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| LAFC Fans React to Collapse in 2-1 Loss vs Seattle on Decision Day | 08 nov. 2026 | 00:35:58 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren react to LAFC’s 2–1 loss to the Seattle Sounders to end the 2026 regular season, calling it a microcosm of the year: an early mistake forces the team to chase, but LAFC never completed a comeback win all season. With San Jose’s late loss, LAFC will face St. Louis City in the first round, and the team’s passive default, unclear game model, and inconsistent lineups don't offer much to look forward to in the playoffs. There WERE some positives—better ball progression with Bouanga on the left, a set-piece goal from Eddie Segura set up by Leo Walta, who also improved the team's corner kicks, and the Galaxy missing the playoffs. We also debate roster construction, coaching changes, injuries, and limited time to implement ideas. Onto the playoffs! #HealVince #VinceLIVES 00:00 Season Ends in Seattle 00:33 No Comebacks All Year 01:22 Playoff Opponent Set 01:45 Why the Game Model Fails 04:37 Searching for Happy Feet 06:35 Meaningless Match Mismanaged 08:30 What Is Xavi’s Plan 10:42 Two Tiny Silver Linings 11:53 Vince’s Wrist Surgery Story 13:48 Shaffelburg Hit Debate 15:20 Set Piece Bright Spot 15:50 Caller Ross on Roster Build 18:20 Spring Reset and Next Steps 19:21 Diego Joins Muted 19:41 Season Ends Frustration 20:30 Context Injuries And Chaos 21:43 Community Shoutouts 22:36 Sieb Fit And Tactics 24:02 Heal Vince Update 25:33 Roster Blame Debate 28:44 Tangrams And Dominoes 31:33 Playoff Bracket Hope 32:50 Tafari Pod Dreams 34:07 International Break Notes 34:54 Wrap Up And Thanks Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Who Had It Worse? LAFC vs Sounders Misery Draft (Decision Day Bonus Episode) | 06 nov. 2026 | 00:57:45 | |
Darren welcomes Ari and Noah from Lobbing Scorchers to run a “Who Had It Worse?” Decision Day Misery Draft comparing LAFC and Seattle across on-field performance, coaching, front office, roster construction, vibes, expectations vs reality, soul-crushing losses, emotional damage, and future outlook. Seattle’s case centers on a 13-match winless run, record streaks, massive injury problems, and two humiliating 5–1 losses to Cascadia rivals, plus front-office frustration tied to “built not bought” and limited spending despite finally adding Dejan Joveljić. LAFC’s case highlights a brutal run of form in league play, getting thrashed 4–0 by Toluca in CCC, selling key young attackers David Martinez and Nathan Ordaz, firing the head coach late, and struggling to maximize Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga despite early-season shutouts. Will this end in a disappointing draw that makes you question why you watched in the first place? Of course. It’s LAFC and Seattle in 2026 after all. 00:00 Season From Hell Setup 00:26 Meet the Guests and Rules 01:16 On Field Misery Debate 05:20 Coaching Chaos 10:43 Front Office Failures 19:53 Roster Construction Woes 27:12 Vibes and Emotional Damage 32:25 Fan Vote Tiebreaker 33:41 Seattle Takes Bad Vibes 34:29 Let Comments Decide 35:01 Expectations Versus Reality 37:04 LAFC Season Collapse 39:10 Soul Crushing Losses 39:56 Sounders Two Five Ones 45:09 Emotional Damage Cycle 49:43 Future Outlook Fears 54:59 Decision Day Dread 56:30 Where To Find Lobbing Scorchers Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Decision Day: LAFC vs Seattle Preview, Rest vs Rust, and Who Had It Worse? | 06 nov. 2026 | 01:04:50 | |
LAFC limp into a meaningless Decision Day finale at Seattle after a brutal stretch of winless form, record streaks, and injuries, raising questions about whether team spirit is broken and whether to prioritize rest or rhythm before the playoffs. Travis and Darren debate punting the Sounders match by rotating heavily to avoid injuries and emotional damage against a desperate Seattle side, while acknowledging the interim coach’s incentive to prove his system. We are then joined by our friends Noah and Ari from Lobbing Scorchers, the Seattle Sounders Podcast, to answer once and for all, which team's fans have had it worse this year. Subscribe to Lobbing Scorchers: https://www.youtube.com/@LobbingScorchers 00:00 Winless Season Spiral 00:30 Decision Day Preview 01:39 Meetup Gratitude 07:09 Vince Wrist Surgery 09:28 Storylines Segment Begins 10:49 Is Spirit Broken 16:44 MLS Drama Mystery 23:00 Rest Versus Rust 27:42 Playoff Prep Debate 33:40 Unhinged Banter Break 34:52 Haircut Joke Spiral 36:17 Sponsor Ad Break 37:48 Bonus Episode Setup 38:29 Who Had It Worse 43:24 Coaching Misery Draft 48:47 Front Office Meltdown 53:42 Guest Plugs And Farewell 55:04 MLS Minute Rundown 58:29 Bet It And Forget It 01:03:22 Closing Credits Chaos Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Tell Them Why You’re Mad: LAFC’s Humiliating 3-1 Loss, Vasquez’s Bicycle Kick & #HealVince | 02 nov. 2026 | 00:55:22 | |
Travis and Darren react to a miserable 3–1 home loss for LAFC, one of the most hopeless, deflating performances we can remember despite a late Sergio Vasquez bicycle kick, so we turned this episode into a Tell Them Why You’re Mad call-in show. We also LAUNCH the VIRAL HASHTAG #HealVince, as Vince could not join us tonight while stuck in the hospital awaiting surgery after breaking his wrist playing soccer today, which is far more impressive than us breaking our hearts WATCHING soccer. At least he DID something. Anyway, LAFC is locked into 6th place for the playoffs, and they still played Bouanga at the 9, and it still didn't work. The players didn't have it tonight, but as callers suggested, between the players, coaching, and front office, there's plenty of blame to go around. The big Happy Foot for us tonight was our halftime meet up and photo with all of yout! For a Sad Foot Season, we are incredibly honored to have this Happy Foot Community. Thank you guys for building this stupid show with us. WE LOVE YOU BYEEEE! 00:00 Postgame Shock 00:33 Vasquez Bicycle Kick 01:06 LAFC Collapse Rant 02:18 Vince Hospital Update 04:20 Tell Them Why Mad 05:18 Playoff Seeding Reality 06:32 Funeral For The Hat 06:54 No Bright Spots 08:28 Meetup Thanks Superchats 08:54 Season Means Nothing 10:05 LAFC2 Could Beat Us 11:05 Caller Heel Of Foot 11:55 Transfers And Blame 16:09 Caller Roster Construction 22:22 System Vs Roster Debate 26:11 Rest And Reset 27:01 More Superchats Calls 27:43 Subway Rant Call 28:11 Balmengor Tech Trouble 28:35 A Rod Venting 29:23 Bouanga Storms Off 30:03 Club Identity Debate 34:01 Build Around Bouanga 36:04 A Rod Final Take 37:24 Tom Defends Dolo 40:33 Super Chats And Jewels 45:57 Fan Appreciation Irony 47:04 Survivor Side Quest 51:35 LAFC2 And Banter 53:50 Wrap Up And Goodbyes Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Minnesota Preview + El Tráfico Controversies & Playoff Scenarios | 29 oct. 2026 | 00:52:36 | |
LAFC’s final home match of the regular season against Minnesota United is Sunday at BMO Stadium (with a halftime HaFoSaFo listener meetup/photo at the northeast corner!). A highly controversial El Tráfico week featured a toddler LAFC fan hit by a Galaxy supporter on an e-bike, an LAFC fan spitting on an older Galaxy supporter, and a viral “Ni hao” vs “mijo” misunderstanding involving a famous LAFC fan in a big hat. Meanwhile, the West is still a TIGHT TABLE. We look at likely playoff opponents (Dallas, St. Louis, San Jose), LAFC’s road struggles, and Minnesota as a trap game (yeah, I said it). And how we feeling about MLS Cup at this point? Any hope left? 00:00 Season on the Line 00:21 Welcome and Match Preview 01:19 Merch and Postgame Plug 01:52 Halloween Banter Begins 02:45 Costumes and Mischief Night 05:32 Haunted Houses and Horror 09:29 Storylines Segment Intro 11:33 El Trafico Controversies 13:24 Rivalry Heat and Fan Behavior 22:22 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 23:53 Western Table Chaos 25:00 Potential Playoff Opponents 26:36 Road Matchup Breakdown 27:25 Who Scares You Most 29:34 Darren’s Vibes Ranking 31:42 St Louis Dog Park Chaos 33:01 Decision Day Table Math 34:11 Minnesota Trap Game 36:18 MLS Cup Confidence Check 39:48 Urgency and Killer Instinct 41:42 Second Half Blueprint 45:17 MLS Minute Roundup 48:30 Bet It and Forget It 51:57 Final Plugs and Signoff Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Galaxy 2-2: LAFC Fans React to Another Wild El Tráfico Finish | 26 oct. 2026 | 00:48:08 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren break down a chaotic 2–2 El Tráfico draw that felt like a win and a loss at the same time, with frustration over a first-half goal called back, late offside drama, and ongoing concerns about refereeing and time added on. The big takeaway is how much better LAFC looked after halftime with Sieb playing as the 9 and Bouanga back on the left, creating wave after wave of pressure and chances; Choinière’s influence off the bench also helped, while Delgado and Vasquez draw criticism for turnovers. We take your calls and try to unpack the mixed emotions of a game-winning goal at the death called back to end a playoffs-clinching El Tráfico draw. 00:00 Wild El Tráfico Draw 01:16 Second Half Identity 02:19 Sieb at Striker 03:57 Choinière Shines 04:30 Frustration Boils Over 06:56 Offside and Ref Debate 10:28 Like Subscribe Patreon 10:48 Super Chats and Tifo Talk 17:09 Long Tafari Porteous Debate 19:57 Jeff Tock Calls In 23:03 Sonny Assist Discussion 25:13 Caller David and Brodie 26:29 Apology and Voting Plug 27:14 Diego Calls In From Stadium 28:30 Vela Side Hustle Jokes 29:20 Trading Cards and Rants 31:09 Leo Tailgate Community Story 34:12 Galaxy Confetti Revenge 36:01 Press Box Gripes and Shaff Debate 38:28 Second Half Stats and Hope 40:55 Olly Rants About Delgado 43:18 Luke Praises Walta and Slams Ref 46:09 Listener Photo and Wrap Up 47:29 Joey Jump Scare Finale Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| El Tráfico Preview: Can LAFC Sweep the Galaxy AND Clinch Playoffs? | 23 oct. 2026 | 00:52:15 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC’s El Tráfico matchup vs the Galaxy on Sunday. We cover LAFC’s chance to sweep the season series, take the all-time El Tráfico lead (currently 10-10-7), and clinch a playoff spot; the Galaxy’s recent surge fueled by Joao Clauss; and a tight Western Conference table with multiple seeding scenarios. And we replay one of the first trivia games we ever played on this show, from EPISODE TWO(!) about the beautiful city of Carson. 