Mecca of Banter artwork

Mecca of Banter

111 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratings

Talking soccer with a bit of Banter! Join the conversation with the lads as we break down the latest happenings in the top leagues/tournaments around the world, with a focus on the English Premier League. From transfer rumors to match predictions, player analysis to tactical breakdowns, the banter is flying while we provide in-depth analysis and expert commentary on all the major leagues and tournaments. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just a casual spectator, you won't want to miss the lively debates and expert insights on this must-listen soccer podcast! Ryan Butchart: Liverpool; Nick Hoeflinger: Chelsea; Andy Hoover: Tottenham; Conner Sendobry: Manchester United; Lucas Winkelmann: Arsenal; Henry Wynd: Manchester United; 

Soccer Sports News Sports News soccer podcast soccer talk soccer news soccer scores soccer standings mls premier league uefa champions league fifa bundesliga
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed

Episodes

It's Not Coming Home!!!

July 16, 2024 11:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode of the Mecca of Banter, the hosts discuss recent events in the world of football, including the Euros, transfer rumors, and the firing of a manager. They analyze the performance of St. Louis City in their recent matches and highlight individual players who stood out. The hosts express their concerns about the team's lack of depth and the need for new signings. They also discuss the playing time of certain players and the potential departure o...

Berhalter Ball(less)

July 09, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. The Banter is back! The Mecca lads dive into the latest soccer action, covering both local and international matches. STL City’s impressive 2-0 victory over San Jose. We discuss the impact of the new manager, the renewed team spirit, and the entertaining match despite San Jose’s struggles. Next, we dissect STL City’s 4-1 loss to Colorado. The frustration is palpable as we eagerly await July 18th. We analyze the team’s depth, tactics, and the leggy performance—questi...

Bradley Carnell Sacked!!!

July 02, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, Henry Wynd and Andy Hoover discuss Bradley Carnell's exit from St. Louis City and the current state of international football. They share their thoughts on the firing of Carnell, the performance of the team, and the need for a new manager. They also talk about recent signings and the potential for improvement in the upcoming games. The conversation transitions to the Euro 2024 tournament, with a focus on Spain's impress...

Will We Ever Win Again?!?!?

June 25, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, the hosts discuss the recent performances of St. Louis City in the MLS. They analyze the team's loss to Colorado and draw against Atlanta, highlighting the defensive issues and lack of goal-scoring opportunities. The hosts also praise the performances of Jay Reed and Michael Wentzel from the City 2 team, who impressed in their first-team appearances. They express frustration with the refereeing decisions and di...

St. Louis City: Help Is On The Way????

June 18, 2024 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, Henry Wynd and Andy Hoover discuss the recent performance of St. Louis City in the MLS. They talk about the injuries to key players and the impact it has had on the team. They also discuss the upcoming transfers and the potential positive impact they could have. The hosts express their frustration with the team's lack of results and the need for adjustments in tactics and gameplay. They also touch on the fan base's grow...

#CarnellMaybe???

June 11, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Is there really anyone better to have on this podcast than Michael Sinnott? You may be more familiar with his twitter account: @ChatCityTactics (Tactics w/ Michael) —he provides the best STL City SC Analysis on the app In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, the hosts discuss the disappointing performances of St. Louis City and the United States men's national team. They also touch on the lack of creativity and goal-scoring ability in the St. Louis City team....

South Beach Shoot Out!!!

June 04, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. The Mecca of Banter podcast features a discussion about the recent soccer games, player performances, and tactical analysis. The hosts express their opinions on the games and players, highlighting areas of improvement and frustration. The conversation also includes a sponsored segment and a critique of a sports commentator. The conversation covers a detailed analysis of a soccer game, focusing on player performance, tactical decisions, and team strategies. It also de...

Prem End of Season Awards!!!

May 29, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary The Mecca of Banter podcast features a lively discussion among the hosts about the end of the Premier League season, the St. Louis City game, and Manchester United's FA Cup victory. The conversation covers topics such as team performance, player analysis, and the significance of the game. The hosts express their opinions on the season, the manager, and the future of the club. The conversation covers the aftermath of a significant win, the impact of social me...

