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Soccer in the City Podcast

45 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratings

Tom Kolker, Glenn Crooks, Roberto Abramowitz and John Rojas discuss the
latest on NYCFC, the MLS and more.
 

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Episodes

Soccer in the City: Cushing's debut

June 22, 2022 17:53 - 1 hour - 78.5 MB

The boys review the head coaching debut of Nick Cushing after a 1-1 draw with Colorado on Sunday. They also welcome in RBNY play by play commentator Matt Harmon to dissect the Red Bulls ahead of Wednesday’s US Open Cup quarterfinal match at Red Bull Arena.

Soccer in the City: Ronny Deila's NYCFC exit

June 13, 2022 23:43 - 1 hour - 60.2 MB

New York City FC announced Monday that coach Ronny Deila is leaving the team to head overseas, taking over Belgian side Standard Liege. On the latest Soccer in the City, Glenn, Roberto and John discuss the move, including assistant Nick Cushing's ascension to interim coach, and you'll hear from Deila, Cushing, and NYCFC Sporting Director David Lee.

Soccer in the City: Unbeatable Blue

May 24, 2022 16:40 - 1 hour - 82.2 MB

This week the crew breaks down New York City FC’s seven-match unbeaten run, which includes a club record five consecutive shutouts and Heber's best game since tearing his ACL. Also, why was Sean Johnson omitted from Gregg Berhalter’s USMNT roster in the June window?

Soccer in the City: Blue Wave

May 20, 2022 15:59 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

New York City FC is unbeaten in its last five matches, including a 2-0 win Wednesday at DC United - the first road win of the year for City. Glenn Crooks, Roberto Abramowitz, and John Rojas discuss NYCFC's recent run and review the commentary of Anton Tinnerholm on the New York City FC Network - where he gave a timetable on his return from injury and talked about his future with the club.

Soocer in the City: City Streakin'

April 28, 2022 17:15 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

NYCFC has 11 goals over their two-match winning streak, and look to keep it up Sunday at Yankee Stadium against a San Jose squad coming off a startling comeback win over Seattle. Glenn, Roberto, and John discuss that, as well as Seattle's run to the CONCACAF Champions League semis, on the latest Soccer in the City!  

Soccer in the City: Taty sets a record

April 21, 2022 15:01 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

New York City FC's resounding 6-0 triumph over Real Salt Lake snapped a five-game winless streak. On the latest Soccer in the City, Glenn Crooks, Roberto Abramowitz, and John Rojas discuss the highlights of the match - including Valentin “Taty” Castellanos scoring a club record four goals - and have an update on injured starters. Plus, hear from midfielder Keaton Parks.

Soccer in the City: Second leg preview

April 12, 2022 16:49 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB

NYCFC commentators Glenn Crooks, Roberto Abramowitz and Ariel Judas review City’s 3-1 defeat at Seattle in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals and preview the second leg coming up Wednesday night at Red Bull Arena.

Soccer in the City: We're back!

April 05, 2022 14:32 - 1 hour - 59.3 MB

New York City FC radio commentators Glenn Crooks, Roberto Abramowitz and Ariel Judas have a lively discussion about their trips to Guatemala, Toronto and next Seattle for the CONCACAF Champions League semifinals.

Soccer in the City: Champions!

December 15, 2021 16:18 - 1 hour - 101 MB

The group reacts to NYCFC bringing home the franchise's first ever MLS title, and the team's celebration at City Hall!

Soccer in the City: Eastern Conference Semis Preview

November 30, 2021 20:09 - 1 hour - 72.5 MB

In the latest episode of Soccer in the City, the guys preview Tuesday night’s game in Foxboro, where New York City FC plays the New England Revolution in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. They also review NYCFC’s 2-0 victory over Atlanta United at Yankee Stadium for their second series win in seven tries.

