This week, Mike and Jeremiah reflect on Austin FC's first round playoff series exit against LAFC - we try to find some storylines and takeaways from the matches, discuss some hypothetical Witches' Deals, reflect a bit on the 2025 season, and discuss the potential for hope in 2026.

We also mess up the intro and outro and talk about how much we miss Landon - we can't wait for him to be back in the saddle again!

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It's Halloween and the scariest thing we're facing are the Sonny fans on instagram!

Today we talk about LAFC Playoff Match

• 'fit checks
• Match Moods
• Goal Celly

and we recap the Austin FC boys & fam Halloween costumes!

Meet us in section 135 a half hour before kickoff for a Swoontower photo!

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On this week's Swoontower, we've got a doozy of an episode! Between the Bobby Jones CSF Verde Homecoming fundraiser, an incredible match at home against Seattle, the 4ATX Gala, and Brad Stuver's contract extension, we've got more than enough going on to fill your ears with a fun show.

Listen in to hear us talk about:

• Matchscots!
• Fit Checks
  • Seattle, and...
  • THE 4ATX GALA!
• Match Moods
• Goal Cellies
• Social Media Standouts

And as always, wait until the end of the episode to hear the Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week Landon and Jeremiah answer listener questions and give updates on all the players on international duty. Other topics and questions include:

- How are the boys on international duty doing?
- Did Svatok ever leave Austin?
- Austin FC Academy loses a top prospect
- Do we approve of neighbors with chickens?
- How can Wolff get Driussi going?
- Who is our ideal coaching candidate?
- Which Austin FC player would you build a team around?
- Which outfield player would you put in goal?
- Toronto FC preview (1:14:36)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week Landon and Jeremiah break down why Austin FC were so ineffective against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Other topics and questions include:

- How Vancouver's gameplan shut down Austin
- Poor planning or poor performance?
- (The answer is "yes")
- Driussi and Pereira far below their standards
- Other results hurt ATX's playoff hopes
- Lots of international callups for Austin
- Rodo's new scouting network
- Potential changes to MLS transfer window
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's 2-0 win in Nashville and preview the home game against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Other topics and questions include:

- Austin back in the playoff picture
- Brad Stuver's huge game wins MLS honors
- False 9 Driussi and the fun, weird tactics around it
- Which Stuver save was better?
- Gally continues to produce (out of spite for Landon)
- Bukari nets his first MLS goal
- Dani Pereira called up for Venezuela
- Vancouver Whitecaps Preview (55:28)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

This week, we discuss: 

• Matchscot feature? Nope.
• ‘Fit Checks? Nope.
• Match Moods? Nope.
• Celly Ratings? Nope.

There were no games! (sob emoji, y'all.) BUT, we did get a lot of...

• Social Media Stand Outs!
  • our boys' vacation trips during the Leagues Cup break
  • The boys' family connections
  • 2024's Mic'd Up
  • Seba's Image Rehab
  • Behind The Wheel Part 2
  • Brad Stuver's Athletes for Hope & upcoming Stuver social info (9/8, 3-6pm)
  • Austin FC's Photo Team participating in Austin Photo Night on 9/25

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey.

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This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by David Gass of Soccerwise to discuss all kinds of topics, including the Austin rebuild project, Austin's youth development strategy, and lots more. Other topics and questions include:

- Grading the transfer window
- Ring no longer a DP, but in the most MLS-y way
- David Gass interview (14:06)
- What's more to blame, roster or coaching?
- Should Wolff get one more year with new players?
- Austin FC II's development strategy
- "Day that will live in GAMfamy"
- Importance of independent media in MLS
- Nashville Preview (55:46)
- Listener Questions
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's tactical shift against LAFC and answer some listener questions. Other topics and questions include:

- Why change the plan for this game?
- Annoyed by the same thing for different reasons
- Is possession a meaningful stat?
- Has Manchester City-fication begun in Austin?
- Hines-Ike involved in both LAFC goals
- Will Austin sign anybody by Wednesday?
- Listener Questions (47:39)
- Who is gone at the end of the season?
- Damian Las and Alonso Ramirez's futures
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

This week, we discuss our recent Leagues Cup matches against Pumas and Monterrey, as well as our latest road match at LAFC.