Man City 4-peat!!!!!

May 21, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. The boys discuss recent soccer games, including St. Louis City's matches against LAFC and Cincinnati. They express frustration with the team's lack of attacking threat and questionable substitutions. They also reflect on the final day of the Premier League season, noting the lack of drama and Manchester City's dominance. Despite the rivalry, they acknowledge City's impressive performance and the high quality of their football. The conversation covers various topics i...

All Smoke, No Flames

May 14, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. The lads are back and most are in good spirits. With St. Louis City cruising to a 3-1 victory over the Chicago Fire. The boys are thrilled with the consistency up front. The Premier League season is winding down and the title race is heating up. Arsenal, City, Spurs and Chelsea pick up 3 points and set themself up for the final day. United continue to drop points and banking on their FA Cup final. Champions league final is set and we have a story book scenario with J...

6 Points at the Bridge!!!

May 07, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 54.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, the hosts discuss the recent matches in the Premier League. They start by reviewing the St. Louis City vs. Houston Dynamo game, which ended in a 0-0 draw. They express their frustration with the team's lack of goals and the need for more points. The conversation then shifts to the Chelsea vs. Tottenham match, which Chelsea won 2-0. They praise Chelsea's performance and highlight the goals scored by Chalobah and Palmer. ...

North London Drama

April 30, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 50.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. The lads from the Mecca dive into a spicy episode talking some Premier League chaos including Liverpool’s new manager “Arnie”, the North London Derby barn burner, Chelsea’s continued hit or miss consistency, and Manchester United being solely reliant on ratatouille himself Bruno Fernandes. The lads also discuss the upcoming Champions League semifinal showdowns, and lastly, will Jude Bellingham win the prestigious Ballon D’Or if they claim Champions League glory? Lets...

Draw at the Furniture Mart!!!

April 23, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. In this installment of the Mecca of Banter, the hosts discuss various football matches, including the St. Louis City game, Arsenal's bounce back, and the controversial Nottingham Forest vs. Everton match. They also analyze Manchester United's performance in the FA Cup and highlight the lack of mentality and consistency among the players. Despite the criticism, they express excitement for United's spot in the final and emphasize the importance of depth and strategic t...

Brazilian Bliss!!!

April 16, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, the hosts discuss various topics including the recent games in the Premier League and the victory of St. Louis City. T The conversation then shifts to the performance of Chelsea FC, particularly highlighting the impressive display of Cole Palmer. They discuss the lineup, the goals scored, and the penalty controversy. Overall, they express optimism about the team's performance and potential for the future. In th...

Titans of the Title Race!!!!

April 09, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Use promo code "MECCA20" at Manscaped.com for 20% off and free shipping!  In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, the hosts discuss St. Louis City's draw against FC Dallas, the Premier League title race, and Tottenham's recent matches. They express frustration with St. Louis City's lack of goal-scoring and question the tactics and lineup choices of coach Carnell. They also highlight the impressive performance of goalkeeper Roman Burkey. In the Premier League...

Definition of Insanity!!!

April 02, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 52 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary The hosts discuss the disappointing performance of St. Louis City in their match against Real Salt Lake, highlighting the lack of creativity and chances created. They also express concerns about the team's roster construction and the need for a playmaking number 10. The conversation then shifts to Chelsea's draw against Burnley, with a focus on the controversial penalty call. The hosts debate the job security of Tottenham manager Nuno Espirito Santo and disc...

2 Strikers, 1 Problem!!!

March 26, 2024 11:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss St. Louis City's performance against DC United and express concerns about the team's tactics. They also look ahead to the upcoming game against Real Salt Lake. In the second part of the episode, they review the US Men's National Team's games against Jamaica and Mexico, highlighting the disappointing performance against Jamaica. The conversation covers the USA vs. Jamaica game, Gregg Berhalter's decision-making, the assessme...

A MAD Finish: United Drop Liverpool!!!!!!