00:00 El Tráfico Stakes 00:39 Podcast Intro and Plugs 01:41 Listener Banter Mafia Deli 08:38 Back to Soccer Storylines 09:37 Can LAFC Take Over 13:43 El Tráfico Memories and Rivalry 16:59 Is Galaxy Surge Real 21:59 Tight Table Playoff Math 25:13 What We Learn Sunday 27:18 Playoff Math Panic 28:22 Seeding Strategy Debate 30:54 El Trafico Stakes 31:25 Sponsor Banter Walmart 33:15 Amirian Law Ad Read 34:28 Carson Trivia Game 43:41 MLS Minute Rundown 47:55 Bet It And Forget It 51:26 Wrap Up And Meetup Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Former LAFC Coach Marc Dos Santos Tells All - What Really Happened? | 21 oct. 2026 | 01:09:18 | |
Travis and Vince sit down with former LAFC coach Marc Dos Santos to discuss his years with the club, his emotions after being let go, and why pro sports is “cutthroat.” Marc shares his favorite LAFC memory—Gareth Bale’s extra-time goal in the MLS Cup Final—and behind-the-scenes details from that week. He reflects on the season’s highs and lows, including the Concacaf Champions League run, fatigue, roster and visa challenges, transfer-window instability, and officiating mistakes the league later acknowledged. Marc explains how LAFC’s desired style influenced evaluations, describing the difficulty of shifting from a transition-based identity to more possession and pressure. He addresses the “MAGA” label tied to social-media follows, and highlights unsung staff, players he admired—especially Giorgio Chiellini—and his all-time LAFC best XI. 00:00 Cutthroat Coaching Life 00:34 Show Intro and Guest Tease 03:24 Marc Joins the Pod 04:42 Favorite LAFC Moment 09:18 Unsung Club Heroes 10:42 Season Review and CCL Run 17:03 Style Identity Debate 20:35 Fatigue Pressing and Roster Fit 23:49 Visa Delays and Player Struggles 26:02 Ref Mistakes and Four Points 28:10 Getting Fired and Moving On 32:00 MAGA Rumor Explained 35:41 On Faith and Public Labels 36:56 Host Apology and Accountability 38:14 Clearing the Air 39:55 Mafia Talk Detour 43:18 Foodie Travel Plans 45:09 Love for LAFC Fans 46:08 Chiellini Leadership Lessons 52:05 Coaching Life Realities 53:24 Best and Worst Kits 55:09 Gareth Bale Ring Story 57:33 Building the Best XI 01:01:14 More Player Shoutouts 01:05:36 Final Thanks and Wrap 01:06:16 Hosts Reflect and Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs NYCFC Postgame: Walta Worldie, Sonny’s Last-Kick Chance & Why This System Isn’t Working | 18 oct. 2026 | 00:53:40 | |
Darren and Vince react to LAFC’s frustrating draw at NYCFC, highlighted by Leo Walta’s spectacular set-piece goal, Hugo Lloris’ saves, and a last-second chance that could have stolen a win. Despite taking four points this week, the performances under Xavi aren’t improving. Players are being used out of position—especially Denis Bouanga at center forward—and there's a lack of chance creation, cohesion, and ball progression. LAFC spent long stretches without shots and looked worse against a bad opponent. For the week, the results are good enough, but for the project to be good enough to do anything in the playoffs, we're not there, and we'll see if anything changes in a big El Trafico matchup next week. 00:00 Inches From Points 00:21 Postgame Frustration 01:46 Xavi System Doubts 03:03 Bouanga Misused 04:04 Tactical Tweaks Not Enough 06:16 Possession Versus Transition 07:56 Results Versus Playoffs 10:38 What Is The Plan 18:35 Happy Foot Sad Foot 21:50 Super Chats And Callers 27:03 Set Piece Breakdown 28:13 DP Defense Debate 29:29 Midfield Passing Woes 30:10 Coaching Philosophy Clash 33:23 No Shots Alarm 34:16 Stats Tell The Story 36:23 Luck And Playoff Path 38:55 Super Chats And Pronunciations 41:07 El Trafico Test 47:16 Bouanga Role Concerns 49:18 Points Prediction Wrap 52:02 Live Penalty Watchalong Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Beat Austin 3-1: UNFILTERED RELIEF from LAFC Fans | 15 oct. 2026 | 00:52:40 | |
Travis, Darren, and Vince react to LAFC’s 3-1 home win over Austin FC, a much-needed, relief-filled first victory of the Xavi Era and a match that finally felt dynamic and fun. We highlight Leo Walta’s impact, discuss how the second half improved after adjustments that got Denis Bouanga in better spots, and talk about the game opening up after goals and Austin mistakes. We cover Sonny’s goal, Bouanga’s brace and near hat trick, Shaffelburg’s strong sub appearance, and frustration over missed chances like Vázquez’s opportunity. And we take your calls! 00:00 Relief Win Recap 01:28 Fresh Style Under Xavi 02:26 Happy Feet Highlights 04:55 Darren and Vince Join 06:36 Vazquez Miss and Mentality 08:04 Second Half Adjustments 14:35 Walta Role and Formation 19:13 Flip Landing and Superchats 21:53 Caller Diego Relief Talk 25:32 Caller LAFC Luke Reactions 27:47 Playoff Table Check 28:57 Caller Jose Lineup Debate 30:55 Road Trip Reality Check 31:17 JT Job Security Talk 31:46 Bouanga Finishing Debate 32:49 Sonny Impact Breakdown 33:42 Love Day Super Chat 35:59 Hello Kitty Night Recap 36:53 Hope Creeps Back In 37:37 Hat Curse Theory 38:35 Kelly Clarkson Drama 40:43 Digger Movie Rant 42:47 Probst Out And VAR Talk 46:06 Bouanga Flip Scare 46:22 Anthem And Stadium Rituals 50:32 Scarves Up Idea 51:44 El Trafico And Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Double Preview: Austin + NYCFC — Is the Xavi Era Already in Trouble? | 13 oct. 2026 | 00:51:00 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC’s two-match week: Austin FC at BMO Stadium on Wednesday, and NYCFC at Citi Field on Saturday. We cover LAFC’s alarming run of form (one win in 11 league matches since Aug. 1, sliding from first to 6th), whether the early Xavi tenure is concerning after a 1–1 draw vs. Vancouver despite a red-card advantage, and what must happen against Austin and NYCFC. But who cares about any of that, Wednesday is HELLO KITTY NIGHT!!!!!! 00:00 Worst Stretch Ever 00:21 Show Intro and Match Preview 00:55 Merch and Patreon Plug 01:44 Listener Banter and Comments 07:30 Call In Show Rules 08:11 Discord Cleanup Warning 09:09 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 10:39 Storylines Segment Setup 12:07 Winless Run Reality Check 21:52 Is Xavi Era a Disaster 24:31 Midfield Pairing Issues 25:43 Bouanga and Son Fit 26:54 Back to 4-3-3 29:42 Defense Selection Debate 32:06 Possession vs Transition 38:51 Two Match Week Preview 43:30 Citi Field Storytime 45:11 Continental Tire MLS Minute 48:54 Bet It and Forget It 50:08 Wrap Up and Patreon Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Had a Man Up and Still Didn't Win? | 11 oct. 2026 | 00:43:06 | |
