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    Extratime, the Official Podcast of Major League Soccer (MLS), is the premier soccer podcast covering the beautiful game in North America. Every Monday and Thursday, hosts Andrew Wiebe and David Gass are joined by a rotating cast of Charlie Davies, Matt Doyle and Calen Carr to discuss the latest headlines in Major League Soccer (MLS), Concacaf and the United States and Canadian national teams. Tune in for A-list guests that include the biggest players, coaches, GMs and journalists in our region, as well as soccer discussions free to go wherever the banter leads!
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    Impossible is an opinion! Massive MLS Cup recap as Crew win via the beautiful game

    Impossible is an opinion! Massive MLS Cup recap as Crew win via the beautiful game

    Merry Crewsmas! For the second time in four seasons, the Crew are MLS Cup Champions! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle dive DEEP into the final, including the atmosphere, how the match played out, and what's next for both clubs.

    7:35 - Crew Fans deserve this

    12:48 - Columbus Crew culture

    18:25 - Wilfried Nancy won MLS Cup his way

    27:48 - Game breakdown

    54:14 - What now for LAFC after losing 3 finals in a year?

    1:12:51 - 2024 outlook for Columbus

    1:21:18 - Early favorites for 2024 MLS Cup

    1:24:05 - No 4th DP, but other rule changes coming?

    1:24:42 - Hello, offseason!

     

    LAFC dynasty watch, Nancy masterclass, Vela’s last game (?) & much more in ETR’s MLS Cup preview

    LAFC dynasty watch, Nancy masterclass, Vela’s last game (?) & much more in ETR’s MLS Cup preview

    MLS Cup is here! Who is going to win it all? Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle take a deep dive at the MLS Cup in Columbus vs LAFC, the legacy in Denis Bouanga and Carlos Vela and the big season in Cucho Hernandez and Christian Ramirez!

     

    • 3:41 - Did you Imagine this final back in the beginning of the season?

    • 4:48 - What are we most excited about?

    • 13:22 - The legacy in Denis Bouanga and Carlos Vela

    • 23:52 - Does Wilfried Nancy needs this MLS Cup for career validation?

    • 29:14 - If LAFC wins… the dynasty begins!

    • 37:25 - Is LAFC  the villain in MLS?

    • 43:27 - Let’s talk lineups’ weaknesses!

    • 54:34 - The battle of the match: Cucho vs. Chiellini!

    • 57:28 - Star spotlight: Bouanga!

    • 1:03:53 - Star spotlight: Cucho!

    • 1:06:50 - X Factor time!

    • 1:09:55 - Which Carlos Vela is showing up in MLS Cup?

    • 1:19:22 - Market News!

     

    Extratime
    enDecember 06, 2023

    Hell is Real (for Cincy)! LAFC sucks the life out of Dynamo! Conf Final deep dive + MLS Cup first look

    Hell is Real (for Cincy)! LAFC sucks the life out of Dynamo! Conf Final deep dive + MLS Cup first look

    MLS Cup is set! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down Columbus' thrilling derby win, LAFC's professional victory, and take a first look at the MLS Cup matchup. 

    7:12 - Columbus 3-2 Cincinnati - The greatest comeback in playoff history?

    11:12 - Ultimate dad week for Christian Ramirez: 2 goals and 1 baby!

    16:17 - Crew comeback classic

    28:38 -Cincy’s Hell became REAL

    41:30 - Darlington Nagbe is an MLS Cup lucky charm

    50:12 - LAFC sucks the life out of Houtson’s Tiki-Taka style…

    58:22 - LAFC is one win away from the back-to-back MLS Cups

    1:02:22 - Despite the elimination, this was a successful season for Houston

    1:09:17 - MLS Cup Preview

    1:15:22 - Mailbag!

     

    Miazga, Lucho + Cucho, Bouanga & RIP Benny Ball! Your definitive guide to the Conference Finals

    Miazga, Lucho + Cucho, Bouanga & RIP Benny Ball! Your definitive guide to the Conference Finals

    Who will go through to MLS Cup? Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle are back with a full, in-depth breakdown of both Conference Finals!

