The North End Podcast

The boys get together on E's 28th birthday to discuss the trade of Stefan Cleveland. They talk about the roster implications of the move before taking a peek at the other big transactions around the league from the worst week of free agency. Finally, they preview this week's MLS Superdraft before closing out the episode with an academy update and the final round of voting in the 2025 Austin FC "Goal of the Year" bracket.

0:30 - Intro

2:55 - Stefan Cleveland traded

13:35 - STL match start time change

15:00 - MLS Free Agency begins<...

The boys get together to discuss Austin FC being back in the U.S. Open Cup field for 2026. They also talk through the upcoming week of MLS offseason events like the beginning of free agency, re-entry draft stage one and the end-of-year waivers process before closing out the episode with a short list of potential free agent targets, an academy update and the "Goal of the Year" bracket reaching the semifinal round.

0:30 - Intro

7:30 - R.I.P. season ticket waitlist

9:40 - Austin FC back in U.S. Open Cup

15:25...

The boys get together to discuss the contract option decisions that were made official last week. They say their goodbyes to the trio of declined options, speculate on a couple head scratching outcomes and talk through the two new contracts signed for the first team. Then they close out the episode with a new free agent rumor, the second round results from the "Goal of the Year" bracket and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:55 - Option decisions announced

4:40 - Goodbye Julio Cascante

14:10 - Jimmy Time comes to an end in ATX<...

The boys convene to discuss the apparent departure of Diego Rubio. They also recap the week's international results and ZG presents his ideal MLS schedule in the wake of the league releasing the 2026 regular season schedule last week. Then they close out the episode with the first round results of the "Goal of the Year" bracket, a "new coach" edition of Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

4:35 - Schedule release wrap-up

13:40 - International results

24:55 - Diego Rubio says goodbye?

33:10 - "Goal of the Year" 2nd Round<...

The boys went live on their YouTube channel following the release of the 2026 MLS schedule. How will the league deal with the FIFA World Cup taking place mid-season? Will Austin FC open the season at Q2 Stadium for the fifth year in a row or will they begin on the road? When are the Copa Tejas matches? Is Messi coming to ATX? All that and more on this livestream replay!

0:30 - Intro

2:05 - Opening night

4:45 - Does Austin play Messi?

10:35 - Toughest portions of the schedule

17:10 - Copa Tejas...

The boys get together to recap some international results and give into the rumor mill. Then they discuss the big midweek announcement that MLS is adopting a summer-to-spring format beginning in 2027 before closing out the episode with the 2025 "Goal of the Year" Bracket and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:20 - International results

15:05 - Rumor mill

28:15 - MLS format changes approved

47:35 - 2025 "Goal of the Year" Bracket

58:20 - Academy update

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The boys get together to recap Austin FC's 2025 season. They discuss the highs and lows of the campaign, then name their top under and over performers of the year. Then they take a look at the upcoming contract option decisions that are due by November 26th before closing out the episode by updating the salary cap and roster spreadsheets for the offseason and crown a champion of the preseason nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - International call-ups

10:05 - Season in review

34:20 - Naming over/under performers

58:20 - Offseason preview

1:11:05...

The boys get together to discuss Austin FC's season ending loss to LAFC on Sunday night. They talk through the lapses that cause the game to get out of hand and wonder what to make of Myrto Uzuni's future at the club before closing out the episode with the final check-in on the Best Keeper in the World for 2025.

0:30 - Intro

5:45 - Lineup reactions

14:10 - Game 2 recap

50:40 - Postgame takeaways

1:04:40 - Best Keeper in the World

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The boys get together to recap the Game 1 loss against LAFC. They discuss the competitiveness exhibited by Austin FC, a well worked equalizer from Jon Gallagher and some unfortunate bounces for the ATX back line. Then they close out the episode with a preview of Sunday's Game 2 at Q2 Stadium.

0:30 - Intro

5:55 - Austin FC Blood Drive

7:30 - Lineup reactions

9:20 - Game 1 recap

53:10 - Postgame takeaways

57:30 - Game 2 preview

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The boys get together to discuss the MLS year-end accolades that include a third Impact Award nomination for Brad Stuver. Then they preview Game 1 of Austin FC's first round playoff series against LAFC before closing out the episode with Best Keeper in the World.

0:30 - Intro

2:45 - MLS year-end award nominations

19:45 - New club valuation

23:10 - Los Verdes Game 1 watch parties

25:25 - Gambling controversy coming to MLS?

31:10 - Game 1 preview

54:30 - Best Keeper in the World

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The boys get together to recap the Decision Day loss to the San Jose Earthquakes. They give thanks for the overall health of the squad entering the postseason and have some gripes with the first round playoff schedule. Then they close out the episode by checking in on the Best Keeper in the World before crowning the 2025 Verde Best Ball League champion and recapping the picks.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Lineup reactions

8:10 - San Jose Earthquakes recap

41:30 - Postgame takeaways

48:30 - 1st round schedule

56:20 - Best Ball champion...

