The North End Podcast

It has begun! Zac and Ian discuss all the Austin FC news of the week, including the team trading Kipp Keller to FC Cincinnati and then trading up with Toronto FC in the Re-Entry Draft to add Jáder Obrian as the first acquisition of the offseason. Then they close out the pod by worrying about the Dani Pereira rumors, talking about the MLS rule changes announced on Thursday and finish their betting year on a rare high note. 0:15 - Intro3:10 - Trade window opens4:55 - Medical staff recognized8:30 - Moontease Soccer10:05 - Free agency opens11:50 - Kipp Keller traded13:45 - Re-Entry Draft trade15:10 - Jáder Obrian to ATX28:30 - TNEP Livestreams next week29:35 - Schedule desires33:55 - Crew win MLS Cup36:40 - Garber's "State of the League"39:35 - New sporting initiatives announced52:15 - Austin FC rumors55:55 - Dani on the trade block?1:08:20 - Independent Media game1:09:35 - Bets wrap-up for 2023Tune in next week for two livestreams on our YouTube and Twitter feeds!Tuesday December 19th following Austin FC's first round draft pick (~2:30 pm CT)Wednesday December 20th, 30 minutes after the MLS 2024 Schedule Release!Follow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the calm before the true offseason storm the boys discuss the first preseason games to hit the schedule, the club picking up the option on Hector Jimenez and the other Austin FC news of the week. Then they dive into the MLS College Showcase and talk about some more draft prospects they've got their eyes on before closing out the pod with a big weekend for Austin's academy teams and the final bets of 2023.0:15 - Intro3:45 - Coachella Valley Invitational9:40 - Hector's option picked up13:30 - Supplemental roster spots20:55 - Copa America in Austin23:05 - Dani called up23:55 - Offseason whirlwind ahead28:15 - MLS combine begins30:30 - More prospects to watch43:45 - Academy update46:15 - MLS Cup Final is set48:30 - Last bets of the yearFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys continue to pull every possible morsel out of the Austin FC rumor mill and talk about the potential of Hector Jimenez being kept on as a player-coach. Then they dive into a discussion about some of the potential top prospects for Austin FC at pick five in next month's MLS Superdraft. Finally they close out the episode with a check in on the academy teams and the typical nonsense.0:15 - Intro2:25 - Romaña saga continues9:55 - New away kit rumors16:05 - McKalla Station coming along17:30 - Player Professional Development Rule25:10 - Draft prospects for Austin FC's 5th pick45:25 - Academy update48:35 - MLS conference finals set54:10 - Conference finals picks1:00:55 - Spotify "Wrapped" dayFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys get together on Black Friday to discuss the confirmation of the Nick Lima trade, international break results and the continuing rumors of a 4th DP spot. Then they dive into a mock free agency segment before closing out the pod with the nonsense.0:15 - Intro3:05 - Lima trade confirmed6:40 - Alex Ring's status14:50 - International break results23:55 - 4th DP incoming?31:30 - Mock free agency52:00 - Conference semifinal betsFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian spontaneously convene on a Friday afternoon after Austin FC dropped their 2024 roster decisions. They talk through all the moves, both surprising and expected, and then take a look at the effects the moves had on Austin's salary cap. You can watch the livestream replay on YouTube by clicking here.Follow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian talk through the latest news and rumors surrounding Austin FC during the international break. Then they discuss just how many ingredients Rodo has to cook with this winter before closing it out with the nonsense.0:15 - Intro2:25 - International call ups11:15 - Rumor mill21:20 - Coachella Invitational25:40 - Salary cap refresher34:15 - How much space does Austin have?47:40 - 1st round wraps up50:55 - Goal of the Year bracket concludes54:40 - Clairvoyant LogansIf you'd like to watch the original salary