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This week on 'In Touch' with Steve Cherundolo. Vince asks Steve about Gareth Bale's debut goal for LAFC in a 2-0 win at Sporting KC. Despite being top of the table, the LAFC head coach thinks his team still has yet to realize its full potential. Steve tells Vince what aspects LAFC can add to its game to achieve a 90-minute performance. After that, it's on to this week's challenge. We're changing it up a bit. In honor of Gareth Bale's first MLS goal, Steve AND Vince are participating in a Welsh Words Challenge. Can Steve and Vince properly pronounce and guess what the Welsh words mean?

For the second week in a row, Max and Vince are talking about an LAFC road win. Goals from Chicho Arango and Gareth Bales, as well as a clean sheet from Maxime Crepeau, got the job done 2-0 in Kansas City. Max and Vince take you through all the talking points from the match in their 3 Takeaways. Then the man between the pipes joins the guys to talk about that win against SKC. The guys also ask about saving shots from the likes of Chicho Arango, Gareth Bale, and Carlos Vela in training. Also, what it's been like commanding a backline with the addition of Giorgio Chiellini. All that and more on a new episode of Inside LAFC: The Max + Vince Podcast. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend!

It wasn't a dream. Giorgio Chiellini and Gareth Bale made their LAFC debuts in a 2-1 win away to Nashville. On this week's 'In Touch' with Steve Cherundolo, Vince is asking Steve about moments in his life that were surrounded with anticipation and if they lived up to the hype.

Someone check on Vince, he must still be buzzing after this episode. This week, Max and Vince get a chance to talk with Giorgio Chiellini. The Italian defender made his LAFC debut in a 2-1 win over Nashville on Sunday. Max and Vince get an inside perspective on Giorgio's role with the team, what he loves about playing for Steve Cherundolo, how much he enjoyed the derby, and more. It's almost 20 minutes of amazing conversation with a defender that has seen and done it all. Before welcoming Giorgio to the show, Max and Vince go over their 3 Takeaways from the win. Was it all smooth sailing? The guys have thoughts. And what to make of Giorgio's and Gareth Bale's debut in the grand scheme of things for LAFC and MLS. All that and more on a new episode of Inside LAFC: The Max + Vince Podcast... don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend!

After a 3-2 win over the Galaxy, Vince has lots of football questions for Steve this week. The guys talk about that win and what it means to the team and supporters. Steve is also asked about the three All-Star selections on the team and the arrival of Gareth Bale. Then it's time for the theme this week. It's been 18 episodes and we've had numerous chances to know Steve really well, but what about his coaching staff? This week, Vince is asking Steve about his assistant coaches with a slew of superlative questions. Some are straightforward. And some get a bit... interesting. Check it out on this brand new episode of 'In Touch with Steve Cherundolo.'

Commemorating his second All-Star selection with a second appearance on the Max + Vince Podcast, Ilie Sanchez is on the pod this week. Before having Ilie on, Max and Vince go over the 3-2 win over the Galaxy with their 3 Takeaways from the match. The guys also take us through all the news surrounding LAFC, including the All-Star selections of Ilie Sanchez, Chiqui Palacios, and Carlos Vela. After that, Ilie joins the guys for a good chat. Max and Vince ask about the pressure and atmosphere of the Galaxy match. Why was the team relieved but not entirely happy after that game? Ilie explains. The guys also ask Ilie about his All-Star selection and the influence of Gareth Bale and Giorgio Chiellini on the team so far. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and share the podcast!

It's derby week! Steve Cherundolo is getting his team ready to take all three points against the Galaxy. To celebrate the rivalry, we're talking only the best. Vince asks Steve about the best spots in LA for food, family, and more.

Lots to talk about for LAFC this week. The result in Vancouver wasn't what anyone wanted. But Max and Vince have silver linings to the last-minute loss across the border. It's also Galaxy Week. We've got a light preview of what we think both managers are thinking ahead of Friday's derby. The guys also talk about watching Giorgio Chiellini train with LAFC. In the second segment, Eddie Segura joins the show. The LAFC center back talks about returning to the pitch after nearly a year away with injury. What did he miss most while he was away, was he worried about the turf in Vancouver, and what did he think when the crowd chanted his name at Banc against FC Dallas? Listen to find out on an all-new episode of Inside LAFC: The Max + Vince Podcast.