The boys get together to talk through all of the Austin FC news of the week. Then they look ahead to Saturday's Decision Day road match against San Jose Earthquakes and discuss how to properly scoreboard watch Austin's potential first round playoff opponents during the game before closing out the episode with the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

6:05 - Los Verdes watch party

9:10 - Austin FC news

17:50 - San Jose Earthquakes preview

59:40 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to recap Austin FC's 1-0 victory over LAFC on Sunday Night Soccer. They break down one of the slowest matches of the season that culminated in a record setting night for both Brad Stuver and Owen Wolff before heaping some praise on head coach Nico Estévez for steering the club back into the playoffs for the first time since 2022.

0:30 - Intro

3:45 - Lineup reactions

12:15 - LAFC recap

49:15 - Postgame takeaways

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The boys convene to discuss Owen Wolff being ranked fourth on the 2025 MLS 22 Under 22 List. Then they preview this weekend's Sunday Night Soccer fixture between Austin FC and LAFC. Finally they close out the episode with a check in on the Best Keeper in the World, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:25 - 2025 MLS 22 Under 22 List

13:45 - International schedule

16:50 - LAFC preview

47:05 - Best Keeper in the World

48:50 - Academy update

50:35 - Best Ball update

52:15 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to recap the home loss to St. Louis City SC. They talk through the emotions of the night coming so quickly on the heels of the U.S. Open Cup Final and the lack of focus exhibited by the team. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and celebrate as Austin clinches a postseason berth as they end the pod.

0:30 - Intro

5:00 - Austin FC news

12:40 - Lineup reactions

15:45 - St. Louis City SC recap

50:00 - Postgame takeaways

55:25 - Last...

The boys convene to mourn Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup Final loss against Nashville SC. They complain about both the officiating and the team's failure to convert a number of quality chances before previewing the quick turnaround to host St. Louis City SC at Q2 Stadium this Saturday. Then they close out the episode with a Decision Day edition of Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

8:40 - Lineup reactions

11:55 - Nashville SC recap

52:25 - Postgame takeaways

1:02:10 - St. Louis City SC preview

1:23:35 - Last Business...

The boys get together to go through Austin FC's throwaway performance on Saturday night against Real Salt Lake. Then they preview Wednesday's match against Nashville SC in the US Open Cup final at Q2 Stadium before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

7:50 - Lineup reactions

12:55 - Real Salt Lake recap

45:05 - Postgame takeaways

48:45 - US Open Cup Final preview

1:17:05 - Last Business Day

1:25:25 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to celebrate Brad Stuver's contract extension. Then they preview Saturday's road match against Real Salt Lake and discuss how they think the team should approach things with the US Open Cup final looming on Wednesday. Finally, they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:10 - Los Verdes watch party

5:30 - Brad Stuver inks contract extension

15:10 - Real Salt Lake preview

40:25 - Last Business Day

47:55 - Best Ball funeral for TNEP

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The boys get together to celebrate another important Austin FC victory. They recap the magical night at Q2 Stadium and heap even more praise onto CJ Fodrey. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

9:25 - Lineup reactions

15:20 - Seattle Sounders recap

54:45 - Postgame takeaways

1:11:25 - Last Business Day

1:21:10 - Best Keeper in the World

1:23:30 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to celebrate Austin FC advancing to host the 2025 US Open Cup championship game. They recap the wild semifinal victory over Minnesota United and heap all kinds of praise on everyone involved. After one of the longest game recaps in North End history, they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

4:55 - Lineup reactions

14:45 - Open Cup semifinal recap

1:01:50 - Postgame takeaways

1:11:35 - Seattle Sounders preview

1:32:05 - Last Business Day

1:38:55 - Academy update<...

The boys arrive back home from their annual trip to Frisco tired and defeated. They discuss the beat down Austin FC received at the hands of FC Dallas and then turn their attention to previewing Wednesday's US Open Cup Semifinal against Minnesota United. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Lineup reactions

6:50 - FC Dallas recap

36:40 - Postgame takeaways

46:25 - US Open Cup Semifinal preview

1:02:55 - Last Business Day

1:10:15 - Best...

The boys get together to take a peek at the new Austin FC EAFC26 ratings that dropped on Thursday. Then they preview Saturday's road match against FC Dallas before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Los Verdes watch party

5:35 - EAFC ratings drop

7:55 - FC Dallas preview

42:45 - Last Business Day

55:50 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to recap the short handed road victory over Sporting KC. They discuss CJ Fodrey's heroics and heap more praise onto the continued ascension of Owen Wolff before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Lineup reactions

9:10 - Sporting KC recap

1:01:25 - Postgame takeaways

1:15:50 - Last Business Day

1:25:20 - Academy update

1:27:35 - Next Los Verdes watch party

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The boys get together to recap Wednesday's press conference with sporting director Rodolfo Borrell. Then they preview Sunday's upcoming road match against Sporting Kansas City and try to figure out who the heck is going to start for Austin FC, before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:25 - LV watch party

4:35 - Austin FC news

7:50 - Rodo press conference recap

25:55 - Sporting KC preview

50:15 - Last Business Day

55:05 - Best Ball update

55:45 - Picks recap

The boys get together to discuss the large number of international call-ups across the club at all levels. Then they recap Saturday night's home victory over San Jose before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and Best Keeper in the World.

