The Official SDFC Podcast

San Diego FC Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg provides an update through the first 5 matches of the MLS regular season and joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to break down this weekend's matchup at San Jose. Also, hear from Mikey Varas and Lewis Morgan as they speak to the media ahead of the matchup in San Jose.

Forward Marcus Ingvartsen watches the UEFA World Cup Qualifiers with Marvell, Sal, and Kaila while chatting about returning from injury, the on-field connection with Anders Dreyer, and the team's ping pong hierarchy.

San Diego FC Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Marvell, Kaila, and Sal to break down SDFC's results through the first international break of the season.

San Diego FC midfielder Pedro Soma shares how his journey to the MLS started at just 19 months old, what it's like to be a part of the young core at San Diego FC as well as how he is continuing his academic studies off the pitch.

Marvell, Sal, and Kaila catch up on recent results across MLS and CONCACAF Champions Cup and preview upcoming matches against Toluca at Estadio Nemesio Diez and Kids Night vs Real Salt Lake. Jeff Cook, the EVP and Head of Academy for Right to Dream San Diego, joins Sal and Kaila for our first Academy Update edition of the Official SDFC Podcast to share his soccer journey, provide an overview on the academy, and to share the growth plans for future classes.

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal after another home victory to preview San Diego FC’s first MLS away match against Sporting Kansas City. Plus, hear prematch media availability from Mikey Varas, Marcus Ingvartsen, and Chris McVey.

Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story behind his full-circle moment in CONCACAF Champions Cup, the impact his Olympic parents had on his career, and what it means to him to receive a contract extension with San Diego FC.

San Diego natives and Super Bowl LX Champions from the Seattle Seahawks, Jason Myers and Rashid Shaheed, join Kaila and Marvell in front of a live audience at fan fest. Myers is a Super Bowl record-holding kicker and state champion soccer player from Mater Dei Catholic High School, while Shaheed is a two-time NFL Pro Bowler and two-time Track & Field section champion from Mt. Carmel High School. The teammates returned home to San Diego for SDFC's San Diego Sports Night to be the Honorary Keepers of the Flow.

Marvell and Kaila host the first live audience edition of the podcast at fan fest ahead of SDFC's match vs St. Louis City SC with special guest, Joe Corona. The San Diego native recaps what he's taken away from his 16-year professional career with stops at Club Tijuana, the MLS, San Diego Loyal and more. Corona is a two-time CONCACAF Gold Cup Champion and has recorded 23 caps for the U.S. Men's National Team.

Assistant coach Kelvin Jones joins Kaila, Marvell and Sal to break down San Diego FC's 5-0 win in the home opener vs CF Montréal and to preview this Sunday's match vs St. Louis City SC. Head Coach Mikey Varas, midfielder Onni Valakari, and goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega speak to the media on matchday minus 2.

San Diego FC's first-ever signing Duran Ferree speaks on his shutout performance in his first MLS start, growing up playing in San Diego, and what it means to him to play for his hometown Club. Sal, Marvell, and Kaila react to the 5-0 win over CF Montréal in SDFC's MLS opener at Snapdragon Stadium.

Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to chat recent CONCACAF Champions Cup results and to preview San Diego FC's first MLS match of the Club's second season. Additionally, hear matchday minus 2 media sound from Jeppe Tverskov, Anders Dreyer, Aníbal Godoy, and Mikey Varas as SDFC prepares to take on CF Montréal.

Winger Anders Dreyer returns to the Official SDFC Podcast to launch season 2 ahead of San Diego FC's MLS Home Opener. Dreyer joins Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to relive milestones from his MLS Newcomer of the Year season, share his goals for year 2, and answer questions submitted by the fans.

Sal and Kaila kick off Season 2 of the SDFC Podcast with everything you need to know about the CONCACAF Champions Cup. Assistant Coaches Frank Hjortebjerg and Kelvin Jones join the show together for the first time to provide updates from San Diego FC's second-ever preseason and to preview SDFC's matchup vs Pumas on February 3rd at Snapdragon Stadium.

In the final episode of the 2025 season, Head Coach Mikey Varas and Sporting Director Tyler Heaps join Kaila, Marvell, and Sal to reflect on SDFC's inaugural season. They share heartfelt anecdotes, statistics, record-breaking performances, and future plans for the upcoming seasons.

Former MLS midfielder and current MLS analyst for Apple TV Dax McCarty joins his former teammates to share his thoughts on San Diego FC's inaugural season and provides his playoff predictions with Sal, Marvell, and Kaila. Sporting Director Tyler Heaps reflects on the Club's journey to the number one seed in the Western Conference while diving into the strategy and data behind SDFC's record-breaking season.

Head coach Mikey Varas joins Marvell, Sal, and Kaila ahead of Decision Day to share insight into his coaching philosophy and what being a part of San Diego FC's inaugural season has meant to him. Founding Partner and Padres All-Star third baseman Manny Machado tells behind-the-scenes stories about being a part of the launch of SDFC.

DJ Dynamiq, San Diego FC's official in-match DJ, talks about opening for Bad Bunny and what it means to be a part of building the matchday experience in SDFC's inaugural season. Marvell, Sal, and Kaila recap the club's historic 4-2 win over the Houston Dynamo and provide an update to the playoff picture and the importance of Decision Day.

Goalkeeper Pablo Sisniega shares the story of how he first became a goalkeeper and why this is the most fun he's had playing the position. Assistant coach Jason Grubb discusses the unique role goalkeeping has in the Right to Dream style of play and shares his insight on how the position will continue to evolve. Marvell, Kaila and Sal break down potential seeding and first round matchups for the Audi 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs.

