Episodes

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin's brutal loss in St Louis. Other topics and questions include: - Austin FC II youth movement update - Lineup surprises - Health updates - Finlay our new favorite player? - Cascante's worst game in verde? - Disagreement about Stuver's performance - Josh Wolff temperature check - FC Dallas Preview - more You can find more detailed show notes at The Striker Texas. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the show at moontowersoccer.com or via your f...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! Topics include: -NEW BOY ALERT!!! Welcome Memo Rodriguez! -New Pup Alert! Welcome Aroha to the Bersanos! -'Fit Checks: Juarez, Summer Round Up -Aus...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin's upcoming free agent list. Who should stay, who should go? They are also joined by Apple TV's Sonny Guadarrama to preview the upcoming match against St Louis City. Other topics and questions include: - Vote to get Moontower into SXSW - Which free agents should Rodo keep? - Why is Rodney not on this list? - What we learned from the NYCFC friendly - Was dropping Romaña a mistake? - St Louis City preview w/ Sonny Guadarrama (32:06) - A look ahead to t...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the surprise Diego Fagundez trade. They also interview Austin FC center back, Matt Hedges. Other topics and questions include: - Details of the Fagundez trade - How and why it happened - What does it mean now and in the future? - Why not somebody else? - Who is Memo Rodriguez? - What we learned from Rodo press conference - Matt Hedges interview (46:55) - more Join our Patreon to support the show and get some cool stuff in return. You can also rate, review...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Michael Lahoud to answer listener questions. They also recap Austin FC crashing out early of Leagues Cup. Other topics and questions include: - Details make Hedges deal even better - What does it mean that ATX traded an international slot? - Tarek's contract bought out - Walti traded to Rapids II - How Miami can fit all these players on their roster - FC Juarez recap - Listener Questions w/ Michael Lahoud (40:23) - Do we expect any more moves this wi...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! Topics include: -NEW BOY ALERT!!! Welcome Matt Hedges! -APA 50 Dogs Adopted/Official Austin FC Mascot of the Match Day -Mascot of the Match: Otis -...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap Austin FC's disappointing 1-3 Leagues Cup loss to Mazatlan and discuss the possible Matt Hedges trade. They also preview the upcoming Leagues Cup match versus FC Juarez. Other topics and questions include: - All Star recap - Landon makes a bold claim about Hedges - Would this deal be a good value? - Borrell's Athletic interview - Austin FC miss Driussi and Pereira against Mazatlan - Juarez Leagues Cup preview (51:03) - more You can find more detailed show n...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's up and down week with a 2-1 loss in Vancouver and a 2-1 win at home against SKC. They preview Friday's Leagues Cup match versus Mazatlan. Other topics and questions include: - Where to watch Austin's All-Star players - (Landon was wrong about the MLS Next stream) - Messi announced on slippery walkway - Tight transfer budget enough to help? - Romaña to return? - Vancouver Whitecaps recap - Sporting Kansas City recap - Learning moments for a youn...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! Topics include: -Who We Want to Road Trip With -Match Moods and Pitch Personalities: Miami, Minnesota, Vancouver -A Nice Number of Travel Miles -Go...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the shocking 4-1 blowout in Minnesota and Borrell's intro press conference. They are also joined by Apple TV's Paul Dolan to preview the upcoming matches against the Vancouver Whitecaps and Sporting Kansas City. Other topics and questions include: - Highlights from the Borrell press conference - Brandan Craig on loan from Philly - Does CJ Fodrey need a new challenge? - Minnesota United recap (25:45) - Driussi , Stuver, and Fagundez show up against the run ...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss our expectations for new Sporting Director, Rodolfo Borrell, and recap the 1-1 draw in Miami. They are also joined by Apple TV's Jaime Macias to preview the upcoming away match at Minnesota United. Other topics and questions include: - Jon Gallagher is an MLS All-Star! - Ervin Torres makes MLS Next All-Stars - Stuver nominated for ESPY - Djitte loaned again - Does Rodolfo Borrell have the right experience? - Inter Miami recap (33:16) - Can Austin be good w...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! Topics include: -NEW BOY ALERT! -New New Boy Requests -Just totally normal thoughts Steph has -Matchscots of the match: Egg Noodle, Champ, Shea But...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap the 3-0 wins against Dallas and Houston, and are also joined by Apple TV's Chris Wittyngham to preview the upcoming away at Inter Miami. Other topics and questions include: - Rado plays his last game - Transfer season is getting close - Sergino Dest visits Austin - Big performances against Dallas and Houston - Austin FC's defensive shift - Copa Tejas scenarios - Inter Miami preview w/ Chris Wittyngham (58:15) - more You can find more detailed show notes at ...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Apple TV's Sacha Kljestan to preview the upcoming Copa Tejas matches against Dallas and Houston. Mike and Steph from Swoontower Soccer also stop by for a listener question segment. Other topics and questions include: - Rado update - How do we feel about Messi in MLS? - Dani Pereira's Venezuela debut - Austin FC II update - Dallas and Houston previews w/ Sacha Kljestan (17:50) - Listener Questions w/ Steph and Mike (35:56) - Long-haired Landon playing...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by John Muller of the Athletic to discuss what the data says about whether or not soccer managers actually matter. Other topics and questions include: - Radovanovic on the way out? - Vaisanen injury update - Lackluster performance in Kansas City - Do Managers Matter? with John Muller (30:38) - Read John's article on the subject at The Athletic - Do the players still back Wolff? - Which players could be out in the transfer window? - more You can find mo...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's win against Minnesota United and the loss against RSL. They're also joined by Apple TV's Adrian Healey to preview the upcoming Sporting Kansas City match. Other topics and questions include: - Owen Wolff out at U20 World Cup - Dani Pereira called up for Venezuela - Ticket prices rise in Austin - Minnesota Recap - RSL Recap - We have wingers again - #WolffOut picks up momentum - Sporting Kansas City preview w/ Adrian Healey (1:00:35) - more You...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- ANOTHER DISCLAIMER -- our sound is bad!! We are so sorry!! We broke down our setup in order to record the Shakespeare show last weekend and when we reconnected it all a few settings got messed up. It'll be better next...