    6:34 - The biggest stage for Hell is Real

    14:48 -  Big News ahead of the Eastern Conference Final

    18:43 - How will Cincy approach the match?

    30:20 -  Coaching matchup: Pat Noonan vs. Wilfred Nancy 

    37:30  - Star spotlight: Lucho vs. Cucho

    41:13 - X-Factor Columbus: Aiden Morris 

    43:17 - X-Factor Cincinnati: Alvaro Barreal 

    46:16 - LAFC: Repeat or choke? 

    50:13 - Is this the biggest turnaround in MLS history if Houston makes it to MLS Cup?

    1:06:50 - X-Factor: set pieces + Ryan Hollingshead in LAFC

    1:08:08 - X-Factor in Houston:  Quiñones, Baird or.. Escobar?

    1:14:30 - New around the league… Thomas Chancalay stays, Oscar Pareja... maybe?

     

    Hell is Real! Bouanga banger! Bedoya beef? Going deep on Conf Semis

    Hell is Real! Bouanga banger! Bedoya beef? Going deep on Conf Semis

    The final four teams are set! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down all the action from the a dramatic set of Conference Semis and look ahead to Saturday's Conference Finals!

    4:30 - Cucho slams the door on Orlando

    12:04 - Shoutout to the Houston home crowd!

    15:29 - SKC out, but turnaround worth remembering

    16:41 - Cincy survives on controversial goal

    37:20 - Is there a rift between the team and front office in Philly?

    45:35 - Columbus are so fun to watch

    51:40 - Orlando’s lack of creativity puts Pareja’s job in jeopardy

    1:02:30 - Denis Bouanga carries LAFC past Seattle

    1:04:35 - End of an era for Seattle… what now?

    1:19:48 - Houston through… should SKC have had a PK?

     

    Will the cream rise? MLS Cup playoffs are back! Win or go home!

    Will the cream rise? MLS Cup playoffs are back! Win or go home!

    Conference Semis are almost here! David Gass and Matt Doyle join Andrew Wiebe to break down every playoff matchup as MLS returns from the international break!

    6:55 - MLS things we're grateful for this Thanksgiving

    10:45 - Let’s talk Conference Semifinals!

    11:00 - Possession-oriented attack in Columbus vs. a strong home team in Orlando

    30:34- Key absences define the Cincinnati - Philadelphia East Semifinal

    48:03- Midfield battle in the West: Dynamo and Kansas City

    1:05:05 - Third time the charm for LAFC against Seattle in the playoffs?

    1:19:50 - Chris Armas is the new Rapids Head Coach

     

    Red Bulls clean house, Fire stand pat & DP rumors as MLS offseason kicks off!

    Red Bulls clean house, Fire stand pat & DP rumors as MLS offseason kicks off!

    Mailbag time! With the international break in full swing, Andrew Wiebe and David Gass answer YOUR questions including the future outlook for Atlanta, where the Red Bulls go next, and which teams could become contenders in 2024.

    2:11 - Is Luis Suarez coming to MLS?

    9:29 - Atlanta United Post-mortem 

    24:42 - Who is most likely to win MLS Cup - ranking the teams left

    30:59 - Red Bulls clean house - what now for 2024?

    42:25 - Where is Troy Lesesne going?

    43:42 - How do Chicago Fire get things turned around for next season?

    52:52 - Should Minnesota United be concerned?

    1:00:22 - NYC and Talles Magno locked and loaded for 2024

    1:02:41 - Portland aren't far from a turnaround

    1:05:53 - Is Richie Laryea worth a DP spot?

    1:06:46 - Key an eye on the Galaxy's open DP spots

     

    Round One Breakdown + Conference Semis Preview!

    Round One Breakdown + Conference Semis Preview!

    Conference Semifinals are set! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Tom Bogert break down the final matches of Round One and get you set for all four Conference Semifinal showdowns!

    9:14 - Sounders edge Dallas in tight Match 3, defending champs LAFC up next

    16:28  - How should LAFC approach the Conference Semis?

    23:20 - Dallas face a ton of big questions heading into next season

    29:57 - Houston move on… goalscoring concerns remain

    32:12 - RSL are in a great spot for 2024

    40:33 - Houston v SKC - a classic MLS Playoff matchup

    46:27 - Columbus beat Atlanta in a 3-match shootout

    54:08 - Can Orlando keep their run going against the Crew? 