• Matchscot feature: None. Leagues Cup didn't have Mascots of the Match. :(
• ‘Fit Checks
  • School Pictures
• Match Moods
• Celly Ratings
• Social Media Stand Outs
  • Julio's Smooch!
  • Brad and Ashley Stuver Foundation

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's group-topping win against Monterrey and how they did it. Other topics and questions include:

- Do we think about xG wrong? (Arman Kafai's article)
- Dani gets a goal at Q2
- How Austin topped the group
- Tactical shift at half time
- Analyzing Teen Wolff's masterful assist
- Austin to play in LA for...reasons
- LAFC Leagues Cup preview
- Trade window closing
- Who should Austin move to make room?
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's insane Leagues Cup upset against Pumas and are joined by Arch Bell to preview the Monterrey match. Other topics and questions include:

- Handball and sword technology
- Bukari's early red
- Pereira leads by example "con huevos"
- Driussi gets a much-needed win
- Tactical shift after the red card
- Where does this rank among Austin victories?
- What we learned from a player we didn't sign
- Monterrey preview w/ Arch Bell (1:04:11)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

This week, we discuss our recent home matches against Seattle and Charlotte, as well as a spicy road match at Dallas!

• Matchscot feature: Anya & Rousseau
• ‘Fit Checks
• Match Moods
• Celly Ratings
• Social Media Stand Outs

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week Landon and Mike discuss Austin FC's historic week, which included two last-minute winners. Other questions and topics include:

- Listen to Landon and Brad Stuver here
- CALVIN JAY FODREY
- Is a back 5 the way forward?
- Focus and effort on our side
- How Austin won the USOC semi
- Should we have gotten a red card?
- Disciplined defense beats Seattle
- (but also Brad Stuver)
- Uzuni and Fodrey connect again
- How much should we rotate at RSL?
- Join the Patreon
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah  discuss the debuts of the new boys and the chaos in the FC Dallas match. Other topics and questions include:

- Bukari and Desler play their first minutes
- Wild sequence of events in Frisco
- Copa Tejas is dead to me
- Alex Ring does Alex Ring stuff
- Landon's important message about Gallagher
- Is 10th place good enough for now?
- Leagues Cup boycott?
- Pumas Preview
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Mike discuss what Austin FC needs to do to stay near the playoff line. They also discuss the #WolfDut banner at the loss to Seattle, and the possibility of Gregg Berhalter taking over in Austin. Other topics and questions include:

- Could Berhalter really come to Austin?
- #WolfDut
- Alex Ring's plausibly deniable quote
- Jordan Morris the Puppetmaster
- Should Fodrey get more minutes?
- State of the Playoff Race
- FC Dallas and Charlotte previews
- How much can we expect Bukari/Desler to play?
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

This week, we discuss our win in Minnesota, our loss in SKC, and our weather-delayed win at home against NYCFC!

• Matchscot feature: Guest Correspondent Jessica Luther interviews Iris and Foxglove, plus bonus dog Colby!
• ‘Fit Checks
• Celly Ratings
• Social Media Stand Outs

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week, Landon and Mike discuss Austin FC's 2-1 home win against NYCFC, Zardes's big night, and Q2's "Sellout Streak". Other topics and questions include:

- Owen Wolff goes ALL CAPS
- When is Dani Pereira actually back?
- Austin FC look gritty again
- Zardes breaks into top 10 MLS scorers
- Why Ring is the most frustrating player
- Mikkel Desler arrives in Austin
- Q2's misleading "Sellout Streak" (inspired by WAATV)
-  Seattle Sounders preview (1:03:59)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's 2-0 loss at Sporting Kansas City, Josh Wolff's post-match comments, and Moussa Djitte's future. Other topics and questions include:

- Why was the attack so poor?
- Breaking down post-match comments
- How a goal is lucky and deserved at the same time
- Jeremiah goes ALL CAPS about Owen Wolff
- Is Austin's transfer season already over?
- Djitte's contract terminated
- New details about Bukari deal
- Svatok's Euros performance
-  NYCFC preview (56:57)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's signing of Ukrainian center back, Oleksander Svatok, the arrivel of Osman Bukari, and our mixed feelings on the team's 4-point week. Other topics and questions include:

- Kei Kamara is eternal
- Do we feel good about this week?
- What's our assessment of 2024 so far?
- LAFC and Minnesota anlysis
- Svatok profile
- Copa America update
-  Sporting Kansas City preview w/ Nate Bukaty (1:10:54)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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Steph and Mike are back!

