Happy Foot Sad Foot: An LAFC Podcast

ORDAZ IS BETTER THAN MESSI. A win is a win as LAFC move ahead thanks to a weird match against Austin in this Best of 3 series. Ilie turns heel, Hollingshead grows the stache, and Max Bretos stops by without audio for a period of time we probably cut off the video! One more and we are moving on. ITS ORDAZ SZN BABY!!!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Darren and Vince are here to break down everything you need to know about LAFC's best of 3 matchup against Austin FC. They talk Austin’s strengths against LAFC, Dolo’s last playoffs and they finally find out EXACTLY what happened with Yaw Yeboah. Then they make their playoff bracket picks and make some perfectly legal sports bets. ITS THE PLAYOFFS BABY!!!0:00 - Intro9:31 - Skip The BanterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travis, Vince, and Darren break down LAFC's disappointing draw against Colorado on Decision Day, which came with plenty of chaos, silver linings, and hopes and fears for the team as they head into the playoffs. We discuss the playoff seeding, upcoming matches against Austin, potential second-round clashes, and the impact of international breaks, and of course, this 1-1 BARN BURNER at 5,000 feet in the air: we critique tactical decisions, and take some of the BEST FAN CALLS WE'VE EVER HAD!00:00 Introduction and Banter|00:51 Match Recap and Playoff Scenarios02:05 Playoff Matchups and Team Analysis04:02 Provisional Spot and Playoff Predictions08:57 Fan Interactions and Super Chats17:32 Happy Foot, Sad Foot Segment22:06 Callers42:38 LAFC and Playoff Hopes43:13 Super Chats45:19 Debate on Coaching and Team Performance46:06 Caller Discussions and Opinions49:29 Reflections on the Game and Future Prospects51:58 Fan Interactions and Closing ThoughtsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

IT ALL COMES DOWN TO THIS! MLS Season Pass host Jillian Sakovits joins Travis, Darren, and Vince to break down everything you need to know about Decision Day 2025 and what exactly it means for LAFC. We cover every single scenario for LAFC, explain exactly how we can qualify for CONCACAF Champions Cup THIS WEEKEND, and we spend way too long doing a free ad read! Plus we chat about our struggles at Colorado and exactly who we wanna face in the playoffs. Big weekend and THICC ‘SODE.And don’t forget we will be LIVE for a watch-along this Saturday at 5:30pm PST. Watch the game with us over at YouTube.com/@happyfootsadfoot0:00 - Intro 12:49 - Skip The BanterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boring game? Surprisingly fun postgame! Travis and Darren break down the devastating loss to Austin, the death of LAFC’s first place dream, and who exactly (if anyone) is to blame. We chat Tillman’s defense, Illie’s new club, and how worried should we be. Plus, multiple callers from Austin! More fun than you think it’ll be! Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bouanga WHO?! LAFC have won 6 straight and they didn’t even need their superstars to do it. Travis, Darren, and Vince break down Ebobisse’s renaissance, Frankie Amaya’s first LAFC Goal, and David Martinez’s struggles. They talk the rise of Nkosi Tafari, our chances at Champions Cup, and why Austin’s match is the most important of the season. WE ARE SOOOO BACK. Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The most important week of the season will be played without our superstars and Travis Darren and Vince break it all down. We talk the Tata Martino “signing”, our Champions Cup chances, and we chat with Steph and Mike from Swoontower Soccer about Austin FC’s surprisingly good season and who has the best fashion on LAFC. And they even surprise us with some games. Toronto and Austin and Martino, OH MY!0:00 - Intro8:57 - Skip The Banter12:22 - Storylines / The International Window25:19 - Tata Martinez Rumors37:32 - Can Toronto and Austin Ruin Everything?43:23 - Austin/LAFC Preview w/ Special Guests Moontower Soccer1:18:00 - Bet It And Forget ItJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atlanta made us work for us but LAFC keeps the winning streak alive! Darren and Travis break down a frustrating victory (but still a victory!) as Bouanga wins it late, keeping 1st place in the west within reach! We talk Golden Boot race, midfield frustration, and Tottenham jerseys. Plus we break down the question on everyone’s mind: what’s your favorite fountain?Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC is in the race for Supporters Shield! Denis Bouanga is in the race for Golden Boot. And Darren is in the race for Most Optimistic Boy Award! Can LAFC keep the win streak going against Atlanta this Sunday or is it a trap game? Plus we break down our quarterly review of the season and as always make some bets. ONLY FOUR GAMES LEFT!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LAFC Dominates St. Louis, Extends Win Streak! Join Darren, Vince, and Travis DEEP UNDERCOVER in... Seattle??? for a breakdown of LAFC's impressive 3-0 victory over St. Louis, marking their first four-game winning streak of the season. Special appearances from Travis on location at Lumen Field and callers from around the world, including Japan???? We've got our Happy Foots and Sad Foots from the match, key moments, and of course the tactical brilliance behind Son Heung-min and Denis Bouanga's impactful performances. Dive deep into what this win means for LAFC's playoff hopes and enjoy some live fan reactions.Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are we the best team in Major League Soccer? Are we the best club in the world? Travis, Darren, and Vince are here to answer those important questions, preview our match against St Louis CITY, and discuss just what’s a realistic goal for the season. We chat International Window blues, Denis Bouanga Golden Boot chase and even make some bets. Plus the return of fan favorite MLS PLAYER OR POKEMON.0:00 - Intro6:09 - End of banterJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three Hat Tricks in three games?! A Hat Trick of Tricks! Darren, Vince, and Travis break down everything you need to know about that massive 4-1 victory against RSL on Carlos Vela Night. Bouanga leads the Golden Boot Race and becomes the first player to ever score 20 goals in 3 consecutive seasons. Son scores his first goal at home and officially has 6 goals in 6 games. And we even got fireworks in the background of the stream. It’s official folks… WE ARE BACK!!!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ARE WE BACK? Instant fan reaction from Travis, Darren, and Vince after LAFC’s HISTORIC 4-1 victory over Real Salt Lake. We talk Sonny’s first MLS hat trick, Bouanga becoming LAFC’s all time leading scorer, and finally decide who our number one listener is! A cat shows up, the nips come out, and a celebrity stops by the chat. WE ARE SO BACK BABY!Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playing RSL twice a week should be considered torture! Vince finally tells his story of meeting Son Heung-Min last week, we break down our realistic chances, and relive some of the best Carlos Vela moments before Carlos Vela night. Is LAFC’s formation going to change? Is Carlos going to show up to his own party? We talk about it all!Want to skip the banter (including the story about meeting Son Heung-min)? Go to 17:14Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denis Bouanga hat tricks LAFC to a victory in a weirdly frustrating 4-2 victory over San Jose. Son scores in the first minute, sells out the stadium, and Denis Bouanga ties Carlos Vela for the all time LAFC scoring record. A history night for LAFC and Travis, Darren, and Vince break it down with INSTANT reactions and chaos.Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Only one month left in the regular season and EVERY MATCH is a must win. Travis, Darren, and Vince are here for a FULL PREVIEW of LAFC v San Jose. We talk injury concerns, play a deeply embarrassing game about all of our new signings, and finally have a long detailed conversation about jelly fish. Want to see Travis have a panic attack on camera? This one is for you! WHAT DID BRUCE ARENA DO?Want to skip straight to the soccer talk? Banter ends at 7:15Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Night of High Hopes and Deep Frustration. Travis, Darren, and Vince recap LAFC's dramatic 2-1 loss to San Diego FC at BMO Stadium. They discuss the exhilarating atmosphere, the brand-new fans Son Heung-min has brought in, and the team's persistent struggles to finish chances. Despite dominating parts of the game and leading in expected goals (xG), LAFC fell short against the conference top-placed San Diego FC.00:00 Introduction and Hosts00:16 Match Recap: Frustration Against San Diego FC02:44 Vince Joins: Vibes from the Stadium04:05 Game Analysis: Missed Opportunities and Roster Issues11:09 Son's Debut: Tactical Insights14:44 Jeff's Rant: Dolo Out Debate22:32 Optimism and Frustration: Looking Ahead34:30 Community Shoutouts and Game Atmosphere36:17 Explaining the 3252 Supporter Section37:09 Late Night Vibes and Super Chats39:00 San Diego's Performance and LAFC's Struggles42:40 Caller Insights and Future Optimism 48:36 Wrapping Up and Final ThoughtsJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Son Heung-min makes his LAFC home debut in what might just be the biggest game of the regular season, against top of the West San Diego FC. Travis, Darren, and Vince are back from hiatus to break down everything you need to know about this massive home game, the outgoing legend Maxime Chanot, the incoming legends Alexandru Băluță and Andy Moran, and of course we talk about the incredibly peaceful fans for San Diego. PLUS we giveaway some tickets for this weeks match! Thicc Sode!0:00 - Intro6:38 - End of Banter / Storylines37:40 - Stay Classy, San Diego52:57 - Bet It And Forget It57:19 - Ticket Giveaway Winner Announcement / 250th Episode CellyJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thicc Sode! Darren, Vince, and Travis are here to break down everything you need to know this weeks match in a city we can never win in, the the closing of the transfer window, and we chat all about how we were humiliated by AI dubbing our own voices! Then, we give away some tickets to Son’s debut home match and give new fans a primer to catch this up on everything that has happened with this club this season. All My Exes Live In Texas: (Ibeagha)! Our banter is extra thicc this time cause we re-introduce ourselves to our new subscribers! Skip it if you want:0:00 Intro20:12 End of Banter, Storylines33:36 Gateway Drug: New Fan Guide01:24:57 Bet It And Forget ItJoin our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Darren, Travis, and Vince break down Son’s first full game with LAFC, including his first assist, Choinière's first goal, and Geoff decides exactly who Sonny should marry. Plus we chat about our midfield struggles, Rev’s fantastic defense, and give a warm welcome to all of our new Asian viewers. Are we back???Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch and more at HappyFootSadFootPod.comYouTube: @happyfootsadfoot Twitter: @HaFoSaFoInstagram: @happyfootsadfootTikTok: @happyfootsadfoot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.