Cincinnati Soccer Talk

Needed any more pressure in your MLS season? FC Cincinnati is one of about a dozen teams still in the running for the Supporters' Shield. While they have played well on the road, the final three away trips all look difficult on paper. Take, for example, the Portland Timbers, a team FC Cincinnati has not visited yet. Providence Park isn't impenetrable, but a late-night tilt against the Timbers isn'...

In their first match back in MLS play following their exit from League's Cup, FC Cincinnati took an L at TQL in a battle with Charlotte. Despite the loss, we saw some encouraging things: the return of Kevin Denkey and the speed of Echinique. But we also saw the departure of midfielder, Brian Anunga on a red card following video review. But for those who stayed a little later, the night was redeeme...

With the Leagues Cup appetizer digested, it's time to focus on the real meat and potatoes of the soccer season. Nine teams are within ten points of each other atop the standings, and Charlotte is hoping to make the argument that there should be ten by week's end. After all, they had taken the crown earlier this season with a 2-0 home win over Cincinnati . Cincinnati fans would probably argue that...

League's Cup is in full swing and FCC looked to be in good form after the first match against Monterrey. But in their second match against a surprisingly good FC Juarez, the Orange and Blue had to fight back late to send the game to penalties. In the end, it just wasn't their day and they walked away with only a point to show. Did they underestimate Juarez? Did they send their best penalty takers...

The road to the MLS Cup has been surprisingly navigable. However, it's time to swerve right and exit the MLS highway for a pit stop in the Leagues Cup. Last season, FC Cincinnati got further into the knockout round than the season before. As much as that momentum is positive, this reiteration of the Leagues Cup has a completely different format. To get tho the smaller knockout rounds, the Orange &...

For the second time in just 11 days, FC Cincinnati squared off against thier foes from Miami, but this time was different. Miami was forced to play without Messi and Alba after the players chose not to participate in the ALL-Star game. Despite their absences, Cincinnati still only came away with a point on the road. In episode 430 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk we cover the Miami match, Messi's ineligi...

On paper, FC Cincinnati fans may have approached this next game with some confidence. After all, keeping Lionel Messi off the scoring sheet is no small feat. Despite losing Kevin Denkey for a prolonged spell, the Orange & Blue rode Evander's brace to silence the Herons 3-0 at TQL Stadium . However, the confidence this weekend could be harder to measure. The news could focus on Evander and Messi ag...

(Bonus episode! Relive the live RSL episode of Jersey Swap in audio form.) With their biggest win in the past, FC Cincinnati focus again on the present with a suddenly-mammoth three-point challenge at Real Salt Lake Saturday. The hunter now becomes the hunted, as RSL have gone five matches unbeaten. Another change of pace—Mr. "No Days Off" took PTO this week, so Jason Ashcraft steps in for a speci...

FC Cincinnati continues to battle their way through the toughest stretch of matches of the season and have only dropped one match of their last seven. This week they served up a couple of losses to Miami at home and Real Sal Lake on the road. Despite taking all six points last week and moving back to the top of the table in the supporter's shield race, they have to face Miami again this weekend fo...

In this episode, we give our postmortem of FCC's 4-2 loss at the hands of the Columbus Crew and look ahead to Wednesday's match against Inter Miami.  Get your  Apple MLS Season Pass.   Leave a note in the comments. #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer #FCCincy Show Sponsors:  Apollo Home - www.apollohome.com Go Beyond Exercise - www.gobeyondexercise.com Follow Us: Twitter Facebook   Instagram   Website   Su...

The hype train finally pulls into Union Terminal this week. David Beckham brings his band to TQL Stadium for a midweek performance between FC Cincinnati and Inter Miami. However, as much as The Herons have dominated headlines and jersey sales, the Orange & Blue still stand (slightly) ahead of Miami, and a win over the hottest team in MLS can stave off the oncoming wave. As much as we'll try to not...

It comes home only once a year—twice if we're lucky—and each time, the "Hell Is Real" derby fails to disappoint. Ohio's biggest soccer rivalry returns to the confines of TQL Stadium Saturday evening. When FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew clash for possession of the soul of Ohio, pride is on the line. However, the perspective of the radio booth may paint a different picture—how does the voice of The...

FC Cincinnati came out fast and confident against the Fire and put themselves ahead with a comfortable 2 goal lead. But that didn't stop the Fire from pushing back and all but stealing a point at TQL. Join us for episode 427 of Cincinnati soccer talk as we break down the game and look ahead at Hell is Real. Get your  Apple MLS Season Pass.   Leave a note in the comments. #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer...