Another week, another big announcement at LAFC. But before Vince and Steve talk about that, LAFC defeated the New York Red Bulls 2-0 over the weekend. Vince asks Steve about Chiqui Palacios's goal and what it means to the young fullback. Then it's on to the big news. LAFC has signed five-time Champions League winner Gareth Bale. Vince asks Steve where he was when he heard the news Bale had signed for LAFC. And in that spirit, Steve is asked where he was and what he thought about a slew of major sports and pop culture events.

The title says it all, doesn't it? Carlos Vela is joining us the same day LAFC announced his new contract. But that's not all. We've also had John Thorrington on the show to talk about securing Gareth Bale's signature and what LAFC is thinking as the Secondary Transfer Window opens on July 7. We'd add more to the description but you should already be listening! But just in case, Max and Vince also break down their 3 Takeaways from the 2-0 win over NYRB on Sunday. The guys also preview the midweek match with FC Dallas. And of course, the guys share their thoughts on the Gareth Bale signing.

Like LAFC, the Max + Vince Podcast returns with the usual match analysis and great guests! While Max Bretos is on his European tour, Jordan Harvey was kind enough to join Vince. Jordan and Vince break down the 1-1 draw in Seattle. It was an intense match between two of the best in MLS. Jordan lends his expertise to the podcast and helps Vince talk through some of the interesting moments in the match. Then Sebastien Ibeagha joins the show. Seb has been stepping up in big moments for LAFC in the last few matches. The guys ask Seb about playing in Seattle and how the team felt following the draw. Seb also gets into his "always ready" mentality when it comes to helping the team when called on. And because Seb is easily one of the most fashionable players in MLS, the guys go down a style rabbit hole and talk about their best and worst looks.

By now, you've likely heard the big news. Former Italy and Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini has signed with LAFC. And Max and Vince have the inside story of how it went down, directly from LAFC SVP & Assistant GM Will Kuntz. But first, let's talk about the other big news coming out of MLS this week. Max and Vince were just as surprised as you all were with the announcement of Apple TV partnering with MLS for the next 10 years. The guys give their initial takes as more details about the new TV deal continue to come in. After that, the guys finally have games to talk about. Max and Vince preview the trip to Seattle and what LAFC looks like coming out of this international break. In the second segment, the guys welcome Will Kuntz to the show. Max and Vince ask Will about his trip to London to complete the Chiellini signing. Will shares what to expect from Giorgio on and off the pitch and why this is the right move for Giorgio and the Black & Gold. Max and Vince also ask Will about signing a third DP this summ

Max and Vince are back after a short break. Like the team, the guys took the week off to rest up for the summer. While LAFC won't play again until June 18, Max and Vince have a great guest to help fans get a better understanding of what goes on behind the scenes at the club. This week, LAFC Performance Director Gavin Benjafield joins the show. Gavin joined LAFC ahead of its first season, having spent time with Watford and Ajax before coming to MLS. After a grueling May in which LAFC played eight matches in 28 days, Max and Vince talk to Gavin about what it takes to keep a squad at its best when there are limited days for training and rest. Gavin shares some of his methodology for the players that are playing lots of matches in a short period but also how to work with the players that aren't seeing the pitch as much during that time and need extra work on the side. But, of course, injuries are part of the sport no matter how much you plan. Max and Vince ask Gavin about the approach to rehabbing an injured play

Welcome back to another episode of the Max + Vince Podcast. It's another busy week for LAFC as the month of May comes to a close. First though, we've got a great guest again this week. LAFC assistant coach Marc Dos Santos joins us in the second segment. It's Marc's second stint with LAFC. Max and Vince ask what it was like coming back to the Club. Marc shares the conversations he had with Steve Cherundolo and how their projects perfectly aligned. Marc also gives us some insight into how the coaching staff works together on a daily basis and how there are no egos in the staff. Max and Vince also get a chance to ask Marc about Canada in the upcoming World Cup and we get an expert's breakdown of the Champions League final. That's all in the second segment. Before that, Max and Vince break down the win over the Crew and talk about Steve's tactical master plan for the match. Then it's time to talk about the big US Open Cup match at the Galaxy. Will LAFC capitalize on its second chance in Carson? How do the two sid

