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.
Sonny days are here again! Travis, Darren, and Vince are here to break down everything you need to know about this weekend’s cross-country match up against New England, what LAFC needs to do to get a better playoff seed, and we finally figure out why Darren doesn’t visit home more. Plus, we talk to Deech from Tigers Supporters Group about what it’s like in Korea Town since Son’s arrival and how new fans can get involved in the club. And hey, the podcast went viral in Asia! Live show in Seoul???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.
YES, WE ARE BACK. Not because of a 2-2 draw with Chicago, but because the prodigal Son Heung-min has come home (which also, is not Chicago). Darren and Vince analyze the highs and lows of the match, and look ahead to what looks like a very Sonny future. Can we make a beeline to The Cup? Should Son be our Captain post haste? Will we get a 3rd DP? Good art asks more questions than it answers.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.
Son Heung-min is Black and Gold! Darren, Vince, and Travis break down the BLOCKBUSTER signing of the greatest Asian footballer of all time, and debate whether or not he’s the biggest signing in club history. Then, we discuss what, if anything we can take away from League Cup. And we finally do a mid-season check in on our season predictions (spoiler alert: Giroud is not the Golden Boot). What a week to be an LAFC fan. 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.
Heung-Min Son has arrived and so has David Martinez, as LAFC FINALLY takes down Mexican giants Tigres (with the second string). We go full sports radio in a shouting match with Geoff Tock, we stumble through pronouncing Choinére, and we even decide is Son makes LAFC officially the hottest team in MLS once again. 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.
Travis, Darren and Vince react to one of the weirdest LAFC matches ever, their second Leagues Cup Match, and a win(ish) on PKs thanks to Hasal coming up huge in net, after two red cards were handed out over thee course of the match by one of the worst referees to ever step on the pitch at BMO. 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.
If you wanna hear people talk about that game for 45 minutes, and I don’t know why you would, then this podcast is for you.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.
It’s Leagues Cup time and we’ve got a surprisingly thick ‘sode! Darren, Vince, and Travis break down everything you need to know about our upcoming matches against Liga MX giants Tigres, Pachuca, and the other one! We break down the confusing new format, make our bracket predictions, and spend a surprisingly large amount of time talking about how good RomComs are! Also did you guys notice the tournament has no Phase Two? Just a Phase One! Well thought out as always, MLS!Join the 2025 Happy Foot Sad Foot Leagues Cup Bracket Challenge: https://bracketchallenge.leaguescup.com/my-leagues/?join=z6ZkyaJoin 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, Vince, and Darren's friend who we thought could be a new fan of LAFC and MLS but instead wasted his time completely, react to a thoroughly underwhelming LAFC performance, minus an ABSOLUTELY THRILLING bicycle kick MISS from 34th string center back Kevin (or Kenneth) Nielsen. Portland clears one of the lowest bars we've set all season. Thicc 'sode, Thin Team.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.