Episodes

With a great, easy hashtag to remember, Steph and Mike are back! This week in the Opponent Spotlight, we're thrilled to be joined by Gina Miller, a lifelong sportscaster, TV host and traveler. She is currently the Vice President of Media and Communications for FC Dallas, has hosted pre- and post-game shows for every team in the Metroplex. We're so appreciative she took the time out of her schedule to meet with us and talk Copa Tejas, the importance of rivalries from the Academy level, and we go...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah review the ugly but effective performance in Vancouver and look over MLS's new roster reports. Other topics and questions include: - Join the Patreon! - 'the heck is a sod poodle? - Did VAR get it right? - Austin's defensive plan and why it works - How they can add goals to that plan - Dani brings a souvenir back from Venezuela - MLS Roster Profiles and what they mean for Austin - FC Dallas Preview w/ Tony Husband (50:22) - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Real...

In preparation for Saturday's match against the Vancouver Whitecaps, the Crugnolas sat down with journalist/writer/reporter Har Johal who covers the Whitecaps, MLS, and the Canadian Women’s National Team for Daily Hive Vancouver, Equalizer Soccer, and Canadian Soccer Daily. Check out the episode to hear Har's thoughts on: Vancouver's current form Whether she feels the national discourse around the team is accurate What the keys to a successful season are Who the most important players on th...

This week, Landon and Mike Crugnola analyze Austin FC's decisive win over the LA Galaxy and discuss what Diego Fagundez's legacy is in the Austin FC locker room. Other topics and questions include: - Join the Patreon and get the best socks - What do possession numbers mean for Austin? - Mike explains a "Diego Rubio Hat Trick" - Fagundez's legacy in the ATX locker room - Florentino Perez in Austin? - Attack finally gaining chemistry? - What the Kolmanic extension means - Could Gallagher be the n...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for a typical Moontower show, please go forward or back one episode! This is a mix of guest insights on tactics and national narrative ahead of facing LA Galaxy and the wholesome content about our good good boys that you're used to with Swoontower! In preparation for Saturday's match against the LA Galaxy, the Crugnolas sat down with podcaster/writer/teacher Michelle Huitink. She has her own show, Simply Soccer, as well as working with laisourhouse.com to copyedi...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah break down Rigoni's late winner in Houston, and discuss what we know and don't know about Austin FC after 9 games. Other topics and questions include: - Landon and Jeremiah are #thetwofriends - Austin's lowest possession ever - Rigoni and Fodrey's impact on the game - Biro's growth - Best center back pairing? - LA Galaxy preview - What we know/don't know about Austin FC - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty - more Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to...

In preparation for Saturday's match against the Houston Dynamo, the Crugnolas sat down with journalist/podcaster/writer/reporter Victor Araiza of Deportes Nation and Deportes Houston, formerly of our very favorite independent soccer news website The Striker, to talk about Austin's neighbor to the east and fellow Copa Tejas competitor. Check out the episode to hear Victor's thoughts on: Houston's recent resurgence Whether he feels the national discourse around the team is accurate What the ke...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's draw on the road in St Louis, and explore how the new MLS roster rules could speed up Austin's rebuild. Other topics and questions include: - New rules could speed up ATX rebuild - How ambitious will ownership be? - 0-1 loss to St Louis City - Good game plan, poor execution - Lack of structure and discipline on goal - Houston Dynamo preview w/ Glenn Davis - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty - more Remember to rate, review, and subscri...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for a typical Moontower show, please go forward or back one episode! This is a mix of guest insights on tactics ahead of facing St Louis City FC and the wholesome content about our good good boys that you're used to with Swoontower! ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! First, we sat down with Annamaria Lu from WannaBeFans podcast and the CITY SC Report to get the inside scoop on CITY from an expert! Hear An...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's insane victory over the San Jose Earthquakes and preview the upcoming St Louis City match with Apple TV's Bradley Wright-Phillips. Other topics and questions include: - Live Show at Turnstile on April 10th - Austin FC struggling to find balance - Refereeing debate - Landon and Jeremiah argue about Owen Wolff - Is it a transfer rumor or a transfer report? - St Louis City preview w/ Bradley Wright-Phillips - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Re...

In preparation for Saturday's match against San Jose Earthquakes, the Crugnolas sat down with the team's official radio announcer, host of the Soccer Hour Podcast, and the biggest Swiftie in the Bay area, Ted Ramey to talk about our pick for Austin's most natural rival in MLS from the inside. Check out the episode to hear Ted's thoughts on: The Quakes' current form Whether he feels the national discourse around the team is accurate What the keys to a successful season are Who the most impor...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's first win of the season against FC Dallas and preview the upcoming San Jose Earthquakes match with Apple TV's Mark Followill. Other topics and questions include: - Live Show at Turnstile on April 10th - Just guys playing soccer - Dani and Owen's roles in the victory - Driussi/Rubio partnership taking shape - Bobby Hill visits Q2 - Rigoni unused on the bench - Is CJ Fodrey too good for MLSNP? - San Jose Earthquakes preview w/ Mark Followill - Fr...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for a typical Moontower show, please go forward or back one episode! This is a mix of guest insights on tactics ahead of facing FC Dallas and the wholesome content about our good good boys that you're used to with Swoontower! ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! First, we sat down with Steve Davis to get the inside scoop on FC Dallas from an expert. Hear Steve's thoughts on: Dallas's current form Whether ...

