LAFC Podcasts

LAFC pierde ante Vancouver la semana pasada y ahora se define todo el Viernes 8 de Noviembre en el BMO Stadium a las 7:30 de la noche. STEVE CHERUNDOLO Siempre hemos tenido lapsos mentales que nos lleva a cometer errores y perder partidos. AARON LONG No fue un gran trabajo de nuestra parte, nos metimos en un agujero y no pudimos salir de el. LEWIS O'BRIEN El juego fue muy decepcionante y simplemente no estuvimos a la altura.

Voice of LAFC Max Bretos and former Black & Gold defender Steve Beitashour look back at Game 2 of LAFC's Round One playoff series vs. the Whitecaps in Vancouver and the intensity needed to succeed in the post-season. What's the best formation for LAFC to get a result in Game 3 and will it get the front three firing? It's do-or-die on Friday night and again on Saturday for six Eastern Conference teams - will MLS Cup Madness bring more playoff chaos?! MLS Season Pass Analyst Maurice "Mo" Edu joins Max for the second half of the show to deep dive the LAFC-Vancouver Round One tug-of-war and look ahead to Friday's all-or-nothing series finale. Can the Black & Gold's big-game pedigree seem them through to the next round? What tactical wrinkles can LAFC sew into the game to gain the advantage? Mo gives his expert take and thoughts on how it'll all turn out under the lights at BMO Stadium on Friday night.

Now the MLS Playoffs really begin! Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react as a chance to close-out the Whitecaps slips away from LAFC in Game 2. What is the biggest concern for LAFC in Friday's do or die match at BMO Stadium? We will have a new MLS Cup Champ after the Crew are swept out of the Playoffs by NYRB. Plus, can Atlanta United pull off the biggest upset in MLS Cup Playoffs history and knockout Inter Miami?

Voice of LAFC Max Bretos and co-pilot Steve Beitashour get right into the business of dissecting Game 1 between the Black & Gold and the Whitecaps last Sunday at BMO Stadium before looking ahead to the second leg in Vancouver, which is scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 3 at 5:45 p.m. PT. The gents also touch on the enviable depth of LAFC's roster, the return of Carlos Vela to the pitch and peek around the corner at what may be in store for LAFC should the team move on in the playoffs. Defender Sergi Palencia joins the second half of the show to share his secrets about how to execute the perfect tackle, his and the team's health entering the playoffs after a grueling back half of the season, and the importance of playoffs in MLS. Sergi gives his take on Game 1 of the Black & Gold's Round One playoff series against Vancouver and talks about his connections throughout the soccer community as well as his fondness for American sports - and LA's teams in particular.

LAFC gana el primer juego de la serie ante Vancouver 2 a 1 en el BMO Stadium y ahora el segundo será en el BC Place. Carlos Vela debutó en el juego y le encantó jugar. - Steve Cherundolo habla sobre la primera mitad en comparación con la segunda mitad y de la entrada de Carlos Vela con el equipo. - Aaron Long no le gusta este sistema de juego a ganar 2 de 3. - Dennis Bouanga quería jugar con Carlos. - Cristian Olivera se siente a gusto con su nuevo rol en el equipo.

The Game 1 objective was completed successfully by the Black & Gold; Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react. It's a playoff win for LAFC, but the attitude postgame shows the run has just begun. What is the key to Game 2 in Vancouver? Plus, a look around the rest of the MLS Cup Playoffs, including Miami's win over ATL and Galaxy's thrashing of the Rapids.

Que manera de terminar la temporada regular de la MLS...LAFC montado en una montaña rusa, logra el primer lugar de la Conferencia del Oeste! Steve Cherundolo: Tuvimos que platicar en el medio tiempo lo mal que estábamos. Hugo Lloris: No hay que celebrar todavía por que faltan mucho por hacer. Dennis Bouanga: Estoy feliz por mis 20 goles, pero es gracias al equipo. Marlon: No había metido gol en más de 7 años, pero creo firmemente que momentos como estos, hay que disfrutarlos.

Voice of LAFC Max Bretos and the best wingman in the game Steve Beitashour dive right into the deep end to wade through all the Decision Day madness that transpired over the weekend. The fellas then explain the playoff format and what the Black & Gold's route to a record-tying third straight MLS Cup could look like. The team has momentum, unrivaled depth and is getting healthy at the right time, which is a recipe for success. After running down LAFC's strengths, the guys deliver their Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoff predictions. MLS Defender of the Year nominee Aaron Long and his playoff 'stache join the second half of the show to talk about the euphoria of the Decision Day results, the state of the team, his tremendous defense this season, and if a return to the U.S. National Team could be in the cards.

Best in the West! Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz re-live a dramatic Decision Day finish at BMO Stadium. LAFC's depth is coming through in a big way, Dave and Mario discuss. The MLS Cup Playoff picture is set as LAFC has home field advantage throughout the Western Conference run. What playoff matchups are you looking forward to most besides LAFC? Plus, Messi strikes, AGAIN!

