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Chromaniacs is the independent San Diego FC podcast the world has been waiting for! Join veteran broadcasters Craig Elsten and Tony Sanchez, along with Chromatic FC substack author Alex Peña for a weekly look at what's happening with SDFC and MLS. Each podcast gives an overview of SDFC's most recent match, discussion topics surrounding the club, a look at supporter cuture for SDFC, and a preview of the next match. Recording on Thursdays.
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Down a goal, down a man, San Diego FC accomplished something few in the soccer world thought possible, beating Toluca 3-2 on Wednesday night at Snapdragon Stadium. While the road to advancing remains steep, SDFC's win playing 10-on-11 and then 9-on-11 stands as one of the best in franchise history, if not *the* best. On this episode, which aired live on Thursday, March 12, 2026, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña went through some of the heroes of the match: Durran FerreeManu DuahLuca BombinoAnders Dreyer...and so many more!Plus, how will Mikey Varas adjust his lineup against FC Dallas on Saturday night, and what is he willing to risk to keep legs fresh for the high altitude of La Bombanera next Wednesday? Then, we hear post-match sound from Mikey Varas, Antonio Mohamed, Anders Dreyer and Luca Bombino!
Craig Elsten, Alex Peña and SanDiego.Futbol's Abraham Zepeda got together live on YouTube Saturday night for the Chromaniacs Post-Match Show after a San Diego FC 1-0 victory away at Sporting KC. Durran Ferree started in net for the third straight match and delivered a third straight clean sheet, making two huge saves at the end of the match to seal the victory. Anders Dreyer scored for San Diego and SDFC kept the heat on the Kansas City net with multiple scoring chances. Now, with Toluca looming, how does the club reset for CONCACAF Champions Cup play on Wednesday?Tony Sanchez was away for this one but dropped in at the halfway point, and inadvertently ended our live broadcast, splitting the post-match show in two on YouTube! Here, we have spliced both halves together. But if you're wondering why we make so many jokes at the expense of "Tony the Torpedo" in the second half of the show, that's why!
ON THE SHOW TONIGHT:San Diego FC heads on the road for the first time this seasonFour matches in 11 days! How will Mikey Varas rotate his lineup, and when?Is Durran Ferree the full-time starter in net now, or does Sisniega get the next chance?Leagues Cup schedule is enticingAnders Dreyer second-fastest player in MLS history to 20-20TRAINING GROUND SOUND: Mikey Varas--Chris McVey--Amahl PellegrinoSDFC-Sporting KC Preview!
The Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez, Alex Peña) gathered Sunday night after SDFC's 2-0 win over St. Louis City SC for the Post Match Show! Things are going swimmingly for San Diego, with two wins in two tries to start the MLS campaign. On the show, we discuss: Duran Ferree getting the surprising start in net (and a second straight clean sheet!) The shutdown performance of Manu Duah at center backMarcus Ingvartsen showing SDFC fans the promise we heard about going back to last seasonAnders Dreyer (#10) becoming the tenth different SDFC player to score, on the tenth goal of the seasonYouth and depth powering SDFC into a place as one of the top clubs in all of MLS!
On this episode of the Chromaniacs, Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña discuss: Tyler Heaps contract extensionSDFC's keyword is continuityWe discuss, then you hear from, Heaps, Marcus Ingvartsen and Durran FerreeCould there be a starting GK competition very soon?Preview of Sunday's match against St. Louis
The Chromaniacs gathered LIVE on YouTube Saturday night after SDFC ran roughshod over CF Montreal 5-0 at Snapdragon Stadium. Everything is coming up chrome and azul right now, as the Chromados dominated the match from start to finish. Among the guys' discussion topics: The spectacular late debut of Zamblé, who scored four minutes into his careerMarcus Ingvartsen coming up strong with a goal and an assistAnders Dreyer finding the space for a pair of assistsDuran Ferree winning at age 19 in net for SDFCAmahl Pellegrino scoring and avoiding injury after a scary tackle that earned Montreal a red cardPost-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, Duran Ferree and midfielder Anibal Godoy!Make sure to subscribe to the Chromaniacs feed on YouTube to be notified every time the guys go live with post-match coverage of SDFC!
The Chromaniacs gathered on YouTube on Thursday, February 19 to look at the key discussion topics heading into the 2026 MLS campaign. SDFC gets things started at home on Saturday night against CF Montreal. SDFC about to add Zamblé, but who leaves the roster to make room?We're almost to Opening Night and Chucky is STILL here, what's next?Who are the young players on the roster we expect to take a big step up this season?What could be a roster surprise?Pundits weigh in across the country, over/unders on SDFC season point totalsSDFC must take advantage of a weaker schedule in the first halfTraining Ground Sound: Mikey Varas SDFC/CF Montreal preview!
The Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez & Alex Peña) got together live on YouTube to discuss SDFC advancing through the first round of the Concacaf Champions Cup, losing away to Pumas 0-1 but taking the two-leg tie 4-2. Among the items discussed:A remarkable shot-stopping performance in net from Pablo SisniegaA game for the veteran mids to take controlPumas had their chances early and didn't convertPellegrino hits the postSDFC had to play out-of-style and suffer in order to advance...and they did!
