MLS Now Podcast

Gavin and Russell discuss week 3 of MLS action and all the storylines that came with it

Gavin and Russell discuss week 2 of MLS action and all the storylines that came with it

Gavin and Russell discuss opening week of MLS action and all the storylines that come with it
- Replacement referees
- Match thoughts
- Betting picks

David is Joined by our friend Colin from @Keepingtabspod to discuss everything surrounding Houston Dynamo.  

Gavin and Russell discuss the latest news in MLS
- Open Cup
- CONCACAF Champions Cup
- Will Inter Miami be roster compliant??
- Replacement referees
- more!

Russell, Maddy, and Tim discuss various rule changes proposed for the upcoming MLS season. They start by brainstorming absurd rule changes, such as adding a third goal and allowing players to use magic. They then delve into the confirmed rule changes, including displaying stoppage time in stadiums, implementing time limits for injury treatment and substitutions, and making VAR announcements in stadiums. The hosts express their excitement for these changes and discuss their potential impact on the game. They also ponder the sustainability of the current financial landscape in soccer and the challenges it poses for teams without significant financial backing. The conversation covers a range of topics related to salary spend in soccer leagues, financial disparity, different spending models, emotional connections in sports, MLS salary cap, revenue and spending in sports, and a proposed solution to the MLS scheduling crisis. The discussion also touches on the possibility of pro/rel in MLS and determining the Supporter Shield winner. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics related to magic and friendship. They explore the idea that the real magic lies in the friendships we make along the way. The conversation concludes with closing remarks and a reminder to connect with the hosts on social media.

Gavin and Russell waffle on about offseason MLS topics

The conversation covers various topics related to football, including the US-UK divide in sports, the origins of football and the role of Sheffield FC, rivalries and derbies in football, supporting Sheffield Wednesday, Sheffield's history and recognition in football, the evolution of football rules, unusual rules in football, memorable football matches, the importance of promotion and relegation, Scottish football, cup competitions, and the Super League.

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Gavin and Russell stream live on YouTube for the first time to discuss the latest MLS topics as well as make a vibes-based tier list.

Please join us on YouTube every Monday ~9:00pm est 

Gavin and Russell go through multiple teams and talk briefly on what their offseason has looked like thus far.

Gavin and Russell discuss the latest round of  MLS news

Gavin, Russell, and David get together to reminisce on the 2023 MLS season and talk some nonsense per usual.

*Huge thank you to all our listeners and contributors this year!

Russell, Gavin, and Tim (@sing_electric) react to the news that MLS will be made to play in the US Open Cup.  They also discuss the importance of the US Open Cup for bench players and the challenges of scheduling in MLS. They touch on the competitiveness of the league, the perception of MLS internationally, and the opportunities for young players to develop.

In this episode, Russell and Gavin discuss various topics in MLS. They start with some light-hearted banter about tequila and potential sponsorships. They then delve into the concept of transfer fees as wage theft and how transfer fees can limit a team's spending on player salaries. The conversation then shifts to MLS free agency and potential moves for players.  The conversation covers various topics including the CONCACAF Champions Cup, MLS decision to pull out of the US Open Cup, interesting free agent names, TST (The Soccer Tournament), and the idea of an over 40s professional soccer league.

Russell and Will Parker (@Fly89_) discuss the upcoming MLS SuperDraft

Russell, Timothy (@sing_electric), and Travis (@skcspins) discuss Friday's news to only use MLS Next Pro teams in the 2024 US Open Cup tournament

Russel and Gavin break down the big game, which saw Columbus Crew take the 2023 MLS Cup win

Gavin and Russell discuss the Conference Finals

Gavin and Russell discuss this week's MLS-related news before previewing the Conference Finals

Gavin and Russell discuss the MLS Cup Conference Semifinals and all the controversy's surrounding them