cap explainer from Episode 79 in August, you can do so here.Follow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys discuss a few Austin FC news morsels and rumors. Then they touch on the ongoing MLS playoffs before closing it out with Last Business Day and the nonsense.0:15 - Intro2:30 - Dani on "Estamos Ready"11:25 - GA contract options21:05 - Lima move confirmed23:00 - Leo left off Finland's roster24:10 - Rumor season in full swing28:35 - MLS news32:40 - Game 2 recaps38:40 - Last Business Day43:00 - Academy update44:05 - Goal of the Year bracket update47:10 - Game 3 betsFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian talk through all of the latest Austin FC news and rumors of the last week. Then they take a look at how many vacant roster spots Rodo may be working with before closing it out with some MLS playoff talk and the typical nonsense.0:15 - Intro3:20 - Ethan Finlay re-signs with Austin14:30 - Nick Lima expected to be traded22:25 - Urruti & Djeffal post their farewells31:05 - Romaña's loan expiring35:00 - Pineau being called up?36:45 - Vacant first team roster spots43:45 - MLS news45:40 - First round talk49:45 - Goals bracket update53:20 - Team points draft results55:25 - Game 2 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys settle into the offseason by discussing a big ATX personnel rumor and the beginning of a lengthy MLS playoff schedule. Then they talk through the upcoming roster decisions for VerDos before closing out the podcast with a ton of nonsense in the form of casting their award ballots, unveiling the 2023 Goal of the Year bracket, tallying up the points from the preseason over/under competition and making some playoff bets.0:15 - Intro 3:00 - Dani rumors swirling 12:35 - Micah called up for U-17 World Cup13:40 - MLS playoffs begin20:55 - SuperDraft eligibility changes25:40 - Austin FC II contracts51:10 - 2023 Goal of the Year bracket54:40 - 1st round bets59:15 - Award ballots1:05:05 - Over/unders recapFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys recap the first team's decision day road draw at San Jose and usher in the official start of the offseason. Then they close out the pod discussing Austin FC II's incredible run to an MLS Next Pro championship and the Verde Best Ball League finale.0:50 - Intro4:00 - Lineup reaction6:20 - Dani on the bench15:25 - San Jose recap29:05 - Owen's equalizer36:10 - Playing for a draw?40:55 - Stuver's performance41:55 - Postgame takeaways43:35 - Last Business Day44:05 - Lineup reactions45:00 - Crew 2 recap51:40 - Soft penalties55:00 - Noel's winner56:20 - 3 in 10 minutes58:20 - FC II are champs!1:01:35 - Best Ball finaleFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys get together to celebrate the podcast's 100th episode and preview Austin FC's decision day match at San Jose0:25 - Intro1:25 - TNEP's 100th Episode12:35 - San Jose preview17:15 - Who plays for Austin?29:35 - Leo's Euro qualifier update30:30 - Academy update32:45 - MLS fall salary dump36:05 - Last Business Day44:45 - Best Ball decision day45:55 - Week 40 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian convene to talk about a few tidbits of Austin FC news over the international break. Then they dive into another playoff edition of Last Business Day to recap Austin FC II’s victory over Colorado Rapids 2 and celebrate FCito's Western Conference Championship. 0:15 - Intro2:45 – Väisänen vs Slovenia6:45 – Craig called up7:50 – Micah with the U17s8:45 – Austin FC x ACL Fest11:30 – MLS 22 Under 2221:50 – Last Business Day36:30 - Extra time required42:10 - Dominant shootout performance45:00 - Austin FC II are Western Conference ChampionsFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys meet up on a Wednesday afternoon to discuss Rodolfo Borrell's press conference and the fan reactions that followed. Then they close out the pod with another playoff edition of Last Business Day and the Week 39 picks.0:15 - Intro4:10 - Rodo presser recap11:00 - Fans know better?18:20 - Austin's timeline25:05 - Academy insights28:00 - Names that you wouldn't believe35:15 - Rodo's