0:30 - Intro

6:55 - More international call-ups

12:45 - Lineup reactions

15:20 - San Jose Earthquakes recap

53:20 - Postgame takeaways

1:08:50 - Last Business Day

1:14:40 - Best Keeper In The World

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The boys convene to discuss a pair of international call ups, a rumored third kit coming in Summer 2026 and wonder when the typical Rodolfo Borrell "end-of-window" press conference will take place. Then they preview this weekend's home match against San Jose Earthquakes before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:40 - International call ups

7:45 - Where's Rodo?

14:50 - Third kit rumor

18:05 - San Jose Earthquakes preview

49:15 - Last Business Day

1:00:55 - Best Ball update

1:02:30 - Picks recap<...

The boys get together to discuss the transfer of Nicky Beloko, another international slot trade and the arrival of Mateja Djordjevic. Then they recap the disappointing road loss to CF Montreal before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

4:25 - Nicky Beloko transferred

10:55 - Another international slot trade

14:10 - Mateja Djordjevic arrives in ATX

17:05 - Lineup reactions

20:30 - CF Montreal recap

53:45 - Postgame takeaways

1:05:55 - Last Business Day

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The boys get together to discuss their feelings as the transfer window comes to a close this Thursday. Then they preview this weekend's upcoming road match against CF Montreal before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:50 - Los Verdes watch party

4:35 - Austin FC news

6:45 - Transfer window closing Thursday

14:20 - CF Montreal preview

44:15 - Last Business Day

53:20 - Best Ball update

54:45 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to discuss the 1-1 home draw against FC Dallas. They talk through how the team's recent form doesn't fully reflect their feelings on the club's results and try to contextualize the road ahead before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - PRO statement

7:00 - Lineup reactions

9:40 - FC Dallas recap

40:55 - Postgame takeaways

52:35 - Last Business Day

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The boys get together to talk about the Austin FC news of the week before previewing the upcoming home match against FC Dallas. They discuss the tumultuous season for the opponent, including diving into the Lucho Acosta saga, before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Austin FC news

11:45 - FC Dallas preview

41:55 - Last Business Day

49:45 - Best Ball update

51:25 - Picks update

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The boys get together to discuss Rodolfo Borrell's GAM scheme executed late in the week. Then they recap the disappointing draw against Houston Dynamo with a lot of choice words for the officiating crew before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Austin FC flips international roster slot

8:15 - Lineup reactions

11:40 - Houston recap

48:45 - Postgame takeaways

1:00:25 - Last Business Day

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It's Houston week! The boys get together to discuss Wednesday's trade for an additional international roster slot and speculate on the subsequent player move that's sure to follow. Then they preview Saturday's Copa Tejas clash against Houston before closing out the episode with a Copita Tejas edition of Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Austin FC trades for international slot

12:45 - Houston Dynamo preview

39:10 - Last Business Day

47:50 - The nonsense

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The boys get together during the Leagues Cup break to discuss everything going on in the Austin FC universe. They talk through a pair of rumor updates and ZG recaps his experience at the annual Meet the Team event that took place on Saturday afternoon. Then they dive into the current playoff probabilities for the Verde and Black and get nervous about some big names arriving in the Western Conference before closing out the episode with a victorious Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:55 - Corrections

9:50 - Austin FC news

The boys get together to celebrate the best offensive output by Austin FC in 2025. They recap the beatdown of DC United and talk through the promising outlook ahead before trying to answer a burning question surrounding the team's DP forwards. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:30 - Lineup reactions

9:05 - DC United recap

50:05 - Postgame takeaways

1:11:05 - Last Business Day

1:23:00 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to take a spin through the rumor mill on the heels of Thursday's official signing of Mateja Djordjevic. Then they talk through statistics on ACL recoveries in MLS after Brandon Vazquez had his knee procedure done this week before recapping the All-Star week festivities. Finally, they preview the upcoming road match against DC United before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:50 - Rumor mill update

14:05 - Brandon Vazquez undergoes successful knee surgery

22:15 - All-Star week recap

41:40 - DC...

The boys went live on their YouTube channel Thursday afternoon to discuss the signing of Serbian center back Mateja Djordjevic to a U22 Initiative contract. They discuss the player's history and what they expect to see out of Djordjevic for the remainder of the 2025 season before closing out the stream with an updated look at the current roster build.

1:00 - Intro

3:40 - Austin FC signs Mateja Djordjevic

7:30 - History of the player

16:10 - Expectations for contributing in 2025

22:00 - Roster build update

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The boys get together to discuss the reported sale of Dani Pereira. Then they recap the midweek road victory over LA Galaxy and celebrate the Myrto Uzuni game we've all been waiting for before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an All-Star week primer.

