Episodes

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's matches against Vancouver and the Houston Dynamo in the US Open Cup Matchscot interview Fit Checks Match Moods SO MUCH SPICE! Social Media Standouts, feat: JimmyTime Steaks Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Dan and Matt of The Loony Bin Podcast - make sure to follow their work! We talk about: What Minnesota's been up to (killing it, tbh, on the field and on socials) Anything we might be able...

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down a 2-point week that could have been a 6-point week, and discuss the Bukari and Beloko transfer rumors. Other questions and topics include: - Comparing the Atlanta and Vancouver games - On pace for record low goal scoring - But is there reason for hope? - A fine line between "adjustments" and "tinkering" - Could Bukari really leave this summer? - Landon watched film on Nicky Beloko - Is Kevin de Bruyne really interested in Austin? - Houston Dyn...

Steph here, taking back the reins for show notes because this is a very serious podcast and I love moms. Today's episode starts with recaps of a TRIPLE match week: away @Cincinatti, home v Atlanta, and the Austin FC and Atlanta Unified team match at Q2! We cover: Katori, our matchscot who thankfully stayed home out of the heat this week! Make sure to look at all the cute pics of her though . Fit Checks (shout out Adrienne, and plumbers) Glossing over the bad stuff because it's our show an...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss what happened in Austin FC's 0-3 loss to Minnesota and preview the US Open Cup match against El Paso. Other questions and topics include: - Did the players deserve boos? - Actually, curses ARE real - Best 8 minutes of the season - Does Austin need a bad cop? - Cincinatti delivers another loss - Pedantic defensive debate - MLS Roster Profile update - Atlanta United Preview (1:11:55) - Vancouver Whitecaps Preview (1:19:22) - Join the Patreon - ...

Mike here, writing the show notes today; trying a new thing where in the title of the show I give it a click-baity headline! Did it work? Also, we never learned how to spell Cincinnatti. I know that's wrong. Today's episode starts with recaps of last week's match against MNUFC and our US Open Cup match against El Paso: Matchscots Fit Checks Curse Talk! Glossing over the bad stuff because it's our show and we can! Captain Stuff Social Media Standouts, feat: A Biro Interview from Pitchsid...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss what happened in Austin FC's 0-3 loss to Minnesota and preview the US Open Cup match against El Paso. Other questions and topics include: - Join the Patreon - Should Austin revert to more defensive tactics? - Nico's toxic positivity - A smart person says we're smart - How does Desler affect this offense? - How Austin concedes goals in 2025 - Stuver's worst mistake ever? - Will we get an attacking mid this summer? - El Paso Locomotive preview (1:04:25) - ...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's rematch against Houston Dynamo ShOwen Heart Missed Connections Captain Stuff in the post-game presser Social Media Standouts, feat: Austin 40 Under 40 nominees Brad Stuver and Trennis Jones 100 Guys vs 1 Gorilla Robert Taylor Full Introduction 4ATX stuff! -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Dan and Matt of The Loony Bin Podcast - make sure to follow their work! We talk about: The Loons' recen...

This week Jeremiah and Steph break down Austin FC's 2-0 loss against the Dynamo and answer some listener questions. Other questions and topics include: - Join the Patreon and be part of the community that got Landon to dye his hair green! - Houston Road Trip vibes - Dani Pereira injury non-updates - What's the deal with Ilie not always starting? - Robert Taylor Transfer News - Minnesota Preview - Did we let Seba go too soon? - Join the Patreon - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by ...

Today's episode starts with a NEW BOY ALERT!!! and then digs into a recap of last week's match against the LA Galaxy: Curses (post)Match Moods Goal Celly Rating Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to our special guests for providing their nuanced and level headed takes. -- and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey! Support the show

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down Austin FC's 1-0 win against the Galaxy and answer some listener questions. Other questions and topics include: - Join the Patreon and give Landon green hair - Anaya family GoFundMe - How the formation change helped Austin win - A thesis on luck and chance - Vazquez's redemption arc - Chaotic ending - Transfer window closing - Houston Dynamo Preview (1:11:15) - Listener Questions - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty - Join the Patreon - much more ...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's rematch against Vancouver Whitecaps Mouse-capades north of the border Goal Celly Ratings Match Mood Social Media Standouts, feat: a special font review -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Michelle and Christian of Simply Soccer Podcast - make sure to follow their work! We talk about: The Galaxy's recent form National MLS perspective versus the local nuanced vibes around the club Players to kee...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's monumental defeat and what we learned from it. Other questions and topics include: - Pics of the Patreon gifts! - Join the Patreon here - Analyzing what the f*** happened - How Vancouver created their own luck - Thoughts on press conference statements - Is the blueprint out on Austin? - Stuver saves a penalty (and a mouse) - "I shat and I missed it!" - LA Galaxy Preview (1:05:01) - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty - Join the Patreon - ...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's rematch against Portland Matchscot: Lance! Adopt this perfect zoomie angel. Ascot 'Fit Check! Match Moods Social Media Standouts, feat: pillows, bags, and a small putter boy -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Michael McColl of AFTN - make sure to follow their work in print and in podcast! We talk about: Vancouver's recent form National MLS perspective versus the local nuanced vibes around the ...

