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Inside LAFC Podcast #163 by LAFC

En el programa de hoy, Armando resume los enfrentamientos recientes de LAFC contra San José, San Luis y Minnesota, y escuchamos al entrenador de LAFC, Steve Cherundolo. Escuche las entrevistas con Carlos Vela, quien habla sobre la Selección Mexicana, y Aaron Long, quien regresa de la Selección de EE. UU. y Kellyn Acosta. Además, Armando y el equipo hablan de la importancia de dos semanas de descanso antes del próximo partido para que los jugadores puedan recuperarse mental y físicamente.

Max Bretos and Katia Castorena breakdown the match against San Jose, are joined Giorgio Chiellini, and preview St. Louis CITY SC.

En el programa de hoy, Armando habla de la situación que a teniendo LAFC, ocho derrotas en los últimos 12 juegos dentro de todas las competencias. Steve Cherundolo, Ilie Sanchez y Giorgio Chiellini hablan acerca de esta situación. Opoku deja al equipo, pero regresa Mamadou Fall y debuta ante San Jose. Denil Maldonado habla del porque no estuvo con la selección de Honduras. Ademas un repaso de los últimos tres juegos de LAFC en la semana.

Max Bretos and Katia Castorena are joined by Kellyn Acosta and talk about the July 4th match at the Rose Bowl and what lies ahead.

On today's show, Armando talks about the 2 losses for LAFC against Vancouver and Dallas and Cherundolo talks about the reason for the losses and the importance of having a week off. Ryan Hollinshead also talks about the rest they need and the excitement of returning to Dallas. A chat with Denil Maldonado about how he stays in touch with his family and the whole team getting ready for the game vs LA GALAXY this 4th of july.

Not one, not two, but three special guests are on the Max + Vince Podcast this week. Max is away on vacation, so Katia Castorena of ESPN Deportes joins Vince to host the show. They start with a chat on LAFC’s recent form through the most congested part of the season. Katia shares her thoughts on why LAFC’s blip in form now could serve them come the end of the season. Vince and Katia share their thoughts on the 3-2 loss to Vancouver before changing gears to talk Leagues Cup. The new tournament between MLS and Liga MX kicks off at the end of July and already things are getting spicy. Katia tells us what Liga MX players and fans think about the tournament. Finally, we welcome LAFC defender Denil Maldonado to the show to talk about settling in with LAFC, the passion for football in Honduras, and learning from Giorgio Chiellini with a special appearance from the man himself! Rundown: What’s Coming Up | 0:00 Katie’s Take | 3:06 Mistakes Loom Large | 5:42 Lineup Selection | 9:52 Eye Of The Hurricane | 13:29 League

Everyone is in a good mood. Winning has that effect on people. Fresh off a 2-1 road victory in Kansas City, Max and Vince break down the biggest moments of the match. The guys are talking about Steve Cherundolo’s tactical tweaks and halftime substitutions. And only because they have to, they’re talking about VAR, which featured prominently in the contest. Then it’s a preview of the upcoming opponents for LAFC before we bring on special guest Daniel Crisostomo. The guys ask him about his role as a “Swiss Army knife” of sorts for LAFC and some international football talk. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Winning Is Fun | 3:20 Strong Performances | 10:24 VAR Talk | 13:45 Takeaways | 18:16 Upcoming Matches | 25:24 Daniel Crisostomo Joins The Show | 27:04

This week’s podcast title is brought to you by the mind of Max Bretos and 80s band Menudo. LAFC has hit a rough patch. The results haven’t been there. The legs are a little tired. And the games keep coming. Max and Vince talk about the worries they have after the 4-0 loss in Houston and how LAFC players are saying they’ll get past this tough moment. After that, Julian Gaines joins the show. Julian is healthy after a long injury layoff and made his MLS debut in front of family and friends in Houston. The guys ask Julian about his injury and what it took to get back on the field, how he’s adjusting to a new position, and what’s the deal with the No. 80 on his jersey? Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend! Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Initial Reaction | 2:48 Learnings | 6:28 Average Is Bad | 10:45 Houston On The Rise | 13:44 Roster Rules | 18:58 Not Getting Easier | 22:56 Julian Gaines Joins The Show | 32:09