Travis and Vince react to LAFC’s 1-1 draw at BMO Stadium against the Vancouver Whitecaps in the first match of the Xavi era. The team played most of the game up a man yet conceded first and failed to create enough big chances. They discuss the new 4-4-2 setup aimed at keeping Son and Bouanga closer, early bright spells, and why a system change can’t happen quickly with limited training and players returning from international duty. They highlight strong performances from Vazquez and Leo Walta, question decisions like starting Segura, and break down the on-field dispute between Choinière and Segura as a sign of adjustment to a more aggressive pressing approach. 00:00 Xavi Era Debut 00:30 Early Hope Then Frustration 02:15 Tactical Tweaks 442 03:04 Points Dropped Man Up 04:01 Bright Spots Walta Vazquez 04:26 Son Missed Chances 05:47 Vancouver System Praise 08:02 Choiniere Segura Clash 0:57 Lineup Changes Breakdown 14:36 Happy Feet Takeaways 16:21 Resetting Expectations 23:02 Super Chats New Coach Bump 24:15 Breaking Down The Goal 24:52 Hugo Lloris Praise 25:28 Are We Actually Bad 25:42 Vazquez And Walta Bright Spots 26:51 Thaylon Hype And Hollywood Post 27:49 Caller Jose Xavi Era Takeaways 29:18 Segura Selection Debate 30:28 Lineup Instability And Injuries 31:10 DP Needs And Roster Philosophy 33:37 Caller Luke Playoff Reality Check 36:17 Is JT On The Hot Seat 41:08 Wrap Up And Next Shows Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Vancouver Preview: Xavi Takes Over | 08 oct. 2026 | 00:57:01 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC’s Saturday night match vs the Vancouver Whitecaps at BMO Stadium. We react to Marc Dos Santos being fired midseason, discuss his record, and speculate on what the timing suggests about decision-making above John Thorrington. We look ahead to the Xavi era, set realistic benchmarks for the final six games, and weigh how much the roster reinforcements matter. We recap LAFC players’ big international-break performances, debate potential permanent coaching candidates like Wilfried Nancy, and break down why Vancouver has dipped recently while still leading the West. 00:00 Welcome and Match Preview 00:49 Merch and Support Plug 01:33 International Break Banter 02:58 Nicotine and Zyn Talk 03:43 Baseball Playoffs Detour 05:13 Sports Gossip and MLS Media 06:55 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 08:27 Storylines Segment Setup 09:42 Marc Dos Santos Fired 16:18 Why the Timing Felt Odd 23:45 Darren Reaction and Season Narrative 25:37 International Break Goals and Xavi Interim 27:42 Season Benchmarks Debate 28:38 New Signings Impact 29:41 West Playoff Landscape 31:32 Why Fire Dos Santos 33:10 Owners Want Attacking Style 34:37 Wilfried Nancy Rumors 37:29 Other Coach Names 38:43 Can Xavi Keep Job 42:17 Staff Fallout After Change 43:54 Tactical Periodization Explained 45:47 Vancouver Match Preview 48:06 Why Vancouver Slipped 49:29 Vancouver Sidetrack Stories 51:10 Bet It And Forget It 53:42 Outlandish Bets Picks 56:06 Wrap Up And Plugs Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| EMERGENCY POD: LAFC Fires Marc Dos Santos Mid-Season (Interim Coach Rumors + What’s Next) | 28 sept. 2026 | 01:06:09 | |
Travis jumps on an emergency Happy Foot Sad Foot livestream after LAFC announces it has parted ways with head coach Marc Dos Santos, reading the club’s statement and reacting to the surprising mid-season move following a frustrating loss and a poor run of form. We discuss why the club may have acted now during the international break, what it signals about urgency and accountability, and the hope a coaching change could spark a talented roster before the playoff push. Travis shares an unconfirmed rumor that assistant Andy Rose will serve as interim coach, and the chat throws out potential long-term candidates. Geoff Tock calls in to debate the timing and the value of chasing “variance;” Soccerwise’s David Gass joins to explain league-wide context, John Thorrington’s role, and possible coaching directions for LAFC moving forward; and The Counter Press' Kirk Kinsey joins to dig into the tactics. 00:00 Breaking News Reaction 01:12 Why LAFC Pulled Trigger 02:40 Interim Coach Rumors 04:24 Chat Reactions Coach Wishlist 08:40 Geoff Tock Joins In 09:48 Front Office Pressure Debate 16:38 Variance Over Status Quo 18:51 Fanbase Reset Superchats 22:39 David Goss League Context 29:22 Who Should Coach Next 31:43 Cherundolo Gesture Debate 32:43 Coaching Candidates Talk 33:43 Soccer Wise Plug 35:30 MLS Minute Recap 38:25 Super Chats And Jokes 39:47 Kirk Kinsey Joins 45:38 Tactical Fixes Needed 50:55 Fan Relief And Leaks 56:37 Coach Wishlist And Wrap 01:04:07 Survivor Tangent Finale Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Goal Called Back, Dallas Loss & What’s Left to Save the Season | 27 sept. 2026 | 00:56:31 | |
Travis, Darren, and Vince react to LAFC’s match at FC Dallas, which ends as a 1–0 loss after a would-be equalizer is called back following a controversial VAR-related decision. We talk about how the international break and missing key players tanked the quality, why moral victories don’t matter with two wins in 16, and what the remaining schedule (including Vancouver and Austin at home) means for any turnaround and playoff positioning. We highlight positives like Sergio Vasquez’s impact and other young contributors, worry briefly about Vasquez’s hamstring, and discuss roster depth, injuries, and the league’s scheduling choices. We also debate what Marc Dos Santos needs to do to keep his job with the upcoming “sprint season,” share news that Thayllon is arriving Monday, and wrap with lighter asides, super chats, and and way too much discussion on how hot the team is. 00:00 Two Wins in 16 00:47 Dallas Loss Recap 02:44 VAR Goal Controversy 05:15 West Table Reality 07:54 Happy Foot Standouts 09:50 Broadcast Rant 12:20 Vasquez Deep Dive 16:20 Run-In Schedule Ahead 19:31 MDS Job Security Debate 27:03 AI Viewers Tangent 28:24 Igor Jesus Absence 30:35 Live Show Idea 31:36 Live Show Planning 32:09 Hat Lore and Jewels 32:57 Paper Gun and Tissues 34:10 Season Collapse Review 35:33 Injuries and New Hope 37:03 MDS Accountability Debate 41:33 Super Chats and Ebobisse Rant 44:34 Ayaneiro and Big Forward Talk 45:20 Vince Returns and Vibes 47:58 Trusting MDS System 49:53 Hottest Player Debate 55:05 Wrap Up and Next Matches Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs FC Dallas Preview: International Break Chaos, Tight Table, and the Texas Curse | 25 sept. 2026 | 00:39:46 | |
Travis and Darren preview LAFC’s road match vs FC Dallas and Travis' new life as a Person With A Shaved Head. Then: despair. LAFC’s thin roster gets worse with Aaron Long suspended and multiple players away on international duty (including Denis Bouanga, Jacob Shaffelburg, and Son Heung-min). We attempt to build a makeshift starting XI, discuss the tightest of Tight Tables, and the deadliest of Texas Curses. 00:00 Painful Week Cold Open 00:28 Podcast Intro and Match Preview 01:26 Listener Banter Bald Reveal 02:28 Haircut Story and Regrets 04:32 Good Luck Bet and Slam Poetry 08:22 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 09:55 Storylines Segment Begins 10:56 Roster Crisis International Break 12:35 Building the Back Line 14:45 Midfield Puzzle and Absences 16:27 Raposo Debate and Front Line 17:20 Lineup Chaos Without Stars 19:16 Ebobisse Debate And One Strike Rule 21:04 Tight Table Playoff Math 25:35 Texas Curse And Dallas Six Pointer 27:51 Gloomy Match Outlook And Injury Fears 31:34 MLS Minute Weekend Roundup 35:16 Bet It And Forget It Predictions 38:45 Wrap Up And Support The Pod Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Heartbreak in the Final Minute: LAFC Fans React to Draw with a Man Down vs San Jose | 20 sept. 2026 | 01:08:27 | |
Travis and Darren react to a devastating late draw for LAFC in San Jose after going down a man early on a soft foul that still had to be a red once called. We break down why, despite the heartbreak, this felt like a proud, gutsy defensive performance, highlighted by huge nights from Son and Denis Bouanga (who breaks the club record for regular-season goals) and a remarkable game from Hugo Lloris. We also debate key refereeing moments involving Drew Fisher, VAR, and disallowed goals, shout out standout defending from Porteous, Tafari, and the back line, and air a few Sad Feet including Sieb struggling and late sub frustrations. Plus: Super Chats, callers, and Geoff Tock returns to stir the pot (but also maybe be somewhat human too!?) 00:00 Heartbreak and Pride 01:25 Red Card Debate 05:00 Referee on Blast 07:30 Why It Still Matters 09:25 Happy Feet Highlights 14:40 Backline and Palencia 16:10 Sad Feet and VAR Gripes 20:19 Super Chats and Enemies 22:48 Jeff Tock Calls In 28:49 Travis Signs Off 29:22 Caller Diego Reacts 31:30 Lloris Contract Fears 32:30 VAR and Missed Fouls 33:34 Bright Spots and Playoff Hope 34:53 Supporters Shield Reality Check 35:07 Turning Point or Too Late 36:14 A-Rod Calls In 38:32 Protest to Renewed Belief 39:43 Pretty Rancid Officiating 42:26 Hugo Statue Demands 44:39 Carl on MLS Chaos 46:43 Roster Rules and DP Disparity 52:09 Fanbase Fatigue and Heartbreak 56:08 Roller Coaster Seasons 58:01 Super Chats and Backline Debate 01:01:14 Drew Fischer Rant 01:02:32 Washed Takes and MLS Cup Dreams 01:06:48 Wrap Up and Thanks Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs San Jose Preview: Tight Table, Bad Vibes, and Are We MDS Out? | 18 sept. 2026 | 00:56:08 | |
San Jose sit fourth and we sit sixth with just one point between us, so Travis and Darren preview LAFC’s Saturday afternoon match at Levi’s Stadium and why it feels like a massive six-pointer in a brutally tight Western Conference table. With Vince “missing,” we run through LAFC’s ugly form (seven points in eight matches, no wins since July 25), the bright spot of a record number of clean sheets led by Hugo Lloris, and how close we still are to second place despite everything. We debate whether firing Marc Dos Santos with eight games left is worth the shock to the system, dig into tactical and statistical reasons for the attacking struggles, and then reset with an annual LAFC Fan Meditation. 00:00 Tight Table Tease 00:23 Podcast Welcome Setup 01:34 Listener Banter Sick Travis 02:32 Tires Network Announcement 04:39 Emmys TV Tangent 06:17 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 07:47 Storylines Segment Begins 08:51 Are We In Hell Stats 13:37 Fire MDS Debate 21:15 Darren Deep Dive Tactics 25:39 Sonny Positioning Problems 28:08 What Needs To Change 28:56 Player Coach Fantasy 29:56 Dos Santos Hot Seat 32:27 Early Coaching Search 33:46 Revenge vs San Jose 36:17 MLS Minute Rundown 39:07 LAFC Fan Meditation 51:01 Bet It Segment 55:09 Final Plugs Goodbye Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Rock Bottom? LAFC Fans React to Embarrassing 3-1 Loss at Sporting KC | 13 sept. 2026 | 01:05:45 | |