    57:42 - Matt Miazga wins 2024 Defender of the Year

    58:20 - Cincy and Philly meet with huge question marks for both teams

    1:04:52 - Offseason odds and ends - lots of front office changes 

    1:16:28 - Which MLS team should sign Chicharito?

     

    Do-or-die Match 3s! Who goes home?

    Do-or-die Match 3s! Who goes home?

    Round One is almost over, but we have 3 win-or-go home matches first! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro break down every series and get you set for the weekend!

     

    7:11 - Celebrating Messi’s Noche d’Or 

    9:00 -  Red Bull Arena’s atmosphere was awesome

    12:57 - MLS producing homegrown talent for USMNT 

    17:11  - Alamada returns, Atlanta survive

    21:30 - What happened to STL?

    39:40 - Are LAFC in position to repeat?

    52:36 - Can this Union team win MLS Cup?

    1:02:40 - Are Cincinnati in trouble? 

    1:05:35  -  Pure Red Bull-ing in the playoffs 

    1:08:00 - How far can Orlando go?

    1:15:45 - Round 1 - Game 3s coming up

     

    Win or go home in Match 2! Big takeaways, bold predictions and coaching carousel

    Win or go home in Match 2! Big takeaways, bold predictions and coaching carousel

    Do-or-die time! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Matt Doyle break down all the first matches of Round One and which teams can survive and force Match 3!

     

    6:51 -  Hector Herrera conquers 

    12:02 - Alvaro Barreal masterclass

    17:12 - Kansas City were the lone away win in Round One!

    19:40 - 3-Match format breakdown

    26:19 - Cincinnati are not messing around

    39:22 - Seattle looking very back 

    50:18 - SKC stun St. Louis

    58:39  - Set pieces kill the Caps

    1:06:54 - Houston make soccer fun

    1:13:08 - Cucho keeps adding to his goal count

    1:26:22 - Do New England have a chance

     

    How much does format matter? 1st Round playoff preview (plus Wildcard madness)

    How much does format matter? 1st Round playoff preview (plus Wildcard madness)

    Best-of-3 time! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro recap two awesome Wild Card Matches, preview every Round One matchup, and talk to Orlando City's Duncan McGuire!

    3:58 -  Alan Pulido takes a ridiculous PK in SKC’s victory

    8:35 - Tolkin takes New York by storm

    18:03 - Round One format breakdown

    26:22 - A rivalry match in the playoffs… St. Louis v Kansas City

    37:05 - Goals, goals, and more goals coming in Columbus v Atlanta 

    45:33 - LAFC biggest weakness exposed vs Vancouver?

    54:47 - INTERVIEW: Duncan McGuire on the art of goal scoring

    1:06:29 - Forecasting a choppy battle in Nashville vs Orlando

    1:12:58 - Plenty of room on the Houston bandwagon bus

    1:21:09 - Seattle v Dallas… who is scoring? 

    1:19:00 - Is the pressure on… Red Bulls or Cincinnati  

    1:33:22 - Philly vs New England could go either way

     

    Decision Day chaos! ETR’s first look at the MLS Cup Playoffs field…

    Decision Day chaos! ETR’s first look at the MLS Cup Playoffs field…

    Decision Day madness! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, and Tom Bogert break down all the late drama, shocking wins and disappointing collapses. The guys also preview the Wild Card Matches and reveal the final Golden Boot Draft Standings!

    6:25 - Tolkin to the rescue…Red Bulls continue playoff streak!!

    12:17 - Montréal knocked out at the hands of their former coach

    27:02 - Charlotte make it happen against Messi… Next up: Red Bulls

    32:21 - Which Wild Card team would Cincinnati rather play?

    33:57 - Kansas City handles business

    38:14   - San Jose are in despite a disappointing season

    47:00 - Which Wild Card team would St. Louis rather play?

    47:52 - The seeding race in the East

    57:44 - Nashville and the underachievement loop

    1:03:22 - The seeding race in the West

    1:03:37  - Are the Sounders still THAT team come playoff time?