Welcome back to another episode of the Max + Vince Podcast. It's another busy week around the LAFC Performance Center. Max and Vince recorded on Tuesday before LAFC took on Austin FC in a pivotal Western Conference matchup. The guys talk a little bit about the Austin match, including injury updates for players like Brian Rodriguez and Eddie Segura. Before that, we touch on the loss to Colorado. It was going to happen sooner or later, and whether it was altitude, fatigue, or something else, this was a dud for the Black & Gold. Max and Vince give their thoughts on the drain of an MLS season, especially when midweek matches start to become a thing. Because we're recording during a busy week and we won't get a chance to talk about Austin until next week, the guys welcome a very special guest. LAFC Director of Football Operations Marco Garcés joins the show. We had so much to cover, we're thinking we need to bring Marco back a few times. But in this episode, we talk to Marco about his background in Liga MX. He sh

This week on 'In Touch with Steve Cherundolo,' we're talking #1s. Sitting atop the Supporters' Shield table, LAFC took on the top team from the East this past week. Vince chats with Steve about LAFC's recent set-piece dominance before getting to our theme for the week. We're going back to 1980 and 1985 when Steve and Vince turned one. We're talking No. 1s when you were one. What was the top-grossing movie, the No. 1 song, and the price of gas when Steve Cherundolo was a 1-year-old? Watch to find out!

The Max + Vince Podcast is back. And we've got a jam-packed episode this week. Before we go any further, the Radio Voice of LAFC Dave Denholm joins the show this week in the second segment. But before Dave joins us, Max and Vince take us through the last two LAFC matches - a comeback draw against the Philadelphia Union and an Open Cup knockout of the Portland Timbers. Max and Vince talk about LAFC's dangerous set pieces and how the match lived up to the hype. After that, we break down how LAFC took out the Timbers before Max and Vince give their take on a big rumor floating around LAFC. After that, it's time to bring Dave Denholm onto the show. There's no love lost between Dave and Portland, he shares why he "sports hates" the Timbers with a passion. We also ask Dave about calling high-leverage matches and why this season has been very satisfying thus far. All that and more on another new episode of Inside LAFC: The Max + Vince Podcast... don't forget to subscribe, rate, review, and tell a friend!

Welcome back to another episode of 'In Touch' with Steve Cherundolo. It's a special episode this week, we're celebrating moms around the world for Mother's Day. But first, Vince asks Steve how this LAFC team has progressed from preseason to being top of the table in MLS. And from one fullback to another, Steve details the transformation of Chiqui Palacios into one of the best in MLS this season. Then it's onto our theme this week. With Mother's Day coming up this weekend, Steve shares stories about his mom, including the best advice she's ever given him, how she went above and beyond when he was playing club soccer in SoCal, and the best gift he ever got her for Mother's Day. Steve even gives tips on the best present for all those out there still looking for something special for mom.

It's a new week. But the table remains the same in MLS. Thanks to a 2-0 victory at the Banc on Sunday night, LAFC sits atop the Western Conference with 22 points. Max and Vince take us through the win against Minnesota United. LAFC added to its league-leading tally of goals from substitutes as Ryan Hollingshead and Jose Cifuentes found the back of the net off the bench. The guys break down Minnesota's low block and conservative approach to the match. Will we see more teams try the same when they visit LA? After that, we look ahead to the Best in the West vs Best in the East clash between LAFC and the Philadelphia Union this Saturday. Vince gives a scouting report of what to expect from the Union and Max is back on the call with Jordan Harvey on KCOP13. Then, it's time to let our guest loose. Danny Musovski sits down with the guys to talk about getting love from the fans, what it takes to be a finisher, his relationship with Chicho Arango, and more.

We're talking about home in this week's 'In Touch with Steve Cherundolo.' But first, LAFC returned from Cincinnati with all three points and again it was a substitute with the game-winner. Steve talks about LAFC's thought process when it comes to in-game management and what Danny Musovski brings to the team. Then, it's on to our theme. LAFC will have 5 of 7 matches at home in May (lafc.com/tickets) and Steve recently purchased a new home, so what better time to talk about home? Vince asks Steve his must-haves in a home, who's the cook in the family, what's a family game night like, and much more.