Darren and Vince break down LAFC’s frustrating 3–1 loss to last-place Sporting Kansas City, debating whether this is “rock bottom” and how much blame falls on tactics, roster decisions, and player readiness. We discuss the first-half lineup choices, halftime adjustments that improved tempo and chance creation, and key moments including Bouanga’s goal, defensive mistakes on SKC’s goals, and missed opportunities that could have changed the match. We take callers, none of whom have anything optimistic to say, but it still makes us feel better. 00:00 Rock Bottom Opener 00:39 Embarrassing SKC Loss 01:10 Lineup Choices Debate 03:38 Goals and Halftime Shift 05:37 Tempo and Finishing Issues 07:36 MLS Parity Reality Check 08:34 Callers Segment Begins 09:02 Drew Says Team Cooked 14:51 Diego Finds Silver Linings 22:44 Streaky Identity and Injuries 26:55 Jeff Tock Rants on Son 30:11 Roster Signings and Coach Talk 34:26 Coaching Tenure Debate 35:47 Measuring Coaches by Metrics 36:11 Shaffelburg Energy Shift 38:41 Academy Pipeline Frustrations 43:21 Reading the Hater Comment 44:09 Roster Age Imbalance Talk 46:12 Son Needs to Shoot 48:16 Vibe Lighting MLS After Dark 51:56 Subs and Lineup Second Guessing 57:18 Callers and Show Banter 01:00:20 Transfers and Getting Healthy 01:04:18 Wrap Up and Community Thanks Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Fans React to 2-0 Win vs RB New York: Disappointment or Progress? Or Both? | 10 sept. 2026 | 01:05:43 | |
At nearly 1:00 AM on the East Coast, Travis joins Vince and Darren break down LAFC’s 2-0 win over the New York Red Bulls, a crucial result albeit a frustraing performance due to poor finishing that could have made it 4-0 or 5-0 by halftime. Jude Terry’s composed strike and Sieb’s banger are bright spots amid missed chances from Bouanga and Son, whose first touch and fatigue are major concerns. We discuss how LAFC tactically exploited Red Bulls’ high line, the TIGHT TABLE in the Western Conference with nine games left, and the return of Igor Jesus after an ACL injury. We also look ahead to Kansas City and debate coaching, roster shuffling, and who’s stepping up beyond the usual scorers. 00:00 Late Night Kickoff 00:34 Match Takeaways 02:32 Bet It Chaos 03:24 Tactics vs Red Bulls 04:30 Finishing Frustrations 06:27 Tight Table Bit 10:42 Pump The Brakes 13:41 Chance Creation Boss 22:29 Igor Returns 25:57 Jeff On Martinez 30:16 Is Son Washed 31:39 Coach Blame Debate 33:54 Low Block Problem 34:34 Do Coaches Matter 37:07 Fire Him Or Not 42:27 Dentist Debate Detour 43:58 Son Double Standard 44:58 Caller Happy Feet 47:26 DP Rules And Selling Son 50:50 Super Chats And Sponsors 53:40 Red Bull Naming Weirdness 56:56 Caller Carl Match Recap 01:02:58 Set Pieces And Merch 01:04:52 Wrap Up And Next Match Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can LAFC Finally Win Again? Double Preview: Red Bull New York + Sporting KC | 09 sept. 2026 | 00:50:28 | |
Are we ever going to win a game again? Darren and Vince (with Travis checking in via prerecorded NYC street videos) preview LAFC’s two-match week: Red Bull New York at BMO Stadium and Sporting Kansas City on the road. This ep HAS IT ALL! We cover the winless stretch, thin margins, finishing issues, an incomplete roster, injuries, disjointed tactics, limited bench options, new signings, visas, what it means if we can’t beat two bad teams, and of course, sea turtles! 00:00 Doom and Gloom Cold Open 00:23 Welcome and Match Preview 01:18 Listener Mandated Banter 01:57 Vince Birthday Food Tour 03:01 Sea Turtle Paddleboard Story 06:35 Reality TV and British Accents 09:09 Ad Break Amirian Law 10:41 Storylines Segment Setup 11:50 Travis in NYC Storylines 13:14 Why LAFC Cannot Win 14:51 Roster Thin and Tactics 20:28 Market Context and Formation 25:17 Disjointed Attack Review 25:50 Midfield Tradeoffs Debate 27:40 New Signings Watch 28:59 Visa Delays and Injuries 31:54 Chemistry vs Game Model 35:43 Final Storyline Must-Win Week 41:01 Ceiling Floor Expectations 42:59 Bet It and Forget It 45:15 Sieb First Impressions 49:43 Wrap Up and Support Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Blow Two Leads in RSL 2-2 Draw (Again) | UNFILTERED Reactions from LAFC Fans | 06 sept. 2026 | 00:41:57 | |
Darren hosts solo with Vince and Travis out, reacting to LAFC’s 2-2 draw at Real Salt Lake that felt like another loss after LAFC led twice and couldn’t hold it. There WERE positives, like strong Hugo Lloris saves, a new look with Shaffelburg behind Bouanga, and Bouanga and Son each posting a goal and an assist on two textbook transition goals, but defensive breakdowns, poor clearances, fatigue, and reliance on isolated individual moments rather than cohesive, creative team play all came back to bite them in the ass (again). New blood is here though, we'll see who can do what and what the homestretch brings. 00:00 Postgame Reality Check 02:17 Bright Spots and Lineup Notes 05:47 Happy Foot Goals Breakdown 07:38 Defensive Lapses and Fatigue 11:35 Air Horn Rant and Poll 12:26 Reading Chats and Superchats 18:12 Season Outlook and New Signings 20:58 Caller Diego Joins In 22:34 Defense Holds Up 23:10 Newton Tactics Bit 23:40 Red Bulls Outlook 24:07 New Signings Waiting 24:59 Creativity Missing 26:09 Tafari And Turnovers 26:51 Tyler Boyd Miss 29:06 Flashes Of Potential 30:31 Coach Or Players 31:48 Finding A Solution 33:59 Late Season Run 40:22 Closing Thoughts Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Real Salt Lake: David Martinez Sold, Transfer Window Recap & Marc Dos Santos' Final Test | 04 sept. 2026 | 00:46:41 | |
Darren and Vince preview LAFC’s MLS road match at Real Salt Lake on Saturday, while sharing updates from Travis and reacting to their scoreless match last week. The big news is LAFC selling David Martinez to Danish club Nordsjælland for $8.5M plus add-ons and sell-on clauses. We lay David Martinez, LAFC Player to rest. And we breakdown our new additions from this transfer window. With pressure mounting and no more excuses, the rest of this season will define Marc Dos Santos’ evaluation. 00:00 No More Excuses 00:29 Match Preview And Plugs 01:18 Retreat Banter 05:24 Sponsor Break 06:57 Storylines Setup 07:44 Travis Dispatch 08:32 Martinez Farewell 16:42 Transfer Window Moves 18:19 New Signings Breakdown 25:37 Playoff Ceiling Talk 26:49 West Wide Open 27:30 Transfer Window Breakdown 28:37 No More Excuses 29:01 Coach Evaluation Clock 32:05 Hot Seat Debate 35:28 Tactics vs Personnel 39:39 RSL Matchup Preview 41:59 Bet It Segment 44:07 Bets and Wrap Up 45:27 Final Goodbyes Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs DC United Preview: Ordaz Revenge Game and a New U22 Midfielder | 27 août 2026 | 00:44:11 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC’s MLS match at DC United on Saturday, (no post-game call-in show!). We debate whether Son Heung-min’s recent goalless run is fatigue, form, or tactics, and break down new signing, Sergio Vázquez's long-term deal, and finally, we tee up the Nathan Ordaz “revenge game” at struggling DC United. 00:00 MLS Never Ends 00:26 Match Preview DC United 01:26 White Monster Banter 03:30 True Crime Detour 05:45 Company Retreat Chaos 08:11 LAFC Unified Recap 08:50 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 10:21 Storylines Segment Setup 11:20 Son Goal Drought Debate 17:43 New Signing Sergio Vasquez 23:06 Midfield Enforcer Fit 24:09 U22 Deal Explained 25:02 Next Signing Speculation 26:37 Ordaz Revenge Storyline 28:18 Facing Former Teammate 31:58 DC United Scouting Report 33:05 LAFC Tactical Debate 36:26 Bet It And Forget It 36:55 Wild Bets Roundup 39:08 French Connection Explained 41:35 French Outro And Plugs Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC v Portland: Many Chances, One Bouanga Blast. Baby Steps Forward, or Not Enough? | 23 août 2026 | 00:39:00 | |