resume40:55 - MLS offseason dates to know50:05 - Last Business Day59:40 - Week 49 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian recap the season ending loss to LAFC and react to the big news dropped on Sunday that Rodolfo Borrell has made some significant changes to the Austin FC front office. Then they close out the pod with a Best Ball update and another playoff edition of Last Business Day. 0:15 – Intro 2:50 – Lineup reactions7:30 – LAFC recap10:20 – Backbreaking start20:40 – Bouanga on a rampage25:50 – Leo opens his ATX account29:20 – Postgame takeaways35:35 – Rodo wastes no time45:30 – Best Ball update49:35 – Last Business DayFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys get together to celebrate the end of the winless streak, recap the victory over DC United and preview the upcoming match against LAFC. Then they close out the pod with another playoff edition of Last Business Day, a Best Ball update and the Week 38 picks.0:15 - Intro2:40 - Lineup reactions12:25 - DC United recap14:45 - Bruin's redemption19:10 - Driussi returns & scores34:05 - Hedges opens his Austin account40:55 - Jhojan Valencia's continued form43:00 - Postgame takeaways51:25 - LAFC preview1:05:45 - Austin FC news1:09:45 - Last Business Day1:17:30 - Best Ball update1:20:05 - Week 38 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian recap the loss to Colorado Rapids and preview the upcoming midweek tilt against DC United. Then they close out the pod with a playoff edition of Last Business Day, a Best Ball update and the Week 37 picks.0:15 - Intro5:55 - Lineup reactions10:45 - Colorado recap25:20 - Owen at LB?27:00 - Fodrey's play31:40 - More missed chances36:30 - Postgame takeaways49:10 - DC United preview54:55 - Austin FC news57:00 - Last Business Day1:09:15 - Best Ball update1:11:30 - Week 37 picksFollow the pod on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys meet up to preview Austin FC's road trip to face the Colorado Rapids and FCito's first ever playoff match against Sporting KC II. Then they close out the podcast with the Week 36 picks.0:15 - Intro3:30 - Colorado Rapids preview11:40 - Driussi not ruled out?20:25 - Copa Tejas on the line22:45 - Austin FC news24:20 - Last Business Day36:15 - Week 36 picksFollow the pod on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As E battles an illness, the boys discuss the back breaking weather delayed draw against LA Galaxy and lament the disintegration of the team's playoff hopes. Then they close out the pod with Last Business Day, a Best Ball update and the Week 35 picks.0:15 - Intro2:40 - Lineup reactions9:50 - LA Galaxy recap18:05 - Jhojan Valencia in form26:55 - Rigoni's best game in Austin?32:40 - Driussi injured again34:55 - Austin crumbles late39:00 - Playoff chances evaporating45:45 - Last Business Day56:50 - Best Ball update59:55 - Week 35 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian discuss Austin FC's midweek draw against New York Red Bulls and preview the upcoming home match against LA Galaxy. Then they talk to Pollo FC and the Fighting Leslies Drinking Club about their upcoming beer collab, culminating in the release/watch party at Austin Beerworks on Saturday September 30th. Of course, they close out the pod with a decision day edition of Last Business Day, a Best Ball update and the Week 34 picks.0:15 - Intro2:35 - Lineup reactions12:15 - NYRB recap24:45 - Austin steals a goal36:55 - Valencia's performance45:55 - Satisfied with a draw?51:15 - Postgame takeaways54:50 - LA Galaxy preview1:04:05 - Pollo FC & FLDC in The North End!1:17:55 - Last Business Day1:21:45 - Best Ball update1:23:05 - Week 34 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTubeFollow Pollo FC on socialsTwitterInstagramFollow FLDC on socialsTwitterInstagramCheck out the Burnet Go-To on their website Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas chat about the home loss to Portland, Austin FC's body language and missed chances. Then they preview the midweek road match against New York Red Bulls before closing out the podcast with Last Business Day, a Best Ball