You're going to need FIRE for an explosive Fourth of July holiday, and we could be seeing that with the Chicago Fire coming to TQL Stadium. Last time against Chicago, FC Cincinnati escaped with another one-goal win on the road, but needed three goals to pull it off. Since then, Chicago has been the most potent offense in the East, but have only a +4 goal differential to show for it. What should we...

The Orange and Blue, despite missing some key players, picked up some key points on the road this Saturday with a win in Orlando. They are off to a hot start for the second half of the season and Roman Celentano joins us to talk about it. Join us live on Monday night at 9:00pm for episode 426 of Cincinnati Soccer Talk or catch us later in the week on all major podcast directories.  Get your  Apple...

It's time for the winged lions to take on the wingless variety. FC Cincinnati rides a mini-streak to take on Orlando City SC in the Magic Kingdom. This weekend's match could be the must-watch on Saturday, as both lurk atop the table. However, head coach Óscar Pareja has Orlando riding high behind a cohesive attack that boasts the most goals in the East. We talk with Nic from The Mane Land to get h...

It's been a stutter start to the second half of the season for FC Cincinnati but they are finally back in action this Wednesday night in Montreal. Will they be rested and ready to go, or will they need some time to get their soccer legs back underneath them? We'll preview that match and recap all the other FIFA Club World Cup matches that have taken place at TQL in the meantime tonight on episode...

Canada and the United States may not face each other yet in Gold Cup competition, but the North and Great White North will still face each other. FC Cincinnati tries to make it a winning streak against CF Montréal this Wednesday evening. The last time the Orange & Blue traveled to Stade Saputo, they came back with a 2-1 loss, but some distant Orellano magic quelled any thoughts of an away win late...

After some time off from league play, Cincinnati returned to action Saturday night on the road to face a hot New England squad. An early goal from Kevin Denkey was the deciding factor and the Orange and Blue snuck away with 3 more points. In this week's episode we'll talk about the win and share our thoughts on the team's performance. We also have the Cincinnati Kid himself, Nick Hagglund joining...

The international break could not have come at a better time. Momentum tends to shift at extended pauses, and FC Cincinnati could use that to get back onto the winning track. Perhaps it could also help cool down our opponents on Saturday--the New England Revolution have not lost in MLS play since the Orange & Blue took them down at home in April. So what's in the clam chowder these days in New Eng...

The international break finally gives us some time to stretch and recollect our bearings, but we at the Jersey Swap podcast never rest. The laundry always needs to be done! With the Club World Cup occupying TQL Stadium for a few weeks, we're focusing on this revised tournament with an expanded field of podcasters. We've invited Daniel Solana  from Arriba Bolso! , Nate Janulis from We Are Soccer ,...

We dive into FC Cincinnati's 2-1 home defeat at the hands of DC United. Join us as we discuss the tactics, or lack thereof, in FCC's first home loss of the season. Get your  Apple MLS Season Pass.   Leave a note in the comments. #MLS #FCCincinnati #soccer #FCCincy Show Sponsors:  Apollo Home - www.apollohome.com Go Beyond Exercise - www.gobeyondexercise.com Follow Us: Twitter Facebook   Instagram...

A promising first half and an epic collapse in the second half led to a 3-3 draw with FC Dallas. But the storyline that seemed bigger than the shift in momentum was the return of Lucho Acosta to the roaring sounds of "boos" at TQL. We have a lot to discuss in this episode of Cincinnati Soccer Talk and we hope you will join the conversation. Get your  Apple MLS Season Pass.   Leave a note in the co...

With the international break and Club World Cup right around the corner, FC Cincinnati finally sees the top of the mountain, the halfway point in the season. The next home opponent clocks in after a five-game winless patch, but D.C. United may have been able to figure out their defensive woes. Now, if only Troy Lesesne's team could jump-start their offense... We chat with Gregory Roche from Pitch...

Sunday Night Soccer was a rough experience for FC Cincinnati as they took a hard road loss to Atlanta United, a team that has been struggling with only 4 goals in a winless 8 game stretch. Despite the odds being in Cincy's favor, the Five Stripes dropped 4 goals in this one, doubling Cincinnati's offensive output. But the biggest loss of the match was the Cincinnati Kid, Nick Hagglund, who suffere...