Travis and Vince record a chaotic postgame from their cars at BMO Stadium because the usual studio space is taken during an LAFC Unified broadcast, with Darren producing from a common area. They break down LAFC’s 1-1 draw/loss vibe against Portland: an early concession, a much-improved attacking approach with massive chance creation (including 21 first-half shots and nearly 30 total), but persistent finishing issues, highlighted by reliance on another outside-the-box strike—an incredible Denis Bouanga solo BLAST™. They discuss Tim Tillman’s non-contact injury, mounting roster thinness (Martinez, Palencia, Igor Jesus, Palencia), limited bench options, and the urgency of the closing transfer window. 00:00 Finishing Frustrations 00:31 Remote Pod Chaos 01:56 Chance Creation vs Goals 04:46 Tillman Injury Worries 08:17 Roster Depth Alarm 10:38 Happy Foot Highlights 12:31 Why Chances Failed 13:41 Defense and Transition Risk 17:33 Darren Joins In 18:45 Super Chats Segment 22:29 Roster Chaos Context 23:44 Thin Squad Reality 24:25 Travis Car Chaos 25:24 Jeff Tock Metrics 28:09 Coach Debate Fallout 29:38 Luke Defends Form 32:53 Scoring Drought Breakdown 36:50 Wrap Up And Next Week Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Drop Another 1-0: Rotation Fails in Colorado, Depth Concerns Grow | 20 août 2026 | 01:13:58 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren react to LAFC’s second 1-0 loss in seven days after a deeply frustrating match in Colorado that featured another individual mistake leading to the deciding goal. We discuss a rotated lineup without Bouanga and Son, the lack of chance creation and urgency, and how the “depth” pieces failed to seize their opportunity, with harsh criticism of Ebobisse and mixed feelings on Shaffelburg and Boyd. We highlight positives like Cabral Carter saving a penalty after Ebobisse's own goal, strong defending from Ryan Porteous and Aaron Long, and energetic late moments from Mihalić and Cheberko. We discuss Roster Rules' Law (all MLS conversations must eventually turn to the roster constraints), and mint Ross' Law (maybe we've failed to build a team and style around Bouanga that can work, and the only solution is to part ways with Bouanga to try something entirely different!????) DON'T WORRY!!! WE ALSO TALK ABOUT SURVIVOR!!!!! 00:00 Postgame Meltdown 00:59 Bright Spots Early 02:28 Rotation Letdown 05:26 Why Chances Dried Up 07:25 Depth Crisis Reality 09:50 Window Timing Worries 14:07 Urgency And Dogs 17:33 Super Chats Roll In 23:43 Callers Take The Mic 37:25 Caller Safety Reminder 37:50 Vaughn Plug and Number 38:23 Ross on Bouanga System 41:39 Debating Ross Theory 44:30 MLS Roster Rules Rant 48:33 Super Chats and LARP Talk 51:02 Diego Muted Meltdown 52:13 Justin Tarmac Story 54:34 Portland Preview and Rapid Man 59:52 Vela Nostalgia Break 01:01:16 Joey and Cubby Call 01:06:04 Jeff Probst Survivor Rant 01:13:10 Wrap Up and Saturday Stakes Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Double Match Preview: Colorado Away + Portland at BMO (Plus LAFC Unified Team Interview) | 18 août 2026 | 00:50:53 | |
Travis and Darren preview LAFC’s two MLS matches this week—at Colorado on Wednesday, Aug. 19 (6:30 PM) and vs Portland at BMO on Saturday, Aug. 22 (7:30 PM), both on Apple TV—while addressing fan anxiety after a 1–0 loss to San Diego, a petition to fire Marc Dos Santos, and concerns about roster construction and DP limitations tied to GAM. They discuss recent signings and injuries, then hear from Vince (sidelined with a back injury) on rotation, altitude, and the need to score early in transition against Colorado, plus the must-win home mindset vs Portland. The episode features an interview with LAFC’s Special Olympics Unified Team coach Michael McKnight and players Ashley Marin and Kevin Demetrio ahead of their Saturday match vs Portland after the first team! 00:00 Secret Game Plan Cold Open 00:28 Show Intro and Match Preview 01:16 Special Olympics Unified Hype 02:55 Where Is Vince 04:16 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 05:48 Storylines Segment Setup 07:45 Is the Sky Falling 10:00 Why the Vibes Are Low 17:00 What If Thorrington Is Done 20:07 Roster Debate and Risk Taking 23:07 Leg Injuries and Accountability 26:10 Judging the GM This Season 28:56 More Signings Coming 29:49 Selling Veterans on LAFC 30:52 Roster Depth Reality Check 31:25 Colorado and Portland Preview 32:17 Vince Rotation and Keys 35:04 Unified Team Spotlight 35:45 What Is Unified Soccer 39:14 Season Stories and Nashville 41:48 Balancing Life and Soccer 44:02 How to Watch and Support 47:06 Better Forget It Bets 49:48 Wrap Up and Goodbye Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs San Diego: Handballs, Bad Vibes, and a Brutal 1-0 Loss | 16 août 2026 | 00:33:22 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren react to a frustrating 1-0 loss at BMO Stadium to San Diego in a match dominated by bad vibes, time-wasting, and an infuriating referee. We break down LAFC’s strong pressing and defensive play, but repeated failure to finish in the final third, and a gas tank on low after a heavy Leagues Cup schedule, and San Diego's sharp defense and clutch goalkeeping. But wait, there's more! We also have injury setbacks, transfer window roster limitations, and the open fandom question: do we finally have to start calling this a rivalry? 00:00 Postgame Shock Intro 01:23 Why LAFC Lost 02:16 Tactics and Fatigue 03:47 Ref and Bad Luck 06:02 Injuries and Roster News 07:06 Super Chats and Timewasting Rant 09:33 Referee List Debate 10:48 Midfield Needs and Callers Begin 12:35 Jeff Tock Chaos Call 15:30 Diego Call Boyd and Subs 17:57 Smokescreen Kit Debate 19:25 Diego Signs Off 19:35 Justin Calls From San Diego 21:39 Rivalry Pride And Losing Streak 26:03 GAM TAM Reality Check 26:17 Super Chats And Stadium Cops 29:05 Son Yips Discussion 30:24 Paulie Calls And Divorce Bit 32:21 Jewels Gaskets And Wrap Up Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Fans React to Leagues Cup Fallout, Analyze New Signing, and Preview San Diego Match | 14 août 2026 | 01:02:50 | |
We go live to track the final Leagues Cup results and react as our hopes fade, then pivot to LAFC’s new signing Armindo Sieb, a 23-year-old striker from the Bayern Munich system (recently with Mainz) on a long-term deal. We break down why this kind of move fits MLS roster constraints, how the Bayern partnership can help with scouting intel, and what we see in Sieb’s highlight reel—powerful finishing, comfort on the ball, and a “tweener” profile who could play as a support striker or alongside Son. Then we preview Saturday’s home match vs San Diego, discussing their drop to 13th in the West, their possession-heavy style, LAFC’s transition advantage, and rotation choices with a brutal August schedule. We close with listener questions, rivalry talk, and Bet It and Forget It predictions. 00:00 Dog Joins the Show 00:23 Live Preview Setup 01:16 Leagues Cup Scoreboard Watch 02:41 Banter and Chat Format 04:03 Leagues Cup Fate Debate 05:39 New Signing Introduced 08:08 Why This Transfer Makes Sense 19:33 Highlight Reel Breakdown 30:30 Leagues Cup Ends and Refocus 31:34 San Diego Matchup Tactics 35:19 Brutal August Schedule and Rotation 36:35 Rotation Strategy Debate 38:52 San Diego Rivalry Stakes 39:51 Crowd Trouble Memories 40:35 Questions and Subscriber Push 41:43 Bayern Partnership Explained 47:55 Transfer Window Outlook 50:05 MLS Calendar and Trophy Talk 53:04 Bet It and Forget It 55:08 Blood Types and Signoff Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Querétaro: Trap Game Chaos, PK Win, and Leagues Cup Math Hell | 13 août 2026 | 01:31:10 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren react to LAFC’s frustrating 1-1 home draw with Querétaro at BMO Stadium, where we advance the night on penalties but miss the chance to clinch progression outright. We break down the rotated starting lineup, conceding early, and how the low block exposed ongoing issues creating chances when we don’t score first. We talk halftime fixes (Tim Tillman and David Martinez changing the match), the missed sitters from Son, Bouanga, Tafari, and Choinière, and why the second-half performance still wasn’t clinical enough. We also unpack the unforgiving, confusing Leagues Cup format and the exact results we now need from Chicago/Austin, vent about inconsistent refereeing and time-wasting, touch on injuries, roster depth, and the complications around adding a DP, then wrap with callers, Super Chats, and our happy feet/sad feet from the night. 00:00 Tournament Math Madness 00:34 Postgame Intro and Stakes 01:49 Rotation and Halftime Fixes 04:36 Low Block Problem Returns 07:20 Missed Chances and Lineup Gamble 12:46 Leagues Cup Math Breakdown 17:49 Happy Foot Sad Foot Recap 18:36 Referee Frustrations 21:13 Tillman and Jude Terry Talk 26:31 Transfer Window Tug Job 29:25 Super Chats and Inside Jokes 30:20 Callers Segment Begins 36:31 No Calls While Driving 36:44 Patreon Tickets Shoutout 37:30 Game Vibes and Fireworks 38:10 Happy Feet Chemistry Notes 38:56 Short Kings Banter 39:40 Luke Rants About Dropped Points 42:27 Are We Actually Through 42:49 Which Shot Would Darren Score 45:35 Jump Shot Coffee Meetup Plug 46:00 Super Chats Signings and PK Talk 49:39 The Undefeated Lucky Hat 52:17 Unc Moment and Trap Game Talk 53:56 A Rod Calls In Tillman Critique 01:01:06 Heel Furious About Rotation 01:03:48 Tock Meltdown Mode 01:03:58 Muted But Furious 01:04:24 Coaching Choices Rant 01:05:26 LAFC Jail Bit 01:06:34 Sincere Check In 01:07:58 AI Viewers Plug 01:09:17 Process Versus Result 01:09:48 Voice Memo Challenge 01:10:54 Criticizing The Coach 01:11:26 Writer Rankings Detour 01:12:34 Caller Agrees With Tock 01:14:54 Martinez As A Ten 01:18:33 Jewel Soundboard Break 01:19:58 Chucky Locker Room Drama 01:21:53 Podcast Logistics Corner 01:23:08 Back To School Tangent 01:26:43 Late Night Chaos 01:30:23 Wrap Up Roses Thorns Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Eddie Segura Saves LAFC’s Leagues Cup Hopes with Stoppage Time Winner vs Toluca | LAFC Fans React | 09 août 2026 | 00:50:45 | |