This week, we discuss our draw against LAFC, some social media standouts, and OFFICIAL NEW BOY ALERTS!

• Matchscot feature: Edna
• ‘Fit Checks for our First and Second Teams!
• Celly Ratings
• Social Media Stand Outs

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week, Jeremiah and Mike review our 2-0 loss to Colorado, talk with Keith Costigan to preview LAFC, do their best to preview Minnesota, and review the week in Austin FC news.

Other topics and questions include:

- Coach Wolff sets the Bukari/Desler Countdown in motion
- We are who we are until then
- Andrew Wiebe's Race to 45 Spreadsheet
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Jeremiah and Mike answer listener questions, discuss their (Austin FC) hopes and dreams, and talk with Mark Rogondino to preview Denverde 2024.

Other topics and questions include:

- Listener Questions
- Matt Doyle's Midseason Grades Assessment
- International Duty Roundup
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah answer listener questions, discuss Mikkel Desler's place in the team, and (quickly) recap Austin FC's terrible week on the pitch. Other topics and questions include:

- Mikkel Desler officialy signed
- Gallagher to the bench (or off the team)?
- Goals change games against Portland
- The effect of game state on possession
- Landon attempts to reverse the curse
- Absolute beating in Salt Lake City
- A long June for Austin FC
- Listener Questions
- What is "Wolfball" exactly?
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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We're back again with another episode, reviewing our match against FCD (don't worry, it's just one word) and our OPEN CUP SEMI FINAL WIN IN MINNESOTA. 

• Away Day Experience
• Match Moods
• Goal Cellies (the highest score from Mike ever!!!)
• Social Media Standouts
• Remember to support Verde Homecoming! 

and of course, the Man of Steph's Jersey!

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In preparation for Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake, the Crugnolas sat down with podcaster Micaela Miot!

Check out the episode to hear Micaela's thoughts on:  

• RSL's current form
• Whether she feels the national discourse around the team is accurate 
• What the keys to the team's success is
• Who the most important players on the team are 
• What the local narrative is around RSL and more

Follow Micaela and her work on TikTok @10K Shakespeare and with Bowls with the Bard!

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Landon is joined in this bonus episode by Owuraku Ampofo, who is a sports journalist for TV 3 in Ghana, and is one of the leading voices in covering the Ghanaian national team (aka The Black Stars). Owuraku talks about Bukari's strengths and weaknesses as a player, his background in eastern Ghana, and how people thought he was using black magic on the pitch.

Find Owuraku online at:
IG: owuraku_ampofo
Twitter: @_owurakuampofo

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss what we learned from the Rodolfo Borrell press conference, the reported new DP winger Osman Bukari, and the luck-tinged away draw in San Jose. Other topics and questions include:

- Join the Patreon!
- What we learned at Rodo's presser
- Details of Rigoni buyout
- Thin squad draws in San Jose
- Pros and cons of defensive shapes
- Not enough right backs
- Osman Bukari profile
- When can new signings play?
-  Portland Timbers and RSL previews (58:37)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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Steph and Mike are back!

This week in the Opponent Spotlight, we're thrilled to be joined again by Ted Ramey: San Jose's official radio announcer, host of the Soccer Hour Podcast, and the biggest Swiftie in the Bay area to talk about our pick for Austin's most natural rival in MLS from the inside. 

Check out the episode to hear Ted's thoughts on:  

• The Quakes' current form 
• What the keys to a successful match against Austin are
• An update on the most important players on the team
• What the local narrative is around San Jose and more

Find and follow Ted's work on his linktree!

Then, we get into the meat of the show - with a home victory over Houston AND Sporting Kansas City in the last week to celebrate!

