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NYCFC and Torrent Are Running Out Of Time and Excuses / Ep 197 / Blue City Radio

Episode 197:

NYCFC have been less than stellar on the road this season.  A departure from their form in previous seasons.  Head Coach Dome Torrent has struggled with the team’s inconsistency on the road and seems lost for solutions.

Mike, J.R. and Mike Allen take a look out the lackluster performance from NYCFC.  An uncharacteristic performance where the team lacked shape and positional discipline, NYCFC fell 2-1 conceding two goals in a matter of three minutes.

At the end of the show, Mike shares the conversation that he and Christian Araos had with defender Maxime Chanot from training last week.

Are You Not Entertained? / Ep 196 / Blue City Radio

Episode 196:

It my feel longer, but it’s only a week since the Battle in the Bronx as NYCFC hosted Red Bull for the final regular season game of the Hudson River Derby.  In an intense 90 minutes, NYCFC showed grit and determination against the odds and left the regular season series even with both teams capturing home victories and then sharing points in the final game.

J.R. Dibart takes the reigns this week as he, Jon and Mike Coniaris, BlueMeanieMike on Twitter, break down the key plays.  Mike also does an excellent job of describing the sensation of being in the stadium for this game that fans will never forget.

The Captain’s Plea As Road Woes Continue for NYCFC / Ep 195 / Blue City Radio

Episode 195:

In front of 521 Traveling Supporters NYCFC came out and crumbled in the second half of their match versus Philadelphia losing 2-0 in a heated physical battle.  Defender Ronald Matarrita would allow emotions to overflow with a foolish tackle to close out the game adding insult to injury.

Now the suspended player will join the injured Alex Callens and Jesus Medina on the sidelines leaving NYCFC with just 17 field players available for selection for Wednesday’s match versus Red Bull.

Mike and J.R. welcome Trey Fillmore from Blue Balls Podcast to discuss the game.

The Coach’s Ways, Introducing Danny Bedoya, and Andrea Canales Knows Soccer / Ep 194 / Blue City Radio

Episode 194:

Every day is another opportunity to learn something new.  Yesterday we learned a little more about Dome Torrent’s style of coaching, delegation.  He said his primary focus is on his team and not preparing for the next opponent.

In this week’s preview episode you will hear Torrent address the media.  We also have an interview with NYCFC’s newest signing Daniel Bedoya.  Lastly, Mike sits down with Andrea Canales to discuss her path of covering soccer in the United States.

Stealing 3 Pts From TFC, Getting to Know LI Rough Rider’s Stephen Roche / Ep 193 / Blue City Radio

Episode 193:

NYCFC didn’t play their best game this past Sunday.  In previous seaons, it used to take a team’s best to beat Toronto at home in BMO Field.  Luckily for NYCFC, this is 2018 and even a lackluster performance and flashes of brilliance can be enough.

Mike, Jon and J.R. sit down to discuss the biggest moments from Sunday’s match.  They also crown a Bronx Bomber and a Bronx Cheer recipient for the game.

In the second segment, Dave Harris and Long Island Rough Riders Head Coach, Stephen Roche join the show to talk to us about USL/PDL and NYCFC newcomer, Danny Bedoya.

Lastly, Mike and J.R. wrap up with your comments.

As the Team Strengthens, the Performance Weakens / Ep 192 / Blue City Radio

Episode 192:

NYCFC hosted a depleted Vancouver Whitecaps and could not capitalize on the opportunity to take the three points and move into sole possession of first place in the east.  Instead they would settle for a draw and ultimately on the weekend, fall a spot to third in the conference.

Mike, Jon and J.R. look at the key plays from Saturday’s game.  We share the post game audio from Brad Stuver and Jo Inge Berget and we hear a little of Dome’s chat with the media from the midweek.

Dome’s Frustration With MLS Continues / Ep 191 / Blue City Radio

Episode 191:

This is our preview episode for the upcoming match, NYCFC hosting the Vancouver Whitecaps.  Mark Dailey from From the Back Line Podcast joins us to give his insight on Alphonso Davies.  We also head to training and talk with Ismael Tajouri-Shradi and Dome Torrent.

Coast To Coast / Ep 190 / Blue City Radio

Episode 190:

Domenec Torrent had a successful start in MLS winning four of his first five games.  He also had his first run in with the absurdity that is MLS scheduling, a system that will humble even the best coaches in the business.

Torrent and NYCFC went down to Orlando and won an ugly game on Thursday, but then the team had to fly across the country to the Pacific Northwest for their next fixture in Seattle.  Despite a strong start, NYCFC would begin to wilt in the Seattle sun and lose 3-1 on an uncharacteristically hot Sunday afternoon.

Mike, Jon and J.R. break down the weeks games and discuss the news of the week.

The 12 Days of Off-ness / Ep 189 / Blue City Radio

Episode 189:

After pushing through a tough stretch with three games in eight days, NYCFC found themselves with twelve days off.  Luckily, Claudio and Dome kept the team active with a scrimmage versus USL/PDL affiliate the Long Island Rough Riders and hosted CFG brethren Manchester City Football Club at the training facility in Orangeburg.

So even though there was no game this week for the club we have a lot to share with you.  Mike, Mike Allen and J.R. discuss the week’s news.  We have audio from Tommy McNamara, David Villa and two scrums with Domenec Torrent.  Mike also spoke with Adrian Conoboy from We Can Kick It, a local community organization that uses soccer to help kids cope with cancer issues.  Lastly, Jordan Griffith from the NYC Football Podcast joined Mike following the Rough Rider scrimmage.

Let the Kids Play / Ep 188 / Blue City Radio

Episode 188:

Domenec Torrent came into MLS and NYCFC with an extensive resume and brought along with him a coaching staff that all have experience developing youth talent.  So it should be no surprise to anyone that in Torrent’s early days as NYCFC head coach he has looked to the youth of the team to due their part in securing the team points.

This week Andy Maycraft (@viewfrom226) joins Mike and J.R. to discuss NYCFC’s busy week and Torrent’s tendencies as they become apparent game by game.

There’s also locker room audio from James Sands, Kwame Awuah, Jon Lewis, Ronald Matarrita and Sean Johnson.