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Final Episode – Live from 3 Nations Brewery
November 17, 2022 05:31 - 1 hour - 156 MBDustin, Tristan, Jonathan, and Nico met up at 3 Nations Brewery to record one last episode of the Dallas Soccer Show. They were joined by guests from all across the FC Dallas landscape to celebrate the last 5 years of covering Dallas soccer and to have one last chat about the sport and teams they...
Signings, transfers, and RSL with Sam Hale
August 31, 2022 17:19 - 37 minutes - 51 MBFC Dallas Radio host Sam Hale dropped by to discuss recent comings-and-goings from the club as well as the 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake. Dustin, Nico, and Sam discuss the departure of Szabolcs Schön, the signing of Bernard Kamungo from NTSC, the progression of Alan Velasco, the team’s veteran leadership, and the impact of...
Fan and player reactions from FC Dallas’ win over Philadelphia
August 19, 2022 05:18 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBFC Dallas beat league-leading Philadelphia Union 1-0 on Wednesday night, and Dustin spoke to fans and players after the match to get their thoughts. Relive and gain a better understanding of the banner night in Frisco by hearing from fans, Jesus Ferreira, Sebastian Lletget, and Paxton Pomykal. They cover the game plan for attacking the...
NYC and Austin match reactions with Chris Bils
July 20, 2022 18:53 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBChris Bils from The Striker joins Dustin to discuss the midweek loss to NYCFC and the 1-1 Copa Tejas draw with Austin. They discuss both matches, what happened with the Copa Tejas trophy after the match, why Chris still rates FC Dallas highly, and much more!
Wild ending to the Texas Derby and helping FC Dallas close out games
July 13, 2022 05:17 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBFC Dallas drew 2-2 away against the Dynamo in an entertaining game that had a bit of everything. Dustin, Tristan, and Tyler Kern break down the bonkers night in Houston. They also discuss Tuesday’s All Star Roster announcement and attempt to figure out why FC Dallas can’t win games after going ahead early in the...
Goals galore in Fortress Frisco! Discussing the Portland, Chicago, and Colorado matches.
April 12, 2022 20:25 - 25 minutes - 35 MBWith 7 goals in the last 2 home matches, FC Dallas’ is having fun in Frisco! Dustin and Jonathan discuss the last 3 FC Dallas matches, how Nico Estevez sets up the team at home and away, the plethora of goals from FC Dallas homegrowns, and dive into the most recent 3-1 victory over Colorado.
Three games in, what have we learned?
March 16, 2022 05:37 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBFC Dallas is 3 games into this young season, but there’s been enough soccer played to start answering some of the questions surrounding the squad before the season. Dustin and Jonathan discuss some of the most interesting findings from the games against Toronto, New England, and Nashville, including the playing style so far under Nico...
FC Dallas Fan’s Guide to 2022
February 22, 2022 17:09 - 25 minutes - 34.5 MBA quick and digestible guide to the start of FC Dallas’ 2022 season! After a quiet off-season, Dustin and Jonathan dusted off their microphones to get you ready for the 2022 season. They covered all of the player and personnel changes from the offseason, as well as what they’re excited and worried about from the...
2021 Season Review with the FC Dallas TV and Radio crew
November 23, 2021 18:44 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBFC Dallas broadcasters Mark Followill, Owen Newkirk, Steve Davis, and Tyler Kern join Dustin and Jonathan for a live streamed season review. The group touched on every angle of FC Dallas’ season from Luchi to personnel. They break down what went wrong for the team this year, and what they can do to move forward...
Texas is Red!!! Copa Tejas and NTSC Playoff Talk
November 02, 2021 16:23 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBFC Dallas grabs all three points against Austin FC to win the inaugural edition of Copa Tejas. Dustin, Jonathan, and Nico break down the match that topped off a great week for Jesus Ferrera, continued growth for Schon and a likely Toyota Stadium send off for Ricardo Pepi. After recapping the night for FC Dallas,...
FCD vs all of LA and what’s up with Paxton?
