Defenders of the Banc - The LAFC Podcast
352 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 83 ratingsChristian "Filly" Filimon and "The Scarf" J.R. Lebert talk all things LAFC (Los Angeles Football Club), Los Angeles' MLS soccer club. Hear original content, player, personnel, and fan interviews, team news, game breakdowns, supporters group chats, and so much more about LAFC. This podcast is BLACK and GOLD!
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Episodes
Episode 220 - The Calm Before the (Playoff) Clasico
October 18, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBEpisode 220 is a rare preview pod from the Defenders. The stage is set: LAFC. Carson. Winner plays for the West. And we wouldn't want it any other way! On this pod, we talk all things... Carson. Yup, you read that right. We deliberate and dissect almost every aspect of the team from just 13 miles down the road in preparation for our playoff tilt at the Banc, from players to watch, depth at each line, and everything in-between. We obviously talk a ton of LAFC, too, including who our "X" f...
Episode 219 - The Supporters Shield Comes Home!
October 10, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIt's Episode 219, and the Supporters Shield is home! Yes, we played Nashville, and sure, we lost, but that result was but an afterthought to the all-day celebration at the Banc as the Shield came home. LAFC actually played a great game, as they generated 29 shots and 14 on target, but Joe Willis had ideas to spoil our celebration for at least a few hours. Save after save by Willis and a back post, set-piece header by Teal Bunbury allowed Nashville to come away with a 1-0 win and a good view...
Episode 218 - Cowa-Bouanga! The Supporters Shield is Coming Back to the Banc!
October 03, 2022 00:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBIt's Episode 218, and it's a celebration!!! Thanks to Denis Bouanga, Carlos Vela, and our fearless leader, Steve Cherundolo, the Supporters Shield is coming back to the Banc! All LAFC had to do was head to a house of horrors, Providence Park, and win for the first time in 12 matches on turf and beat Portland for the first time in 7 matches. The first half was everything you've come to know and love from an LAFC/Timbers tilt: physical, frustrating, and plenty of quality crosses by Portlan...
Episode 217 – Vela’s Brace from the Spot Brings the Shield Within Reach
September 19, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBRevenge is a dish best served at the Banc, and LAFC was able to enact some on Houston with a 3-1 beating behind a pair of PK’s from the Captain. The three points were huge, as LAFC now wrestles back control of their Supporters Shield destiny from Philadelphia. A Corey Baird 25th minute goal was sandwiched between two Carlos Vela penalty kick finishes, and LAFC headed to the half up 2-1. Our secret weapon, Ryan Hollingshead, added to his defender-leading goal tally just after halftime, and...
Episode 217 – Vela’s Brace from the Spot Brings the Shield Within Reach
September 19, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBRevenge is a dish best served at the Banc, and LAFC was able to enact some on Houston with a 3-1 beating behind a pair of PK’s from the Captain. The three points were huge, as LAFC now wrestles back control of their Supporters Shield destiny from Philadelphia. A Corey Baird 25th minute goal was sandwiched between two Carlos Vela penalty kick finishes, and LAFC headed to the half up 2-1. Our secret weapon, Ryan Hollingshead, added to his defender-leading goal tally just after halftime, and...
Episode 216 – A Draw in Minnesota as Tello Debuts
September 14, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBPlaying their second match in just four days’ time, and doing so minus ANY of our regular fullbacks, LAFC took a point from the Loons as one of our newest and shiniest weapons, Cristian Tello, made his Black and Gold debut. No Franco Escobar. No Ryan Hollingshead. No Diego Palacios. Dolo Ball would look very different in the Twin Cities, as Steve patched together LAFC’s 29th different lineup in 31 matches. That lineup held the Loons scoreless for almost the entire half, until Emmanuel Reyn...