update and the Week 33 picks.0:15 - Intro4:10 - Lineup reactions12:45 - Portland recap29:25 - Julio suspended33:15 - Austin's body language44:55 - Missed chances55:15 - NYRB preview1:02:45 - Last Business Day1:08:05 - Best Ball update1:09:30 - Week 33 picksFollow the pod on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Excited to have some cooler weather and a first team match to preview, Zac and Ian discuss the upcoming home game against Portland. Then they finish off the pod with Last Business Day and the Week 32 picks.0:15 - Intro2:10 - Portland preview14:10 - How will Austin line up?30:30 - Julio scores for Los Ticos33:35 - Last Business Day46:20 - Week 32 picksFollow the podcast on socialsTwitterInstagramYouTube Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As a quiet weekend for the first team wraps up, Zac and Ian get together to discuss the performances of Austin FC's three international call ups and how Saturday's Western Conference results impact the playoff race. Then they watch Sunday's Austin FC II match and react to the thrilling thirteen round shootout in Minnesota. 0:15 – Intro 2:20 – International Verdes9:00 – Fighting Pollo Pilz12:05 – Western Conference results19:05 – Last Business Day 20:05 - Lineup reactions22:55 - Minnesota 2 recap27:50 - EJ & AOC steal Austin a goal38:25 - 13 round shootout41:50 - Next Pro playoff pictureFollow the podcast on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys start the international break by taking a look at the playoff picture for both MLS and Next Pro. They also discuss the latest Austin FC news and close out the pod with a Best Ball update and the Week 31 picks.0:15 - Intro2:55 - Last Business Day5:55 - Next Pro playoff picture9:50 - Loons 2 Preview17:55 - Austin FC news25:05 - Western Conference playoff picture47:55 - Best Ball update51:25 - Week 31 picksFollow the podcast on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian recap the late draw against New England, discussing another new starting XI, a formation change and the importance of Alex Ring for the stretch run. Then they close out the episode with a playoff-clinching edition Last Business Day.0:15 - Intro2:45 - Lineup reactions5:25 - Formation shifts9:25 - New England recap21:30 - Score a goal, concede a goal31:10 - Potential red card?42:05 - CJ Fodrey league debut43:30 - Alex Ring at the death!46:40 - Ring's tumultuous season51:05 - Postgame takeaways1:02:45 - Presser comments1:08:20 - Last Business DayFollow the podcast on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas recap the midweek loss to Seattle and are much bigger advocates of goal line technology than they were yesterday. They also preview the upcoming match against New England before closing out the episode with Last Business day, a Best Ball update and the Week 30 picks.0:15 - Intro3:10 - Lineup reactions7:00 - Seattle recap21:40 - Julio's form24:05 - 2nd half officiating28:20 - That's a goal!42:30 - Postgame takeaways46:30 - Wolff/Stuver comments52:40 - Table check54:10 - New England preview1:08:20 - Cascante called up1:09:40 - Last Business Day1:16:00 - Best Ball update1:19:05 - Week 30 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian recap the gut wrenching loss to FC Dallas, Dani Pereira's red card and Matt Hedges putting on an opposing kit post-match. Then they close out the pod with Last Business Day and the Week 29 picks.0:15 - Intro4:45 - Lineup reactions11:30 - FC Dallas recap27:45 - Owen in the final third33:00 - Another Dani red card41:35 - Stoppage time letdown45:10 - Table check49:30 - Postgame presser52:25 - Hedges jersey swap55:00 - Seattle preview1:08:55 - Last Business Day1:15:40 - Week 29 picksFollow the podcast on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys prep for their road trip to Frisco by previewing Saturday's Copa Tejas clash against FC Dallas, chat the Open Cup semifinals, Last Business Day and make the Week 28 picks. Then Tom Bogert returns to The North End to discuss all things Austin FC and MLS.0:15 - Intro2:55 - FC Dallas preview29:55 - Austin FC Academy heads to PSV31:15 - Open Cup Semifinals33:15 - Last Business Day42:35 - Week 28 MLS picks49:50 - Tommy Scoops back in The North End50:55 - Tom's first season at The Athletic52:20 - Josh Wolff on the hot seat?54:30 - Diego Fagundez trade talk58:20 - Rodolfo Borrell expectations1:01:45 - Tom's Austin FC assessment1:04:20 - Leagues Cup reflections1:10:25 - MLS rule changes coming?1:19:00 - Does Austin FC make the playoffs?Follow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian push through reliving the 6-3 drubbing at the hands of St. Louis City, discuss the many miscues and missed chances for the Verde and talk about the postgame comments from both Coach Wolff and Will Bruin. Then they close out the pod with Last Business Day.0:15 - Intro5:25 - St. Louis City recap22:40 - Cascante's tough night37:30 - Will Bruin's effort43:00 - Stuver throws a pick six47:55 - Postgame takeaways52:40 - Wolff/Bruin comments1:04:30 - Leagues Cup concludes1:07:25 - Last Business DayFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Austin FC is back! The boys eagerly anticipate the Austin FC doubleheader on Sunday with the first team on the road against St. Louis City and FC II going north of the border to take on Whitecaps 2. Then they close out the pod discussing Leagues Cup semis and make the Week 27 MLS picks. 0:15 - Intro2:20 - TNEP 1st Anniversary3:30 - St. Louis City preview25:55 - Austin FC news28:40 - Last Business Day37:25 - Leagues Cup talk45:55 - MLS + LC picksFollow the podcast on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas gather for a (relatively) concise episode discussing the friendly against NYCFC and other Austin FC news. Then they close it out with the latest Leagues Cup results, Last Business Day and the semifinal picks.0:15 - Intro3:50 - NYCFC friendly8:45 - Austin FC news17:10 - Leagues Cup talk22:55 - Bracket Challenge update25:35 - Last Business Day43:10 - Leagues Cup semifinal picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram at @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian discuss the MLSPA releasing the upcoming free agent list and take a deep dive into the MLS "Re-Entry Process." Then they're joined by the boys from The Verdependent podcast to predict the remaining 11 games of Austin FC's regular season before closing it out with Last Business Day and the Leagues Cup quarterfinals picks.0:15 - Intro5:10 - Season tickets9:10 - MLSPA drops free agent list13:10 - MLS CBA21:55 - MLS free agency24:25 - Re-Entry Process30:50 - Free agency dreams37:10 - Leagues Cup talk42:35 - The Verdependent boys hang in The North End46:55 - TNEP & VP predict the stretch run1:06:10 - The Diego reunion1:24:30 - Last Business Day1:33:55 - Quarterfinal picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast!Follow TheVerdependent on Twitter @TheVerdependentFollow LoBar on Twitter@lobarvhlmFollow LoJo on Twitter @ThelolojonesFollow Paul on Twitter @paulandrew_fc Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian get together to discuss Rodolfo Borrell’s press conference debrief of the Diego Fagundez trade. Then they do a deep dive on the MLS salary cap and how Austin FC’s books are shaping up for the offseason. Finally the boys close out the pod with Last Business Day and the Round of 16 picks.0:15 – Intro 6:55 - Rodo's press conference36:05 - Roster rules40:15 - Salary cap43:50 - Roster designations55:50 - Allocation money1:02:50 - MLS Salary Guide1:05:10 - Austin FC's cap sheet1:12:45 - Upcoming free agents1:15:15 - Fagundez trade ramifications1:25:45 - Last Business Day1:39:30 - Round of 16 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas get together to continue the discussion surrounding the fallout from the Diego Fagundez trade on Tuesday. They compile a list of their "Top 5" Diego moments from his time in Verde, ponder the short and long term affects of the move and raise their voices about some of the fan reactions to the trade. Then they close out the pod with Last Business Day and more Leagues Cup picks.0:15 - Intro3:05 - Top 5 Diego moments19:50 - GAM clarifications29:15 - Short term outlook32:40 - Memo welcome post34:25 - Why Diego?44:05 - Fans play telephone51:05 - Rodo's role1:00:35 - Listener League update1:04:55 - Last Business Day1:13:30 - Leagues Cup Round of 32 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys go live on YouTube and Twitter immediately following the news that Austin FC has traded Diego Fagundez to the LA Galaxy.This is the audio only version of that livestream, if you want to watch the video version you can find it on our YouTube or Twitter pages @TheNorthEndPod! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian recap Austin FC's exit from the 2023 Leagues Cup, discuss a baffling combination of Verde miscues and talk about the upcoming three week hiatus. Then they close out the pod with Last Business Day and the last group stage picks.0:15 - Intro6:15 - Lineup reactions10:30 - FC Juarez recap23:00 - Finlay opens the scoring26:20 - Stuver's tough night32:25 - Defensive miscues43:25 - Postgame takeaways47:35 - Wolff presser53:50 - Last Business Day1:06:55 - Matchday 3 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys discuss some midweek personnel moves by the team and preview Austin FC's upcoming Leagues Cup match against FC Juarez before closing it out with Last Business Day and give their picks for the remaining Matchday 2 group stage games. 0:15 - Intro1:55 - Amro Tarek bought out3:20 - Matt Hedges trade announced16:55 - FC Juárez preview42:55 - Leagues Cup talk49:20 - Last Business Day54:40 - Leagues Cup picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After another rough start to a tournament for Austin FC, Zac and Ian relive the anger from Friday night’s 3-1 loss to Mazatlan FC and break down the Matt Hedges trade and what it means for the team’s future at the center back position. Then they close out the pod with a roller coaster of a Last Business Day.0:15 - Intro3:40 - Lineup reactions7:40 - Mazatlan recap38:50 - Postgame takeaways47:05 - Josh postgame comments53:35 - Matt Hedges is Verde!1:05:25 - Last Business Day1:22:15 - Amro Tarek on the way out?Follow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian dive into the Leagues Cup by previewing Austin FC's opening match against Mazatlan FC and predicting the group stage results. They introduce The North End Podcast's "bracket challenge" where you can win a "Las Voces" kit and finish off the pod with some Leagues Cup bets.0:15 - Intro8:30 - Mazatlan FC preview18:30 - Austin's Leagues Cup roster25:50 - Lineup predictions33:25 - TNEP's Bracket Challenge35:10 - Picking the group stage49:25 - Best Ball update52:10 - Leagues Cup picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Leagues Cup break is here and Austin fans are feeling good! Zac and Ian recap the 2-1 win over Sporting KC, worry about the injury bug taking on new life, praise Gyasi Zardes and Ethan Finlay's continued good form and discuss Coach Wolff's postgame comments.0:15 - Intro3:10 - Rigoni injury update3:45 - Lineup reactions6:55 - Sporting KC recap8:50 - Dani injured14:00 - Zardes still hot16:15 - Finlay too!24:10 - Seba off early33:10 - Austin's second half grit38:25 - Double striker?45:20 - Postgame takeaways53:15 - Josh talks Craig & transfer windowFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys convene on a Thursday evening to recap Austin FC's loss to Vancouver Whitecaps and preview the upcoming home match against Sporting KC. They dive into the Verde's backline woes, the Rodney Redes saga taking another unexpected turn and the in-game rotation utilized by the coaching staff on a busy week before closing it out with the Week 26 picks.0:15 - Intro3:30 - Lineup reactions5:30 - Vancouver recap13:50 - Driussi struggles28:40 - Redes saga continues33:25 - Rodney scores!35:05 - Poor officiating41:10 - Kipp under the microscope49:30 - VAR at the death53:55 - Sporting KC preview1:01:35 - Week 26 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Austin FC is climbing the standings! Zac and Ian recap the 4-1 blowout road victory over Minnesota United and preview the upcoming midweek clash against Vancouver Whitecaps. Then they dive into Last