Voice of LAFC Max Bretos and the ever reliable Steve Beitashour are back to talk all things LAFC including the team's impressive win streak that has now reached five matches after the Black & Gold's dramatic 2-1 road win vs. Vancouver over the weekend. And LAFC couldn't have done it without a deep bench that supplied all three players who combined for the winning goal. The team is now in an advantageous position heading into Decision Day this Saturday when LAFC still has a not so outside shot of claiming the No. 1 seed in the West if it takes care of business vs. San Jose and gets a bit of help from Houston. David Martínez joins Max for the second half of the show to talk about his background and journey from Venezuela to LAFC as well as the increasing role he is filling as the Black & Gold finish the regular season strong and gear up for the Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs.

Victoria sufrida de LAFC en Vancouver, pero al fin, 3 puntos que mantienen la esperanza de conseguir el título de la Conferencia del Oeste. Steve Cherundolo habla de que tuvieron suerte de conseguir los 3 puntos y que para el último juego en casa, pondrá a su mejor cuadro. Ilie Sanchez también habló y le dio todo el crédito a sus compañeros por su gol y quiere ganar el último partido en casa.

Left it late but what a win for the Black & Gold! Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react to LAFC's win in Vancouver as the team stretched its win streak to five across all competitions. Tremendous effort from the youngsters Nathan Ordaz and David Martinez leading to massive goals for LAFC. Decision Day is upon us, and LAFC has much to play for in the season finale. Plus, a look at the MLS standings and the latest playoff seedings.

Voice of the Black & Gold Max Bretos and co-pilot extraordinaire Steve Beitashour begin by analyzing LAFC's current four-game winning streak. Aaron Long's GOLAZO vs. SKC leads into a discussion of his and the team's form as the playoffs loom and what home-field advantage means for the squad. The fellas then touch on the international break before previewing LAFC's penultimate regular season match vs. Vancouver and giving LAFC2 a shoutout for making the MLS NEXT Pro Playoffs. Later in the show, new LAFC defender Marlon joins Max to talk shop: his journey from Brazil, playing throughout Europe, and his first days with the Black & Gold.

LAFC consigue una contundente victoria ante Sporting KC goleandolos otra vez en menos de 2 semanas. Veremos los goles y las reacciones de este partido! Aaron Long dice que fue un clásico gol estilo Carlos Vela. David "Chamogol" Martinez dice que no se apura por jugar todos los partidos como titular. Steve Cherundolo habla del juego y también nos dice si veremos a Carlos Vela en accion!

LAFC taking care of business, T.C.B! LAFC Radio Voice Dave Denholm and LAFC Producer Mario Ruiz talk about the Black & Gold's four-match win streak as the final two regular season games approach. The talent is oozing out of David Martínez, Dave and Mario talk about the confidence in the 18-year-old from Venezuela. The nominees are in for the MLS Year-End Awards - which LAFC players are in the running? Plus, a look around MLS and the latest playoff picture.

Tres partidos jugados en una semana y 3 victorias! Despues de conseguir el titulo de la copa Lamar Hunt, LAFC se fue a Cincinatti el Sabado y el miercoles recibieron a ST Louis FC. Bouanga anoto dos goles y llego a 19 goles en el torneo y jugo su partido # 100 con la camiseta del LAFC. Habla David Martinez el CHAMOGOL de su gol vs Cincy. Omar Campos nos habla de la confianza que le dio el haber anotado en la final vs KC. Cherundolo dice tambien que su defensa esta IMPLACABLE.

Voice of the Black & Gold Max Bretos and the always sunny Steve Beitashour are back again to revel in LAFC's inaugural U.S. Open Cup championship win, as well as the team's impressive follow-up road victory at FC Cincinnati 72 hours later that punched LAFC's playoff ticket for the sixth time in seven seasons. The fellas also touch on David Martínez's latest goal, Denis Bouanga's chances at claiming a second Golden Boot, an MLS Team of the Matchday performance by Lewis O'Brien before finishing with their Audi 2024 MLS Cup Playoff predictions. Hero of the Open Cup Final, Omar Campos then joins the show to speak with Max and Katia Castorena from ESPN Deportes about his first season with LAFC, scoring the winning goal in the U.S. Open Cup Final, his family finally getting to visit him in his new home, and his journey from Liga MX to MLS.

What a week! Dave Denholm and Mario Ruiz react to LAFC's big championship win in the U.S. Open Cup and massive road win in Cincinnati. LAFC is a true winning organization, Dave and Mario explain why. Let David Martinez cook and sip his tea too! Plus, a look at the MLS Playoff picture as the postseason approaches.

LAFC Campeon de la Copa Abierta USA - Copa LAMAR HUNT por primera vez en su historia! Les tenemos los 3 goles y el momento de levantar el trofeo. Habla Omar Campos, autor del segundo gol y con la pierna derecha! Tambien habla Serge Palencia y mi monpirri Eddie Segura. Olivier Giroud se fue al estadio de los Dodgers a realizar el primer lanzamiento. Acompañenos!

Voice of the Black & Gold Mex Bretos and former LAFC defender Steve Beitashour have Open Cup Fever! The fellas run down all the news surrounding the team and set the table for the 2024 U.S. Open Cup Final, which LAFC hosts at BMO Stadium on Wednesday night. Assistant coach Ante Rozov, who won multiple Open Cups during his playing career, joins Max for the second half of the show to talk about what the Open Cup means to the team as well as the mentality and preparedness of the players going into a championship match that gives them a chance to lift the fourth trophy in club history.