Episode 215 - Black and Gold Left Seeing Red After 2-1 Loss to Dallas
September 11, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBLAFC heads to Texas for the final time in 2022, and all we can say here on Episode 215 is good riddance! Ryan Hollingshead sees red during the match while LAFC and their supporters are left seeing red after. LAFC loses a tough one the hard way, 2-1, behind a brace from Jesus Ferreira and an awful day for Jon Freemon. Just eight minutes in, LAFC would already be dealt a body blow, as Chiqui was shown a very questionable yellow, meaning he will miss our next match, a tilt in just three days ...
Episode 214 - LAFC Hits 60 Behind Crepeau's Clean Sheet
September 05, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.4 MBLAFC gets back to the Banc, and back to their winning ways to begin Kick Childhood Cancer Month. Maxime Crepeau blanks RSL, 2-0, and helps LAFC to 60 points on the season while wrestling back control in the race for the Shield. Ryan Hollingshead rips a banger just after halftime, Captain Carlos finds Chicho in the 68th minute, and Maxime Crepeau does all the heavy lifting with 5 big saves as LAFC ends their 3-game losing streak. Bouanga gets a surprise start while Chiellini is great again....
Episode 213 - Dynamo Dampen Denis' Debut (Brian's Song, Part 2, too!)
September 01, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBHere on Episode 213, unfortunately, the losing streak continues, as LAFC completes their Texas two-step with a 2-1 loss to Houston, falling into a tie for the Supporters Shield with just 6 matches remaining. The Black and Gold went down early after a handball by Ilie gave Sebastian Ferreira a chance from the spot, but Chicho responded right away to level it after 20’. Despite LAFC having the lion’s share of the opportunities, Griffin Dorsey’s effort in the 75th from just inside the 18 gave ...
Episode 212 - "Big Game" Questions As Austin Clobbers LAFC
August 27, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 66 MBThis matchup had all the makings. Number 1 vs. Number 2 in the West. The two highest scoring clubs in the league. A club looking to strengthen its grip on the shield vs. a club on the rise. Black and Gold vs. Verde and Black. But in the end, the team that was #1 played like number two, and Austin nips further at LAFC's heels after a 4-1 drubbing. Let's get through this together, Black and Gold faithful, here on Episode 212. With Filly in LA and Scarf in Colorado, LAFC looked to avenge thei...
Episode 211 - DJ Flict and the Defenders! (featuring Chris "Flict" Aparri)
August 25, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBIn a season where we are living in "pinch me" moments, this entire episode is a "pinch me" moment for Filly and Scarf! None other than DJ Flict himself, Chris Aparri, sits down with the boys for a very special interview. Recorded entirely on location at Saturdays Football in Highland Park, we chat with DJ Flict about everything: How he got started in music, the incredible pantheon of greats that he has worked with, how the incredible anthem "Do It For LA" came to be, his thoughts on LAFC, a...
Episode 210 - Win Streak Snapped in San Jose
August 22, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBEpisode 210 is upon us, and before we talk about the match against the Quakes, we have an announcement! Defenders of the Banc is proud to announce the podcast’s first official sponsor: FLEX Power Tools. Yes, FLEX, the very same front-of-kit sponsor of our beloved Black and Gold! A huge thank you to everyone in the FLEX family: Joe, Katie, Brady, Vince, Taylor, Shane, and everyone involved in making this dream a reality. Meanwhile in San Jose, the Black and Gold take an… interesting lineup i...
Episode 209 - More Mahala Magic As LAFC Runs Its Streak to 7!
August 17, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBWait, didn't we just do this? Just 48 hours after a 5-0 shellacking of Charlotte, LAFC was back at it again as Wayne Rooney and the club from our nation's capital, DC United, took the 300-mile journey West to the Banc. While this wouldn't end 5-0, 3 points is 3 points, and LAFC runs their winning streak to 7 with a hard-fought 1-0 victory on a strange Tuesday night. The first half was a series of missed chances and solid runs ending in disappointing finishes for LAFC. DC may not have had ma...