0:30 - Intro

4:30 - Dani Pereira reportedly sold

18:05 - Austin FC news

21:45 - Lineup reactions

25:55 - LA Galaxy recap

1:00:15 - Postgame takeaways

1:07:30 - Last Business Day

1:13:00 - All-Star Week primer

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The boys get together to discuss a couple pieces of Austin FC news before recapping Saturday's scoreless draw against New England Revolution. They talk through the team's continued lack of finishing ability before previewing the midweek clash against LA Galaxy. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

4:35 - Austin FC news

6:40 - Jáder Obrian speculation

13:55 - Lineup reactions

16:30 - New England Revolution recap

41:50 - Postgame takeaways

45:35 - LA Galaxy preview

1:00:10 - Last Business Day Duration: 01:07:57

The boys get together to check in on the rumor mill before recapping all the chaos that unfolded in San Jose on Tuesday night. They discuss the team finding a way to advance to the US Open Cup semifinals and then talk through the ramifications of Brandon Vazquez's knee injury. Afterwards they preview this Saturday's home match against New England Revolution before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:50 - Diego Palacios rumor update

10:35 - Lineup reactions

15:30 - San Jose recap

56:10 - Postgame...

The boys get together after Saturday's postponed home match to look ahead to a busy Austin FC week. They check-in on the rumor mill before previewing the US Open Cup quarterfinal match against San Jose scheduled for Tuesday night. Then they close out the episode with a victorious Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:50 - LAFC match postponed

9:15 - Rumor mill

14:30 - US Open Cup quarterfinal preview

48:35 - Last Business Day

1:00:55 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to discuss a significant transfer rumor that surfaced on Wednesday afternoon. Then they preview this Saturday's home match against LAFC before closing out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

4:10 - Austin FC news

7:15 - Diego Palacios rumor

22:55 - LAFC preview

51:10 - Last Business Day

59:45 - Academy update

1:02:50 - Best Ball update

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The boys convene on a Monday afternoon to discuss the latest Austin FC signing, Nicky Beloko. They went LIVE on their YouTube channel to talk about the history and background of the player before diving in to what the signing means for the midfield depth chart, the roster build and salary cap sheet.

0:30 - Intro

4:10 - Nicky Beloko profile

18:05 - What it means for the roster build

22:45 - Reckless speculation!

25:45 - Austin's midfield depth chart

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The boys recap the toothless 0-2 loss against Seattle Sounders. They discuss the rough outing from Guilherme Biro and try to quantify both how important Osman Bukari is to the success of the team and how worried we should be about relying on one player that heavily. Then they close out the episode with a victorious Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:25 - Lineup reactions

12:30 - Seattle Sounders recap

46:25 - Postgame takeaways

54:25 - Last Business Day

1:05:10 - Picks recap

1:07:40 - Best Ball update<...

The boys get together to discuss a flurry of Austin FC news including the MLS All Star roster being unveiled, the MLSPA dropping the 2025 player salaries and a developing player rumor. Then they preview the upcoming road match against Seattle Sounders before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:00 - MLS All Star rosters announced

8:30 - Nicky Beloko on the way?

11:10 - MLSPA salary dump (finally!)

24:35 - Seattle Sounders preview

47:20 - Last Business Day

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The boys get together to discuss the Austin FC news of the week before answering a long list of questions sent in by North End listeners. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:30 - Austin FC news

4:45 - Listener questions

1:10:45 - Last Business Day

1:19:15 - Best Keeper in the World

1:25:05 - Best Ball update

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The boys get together to celebrate the first two-win Austin FC weekend in 10 months. They spin through the news of the week before recapping the home victory over New York Red Bulls. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Lanzini rumor

6:40 - News wrap-up

12:45 - Lineup reactions

15:20 - New York Red Bulls recap

46:45 - Postgame takeaways

57:10 - Last Business Day

1:04:50 - Picks recap

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The boys convene to discuss the latest Austin FC transfer rumor. Then they preview the upcoming home match against New York Red Bulls this Saturday before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

4:30 - New CB rumor

14:45 - New York Red Bulls preview

42:35 - Last Business Day

54:10 - Picks recap

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The boys get together to bask in the glory of victory. They recap the 2-0 road win over Colorado Rapids, discussing both the promising result and what aspects of the team's play still need some work before checking in on Myrto Uzuni's international duty to close out the episode.

0:30 - Intro

3:45 - Pay up, San Lorenzo

5:45 - Lineup reactions

13:40 - Colorado Rapids recap

48:45 - Postgame takeaways

1:06:15 - International results

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The boys convene to preview the upcoming road match against Colorado Rapids. They break down what's happened with the opponent since the two teams last met in March and discuss how Austin FC might line up without Myrto Uzuni. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Austin FC news

6:20 - Colorado Rapids preview

39:35 - Last Business Day

48:30 - Academy update

52:15 - Best Ball update

53:30 - Picks recap

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The boys convene to recap the road loss against San Diego FC. They discuss the lack of any semblance of offense and take a good bit of time to examine where the team is at the halfway point of the season. Then they talk through a potential U22 rumor before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:30 - Lineup reactions

39:30 - Postgame takeaways

48:10 - Midseason assessments

1:09:30 - New U22 rumor

1:15:55 - Last Business Day

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The boys get together to discuss the midweek home draw against Real Salt Lake. They talk through the continued theme of missed chances and question the substitution pattern seen on Wednesday. Then they preview Saturday's road match against San Diego FC (with some help from the Pirates) before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and some nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

5:25 - News round up

12:30 - Lineup reactions

15:20 - Real Salt Lake recap

41:05 - Postgame takeaways

57:15 - San Diego FC preview

1:17:10 - Last Business Day<...