This week, Jeremiah and Kevin Morris discuss Austin FC's loss in the US Open Cup and Copa Tejas loss in Houston. They are also joined by Apple TV's Tony Husband to preview the upcoming game against Minnesota United. Other topics and questions include: - Owen Wolff U20 World Cup Update - Ervin Torres called in to USA U16s - Vaisanen injury update - Chicago Fire beat up on a sluggish Austin FC - Zardes gets 100th goal - Last minute loss in Houston - Return of #WolffOut - Minnesota United Preview ...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's double win week, and are joined by Apple TV's Eric Krakauer to preview the upcoming games in the Open Cup against the Chicago Fire and the Copa Tejas match against the Houston Dynamo. Other topics and questions include: - Owen Wolff's assist in U20 World Cup - Austin FC player salaries released - Dani Pereira to debut for Venezuela? - Seattle Sounders recap (16:09) - Austin's new defensive structure - Toronto Recap - Where will Driussi fit into...

Austin FC II Deep Dive Episode a.k.a. "Moontower Jr" a.k.a. "Two-ontower Soccer" On this special bonus episode, Landon and Mike get into the Austin FC II roster and discuss who the stars are, the best XI, their playing style, and everything els you could want to know. - Playing Style (10:37) - Who are the best players? (15:22) - Defenders (25:25) - Midfielders (38:50) - Forwards (58:10) Let us know what you think on Twitter or through the contact page at moontowersoccer.com This episode is b...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's 2-0 Open Cup win against New Mexico United, and recap the 0-1 loss to FC Dallas after the Redes red card. They are also joined by Apple TV's Maurice Edu to preview the upcoming games away to the Seattle Sounders and at home against Toronto. Other topics and questions include: - Just Keep Playing Memorial Tournament Sign-Up - Owen Wolff in Argentina - US Open Cup details - Decisive victory over New Mexico in the Open Cup - RODNEY! RODNEY! RODNEY...

*DISCLAIMER* If you are looking for Austin FC tactical analysis, please go back or forward one episode for a regular episode of Moontower Soccer. But if you are looking for wholesome content about the good, good boys of Austin FC, you are in the right place. ----------------------- On today's Swoontower Soccer, Steph and Mike are all about the boys! Topics include: -WELCOME TO THE REDESSANCE -Matchscot of the match: IKEA! -Match Moods and Pitch Personalities: San Jose, Portland, New Mexico -A ...

This week, Landon and Kevin Morris recap the last-minute 2-2 draw in Portland and they preview the US Open Cup match against New Mexico United. They are also joined by Apple TV's Steve Cangialosi to preview FC Dallas. Other topics and questions include: - Austin FC Health Report - How many games will Owen Wolff miss for the World Cup? - Cascante rejoins the team in a back 5 - Why did this work better? - (Kevin also wrote an article about this - read here) - Redes resurgence continues - New Mexi...

This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap the encouraging signs from the San Jose game, and are also joined by Apple TV's Max Bretos to preview the match away at the Portland Timbers. Other topics and questions include: - Patreon last call - US Open Cup vs New Mexico United details - Reasons to be hopeful vs San Jose - Complexity through simplicity - Reviews of performances by Redes, Lundvist, and Valencia - 5 Second Rule - Portland Timbers Preview with Max Bretos (51:48) - Free Ticket Giveaway by S...