Episode 208 - No Bale? No Chiellini? No Problem! LAFC Hangs 5 on Charlotte
August 14, 2022 21:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBBack at the Banc for the final time on a Saturday night until playoffs, LAFC looked to make a statement. It's safe to say that they did, hanging a 5-spot on Charlotte as they embark on 3 matches in 8 days! Here on Episode 208, we cover all 5 goals, the birth of Filly, and so much more! While the first half was a little sluggish, LAFC had quality set pieces while looking for a way through Charlotte's block of 9 in the back. Brian Rodriguez played well, Eddie Segura got the start, and both Ga...
Episode 208 - No Bale? No Chiellini? No Problem! LAFC Hangs 5 on Charlotte
August 14, 2022 21:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBBack at the Banc for the final time on a Saturday night until playoffs, LAFC looked to make a statement. It's safe to say that they did, hanging a 5-spot on Charlotte as they embark on 3 matches in 8 days! Here on Episode 208, we cover all 5 goals, the birth of Filly, and so much more! While the first half was a little sluggish, LAFC had quality set pieces while looking for a way through Charlotte's block of 9 in the back. Brian Rodriguez played well, Eddie Segura got the start, and both Ga...
Episode 207 - As Easy As ABC: Acosta, Bale and Chicho!
August 07, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBLAFC takes the show on the road as the Black and Gold take on Real Salt Lake at Rio Tinto. Filly and Scarf cover everything that went down in Salt Lake and so much more here on Episode 207! As LAFC heads to the All-Star break, there was one more foe to vanquish before a little break, the cobalt-and-claret clad club from Salt Lake. On paper, it was a bit of a mismatch: No Damir Kreilach, no Bobby Wood, and no recently-acquired Danny Musovski, all out with injury. Recent acquisitions Bryan Ov...
Episode 206 - McCarthy Stands Tall Though America Bests LAFC on PK’s
August 05, 2022 02:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBSet at the beautiful Sofi Stadium, LAFC and Club America put on a spectacular exhibition in front of almost 72,000. Scoreless after regulation, and despite the standout performance from John McCarthy, America takes the win on penalties. The 3252 was electric, providing all the fireworks our boys needed, as Captain Eddie Segura led the way.
Episode 205 - As Juve Look On, LAFC Makes It 4 In a Row
July 30, 2022 09:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MBLAFC rolls back into Banc of California Stadium for the first time in three weeks, and waiting for them at the gates are the reigning CONCACAF champs, the Seattle Sounders. It’s Episode 205, where Filly and Scarf break down all the fun that was LAFC’s 4th straight win. With kickoff set for 8:15, the stars were aligned for some serious “MLS After Dark” action. The game’s ominous start definitely qualified, as just 15 minutes in, Cristian Roldan plays through three LAFC defenders before cros...
Episode 204 - The One Where Gareth Bale Scores
July 24, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBOn Episode 204, we find the Black and Gold in Kansas City, at potential World Cup venue Children’s Mercy Park, set to take on Sporting KC. It’s a battle of worst versus first, as the only thing hot in Sporting’s world is the climate, and this one would play out exactly according to plan. It was another slow start for LAFC, dodging an early bullet from Erik Thommy in the 15th minute. Sporting had a bit of a moment themselves, needing Logan Ndenbe to save one off the line to keep us scoreles...
Episode 203 - Bale, Chiellini Debut in Win at Nashville
July 18, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBCome one, come all, to Episode 203 of "The Most LAFC Podcast on Earth," Defenders of the Banc! On most nights, our first match in Nashville, and certainly our first meeting against Walker Zimmerman since we traded him to Nashville in 2020, would take center stage. But this was not most nights, LAFC faithful. Ever since the signings of Gareth Bale and Giorgio Chiellini, LAFC supporters wondered when and where they would their debut, and all signs pointed to Nashville. Sure enough, announced...
Episode 202 - As Bale Looks On, Carson Goes Down!
July 09, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBDerby Day is upon us once again, this time in the heart of Los Angeles. The Clasico Angelino comes to the Banc for the first time in 2022, and LAFC gets set to take on Carson. It’s Episode 202 of Defenders of the Banc, and Gareth Bale is in the building! Both sides started out a little tense, with the North End and the entire 22,000 at the Banc in rare form. This was definitely the loudest the Banc has been since at least 2019, if not ever. Just 17 minutes into the match, Kellyn Acosta sh...