The boys get together to recap the 1-1 road draw against Minnesota United. They celebrate Žan Kolmanič's first goal for the club and discuss the current form of the team before previewing the midweek home match against Real Salt Lake. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and some nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Lineup reactions

11:20 - Minnesota United recap

41:25 - Postgame takeaways

52:50 - Real Salt Lake preview

1:10:55 - Last Business Day

1:19:35 - Best Keeper in the Wo...

The boys get together to celebrate the midweek US Open Cup domination of Houston Dynamo. They discuss the continued rise of Osman Bukari's play and talk through the draw that happened Thursday morning to determine the remaining tournament bracket. Then they sift through the latest player rumor before previewing Saturday's road match against Minnesota United before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

4:55 - Lineup reactions

9:15 - Houston Dynamo recap

39:40 - Postgame takeaways + Open Cup draw

50:15 - New player rumor

55:20...

The boys recap the 0-0 draw against first place Vancouver Whitecaps. They marvel at how good Osman Bukari looked in his natural position and bemoan the continued lack of goal scoring. Then they preview Wednesday's Round of 16 US Open Cup match against hated rival Houston Dynamo and close out the episode checking in on the Best Keeper in the World.

0:30 - Intro

3:30 - Lineup reactions

7:15 - Vancouver Whitecaps recap

38:35 - Postgame takeaways

45:40 - Houston Dynamo preview

1:04:55 - Best Keeper in the World

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The boys get together to recap the 1-1 draw against Atlanta United. They discuss the continued lack of goal scoring, some confusing tactical decisions and complain about the officiating crew. Then they talk through a pair of Austin FC rumors and preview the upcoming home match against first place Vancouver Whitecaps before closing out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:40 - Lineup reactions

8:35 - Atlanta United recap

42:05 - Postgame takeaways

53:45 - Rumor mill heating up

1:01:50 - Vancouver...

The boys convene to recap Austin FC's road loss against FC Cincinnati. They discuss the tactical tweaks implemented by the coaching staff and are left scratching their heads about some of the personnel decisions. Then they preview the midweek home match against Atlanta United before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Lineup reactions

9:20 - FC Cincinnati recap

42:25 - Postgame takeaways

55:15 - Atlanta United preview

1:14:20 - Last Business Day

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The boys get together to unclench after near disaster in Wednesday's US Open Cup match against El Paso Locomotive. They discuss the performance that elicited a storm of boos at the halftime whistle and the quick trio of goals that kept Austin alive in the tournament before previewing the upcoming road match against FC Cincinnati. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:40 - MLS roster profiles updated

5:35 - Lineup reactions

8:40 - El Paso Locomotive recap<...

The boys get together to complain about Austin FC's 3-0 home loss against Minnesota United. They discuss the continued lack of finishing and Brad Stuver's first half mistakes that flipped the game on its head. Then they close out the episode by previewing Wednesday's return to the US Open Cup against El Paso Locomotive.

0:30 - Intro

4:30 - Lineup reactions

10:20 - Minnesota United recap

40:05 - Postgame takeaways

53:15 - El Paso Locomotive preview

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The boys get together to preview this weekend's return to Q2 Stadium against Minnesota United. They discuss the similarities between the two sides at present and try to gauge how much we'll see of Austin's new acquisition, Robert Taylor. They also dismiss a transfer rumor before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:35 - Dismissing a transfer rumor

6:25 - Robert Taylor in training

8:35 - Minnesota United preview

40:55 - Last Business Day

50:55 - Best Ball update

52:40 - Picks recap

The boys convene to recap the 2-0 Copa Tejas loss to Houston Dynamo and touch on a few pieces of Austin FC news. They talk through the continued lack of goal scoring and ask if the "honeymoon" is over. Then they close out the episode with a look ahead to the "May marathon" looming over the next month.

0:30 - Intro

2:50 - Robert Taylor trade wrap-up

9:05 - CJ Fodrey extension

11:20 - Lineup reactions

14:40 - Houston recap

39:50 - Postgame takeaways

52:50 - The "May Marathon" approaches

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The boys get together to discuss Austin FC's deadline day acquisition of winger Robert Taylor with an "Emergency Green Smoke Livestream" on their YouTube channel.

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The boys get together to preview the first Copa Tejas matchup of the 2025 season against Houston Dynamo. They discuss the big changes in H-Town that have occurred since we last saw this team and speculate on potential lineup changes for Austin. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

1:45 - Los Verdes watch party

3:45 - Austin FC news

13:15 - Houston Dynamo preview

48:45 - Last Business Day

56:45 - Academy update

58:35 - Best Ball update

1:00:35...

The boys get together to recap Austin FC's home victory over the defending MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy. They discuss the lineup and tactical changes implemented and dump on the opponent's post match antics. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and Best Keeper in the World.

0:30 - Intro

3:55 - US Open Cup matchup set

6:30 - Lineup reactions

14:15 - LA Galaxy recap

44:40 - Postgame takeaways

55:40 - Next LV watch party

56:45 - Last Business Day

59:30 - Academy update<...

