The Peter Vermes era has come to an end in the KCK. Sporting Kansas City now has to seek a new identity for the first time in 16 years. The new coach bounce was pretty big last week in San Jose, but is there a future under interim leadership? This is no longer the team led by an experienced goalkeeper between the posts.
We invited Jimmy and Daniel from the No Other Pod podcast to discuss this brave new world for SKC. Now that the old guard has left, who pilots the offense? What changes are coming with the end of the trade window? How much of the rocket fuel in last Saturday's win is still in the tank against a Cincinnati squad starting to find their footing?
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Despite the absence of Yuya Kubo and Obi Nwobodo, FC Cincinnati continue to find ways to win games. This time they did it in the Windy City on a brace by Evander in his return to the starting XI, and third from striker, Kevin Denkey. Though in the end it was only a one goal differential, the Orange and Blue showed some encouraging signs of what's to come as their attacking partnerships continue to develop.
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With Gregg Berhalter's return to the MLS ranks as head coach, the Chicago Fire have returned to the front page. However, that just means a team FC Cincinnati beat in the 2017 U.S. Open Cup is now helmed by the coach of a team FC Cincinnati beat in the 2017 U.S. Open Cup. It's an interesting bit of information.
However, Chicago has also fortified their roster with bigger offensive weapons. Could a certain midfielder from Manchester City follow soon after? Can the defense solidify and turn draws into wins? How should we analyze the clean sheet against Messi and Miami last weekend?
We ask Alex from the CHGO Fire Podcast to join us and give us pointers from his substack. (Smartly, no Malört was consumed in this episode.)
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FC Cincinnati continue to prove themselves as road warriors. This time they did in DC off the boot of Dado Valenzuela and a strong defensive performance that kept Benteke and his home side out of the net.
Join Brian, José, Nathan, and newcomer, Jacob for the game breakdown, player analysis, and a preview of what's to come later this month for the Orange and Blue. It's all happening in episode 414 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk.
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The cherry blossoms are gone at the nation's capital, but hardly forgotten. The memories of D.C. United's bad loss to San Jose also have not faded from the District. However, FC Cincinnati fans can attest to the fact that bad losses could be followed by great wins.
The two teams clash at Audi Field this weekend, so we invited José Umaña and Mario Amaya (no relation to Frankie) from The Bad Hombres FC Podcast to talk about how head coach Troy Lesesne is directing traffic. Yes, Christian Benteke is a force to be reckoned, but who else should the Orange & Blue watch for? Have the Black & Red resolved their defensive woes from last season?
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As the rain fell in Cincinnati and five of FCC's regular starters not even available for the match, there was little hope of coming away with 3 points. But thanks to a heads up play by Pavel Bucha and a sneaky run from Sergios Santos, Cincinnati found the breakthrough they needed.
In episode 413 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk, Brian, Coach, Nathan and Boston break down the win against the Revs, discuss the validity of recent transfer rumors and share their thoughts on FCC's progress so far this season.
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Both FC Cincinnati and New England Revolution rode a set piece and a late penalty kick to capture 2-1 victories last week. Both teams needed wins to flip momentum in their seasons. However, while the Orange & Blue used a scalpel to refine their roster in the offseason, the Revs opted for a machete. Head coach Caleb Porter has almost flipped the full squad, but results have been scant to start the season.
We asked Thomas from Revolution Recap about the changes in the offseason and the confidence the fans may have in Porter's system. When does the panic button come into play, especially with some key parts still missing? While we're at it, how hot in the Northeast this season in the lower leagues?
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Even with a much more dynamic offensive performance than they've shown in recent weeks, the Orange and Blue looked to be playing for a point late in this week's match against Nashville SC. But thanks to the sharp eyes of referee, Drew Fischer, FCC was awarded a penalty that put them ahead in the 92nd minute and eventually gave them all three points in the Music City.
In episode 412 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk, Jason, Coach, Justin and Brian recap the match, shout out some stand out performances, and consider what this showing could mean for some key upcoming matches.