Episode 201 - Turf Wins Again
July 03, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBAs we embark on the third century of episodes here at Defenders of the Banc, LAFC heads north of the border to take on Vancouver at BC Place, a stadium that has been more of a house of horrors for LAFC of late. Aren't Canadians supposed to be polite? This match would see LAFC start quite the interesting lineup. With Carson looming on the horizon, LAFC was... cautious. No Chiqui Palacios, Brian Rodriguez, or Carlos Vela, the latter two because of injury and the former because of the chance o...
Episode 200 - 200 Reasons to Celebrate
July 01, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBIt's Episode 200! 200 episodes of THE Most LAFC Podcast on Earth! 200 episodes of Filly, Scarf, and all the LAFC craziness you could ever want. 200. Wow. What a number. And it would mean nothing without YOU, the Millions... there to support us along the way. We're hoping Episode 200 fits like your favorite baseball glove or t-shirt: Comfy in all the right places but still giving you the consistency and support you need when it counts! Here on 200, we trounce Dallas, 3-1, to bring us to the...
Episode 199 - Gareth Bale Is Coming!!! Vela Re-Signs! (Oh, And We Beat The Red Bulls)
June 27, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBIt's Episode 199 and OMG GARETH BALE IS COMING TO LAFC!!! It's not a rumor, it's not a wish, it's not a hope... it's a reality. Gareth Bale, the Gareth Bale of the bicycle kick in the Champions League, the Gareth Bale of 5 Champions League titles, 4 Club World Cup titles, 3 UEFA Super League titles, and 3 La Liga titles, the Gareth Bale who almost singlehandedly willed Wales to the World Cup, is coming to LAFC. And not like Kylian Mbappe came to watch an LAFC. He's going to play for the Blac...
Episode 198 - Maxime and Frei Battle To A Draw
June 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBAfter a bit of a break, MLS, LAFC, and the Defenders are back at it, and boy does it feel good to be back. Sitting just 2 episodes away from 200, Filly and the Scarf recap all the goings-on in the Emerald City. It's Episode 198 of "The Most LAFC Podcast on Earth!", Defenders of the Banc. In what we hope will be a preview of the eventual Western Conference Final, LAFC travels to the Pacific Northwest to take on the Seattle Sounders, the recent CCL Champions and very familiar foe of the Blac...
Episode 197 - A Much Needed Win... A Much Needed Break
May 29, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBIt would be one thing to play 8 matches in 28 days. That, in itself, is tough. But LAFC made it much, much tougher. Injuries. Yellow card suspensions. New signings and rumors of more on the way. Good form and bad form mixed almost equally. And one soul-crushing loss. Put it all together, and what a year these last 28 days have been. LAFC closes out the run with a match against a familiar and beatable foe, the San Jose Earthquakes. Like the entire month, LAFC couldn’t make it easy. But they ...
Episode 196 - An Embarrassing Effort In Carson
May 26, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBThe night started with such promise. So many possibilities danced in the air: The ability to move to the final 8 of the U.S. Open Cup. The potential of playing a USL team in that round. The chance to dispatch our rival in another elimination match. And, most importantly, a second chance, a second bite at the cherry, as Max Bretos would say, to shake King Kong off our backs and finally, finally beat Carson in Carson. Nope. Nope to all of it. From the first whistle, LAFC played second fidd...
Episode 195 - Worth The Wait feat. Jonathan Reimer of S2S
May 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBThe Black and Gold train rolls through Columbus, Ohio on our way to 8 matches in the month of May. Some called it a trap game. Some were concerned about our injuries, or our lack of depth. Some lamented the impacted schedule. And some who were there to see it likely doubted it would even happen in the first place. But the path to greatness is often littered with tiny but important steps, and LAFC took many in Ohio on the way to three points and our 8th win of the season. The Black and Gold d...