Darren and Vince recap a heated, high-intensity LAFC win over Toluca in Leagues Cup, praising the atmosphere, physical edge, and how LAFC matched Toluca’s man-to-man pressure with sharper midfield rotations and off-ball movement. Darren names Eddie Segura as his Happy Foot for a brick-wall defensive cameo capped by a stoppage-time winning goal, while Vince highlights Choinière and the midfield’s ability to break pressure after recent slow starts. We discuss improved team commitment, strong moments from Hugo Lloris, and concerns about opponents targeting Son physically. Callers and super chats weigh in on David Martinez’s frustration and fitness, Eddie’s role as a versatile squad piece, Michael Olise being in the building, and the Leagues Cup standings implications heading into the next match against Querétaro, with an eye on upcoming schedule and trophy ambitions. 00:00 Postmatch Welcome 00:20 Segura Steals Show 01:59 Midfield Control Praise 04:03 Intensity And Movement 06:11 Leagues Cup Impact 06:47 Super Chats And Travis 07:15 Olise Sightings Fund 08:00 Goal Breakdown And Lloris 11:26 Jeff Joins The Call 15:19 Martinez Fitness Debate 21:17 Diego Leagues Cup Math 27:00 Luke On Vintage Segura 27:25 Segura’s Perfect Night 28:35 Center Back Depth Talk 29:15 Martinez Frustration Breakdown 31:00 Midfield Praise and Chemistry 32:31 Leagues Cup Math Ahead 33:14 Caller Debates Segura Role 35:02 Vince Explains Segura Value 38:07 Late Night Caller Chaos 39:44 Fans in the Stands Moments 43:12 DP Needs and Super Chats 48:10 Final Caller and Wrap Up Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Chivas: Jude Terry's Winning PK, Tafari’s Heroics, and a Wild Night at BMO | 06 août 2026 | 00:48:32 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren break down LAFC’s 1-1 draw with Chivas that ends in a penalty shootout win, a “Chivas vs Chivas” night with an electric, contentious atmosphere at BMO that featured a heavy Chivas presence but a loud 3252. David Martinez’s mature decision and assist in the build-up, a strong defensive performance led by Nkosi Tafari with MULTIPLE goal-saving interventions, and the 17-year-old homegrown hero, Jude Terry stepping up to score the winning PK with ADDULT COMPOSURE, all contributed to a big win tonight. We talk to fans calling in from the stadium, LAFC fans, Chivas fans, and split fans. BIG W (but also technically a draw for record-keeping purposes). 00:00 Postmatch Intro 00:47 Atmosphere And Stakes 01:38 Happy Sad Feet Breakdown 04:43 Jude Terry Heroics 07:15 Lineup And Penalty Choices 09:58 Super Chats And Banter 12:58 Caller Vaughn And Andrew 17:46 Caller Diego And Merch Talk 23:29 Emoji and Pronunciation Bits 24:00 Jersey Talk and Merch Logistics 25:34 Eric Duenas Return Jokes 27:03 Leo Calls In Stadium Atmosphere 30:43 Roster Depth and Fan Color Debate 35:36 Big Club Expectations Rant 38:36 ARod Split Allegiance Story 44:03 Grim Reaper and Hospital Horse 46:18 Substack Plug and Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 2026 Leagues Cup Preview: Chivas at BMO, Toluca Revenge... or Do We Just Punt!? | 05 août 2026 | 01:05:48 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC’s 2026 Leagues Cup group stage at BMO Stadium—Chivas (Aug 5), Toluca (Aug 8), and Querétaro (Aug 12)—plus: Hawaii, Marcus Rashford, Darren’s belief he could hit a half-field shot, Larry Berg as MLS commissioner, the history of Chivas and LAFC, Leagues cup: should we care? And of course our 2026 Q2 Quarterly Review! 00:00 Welcome and Leagues Cup Dates 01:20 Listener Mandated Banter 01:54 Hawaii and Rashford Sighting 05:22 Darren Half Field Challenge 09:04 Amirian Law Ad Break 10:34 Storylines Segment Intro 11:38 Larry Berg New MLS Boss 25:59 Chivas USA History and Rivalry 37:31 How Much Leagues Cup Matter 40:00 Leagues Cup Approach 41:13 Scouting Group Opponents 42:59 Rotation And Goal Differential 44:28 Should LAFC Punt 47:18 Never Punt Philosophy 49:10 Quarterly Review Bit 52:49 Goal Draft Update 58:54 Bold Predictions Check 01:01:43 Bet It And Forget It 01:05:14 Final Plugs And Signoff Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Draws Vancouver 1-1: Turf Chaos, Soft PK, Son’s Finish | Postgame Call-In Show | 02 août 2026 | 01:06:35 | |
LAFC draw Vancouver 1-1 at BC Place and we leave feeling both annoyed and encouraged: our defense earned a win, but a soft penalty changed the result and cost us points in the race for first in the West. We break down how Vancouver’s possession game met our transition game, why our midfield passing wasn’t sharp enough, Son's beautiful finish, and how much the new turf in Vancouver wrecked both teams’ ability to play. COULD DARREN HAVE SCORED THAT HALF-FIELD OPEN GOAL SHOT FROM CHOINIERE??? 00:00 Postmatch Reactions 01:56 Tactical Chess Match 02:45 XG And Shot Quality 04:09 BC Place Turf Rant 09:00 Defensive Standouts 09:32 Soft Penalty Debate 12:39 Segura Midfield Choice 14:42 Halfway Line Shot Argument 18:22 Super Chats And FIFA Talk 21:45 Caller Diego Recap 25:54 Caller Carl Midfield Concerns 35:26 Caller Leo Bets And Leagues Cup 39:08 Leagues Cup Worth It 39:57 Format Confusion Explained 40:44 Banter With Liga MX 41:33 Will Chivas Care 42:57 Leo Call Wrap 44:34 Jewels And Super Chats 45:44 Nkosi Tafari Rotation 49:51 Alex Calls In 53:56 Ice Cream Tangent 56:57 Mascot Furry Idea 58:17 White Monster Debate 59:58 Show Logistics And Plans 01:01:54 Son Goal Breakdown 01:06:04 Final Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Can Son Heung-min Contend for MVP? | LAFC v Vancouver Whitecaps Preview | 30 juil. 2026 | 00:38:28 | |
Darren and Vince preview LAFC’s Saturday match vs the Vancouver Whitecaps at BC Place, with key storylines from Travis in front of a SICKENING Hawaii sunset. We debate whether Sonny’s recent scoring run and league-leading assists put him in the MVP conversation already, how LAFC’s shift toward a deeper, transition-heavy style is unlocking Sonny and Bouanga, and what that means against a possession-oriented Vancouver side. We also dig into the evolving starting midfield (Tillman, Delgado, Choinière, the return of Igor Jesus) and what roster flexibility could bring in the window. AND MORE!!! Oh, you want more specifics? Here, here's every single thing with the exact timecode for when we discuss it. Happy???? 00:00 Welcome and Match Preview 00:58 Listener Banter All Stars 01:39 Skills vs Celebrity Games 02:44 Fixing MLS All Star Format 04:42 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 06:10 Storylines Segment Setup 06:54 Travis Update From Hawaii 08:10 Sonny MVP Debate 10:01 Transition Style Breakdown 15:16 Midfield Questions and Rumors 16:08 New Midfield Shape Explained 18:12 Who Fits Going Forward 19:14 Roster Depth Check 19:41 Need Game Changers 20:16 Midfield Spacing Fix 21:24 Upgrade Targets Debate 23:36 Roster Flexibility Window 24:17 Transfer Expectations Reality 26:04 Vancouver Revenge Setup 29:29 Styles Clash Preview 32:22 Fan Revenge Energy 34:10 Bet It Segment 35:57 Wild Predictions Round 37:33 Closing Thanks Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 4 STRAIGHT WINS | LAFC Fans React to 4-0 Demolition over SKC | 26 juil. 2026 | 00:55:57 | |
LAFC Smash SKC 4-0 + Olly the Falcon Escapes Again. Travis calls in from Hawaii with a Marcus Rashford sighting, promises to try to get him to join the team but abruptly cuts out. We'll never know! In the meantime we partied about LAFC’s dominant 4–0 win over Sporting Kansas City. Goals from Son and Bouanga (both scoring in three straight), Bouanga’s brace, contributions from David Martinez and Tyler Boyd, plus Tillman’s return to the starting XI and a solid midfield performance. We're flyin high after 4 straight wins and Son Heung-min fully unlocked, any Olly the Falcon is flying high too, doin whatever she wants, AS SHE SHOULD! 00:00 Audio Chaos Intro 00:53 Welcome And 4-0 Recap 02:00 Tillman Returns Midfield Talk 02:47 SKC Pressing Breakdown 03:57 Casual Fan Reactions 05:01 Super Chats And Table Talk 07:05 Caller A Rod Trap Game 08:47 DP Rumors De Bruyne Talk 11:16 Caller Diego Olly Strike 14:12 Caller LAX Andy Vibes 16:38 Caller Ross Lineup Tinkering 22:56 Caller Joey Discord Trial 26:16 Olly Falcon Conspiracy 30:30 Heel Of Foot Bird Danger 31:46 Falcon Panic Debate 32:50 Back to Soccer Talk 33:09 Roster Needs Nine or Midfield 35:51 Jeff Signs Off 36:00 Caller Sober Match Review 40:19 Danny Two Nips Tradition 43:06 Super Chats Roundup 45:05 Choiniere Praise and Chants 50:25 Gio Reyna Transfer Talk 52:28 Grip Tape and Olly Theory 54:38 Final Super Chat and Wrap Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs RSL Recap | Dolo Ball Working, Sonny's Form Back, and Hugo Made the Saves | 23 juil. 2026 | 00:48:49 | |
