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Tres partidos jugados en una semana y 3 victorias! Despues de conseguir el titulo de la copa Lamar Hunt, LAFC se fue a Cincinatti el Sabado y el miercoles recibieron a ST Louis FC. Bouanga anoto dos goles y llego a 19 goles en el torneo y jugo su partido # 100 con la camiseta del LAFC. Habla David Martinez el CHAMOGOL de su gol vs Cincy. Omar Campos nos habla de la confianza que le dio el haber anotado en la final vs KC. Cherundolo dice tambien que su defensa esta IMPLACABLE.

Voice of the Black & Gold Max Bretos and the always sunny Steve Beitashour are back again to revel in LAFC's inaugural U.S. Open Cup championship win, as well as the team's impressive follow-up road victory at FC Cincinnati 72 hours later that punched LAFC's playoff ticket for the sixth time in seven seasons. The fellas also touch on David Martínez's latest goal, Denis Bouanga's chances at claiming a second Golden Boot, an MLS Team of the Matchday performance by Lewis O'Brien before finishing with their Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoff predictions. Hero of the Open Cup Final, Omar Campos then joins the show to speak with Max and Katia Castorena from ESPN Deportes about his first season with LAFC, scoring the winning goal in the U.S. Open Cup Final, his family finally getting to visit him in his new home, and his journey from Liga MX to MLS.

What a week! Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react to LAFC's big championship win in the U.S. Open Cup and massive road win in Cincinnati. LAFC is a true winning organization, Dave and Mario explain why. Let David Martinez cook and sip his tea too! Plus, a look at the MLS Playoff picture as the postseason approaches.

LAFC Campeon de la Copa Abierta USA - Copa LAMAR HUNT por primera vez en su historia! Les tenemos los 3 goles y el momento de levantar el trofeo. Habla Omar Campos, autor del segundo gol y con la pierna derecha! Tambien habla Serge Palencia y mi monpirri Eddie Segura. Olivier Giroud se fue al estadio de los Dodgers a realizar el primer lanzamiento. Acompañenos!

Voice of the Black & Gold Mex Bretos and former LAFC defender Steve Beitashour have Open Cup Fever! The fellas run down all the news surrounding the team and set the table for the 2024 U.S. Open Cup Final, which LAFC hosts at BMO Stadium on Wednesday night. Assistant coach Ante Rozov, who won multiple Open Cups during his playing career, joins Max for the second half of the show to talk about what the Open Cup means to the team as well as the mentality and preparedness of the players going into a championship match that gives them a chance to lift the fourth trophy in club history.

The Wild West keeps getting wilder while LAFC switch focus to another Final. Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react to LAFC's loss in Dallas and look forward to the chance at raising another trophy at BMO Stadium. What does the U.S. Open Cup mean to you? Plus, another edition of Futbol Fit Check and a look around MLS.

Dolorosa derrota del LAFC ante el rival de patio LA Galaxy Habla Steve Cherundolo y Ilie Sanchez acerca del partido. Ademas hablamos del regreso de Carlos Vela a LAFC.

Voice of the Black & Gold Max Bretos and trusty wingman Steve Beitashour are back at, discussing the latest edition of El Traffico and what it will take to get Olivier Giroud playing at his best. The guys also look ahead to a home-and-away serving of two Texas teams this Wednesday (ATX) and Saturday (FCD) then cap things off with thoughts about the U.S. Open Cup Final on Sept. 25 and of course cover all things Carlos Vela. LAFC Co-President and General Manager joins the show to give the inside account of how Vela rejoined the club and the excitement about the club legend's return.

Tough five-game stretch for the Black & Gold, but a big week awaits. LAFC fall short in the attempt to sweep the Galaxy this season. After the loss in Carson, Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react. The West is getting wild with only seven LAFC matches left in the regular season. Plus, Messi returned from injury in a big way.

Voice of the Black & Gold Max Bretos is joined by the one and only Steve Beitashour to talk through LAFC's last match - a point gained on the road vs. Houston with a shorthanded roster due to six players being out with their national teams. Beita gives the low down on what it's like getting guys back from international duty before the fellas dive into Galaxy Week and the stakes of Saturday's El Traffico. Centerback Aaron Long joins the second half of the show to talk about being named to MLS Team of the Matchday for his performance in Houston before turning his attention to Galaxy Week. Aaron and Max then preview the U.S. Open Cup Final that LAFC will host against Sporting KC at BMO Stadium on Sept. 25.

Shorthanded in Houston, but we'll take the positive result. Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz discuss the hard-earned draw on the road as Giroud goes the full 90 and Lloris picks up yet another shutout. Bogusz gets his first start with the Poland national team, Dave and Mario discuss. The LA Derby Match is days away, will LAFC take the season sweep?