Episode 194 - A Little Verde With Envy
May 19, 2022 10:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBThe gauntlet continues for LAFC, as match number 5 in May is a midweek affair against another solid Western Conference foe, Austin FC. What we hoped would be home-cooking turned out to be nothing more than a plate of stale broccoli, as LAFC falls to Austin, 2-1. The start of the match was more of what we have come to expect this season, as LAFC fell behind early. In the 13th minute, after a bad pass by wing back, that's right, wing back Kellyn Acosta led to a corner, Chiqui was unable to ...
Episode 193 - Rocky Mountain Low
May 15, 2022 21:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBFor the fourth time in 14 days, LAFC is set to play. (Don't worry, we will do this all over again in the next 14 days) Tired, injured, and traveling a mile high to Commerce City, LAFC looked the part in their 2-0 loss to the Rapids, and you'll hear all about it here on Episode 193 of Defenders of the Banc. It all fell apart in the first half-hour for LAFC, as Sebastian Ibeagha and Pancho Ginella were both whistled for fouls in the box. Colorado buried both the penalties, though not without ...
Episode 192 - Maxime-um Effort Chops Down Portland
May 11, 2022 08:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBThe 2022 US Open Cup roars on at Band of California Stadium, and for the third time, we take on the Portland Timbers. We beat them in 2018. They returned the favor in 2019. In 2022, it's the rubber match, and LAFC brought their axes to the Banc! On a beautiful Tuesday night, Steve Cherundolo rolled out a lineup worthy of most MLS contests. Gone were the ideas of going conservative, with 7 matches in May and three more in just 11 days. It was clear from the outset that LAFC was going for it ...
Episode 191 - LAFC Almost Rides Mamadou’s Bicycle to 3 Points
May 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBLAFC begin their biggest and longest test of the season, with 5 matches in just 15 days. The first of the five is a showdown with the best club in the East, the Philadelphia Union, the last team LAFC played pre-pandemic. Their last match was a 3-3 knockdown heavyweight draw. This one begs for a trilogy to settle it, as the two combatants play to another draw, this time 2-2. Despite controlling much of the run of play, LAFC would give up an early goal yet again. In the 9th minute, Daniel Ga...
Episode 191 - LAFC Almost Rides Mamadou’s Bicycle to 3 Points
May 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBLAFC begin their biggest and longest test of the season, with 5 matches in just 15 days. The first of the five is a showdown with the best club in the East, the Philadelphia Union, the last team LAFC played pre-pandemic. Their last match was a 3-3 knockdown heavyweight draw. This one begs for a trilogy to settle it, as the two combatants play to another draw, this time 2-2. Despite controlling much of the run of play, LAFC would give up an early goal yet again. In the 9th minute, Daniel Ga...
Episode 190 - Good Things Come to Those Who Sub In Late
May 02, 2022 08:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBWeek 9 of the MLS season is upon us, and a familiar face pays a visit to the Banc. Tyler Miller, no longer the starter, and his Minnesota United FC join us for Sunday services at the Cathedral of the Black and Gold. As the Loons would soon find out, good things come to those who sub in late! LAFC win an exciting affair, 2-0, behind two more goals from substitutes and staunch back line play. Looking to continue the weekend-long party that ACFC kicked off on Friday, LAFC forced several tough...
Episode 189 - LAFC TKO's FCC at TQL
April 25, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBIt's matchday in Cincinnati as LAFC takes on FCC in TQL Stadium. Just four days removed from Open Cup triumph over our former stepbrothers, OCSC, LAFC would take on their second straight USL oppon... err... the relative MLS newcomers in what many worried would be somewhat of a trap game. But this is not the LAFC of old! Though the trap was set, LAFC would come away with all three points behind more second-half dominance and defeat Cincy 2-1. It definitely didn't start out rosy in the Quee...
Episode 188 - Vela at the 6 Helps LAFC to 5!