Business Day and close out the pod with a Best Ball update and the Week 25 picks.0:15 - Intro1:55 - The Rodney Redes mystery8:05 - Minnesota recap20:40 - Austin wakes up24:10 - PK drought ends26:50 - Driussi brace34:20 - Dani suspended... on purpose?37:55 - Rigoni bro!39:25 - Postgame takeaways44:10 - Vancouver preview53:55 - Austin FC news55:15 - Last Business Day1:09:15 - Best Ball update1:12:00 - Week 25 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The transfer window is open! Zac and Ian preview the upcoming Minnesota United match, talk Last Business Day and make the Week 24 picks. Then they're joined by Landon of Moontower Soccer, Hernan and Futbol Critic from We Are Austin TV as well as RB and Harry from Texas Ring of Fire for the "Summer Transfer Window" Best Ball draft. The guys make changes to their best ball rosters and discuss some Austin FC topics along the way.0:15 - Intro2:40 - Minnesota United preview14:50 - Brandan Craig loan26:30 - Last Business Day32:40 - Week 24 picks38:30 - Best Ball draft56:50 - Leagues Cup discussion1:05:40 - ATX players on the move1:19:00 - More Leagues Cup talk1:31:40 - Chaos breaks outFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPodcast and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast!Follow our friends on Twitter!We Are Austin TV - @WeAreAustinTVMoontower Soccer - @MoontowerSoccerTexas Ring of Fire - @TexasRingofFire Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Crisis averted. Zac and Ian talk through the frustration of Austin FC's road draw against Inter Miami, celebrate Nick Lima's first goal for the club and drool over Sebastian Driussi's latest rabona. Then they discuss the latest Austin FC news and hit on Last Business Day before closing it out with a Best Ball update and the Week 23 picks.0:15 - Intro4:15 - Lineup reactions5:25 - Inter Miami recap17:20 - Austin's sloppy start22:45 - Rabona szn30:20 - Conceding first36:15 - Lima scores!39:30 - Ring off early45:35 - Only one yellow?!51:40 - Kipp Keller59:10 - Postgame takeaways1:11:25 - Borrell announced1:15:25 - Stuver ESPY nom1:16:20 - Ervin Torres All-Star nod1:17:25 - Last Business Day1:22:20 - Best Ball livestream on Wednesday1:25:25 - Week 23 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What a day for Austin FC! The boys get together to talk about the new Sporting Director and what it could mean for the club. Then they preview this Saturday's match against Inter Miami, dive into comments from Wednesday's press availability and celebrate All-Star honors for Jon Gallagher and a goalie wars spot for Damian Las before closing out the pod with Last Business Day and some nonsense.0:15 - Intro3:05 - Austin FC signs a sporting director!8:20 - Rodolfo Borrell's resume11:35 - What does it mean for Austin FC?29:45 - Wednesday media availability36:25 - Inter Miami preview44:40 - Alex Ring's status54:25 - More Wolff comments1:04:25 - Jon Gallagher, MLS All-Star1:07:25 - Damian Las going to war1:09:55 - Last Business Day1:17:45 - Best Ball update1:20:45 - Week 22 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zac and Ian savor the back-to-back 3-0 wins over rivals FC Dallas and Houston Dynamo in a four day span and highlight the good runs of form for Gyasi Zardes, Julio Cascante and Ethan Finlay. Then they discuss Emiliano Rigoni's situation and talk about Josh Wolff's postgame press conference before closing out the pod with Last Business Day and a look ahead for the FC II boys.0:15 - Intro4:25 - Lineup reactions6:30 - Tifo talk7:40 - Houston recap13:20 - Finlay scores again19:40 - Zardes sun running27:45 - Driussi's form32:05 - Rado's last stand37:05 - Julio makes it three49:35 - Rigoni talk58:15 - Wolff presser1:02:05 - Eye on the table1:07:35 - Goodbye Rado1:11:05 - Austin FC news1:16:40 - Last Business Day1:18:55 - Tacoma recap1:38:30 - FC II look aheadFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The boys are joined by Adam Ribbeck of Cap City Soccer to discuss Austin FC's 3-0 thrashing of FC Dallas and rejoice over the apparent revival of Diego Fagundez. Then they preview the