Soccer in the City: Getting playoff ready

November 19, 2021 19:36 - 1 hour - 86.7 MB

In the latest episode, the group discusses the state of NYCFC as it goes into the playoffs to face Atlanta United, facing a huge dilemma about lineups due to injuries (Keaton Parks, Ismael Tajouri-Schradi, Nicolás Acevedo and Alexander Callens) and suspension (Gedion Zelalem). They also talk about the USMNT and mostly their victory over Mexico and their position a top the CONCACAF pecking order.

Soccer in the City: Playoff Preview

November 09, 2021 17:58 - 1 hour - 69.4 MB

The MLS playoff schedules were released on Monday, and the gang looks at every matchup, particularly Atlanta United at New York City FC on November 21 at Yankee Stadium. They also look back at Decision Day and the first Golden Boot winner for NYCFC. Also, it's USA-Mexico this week in the World Cup qualifiers, and it's all covered right here!

Soccer in the City: Sitting down with NYCFC CEO Brad Sims

November 02, 2021 16:03 - 1 hour - 95.3 MB

Soccer in the City is back with a bang, as the group chats with Brad Sims, the CEO of NYCFC, about all things related to the team, including the outlook for a stadium in the Bronx or Queens. The full 40-minute discussion with Sims can be heard right here!

Soccer in the City: Music City Miracle?

September 01, 2021 17:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

The boys preview NYCFC's big Friday match at Nashville SC, which has not lost a home match this season. Also, a look back to an impressive win against New England, and discussion of what it's going to take the rest of the way for NYCFC to seriously contend for the MLS Cup. 

Soccer in the City: Pumas, Fire, and The Six

August 14, 2021 19:01 - 1 hour - 56 MB

The boys preview the Leagues Cup match against Pumas at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday night and take a look back at the two road draws against Chicago Fire and Toronto FC. 

Soccer in the City: Two-Platoon

August 03, 2021 15:38 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

New York City continues to create big chances and is now finally converting them during a 3-match win streak. James Sands and Sean Johnson are back from the Gold Cup Championship, and nearing full health, NYCFC is nearly two-platoon, which bodes well for a run at the MLS Cup.

Soccer in the City: Thiago's Debut

June 30, 2021 14:07 - 1 hour - 59.8 MB

No argument, it was the most thrilling finish in the history of New York City FC - so take a detailed look, with the actual commentary, of Thiago Andrade's game-winner in stoppage time against DC United on the latest Soccer in the City! Also, the boys survey MLS, including Toronto, where Jose Altidore is still not training with the team and their head coach is on the hot seat. And, one of the hosts says there are many teams in MLS that he would not pay to watch - the list is included!

Soccer in the City: Thiago Time

June 22, 2021 13:36 - 1 hour - 61.1 MB

Soccer in the City returns with the boys breaking down NYCFC's loss to New England, the upcoming match versus Atlanta, and the electric debut of Thiago. Also, discussion of the boys' favorites at the EUROS and Copa America, and a review of the social commentary in response to Lin-Manual Miranda's In The Heights and Latino culture in Major League Soccer. 

Soccer in the City: CONCACAF Champs

June 08, 2021 22:41 - 1 hour - 55.2 MB

The boys break down the good, the bad and the ugly from the U.S. Men's National Team's win over Mexico in the Concacaf Nations League final. 

Soccer in the City: We Were on a (International) Break!

June 01, 2021 14:12 - 1 hour - 76.3 MB

New York City FC goes into the international break with an inspiring 2-1 win at LAFC - scoring the game winner down a man. How will coach Ronny Deila manage his roster with transfers gaining eligibility and the return of injured players before their June 19 return against first place New England? Also, an update on the progress of the USMNT as they prepare for Nations League.

Soccer in the City: Crew cuts

May 25, 2021 14:12 - 1 hour - 64.8 MB

Despite a good performance, New York City FC conceded two late free kick goals and lost to defending MLS Cup champion Columbus Crew SC. The boys suggest the different ways this result could have fallen in favor of City, who now have what could be their most difficult road test of the season at LAFC before the international break. 

Soccer in the City: Heads Up!