• Matchscot features on Mindy and Monty
• ‘Fit Checks, feat. a Taupe Parade
• Finally, So Many Celly Ratings!
• Social Media Stand Outs
• A farewell to sexy Jafar

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah break down Austin FC's six-point week that shot them into 3rd place in the West. They also cover the breaking news of Rigoni being put on waivers. Other topics and questions include:

- Join the Patreon!
- Rigoni on the way out!
- Why it's happening now and what it means
- Smart rotation and smart signings pay off
- Dani Pereira's progression
- Houston Dynamo recap
- SKC recap
- 2024 Salary Revelations
-  San Jose preview w/ Heath Pearce (1:13:36)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah analyze the disappointing (and undeserved?) loss in Dallas, and they discuss Sportico ranking Austin FC as the 21st most valuable club in the world. Other topics and questions include:

- Join the Patreon!
- Austin FC's game plan against FC Dallas
- When stats don't quite reflect the result
- Copa Tejas becomes more complicated
- The shutout streak is jinxed
- Dallas's DPs make a difference
- Some positive takeaways from a disappointing result
- Sportico ranks ATX as world's 21st most valuable club
- Why Tom Bogert got this one wrong
- Houston Dynamo and SKC previews (1:10:30)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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With a great, easy hashtag to remember, Steph and Mike are back!

This week in the Opponent Spotlight, we're thrilled to be joined by Gina Miller, a lifelong sportscaster, TV host and traveler. She is currently the Vice President of Media and Communications for FC Dallas, has hosted pre- and post-game shows for every team in the Metroplex. We're so appreciative she took the time out of her schedule to meet with us and talk Copa Tejas, the importance of rivalries from the Academy level, and we got her to shed some light on her career in sports media.

Then, we get into the meat of the show - with a home victory over LA Galaxy and an away draw against Vancouver in the past two weeks, there's a LOT of Swoon-worthy material right now!

• Matchscot Interview with Astrology Girlie
• LA ‘Fit Checks
• Match Moods / Pitch Personalities
• Celly Ratings for Jader and Diego!
• Social Media Stand Outs

and as always, stick around 'til the end to find out The Man of Steph's Jersey!

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah review the ugly but effective performance in Vancouver and look over MLS's new roster reports. Other topics and questions include:

- Join the Patreon!
- 'the heck is a sod poodle?
- Did VAR get it right?
- Austin's defensive plan and why it works
- How they can add goals to that plan
- Dani brings a souvenir back from Venezuela
- MLS Roster Profiles and what they mean for Austin
- FC Dallas Preview w/ Tony Husband (50:22)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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In preparation for Saturday's match against the Vancouver Whitecaps, the Crugnolas sat down with journalist/writer/reporter Har Johal who covers the Whitecaps, MLS, and the Canadian Women’s National Team for Daily Hive Vancouver, Equalizer Soccer, and Canadian Soccer Daily. 

Check out the episode to hear Har's thoughts on:  

• Vancouver's current form
• Whether she feels the national discourse around the team is accurate 
• What the keys to a successful season are 
• Who the most important players on the team are 
• What the local narrative is around Vancouver and more, including a bit of insight into her start covering the 'Caps.

Follow Har's work!

Also, if you want to listen to the episode of Simply Soccer that Mike and Steph were on this week reviewing the LA Galaxy match, you can do so here! Thanks again to Michelle and Christian for having us on, even though they thought it was going to be a very different conversation when they invited us on!

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This week, Landon and Mike Crugnola analyze Austin FC's decisive win over the LA Galaxy and discuss what Diego Fagundez's legacy is in the Austin FC locker room. Other topics and questions include:

- Join the Patreon and get the best socks
- What do possession numbers mean for Austin?
- Mike explains a "Diego Rubio Hat Trick"
- Fagundez's legacy in the ATX locker room
- Florentino Perez in Austin?
- Attack finally gaining chemistry?
- What the Kolmanic extension means
- Could Gallagher be the next player traded?
- Austin FC to host 2025 MLS All Star Game
- Vancouver Whitecaps Preview w/ Paul Dolan
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- MUCH more

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This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss what went wrong in Dallas and preview this week's two games. Other questions and topics include:

- Austin FC not up for Dallas game
- Subpar experience at Toyota Stadium in Frisco
- How does this affect playoff chances?
- What "prioritizing Open Cup" looks like
- What are "second balls"?
- What it means to play with focus
- Accountability from Nico and players
- USOC in Minnesota preview 
- Seattle Sounders preview
- Join the Patreon
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty

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In preparation for Saturday's match against the LA Galaxy, the Crugnolas sat down with podcaster/writer/teacher Michelle Huitink. She has her own show, Simply Soccer, as well as working with laisourhouse.com to copyedit written content as well.

