her playing days, and see where the future of women's soccer is headed.

Timestamps

(01:13) What "chief of staff" of Gotham FC entails

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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With another installment of the LAFC vs. LA Galaxy behind us, the Urban Pitch Podcast crew discusses the current state of both clubs — from the Galaxy fan situation to the pressure on LAFC to repeat or bring home additional hardware this season. Then, they take a look at both the USMNT and USWNT's upcoming matches, including the Allstate Clasico and Gold Cup for the men's side and the 2023 World Cup on the women's side.

Timestamps

(02:05) The current state of the El Trafico derby between LAFC and LA Galaxy

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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In a special episode of the Urban Pitch Podcast, the crew each drafts seven former guests for their ultimate 5-a-side squad! In addition, they discuss the new 2023 World Cup kit releases, the NWSL expansion side coming to the Bay, and more headlines from the soccer-culture verse.

Timestamps

(02:17) The 2023 World Cup kit releases, and adidas vs. Nike

Cast

Hosts: Ramsey Abushahla, Julio Monterroza, & Brigitte Flores

Producer: Roy Cho

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