    It all comes down to this! Decision Day Preview + Our MLS Best XI

    It all comes down to this! Decision Day Preview + Our MLS Best XI

    Decision Day is finally here! Andrew Wiebe, Matt Doyle, David Gass, and Stefano Fusaro take a crack at predicting the few playoff spots left in the East and how the crazy Wild West will shake out! The guys also name our MLS Best XI teams and say farwell to USMNT legend Michael Bradley.

    2:36 - Our Decision Day memory vault

    12:25 - Eastern Conference: seeding + the final two spots

    12:44 - Messi set to play against a desperate Charlotte team

    21:22 - Toughest match of Decision Day: Montreal v Columbus?

    23:45 - Chaos potential in New York v Chicago

    34:21 - Reminiscing on Michael Bradley's legendary career 

    44:26 - Wild West Decision Day preview

    46:14 - Match of the day out West: Kansas City v Minnesota

    57:31- Seeding and playoff spots on the line in every match in the West

    1:06:33 - Not one, not two, not three, but FOUR MLS Best XIs! 

     

    Awards szn is here! MVP, Newcomer, Executive, Best Trade & much, much more…

    Awards szn is here! MVP, Newcomer, Executive, Best Trade & much, much more…

    Our favorite show of the year: Awards! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert guide you through our picks for 22 different categories!

    7:21 - Landon Donovan MLS MVP

    11:08 - GK of the Year 

    14:06 - Defender of the Year

    17:43 - Sigi Schmid Coach of the Year

    21:04 - Newcomer of the Year

    23:15 - Young Player of the Year

    26:22 - Comeback Player of the Year

    31:52 - Gass Theorem Award

    35:30 - American of the Year

    39:26 - Canadian of the Year

    42:22 - Concacaf Player of the Year

    45:45- Left/Right back of the Year 

    49:46 - D-Mid of the Year

    52:15 - First-Year Pro/College Player of the Year 

    55:57 - Golden Years Player of the Year (35+)

    59:05 - Ilsinho Super Sub of the Year

    1:01:03 - Level-Up Player of the Year

    1:04:26 - Executive of the Year 

    1:11:12 -  Blockbuster Transaction of the Year

    1:13:44 - Bargain Bin Transaction of the Year

    1:16:23 - Personality of the Year 

    1:20:00 - Dallas’ disappointing season

     

    The top MLS Cup Contenders RIGHT NOW + 22 Under 22 List breakdown

    The top MLS Cup Contenders RIGHT NOW + 22 Under 22 List breakdown

    Mailbag show! Andrew is still on vacation so Matt Doyle, Tom Bogert, and Stefano Fusaro answer your questions including who the favorites are for MLS Cup, the latest on the D.C. GM search, and the most interesting coaching vacancies

    06:10 - Best XI Ballot

    15:50 - Our playoff & MLS Cup contenders

    26:19 -  How far can Houston's midfield take them?

    32:50 - Salt Lake in the playoffs… without Chicho?

    37:45 - Latest on the D.C. United GM search

    45:05 - Tough situation in Chicago

    53:20 - The most intriguing coaching vacancy

    1:01:53 - Breaking down the 22 Under 22 List

    1:09:00 - USMNT roster reax

     

    Big questions for D.C. United and Minnesota United after shock coach exits

    Big questions for D.C. United and Minnesota United after shock coach exits

    Wayne Rooney OUT at D.C., Adrian Heath OUT at Minnesota and Messi's Inter Miami's are OUT of the playoffs! Matt Doyle, Tom Bogert and Calen Carr break down what's next for all 3 clubs, as well as the other teams eliminated from playoff contention.

    10:59 - Is Oscar Pareja the top coaching candidate on the market?

    22:44 - D.C. wins… Rooney is out. Now what?

    39:17 - With two games left Adrian Heath is out, but Minnesota is still alive!?