upcoming Saturday match against Houston Dynamo and hit on Last Business Day before closing it out with the betting picks.0:15 - Intro3:40 - Another weather delay6:15 - Lineup reactions12:05 - FC Dallas recap20:00 - Finlay opens the scoring26:50 - Radovanović discussion34:05 - Diego scores!45:00 - Quignon bailed out46:40 - Zardes continues to roll54:15 - Rigoni struggles off the bench58:30 - Postgame takeaways1:02:25 - Houston preview1:17:30 - Academy update1:18:55 - Last Business Day1:32:30 - Week 21 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast!Follow Adam on Twitter @adamribbeck and follow Cap City @CapCitySC or visit CapitalCitySoccer.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the precipice of a pivotal week for the team, the fellas preview Austin FC's upcoming midweek match against FC Dallas, recap the Austin FC 4-0 Sunday night shellacking of Timbers 2 and touch on some Austin FC news before closing it out by talking through the ongoing MLS Next playoffs and making the Week 20 picks.0:15 - Intro4:05 - FC Dallas preview23:25 - Austin FC news36:50 - Last Business Day51:10 - Academy update52:50 - MLS news58:25 - Week 20 picksFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The fellas gather for (somehow) the longest episode yet without a first team match to preview or recap. They recap Austin FC II's midweek win against St. Louis City II, discuss CJ Fodrey's recent form and preview Sunday's match against Timbers 2. Then it's time for a nonsense overload with the typical Best Ball update and MLS picks plus midseason grades for Austin FC players and All-Star ballots. For good measure, they close it out with their expectations for the upcoming transfer window and some farfetched trade proposals. 0:15 - Intro3:10 - Last Business Day5:10 - St. Louis City II recap19:10 - Fodrey leveling up?26:15 - Timbers 2 preview33:15 - Midseason grades1:17:05 - Best Ball update1:18:35 - Week 19 picks1:22:35 - All-Star ballots1:27:25 - Austin FC rumors1:31:35 - Transfer window expectations1:43:30 - Trade Machine!Follow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is this the lowest point of our Austin FC fandom? The fellas recap the 4-1 blowout loss at the hands of Sporting KC, discuss the well-done reaction video posted by Austin FC fan Lucas Stephens and talk postgame takeaways. Then the boys are provided with an update on the recent happenings with the academy teams before closing out the pod with Last Business Day.0:15 - Intro3:25 - Lineup reactions6:45 - Sporting KC recap15:45 - Which side for Gallagher?24:55 - Driussi boils over31:10 - Another point-blank miss37:50 - Reaction video from Lucas Stephens53:00 - Väisänen injury update54:00 - Wolff press conference56:15 - Radovanović rumors59:30 - Transfer window approaching1:06:25 - Gallagher addresses #WolffOut1:10:40 - Academy updates1:13:00 - Last Business Day1:27:15 - CJ Fodrey opens his account1:31:15 - St. Louis City II previewFollow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the first time in a month there's no midweek game to recap so nothing to really talk about... oh wait, LEO MESSI IS COMING TO MLS!The boys are joined by everyone's favorite MLS content creator Kevin Lopez (@Kevincho_TV) to talk about what this means for both him and the league as a whole, recap the first every TST this past weekend and of course preview the upcoming Austin FC match against Sporting KC. Then they close it out with Last Business Day and the typical midweek nonsense.0:15 - Intro4:20 - Lineup talk16:50 - Gyasi's better half17:40 - Keviñcho joins the pod20:30 - Messi to Miami27:45 - How does MLS capitalize?35:05 - Kevin's TST experience43:25 - Sporting KC preview57:30 - Last Business Day1:07:35 - RSL making moves1:09:55 - Best Ball update1:12:45 - Week 18 picks1:21:10 - Messi in ATX this season?Follow the pod on YouTube and Twitter @TheNorthEndPod and now on Instagram @TheNorthEndPodcastFollow Kevin on his socialsTwitter - @Kevincho_TVYouTube Channels - @Kevincho_TV/@4BTVKevincho/@thebombazoshowTikTok - @Kevincho_reacts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.