March 19, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode of the Mecca of Banter podcast, the hosts discuss the recent matches of St. Louis City, the Premier League, and the Champions League. They analyze St. Louis City's draw against LA Galaxy and highlight the standout performances of certain players. They also review the Premier League matches, including Tottenham's loss to Fulham. Finally, they celebrate Arsenal's victory in the Champions League and discuss the impact it has on the team's mental...

Pep Vs Klopp: The Finale

March 12, 2024 02:00 - 1 hour - 49.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. Happy Lads on this episode as everyone walks away with points after the weekend. The conversation covers controversial refereeing decisions, Arsenal's performance, Tottenham's win against Aston Villa, Liverpool vs. Manchester City, and Chelsea's win against Newcastle. The main takeaways include the inconsistency of refereeing decisions, the impact of key players on team performance, and the tight title race in the Premier League. The conversation covers various topic...

Let Celio Dance!!!!!

March 04, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. St. Louis City SC is SO back. THEY'RE SO BACK. After what was a disappointing defeat in Houston midweek that saw them out of the CONCACAF Champions Cup, STLSC bounced back with their most convincing victory yet; a 2-0 rout over NYCFC. Performances from the entire team earned applause from the home supporters and even saw two of our own, Celio Pompeu + Joakim Nilsson into the MLS Team of the Week! BTW, will Totland get a USMNT call up in the next two seasons? We sound...

POST MATCH REACTION!!!! STL CITY SC V HOUSTON 0-1

February 29, 2024 02:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary The hosts discuss their frustrations with St. Louis City's recent performance and lack of identity. They analyze the lineup, style of play, and player performances. They express concerns about the coaching direction and lack of tactical clarity. The conversation highlights the critical nature of St. Louis fans and the potential fallout if the team does not improve. The conversation revolves around the disappointing performance of the St. Louis City goalkeepe...

Billion Dollar Bottle Job

February 27, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss Manchester United's loss to Fulham, Bruno Fernandes' performance, Arsenal's victory over Newcastle, and Liverpool's Carabao Cup win against Chelsea. Liverpool's victory in the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea showcased their strong performance and the impact of key players like Virgil van Dijk and Wataru Endo. The success of Liverpool's academy system and the legacy of manager Jurgen Klopp were also highlighted. The age an...

POST MATCH REACTION!!!! St. Louis City SC v Real Salt Lake 1-1 Tie!!

February 25, 2024 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Use Promo Code MECCA20 for 20% off and Free Shipping at Manscaped!  Summary The hosts recap the game and the fan experience. They analyze the lineup and discuss defensive performances. They highlight individual mistakes and question the team's formation and style of play. The hosts express concerns about the team's dependence on one player and the lack of fluidity in their attacks. They discuss potential lineup changes and emphasize the importance of taking the upc...

POST MATCH REACTION | STL City v Houston Dynamo

February 21, 2024 16:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Use promo code MECCA20 for 20% + free shipping at Manscaped! Summary In this episode, the Dobes and Hen provide a match reaction to St. Louis City's first CONCACAF Champions League game. They discuss their overall feelings about the game and highlight some concerns about the back line's performance. They also mention positive performances from players like Totland, Durkin, and Kijima. The hosts express their dissatisfaction with the front two's lack of cohesion and...

Is Haaland Boring???

February 20, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code MECCA20 at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Summary In this episode, the boys discuss the weekend's Premier League matches and the performances of Liverpool, Arsenal, Tottenham, Manchester City, and Chelsea. They analyze Liverpool's form and their chances in the title race. They also talk about Arsenal's recent success and the importance of spreading goals across the team. The hosts discuss Tottenham's loss to ...

St. Louis City SC 2024 Season Preview

February 17, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 67.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the upcoming St. Louis City season and review the new kit release. They reflect on the success of the 2023 season and set higher expectations for the upcoming season. They also discuss the players who left the club and the new signings, including wingbacks Nicholas Dyer and Thomas Tautland, holding midfielder Chris Durkin, and Japanese midfielder Kojima. The conversation covers concerns about the transfer window, team expect...

