Best An Lafc Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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SWOONTOWER SOCCER: Vacation Hangover, INtangibles, and LAFC Preview with HAFOSAFO 1:07:48

1d ago1:07:48

1:07:48

This week we're at the beach! You'll notice an explicit tag, because our LA-based guests used two curse words and I don't want anyone to feel bad playing this for their kids and be surprised by those words! I also put this in a tag at the beginning of the episode because I know that nobody reads show notes! This week, we talk about the boys! And LA…

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AUSTIN MATCH PREVIEW feat. Swoontower Soccer and existential dread 1:15:55

1d ago1:15:55

1:15:55

Travis, Vince, and Darren preview this weekend's match vs. Austin, a team that's seemed to improve to the point we've fallen to. We have our good friends Mike and Steph from Swoontower Soccer on to talk about duds of LAFC present, heroes of LAFC past who are now duds of Austin FC present and possibly future, and a which current Austin FC player mos…

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Episode 364 - The 3252 Sends an ICE-y Message From ALL Angelinos 56:28

25d ago56:28

56:28

Amidst the backdrop of protests and ICE raids across Los Angeles, LAFC defeated Sporting Kansas City, 3-1, behind a goal and 2 assists from Denis Bouanga. But it was the 90' of silence, and then the deafening roar, from The 3252 that made the most impact.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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One More Sleep - Austin - 2025 Regular Season Match 18 20:58

18h ago20:58

20:58

LAFC heads to Austin in an attempt to avenge their loss earlier this season at the hands of the Verde. Also, hello, Ilie!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Tim Weah's earnings, the worst tournament performances & soccer as art | Listener Questions 49:09

1h ago49:09

49:09

Taylor, Graham and Ryan are here to delve into your questions! On this episode, we’re looking at the worst tournament performances in history, we’re trying to find out if Tim Weah earned more than his dad, we’re looking at players who stayed loyal to their clubs - to the detriment of their careers - and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠W…

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USMNT v Guatemala review: why the game went from very good to very tense very quickly 1:05:00

4h ago1:05:00

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We spend over an hour breaking down the USA's Gold Cup semifinal win over Guatemala. Why were the first 15 minutes so strong, and why did the momentum change so comprehensively as the game went on? Who stood out in a positive way, and who put in a less-than-stellar shift? Plus, we try to understand Pochettino's tactical decisions and substitution p…

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What does Man City's shock Club World Cup exit say about their upcoming season? 54:55

3d ago54:55

54:55

The Club World Cup quarterfinal bracket is set, with Man City and Inter both failing to make the cut after defeats to non-European opposition. We look back at all the Round of 16 games and take a look ahead to the best matchups in the final eight! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscri…

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Who understands their player pool more: Pochettino with the US or Marsch with Canada? 1:08:52

4d ago1:08:52

1:08:52

Jeff Reuter takes a break from covering all the soccer to discuss... all the soccer. We spend the first 2 segments of the show discussing Canada and the USA's respective performances at the Gold Cup, and also take a look at the USMNT's semifinal matchup with Guatemala. After that, we break down the MLS All-Star selections, ponder the arrival of Tim…

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Episode 368 - Giroud Bids Adieu in Home Loss to Vancouver 55:10

5d ago55:10

55:10

It's Episode 368, and the Olivier Giroud... Experiment? Experience? Era? Is over. LAFC falls flat in a 1-0 loss to Vancouver as David Ochoa makes his Black and Gold debut.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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How Beloko Fits, Player Salary Drop, Seattle Analysis, Player Rumors, and more 1:24:43

5d ago1:24:43

1:24:43

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss how Nicky Beloko fits into the team and break down the loss in Seattle. Other questions and topics include: - Jeremiah's boring dreams - Did the break hurt Austin? - Nicky Beloko scouting report - Analyzing defensive breakdowns - Why Landon isn't sold on Nico Figal - How many more moves will come this summer? -…

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USMNT v Costa Rica: Is Freese now Poch's number one after Gold Cup heroics? 1:02:10

5d ago1:02:10

1:02:10

The United States Men's National Team are through to the semifinals of the Gold Cup after overcoming Costa Rica via penalty shootout. It was a match to remember for (Harvard's) Matt Freese, and a demonstration of growth in the national team group. Bring on Guatemala! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash …

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POSTGAME POD: LAFC v Vancouver (Regular Degular MLS) 1:17:25

5d ago1:17:25

1:17:25

DINCEPOD CRASHOUT! Darren and Vince reflect on LAFC's disappointing 1-0 loss to Vancouver, a rerun episode of a show that we've seen too many times. Something big needs to change soon, and in the meantime, there's in-fighting on the pitch and there's in-fighting on our show. Noah from Lobbing Scorchers joins us at the buzzer for story time that jus…

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Episode 228: Vancouver beat LAFC and Nobody Seems to Care 1:13:37

