It has come down to game three in Orlando. A win sets up Charlotte FC with a matchup vs. Inter Miami or Atlanta United. How will Dean Smith get the job done? John Hayes and Danny Brams are live!

John and Danny discuss Friday night's must-win match at The Fortress. Plus, reaction to Sunday's loss in Orlando.

Danny Brams is back from The ATX to share some Away Day storytelling with John Hayes, surrounding the Crown's 2-2 draw vs the Verdes. From the pregame parties to the friendly Austin fans to spreading the gospel of Bronico, it's all here!

We'll also talk some Leagues Cup significance and address recent transfer rumors about a new U-22 Initiative signing reportedly heading to Charlotte...It's for the Crown, Baby!

John Hayes and Danny Brams recap Wednesday's match vs. Philly! Hayes talks about his time at Subaru Park and then the guys preview Saturday's match vs. Columbus. It's for The Crown Baby.

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss Saturday night's win vs. LA Galaxy and preview the midweek match vs. Philly. Plus, it's been a year on the job for Christian Lattanzio after MAR was fired at this time last season. Recent results have proved he's up for the job.

John and Danny are back at Elizabeth Parlor room ahead of a massive travel week for Charlotte FC. The Cup dream is alive in Birmingham, LA Galaxy is the next away opponent and then Philadelphia Union round out the trip. Can the roster stay fit during this difficult stretch?Shoutout to the supporters who were in rare form Saturday night at The Fortress vs. Nashville. It was a tough loss and a bad result but the beat goes on.

With J-Hayes still out of the country, Danny Brams once again dons the hosting hat and welcomes a few guests to the show to keep the banter flowing. First up it's Ashley Mahoney from Axios, a reporter with nearly 10 years experience covering Soccer, Business, and Soccer Business in the QC. She offers some insightful thoughts on covering the team and hoping for great stories while remaining neutral about the squad's actual results. She covered Bronibro when he was in college, people!After Ashley, stick around for some hot takes from Matt Geslin, the "sort of" CLT fan who likes to view things from 30,000 feet...sometimes that gives him a perspective that us superfans can miss...other times he'll just make you mad. But that's why we love him, and that's why we're going rapid-fire to have him answer #TFOS Questions.Charlotte FC has never been hotter and the stakes have rarely been higher for a Rivalry Week Match vs Atlanta United, so strap in for a super-sized episode that will inform, entertain, and maybe even infuriate you just a tad.It's for the Crown, Baby!

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at Community Matters Cafe for a coffee cast! The guys address the Andre Shinyashiki story and answer TFOS questions.

John Hayes and Daniel Brackett recap Charlotte FC's performance on the road vs. Cincy, Columbus and Austin. Earning five points out of nine is a massive success. Karol Swiderski marked his return with a PK goal. The 2024 Leagues Cup kicks off Saturday at Philly. It's For The Crown, baby!

John Hayes and Danny Brams react live on YouTube to Charlotte FC's 1-0 win vs. Columbus Crew.

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John Hayes and Danny Brams catch up with Independence captain Clay Dimick. The Independence are top of the league and Dimick is 'one of our own'. He talks about what it means to captain the squad, scoring goals from the fullback position and how he and Charlotte FC midfielder Brandt Bronico hit it off as best friends. Plus, a full preview of Charlotte FC's Saturday matchday in Queen City. Can The Crown get a result vs. a dangerous Crew team? It's a Saturday of soccer in this soccer city! Follow @ForTheCrownBaby Follow @JohnHayesOnAirFollow @DannyBrams

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss Charlotte FC's 2-2 draw vs. Colorado. The guys tell the story of the day and put into perspective what it means to give up a late equalizer. From a supporters perspective the matchday went perfectly until the final few minutes. Did Christian Lattanzio get it right? George Marks' later howler puts everything into question.

John Hayes and Danny Brams recap Saturday night's loss vs. Real Salt Lake. Does Christian Lattanzio need to change tactics? Why was Enzo Copetti nowhere to be found? Karol Swiderski is back on the scoresheet with a left-footed 19 yard strike. Plus, live comments!

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John Hayes and Danny Brams are at OMB for a stein-cast! Matt Geslin joins the crew.

What happens to a rivalry deferred? That's the question we're left asking in this Soccer City after Charlotte FC and the Charlotte Independence were not drawn against each other in the US Open Cup. We would've loved to see it happen but we can still meet in the 4th round if we both advance, so the dream lives on.

Saturday night's match vs. RSL is a a chance for points on the road, Will Christian Lattanzio start the same XI or make changes? RSL has lost 4 matches in a row and given up 8 goals in their last two, so they are prime for the picking.

What's the best XI for Charlotte to play in order to get the three points? Hayes and Brams break it down on the patio of Olde Mecklenburg Brewery, slamming steins of Munzlers and enjoying the transition into a beautiful Southern Spring.