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBFor the first time since 2019, the U.S. Open Cup is Back at the Banc! LAFC hosts their former USL affiliate, Orange County Soccer Club, in a 3rd Round Open Cup clash, and your boys Filly and Scarf are here to break down all the fun of the 5-1 win. Open Cup matches at the Banc are always a fun time. You can hang out in Figueroa Club, get to know USL clubs, and these matches are another great excuse to just be at the Banc. You also get to know your roster a little more deeply, as players who ...
Episode 186 - Penso Proves Too Much In Carson
April 10, 2022 07:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MBEpisode 186 - Penso Proves Too Much in Carson It’s Week 6 of LAFC’s season, and with that comes our first of two Clasico Angelinos, this one down in Carson. Carson, a house of horrors for LAFC, a place where we have never tasted 3 points in our 5-year history. And unfortunately, after this match, we will likely have to wait until 2023 to do so. LAFC falls at Carson, 2-1. They say it’s not how you start but how you finish, but for LAFC, an awful start did them in early. After a few missed ...
Episode 185 - Sanchez’s Strike Cuts Down Orlando.
April 03, 2022 23:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIt’s Episode 185, and Filly and the Scarf find themselves in beautiful downtown San Diego. LAFC travels to Orlando in search of three points, with many players coming back from their international duty. LAFC’s depth and resolve would be tested, and, despite Joao Moutinho’s best efforts, the Black and Gold would come away with three points in the House of the Mouse! Things did not start well for LAFC, as Orlando dominated the first 20+ minutes of the match. However, that star-studded front ...
Episode 184 - Hollingshead’s Brace Caps Vancouver.
March 26, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBMatchday number 4 in the 2022 MLS season is here, and it’s more of the same from Steve Cherundolo, Carlos Vela, and the best team in Major League Soccer, LAFC. It’s Episode 184, it’s Scarf’s birthday, and it’s time to take another moment to appreciate Mo. Though Filly and Scarf took a bit to get their schedules on the same page, and to both be in the same country, it’s all worth the wait as the boys discuss the 3-1 win over Vancouver leading into the international break. All Scarf wanted...
Episode 183 - LAFC Makes Miami Cry Unkel
March 13, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIt’s the third match of 2022 for LAFC, and our first away from the friendly confines of the Banc. LAFC travels near the city where the heat is on, down to Fort Lauderdale to take on Inter Miami CF. Welcome to Episode 183, where Filly and Scarf break down all the fun, and the weather, of our second win of the year. It was an ominous start on a few fronts for LAFC. The weather, and more specifically, the wind, was a major factor from the very start. The wind affected free kicks, long passe...
Episode 182 - A Point From Nothing.
March 08, 2022 08:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBMatch 2 of the Steve Cherundolo era is upon us, and a familiar yet unfriendly foe comes knock, knock, knocking on Black and Gold Heaven’s door, the Portland Timbers. The Pesky Pine Trees, as Filly likes to call them, have dominated LAFC as of late, with our last win against the Rose City coming in September of 2020. It was a star-studded affair at the Banc, with Owen Wilson, Weston McKennie, owner Will Farrell, B-Real, and even Head of Security Paul all in attendance. The 22,000 in attenda...
Episode 181 - El Rey Makes a Statement
February 27, 2022 10:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBSeason 5 is finally here, and LAFC looks to kick off the Steve Cherundolo era the exact same way they have started their first four seasons, with a win! The SG's have their tents set up on Christmas Tree Lane, the Defenders, Filly and Scarf, are ready to take notes and enjoy beverages, and a healthy Carlos Vela is in the lineup. Everything seems right for a huge LAFC win, and our boys did NOT disappoint! Before the match, there were all the feels. The Super Bowl trophy was in the building, ...
Episode 180 - New Kit. New Coach. New Players. Same Goal.
February 22, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBSeason 5 is almost upon us, and we here at Defenders Nation, preachers of the Black and Gold gospel, absolutely cannot wait! With our new vestments freshly unpacked, the "5 Years Strong" kit, we are indeed feeling stronger than ever. But while the kit may be new, and the coach may be new, and many of the players may be new, the goal remains the same: win the whole damn thing! Here on Episode 180, it's a solo Scarf endeavor, as Filly takes a short break from the pod to continue to kill it ...
