Episodes
Friday Jun 30, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: USMNT Gold Cup Thoughts, USWNT WWC Reality Check
Friday Jun 30, 2023
Friday Jun 30, 2023
What's up Internet? This week on Last Word SC Radio, Rachael Kriger joins Matt Pollard to discuss the USMNT Gold Cup so far. We break down our thoughts on the first two group stage games, discuss good and bad performers so far, and look ahead to Trinidad & Tobago on Sunday.
We touch on Mexico and Canada so far and what their expectations should be. Rachael dishes on Costa Rica and a wide open Group C.
Then we talk Women's World Cup, discussing the USWNT roster keys and flaws, other potential favorites, and stories we're excited for.
In the round Table, we discuss Tata Martino to Inter Miami and do Weekend Pick 'Ems.
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Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
LWSC Radio: USMNT Nations League Final, Gold Cup Roster and Outlook
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
What's up Internet? Ed and Matt get back together for Last Word SC Radio. We discuss the USMNT Nations League Final win against Canada. We spare you from the Gregg Berhalter talk. Check out last episode for that. The guys discuss the win over Canada and individuals who stood out. Then we look ahead to the Gold Cup, discussing the roster, as well as team and individual expectations.
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Friday Jun 09, 2023
LWSC Radio: Messi to MLS, Cup Competition Round Table
Friday Jun 09, 2023
Friday Jun 09, 2023
What's up Internet? This week on Last Word SC Radio, Matt and Raheem get together to talk all things Messi to MLS! We discuss what this move means on the field, off the field, and financially. Also, could this hype and circus be bigger than it was for David Beckham? Are we officially in MLS 4.0?
Then we discuss all the cup competitions. LAFC lost in the finals of the Concacaf Champions League, which has now reformatted as the Concacaf Champions Cup. We discuss the quarterfinals of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup and look ahead to the semifinals. Raheem discusses the Canadian Championship and Vancouver Whitecaps as back-to-back champions.
In the round table, we take a look at this weekend in MLS. This episode is brought to you AG1 by Athletic Greens.
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: Nations League Recap and MLS Wishes for Week 6
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
Saturday Apr 01, 2023
What's up, Internet? This week on the Last Word SC Radio Podcast, Rachael Kriger, Felipe Vallejo and Harvey Cruz recap the Nations League group stage finishes, including Ricardo Pepi's big matches for the USMNT, which new players impressed and the players whose stock fell.
Harvey talks about La Selecta's tournament, and how their ceiling has yet to be reached. Rachael reacts to Costa Rica's near-loss to Martinique and eventual loss to Panama. Meanwhile, Felipe talks about the Canadian national team and the emergence of Cyle Larin.
Finally, the three talk about the upcoming MLS Week 6, and what they wish for their respective teams they cover, along with other teams around the league. Harvey wants improvement from the New York sides, while Felipe wants his wishful St. Louis to keep winning. Rachael, meanwhile, wants a big game from Albert Rusnák.
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
What's up, Internet? We've got a special episode for you all. Rachael Kriger, our lead Seattle Sounders writer, has an exclusive interview with Megan Young, the strength and conditioning coach for the Sounders.
The two spoke about Megan's experience and she started working in athletic training, and then moving to strength and conditioning. They discussed Megan's journey as a cancer survivor and her time with the Chicago Red Stars of the National Women's Soccer League. Also, Megan and Rachael had some fun, with questions about goalkeepers she could sneak a penalty pass and who her go-to teammates would be in a game of soccer tennis.
You can follow Megan on Instagram, @coachmegastrong.
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: Recapping MLS Week 1, St. Louis’ shocking win
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
What's up, Internet? For the second week in a row, the trio of Rachael Kriger, Felipe Vallejo and Jamie Rooke bring you all the discussion about MLS and the league's opening weekend.
The trio react to St. Louis' shocking win over Austin FC, 3-2, to kick off their MLS debut. Meanwhile, Rachael gives all the credit to Nashville, while Jamie gives insight into the New England victory. Felipe laments the Whitecaps loss, while Rachael gives Jordan Morris and the Seattle Sounders their kudos.
The three then give their thumbs up and thumbs down of the week. Felipe can't stop talking about St. Louis and South African manager Bradley Carnell, while Jamie and Rachael discuss tactics from FC Dallas and Seattle.
Finally, the crew does pick 'ems and for last words, Felipe gives an update into the Canadian Soccer Association's new management. Rachael discusses the news of Wendie Renard, Marie-Antoinette Katoto and Kadidiatou Diani's decision to step away from the French women's national team until changes are made to coaching and the federation.
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: 2023 MLS Season Overall Preview Show
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
What's up, Internet? This week on the Last Word SC Radio, Rachael Kriger, Jamie Rooke and Felipe Vallejo preview the upcoming Major League Soccer season. They pick which nine teams — yes, nine — make the MLS Cup Playoffs and individual awards.
Rachael has another bold take with D.C. United, while Felipe goes all in the Cincinnati belief (and Brandon Vazquez belief). Jamie gives his thoughts on the Eastern Conference race and how the New England Revolution fit in.
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: 2023 MLS Season Preview Team-By-Team
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
What's up Internet? This week on Last Word SC Radio, Matt and Rachael are joined by podcast debutants Raheem and Felipe. We do a team-by-team 2023 MLS Season Preview. We look at strength, weaknesses, transactions, players to watch, and outcomes. In the Round Table, we talk SheBelieves Cup.
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: U.S. Soccer Exodus and SheBelieves Cup
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
What's up Internet? On this episode of Last Word Soccer Club Radio, Matt, Rachael, and Ed get together to talk all things U.S. Soccer. We discuss Earnie Stewart and Brian McBride leaving their roles and what comes next as we still don't have a head coach and Gregg Berhalter is still under investigation. We take whatever conclusions one can from the two January Camp games. Then we discuss the SheBelieves Cup and injuries relevant to the Women's World Cup.
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Friday Jan 06, 2023
What's up Internet? Happy New Year! Dan and Matt are back with a podcast to kick off 2023. We begin with analysis of the disturbing and heartbreaking news regarding the USMNT Berhalter investigation into a domestic violence incident with his now wife and how the Reyna family has brought this U.S. Soccer drama to a new low. Then we do MLS New Year's resolutions where we come up with ways for each MLS team to be better in 2023.