SDFC is back on the pitch and The Chromaniacs are back with another live postgame show! Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together in the witching hour on Tuesday to break down SDFC's 4-1 win over Pumas UNAM, grabbing secure control of the first-round series before it heads to Mexico next week. In the show...Pumas scores on a true golazoRelentless pressure from SDFCIs the cross a new weapon this year for Los Chromados?Mikey Varas post-match soundsVaras substitutions click, Mighten and Vazquez score off the benchManu Duah and Chris McVey impress on defenseVAMOS SDFC!
Special guest Cesar Hernandez from ESPN joins us for the entire show!We get Cesar's thoughts on the SDFC roster, and of course, the latest on the Chucky sagaWould SDFC ever give in and play Lozano?Complete SDFC-Pumas preview...should the Chromados be favored to win this round?
On this episode of The Chromaniacs...It's all quiet on the Western front as SDFC hunkers down and preps for Pumasfewer than 10 days left to resolve the Chucky situationCould SDFC afford to just pay Chucky to leave?Roster preview: forrwards, midfielders, defenders, goalkeepers!
On this week's episode of The Chromaniacs...NO va a jugar...Mikey Varas makes it plain that Chucky Lozano won't be with SDFC, but Chucky says he wants to stay? The drama continues...Mikey Varas gets an *undefined length* multi-year contract extensionAnders Dreyer gets his deal re-worked through 2029Training Ground Sound from Varas--Jeppe Tverskov--Dreyer--Lewis MorganNews on a new SDFC trialist, and scrimmage scheduleThe Community Kit was leaked and it is...something.
SDFC Sporting Director Tyler Heaps revealed on Friday morning that Chucky Lozano was no longer in the club's sporting plans. On Friday evening, the Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña) were joined by SanDiego.Futbol's Abraham Zepeda to break down what was said by Heaps and head coach Mikey Varas, and the implications going forward for SDFC. A must-listen show!
The Chromaniacs are back for season two! Join Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña throughout 2026 as they cover the latest news and offer the latest views on San Diego FC and MLS!On this week's show::Expectations for SDFC coming off the best inaugural year in MLS historyWhat does SDFC have left to do before the season begins?Why is Chucky Lozano not in the club's social media posts? Concern-o-meter!Luca lands in Charlotte, St. Claire moves to Miami, we look at MLS roster movesMore youth coming to San Diego's roster with Søe?
It's the last Chromaniacs of 2025 (unless something crazy happens)!Lewis Morgan trade, is he the answer at the 9 position?Kieran Sargeant trade, added depth to the back lineMLS Superdraft resultsSDFC opting out of Coachella ValleyEnd-of-year thoughts on SDFC's remarkable first season
Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together on Thursday, December 11 to record the latest episode of The Chromaniacs! On the show tonight...MLS season ends with Messi holding the Cup, and Vancouver bracing for possible relocationSDFC draws Pumas, a Liga MX top-four side, in the opening round of the Concacaf Champions Cup, the guys react to an early trip to Mexico CitySDFC announces a number of end-of-year roster moves, we go through them allSalah to SD? Don't count on it anytime soonWhat does the return of Amahl Pellegrino mean for Chucky Lozano next season?Who's Alex Peña's #1 dream free agent signing?
On the first post-season episode of The Chromaniacs...Alex's thoughts on the Western Conference FinalA dream foundation to a franchise startExit interview sound: Mikey Varas--Tyler Heaps--Chucky Lozano--Anders DreyerHow much will SDFC lean on Right to Dream?Who's more likely to be sought out by other leagues, Chucky or Dreyer?Onni Valakari is sticking around for three more years
Craig Elsten was joined by Tony Sanchez live at Snapdragon Stadium shortly after the Vancouver Whitecaps advanced past SDFC 3-1 in the MLS Western Conference Final. The young San Diego defense conceded twice early, and a third goal before half all-but-sealed their fate. Chucky Lozano's second-half goal gave a sellout crowd hope and also gave fuel to media questions about his future with the team. Hear post-match comments from SDFC head coach Mikey Varas, Lozano and captain Jeppe Tverskov. It wasn't the ending SDFC fans wanted, but it ended a first season that went far beyond expectation. The guys talk about it all with the rawness of happening right after the match.
Happy Thanksgiving from The Chromaniacs! Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez and Alex Peña got together on Turkey Day Eve to talk all things SDFC heading into the Western Conference Final against Vancouver!Dreaming on the finish of this dream playoff runThe pitch has been replaced at Snapdragon Stadium!Training Ground Sound: Mikey Varas, Corey Baird, Manu Duah, Amahl PellegrinoComplete SDFC-Vancouver preview! How do we win this match?
The Chromaniacs (Craig Elsten, Tony Sanchez, Alex Peña) gathered together for a live podcast late on Monday, November 24, 2025, reacting to San Diego FC's 1-0 win over Minnesota United FC, advancing the Azul y Chrome to the MLS Western Conference Final against Vancouver. Anders Dreyer scored the only goal of the match on a beautiful backheel assist from Corey Baird, while the young SDFC defensive line came through time and again, highlighted by Ian Pilcher's critical clearance off the line early in the second half. Pablo Sisniega was strong in net with a massive save in the 61st minute. Hear the guys' reaction to the match, plus post-match sound from head coach Mikey Varas, captain Jeppe Tverskov (who had a lot to say about poor pitch conditions), Anders Dreyer, Ian Pilcher and Pablo Sisniega!
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