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It should be labeled a "derby" by all definitions. The distance between the Music City and Queen City remains quite drivable. However, the average FC Cincinnati fan and average Nashville SC fan probably wouldn't admit that the other is a rival. There's still no solid point of contention between both squads.
The trend in both squads to start the season may indicate a much closer rivalry in 2025. While the Orange & Blue have started lukewarm, the "Boys in Gold" to the south are on a hot streak. Before Saturday's matchup, we talk with Tim from the Club & Country podcast to see just how well new head coach B.J. Callaghan is cooking with his retooled roster.
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With both teams missing a significant amount starters to international duty, injury or suspension, this match up looked to be less than ideal. Though the final result came in as a 2-2 draw, there were some bright spots for the Orange and Blue. Nick Hagglund made his first start since his injury. Evander got on the ball in dangerous spots and scored a brace. And Brad Smith made his debut by bringing some pace and new energy down the left flank.
In episode 411 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk, Brian, Coach, Nick, and Cliff will breakdown the match and discuss whether or not it's time to panic.
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As much as it appears the sky is falling for FC Cincinnati, that comes from intense pressure and high expectations. The Orange & Blue's next opponents, Atlanta United, are also under the microscope from a rough first month after a massive offseason. It doesn't help that both squads are depleted from injury and international duties.
We talk with Jason from Soccer Down Here and his work at 92.9 The Game to read the temperature before Saturday's match. Where do the Five Stripes stand after Miami gained an ounce of revenge last Sunday? How complete is Atlanta with so many players heading to World Cup qualifiers?
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The Orange and Blue traveled to North Carolina this past Saturday to face a very good Charlotte FC team and unfortunately, they came home empty handed. The offensive fire power has stalled. The back line looks leaky. And depth continues to be an issue with injuries, a red card, and international duty.
Fans are beginning to ask some questions. But are they justified or just a bunch of knee-jerk overreactions?
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FC Cincinnati falls to Tigres UANL 3-1 (4-2) and is eliminated from the 2025 CONCACAF Champions Cup. Is there a lesson to be learned from the match? What is an away day south of the border look like? Who is the real Queen City?
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For three years, fans of FC Cincinnati and Charlotte FC have disputed which is the true "Queen City". However, that may be where the differences end. Head-to-head results have not resolved anything—both teams have two wins over the other, and both have retooled their attacks and fortified their defenses in order to challenge the beasts of the East.
We know of the big addition of Wilfried Zaha atop the attack, but how else has head coach Dean Smith polished the Crown? Can the defense replicate their conference-best performance from 2024? What have the first three matches said about the state of CFC? We talk with Anna about the sea change in the Tar Heel State and Charlotte's progression towards the top.
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FC Cincinnati took care of business on Saturday in a 2-0 victory over Toronto FC. But there is little time to celebrate as the team now heads to Monterrey to face Tigres in the second match of the CONCACAF Champions Cup second round series.
In episode 408 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk, our hosts, Brian, Coach, Nick and Jose break down the Toronto match, look ahead to Tigres, and catch up with Nick Hagglund after his start with FCC2 on Sunday.
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FC Cincinnati was unable to get ahead in the CONCACAF Champions Cup first leg match against Tigres UANL after a 1-1 draw at home. The group will help dissect that match and what FCC will need to advance next Tuesday in Monterrey.
FCC will return to MLS regular season action as they host eastern conference foe Toronto FC. Tyler Terrens (MLS broadcaster) will join the show to discuss his upcoming broadcast of that match. Join Jason, Josh, and Justin for this midweek edition of Cincinnati Soccer Talk!
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As much as FC Cincinnati's fortunes have flipped from bad to better, the times in Toronto have become difficult. It's been over a calendar year since the Reds from Canada came to visit the Orange & Blue, and it's been over three years since Toronto FC have won over Cincinnati. Can the team from La Ville-Reine—the "Queen City" of Canada—find their footing under a new coach?