Check out the episode to hear Michelle's thoughts on:  

• LA Galaxy's recent run of form
• Whether she feels the national discourse around the team is accurate 
• What the keys to a successful season are 
• Who the most important players on the team are 
• What the local narrative is around The Galaxy and more, including a brief history of the rise and fall of The Galaxy's MLS legacy

Follow Michelle's work, and of course, stay tuned for more Swoontower content, including:

• Houston Match Moods
• Emi Rigoni's game-winning goal celly
• A DEEP ANALYSIS OF THE PICTURE (this one!)
• Social Media Standouts
• The Man of Steph's Jersey

And so much more!

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah break down Rigoni's late winner in Houston, and discuss what we know and don't know about Austin FC after 9 games. Other topics and questions include:

- Join the Patreon!
- Landon and Jeremiah are #thetwofriends
- Austin's lowest possession ever
- Rigoni and Fodrey's impact on the game
- Biro's growth
- Best center back pairing?
- LA Galaxy preview
- What we know/don't know about Austin FC
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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In preparation for Saturday's match against the Houston Dynamo, the Crugnolas sat down with journalist/podcaster/writer/reporter Victor Araiza of Deportes Nation and Deportes Houston, formerly of our very favorite independent soccer news website The Striker, to talk about Austin's neighbor to the east and fellow Copa Tejas competitor. 

Check out the episode to hear Victor's thoughts on:  

• Houston's recent resurgence 
• Whether he feels the national discourse around the team is accurate 
• What the keys to a successful season are 
• Who the most important players on the team are 
• What the local narrative is around Houston and more, including a meta-discussion around media and changing the narrative to grow local support for a team in a soccer city.

Follow Victor's work, and listen closely to the end to see if you can hear #1 in our hearts, Hiro Crugnola, joining in the conversation. 

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's draw on the road in St Louis, and explore how the new MLS roster rules could speed up Austin's rebuild. Other topics and questions include:

- New rules could speed up ATX rebuild
- How ambitious will ownership be?
- 0-1 loss to St Louis City
- Good game plan, poor execution
- Lack of structure and discipline on goal
- Houston Dynamo preview w/ Glenn Davis
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

First, we sat down with Annamaria Lu from WannaBeFans podcast and the CITY SC Report to get the inside scoop on CITY from an expert!

Hear Annamaria's thoughts on:

• CITY since our first matchup of the season
• Key players and what the team needs to find success this weekend
• The state of food in the CITY stadium 

Then, we get into our regular Swoontower content!

Topics include:

• Home wins v Dallas & (finally!!) San Jose
• Matchscot Interviews with:
  • Mako
  • Speedbump!
  • Jax
• 'Fit Checks
• Celly Ratings 
  • MIKE'S FIRST 10 OUT OF 10
• Social Media Standouts
• The Man Of Steph's Jersey

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's insane victory over the San Jose Earthquakes and preview the upcoming St Louis City match with Apple TV's Bradley Wright-Phillips. Other topics and questions include:

- Live Show at Turnstile on April 10th
- Austin FC struggling to find balance
- Refereeing debate
- Landon and Jeremiah argue about Owen Wolff
- Is it a transfer rumor or a transfer report?
- St Louis City preview w/ Bradley Wright-Phillips
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- MUCH more

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In preparation for Saturday's match against San Jose Earthquakes, the Crugnolas sat down with the team's official radio announcer, host of the Soccer Hour Podcast, and the biggest Swiftie in the Bay area, Ted Ramey to talk about our pick for Austin's most natural rival in MLS from the inside. 

Check out the episode to hear Ted's thoughts on:  

• The Quakes' current form 
• Whether he feels the national discourse around the team is accurate 
• What the keys to a successful season are 
• Who the most important players on the team are 
• What the local narrative is around San Jose and more, including some crucial Swoontower vibes content!