Everybody Wins!

February 13, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 65 MB

Send us a Text Message. The lads are back! And everybody wins! The Mecca boys take a look at the STL City preseason in Coachella valley. Some takeaways around the squad, as well as some concerns with the tactics. Liverpool dominant over Burnley, Spurs leave it late against Brighton, but Sonny is back in a big way. Arsenal rout West Ham on Declan Rice’s return to London Stadium. United win at Villa Park, and it had to be McTomminay. Chelsea take down Palace with a Conner Gallagher masterclas...

Don't Kill The Joy

February 06, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. The boys are BACK with 2 more game weeks to chat through, and what a crazy bunch of games! We see Chelsea continue to struggle in back to back defeats + fans are begging to hear the answer to the question: “How much longer does Poch have ?!” From one team in despair to another team that may have seen the title race slip away, Liverpool drops massive points against the mighty Arsenal in a game that could truly be looked at as the game that lost the title. Manchester U...

Klopp Overrated?

February 02, 2024 19:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. The Lads are back and in person, so you know the banter is at an all time high! Back in the studio and talking about Klopp and Xavi's departures at the end of the year. Is Klopp going somewhere else? Marcus Rashford was in the headlines for not showing up to training and the united boys have a lot to say. FA Cup ties are in full swing as we recap some of the fixtures. Ending with one of our favorite... Blind Rankings. Is Haaland a superstar? Lets Banter! Support the...

Mecca Moments: Jurgen Says Goodbye

January 27, 2024 16:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Some shocking news hit the world of footy by surprise as Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp announces he is leaving the club at the end of the season.  Butch and DoBes give their thoughts on his achievements, his legacy, and talk through who is next in line to take over! Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ http://bit.ly/2Y57DtH 🎧 LISTEN: Apple Podcasts ▶ http://apple.co/390KxKE Spotify ▶ http://spoti.fi/3bQ5cmx Google Podcasts ▶ http://bit.ly/3qK7YhI Amazon...

In Lutz We Trust

January 23, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. St. Louis City continues to make moves in the offseason and the lads are here to talk about it. The MLS transfer window is something we are learning but are fully behind Lutz and some of his decisions. What formation will we be playing next year with some of these moves? With AFCON and Asian Cup, the premier league recap this week is light. Arsenal and Liverpool cruise to 3 points. The boys preview the EFL Cup semi final second legs, as Chelsea needs a comeback for a...

He's Back: The Return of KDB!!!

January 16, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. Alright, we'll say it.... Manchester City is running away with the league thanks to Kevin de Bruyne being back in the side. 20 minutes is all it took for him to score and assist in a 3-2 victory over Newcastle at the weekend. The lads dive in just how dominant this City side is in comparison to the rest of the league, Dobes and Hen square off with Hoover with the United v Tottenham game having finished 2-2  and we answer the tough question: "Is Erik ten Hag on the ho...

Arteta Out?

January 09, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. The lads from the Mecca discuss some tasty FA cup games. Chelsea continues to win games, Liverpool overcomes the Gooners, Spurs are Ange-balling with fifth string defenders, and United overcame Wigan even with Jonny Evans. The chaps give their mid season awards for the Prem and discuss potential January signings they could see happening for their respective clubs. Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ http://bit.ly/2Y57DtH 🎧 LISTEN: Apple Podcasts ▶ htt...

New Year, Same Bad Predictions

January 03, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MB

Send us a Text Message. New Year, same bad predictions. The lads are back! After the holiday fixtures ended, it was time to get some banter out. The boys review the laser few fixtures for each of their clubs. Some good, some bad, some ugly. We also look back at our pre-season predictions, and some are BRUTAL to say the least. Tap in!  Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ http://bit.ly/2Y57DtH 🎧 LISTEN: Apple Podcasts ▶ http://apple.co/390KxKE Spotify ▶ http://spoti.fi/3bQ5cmx...

MLS Leaves Open Cup?