The boys get together to preview this Saturday's early kickoff at Q2 Stadium against the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy. They talk through the Galaxy's winless first two months and why Austin fans shouldn't take this team lightly, before diving into potential changes to the starting XI and discussing what they expect to see out of the defense after last week's thrashing. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

4:55 - Transfer window closing next week

7:20 - US Open Cup...

The guys get together to drop a lot of F-bombs. They recap the 5-1 drubbing at the hands of first place Vancouver Whitecaps and try to separate their emotional grievances from the legitimate concerns coming off the loss. Then they rank the five worst losses in club history before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

4:30 - Riley Thomas signed by first team

6:15 - Lineup reactions

10:50 - Vancouver recap

51:15 - Postgame takeaways

1:02:15 - Ranking the worst losses in club history<...

The boys get together to preview the upcoming road match against Vancouver Whitecaps. They discuss the impressive depth on display this season for the first place team in the Western Conference and deep dive their roster build. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper In The World, an academy update and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:20 - Los Verdes watch party

4:15 - Vancouver preview

37:55 - Last Business Day

45:05 - Academy update

48:10 - Best Ball update

49:55 - Picks recap

52:35...

The guys get together to recap Saturday night's scoreless draw against Portland Timbers. They discuss the team's continued stellar defensive play and frustrations with the lack of offensive output before closing out the episode with a quick Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

5:20 - Lineup reactions

7:55 - Portland recap

43:05 - Postgame takeaways

51:10 - Next LV watch party

52:50 - Last Business Day

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The boys convene to preview this Saturday's return to Q2 Stadium against Portland Timbers. They discuss how the opponent will look entirely different from what we saw when these two teams met just over a month ago and ponder what changes we might see from Nico Estévez. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper In The World and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

5:35 - Portland preview

41:15 - Last Business Day

42:55 - Best Keeper In The World

45:35 - Best Ball update

47:05 - Picks r...

The boys get together to recap the road victory over St. Louis City SC. They discuss the lineup changes implemented by Nico Estévez along with Myrto Uzuni's first goal for the club and his entertaining postgame comments. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:35 - Thomas called up again

5:55 - Lineup reactions

12:05 - St. Louis City SC recap

42:05 - Postgame takeaways

58:30 - Last Business Day

1:07:10 - Academy update

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The boys get together to preview the upcoming road match against St. Louis City SC. They discuss the changes in tactics implemented in the early parts of the season for STL under a new head coach and talk about how they think Austin FC will approach their new-look opponent. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:40 - Los Verdes watch party

5:30 - More international goals!

8:00 - St. Louis City SC preview

46:35 - Last Business Day

53:45 - Academy update

The boys get together to say farewell to Leo Väisänen before recapping Sunday's victory over San Diego FC. They discuss the continued ascent of Owen Wolff, the team scoring multiple goals for the first time on the season and the recent perceived struggles of Osman Bukari. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper In The World.

0:30 - Intro

3:20 - Väisänen officially transferred

18:15 - International results

20:30 - San Diego recap

57:30 - Postgame takeaways

1:12:50 - Best Keeper In The World

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The boys get together to discuss the Austin FC news of the week and preview this Sunday's match against expansion side San Diego FC. They deep dive how the newest MLS club has begun their tenure in the league and fret over the potential shorthanded Austin FC back line before closing out the episode with the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:15 - Gallagher honored

5:50 - MLS All-Star Game info released

9:20 - Jimmy starts for Liberia

11:55 - Svatok called up

13:20 - Väisänen deal reportedly done

14:50 - Sa...

Zac and Ian convene to discuss a surprise transfer rumor before recapping the Saturday afternoon road win over LAFC. They celebrate the unexpected three points, talk through the early season success on the defensive side of the ball and fret over the concerning play of Dani Pereira before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - International call-ups

4:40 - Väisänen rumor

13:35 - Lineup reactions

22:40 - LAFC recap

49:20 - Postgame takeaways

57:05 - Last Business Day

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The boys get together to preview this weekend's road match against LAFC. They talk through what they expect from the 2023 MLS Cup Champions and discuss potential changes to Austin's starting XI. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

2:35 - Los Verdes watch party

5:40 - MLS GM survey

9:20 - International call-ups

13:50 - LAFC preview

48:05 - Last Business Day

54:05 - Academy update

55:35 - Picks update

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Zac and Ian get together to recap the 1-0 home loss against Colorado Rapids. They discuss their frustrations with the early returns from the team while also making some time to talk through a few positives. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and Best Keeper In The World.

0:30 - Intro

4:30 - MLS releases updated GAM totals

7:00 - Lineup reactions

11:50 - Colorado recap

49:15 - Postgame takeaways

1:00:25 - Los Verdes watch party for LAFC match

1:02:25 - Last Business Day

1:09:40 - Best...

The boys get together to preview the upcoming match against Colorado Rapids. They talk through what to expect from the opponent and discuss potential changes to the Austin FC lineup before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense.