This week Landon and Mike discuss Austin FC's home draw against the Portland TImbers, then preview next weekend's trip to Vancouver. Other questions and topics include: - Check out the new Patreon gifts! - "Humans desire always what they don't have" - What is Austin FC's ceiling? - How small mistakes stacked up - Questionable refereeing - Center back appreciation - Do we need another fullback? - Vancouver Whitecaps Preview (1:08:57) - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty - much more Moon...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against St Louis CITYYYYY SC: Matchscot: None, Adopt A Dog And Tell Us About It! Travel Fit Check! Match Moods, feat: A Very Special Hallmark Movie Pitch Goal Celly Rating Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Sam Svilar of Stumptown Footy - make sure to follow their work in print and in podcast! We talk about: Portland 2025 - Phil Neville, Youth, and the Eternal Trut...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's third straight win away in St. Louis, and preview their second match of the season against the Portland TImbers. Other questions and topics include: - Austin maintains 2nd place in West - Winning ugly vs Losing pretty - Is Wolff the 10 we needed? - Myrto Uzuni sees everything - How we score more with this strategy - Be brave with your egg - ATX Academies in the GA Cup - Portland Timbers Preview (59:30) - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realt...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against San Diego FC: Matchscot: Semper Fi & Oorah Tee-Shirt Week on the Great Austin FC 'Fit Off Match Moods, feat: Greg v Verdisimo Goal Celly*S* Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Annamaria Lu of the City FC Report - make sure to follow their work in print and in podcast! We talk about: St Louis City & their new dad (spoiler: he's the sexy lumberjack) SCANDALS ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's counter-attack heavy win against San Diego, and preview the next away game in St. Louis. Other questions and topics include: - A reminder of why we love soccer - Are we a counter-attacking team now? - Brandon Vazquez gets his first goal - Owen Wolff's impact - Estevez's defensive strategy - Leo Vaisanen sold to Sweden - ATX International roundup - How many ATX players will be All-Stars? - St Louis City Preview (1:12:50) - Free Ticket Giveaway by...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against LAFC, featuring SPECIAL GUEST JEREMIAH BENTLEY OF MOONTOWER SOCCER! 'Fit Checks (including an update on Beats-Gate, an entirely fabricated drama!) Match Moods Vibe checks Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Tony from SanDiego.Futbol - their work in the San Diego area covering all the soccer happening in the region is so important! We talk about: SDFC's arriva...

This week Landon and Mike analyze Austin FC's defensive strategy in their away win against LAFC. Other questions and topics include: - Moontower shirt in the stands in LA! - Why was Austin's defense so effective? - Why we're not that worried about the offense - Why Owen started on the right - Spoiler alert for Tuesday's "special announcement" - Leo Vaisanen leaving for Sweden? (1:13:59) - What that means for Austin FC - San Diego FC Preview (1:27:42) - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against Colorado, featuring: Interview with Stella 'Fit Checks (including an injured-but-not-in-style Julio!) Match Moods (some love for Verdisimo!) Short Shorts! Our newest bench bffs -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Travis, Darren, and Vince from Happy Foot Sad Foot - they're incredible and we had so much fun recording this spotlight. We talk about: Vince's perspective on tactics Na...

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down another annoying loss against the Colorado Rapids, and are then joined by Apple TV's Max Bretos to preview the LAFC match. Other questions and topics include: - A "good" match but still no goals - How do we feel and are we right? - Assessing the ref's decisions - Uzuni's surprise start - ATX needs to control more game phases - Austin FC II start strong - How much GAM does Austin have? - Missing players during FIFA window - LAFC Preview w/ Max Bretos (1:0...

Today's episode starts with a brief recap of last week's away match in Portland and some Social Media standouts including: Our coach with a dog! Dani sounds! Smelling Salts! -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Matt with BurgundyWave for coming on to share his thoughts about our Saturday night matchup. We talk about: National MLS perspective versus the local nuanced vibes around the Rapids Players to keep an eye on If it's too early to panic yet ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's annoying loss in Portland and preview Saturday's home match against the Colorado Rapids. Other questions and topics include: - Is it too early to panic? - Not the horseshoe, but equally ineffective - How Bukari can be more effective - Is it really a 4-4-2? - Ok, NOW it's a 4-4-2 - Uzuni's lackluster debut - Positive defensive adjustments - How will Nico adjust against Colorado? - Colorado Rapids Preview (52:23) - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wil...