May 19, 2021 15:42 - 1 hour - 68.2 MB

Alex Bono's punt off the back of Jesus Medina's head and into the goal did not count, but was that the correct call? The consensus is two fold - the referee made a mistake and New York City FC's reaction was a distraction that led to Toronto FC's equalizer. The boys also take a close look at Saturday's matchup at Red Bull Arena, where City take on the defending MLS Cup Champion Columbus Crew - who have scored only three goals in five matches, two of them own goals. 

Soccer in the City: O-Town Bump

May 11, 2021 13:17 - 1 hour - 66.6 MB

NYCFC's tie at Orlando City has them atop the East heading into Saturday's home match with Toronto FC - so the boys break down the coaching in the Orlando match and look ahead to Chris Armas and TFC's visit to Yankee Stadium. Also, Chicharito, El Trafico, Nations League, and a bit on rebranding.

Soccer in the City: The CONCACAF Effect

May 04, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

NYCFC won at Philadelphia over the weekend but was the home team distracted by Concacaf Champions League? Was it really a true test of this year's City side? The boys debate the merits of this win and look at some of the key individual matchups for Saturday's match at Orlando, plus a hearty discussion on CCL and the challenges for the MLS teams in Mexico.

Soccer in the City: Lineup Shuffles

April 27, 2021 13:50 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Roberto Abramowitz has breaking news regarding Taty Castellanos, who scored in the 5-0 win over FC Cincinnati. Plus, the boys take a closer look at the result and place wagers as to whether Alfredo Morales and Malte Amundsen are in the starting XI at Philadelphia on Saturday, and John Rojas suggests that a new signing at Toronto FC could make life difficult for their Eastern Conference foes.

Soccer in the City: Super League, not-so-super City

April 20, 2021 15:14 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

What was more disappointing - the result against DC United or the way NYCFC? We take a deep dive into individual player performances, the team performance and the tactics that may have influenced the match. Plus, a look ahead to the home opener against FC Cincinnati, and reaction to the Super League.

Soccer in the City: 2021 Kickoff Show

April 13, 2021 13:48 - 1 hour - 74.4 MB

The gang previews Saturday's opener on Saturday at DC United while evaluating the preseason results...and there's little consensus on how things will go in Ronny Deila's second season. Plus, projecting the starting XI, rule changes, and the rise in homegrown signings and minutes!

Soccer in the City: 2021 Schedule

March 30, 2021 12:20 - 1 hour - 72.7 MB

The crew takes a look at the MLS schedule, and NYCFC supporters reacting to their team playing eight games at Red Bull Arena. Also, potential NYCFC transfers and the two left backs who were recently signed, and a look at the U.S. Men's National Team's Olympics issues and new system of play.

Soccer in the City: City in Flux

February 19, 2021 14:48 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

The gang has some news about Ronald Matarrita's replacement, plus the future of Maxi Moralez. Also, MLS has delayed its kick off on April 17 but NYCFC is still not certain where they will play home games.

Soccer in the City: Breakdown and Lockout

February 01, 2021 14:12 - 1 hour - 64.9 MB

The crew breaks down the USMNT's 7-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago - an important look at the roster for Gregg Berhalter - and discusses the possible lockout facing MLS this week.

Soccer in the City: 2021 Reset

January 21, 2021 16:20 - 1 hour - 58.9 MB

On the first episode of Soccer in the City in 2021, the boys discuss Sean Johnson's injury at USMNT camp, the state of MLS/MLSPA negotiations, and the new managers in MLS. Also, DeMarcus Beasley's "coin story" with now-President Joe Biden!

Soccer in the City: Ring Shopping

December 24, 2020 16:05 - 1 hour - 69.7 MB

On a special XMas Eve Soccer in the City, the crew discusses the trade of NYCFC captain Alex Ring and the reported "shopping around" of Ronald Matarrita, as well as LAFC's loss in the CONCACAF Champions League Final  Plus, reaction to Atlanta United's new head coach, and a look at the searches in LA and DC!

Soccer in the City: CONCACAF and 'Snowmageddon'

December 16, 2020 22:37 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

The crew shares their thoughts on CONCACAF Champions League and more on the eve of a huge snowstorm in NYC!

