Episodes
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Last Word SC: Concacaf Nations League Preview, USMNT, MLS Roundtable
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
What's up Internet? This week on Last Word SC Radio, we've got a full Concacaf Nations League preview. Matt, Rachael, Raheem, and Edward get to gather to talk all things USMNT, Mexico, Jamaica, and Panama.
Is this the best form the United States player pool has ever been in? What does that mean for expectations given what Gregg Berhalter's been doing ahead of Copa America? What's going on with El Tri? Can the Reggae Boyz finally get over the hump? Does Panama have a chance? Also what do we think of Canada and Costa Rica in the Copa America playoff games? We discuss all this and more.
In the Round Table, we discuss the biggest stories from the first month of the MLS season and do Nations League Pick 'Ems.
When you're done listening, check out Raheem's latest piece on the CANMNT coaching search.
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Friday Dec 08, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: 2023 MLS Cup Preview, Copa America Group Reaction
Friday Dec 08, 2023
Friday Dec 08, 2023
What's up Internet? This week on Last Word SC Radio, Matt, Rachael, and Jamie get together. We do a comprehensive 2023 MLS Cup preview. The crew also goes over the Conference Finals. In the Round Table, we talk some MLS offseason news with free agents, coaching searches, and silly season. Then we react live to the Copa America venues and groups, with a focus on the USMNT.
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Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: USMNT Trinidad and Tobago Instant Reaction
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
What's up Internet? Tonight on Last Word SC Radio, Matt Pollard and Edward Vento get together after the USMNT Trinidad and Tobago second leg. We break down the two games, the performances, and the results. Of course we talk Gio Reyna and Sergino Dest. You've got feelings. We've got thoughts.
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Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: Concacaf Nations League November Preview
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
Tuesday Nov 14, 2023
What's up Internet? On this episode of Last Word SC Radio, Matt Pollard and Raheem Bashir get together to chat. We break down the final results of the MLS Cup Playoffs Best-Of-Three Round of 16. Then we look ahead to the Conference Semifinals matchups. What will determine Orlando City vs Columbus Crew? Does Philadelphia Union have a chance at top seed FC Cincinnati? Can LAFC finally win a playoff game against Seattle Sounders? Will Houston Dynamo and Sporting KC rekindle their rivalry? We discuss.
Then we talk Concacaf Nations League, CPL, and WoSo.
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Friday Oct 13, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: MLS Playoff Race Predictions, USMNT, MLS News
Friday Oct 13, 2023
Friday Oct 13, 2023
What's up Internet?! Last Word SC Radio is back after a hiatus because life happens and scheduling can be difficult. Rachael, Matt, and Dan bring back Playoffs DEFCON Ratings to do MLS Playoff Race Predictions. We talk about the various coaching departures and openings around the league. Also, how about Lionel Messi and Inter Miami missing the playoffs, the media coverage of it, and what it means for the league and says about it. Then we talk USMNT with the upcoming window including Gio Reyna and Berhalter reuniting, sort of. Lastly, we do Weekend Pick 'Ems.
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Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Last Word SC Radio: Gold Cup Semifinals, USMNT Canada Chaos, NWLS Denver
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
What's up Internet? On this episode of Last Word SC Radio, Matt Pollard and Rachael Kriger get together to get caught up on the 2023 Concacaf Gold Cup Semifinals. We break down the boring, hot mess, reality check that was the United States vs Canada on Sunday. We discuss whether this is a trend or a blip and which USMNT players, if any, have improved their standing.
Then we rundown the rest of the Quarterfinals games. Rachael dishes on Costa Rica. Matt tries to find a path for Jamaica to finally get over the hump. Then we do Gold Cup predictions.
Lastly, we touch on Women's World Cup news and discuss Denver's potential NWSL expansion bid.
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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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Sunday Jun 18, 2023
LWSC Radio: Nations League, Gregg Berhalter Reaction
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
Sunday Jun 18, 2023
What's up Internet? On this episode of Last Word Soccer Club Radio, Matt and Ed get together mid-Concacaf Nations League. We break down the madness that was Tres A Cero as the United States Men's National Team demolished Mexico, but it got ugly on both sides. The guys look ahead to the final against Canada tomorrow. Then we have a full Gregg Berhalter reaction. We stay objective, but it gets heated.
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.