6d ago1:13:37

1:13:37

Daniel and Kirk discuss the 1-0 loss and what has to happen to jumpstart the teamBy An LAFC Podcast

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One More Sleep - Vancouver (2025 MLS Regular Season Match 17) 23:30

7d ago23:30

23:30

LAFC heads home after their run in the Club World Cup, taking on second-place Vancouver at the friendly confines of BMO Stadium. Filly and Scarf give you their players to watch, keys to the match, and score prediction as LAFC hits the halfway mark of the season and celebrates Pride Night!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Can anyone stop Man City? | Club World Cup Review 56:20

8d ago56:20

56:20

The FIFA Club World Club Group Stage has concluded, giving us the opportunity to look back at the biggest storylines so far, while also taking a look ahead to some very enticing Round of 16 matchups! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+ PATREON! Check out our Pa…

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VANCOUVER MATCH PREVIEW: HOW LA GOT HER COUV BACK 1:00:10

8d ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Now that the pathetic cash grab known as the Club World Cup is over (thanks for the 11 million dollars Mr. FIFA), it's time to get down to LAFC's favorite tradition: playing Vancouver. Darren, Vince, and Travis reunite to talk about Ange Postecoglou rumors, Bouanga rumors, Giroud rumors, and of course Eli Lilly's effect on the insulin market. THEN,…

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Episode 227: $11 Million Positive Takeaways 1:23:53

9d ago1:23:53

1:23:53

Daniel and Kirk discuss the 1-1 draw against Flamengo and the implications of the CWC performance for JT, Dolo, and the Players.By An LAFC Podcast

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SWOONTOWER SOCCER: That's What He's There For 33:44

9d ago33:44

33:44

We missed y'all last week, but are back with vengeance to recap the RBNY match with so many goal cellies to rate! Then, we sneak up on Moontower listener questions to give our clone and superhero opinions, and spend some time on social media standouts from the international break, including: Double Disney trips Worst dressed slander ALL STARS Don't…

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Is the next USMNT manager already working in Concacaf? | Take It or Leave It 50:23

9d ago50:23

50:23

For the first time in 2025, we return to the TIOLI well! We're discussing your hottest takes, including the success of the Club World Cup, the next USMNT manager, Thomas Frank finally being the right managerial fit for Spurs, Manchester United's timeline to silverware, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes h…

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Episode 367 - Heads Held High After Draw vs. Flamengo 53:44

10d ago53:44

53:44

LAFC ends their Club World Cup run with a solid draw against Brazilian side Flamengo, and the big news... LAFC scored!!! It's Episode 367. Denis scores, Marlon exits with a head injury, and LAFC walks away from the CWC with a hard-fought point and our first goal! And people still want Denis out? Come on... All that and more here on Defenders of the…

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What’s wrong with the USMNT? | Listener Questions 1:04:05

10d ago1:04:05

1:04:05

The whole gang is here to dive into your questions! Should the Club World Cup be hosted in a specific region of the U.S.? How would each of us improve our national teams if FIFA allowed trades between federations? Which USMNT players do we think Poch trusts most? And why isn’t the USMNT performing at a higher level? Plus, how would Southampton do i…

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POSTGAME POD: LAFC v Flamengo (FIFA Club World Cup Group Stage) 58:30

10d ago58:30

58:30

Maybe the real Club World Cup was the friends we made along the way. Darren and Travis break down the draw against Brazilian powerhouse Flamengo, and discuss what exactly went wrong and what went right during our run in this year’s CWC. If only there was something we could call the good things and bad things that happen each match. Anybody got any …

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Inter Miami’s historic Club World Cup run & cash trade proposals | MLS Update 1:07:42

11d ago1:07:42

1:07:42

Taylor, Jeff, and Joe are here to dive into the latest from around MLS (and the MLS teams at the Club World Cup). Just how did Inter Miami pull off the first competitive victory for an MLS team over a UEFA opponent with their win over Porto? And how did they advance from the Club World Cup’s Group A to book a date with PSG in the Round of 16? Plus,…

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ATX Players as Superheroes, Clone XI Revisited, And Many Other Listener Questions 1:25:29

12d ago1:25:29

1:25:29

This week Landon and Jeremiah answer a bunch of listener questions and preview the Seattle Sounders match. Other questions and topics include: - Dog on the pitch!!! - MLS All-Star Week details - How would MLS Pro/Rel work? - Revisiting Austin FC Clone XI - Should Austin pick up Ilie's option? - Wolff vs Estevez in build up play - ATX players as tra…

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One More Sleep - Flamengo. Club World Cup. 29:54

12d ago29:54

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LAFC finishes their run in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a match against Brazilian side Flamengo, who have already secured the top spot in Group D. Will LAFC score, or will the Black and Gold go quietly into the night?By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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USMNT v Haiti: the Gold Cup group stage is finished - long live the knockout round! 54:57