October 26, 2021 20:02 - 39 minutes - 54.9 MBFCD lost 2-3 to LAFC on Wednesday and drew 2-2 with LA Galaxy on Saturday in two matches that were like déjà vu all over again. Dustin, Jonathan, and Nico discuss the similarities between the two matches, some trends emerging with Jader Obrian, and answer the question “What’s up with Paxton lately?” Plus Nico gives...
Pepi Transfer Rumors, Training Interviews, and FC Dallas vs the City of Los Angeles
October 14, 2021 20:32 - 3 BytesProgramming Note: This will be the only episode prior to the LAFC match. We’ll be back in your podcast app on the regular schedule following the LA Galaxy match. Dustin and Jonathan talk about the latest Pepi transfer rumors and the upcoming matches against both LA teams. Plus, Dustin shares audio from training interviews with...
SKC, Minnesota, and how these results affect Luchi’s stock
October 05, 2021 22:08 - 3 BytesThe Marco Ferruzzi era continues with 2 FC Dallas home matches against SKC and Minnesota. Your full DSS crew breaks down what they saw in these two matches, player performances, and what adjustments the new coach is starting to make. Tristan, Nico, Dustin and Jonathan go thru performances for the club including a MOTM performance...
Ferruzzi’s Fellas’ first falter: What changed for FC Dallas under Marco?
September 28, 2021 19:20 - 3 BytesFC Dallas kicks off the post-Luchi era with a must win match against Vancouver and comes away with no points after a last minute penalty save against Franco Jara. Dustin and Jonathan break down what changes they saw Marco Ferruzzi make in his first match as the FC Dallas interim coach. Before getting into the...
Luchi is out. Was moving on from him the right move for FC Dallas?
September 21, 2021 06:47 - 3 BytesFC Dallas announced the immediate removal of Luchi Gonzalez as head coach on Sunday, with Marco Ferruzzi stepping in as the interim coach thru the remainder of the season. Your DSS crew talks about the final matches for Luchi and breakdown the comments from Dan Hunt and Andre Zanotta at the press conference on Monday....
San Jose Draw, NYCFC Preview, and should the Ricaurte loan be allowed to expire?
September 14, 2021 17:39 - 3 BytesNico returns to help Dustin and Jonathan break down the 1-1 draw with San Jose. They debate the Matt Hedges penalty call, discuss the defensive performances, as well as some bright spots in the performance. Dustin asks the crew what they would do with the Andres Ricaurte loan that is set to expire on December...
Discussing the loss at Real Salt Lake and FC Dallas’ waning playoff hopes
September 07, 2021 16:10 - 40 minutes - 55.9 MBFC Dallas couldn’t keep up its unbeaten away streak as they fell 3-2 at Real Salt Lake. Dustin and Jonathan discuss the themes from that match that carried over from the Austin match, the depleted squad due to international players, and what caused RSL’s goals. Then Jonathan breaks down what it will likely take, mathematically...
I-35 goal-fest with Moontower Soccer
August 31, 2021 16:58 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBFC Dallas put up 5 goals in their 5-3 win over the new boys down I-35. Dustin and Jonathan caught up with Landon and Jeremiah of Moontower Soccer to talk about the match from both sides. They talked about the goals, the atmosphere, the rivalry, and more! Then the DSS crew mulled over what the...
Discussing FC Dallas’ Texas Derby draw and Seattle loss
August 24, 2021 23:16 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBTristan rejoins Dustin, Jonathan, and Nico as they discuss the midweek 0-1 loss to Seattle at home and the 2-2 draw in Houston. They assess the performances of several players, including Franco Jara’s wide open miss against Seattle, Freddy Vargas’ mixed results, and Jader Obrian’s substitution at halftime against Houston. Plus, Nico brings everyone up...
Discussing the loss to SKC, the pre-match jinxes, the goal posts, and more
August 17, 2021 20:42 - 50 minutes - 69.6 MBFC Dallas saw their home unbeaten streak end, but the DSS crew still feels positive about the overall performance of the team. After a brief discussion on the Austin game atmosphere from last week the guys launch into discussions about an actual rivalry match against SKC. Dustin, Nico and Jonathan talk about barely-missed opportunities, the...