0:30 - Intro

3:30 - Colorado Rapids preview

42:05 - Last Business Day

53:30 - Picks recap

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The boys discuss MLS releasing the spring roster profiles and what Diego Rubio being on the supplemental roster means for the build going forward before recapping the road loss against Portland Timbers. Then they close out the episode with an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Roster profiles released

7:40 - Lineup reactions

12:05 - Portland recap

57:50 - Postgame takeaways

1:07:30 - Academy update

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The guys get together to preview this weekend's upcoming road match against Portland Timbers. They deep dive Portland's offseason and season opener before discussing what to expect from Austin FC on Saturday. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

2:05 - LV Watch Party

6:05 - Portland Timbers preview

39:15 - Last Business Day

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The boys convene to touch on some Austin FC news before recapping the opening night victory over Sporting KC. Then they close out the episode with an academy update and talk about a successful weekend of nonsense in The North End.

2:10 - Intro

4:25 - Austin FC news

12:45 - Lineup reactions

13:50 - Sporting KC recap

46:10 - Postgame takeaways

57:00 - Academy update

57:55 - Successful nonsense!

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The boys are joined by members of Soccerwise, Moontower Soccer, We Are Austin TV, Verde All Day and The Verdependent to conduct the 2025 Verde Best Ball League draft!

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This one's a marathon! The boys get together for the longest show to date to celebrate hitting the 200 episode mark. Then they run through the Austin FC news of the week and recap the final two preseason matches before previewing the first regular season match of the 2025 season against Sporting KC. Finally, they close out the podcast with Last Business Day, an academy update and the 2025 "Team Points Draft" and Over/Under competitions.

0:30 - Intro

3:35 - Celebrating 200 episodes of The North End Podcast

19:45 - Mikkel Desler obtains Green Card

27:45 - "The...

The boys get together to recap the two live-streamed Austin FC preseason matches at the Coachella Valley Invitational. They also discuss the arrival of Besard Sabovic, the new MLS roster rules & regulations and the kit release date being set before closing out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

5:05 - Austin FC sells academy rights to Gavin Wolff

7:55 - Kit release date set

10:20 - Besard Sabovic arrives

12:40 - 2025 MLS Roster Rules & Regulations released

24:40 - LA Galaxy recap

30:15 - Svatok/Fagundez tussle

38:20...

The boys get together to discuss a contract extension for Guilherme Biro, another loan for Damian Las and the latest preseason result for the first team. Then they close out the episode taking a look at the field being set for the US Open Cup, get a live reaction to Josh Wolff being hired as an assistant coach by Houston Dynamo, Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

4:40 - Biro extension

7:35 - US Open Cup field set

13:35 - Las loaned again

17:55 - Live reaction to Josh Wolff...

The boys get together to discuss all of the Austin FC news of the week including wrapping up the two confirmed first team signings, a contract extension for Žan Kolmanič, recapping the two preseason matches out in Florida and another kit leak. Then they talk to Austin FC forward CJ Fodrey about the upcoming season before wrapping up the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:45 - Wrapping up recent signings

11:40 - Kolmanič extension

20:05 - Trialist crumbs

22:35 - Preseason match recaps

29:30 - Another kit...

The boys went live on YouTube on Friday afternoon to discuss Austin FC signing Myrto Uzuni to a designated player contract.

1:05 - Intro

3:50 - Austin FC officially signs Myrto Uzuni

17:10 - Uzuni's 2024 highlights

23:30 - State of the roster

31:30 - Is Rodo done?

35:35 - Live chat takes the wheel

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The boys went live on Tuesday afternoon to discuss Austin FC signing 27-year-old free agent midfielder Besard Sabovic.

1:15 - Intro

3:30 - Austin FC officially signs Sabovic

10:30 - Sabovic's 2024 highlights

16:10 - Is the midfield deep all of a sudden?

21:50 - State of the roster

40:05 - Clues to Austin's style of play

45:05 - Sabovic scouting report from a professional

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Zac and Ian get together to discuss another wild week of Austin FC news. They chat about their experience at Sunday's open training session and what we learned from the media availability that took place before hand. Then they say farewell to Sebastián Driussi before running through the rumored incoming signings and MLS rule changes before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

2:50 - Open Training recap

31:20 - Sebastián Driussi sold to River Plate

50:05 - Dubersarsky wrap-up

51:20 - Uzuni & Sabovic in...

The boys went live on Thursday night to discuss Austin FC signing 20-year-old Argentinian midfielder Nicolás Dubersarsky to a U-22 Initiative contract. They were joined by Phil West of Verde All Day and Hernan Gonzalez of We Are Austin TV to help break down the move as the Austin FC news continues to fly at record pace.

1:00 - Intro

6:35 - Phil West joins the stream

8:40 - Hernan Gonzalez joins the stream

10:15 - What to expect from Dubersarsky

21:55 - Salary cap implications of the move

29:30 - What f...

The boys get together to recap a whirlwind of Austin FC news. They wrap up the Brandon Vazquez acquisition before diving into the latest on the Sebastián Driussi saga. Then they talk through multiple rumors including a potential replacement DP and what seems like an inbound U22 midfielder before closing out the episode with the first crumbs of the preseason, Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

2:45 - Brandon Vazquez wrap-up

10:35 - Driussi saga continues

32:30 - New DP rumor

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The boys go live on a Monday afternoon to celebrate the official signing of forward Brandon Vázquez. They discuss all the aspects of the move including a new club-record transfer fee, a trade to the top of the waiver order and what the addition does to the club's roster and salary cap flexibility.