We’re right there with you. There’s no way to ease into it. Max and Vince jump right in with Concacaf Champions League final talk. The guys talk about what they think happened in the 3-1 aggregate defeat. They have thoughts on the formation change in the second leg, what León had that LAFC didn’t, and why it’s so difficult to talk about losses in sports, especially when a trophy is on the line. Then, Max and Vince look to the future, both literally and figuratively. The guys chat about the busy upcoming schedule before welcoming Nathan Ordaz to the show. Nathan got his first professional start in the Open Cup victory over Monterey Bay FC. The guys ask him about the process of becoming a pro, the ups and downs he’s dealt with, and what it’s like to take the field in front of the 3252 at BMO Stadium. As always, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, review, tell a friend and leave the guys a comment. They might read it on the next episode. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Formation Change | 2:02 León Goes Beast Mo

Brace yourselves. This might be the biggest week in LAFC history. Max and Vince are focused on one thing and one thing only… the Concacaf Champions League Final. LAFC Director of Football Operations Marco Garcés is this week’s guest. He knows a thing or two about Liga MX and playing León in finals. Max and Vince get a detailed breakdown from Marco about what it’s like playing a final at León and what to expect from LAFC’s Liga MX opponent. The guys also ask Marco how important the CCL trophy is to Mexico and what it would mean for an MLS team to win it for the second year in a row. Before that, Max and Vince do their own preview with their keys to the final, players to watch, and one reason why either team will lift the trophy. Make sure you listen to this episode before both legs of the final. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 Biggest Week in LAFC History | 2:24 Previewing León | 13:02 Keys to the Final | 18:58 Players To Watch | 21:29 Marco Garcés Joins The Show | 27:35

If you were at BMO Stadium on Tuesday, you witnessed a rarity. LAFC lost 2-0 to the Galaxy, exiting the Open Cup in the Round of 16 for the second year in a row. And yet, the vibe around the stadium was… different. Max and Vince are starting the show off with how LAFC fans should feel after the loss. It was a valiant performance from a team comprised of mostly LAFC2 players and younger first-team players. The guys also talk about who stood out in the match, and our guest, LAFC2 head coach Enrique Duran provides even more context to the performance. Oh, and there was a bit of a situation surrounding a celebration in the match. Max and Vince aren’t shying away from the controversy. They’ll give their thoughts and more. Rundown: What’s On The Show | 0:00 How Should LAFC Fans Feel? | 4:53 Lineup Choices | 9:39 Payaso? | 14:02 Takeaways | 23:00 Enrique Duran Joins The Show | 29:41

As you can tell from the title of this podcast, LAFC is back to winning ways and we’re back with another great show. This week, our BFF Ilie Sánchez joins the show for the first time in 2023. Max and Vince leaned on Ilie last season for a lot of insight and after his gorgeous assist against RSL, what better time to chat with him again? But before Ilie joins the guys, Max and Vince take you through LAFC’s 3-0 win over Real Salt Lake. The guys share their thoughts on what LAFC continues to be the difference for LAFC despite teams giving the Black & Gold their best shot. The guys also preview the upcoming weekday match against a resurgent Sporting KC and have a brief chat about the recently released MLS player salaries. Rundown What’s On The Show | 0:00 Special Weekend For Max | 2:17 LAFC Gets RSL’s Best Shot | 4:19 Takeaways From RSL | 13:39 SKC Preview | 21:12 Salary Talk | 25:30 Ilie Joins The Show | 29:31

Just when you thought you'd seen everything. LAFC sent a team full of teenagers up the coast to Monterey Bay FC and against all the odds advanced on penalties to the Open Cup Round of 16. Max and Vince take you through what the victory means to LAFC and to the LAFC2 players that made the Club proud. After that, the guys look forward to LAFC's trip to Utah to face Real Salt Lake. Having called a handful of RSL matches already this season, Max has your scouting report as LAFC looks to get back to winning ways. Then Eldin Jakupović makes his first appearance on the MVP. Fresh off his penalty shootout heroics against Monterey Bay, Edlin gives us the inside story of the match, what he told the young players in extra time and before the shootout, and why he won't be letting any of them control the radio anytime soon. Rundown: What's On The Show | 0:00 The Kids Are Alright | 1:58 LAFC Draws The Galaxy | 9:00 San Jose Thoughts | 14:53 RSL Scouting Report | 17:00 Eldin Jakupović Joins The Show | 22:24