A draw in Seattle, a win over Austin, and which player has impressed the most recently?
August 10, 2021 21:05 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBIt’s a 4 point week for FC Dallas with a last minute road point at Seattle and the inaugural edition win against the Verde boys from down South. Nico and Jonathan break down the last 2 matches, talk about standout performances and what the heck has changed to turn this team around. After a quick...
The Streak is Over! Instant reactions to FC Dallas’ first road win of the season
August 01, 2021 04:40 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBDustin and Jonathan give their instant reactions to FC Dallas’ 2-1 win in Kansas City. They break down what worked and what didn’t as FC Dallas ends their result-less streak on the road. The crew will be back to their regular schedule following the Austin FC match.
Pepi’s Party against LA, loss to Colorado, plus are stats and tactics BS?
July 27, 2021 19:57 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBWinning feels good and your DSS crew can’t wait to dig into that Pepi Hat Trick from Saturday night, but before they do that they spend a short few minutes on the 0-2 road loss against Colorado. So what changed to help drive that 4-0 thrashing of the Galaxy? Dustin, Nico and Jonathan talk about...
Takeaways from Portland, NTSC’s draw, and a look at the busy week ahead
July 20, 2021 17:28 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MBRoad points continue to be elusive for FC Dallas this year but the DSS Crew felt there were some positive things from the match in Portland. Each host brought up their biggest takeaways from Saturday night including the defensive performance along the back line, Paxton’s longest run out in 2 years, and questions about this...
What went wrong in LA? Plus outgoing transfers, El Plastico, and more!
July 13, 2021 14:52 - 42 minutes - 58.3 MBFC Dallas lost mid-week 3-1 at Los Angeles Galaxy and Dustin, Jonathan, and Nico discuss yet another lineup change, what went wrong, and whether or not its a good thing that Jara scored. Plus, Nico gives his Ninety-Two Second Catchup for NTSC’s 4-1 El Plastico win over Forward Madison and the crew discusses the plethora...
Basement Battle Breakdown, Tessmann transfer reports, and the long road ahead for FC Dallas
July 06, 2021 18:15 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBFC Dallas played in front of a packed house but managed only one point off a stoppage time own goal. Nico and Jonathan catch up on the latest club news around Tessmann, the Gold Cup call ups, and likely Acosta replacement options. They then dive into the FC Dallas match from Sunday night and talk...
Hello again, win column! A let down at LAFC, a New England rebound, and Che-chat
June 29, 2021 20:03 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MBIts a Texas Twofer! Nico and Dustin discuss the loss in LA to LAFC and the win against Eastern Conference leader New England Revolution. They discuss the beginning of the Justin Che era, the strengthening of the Ferreira-Pepi partnership, and compare and contrast the two matches played by FC Dallas this past week. They also...
Analyzing the draw in Minnesota
June 22, 2021 22:15 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBFC Dallas rolled out 5 different starters in front of 16,000 fans and battled to a 1-1 draw. Jonathan, Dustin and Nico talk about the wasted first half, and what changed after the half time break. The crew rate the first-time performances of Tafari and Quignon along with some hot takes on the rest of...
Reacting to the Facu signing, NTSC, and Minnesota Preview
June 15, 2021 17:16 - 18 minutes - 25 MBThe crew talks over the signing of Facundo Quignón, the North Texas SC win over Greenville Triumph, and preview the upcoming Minnesota match. They also discuss the trio of homegrowns returning to training this week and tease their Father’s Day Lawn Special with Allen Reed. Dallas Soccer Show Youtube Show Breakdown: Facundo Quignón signing Return...
“Be Encouraged!” Joe Lowery breaks down FC Dallas’ miserable start to the season
June 08, 2021 17:50 - 59 minutes - 82.1 MBJoe Lowery from MLS Assist and the Total Soccer Show joined Dustin, Jonathan and Nico to dive deep into the abysmal start to the season by FC Dallas. Joe brings his outsider’s perspective to an in-depth conversation on what is needed to fix this team, the role of Paxton, PKs galore, and the overall performance...