Are we back?! LAFC 3-1 RSL postgame: Sonny's back, Dolo Ball vibes, and a massive West points swing. Travis, Vince, and Darren recap LAFC’s 3-1 win over Real Salt Lake, a night where nearly everything went LAFC’s way. The more transition-heavy “Dolo ball” approach under Marc Dos Santos worked this time, including Sonny being freed from pressing duties, leading to his continued resurgence with two goals in two games. RSL created chances but failed to finish and Hugo Lloris made key saves. Bouanga with another beautiful goal too, and the team is FLYING out of the World Cup break. Best of luck to SKC on Saturday! 00:00 Welcome Back Vibes 01:10 Dolo Ball Tactics 02:13 RSL Threats And Mistakes 03:50 Sonny Back In Form 07:51 Bouanga Goal Breakdown 09:44 West Standings Swing 12:12 Celebrations And Stadium Moments 14:57 Delgado And Build Up Talk 20:41 Martinez Vs Shaffelburg Debate 23:44 Super Chats And Callers 29:35 Luke Gets Roasted 31:12 XG Chance Breakdown 31:53 Gems Take Over 32:44 A-Rod Birthday Call 33:57 Shibierko Shines 35:05 Olly Mishap Clean Sheet 36:05 Segura Six Debate 38:11 More Gems More Chaos 39:34 Diego Audio Meltdown 44:13 Danny Two Nips Returns 47:11 Wrap Up And Saturday Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Is Son Heung-min Back!? | Real Salt Lake + Sporting KC Match Previews | 21 juil. 2026 | 00:45:03 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren preview LAFC’s two home matches at BMO Stadium this week: Real Salt Lake and Sporting Kansas City. With the weight of the World Cup off his shoulders, Son Heung-min finally has his first regular-season goal, and we think that's just the beginning. PLUS: we've got some dots to connect about what John Thorrington is cooking during the summer transfer window (a 3rd DP!?). And what makes Real Salt Lake good this year? What makes Sporting KC terrible this year? Can we plow through both of them!? 00:00 Welcome and Match Preview 01:09 Listener Banter and Takeaways Return 04:50 Substack Plug and Vela Bits 06:20 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 07:53 Storylines Segment Setup 08:43 Is Son Back 15:53 Summer Window Thorrington Moves 22:02 Boudri Farewell and Merch Talk 25:41 RSL and SKC Week Stakes 27:39 RSL Road Woes 28:07 RSL Schedule Crunch 28:39 Post Galaxy Momentum 29:11 Sporting KC Roast 30:27 SKC Goals Against 31:01 Kansas City Away Day 31:59 World Cup PSYOP Talk 33:57 Halftime Show Debate 36:41 Bet It Rules 37:18 Vince Cashes Out 39:26 This Week’s Wild Bets 44:30 Patreon and Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Smash Carson 3-0 in the Most Casual El Tráfico Ever (Son Finally Scores!) | 18 juil. 2026 | 00:53:52 | |
Travis, Vince, and Darren celebrate LAFC’s 3–0 win over the LA Galaxy in Carson, one of only TWO victories in Carson in El Tráfico history for LAFC. Son finally breaks his scoring drought, Bouanga comes with a Bouanga Blast™, Mark Delgado scores and celebrates in front of his former club, and Cheberko shows a promising first start for the club. We still had issues, we still mourn the loss of Nathan Ordaz, and we still have a wishlist for the summer transfer window. We break it all down. 00:00 Chaotic Show Intro 00:48 El Trafico Recap 02:03 Weird Game Vibes 04:49 Son Breaks Through 06:02 If Its Cool Counts 09:34 Lineup And Buildup Issues 11:16 Transfer Rumors KDB 13:55 Happy Feet Roundup 16:09 Galaxy Fans And Tifo Roast 18:20 Super Chats Segment 21:37 Caller Vaughn Joins 26:35 Nate Ordaz Farewell 27:15 Ordaz Legacy Talk 28:17 Lessons From Failure 29:05 Youth Pipeline Shoutouts 29:37 A-Rod Stadium Recap 33:59 Metro Call Chaos 35:37 Delgado Revenge Goal 37:22 Tifo Roast AI Debate 40:59 Transition Play Concerns 45:01 Super Chats And PSA 46:26 Realistic Transfer Wishlist 51:07 Paulie Encore Bench Bits 53:11 We Are So Back Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Nathan Ordaz Sold to DC United: What LAFC is Missing for El Tráfico | 16 juil. 2026 | 00:55:26 | |
El Tráfico Preview: Who’s Even on LAFC Right Now? Ordaz Sold, Summer Window Rumors & How Worried Should We Be About Galaxy? Travis and Vince return for a chaotic match preview of LAFC’s first game after the World Cup break: El Tráfico. We cover LAFC selling homegrown Nathan Ordaz to DC United; summer transfer rumors and roster moves - including Eustáquio likely returning to Porto, David Martinez and Boudri speculation, and defender Yevhen Chubarko joining; and Why El Tráfico feels like MLS’s must-watch rivalry, and what LAFC and coach Marc Dos Santos need to prove against a Galaxy side missing Puig and Pec. 00:00 Welcome and Match Details 00:48 Merch and Patreon Plug 01:19 Listener Mandated Banter 02:45 World Cup Rants 06:51 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 08:06 Storylines Segment Begins 09:18 Ordaz Sold to DC 15:15 Summer Transfer Rumors 16:47 Thorrington Strategy Talk 22:44 Is El Trafico Biggest 24:36 Iconic Rivalry Moments 30:37 How Worried About Galaxy 34:25 Galaxy Scouting and Result 37:38 Live Show Game Intro 38:59 Is It Bigger Game Starts 40:03 Audience Teams Picked 41:03 Rules and Riqui Puig Joke 42:00 Rapid Fire Height Guesses 44:09 Score Confusion and VAR Bits 45:41 More Wild Comparisons 49:13 Final Rounds and Winners 50:39 Live Show Plug and Reset 51:08 Bet It and Forget It Rules 52:11 Outlandish El Trafico Bets 54:34 Wrap Up and Goodbyes Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| HaFoSaFo Live Benefit Show | World Cup Break Special | 27 juin 2026 | 01:05:08 | |
Happy Foot Sad Foot Live at the Elysian on 6/13/26: World Cup Break Banter, Storylines, and Games for CHIRLA Happy Foot Sad Foot records a sold-out live World Cup break benefit show at the Elysian Theater, raising money for CHIRLA via ticket proceeds and a live auction. Travis, Vince, and Darren cover mid-season LAFC Storylines, including LAFC players’ World Cup minutes, and the state of USMNT's opening World Cup match. Are we back!? Are we bad!? Who's stock is rising and falling? Watch to find out, and get some fun surprise special guests, games, and more, all to benefit CHIRLA: The Coalition For Immigrant Rights! 00:00 Live Show Kickoff 02:15 Listener Mandated Banter 03:57 Crowd Shoutouts 05:21 Charity Auction Plug 06:43 Storylines Theme Song 09:08 World Cup Check In 16:26 USMNT Pentagon Tactics 19:32 Stock Rising Stock Falling 24:13 Bouanga And Segura Debate 28:20 Summer Transfers And Cherpako 33:48 Marc Dos Santos Temperature Check 34:44 Tock Takeover Monologue 38:21 Rothrock Roasts LA 39:31 Cease And Desist Bit 40:21 Vaughn Amirian Ad Read 41:04 MLS Or Pokemon Game 46:51 Annette Wins The Prize 47:59 Bigger Than Riqui Puig 01:01:10 Merch And Crowd Shoutouts 01:02:17 Charity Total And Thanks 01:04:13 Final Goodbye Encore Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Show a SOUND 1-0 Win Over The Sounders Heading Into World Cup Break | LAFC Fans React | 25 mai 2026 | 00:42:00 | |
Travis, Darren, and Vince recap LAFC’s 1-0 home win over the Seattle Sounders in a strangely high-stakes May match that most likely wouldn't have impacted Marc Dos Santos’s job status, BUT COULD've... and DID end LAFC’s two-month winless run at BMO Stadium. After a rare full week with time to train, they played... almost like they had time to train? Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga looking good together again; David Martinez, Hollingshead, TILLMAN? HASAL? ALL looking good tonight! A much needed ending to a tumultuous run so we can rest easy and see what moves they make this summer. H.A.G.S, Friends After High School! 00:00 Postgame Reactions 01:14 Standout Performances 03:33 Vince Joins In 04:45 Tactics And Chances 07:01 Table And Vibes 08:17 Transfer Rumors 11:05 More Happy Sad Feet 14:18 Super Chats Begin 17:56 Callers And Parlays 22:09 Wrapping Michael Call 22:26 Carl Kids First Match 23:35 Dos Santos Patience 24:47 World Cup Break Plans 27:37 Carl Creator Shoutout 29:40 Pride Night Fireworks 31:03 Tactical Tweaks Review 33:53 World Cup Kits Merch 35:22 Diego Tillman Goal 37:46 Ref In The Way 39:31 Closing Live Show Plug Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Seattle Preview + Denis Bouanga Apology Fallout + Tom Steyer Interview!? | 20 mai 2026 | 01:02:19 | |
We preview LAFC’s MLS match vs Seattle on Sunday. We break down Denis Bouanga’s public apology after comments about LAFC playing differently this year and the difficulty connecting with Son Heung-min. How does it affect the fate of coach Marc Dos Santos, fan backlash, and tactical improvements? What could and should happen during this World Cup break for the squad? What does this match vs Seattle mean for LAFC leading into this break? And what does California Gubernatorial Candidate Tom Steyer have to say about issues that matter to LAFC fans? Yeah, you read that right! 00:00 Cold Open Chaos 00:33 Show Intro and Match Preview 01:41 Listener Banter and Tom Steyer Tease 05:38 Politics in Sports 09:03 Sponsor Break 10:19 Storylines Segment Setup 11:50 Bouanga Apology Explained 16:30 Tactics Debate and Coach Heat 22:26 JT Decisions and Break Reset 29:37 Summer Break Plans 30:44 Fixing LAFC Possession 32:03 Transfer Priorities Number Nine 32:56 Coach Decision Or Roster 34:10 Best Summer Break Stories 38:12 Seattle Match Turning Point 43:12 Tom Steyer Interview Setup 47:21 Abolish ICE And Immigration 50:14 Billionaire Skepticism Answered 55:56 World Cup Picks And Wrap 58:01 Bet It And Forget It 01:01:14 Final Thanks And Signoff Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC lose AGAIN v Nashville, 3-2 | LAFC Fans React | 18 mai 2026 | 01:08:02 | |