Midfielder Alejandro Alvarado Jr. shares an update on his recovery journey and how making his MLS debut in San Diego FC's first-ever match was a full circle moment for him. Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to preview San Jose and recap recent results vs Minnesota, Atlanta and Xolos in the Inaugural Baja Cup.

CBS Sports Golazo host and reporter Claudia Pagán joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to provide her view of San Diego FC's inaugural season. Hirving Lozano joins Claudia to share memories of growing up with C.F. Pachuca and what it means to him to be a part of San Diego FC. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones recaps the 2-1 victory over LAFC and previews this Saturday's Hispanic Heritage Night matchup vs Minnesota United.

Defender Ian Pilcher shares his journey of getting drafted by San Diego FC, growing up in a family of athletes, and he reveals the team's best table tennis player. Assistant coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to recap Portland and preview LAFC.

Marcus Ingvartsen details his recovery and electric return to the pitch in a 2-1 win over San Jose. He also shares his journey from FC Nordsjælland to San Diego and his current business ventures. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell, and Kaila to preview Portland and recap San Diego FC's sixth-straight road victory, extending its own MLS expansion franchise record.

Alex Mighten talks fashion, compares the MLS to the EPL, and answers some fan (and teammate-submitted) questions. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell, and Kaila to preview San Jose and recap resent results versus Nashville, Leagues Cup, and Sporting Kansas City.

Manu Duah and Willy join the pod together to talk about debuts, Right to Dream, and crashing press conferences. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Sal and Kaila to recap Chicago, Toronto, and Vancouver, and to look ahead to Nashville and Leagues Cup.

San Diego FC's Head of Human Performance, Luke Jenkinson, joins the podcast to share stories of planning the first preseason for an expansion franchise and building the support staff for the first team and the Right To Dream Academy. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal and Kaila to recap Houston and preview Chicago.

Midfielder Onni Valakari reflects on his childhood memories of the MLS, scoring the first home goal for San Diego FC, and his favorite Finnish foods. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg joins Kaila, Sal, and Marvell to recap the recent matches vs Vancouver and Dallas and preview Houston.

Marvell Wynne and Sal Zizzo recap the match vs Minnesota United as well as the first half of the MLS season for San Diego FC. They also share their own pathway to the pros and stories from the pitch.

Forward Tomás Ángel reflects on the impact his father’s international playing days had on his career, the advice he received from Thierry Henry, and what went into his world-class goal vs Club América. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila to recap SDFC’s 3-0 friendly win over Club América and to preview the Minnesota United match.

San Diego FC Forward Milan Iloski, an Escondido native, speaks on playing for his hometown club and shares how playing with his brothers -- and teammate Marcus Ingvartsen helped shape his career. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg recaps the last three matches of May with Sal, Marvell, and Kaila and previews SDFC's friendly match vs Club América.

Defender Luca Bombino speaks on his transition to San Diego FC from LA, making his MLS debut, and what it means to him to play for San Diego. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones recaps the last three matches with Marvell and Kaila and previews the rematch vs LA Galaxy.

CJ Dos Santos shares the story of how he first became a goalkeeper and gives the inspiration behind his matchday outfits . Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg recaps the 5-0 win over FC Dallas and joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila for our Match Preview, presented by Alaska Airlines.

Midfielder Luca de la Torre reflects on the time he had the most fun playing football and the time he ate a full octopus. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones provides his insight on recent results and joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila for our Match Preview, presented by Alaska Airlines. San Diego FC’s Military Community Outreach Consultant Russ Thompson joins the show ahead of San Diego FC’s Military Appreciation Match Presented by DIRECTV.

Ema Boateng discusses his journey from the Right to Dream Academy in Ghana to the MLS. He shares how those early experiences — from learning English with a host family in Santa Barbara to trying s’mores and salsa for the first time — eventually led him to San Diego and a chance to give back to the next generation. Marvell, Sal, and Kaila recap the match vs Charlotte and look ahead to the next match vs Real Salt Lake.

The MLS’ youngest Sporting Director, Tyler Heaps, discusses how his background in analytics and with Right to Dream has helped in building San Diego FC from the ground up. Marvell, Sal, and Kaila recap the match vs Colorado and look ahead to the next match at Charlotte.

YouTuber and San Diego native, FaZe Rug recaps the day he spent training with San Diego FC staff and players at the Sharp Healthcare Performance Center with the ultimate goal to play in the next Sidemen charity match.

Captain Jeppe Tverskov reflects on his first goal for San Diego FC and his role in building team culture. Assistant Coach Frank Hjortebjerg recaps a 3-0 win over Seattle and joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila for our Match Preview, presented by Alaska Airlines.

Defender Chris McVey on the club's historic, first ever home victory at Snapdragon Stadium. Assistant Coach Kelvin Jones joins Sal, Marvell and Kaila for our Match Preview, presented by Alaska Airlines.

Welcome to The Official SDFC Podcast! Kaila, Marvell, and Sal recap the season so far and look ahead to the weekend test with LAFC. Assistant coach, Frank Hjortebjerg takes a deep dive into our style of play and Anders Dreyer joins the pod to talk about what it's like being San Diego's #10 and his Counterstrike rank.

San Diego FC’s official Club podcast brings inside access and analysis from players, coaches, and front office staff from MLS' newest club. Former MLS pros Sal Zizzo and Marvell Wynne join Kaila Burns-Heffner and weekly guests to keep you up-to-date on all things San Diego FC every Wednesday.