Through it all we let the #TFOS Questions be our guide, and the queries are as strong as ever. It's another classic episode to get you in the perfect frame of mind for this weekend, so strap in and enjoy the listen and get ready to climb the table cuz it's always For the Crown, Baby!

King Karol is back in the QC. John and Danny discuss how it happened and react to the news. It's COPA semi-final matchday, and HopFly Brewing Company's vibe is immaculate. Two special guests join the show to talk about the transfer window and more. Plus, a preview of Saturday night's match at Cincinnati.

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss Saturday night's Charlotte FC draw vs. New York Red Bulls. TOPICS: Match reaction Enzo’s antics Vinny Mello’s debut Tactical breakdown Plus, live listener comments!Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmmH1_iYdxo

It's been a slow start for Charlotte's MLS side but hope still springs eternal in this Soccer City, especially with our USL1 Charlotte Independence about to kick off their season.We've got a special episode ahead of Saturday's Season Opener at Memorial, as we welcome the gaffer Mike Jeffries to the show, as well as Goalkeeper Austin Pack. Both have deep Carolina roots and strong history with the Independence, and the chance to sit down and talk about the Jacks' past, present, and future was a true delight. Getting to know these guys is something any soccer fan can enjoy even if you aren't super familiar with what the Independence are doing. By the time you've heard what they have to say, you'll be wondering where to buy tickets for Saturday.Of course Charlotte FC is ready to rock as well, looking for a result on the road and desperate to kickstart the campaign. Could a formation switch and a "back-to-basics" approach yield fruit? We'll break down why Latty's mid-week presser may give us reason to doubt. There's a lot of soccer left and it gets going in full force this weekend as we set out in search of a #SixPointSaturday.

As Charlotte FC limped along in the 2nd Half of an eventual 3-0 loss to Atlanta United at The Fortress, the video board at BOA went on the fritz, showing static instead of the game, and a fan standing next to Danny Brams in Section 120 morosely proclaimed "We're broken."

It was arguably the poorest performance Charlotte FC had ever put in front of their home fans, and it's got everyone looking for answers. Hayes & Brams dig into Christian Lattanzio using some strong language postgame to call out new DP Enzo Copetti, then get into the battle of "who looks worse on the pitch, Andre or Kamil?" There's not much to say about the Bronico Left Back experiment other than the fact it needs to end, and is it true that we actually heard boos coming from the Mint Street End late in the match??

We wrap things up with some thoughts on how hard it can be to create traditions as the movement to turn 'Volare' into a post-match sing along for the fans runs into some resistance. Despite a nightmare start to the season and the feeling that we're a club in crisis, there's still so much joy to be found in supporting this club, so enjoy the listen and remember it's always For the Crown, Baby!

Winless in two games this season and with an early morning Derby match on the docket, things have certainly been better for Charlotte FC. Questions are swirling in #TFOS land and Hayes & Brams are here with some answers...and quite possibly a few good ideas for digging ourselves out of this hole. We spotlight which players haven't carried their own weight so far this season, and who's been trying to do too much. How can this club unlock the power of our OG DP? And is BroniBro playing Left Back an "experiment" or the best way to get our most talented XI on the pitch together.? It's a dive into all of those issues, plus the debut a new moniker for the CLT-ATL Derby as well as a new segment pitting the best and brightest listener-projected lineups vs the slightly off-kilter mind of the man known as Danny Brams. Most importantly of all, this episode celebrates why being a CLT FC Supporter is such a beautiful thing regardless of results, a phenomenon that we hope never changes as we all watch this Club grow up before our very eyes. Charlotte Soccer Show...it's For the Crown, Baby! Enjoy the listen.

30 minutes of pleasure followed by 60 minutes of excruciating pain. Things didn't go as scripted for Charlotte FC in their visit to MLS new boys St Louis CSC.

Hayes & Brams try to extract a few "things to grow on" after the loss of composure sent the club to an 0-2 mark, while spinning it forward to look at what comes next with Atlanta rolling up 85 for a showdown at the Fortress. There's a lot of soccer left and things aren't slowing down, we'll share a clear vision on what should be the focus in training this week.

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Charlotte is a soccer city! John Hayes and Danny Brams preview and predict Saturday night's clash with expansion side St. Louis. How many changes will Christian Lattanzio make in the starting XI?

Plus, Mike Umberger joins the show for a Charlotte Independence season preview.

It's For the Crown (and Jacks), baby!

Charlotte FC falls 1-0 for the second straight home opener in front of 65k+ fans. Did Christian Lattanzio get it wrong? Should Kamil Jozwiak switch positions? John Hayes and Danny Brams breakdown the highly anticipated match that ultimately ended in disappointment. Plus, TFOS takes & questions. It's For the Crown, baby.

