Futbol is Life

Andy and Nifer talk about the last two wins against NY Red Bulls and Colorado Rapids! And how keeping the lineup consistent *might* be winning strategy! Also, did you hear the big news that Lionel Messi is coming to the MLS! Since the whole league is paying his salary, do we really need to give Miami all the credit?

Another lead was given away at the end of the game! Andy and Nifer discuss why Orlando City can’t hold a lead. But we do get to talk trash about Brad Guzan, so it is a win. Hopefully, they get it together as we approach the middle of the season.

Andy and Nifer discuss a disappointing draw against NYCFC and a necessary win in Miami. Hopefully, we'll take the momentum from Miami into the rest of the season. But we still think there are some issues that need addressed!

Nifer returns, she and Andy talk about the run of poor form against Montreal, Charlotte and Columbus. We're hoping for a consistent lineup, consistent tactics and even have some ideas for Papi and the front office, if they're interested. Hoping we can shift into a new gear against NYCFC! Let's go City!

We are joined by Austin, Noah, and Taylor to talk about Orlando City last loss and the team's current status. In addition to some talks about English Premiere League and our prediction about how the final ranking will settle.

Even though Orlando City brought 3 points back from Minnesota and we still feel down on the team. Even with a win, there's still a lot out of sync. Will we find some consistency in the lineup and shape? Will we get over out negative energy and find the glass-half-full side of things?

Nashville came to Orlando and took three points away. What's happening with our shape? How come we can't score goals? And then the Orlando Pride home opener was a heart breaker vs Angel City.

Andy and Nifer talk about the win in Philly! What an exciting game!?! We also talk about the start of the Pride season with their loss to the Portland Thorns. Also, it was amazing to have the USMNT back in Exploria Stadium, especially with Darryl Dike's delightful return! And don't miss the controversy over Leo Messi's possible arrival to the MLS. Nifer has some feelings. (also sorry f...

Andy and I are disappointed with the Cincinnati game, but we do feel a little optimistic after the Tigres game. Can Ercan Kara do that again?!! Hopefully Papi will find a consistent shape and lineup as we get into the season. Hoping we can bring a little disunity to the Philadelphia Union!

Andy and Nifer talk about Orlando City's first game in the CONCACAF Champions League against Tigres and the draw in DC. There's a lot of opportunity for this young team, but will the playmakers show up as the season progresses? Will Papi select a different defensive lineup every game? Prepare for leg two of the CONCACAF League Round of 16!

Andy and Nifer talk about Orlando City's match vs Cincinnati. The game felt lackluster and both Andy and Nifer are beginning to spiral. Is this already the end of the season? Should we just give up now? Or is there some possibility that Papi has some strategic tricks up his sleeve? Only time will tell. 

Andy and Nifer breakdown Orlando City's season opener against NY Red Bulls. The stadium was electric as the US Open Cup banner rose at Exploria Stadium in beautiful Parramore.  Orlando City takes three points after a textbook PK from Facundo Torres. Will Orlando's offense be able to turn it up? What shape will the defense take once Antonio Carlos returns? Let's see how the season unfolds!

Andy and Nifer break down all the changes with the Orlando City Lions as we prepare for the start of the season on February 25th!

Andy and Nifer talk about the fascinating end to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar! Messi *finally* lifts the cup. The tournament was phenomenal and we can't wait for 2026. Enjoy the last episode of season 1. 

Reposted with fixed audio! Sorry :) Andy and Nifer talk about the Round of 16 and Quarterfinal Matches! From Netherlands, USA, Argentina, Australia, France, Poland, England, Senegal, Japan, Croatia, Brazil, South Korea down to just four Argentina, Croatia, France and Morocco! Who will win it all?!?!

Andy and Nifer talk through the Group Stage of the World Cup and make some predictions for the rest of the tournament. Should #Suarez come to Orlando City? Andy says yes. Should Uruguay have played Torres? Obviously. Listen in!

Hurricane Ian makes this episode a little delayed, but Andy and Nifer talk about the lows the Philadelphia and Atlanta defeats and the high of beating Toronto! We also unpack a little more about the defensive players and how they came to be a part of the Orlando City squad.  All this and more on this episode of Futbol is Life!

Andy and Nifer break down an incredible run of games. Charlotte, NYCFC, Seattle and the US Open Cup Final. We dare Taylor Twellman to come on the pod and talk to us about #publicparkgate. Also, Benji—those pink boots are key, don’t wear the green ones!

The Orlando City Lions defeat the NY Red Bulls to move on to the Lamar Hunt Open Cup finals! Can’t wait until Sept 7 to see the final versus Sacramento Republic. But what has been happening with the regular season games? Is Papi playing 4 dimensional chess or is something else going on? Follow @andrewelgohary and @heynifer on IG!

Andy and Nifer talk about Orlando's early July games: DC United, Inter Miami, Colorado Rapids and the friendly with Arsenal. In a long run of games Orlando's play has been hit or miss. We're hoping for more of the hits as the summer presses on. 

Andy & Nifer talk about a wide range of happenings! Including the horrible Cincinnati game, Van der Water’s departure, the Open Cup game vs Nashville and the cities for the 2026 World Cup. Does humidity increase your likelihood to be physically violent? Perhaps.

In the inaugural episode of Futbol is Life , Andy & Nifer discuss Orlando City’s win over Houston and the ref’s generous use of the yellow card. They also talk about the current state of the club and how they’re feeling about the team moving into July and August. Join Andy & Nifer every other week to hear their takes on Orlando City Soccer, the MLS and other soccer adjacent things!