The First Victory of 2022 and Some Inspiration from Ian Joy / Ep 354 / Blue City Radio

Episode 354:

NYCFC was in a familiar situation on Tuesday night down in Costa Rica. For the second time in three official matches they’d be facing a team with less than it’s full squad of players and starters available for selection.

The hosts for the first leg of the CCL opening round, Santos de Guapiles, would be without four key players due to a recent change in visa policies in Costa Rica. NYCFC would take full advantage of the situation and cruise to a 2-0 victory as the teams head to California for the home leg.

This week Mike, J.R. and Mike Allen give their thoughts on the game. In the second segment, Ian Joy visits the guys to get the fans excited for the season as NYCFC looks to defend their championship title.

The guys close out the show with some 2022 predictions and give their over / unders for the year.

Welcome Thiago (No the Other One) / Ep 353 / Blue City Radio

Episode 353:

With just over a week to go before NYCFC begins the CCL tournament the team made a splash signing, adding Brazilian defender, Thiago Martins, to the roster. The 26 year old will definitely change the look of NYCFC’s back line and hopefully for the best.

This week Mike, J.R. and Mike Allen discuss the impact of the signing and give their thoughts on how Ronny Deila will adjust to fit Thiago into the rosters.

In the second segment the guys welcome their resident Costa Rican expert, Jose Receman, to the show to discuss NYCFC’s opponent in the first round of CCL, Santos de Guapiles.

A Chilly Reception In Canada for the USMNT / Ep / 352

Episode 352:

Gregg Berhalter was oddly content with the US players’ performances on Sunday as the US lost 2-0 to Canada. Yes, the early goal conceded by the US was a self-inflicted wound, but the result was still not good enough and there is concern that the coach will be slow to correct errors with only four games remaining in the qualifying cycle.

This week Mike, J.R. and Mike Allen invite former NYCFC defender, Kwame Awuah, on the show to discuss the growth of soccer north of the border.