Soccer in the City: The State of MLS

December 09, 2020 21:20 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB

The boys take a close look at the MLS Cup playoffs and identify some talking points from MLS Commissioner Don Garber's annual "State of the League" address. Also, a look at the dual nationals on the latest USMNT Camp roster!

Soccer in the City: Movin' On

December 01, 2020 14:50 - 1 hour - 86.1 MB

On the latest Soccer in the City, the gang gives opinions on who stays and who goes for NYCFC in 2021, reviews the USMNT camp roster, and pays tribute to Diego Maradona.

Soccer in the City: End of the Line for 2020

November 24, 2020 19:10 - 1 hour - 76.9 MB

The boys take a detailed look at every aspect New York City's loss to Orlando City in the MLS Cup Playoffs, along with a look at some of the other wild playoff finishes. Also, a look at an intern's sexual assault accusations, as portrayed by Pablo Maurer in The Atlantic.

Soccer in the City: USA & NYC

November 17, 2020 14:37 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB

The crew dissects the US Men's National Team after their 6-2 win over Panama, previews NYCFC's MLS Cup Playoff match with Orlando City, and makes predictions for the MLS Cup Playoffs starting Friday!

Soccer in the City: Playoff Bound

November 10, 2020 14:57 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

New York City FC closed the regular season with a 4-3 win at Chicago, and will start the playoffs at Orlando City on November 21. On the latest Soccer in the City, the gang discusses how missing Alexander Callens, who is with Peru for World Cup qualifying, will affect NYCFC, plus ex-NYCFC boss Dome Torrents dismissal from Flamengo in Brazil and much more.

Soccer in the City: Taty's Trick a Treat

November 03, 2020 15:27 - 1 hour - 68.8 MB

On the latest Soccer in the City podcast, the boys discuss Taty Castellanos' big night in the Hudson River Derby, how Taty and Maxi Moralez may hold the key to City’s playoff hopes, the CONCACAF Champions League resumption and more!

Soccer in the City: On the Third Rail

October 27, 2020 14:11 - 1 hour - 71.4 MB

Andy Drelick, the President of the Third Rail Supporters Group, joins the show with the inside story of the Supporters Shield saga, some Stadium news, and details on the effort to increase their membership. Plus, a review of the win over Montreal and previews of NYC FC's two matches this week.

Soccer in the City: 11 and 6 or 4?

October 20, 2020 14:10 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MB

Apologies to Chicago for the mashup of their song title, but in the latest Soccer in the City episode, the crew discusses whether a Top 4 finish is still possible or whether Top 6 should be the focus for NYCFC, as well as Taty Castellanos' suspension and more.

Soccer in the City: Depth Charged

October 13, 2020 13:59 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

A 2-1 loss to New England on Sunday night exposed New York City FC's major depth problem after Heber's season-ending torn ACL and the transfer of Alexandru Mitrita hurt City in a 2-1 loss to New England. In the latest Soccer in the City, the crew discusses the difficulty of finding the right transfers before Oct. 29, how it will affect the MLS Cup run, and more!

Soccer in the City: Welcome Home

October 06, 2020 13:26 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

On the latest Soccer in the City, the crew breaks down a difficult 3-2 road win at Inter Miami CF, previews Wednesday's match against DC United - NYCFC's first home match at Yankee Stadium after winning four of five at Red Bull Arena, looks at the situation of Alexandru Mitrita, and much more! 

Soccer in the City: Measuring Mitrita

September 29, 2020 13:56 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

On the latest edition of Soccer in the City, the crew compares and contrasts NYCFC's two results last week, digs in to the Alexandru Mitrita experiment, discusses Alexander Callens' suspension, and much more!

Soccer in the City: The Return

September 22, 2020 13:53 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

The Soccer in the City Podcast is BACK on WFAN.com! Roberto Abramowitz, Glenn Crooks, Tom Kolker, and John Rojas are back with a look at where MLS stands in 2020, and a preview of Wednesday's NYCFC visit to Toronto FC.