Moontower Soccer is an Austin FC podcast hosted by Landon Cotham and Jeremiah Bentley, who started podcasting about the team long before they ever even signed a player. They do their homework and keep the hot takes to a minimum. Each episode will bring you news, interviews, and analysis of Austin's Major League Soccer team.
Get to Know the Leagues Cup Opponents, Inverted in CO, Duber on Loan, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah learn more about Austin FC's Leagues Cup opponents from Mexico, and discuss what went wrong against the Colorado Rapids. Other questions and topics include: - The beautiful beaches of Lubbock - Does Landon hate it as much as Mike? - Why we aren't playing a "Curtin" system - Why it looked like that in Colorado - Davy Arnaud is sticking to the plan - Dubersarsky sent out on loan - Alastuey signed to the first team - Get to know our Leagues Cup opponents - Club Tijuana and Puebla - F ree Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
SWOONTOWER SOCCER: Plagued With Fire Alarms & Colorado Rapids Opponent Spotlight
More like Oof-ston amirite? Road trippin’ Fit Checks Match Moods No Celly Ratings This Week 😭 Social Standouts We take a look, this week, at league-wide highlights as well! And of course, the Man of Steph's Jersey! Support the show
Jayden Nelson's Sub Snub, Seattle/Houston Recaps, Will We Ever Win On The Road?
This week, Jeremiah and Mike review Austin FC's first games back from the break, and discuss what to expect from Colorado next week. Other questions and topics include: - Austin FC Academy Alleged Sexual Abuse Report ( The Guardian ) - Ervin Torres' Big Night - Double Inverted Tactics? - Rumor Roundup: Dubersarsky, Djordjevic, Emi Martinez (the 6, not the GK) - New Sponsor: Grit & Gyle Brewing Co. - F ree Parking at Amplify Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
SWOONTOWER SOCCER: Most Offensive Big Shorts Of The Week Ranking & Houston Dynamo Opponent Spotlight
WE'RE BACK FOR REAL! We've got a lot to talk about! Matchscot Interview with Ditto! Fit Checks! (Steph sends a random person this link live during recording!) Facu https://www.instagram.com/p/DbJvFkFDrm7/ Christian https://www.instagram.com/p/DbJUIpNlbqH/?img_index=3 Davy in stone https://www.instagram.com/p/DbJsISiFRz4/?e=a78afd2a-5063-47e4-a54e-6040c0855568&g=5 Match Moods Goal Cellys Social Media Standouts Ainsleycreative's carousel making flip book art And as always, stick around for Steph's Man of Her Jersey! (audition with Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project !) Support the show
This week we're joined by Noah Riffe from Lobbing Scorchers to talk Seattle Sounders! As we face the Sounders this weekend, we discuss their current form, including: An Historic Home Loss? An Injury Crisis? An Albert Rusnak Brigade? And so much more! If you like this, let him know on social media, because they're all addicted, and don't forget to call in to their show after the match! Support the show
Austin FC is Back, Season Expectations, Seattle and Houston Previews, and more
This week, Landon and Mike preview Austin FC's first games back from the break, and discuss what to expect for the rest of the season. Other questions and topics include: - Open training session - What we learned - Injury report (yes, already) - What to expect for the year - Better or worse than in May? - Seattle Sounders preview - How will Davy set up the team? - Houston Dynamo preview - F ree Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
CORRECT MOOSE NOW
This week on Correct Moose Now, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Steph and Mike Crugnola to play an Austin FC anagram game. Other questions and topics include: - The Crugnolas' thoughts on the following - the new purple kit - the Dani Pereira trade - Płacheta's Swoontower score - Correct Moose Now: A Magma Range - F ree Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
Farewell Dani Pereira, Willie Leaks Jersey, Placheta Official, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the Dani Pereira trade, the Placheta signing, and the third kit leak. Other questions and topics include: - Saying goodbye to Dani Pereira - Dani's legacy in Austin - Why this move makes sense - Who is making these decisions? - Przemysław Płacheta officially verde - Where does Placheta fit? - Willie Nelson and politicians leak 3rd kit - F ree Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
The Case Against Curtin, Trevor's Name Game, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah play Turbo Trevor's Name Game, and play devil's advocate to the Jim Curtin hype. Other questions and topics include: - Ways to help Venezuela - World Central Kitchen - Doctors Without Borders - Reasons Curtin might not work - Did we curb your Curtin enthusiasm? - Placheta to be announced soon? - Austin FC II continues streak - Uzuni is back in Austin - Turbo Trevor's Name Game - The longest name - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
Who Fits Curtin's System?, Pereira Reports, Attack by Volume, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss what Curtin's system looks like on the field and which Austin FC players are most and least suited to it. Other questions and topics include: - Austin FC buys out Robert Taylor - Dani Pereira trade rumors - Would it be better if he left? - Uzuni still in Europe? - Terry Boss replaces Nico Bosch - Curtin's Three R's - What the numbers say about Curtin - The 4-4-2 diamond explained - Which Austin players best fit the system - Which ones don't - Why this Austin FC II team is different - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
Analyzing the Curtin Presser, Listener Questions, Season Tickets, and more
This week, Landon is joined by Mike and Steph to break down Jim Curtin's introductory press conference and answer listener questions. Other questions and topics include: - Steph is the best director in Austin! - Nelson added to Canada roster! - Season ticket prices released - Vacation SZN for the boyz - How Jim Curtin wants to play - Curtin's Three R's - How Data Analytics can improve Austin FC - Listener Questions (1:09:55) - Gallagher on ATX Mt. Rushmore? - Alternate color options for Austin FC - Best former Austin DPs - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