1:30 - Intro

2:40 - ZG opens with an apology to BV

4:30 - Combing through the press release

14:40 - Roster & salary cap implications

25:05 - Why did Austin have to buy a waiver spot from San Jose?

With news dropping fast and furious, the boys go live on YouTube for their regularly scheduled weekly episode for the first time. They discuss the impending arrival of Brandon Vásquez and the expected departure of Sebastián Driussi before closing out the episode with a round up of some ancillary rumors and Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

1:30 - Biggest news day in club history?

3:30 - Brandon Vásquez timeline

15:30 - Driussi nearing departure

27:45 - Replacing Austin's all-time leading scorer

52:15 - Rumor round-up

55:35 - Preseason sch...

The boys fire up the livestream to discuss Austin FC signing veteran MLS midfielder Ilie Sanchez on Tuesday afternoon.

1:45 - Timeline of the news

10:00 - Ilie's background

21:50 - Replacing Alex Ring & Jhojan Valencia

25:45 - Is this the new team captain?

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The boys get together to discuss an expected signing blowing up in the face of Austin FC and how much tougher that could make the club's offseason plans. Then they close out the episode with some New Year's resolutions.

0:30 - Intro

3:45 - Picault fakes out Austin

9:45 - What it means for Rodo's offseason plans

14:55 - Jimenez says goodbye

18:15 - Looking at the domestic market

29:15 - Camp on the horizon

36:35 - New Year's resolutions

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The boys get together to recap another busy week of offseason activity for Austin FC including the release of the 2025 regular season schedule, the MLS SuperDraft, a trio of new coaches and the league releasing each club's GAM totals for the first time ever. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day.

0:30 - Intro

3:05 - Where's the Fafà smoke?

5:55 - U22 rumor squashed

11:05 - MLS releases GAM totals

22:15 - Schedule release wrap-up

30:00 - Draft wrap-up

39:55 - New coach hires

45:40 - Re-Entry S...

Zac and Ian fire up a second livestream in as many days to break down Austin FC trading their 1st round pick to Colorado in exchange for GAM and an international roster slot. They also dive into a new U22 rumor before closing out the stream with a quick breakdown of Austin's 2nd round pick.

0:30 - Intro

1:05 - Austin FC trades 1st round pick

2:50 - Why so excited?

13:30 - New U22 rumor

26:10 - Live chat divided on Picault rumor

35:55 - Austin FC makes 2nd round pick

The boys go live to break down the 2025 Austin FC regular season schedule that was released today. Along the way they're joined by their buddy Brian (1/2 of The North End Pirates) to discuss his appearance in the team's schedule release hype video.

0:30 - Intro

2:00 - Opening night

4:05 - Early season challenges

7:45 - Copa Tejas 2025

10:10 - Eastern Conference opponents

15:55 - Decision Day

18:45 - Lack of midweek games

21:10 - A North End Pirate joins the stream

30:20 - A tough August?

32:20...

Zac and Ian convene to recap a busy week for Austin FC including wrapping up the Zardes buyout, talking through the expected signing of Fafá Picault and weigh a new Owen Wolff rumor. They also run through the results of the Expansion Draft and Re-Entry Stage 1 before closing out the episode with a list of prospects to keep your eye on headed into Friday's MLS SuperDraft, Last Business Day and an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

3:00 - Zardes buyout wrap-up

5:00 - Fafá Picault expected to land in Austin

19:20 - Wolff drawing European in...

Zac and Ian get together on short notice to react to Austin FC using their annual contract buyout on Gyasi Zardes. They look back on some of the better moments of Gyasi's tenure in Austin and discuss the salary cap and roster implications of the move before closing out the stream with a new rumor that surfaced on Monday morning.

0:30 - Intro

2:35 - Looking back on two years of Zardes

11:15 - Salary cap & roster implications of the move

20:55 - New U22 rumor out of Sweden

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The boys get together to discuss the arrival of Nico Estévez and his big logo sweater to Austin. They take another spin through the busy MLS week ahead and react to what was heard from MLS Commissioner Don Garber's press conference on Friday before closing out the episode with an academy update.

0:30 - Intro

5:55 - Coach Estévez arrives in Austin

10:55 - Louisville says farewell to Las

16:35 - Busy week ahead

20:10 - Commissioner's press conference

28:10 - Would Brandon Vazquez make sense in ATX?

32:40 - 2024 Go...

The boys get together in a post-Thanksgiving stupor to dive into just how important the U22 Initiative roster slots are to the success of MLS teams. They also review some of the option decisions made around the league at last Wednesday's deadline before closing out the episode with a lengthy academy update and the final round of the "Goal of the Year" bracket.

0:30 - Intro

4:35 - MLS option decision deadline

14:15 - Preparing for the post-MLS Cup frenzy

17:45 - How important are U22 Initiative players?

35:40 - "Goal of the Year"...