LAFC is going to the Concacaf Champions League final! But you already knew that. Max and Vince are here to break it all down. The guys give their first impressions after the 3-0 leg two win over the Philadelphia Union. Who were the standout players? How did LAFC get the job done? What was the difference? Max and Vince answer all those questions before giving their thoughts on LAFC's final opponent León. Despite making the CCL final, LAFC won't get a break anytime soon. The Black & Gold are back in action this weekend against an improved San Jose team and then kick off the Open Cup campaign at Monterey Bay FC. Max and Vince will prepare you for those matches before bringing on their special guest. Fresh off his goal against the Union, Timothy Tillman joins the show. The guys ask Timothy about the matches against Philly, reaching a final, and what life has been like for him in LA. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend! Rundown: What's Coming Up | 0:00 First Impressions | 1:58 The Differenc

This might be the biggest week of LAFC’s 2023 season to date. A trip to the Concacaf Champions League final is on the line in a highly anticipated two-legged contest and the Max + Vince Podcast has you covered from all angles in a “CCL final or bust” episode. LAFC fought back to earn a point over the weekend in Nashville but that was just an appetizer to the main course. Without an MLS match until May 6, LAFC faces the Philadelphia Union twice, away and home, in a week. Max and Vince tell you why this rematch of the 2022 MLS Cup is huge for MLS and Concacaf. Then the guys get down to business analyzing the two sides. Is Philly peaking at the right time? Does LAFC have a tactical edge? What are the biggest matchups across the pitch? The guys answer all these questions before bringing on former Max +1 analyst and Philadelphia Union midfielder Maurice Edu. With his shared allegiances, the guys ask Mo how he’s feeling going into the match and what he thinks the two teams will be looking to accomplish on the pitch

Like many of you, Max and Vince are still buzzing after the win in Carson. The guys share their experiences at the derby, including hanging with Supporters and getting to watch the game as a fan. After Takeaways, the guys are answering your questions. Max and Vince put out the call for LAFC questions on social media and you had lots for them. It looks like the guys will be doing Fan Questions on a monthly basis, so if you didn’t get your question answered this time you’ll have another chance. Finally, Ryan Hollingshead is the guest in the final segment. The defender scored the eventual game-winner against the Galaxy on his birthday. Max and Vince ask Ryan about playing a home match away from home and how the team managed to get over the hump in Carson. Finally, to celebrate Ryan’s birthday, we have a round of birthday questions. As always, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, review… and tell a friend! Rundown What’s Coming Up | 0:00 Derby Memories | 1:27 Takeways | 11:06 Fan Questions | 17:38 Ryan Hollingshead

A string of 3-0 wins for LAFC has Max and Vince in good spirits ahead of a big derby match. The guys recap the recent results against Austin FC and Vancouver. Denis Bouanga can't stop scoring and Steve Cherundolo has his team fully bought in. The guys discuss their biggest Takeaways from the last two matches. After a chat about what makes early MVP frontrunner Denis Bouanga so special, we welcome another lethal goalscorer to the show. Apple TV MLS lead analyst Taylor Twellman joins Max and Vince. The guys stay on the topic of Denis Bouanga to start. Has Taylor seen anything like him in MLS before? Then it's a preview of LAFC's trip to face the Galaxy. What should we expect from a match that never goes to script? Taylor gives us his thoughts. Finally, the guys wrap up the show by asking Taylor his "best" and "worst" of the MLS season so far. Rundown: What's Coming Up On The Show | 0:00 Recapping Recent Results | 3:31 Takeaways | 11:22 Bouanga Can't Stop Scoring | 20:45 Taylor Twellman Joins The Show | 27:45

Armando looks back on the win against Dallas… Ilie Sánchez talks about his experience of becoming an American citizen…. Steve Cherundolo and Ryan Hollingshead give their impressions on the road tie in Colorado…And Armando breaks down the MLS standings and LAFC’s difficult four game in 15 day upcoming schedule. Hablamos del juego contra Dallas….Ilie Sánchez habla acerca de su experiencia de ser ciudadano americano…Impresiones de Steve Cherundolo y Ryan Hollinshead del juego contra Colorado….Posiciones en la MLS y los 4 partidos que tendrá LAFC en 15 días.