We talk with Jeffrey from the "Toronto Til I Die" podcast to get his thoughts on Toronto's chances. With a fairly unchanged roster bogged down by an expensive anchor of a contract, how does he feel Saturday's match will go? Does this hotel have a high top floor, or is down the only way on this elevator?
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This past Saturday, FC Cincinnati traveled to Subaru Park to face Eastern Conference rivals, the Philadelphia Union. Game management and paying attention to player minutes where priorities for this match knowing they would have to turn around quickly to face Tigres of LigaMX on Tuesday.
In episode 406 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk, hosts Brian, Coach, Jeremy and Jason discuss what went wrong in this 4-1 loss and how Coach Noonan is going to fix it by tomorrow.
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Though the match ended in a 1-1 draw, FC Cincinnati advanced on an aggregate score of 5-2 and will now play in the round of 16 in the CONCACAF Champions Cup.
In episode 405 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk Justin, Brian and Josh discuss the rotation in the line-up, how the new players performed and what FCC is up against when Tigres come to town.
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Since the dawn of Pat Noonan's tenure, the “Master vs. Student” showdown has fueled the matchup between Cincinnati and Philadelphia. But time marches on—Jim Curtin has left, and Noonan has finally become the teacher. What has become of the Union, now that the coaching carousel has come to town?
For this sparring session, we bring in JP Zapata, "El Parcero Philly" himself, to tap gloves between Big Brother and Little Brother. This time around, the roles may be reversed with FC Cincinnati as the prizefighter, but if Philadelphia's win over Orlando says anything, the Union still have a puncher's chance. (After all, we saw what the Birds did to Kansas City!)
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Though the match was far from flawless, Cincinnati stole their first ever home win against RBNY at TQL in their MLS home opener of 2025. Stats would show RBNY with the advantage in most categories, but stats don't always matter with a player like Kevin Denkey wreaking havoc on the RedBull back line. And in the end it was Celentano with the clean sheet and Denkey with the game winner on a header reminiscent of Djibi Fall's double doink that knocked the Crew from the Open Cup and put FCC in the national spotlight.
This is episode 404 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk and our hosts, Brian, Coach, Nick, and José, along with special guest, Alejandro Delgado from @nacionfcc9313 , are here to talk about the team we all love and their win against a team we all love to hate.
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It's our first midweek show of the season and we're excited to break down FCC's first win in competitive play in 2025 that saw goals from Denkey and Evander, assists from Engel and Powell and a brace from Bucha. In episode 403 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk hosts Brian, Coach, Nathan and Josh break down the win against FC Motagua.
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The new MLS season is upon us!
Expectations for FC Cincinnati are higher than ever before, but every journey starts with a single step. The biggest hurdle may be to bust the ghosts from the past season—the Orange & Blue lost both matchups against the eventual 2024 MLS Cup finalists, the New York Red Bulls.
Head coach Sandro Schwarz has retooled by exchanging youth for European experience with some big names incorporated into the roster over the past few years. Will that be the key to get New York their next bit of silverware? Will FCC rediscover the key to beating the Bulls? We sit down with Daniel from Area Sports Network to see if we can learn anything from the past year and if the Red Bulls' staunch defense from last season is penetrable. (Maybe even ask who the next villain could be in the rivalry?)
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Believe it or not, FC Cincinnati is about ready to celebrate their 10th season of professional football-soccer-Fußball this year! That's ten years of abject joy, regional pride, and celebration (with a few years of bottom-of-the-barrel misery in the middle).
However, there is no time to party just yet--the Orange & Blue start their packed schedule in less than one week! How quickly can FC Cincinnati transition to 90-minute fitness and take on two matches in two different countries over four days?
This week, we sit down with Tommy G to get his thoughts on what 2025 will mean to FC Cincinnati and reflect on the past decade as the voice of the Orange & Blue. (Dare we ask if that voice is insured for laryngitis?)
Note from the podcaster: This podcast was recorded before the news on Lucho Acosta's trade to FC Dallas, so some information is already past its expiration date. Please take that news with a barrel of salt.
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