How bad was FC Dallas’ loss to Colorado? Wastefulness, miscues, and…improvements?
June 01, 2021 18:48 - 38 minutes - 52.5 MBDustin and Jonathan dissect FC Dallas’ 3-0 loss at the hands of Colorado. The guys discuss the goals that led to the loss, FC Dallas’ continued ineffectiveness in front of net, penalty non-calls, and VAR penalty calls. They also discuss whether FC Dallas’ issues are tactical, executional, or both. Plus, the panel discusses Dante Sealy...
Is the FCD GOAT struggling? Hedges struggles, improvements from Jara and Pomykal, and more
May 25, 2021 16:07 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBFC Dallas fans had a soggy night of ups and downs as Real Salt Lake visited Frisco. Dustin, Nico, and Dan Crooke of 3rddegree.net discuss the 2-2 draw, whether Matt Hedges’ mistakes are troubling, Jara’s improved performance, and Paxton Pomykal’s increased influence on the team. They also talk about North Texas SC’s 2-1 loss to...
Recapping the Real Salt Lake Roller Coaster
May 25, 2021 16:07 - 40 minutes - 56.1 MBFC Dallas fans had a soggy night of ups and downs as Real Salt Lake visited Frisco. Dustin, Nico, and Dan Crooke of 3rddegree.net discuss the 2-2 draw, whether Matt Hedges’ mistakes are troubling, Jara’s improved performance, and Paxton Pomykal’s increased influence on the team. They also talk about North Texas SC’s 2-1 loss to...
Overpaying Jara and Underperforming in Minnesota
May 18, 2021 16:57 - 44 minutes - 61.4 MBFC Dallas went to Minnesota with a new formation and a $3 Million Dollar striker, and came home at the bottom of the standings. Dustin and Jonathan discuss the match, Luchi Gonzalez’s game management, and his view that this was “the best half” of a match this year. They also discuss if the Luchi criticism is...
FC Dallas splits points at home against Houston
May 11, 2021 16:49 - 1 hour - 103 MBFC Dallas kicked off Copa Tejas with a 1-1 home draw against Houston on a warm Spring afternoon in Frisco. Nico, Dustin & Jonathan break down the match including a number of missed opportunities by the home side in the first half and a forgettable second half. They discuss the performances of Jara, Bressan, and...
FC Dallas beats Portland 4-1 for first win of the season
May 04, 2021 17:01 - 1 hour - 100 MBFC Dallas took on Portland and came away with 3 points in a game full of firsts. Dustin, Jonathan, and Nico break down the match including first starts, first goals, and the first Hollingshead yellow card for…. a fake throw-in. The crew talks about the key performances and takeaways from the match including the surprise...
After 3-1 San Jose loss, is it time to panic?
April 27, 2021 16:18 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBFC Dallas returns home from San Jose with a loss and the DSS crew dives into what went wrong, formation challenges, and answers the question “Is it time to Panic?” Dustin, Jonathan, and Nico also discuss the newly purchased international roster spot and how it might best be used. They also discuss a unique statistic...
Opening Draw: FC Dallas 0-0 Colorado
April 20, 2021 17:34 - 53 minutes - 72.8 MBFC Dallas kicked off the season with a 0-0 draw, and the DSS crew walks through thoughts on the game, the formation, key players performances, and the surprise appearance of Paxton Pomykal. Before getting into the FC Dallas match they address the announced Super League in Europe, and the cancellation of the Open Cup Tournament...
In-Depth 2021 FC Dallas Preview with Steve Davis
April 13, 2021 15:28 - 1 hour - 89 MBSteve Davis, FC Dallas TV/radio broadcast analyst, helps the Dallas Soccer Show crew with a mega preseason review. First they catch up on the La Copita preseason tournament win, some big local TV news, and the Beni Redžić signing. Jonathan, Dustin, Steve, Tristan and Nico get into Luchi’s 3rd year, the influx of new players,...