Jim Curtin is Verde, Andy Loughnane Interview, Why Curtin is Worth the Wait, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss the huge news of Jim Curtin being hired as Austin FC's new head coach. They are also joined by Austin FC President, Andy Loughnane, to discuss the 2027 season, the stadium experience, and the Sporting Director search. Other questions and topics include: - Jim Curtin will be Austin FC's next coach!!!! - BUT... he doesn't start until 2027 - Should they hire a Sporting Director first? - Why Curtin is maybe worth the wait - Why Curtin may not play a pressing system - Interview w/ Austin FC President, Andy Loughnane - The process of hiring Curtin - What 2027 season tickets will look like - Loughnane responds to your stadium feedback - What to expect at the Austin FC World Cup parties - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
Future of Austin FC w/ David Gass, Listener Questions, Jersey Leak, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Soccerwise's David Gass to discuss Austin FC's search for a coach and CSO, and the future direction of club. Other questions and topics include: - Still a chance for Nelson with Canada? - Purple jersey incoming? - Coach/Sporting Director Search w/ David Gass - What are the odds of hiring our top choices? - How attractive is the Austin job? - How should Austin FC reinvent themselves? - How can Austin develop more youth? - Gass's soccer movie recs: Pelada , Goal! - Austin really the 30th most valuable team? - What is a half-volley exactly? - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
Potential Summer Upgrades, Uzuni to Turkey?, New Hire Timelines, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah discuss potential offseason moves and what flexibility the new Sporting Director may or may not have. Other questions and topics include: - Nico's goodbye message - How long will the coach/CSO search take? - Takeaways from the loss in St Louis - MLSPA Salary release (41:40) - Which players are easiest to move this summer? (52:01) - Is Uzuni to Turkey back on? - What position upgrade should be top priority? - Nelson is Austin's last hope for the World Cup - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
SWOONTOWER SOCCER: A Cartoon Villain
Episode Notes: We're back to discuss the SKC match, and basically nothing else happened this week right? Matchscot Interview (Luz) Fit Checks https://www.instagram.com/p/DYatpnHmjMw/?img_index=1 https://www.instagram.com/p/DYauSV0mfnA/?img_index=1 Match Moods Celly Rating Social Standouts And of course, the Man of Steph's Jersey! Support the show
Nico and Rodo Out w/ Adrian Healey, Replacement Options, St Louis City Preview, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Adrian Healey to discuss the firing of Nico Estevez and Rodolfo Borrell. Other questions and topics include: - Nico and Rodo are out! - Grading Rodo's performance - Who will replace him? - Why these games led us here - Potential coach options - How attractive is the Austin job? - Will Austin get a third kit this year? - St Louis Preview - Adrian and Coach Cowell's new podcast - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
SWOONTOWER SOCCER: Three Hot Strangers & Sporting Kansas City Opponent Spotlight
We're back to discuss the MNUFC and SDFC matches, and a preview of the Sporting Kansas City match with our friends Sheena and Chad from For The Glory KC , KC Eco Girl , and The KC Soccer Journal . We'll get to: Travel Photos Match Moods Celly Ratings Social Standouts And of course, the Man of Steph's Jersey! We also promised to include a link to the Kansas City Public Library that Steph freaked about on the show, so here it is: https://kclibrary.org/news/2024-04/here%E2%80%99s-story-behind-kansas-city-public-library%E2%80%99s-giant-community-bookshelf Support the show
SWOONTOWER SOCCER: San Diego FC Opponent Spotlight
Hello Friends! It's Steph and Mike with a Special Wednesday Drop coming at you fast and furious for this midweek match against San Diego FC! We're joined by FIFA ACCREDITED JOURNALIST Tony Sanchez from SanDiego.Futbol to talk about all things SDFC: The transition from Year 1 in MLS to Year 2 Injury woes in SD Right to Dream THE CHUCKY-LOZANO-NOVELA OF IT ALL and so much more! (Oh, yeah, and we talk about Anders Dreyer, too.) Thanks for tuning in, and we'll be back with a full episode and a preview of this weekend's Sporting KC match on Friday! Support the show
Draw in Minnesota, San Diego Preview, SKC Preview, and more
This week, Landon and Jeremiah recap Austin FC's draw in Minnesota, then preview the upcoming matches against San Diego and Sporting Kansas City. Other questions and topics include: - Could have won, not should have won - Time to question the medical staff? - Penalty drama - Lots to like in the 1st half - Why the game changed in the 2nd half - Sometimes you eat the bar... - Substitution predicament - Lack of urgency on MIN's 2nd goal - San Diego Preview - Sporting Kansas City Preview - Free Parking at Amplify - much more Moontower Soccer is brought to you by FVF Law Support the show
We're back again with another episode, reviewing our second in a row home win against St Louis CITY, and previewing our upcoming match against MNUFC with Dan from the Loony Bin Podcast ! As always, we cover: Fit Checks (including a contentious Father, Son, and Holy Spirit...) peep this post for all the 'fits in the order we talk about them! Match Moods (spoilers: there's a lot of Biro-talk this week) Goal Celly Ratings (left wanting!) Social Media Standouts (a christian ramirez-a-thon) Then we get into the weekend with Dan from the Loony Bin! and of course, we round it out with the Man of Steph's Jersey! Support the show