December 19, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. The lads are back! MLS decides to pull from the US Open Cup, and we had plenty to say about that decision. Garber Out? Spurs pull out 3 points away along with Chelsea at home. Arsenal bounce back while City drop points yet again. Liverpool vs United didn’t bring out the fireworks, but plenty of big takeaways. We review the champions league group stage and finish with a fun game of Start, Bench, Sell. Lets Banter! Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ htt...

Villa at the Double

December 12, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MB

Send us a Text Message. Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ http://bit.ly/2Y57DtH 🎧 LISTEN: Apple Podcasts ▶ http://apple.co/390KxKE Spotify ▶ http://spoti.fi/3bQ5cmx Google Podcasts ▶ http://bit.ly/3qK7YhI Amazon Music ▶ https://amzn.to/3o4pZFL Pandora ▶ https://bit.ly/3m4MWJr Buzzsprout ▶ http://bit.ly/3sBdSmT Stitcher ▶ http://bit.ly/3nXLCqS iHeartRadio ▶ http://ihr.fm/3iOnAxC TuneIn ▶ http://bit.ly/3qy5SRO Overcast ▶ http://bit.ly/3bT1icP Pocket Casts ▶ http://bit.ly/35Ra...

Night Out Fantasy FC

December 05, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MB

Send us a Text Message. The chaps from the Mecca talk about the Premier League recap amid a whirlwind of tasty fixtures from this past weekend. Bangers were scored, controversies were talked about, and points were won in dramatic fashion. Lastly, the Mecca lads discuss the TOP 5 footballers that they would go out with for a night on the town.  Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ http://bit.ly/2Y57DtH 🎧 LISTEN: Apple Podcasts ▶ http://apple.co/390KxKE Spotify ▶ http://spoti.f...

Best Bicycle Kick Ever?

November 28, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. Viva Garnacho! Coming off the goal of the season, the Mecca boys are back to talk about the weekend Premier League fixtures and the incredible bicycle kick from United's Alejandro Garnacho. United were able to cruise to a 3-0 victory after the wonder strike in the 3rd minute. Spurs and Chelsea drop points once again. Arsenal move to top of the table after a late winner from Kai Havertz. Liverpool and City trade blows and finish level at 1-1. The lads round it out by ...

St. Louis City: Season Review

November 21, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. The boys from the Mecca break down the full season review for THE STL City SC. There were so many moments of triumph, followed by some of disappointment. The chaps talk about: CITY Park stadium experiences, favorite matches, favorite goals, the MVP of the team, biggest surprise of the team, biggest regression of the team, and the transfer wishlist to strengthen the squad.  Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW VIDEOS 🟥 ▶ http://bit.ly/2Y57DtH 🎧 LISTEN: Apple Podca...

Barclays Battle at the Bridge

November 14, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MB

Send us a Text Message. WHAT A WEEKEND OF PREMIER LEAGUE FOOTY! The Mecca lads are back with some banter and injury complaints! Spurs going to spur, as they drop points to Wolves in a late thriller. The Gunners put on a dominate 3-1 performance against Burnley. Is Saliba a top 3 CB? United continue to grind out wins and not score with their front 3. Liverpool cruise 3-0 over Brentford. Is Mohamed Salah the greatest Premier League winger of all time? Chelsea and City clash in the game of the...

Sad City, VAR's Sh...

November 07, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. St. Louis City's season has come to an end, after a 2-1 lose to Sporting KC in the opening round of the MLS Playoffs. The lads are back to talk about another shocking performance. Did we peak at the wrong time? What changes are coming in the offseason?  While the MLS season may be over for City fans, the premier league is heating up! Another weekend of VAR having crazy impacts on majority of the fixtures! Arsenal walk away with 0 points at St. James' Park! Was the b...

St. Louis City: Disaterclass

October 31, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. Can you win on a rainy night at City Park?  For KC, the answer was yes. The Mecca Lads kick this one off with a recap of St. Louis City's embarrassing 4-1 loss in first playoff game. What went wrong? Can we still advance?  The Premier League continues to not disappoint. Tottenham Hotspurs sit the top of the table for another week. Hoover continues his push for Heung-mi Son, Player of the Year campaign! Manchester stays blue after a 3-0 final in the Derby. Has United...