12d ago54:57

54:57

Your favorite foursome is back together to discuss the USA's final game of the Gold Cup group stage. What went right against Haiti, whose stock is up (and down) after the latest performance, and what do we want to see from Poch's men against Costa Rica in the knockout round? WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Episode 366 - Esperance Eliminates LAFC 54:30

14d ago54:30

54:30

Episode 366 might not be the most chipper of episodes, as LAFC crashes out of the 2025 Club World Cup after losing to Esperance, 1-0. A missed penalty by Denis Bouanga sealed LAFC's fate, and now, all that's left is to hope we score a goal against Flamengo. Also on this episode, Filly and Scarf defend Denis, applaud Hugo, and marvel at the Tunisian…

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Episode 226: #DOLOOUT 1:19:55

15d ago1:19:55

1:19:55

Daniel and Kirk recap the 1-0 loss to Esperance and call for change in the wake of such an uninspired and embarrassing performance from LAFC.By An LAFC Podcast

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POSTGAME POD: LAFC v ES Tunis (FIFA Club World Cup Group Stage) 15:49

15d ago15:49

15:49

Travis crashes out following LAFC's crushing loss to ES Tunis, one of the worst moments in LAFC HISTORY. This game had it all: lack of effort, poor performance, zero creative play, individual failure, coaching failure, and a roster construction that wasn't up to it in the first place. Despite fans' dedication and traveling to support the team, this…

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USMNT v Saudi Arabia: Did Pochettino’s team take a step forward? 52:18

15d ago52:18

52:18

Taylor is back! The whole gang combines to review the United States’ 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia in the Gold Cup group stage. What did we learn from the latest 90 minutes of action for Poch’s team? Who stood out? And who struggled? And what do we want to see more of? All that — and more — on the show. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting al…

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One More Sleep - ES Tunis. 2025 Club World Cup. 31:03

16d ago31:03

31:03

LAFC takes on North African giant Esperance Sportive de Tunis in our second group stage match at the 2025 Club World Cup.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid, Benfica-Boca madness & tickets | Club World Cup Review 49:26

16d ago49:26

49:26

With the first round of the Club World Cup’s group stage games complete, Ryan, Graham, and Joe combine to chat about the biggest standout stories from the tournament so far. From FIFA’s approach to staging the competition to our first look at Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid to the South American teams showing out, there was plenty to sink our teeth into.…

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MLS vs. Saudi Pro League All-Stars: Who Would Win? | Listener Questions 52:16

17d ago52:16

52:16

The TSS Gang is here and ready to dive into the Listener Questions mailbag! On this episode, we’re looking at the best player never to score a goal, we’re comparing the MLS and Saudi All-Stars, we’re asking if an alternative soccer league can go mainstream, and much more! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! S…

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Episode 225: Chelsea look like Chelsea, LAFC look like LAFC 1:13:02

18d ago1:13:02

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All three hosts join on this one to discuss LAFC's showing against Chelsea.By An LAFC Podcast

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Episode 365 - Effort There, Goals Not vs. Chelsea (feat. Slippy & Laff) 1:20:41

18d ago1:20:41

1:20:41

LAFC took on English powerhouse Chelsea in the 2025 Club World Cup. That's the headline. A match so important that Filly & Scarf brought on two special guests, Laff and lifelong Chelsea AND all-time Black and Gold supporter Slippy on the pod to talk about it. LAFC would fall, 2-0, but the effort, the heart, and the support were absolutely there for…

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LAFC (kinda?) hang with Chelsea! Inter Miami dissapoint, Sounders' near comeback & more | MLS Update 1:07:26

18d ago1:07:26

1:07:26

With Jeff Rueter fresh off a trip to Seattle covering the Sounders' Club World Cup clash with Botafogo, he and Joe Lowery dive into the latest from MLS teams at the tournament. How are they doing after one game played apiece? And who's stood out so far? Plus, what's happened in MLS's regular season? All that -- and more -- on the show. WE HAVE A YO…

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RBNY Win, Two in a Row, Building Chemistry, Stats Trivia, and more 1:12:59

19d ago1:12:59

1:12:59

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down Austin's win against the Red Bulls and discuss the things that are finally coming together for this team. Other questions and topics include: - See Landon at the Podcast Creator Summit tonight! - "If we win tomorrow, that's called a winning streak" - Scroll through this post for the Owen photos - Austin FC f…

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POSTGAME POD: LAFC v Chelsea (FIFA Club World Cup Group Stage) 21:18

19d ago21:18

21:18

Travis reports live from Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta with SPECIAL GUEST HOSTS Erik Holstrum of the Section 128 podcast, and Heel of The Foot, Geoff Tock, as Darren and Vince report live to their desks at their respective 9-5 jobs! Happy Foot Sad Foot; The New Class discuss LAFC's RESPECTABLE 2-0 loss to Chelsea in their first Club World Cup ma…