Sayonara Santos, FC Dallas Supporters’ Group Preview
April 06, 2021 18:33 - 1 hour - 110 MBThis week’s episode jumps straight into the Santos transfer announcement, what it means for the team, and if it was a good move. After a little jersey and sponsor talk, Dustin, Nico and Jonathan get into the latest FCD preseason match including key takeaways about some new and old players. Your podcast trio break...
NO-lympics for the USMNT and FC Dallas’ Preseason Continues
March 30, 2021 15:21 - 1 hour - 86.7 MBThe crew talks through USMT Olympic qualifying, the FC Dallas Schedule and Stadium plans, as well as the state of the US Open Cup tournament. They catch up on the FC Dallas Preseason game against San Antonio FC including key things they saw, and who we didn’t see on the field – including exclusive Paxton...
Andre Zanotta plus Big Podcast News
March 23, 2021 12:22 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBThe 2021 DSS season kicks off with exciting news about the podcast, including adding Nico Mendez to the team! Dustin, Tristan, Jonathan and Nico then walk through the FC Dallas off-season roster moves and preseason schedule. To close out the episode FC Dallas Technical Director, Andre Zanotta, joined the crew to talk about scouting, homegrowns,...
2020 Season Review with Jon Arnold
December 09, 2020 04:39 - 1 hour - 99 MBDallas Morning News reporter Jon Arnold dropped by to help the guys talk about the playoff loss in Seattle and put a bow on the absurdity that was the 2020 season. They answer questions like:Was the season a success? Did Luchi progress in year two? Which players increased their stock values? Which players had forgettable...
Playoff Match Buildup: FC Dallas at Portland Timbers
November 18, 2020 19:30 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBDustin, Tristan and Jonathan walk you through everything you need to know about FC Dallas’ 1st round playoff matchup in Portland against the Timbers! What to expect from Portland? Will Mora be allowed to play after spending time with Chile during the international break? Would you you start Bressan or Reto? Who should play on...
Decision Day Doldrums for FC Dallas in 3-0 Loss to Minnesota
November 09, 2020 21:32 - 33 minutes - 46.6 MBFC Dallas travelled to Minnesota for a match that could have seen them finish the regular season anywhere from 2nd place to 7th place. It wasn’t the absolute worst outcome to Decision Day, but FC Dallas lost yet another away match. Dustin and Jonathan chat about the match and what it means for FC Dallas’...
Nashville, RSL, and El Matador’s Luis Dollar
October 26, 2020 17:05 - 50 minutes - 69 MBDustin and Jonathan reluctantly take a look at the 3-0 loss in Nashville, the 0-0 draw in Salt Lake, and the themes that have emerged from these latest 2 away matches. Then, El Presidente de El Matidor, Luis Dollar joins the show to talk about how the season’s working out, issues with security, moving supporters...
FC Dallas Halts Winless Streak With Win Against Sporting Kansas City
October 16, 2020 18:06 - 42 minutes - 59 MBDustin and Jonathan talk about the recent Reggie Cannon interview in The Crack Podcast that has fans outraged. They also break down the 1-0 win over Kansas Cit, Tanner Tessmann starting as the CDM, and how FC Dallas was able to break down SKC’s low block. Plus, they take a quick look ahead at what...
Interview – John Nelson
October 01, 2020 05:55 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBFC Dallas left back, John Nelson, stopped by for a chat with Dustin. They talked about John’s path to the pros, decision to leave UNC early, some of his famous friends, and much more! Check it out!
FC Dallas beats SKC and Mid-Season Grades with Steve Davis
September 21, 2020 18:25 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBSteve Davis from the from the FC Dallas broadcast team joins Dustin and Jonathan to talk about the past few matches, as well as give the team a mid-season grade! PLUS! Steve’s take on the Cobra exit, and he shares the Bobby Rhine story that he remembers every year on the anniversary of his death....
FC Dallas Loses 3-2 in Minnesota
September 11, 2020 04:09 - 41 minutes - 56.7 MBNews: Reggie moves to Boavista FC and What’s goin on with Cobra? Plus! FC Dallas travelled to Minnesota on Wednesday to face the loons. Dustin, Tristan, and Jonathan talk it all over.