LAFC Falls 3-2 at Nashville: Bouanga Wakes Up, Set Pieces Hurt, and What Changes Before Seattle Darren and Vince react to another frustrating LAFC loss, with a few bright spots but mostly familiar frustrating problems as LAFC hobbles toward the World Cup break. We break down what needs to change, hear from you all about what you think, and descend deeper and deeper into the dark abyss. Join us! 00:00 Postgame Frustration 00:50 Breakdown of First Goal 02:20 Pros and Happy Foot 02:58 Cons Forward Passing 04:34 Stagnant Attack Issues 07:55 Chances and Set Pieces 10:31 Super Chats Begin 11:01 Captaincy and Leadership 14:50 Coach Debate and Hope 20:12 More Super Chats and Jokes 23:58 Jeff Tock Calls In 25:42 Looking Ahead to Seattle 26:53 Training Ground Fixes 31:31 Jeff Tock Rant 35:31 Eustáquio DP Debate 36:46 Locker Room Tension 38:46 Substitution Burnout 40:05 Fire MDS Arguments 41:10 Happy Feet Caller 43:29 DP Left Back Pitch 45:16 Bob Bradley Case 49:01 Diego Zooms Out 57:41 Super Chats Tactics 01:04:02 MLS Roster Reality 01:06:23 Final Thoughts Prediction Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC Fans React to COLLAPSE in St. Louis | 14 mai 2026 | 00:57:18 | |
Travis and Vince react to LAFC’s third straight loss in seven days, a 2–1 defeat to 28th-place St. Louis City that capped a brutal stretch of 10 goals conceded in three games after an early-season run as an elite defensive team. It gets worse before the World Cup break and transfer windows provide light at the end of the sewer, with Nashville and Seattle coming up next. So, yknow, brace yourself. 00:00 Postgame Meltdown 00:50 Defense Falls Apart 02:19 Raposo Under Fire 03:21 Ritiro Reset Idea 06:00 Fixing Fullbacks 06:46 Martinez Bright Spot 07:49 Chemistry And Confidence 08:50 Tough Road Ahead 11:44 Accountability Check 13:43 Super Chats And Dogs 16:04 Caller Vaughn Joins 21:26 Caller Diego Recap 24:11 Jeff Tock Chaos 26:31 Batman Noir Debate 27:35 HBO Max Side Quest 28:11 All Coaches Bastards 28:29 Do Coaches Matter 30:35 Thorrington Club DNA 33:48 Roster Slots Injuries Luck 35:52 Live Show Frog Town 36:49 Break Then El Trafico 39:35 Fire Coach Threshold 43:30 Caller Eustaquio Future 48:21 Caller Transfer Window Plans 54:37 Wrap Up And Goodbyes Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs St. Louis + Nashville: Where's Our Panic Meter? | 12 mai 2026 | 00:47:10 | |
Travis, Vince and Darren preview LAFC’s two MLS matches this week, first vs St. Louis CITY (city, city, city...) then at Nashville, and decide difinitively and objectively, with no debate allowed ever, just how worried fans should be following recent heavy losses. Will the summer transfer window bring the right changes? What ARE the right changes? Will Darren still be friends with Travis and Vince after he sells a coffee table book based on his forthcoming HIT TUMBLR??? 00:00 Welcome and Match Preview 00:44 Merch and Postgame Plug 01:15 Listener Banter Begins 01:36 World Cup at Cosm 03:11 Immersive Movies Explained 06:08 Live Show Logistics 07:07 Sponsor Break Amirian Law 08:18 Storylines Segment Setup 09:31 How Worried Are We 17:02 Tactics Versus Game Model 22:09 MLS Context and Expectations 25:56 Summer Window Needs 26:15 Summer Window Priorities 27:26 Fixing Fullback Depth 28:02 Finding a True Nine 30:13 DP Model and Roster Choices 31:13 Which U22s Stay 34:41 Scouting St Louis and Nashville 37:27 Points Targets and Coach Pressure 38:31 Off Topic City Debate 41:43 Bet It and Forget It 43:16 Outlandish Picks and Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC's Worst Week Gets Worse | Back-to-Back Demolitions | 11 mai 2026 | 00:36:59 | |
Travis, Darren, and Vince react to a miserable LAFC week that included a 4–0 Champions Cup loss has now been followed by a 4–1 home defeat to Houston, with Nathan Ordaz scoring LAFC’s lone goal. The expected post-Champions-Cup hangover has certainly arrived, and shows no signs of letting up until the World Cup break. Happy Mothers Day! Happy Big Birthday, Travis! Otherwise SAD! 00:00 Hungover After Houston 01:44 Quick Show Format 02:04 Happy Sad Feet Recap 02:18 Brutal Schedule Ahead 03:11 Why Houston Won 05:10 Mistakes Spacing Fatigue 06:46 No Training Time Problem 08:30 Birthday Banter Bogusz 11:31 Second Half Collapse 13:51 Son Role And Need Nine 16:13 DP Moves Summer Rebuild 17:33 Tiny Donuts Call In 19:03 Can Son Play Nine 20:23 Martinez Too Wide 21:13 Super Chats Begin 23:03 Press Question Debate 24:20 MDS Tactics And Rotation 27:47 Palencia Injury Fallout 29:15 Hangover And Expectations 30:58 Post World Cup Roster 32:30 Bouanga Brazil Rumors 35:26 Signing Off And Live Show Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC vs Houston Preview: Champions League Hangover + Marc Dos Santos Under the Microscope | 08 mai 2026 | 00:38:12 | |
Travis, Darren, and Vince preview LAFC’s MLS match vs Houston on Sunday, May 10 at 6:00 PM at BMO Stadium. Will LAFC will suffer a CONCACAF Champions Cup hangover after losing at home to Toluca? How can Marc Dos Santos improve? ...Do we talk about Houston? All this PLUS we FINALLY discuss Cold Stone Creamery and Catlina Island. 00:00 Welcome and Match Preview 00:35 Merch and Patreon Plug 00:53 Listener Mandated Banter 01:20 Fourth Wing Book Mishap 02:49 Cold Stone Memories 04:17 Glendale vs Long Beach 05:40 Catalina Trip Pitch 06:35 Catalina Wildlife and Vibes 08:39 Sponsor Message Amirian Law 09:54 Storylines Segment Setup 10:55 Champions Cup Hangover 12:16 Chiellini on Emotional Reset 14:10 Grief and Player Humanity 16:22 Why MLS Timing Is Weird 16:49 Season Timing and Cups 17:29 Getting Out of Your Head 18:31 Evaluating Marc Dos Santos 21:46 Rotation Depth and Tactics 25:30 Pressers and Taking Heat 28:18 Who Is Thriving Now 30:31 Do We Talk Houston 31:41 Bogusz Return and Preview 34:45 Bet It and Forget It 37:39 Wrap Up and Sign Off Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Lloris Couldn't Save This Mess | LAFC Fans React to Collapse | 07 mai 2026 | 01:35:02 | |
Travis, Darren and Vince react to LAFC’s brutal 4–0 loss to Toluca in Toluca, one of the club’s worst nights and a cowardly, mistake-filled performance marked by awful passing and missed early chances. Hugo Lloris was the lone bright spot amid relentless pressure, which was not nearly enough to avoid complete disaster. A truly horrifying spectacle of a loss! 00:00 Postmatch Meltdown 01:10 Darren Takes The Blame 02:22 Quick Game Recap 03:03 Happy Foot Sad Foot 06:09 Any Positives Tonight 07:17 What Was The Plan 08:01 Pressure And Passing 11:39 Courage And Collapse 13:09 Therapy And The Gun Bit 17:05 Super Chats Begin 17:29 Happy Foot Flag Story 18:30 Parking The Bus Debate 19:35 Tillman Reception And Bouanga 23:15 MLS Roster Rules Rant 27:54 More Super Chats And Tunisia 30:39 First Caller Jeff Tock 34:09 Lineup Rage Begins 34:44 Tillman Role Debate 35:04 Midfield Picks Questioned 35:54 Nobody Played Well 36:23 Sell Bouanga Argument 37:18 Jeff Gets Booted 37:32 Diego Calls In 38:38 Tillman Miss Breakdown 42:41 Ross Tactical Fixes 44:49 Striker Problem Talk 48:58 Super Chats Suffering 53:56 Tactical Disaster Debate 59:00 A-Rod Happy Heel 01:03:15 Tillman Out Train 01:04:29 Justin Reads Superchat 01:05:09 Roster Money Panic 01:06:40 Roster Rules Must Hit 01:07:09 Overpaid Players Critique 01:07:46 Who Builds The Roster 01:07:58 GAM Trade Reality Check 01:08:50 Defense And Expectations 01:10:02 DP Versus U22 Debate 01:10:18 Wrapping The Caller 01:10:36 Speedrun Super Chats 01:13:52 Is Son A Concern 01:14:57 Burger King Detour 01:17:23 CONCACAF Ref Rant 01:18:59 Ryan Calls In Drunk 01:20:53 Paulie Cat And Beef 01:25:04 Ontario Andy Pushback 01:27:45 Creepy TIFO Talk 01:31:05 Final Thoughts And Hope Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| LAFC STEAL a 2-2 Draw in San Diego | LAFC Fans React | 03 mai 2026 | 00:50:56 | |
Travis, Darren, and Vince break down LAFC's stoppage time two-goal comeback to save a point in San Diego after heavy rotation. Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga came in late in the match to quickly get LAFC on the scoreboard, with yet ANOTHER assist for Sonny on the year (he leads MLS with eight assists in nine games, nbd) and Hollingshead sealed the tie in stoppage time. But ALSOooo our buildup sucked, our midfield was not great, and we struggled to keep possession, which is worrisome going into the FAR more important leg 2 match vs. Toluca in the CONCACAF Champions Cup on Wednesday in mountain-high altitude. Get ready to GET ANXIOUS! 00:00 Postgame Introductions 00:42 Stealing a Draw 01:38 Goalie Injury Scare 02:23 Happy Foot Sad Foot 03:03 Rotation and Strategy 03:29 Buildup Play Concerns 05:04 Subs Spark Momentum 10:16 Looking Ahead Toluca 12:20 Super Chats and Banter 15:08 Caller Diego Joins 18:06 Pizza and More Callers 18:56 Caller Luke Recap 22:17 Amtrak and Europe Bit 23:59 Abobisse and Raposo Debate 26:02 Jeremy Name Tangent 27:32 Nicktoons Debate 28:20 Hey Arnold Deep Cuts 29:14 Soccer Pod Reminder 29:47 The Lucky Hat Ritual 31:02 Korean Merch Translation 32:46 Caller Rob Match Reactions 37:02 Vancouver Relocation Talk 40:25 Boots Streak And Tactics 42:29 Daniel Champions Cup Focus 45:46 Bouanga Suspension Update 46:53 Therapy And Community PSA 47:51 Final Whistle Wrap Up Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show. Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||