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USMNT v Trinidad & Tobago: Who shined in the U.S.'s Gold Cup opener? 53:03

19d ago53:03

53:03

The USMNT kicked its 2025 Gold Cup campaign off with a much-needed with for Mauricio Pochettino's side - the TSS Gang is here to get under the hood of the performance and to see how it affects the national team going forward! WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! Smash the like and subscribe etc.! JOIN THE TSS+…

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One More Sleep - Chelsea. Club World Cup 2025. 37:31

20d ago37:31

37:31

LAFC takes on English Premier League giant Chelsea in a match that actually matters, our first match of Group D play at the 2025 Club World Cup!By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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SWOONTOWER SOCCER: Carcast, THE Picture, and more! 31:12

22d ago31:12

31:12

Hello friends! We're in Upstate New York for a wedding this weekend, but that can't stop us from bringing you a new Swoontower, live from the car, right off the dome! Edited in a hotel room, the audio quality isn't the best but we do some Celly Ratings, a deep-dive on THE PICTURE, and of course, we find out the Man of Steph's Jersey. We can't wait …

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Club World Cup Preview: Groups E-H, featuring Real Madrid, Man City, Juventus, and more! 1:14:25

22d ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Part two of our 2025 Club World Cup Previews are here! We have 2 truths and a lie about each team in Groups E through H, and once again, it's up to the co-hosts (and you all) to figure out which is which. Group E: Joe River Plate (Argentina) Urawa Red Diamonds (Japan) Monterrey (Mexico) Inter Milan (Italy) Group F: Taylor Fluminense (Brazil) Boruss…

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Club World Cup Preview: Group A through Group D, featuring PSG, Bayern Munich, Chelsea and more! 1:07:51

23d ago1:07:51

1:07:51

We preview the start of the 2025 Club World Cup using the tried and true method of lying about the teams involved. We have 2 truths and a lie about each team in Groups A through D, and it's up to the co-hosts (and you all) to figure out which is which. Group A: Taylor Al Ahly (Egypt) Porto (Portugal) Palmeiras (Brazil) Inter Miami (United States) G…

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CLUB WORLD CUP PREVIEW: London is Black and Gold 1:09:52

23d ago1:09:52

1:09:52

Is LAFC the greatest team on Planet Earth? Travis, Darren, and Vince break down everything you need to know about the Group Stage of the FIFA Club World Cup, discuss our Chelsea match in detail with the co-host of the wildly popular London is Blue podcast Nick Verlaney, and then of course, we give a 45-minute detailed tactical analysis of ES Tunis.…

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Where is the hope for Poch’s USMNT after Switzerland embarrassment? 1:14:55

24d ago1:14:55

1:14:55

After the United States’ 4-0 loss to Switzerland on Tuesday night, Taylor, Graham, and Joe dive into what went wrong for Pochettino’s team. What was behind his lineup choices? Who struggled? Did we learn anything at all? And how can the USMNT improve? All that — and more — on the show. WE HAVE A YOUTUBE CHANNEL! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're posting all our episodes…

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Expectations for Inter Miami, Seattle Sounders & LAFC at the Club World Cup! | MLS Update 1:04:20

25d ago1:04:20

1:04:20

Taylor, Jeff, and Joe take a look at MLS’s three Club World Cup entrants to examine just what the next couple of weeks will hold for them. Which team has the best chance to make it out of the group? And which team is most in trouble? Plus, we chat about DC United’s struggles after their 7-1 loss to the Chicago Fire over the weekend. All that — and …

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Adrian Healey's Mid-Season Thoughts, Win at CO, Nade Profile, Desler's Back, and more 1:21:59

26d ago1:21:59

1:21:59

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by famed soccer broadcaster, Adrian Healey, to discuss the state of Austin FC and cover the latest news. Other questions and topics include: - See Landon at the Podcast Creator Summit - Would JB ever get tired of goals? - THAT locker room photo... - Mikkel Desler's importance - Players knew their roles in Co…

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Episode 224: LAFC Beat SKC, CWC Awaits 57:09

27d ago57:09

57:09

Daniel and Kirk discuss the match against SKC and how they're looking prior to participating in the CWC.By An LAFC Podcast

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POSTGAME POD: LAFC v Kansas City 19:15

26d ago19:15

19:15

Darren, Vince, and Travis break down a win on the field and in the stands and talk about just how important this club and these fans are to this community at a difficult time. Shoulder to shoulder means shoulder to shoulder. I love you, bye. Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com YouTube: @happ…

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One More Sleep - ICE 10:39

28d ago10:39

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Defenders of the Banc stands with ALL Angelinos during these difficult and unprecedented times.By J.R. Lebert & Christian Filimon

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