This week, Landon and Mike Crugnola to discuss Josh Wolff's future after the Orland match and preview the FC Dallas Match with MLS 360 analyst and former Portland Timbers coach, Gio Savarese. Other topics and questions include: - Driussi starts, but it doesn't matter - Horseshoe of Sadness returns - Do we finally have CB depth!? - Stuver obstructed on second goal? - Is Alex Ring past it? - Young ATXII loses in Open Cup - Gio Savarese on FC Dallas and Josh Wolff's future - Free Ticket Giveaway b...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the away draw in Seattle and preview the St Louis game with Apple TV's Nate Bukaty. Other topics and questions include: - Broomtower/Boomtower/Toontower - How do we feel about "Moonies"? - Are we satisfied with the Philly performance? - Halftime subs change the game - Injuries and international call-ups - Who will play against Orlando? - Ref sharing lockout info: Corey Rockwell - Concessions Boycott for Ref Labor Negotiations - Orlando preview with Nate Bu...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for a typical Moontower show, please go forward or back one episode! This is a mix of guest insights on tactics ahead of facing Philadelphia Union and the wholesome content about our good good boys that you're used to with Swoontower! ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! First, we sat down with Renee Washington to get the inside scoop on the Philadelphia Union from an expert. Hear Renee's thoughts on: The ...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Mike Crugnola (nee Ellison) to discuss the St Louis match and preview the Philadelphia Union. Other topics and questions include: - Encounter with Stephen A. Smith at SXSW - Whose to blame for the late goal? - What subs would we have made? - New set pieces show promise - Can Driussi and Rubio play together? - Where will Dani's minutes come from? - Val Noel transferred to Las Vegas - Philadelphia Union preview - Austin FC II matches - Free Ticket Give...

Hello friends! Mike and Steph are tired of Jeremiah and Landon having all the fun of talking about actual sports with their cool national friends, so they're taking a page out of their dads' books and interviewing other people. In preparation for Saturday's match against St. Louis CITY SC, the Crugnolas sat down with Annamaria from WannaBeFans podcast and the CITY SC Report to talk about the still-newest team in MLS from the inside. Check out the episode to hear Annamaria's thoughts on: CITY'...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the away draw in Seattle and preview the St Louis game with Apple TV's Max Bretos. Other topics and questions include: - Moontower Soccer at SXSW - Can we be happy about the point in Seattle? - Can Driussi save the attack? - Can anybody else play in his spot? - FCito boys get called up - A few positives in the defensive half - St Louis City preview w/ Max Bretos (33:50) - Austin FC II to play Foro SC in US Open Cup - Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Rea...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! Topics include: Season Opener vs Minnesota Matchscot Bastian Interview Which animals should Austin FC Players adopt? Steph's new son? 'Fit Che...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the 2024 Austin FC season opener and why the first half was so terrible. Other topics and questions include: - Why the first half felt so bad - Tradeoffs between Ring and Dani at the 6 - Landon goes ALL CAPS - Guilherme Biro scores on his debut - Will Bruin says ATX have a "soft mentality" - Borrell expects two players this summer - Seattle Sounders preview - more Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your favor...

Today, Landon is away so Mike Crugnola joins Jeremiah again to talk all things Austin FC. It's a gigantic episode this week, on the cusp of the MLS season finally kicking off again! On the docket for the day: PRSA locked out from officiating MLS Matches US Open Cup is still up in the air? What's the playoff format? (Seriously, if anyone knows, please tell us.) Should the experts be consulted? An Interview with Austin FC President Andy Loughnane to talk about the Armadillo Kit A Live show t...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the first televised Austin FC's preseason game and a grab bag of other news. Other topics and questions include: - Live recording tonight(Feb 13th)! - Analysis of LA Galaxy game in Coachella - Farkarlun and Rubio get their first ATX goals - Armadillo World HQ and jersey launch - Why Wolff's style of play isn't going anywhere - Biro joins the team - Did long throws leave with Lima? - more Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersocc...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the signing of Diego Rubio and what it means for the remainder of the Austin FC roster build. They are also joined by Marcelo Teson for the annual Over/Under Predictions game. Other topics and questions include: - RSVP for our live recording on Feb 13th - Austin FC sign Diego Rubio - Why are we excited about another 30yo forward? - Driussi being a troll, or does he know something? - Is Austin FC better now than in 2023? - Louisville City friendly - Over/Un...