It's finally here. John Hayes and Danny Brams preview Charlotte FC's home opener vs. New England. The guys give their keys to the match, scouting report and answer TFOS questions. Plus, where will The Crown finish on the table at the end of the season?

And now for something a little different...

To preview the midweek match against Messi-less Miami, Danny Brams joined Daniel & Kris from the Battered Herons Inter Miami Podcast for some banter, some good drinks, and some breakdowns on everything from the matchup to boy bands to shopping cart techniques.

This one gets a little crazy y'all and it was so much fun we had to share it with the TFOS...these Miami boys were none to happy with some of the smoke that Danny was bringing, enjoy!

Two new signings, another open door friendly on Saturday and a beautiful new song that will become fabric of the club. John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss everything Charlotte FC. Plus, a big announcement and a trivia question. Cheers! It's For The Crown, baby,

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss the club's friendly match vs. Charleston Battery at The Keep.

Elizabeth Parlor Room is the new home of Charlotte Soccer Show. John Hayes and Danny Brams make a big announcement and preview Saturday's match vs. Charleston at The Keep. Plus, the new community kit has been leaked and @ForTheCrownBaby was an accomplice. We're going to get to see the club on the pitch for the first time this season. What do you want to see? Thanks for your questions!

It's a People's Market podcast with John Hayes and Danny Brams talking Charlotte FC, MLS & answering TFOS questions. The Apple+ MLS Season pass is officially here and Karol Swiderski gives an honest interview. How many players on this squad would you be comfortable putting into the starting XI?

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at Triple C celebrating Charlotte FC's official signing of Argentinian striker Enzo Copetti. It's a night of new beers, many cheers and tactical talk about a squad that is getting noticed not just here in Charlotte but nationally as well.

John Hayes and Danny Brams are back for their first show of 2023. The new year is here and with it comes goals and resolutions. Charlotte FC is close to signing two impact players (Enzo Copetti, Ashley Westwood) but need to get both deals over the line. Can the club win a trophy in 2023? New community kits were leaked and the reaction was mixed. TFOS questions + more. It's For the Crown, baby!

The 2023 schedule is finally here! Danny Brams and John Hayes discuss the who when and where of Charlotte FC's 2nd year campaign. What should the expectations be heading into the new year? Will the club break the MLS attendance record again vs. NE to start the season? Is St. Louis a real rivalry? Get ready for Charlotte FC Saturday nights at The Keep!

John Hayes and Danny Bramlette are at the People's Market talking everything Charlotte FC.

We had so much fun with this episode of World Cup Banter on out YouTube channel that we're cross-posting it over to the main podcast feed as well. Hayes, Brams, & Geslin were blown away by Kylian Mbappe's blistering brace vs Poland, but now with a showdown against England looming, one of our hosts thinks Les Bleus could be in trouble. It only gets wilder from there, though...eventually the possibility of a Korean upset over Brazil gets credulously discussed! A great chat for a great tourney so far, enjoy the listen and remember, It's For the Cup, Baby!

It's a World Cup Banter edition of the show! Geslin's in the mix with Hayes and Brams as we welcome a very special guest- WFNZ's Jessica Charman, AKA @JessTalksFootie. She's one of the fresh young voices in the game and she loves being part of the Charlotte FC scene. She's also a huge fan of the Three Lions in this upcoming World Cup and she's got some concerns for England's back line when the tournament starts. It's a great conversation that will get you ready for the biggest tournament on the globe while scratching your Charlotte FC itch, so enjoy the listen!

Charlotte FC Captain Ashley Westwood joins the show! John Hayes, Danny Brams, Daniel Brackett & Matt Geslin are at HopFly Brewing for "The Captain" release party. We talk about the 2-0 win vs. Philly, what it means to wear the armband and what the future holds for The Crown.

Danny Brams and John Hayes discuss this week's MLS expansion draft and whether new franchise St. Louis City SC will select a player from The Crown's roster. The official USMNT World Cup roster will be released Wednesday night in Brooklyn NY. What are realistic expectation for the Stars & Stripes in a group with Wales, England and Iran? Plus, LAFC wins MLS Cup & it's a cup week

Hayes & Brams have finally made their way to Devil's Logic Brewing in Elizabeth, a spot that's been on the list for awhile. We're celebrating the retirement of Christian Lattanzio's "interim" tag as he signs on to be full time manager and lead the Charlotte FC project into the future. Could that future include a new MLS playoff format? Some details released this week have created controversy, but are there really any downsides? Plus one of our co-hosts finally sealed the deal on season ticket renewal, and as usual, there's a story to go along with it. For the Crown, Baby!

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss recent roster moves by Charlotte FC. Could Fuchs join Christian Lattanzio's coaching staff after the club decided not to pick up his player option? McKenzie Gaines will be back in the squad next season. Is the 24 year old speedster a budding MLS superstar? Plus, mailbag questions and a MLS Cup Playoffs update.