    50:22 - LA Galaxy: a disastrous season

    58:52 - The miracle that never happened: Messi Miami’s ELIMINATED

    1:05:55 - Austin OUT, but Josh Wolff will be back

    1:10:22 - Evaluating Luchi’s first season with the Quakes

    1:16:37 - East Playoff Roundup

     

    Fire back from the dead! Gauld 4 MVP? MLS gets existential in MD 36…

    Fire back from the dead! Gauld 4 MVP? MLS gets existential in MD 36…

    It's awards szn! Andrew Wiebe, Calen Carr, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro debate potential award candidates, break down the latest in the playoff race, and do a live MVP candidate unboxing! 

    3:15 - East bubble teams show some life!

    5:40 - Chicago aren’t dead yet

    16:52 - Denis Bouanga drags LAFC to a much-needed win

    21:05 - John Herdman not quite ready to coach Toronto

    23:15 - Crew hand New England first home loss

    30:05 - The Ryan Gauld MVP case

    36:00 - What is the best attacking duo in MLS?

    44:30 - West Playoff race breakdown

    51:00 - East Playoff race breakdown

    56:35 - Supporters’ Shield vs MLS Cup

    1:05:00 - Our favorite potential playoff matchups

    1:17:50 - What’s the future for Wayne Rooney and D.C. United?

     

    Diego Valeri … ETR host?! Cincy’s Shield, CITY take top seed & top MLS Cup contenders

    Diego Valeri … ETR host?! Cincy’s Shield, CITY take top seed & top MLS Cup contenders

    It's a Diego Valeri debut! The MLS legend joins Andrew Wiebe and David Gass to preview his new show, crown Cincinnati Shield winners, and celebrate St. Louis' amazing season. 

    0:28 - Diego Valeri joins the show! 

    10:40 - How Diego Valeri almost ended up playing for Seattle

    13:39 - How MLS has changed since 2013

    19:49 - Cincinnati are Supporters’ Shield champs!

    37:09 - Celebrating St. Louis’ incredible season 

    45:08 - Orlando City set a club points record

    47:17 - Diego’s top MLS Cup contenders

    58:00 - Teams who disappointed on Matchday 35

    1:04:25 - Matchday 36 Preview

     

    Dynamo hold it down in USOC final! Plus, MLS Cup contenders come into focus...

    Dynamo hold it down in USOC final! Plus, MLS Cup contenders come into focus...

    Houston are champions! Andrew Wiebe, David Gass, Matt Doyle, and Stefano Fusaro celebrate the Dynamo's upset win and Ben Olsen's amazing coaching job. The guys then dive into LAFC's Campeones Cup disappointment and the biggest games of Matchday 35.

    2:48 - Houston are Open Cup Champions!

    14:19 - Ben Olsen deserves a ton of credit

    26:09 - Is Miami’s season a success despite a disappointing USOC loss?

    39:15: - Our predictions: MLS Cup Contenders

    51:00 - Another final, another LigaMX team, another loss for LAFC in Campeones Cup

    1:03:01 -  MLS NEXT Pro's unique playoff twist

    1:09:15 - Games to watch in Matchday 35!

    1:18:30 - MLS Squad Picks, join!

    1:21:33 -  Mailbag

     

    Extratime
    enSeptember 28, 2023

    Timbers on FIRE, Lucho-4-MVP & U.S. Open Cup & Campeones Cup Preview

    Timbers on FIRE, Lucho-4-MVP & U.S. Open Cup & Campeones Cup Preview

    Miami control their own destiny! Portland are the hottest team in the league! Andrew Wiebe, Matt Doyle, and Tom Bogert break down the wild swings in the playoff race, and preview Wednesday’s U.S. Open Cup & Campeones Cup. 

    1:53 - Why Philly can win MLS Cup

    8:00 - Shoutout to D.C. and Austin fans

    9:23 - Lucho Acosta gets new contract, balls out

    20:23 - St. Louis’ fantastic season continues

    30:05 - East playoff race update

    39:16 - Miami officially control their own playoff destiny

    43:29 - U.S. Open Cup Final Preview

    48:50 - West playoff race update

    46:03 - Miles Joseph is coaching himself into a full-time job

    55:50 - RSL bounceback, Jefferson Savarino drama

    1:05:20 - Campeones Cup: LAFC’s chance to exorcise Liga MX demons 

    1:09:25 - MLS NEXT PRO Decision Day drama! 

    10:10:20  Golden Boot Draft update