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's first win of the season against FC Dallas and preview the upcoming San Jose Earthquakes match with Apple TV's Mark Followill. Other topics and questions include:

- Live Show at Turnstile on April 10th
- Just guys playing soccer
- Dani and Owen's roles in the victory
- Driussi/Rubio partnership taking shape
- Bobby Hill visits Q2
- Rigoni unused on the bench
- Is CJ Fodrey too good for MLSNP?
- San Jose Earthquakes preview w/ Mark Followill
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- MUCH more

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*DISCLAIMER*
If you are looking for a typical Moontower show, please go forward or back one episode! This is a mix of guest insights on tactics ahead of facing FC Dallas and the wholesome content about our good good boys that you're used to with Swoontower!
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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

First, we sat down with Steve Davis to get the inside scoop on FC Dallas from an expert. 

Hear Steve's thoughts on:

• Dallas's current form
• Whether he feels the national discourse around her team is accurate
• Key players and what the team needs to find success this season
• Where does Jesus play?
• HOW COOL IS NKOSI TAFARI? 

Then, we get into our regular Swoontower content!

Topics include:

• Home match v Philadelphia
• Matchscot Ruston Interview
• 'Fit Checks
• Social Media Standouts
• Laundry Project Supply Drive
• The Man Of Steph's Jersey

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This week, Landon and Mike Crugnola to discuss Josh Wolff's future after the Orland match and preview the FC Dallas Match with MLS 360 analyst and former Portland Timbers coach, Gio Savarese. Other topics and questions include:

- Driussi starts, but it doesn't matter
- Horseshoe of Sadness returns
- Do we finally have CB depth!?
- Stuver obstructed on second goal?
- Is Alex Ring past it?
- Young ATXII loses in Open Cup
- Gio Savarese on FC Dallas and Josh Wolff's future
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- MUCH more

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This week Landon and Jeremiah the win in Kansas City that all but punches our playoff ticket, and go through the highlights of Rodolfo Borrell's press conference. Other questions and topics include:

- Brad Stuver event on Monday 9/15
- Austin FC win away at Sporting Kansas City
- CJ Fodrey's impact as a sub
- Should it have been a penalty?
- Wolff continues to be a difference maker
- Stuver saves the day yet again
- What we learned from Rodo's press conference
- The real reason we didn't sign TAM players
- Rodo's assessment of Nico and himself
- Rodo's advice to Owen Wolff
- Why it could be different in Frisco this time
- Join the Patreon
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the away draw in Seattle and preview the St Louis game with Apple TV's Nate Bukaty. Other topics and questions include:

- Broomtower/Boomtower/Toontower
- How do we feel about "Moonies"?
- Are we satisfied with the Philly performance?
- Halftime subs change the game
- Injuries and international call-ups
- Who will play against Orlando?
- Ref sharing lockout info: Corey Rockwell
- Concessions Boycott for Ref Labor Negotiations
- Orlando preview with Nate Bukaty (56:59)
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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*DISCLAIMER*
If you are looking for a typical Moontower show, please go forward or back one episode! This is a mix of guest insights on tactics ahead of facing Philadelphia Union and the wholesome content about our good good boys that you're used to with Swoontower!
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On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys!

First, we sat down with Renee Washington to get the inside scoop on the Philadelphia Union from an expert. 

Hear Renee's thoughts on:

• The Union's current form
• Whether she feels the national discourse around her team is accurate
• Key players and what the team needs to find success this season
• Jim Curtain Out?
• Who we might see in the rotation on Saturday

Bonus! Check out her Tedx Talk Are You Buried or Planted

Then, we get into our regular Swoontower content!

Topics include:

• Home match v St Louis CITY
• Matchscot Gotti Interview
• 'Fit Checks (feat: Coats!)
• Social Media Standouts
• Laundry Project Supply Drive
• Cory Mose interview with the president of the PSRA
• The Man Of Steph's Jersey (sneak peek)

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This week, Landon and Jeremiah  are joined by Mike Crugnola (nee Ellison) to discuss the St Louis match and preview the Philadelphia Union. Other topics and questions include:

- Encounter with Stephen A. Smith at SXSW
- Whose to blame for the late goal?
- What subs would we have made?
- New set pieces show promise
- Can Driussi and Rubio play together?
- Where will Dani's minutes come from?
- Val Noel transferred to Las Vegas
- Philadelphia Union preview
- Austin FC II matches 
- Free Ticket Giveaway by Sage Wilson Realty
- more

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