The Streets Won't Forget

October 24, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MB

Send us a Text Message. The Mecca lads are back and not thrilled with St. Louis City's performance against Seattle Sounders.  An interesting lineup and strategy in preparation for our first playoff appearance end in a 2-0 lose at home. The premier league is back from international break with a bang; A wet sloppy draw in the London Derby, a Harry Maguire MOTM performance, and an unfamiliar club at the top of the table. The guys end it with a trip down memory, as they select a legend from the...

Sleepless in St. Louis

October 17, 2023 11:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. With the MLS playoffs in the horizon, the Mecca lads talk about St. Louis City and their upcoming game against Seattle. Hopefully we will be seeing the dawgs in preparation for our first playoff run! It is International break in the Premier League, which means the UMNT was in action. The boys recap the 3-1 loss to Germany and the upcoming Ghana match. How bad did we miss Tyler Adams? Mr Sendobry gets to rant about his favorite owners the Glazers and make sure to stay...

Zencastr Ruins Everything!!!

October 10, 2023 11:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

Send us a Text Message. Real talk, what's worse: The Zencastr platform or VAR? We genuinely couldn't tell you. What was an absolutely massive episode for you all was unfortunately cut short because of Zencastr, which makes it about the 3rd time this season alone that they've done that to us.  BUT ALAS: The lads are back to discuss the massive Arsenal v City game that happened over the weekend. Before we get cut off, Hoover also gets to share his thoughts on Spurs' win over Luton.  Join us...

Gateway to the Playoffs!!!

October 03, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Send us a Text Message. Are we the best team in the world or are we the best team in the world? We said early on that we wanted Madrid, but I guess we'll settle for clinging 1st seed in the conference. An absolute SHOWING from #stlcitysc this weekend against Sporting KC where we blasted 4 goals past them, including 2 from our main man up top Klauss. I know we literally just said it, but WE'RE THE BEST TEAM IN THE WORLD (LEAGUE).  Mannnn do the boys have a lot to banter about this episode! ...

City Clinches!!

September 26, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

Send us a Text Message. St. Louis City are going to the playoffs!!! Well, we've known that for awhile, but it's official now! The City Boiz came off of a convincing 3 points from Minnesota and a gutsy, play-off like tie against LAFC! We predict what our ceiling is heading into the playoffs and chat through our preferred lineup.  Don't forget we had the North London Derby happen over the weekend, which we're wondering one question... Who did the celly better? Madders or Saka? No matter who ...

Ange Lasso

September 19, 2023 12:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MB

Send us a Text Message. The lads are back with some Premier League Banter! After international break United and Chelsea drop points! What is Ange doing to Tottenham Hotspurs and why are they fun to watch?  St. Louis City slander is starting to grow as the guys chat about the 2nd half of season so far after a 1-1 draw to Houston. Champions League is around the corned and we give the Mecca of Banter picks for who advance from each group. Let's Banter! Support the Show. 🟥 SUBSCRIBE FOR NEW V...

What is a hand ball?!?!

September 12, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MB

Send us a Text Message. It may only be 2 mecca lads this week but boy was there still banter! The boys recap the missed premier weekend and talk about international break. USMNT were in action over the weekend at City Park in St. Louis. Much like their performance, the attendance was sub par.  The MLS referring with another stinker as St. Louis City draw 2-2 at LA Galaxy. What is even a hand ball anymore? For the 10 min segment this week we discuss who should win the Ballon d'Or? Messi or H...

Kicking and Screaming!!!!

August 29, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MB

Send us a Text Message. Can we have one week where all of the Mecca gets three points?! Is that too much to ask for? Well, leave it to #Arsenal to ruin the party. Anyways, the boys are back covering the major weekend that was the Premier League and ya know what? Spurs may just be a wagon! Ange in!! Levy in!!!  United come from behind to take all three points after a disastrous first 5 minutes, arsenal get done in by 10 men Fulham and Darwin Nunez finally finds his shooting boots to bring L...