Episode 179 - The Revolution Was Not Televised.
January 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBLAFC 2.0 is on and poppin’, and for the first time in our club’s history, the Black and Gold took the pitch without Bob Bradley. The Steve Cherundolo Era begins in earnest, and it’s against a familiar preseason foe, the New England Revolution. Forgoing much of the usual News and Notes of most Defenders episodes (to be covered in Episode 180!), Filly and the Scarf get right in to all the action in our first preseason match of Season 5! (Right after a little This Date In LAFC History, of cour...
Episode 179 - The Revolution Was Not Televised.
January 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBLAFC 2.0 is on and poppin’, and for the first time in our club’s history, the Black and Gold took the pitch without Bob Bradley. The Steve Cherundolo Era begins in earnest, and it’s against a familiar preseason foe, the New England Revolution. Forgoing much of the usual News and Notes of most Defenders episodes (to be covered in Episode 180!), Filly and the Scarf get right in to all the action in our first preseason match of Season 5! (Right after a little This Date In LAFC History, of cour...
Episode 178 - Weeeeeeee’re Baaaaaaaack! (Goodbye 2021)
December 27, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBFor the final time in 2021, the boys are at World Famous Filimonster Studios to record an episode of “The Most LAFC Podcast on Earth”, Defenders of the Banc! There is SO much news to discuss since our pasting at the hands of the Commerce City Rapids, and Filly and Scarf try to get to ALL of it! This offseason saw, without a doubt, the most significant player movement of any of our first four seasons. El Profe, Eduard Atuesta, is gone, and not to a club that many could have predicted. Eduar...
Episode 177 - Mile High Meltdown
November 08, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.5 MBWell, Defenders... it finally happened. After a full season of rising above and falling below the playoff line, injuries, poor performances and matches that re-ignited our hope, the nail was finally driven into the coffin of the 2021 season. Needing a win and some help on Decision Day, LAFC got neither. The Colorado Rapids take the Western Conference title and LAFC's playoff hopes in an emphatic 5-2 win a mile high in Commerce City, Colorado. LAFC fell behind early and often, as Jonathan L...
Episode 176 - Not Dead Yet!
November 04, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBFor the final time in the regular season in 2021, LAFC took the pitch at the Cathedral of the Black and Gold, Banc of California Stadium. In what was as close to a must-win match as we have played in a year, LAFC took on the white-hot Whitecaps with their playoff lives on the line, and… despite a 1-1 draw, LAFC is not dead yet. LAFC got off to a nightmarish start, allowing a goal at the 15’ mark off a pass from Brian White to Cristian Dajome. Instead of giving in and giving up, LAFC took c...
Episode 176 - Not Dead Yet!
November 04, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 67.4 MBFor the final time in the regular season in 2021, LAFC took the pitch at the Cathedral of the Black and Gold, Banc of California Stadium. In what was as close to a must-win match as we have played in a year, LAFC took on the white-hot Whitecaps with their playoff lives on the line, and… despite a 1-1 draw, LAFC is not dead yet. LAFC got off to a nightmarish start, allowing a goal at the 15’ mark off a pass from Brian White to Cristian Dajome. Instead of giving in and giving up, LAFC took c...
Episode 175 - Soundly Beating Seattle To Extend The Season
October 27, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBEpisode 175 - Soundly Beating Seattle To Extend the Season LAFC, for the moment, is above the playoff line! Yes, it may just be for a night, but LAFC, riding a 5-game unbeaten streak, is finally back above the line. The Black and Gold put a beatdown on the West’s #1 and our biggest nemesis, the Seattle Sounders, taking all three points and scoring three huge goals. It’s a great Tuesday at the Banc, and you can hear all about it on Episode 175 of Defenders of the Banc! Brian Rodriguez, yes,...