Voice of LAFC, Max Bretos and No. 1 Co-Pilot, Steve Beitashour, pour over the team's last match, a 2-0 home loss to Houston. Beita details how to combat the "football fatigue" that some of the players may be feeling after a jam-packed summer before the guys delve into LAFC's six players who were called up to their national teams and will miss this Saturday's rematch vs. the Dynamo. How might those absences affect the team's line-up this weekend, and what's in store down a crowded final stretch to the playoffs? The fellas wish all-around good guy, Kei Kamara a happy 40th and marvel at his ability to play at such a high level, before the birthday boy himself joins the show to talk about his joy to still be chasing trophies. Kei shares his secrets that have kept him in shape, feeling good and serving as an inspiration for all those around him.

Una derrota más para el equipo de LAFC vs Houston, segunda de la temporada en el BMO Stadium. Platicaremos de lo que pasó en ese encuentro con las impresiones de Steve Cheru, Hollinshead y Lewis O'Brien. Además quienes son los jugadores que estarán ausentes en la próxima fecha FIFA.

A roller coaster week for the Black & Gold, but the push towards the MLS Playoffs continues. Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react to LAFC's loss to the Dynamo at BMO Stadium and the busy week that led up to it. The international break is upon us as LAFC will be without six players for its upcoming road match vs. Houston. The West bunches up even more, Dave and Mario discuss. Will anyone catch Inter Miami in the Supporters Shield race?

Voice of LAFC Max Bretos and right-hand man Steve Beitashour recap the Leagues Cup 2024 Final and the psychology of how to bounce back after a tough loss. The fellas also discuss the opportunities still on the table for the Black & Gold to lift a trophy in 2024 as well as the stretch run ahead of the team as it returns to MLS regular season play this weekend against Houston. Former USMNT player turned soccer broadcaster extraordinaire, Mo Edu meets Max at tha crossroads during the second half of the show to offer an outside perspective on the state of LAFC, the Supporters' Shield race, the upcoming El Traffico on 9/14 and a suite of other Black & Gold news. This episode was recorded before LAFC's Open Cup Semifinal victory on Wednesday night.

Dolorosa derrota ante Columbus en la final de la League's Cup. Tendremos el primer gol de Olivier Giroud con la casaca del equipo Aurinegro, además LAFC le gana a Seattle en la semifinal de la copa Lamar Hunt y ahora a enfrentar a Kansas City en la final de la copa abierta en el BMO Stadium el 25 de Septiembre. Cherundolo, Long y Kamara hablan de cómo dejar atrás una derrota y enfrentar nuevos retos.

No choice but to turn the page, quickly. LAFC Radio Voice Dave Denholm and LAFC Producer Mario Ruiz react to LAFC's loss to Columbus in the Leagues Cup Final. Giroud scoring his first LAFC goal was massive, Dave and Mario explain. The rest of MLS got back to regular season action over the weekend and there were a few debuts to discuss. Plus, a look ahead to another big knockout game on Wednesday, as LAFC face Seattle in the U.S. Open Cup Semifinals.

Gran victoria de visitante de LAFC sobre Seattle y lo ponen en la semifinal de la League's Cup. Con goles de Hollinshead, Kamara y de Bouanga. Hablan despues del partido Cherundolo, Kamara y Eduard Atuesta.

Voice of LAFC Max Bretos is joined as always by Steve Beitashour to discuss the Black & Gold Standard i.e. play to win trophies. And LAFC is on the verge of competing for two over the course of the next month. First up is the Leagues Cup - after dismantling Seattle, the squad next faces Colorado on Wednesday for a place in Sunday's Final plus a berth in the 2025 Concacaf Champions Cup. Next week, the U.S. Open Cup Semifinals against the Sounders brings the opportunity to host the Final at BMO Stadium in front of the Black & Gold faithful. The fellas also touch on Denis Bouanga's brilliant run of form in Leagues Cup as well as the integration of new signings Olivier Giroud and Lewis O'Brien into the squad and the evolution of the team. O'Brien joins Max for the back end of the program to introduce himself and his game. He talks about his upbringing around Manchester, England and his journey through the lower leagues of British football that eventually led him to appearing in the Prem. He also details how h

And then there were four! Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz explain why this upcoming Leagues Cup Semifinal between LAFC and Colorado is the most important match of the year so far for the Black & Gold. Another dominant LAFC win in Seattle, Dave and Mario react. Futbol Fit Check returns with a Leagues Cup flare. Plus, a look around the rest of Leagues Cup as the Final approaches this Sunday.