Home and Away - A Sporting KC Podcast

In this episode, Drew and Cody analyze the US Men's National Soccer Team's disappointing exit from the World Cup, exploring the factors behind their performance, structural issues, and the potential for future growth leading up to 2030. In this episode, Drew and Cody analyze the latest developments in US soccer, including coaching changes, player signings, and World Cup insights. They also...

In this episode, Drew and Cody analyze the US Men's National Team's recent World Cup performance, tactical decisions, player evaluations, and prospects for the future. They also discuss MLS's role in player development and the potential career paths for top American players. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of football transfers, tactical strategies, and World Cup highlig...

In this episode, Drew and Cody analyze the US Men's National Team's recent performances, tactical decisions, and player signings for Sporting Kansas City. They also delve into World Cup stories, fan experiences, and coaching insights, providing a comprehensive look at current soccer developments. In this episode, Drew and Cody discuss the latest in soccer, including World Cup highlights, f...

In this episode, Drew and Cody analyze the US Men's National Team's historic performance in the World Cup, focusing on tactical innovation, team cohesion, and the impact of coaching philosophy. They explore how this game could signal a new era for American soccer and discuss the broader implications for international play. In this episode, Drew and Cody discuss the latest World Cup matches...

We are back!  Cody has returned from his sojourn to the North and just in time for us to prepare for some kind of tournament that is being played here this summer?  Cup of the Worlds or something?  Is this like the Intercontinental Challenge Cup or something different?  Jokes aside, we are hours away from the kickoff of the 2026 World Cup and 7 weeks of soccer overstimulation to our senses, so it...

We are back after another 2 game hiatus(well one of us is) because school is out Cody decided he needed to have a vacation or whatever, so Drew is joined this week by good friend of the pod regular soccer contributor to the KC Star Daniel Sperry.  While SKC did miss out on an opportunity to head into the World Cup break on an actual winning streak, they have improved greatly over the past several...

This episode analyzes Sporting Kansas City's recent performances, focusing on tactical adjustments, player impacts, and coaching decisions. The hosts discuss the significance of Zorhan Bassong's return, the team's defensive struggles, and potential future strategies to improve results. In this episode, Drew and Cody analyze recent MLS matches, team strategies, player performances, and...

We decided it was too depressing to discuss the 2nd half capitulation in Chicago a week and a half ago and took a week off hoping for something more positive to discuss regarding the on-field performance of this team and boy are we glad we did.  Sporting was a much more competitive side in a 1-1 draw at home vs. Seattle, even if a bit conservative with its defensive positioning.   There were some...

Sporting KC headed to Vancouver on Friday evening and if anyone was still holding onto hope they may shake off the match in Colorado Springs on Tuesday and come out with some more competitive edge, most of those hopes were dashed pretty early as Emmanuel Sabbi ran rampant up the makeshift left sided defense of SKC and helped Vancouver to a 3-0 lead before the half hour mark.  In the oft-quoted wor...

This episode features a candid and detailed analysis of Sporting Kansas City's recent performances, coaching challenges, and player development issues. Drew and Cody dissect the team's tactical struggles, individual player performances, and the broader implications for the season, providing insights into what needs to change for better results. Music by The Spin Wires

Sporting KC returned to action last Saturday afternoon in Salt Lake City and we all hoped it would provide some levity given the rather dour state of affairs it has been to be a soccer fan in this town of late, and it took all of 3 minutes for those hopes to be dashed and replaced with pessimism and anger.  SKC was pretty comprehensively beaten throughout the first half of the match, and while the...

The international break brought no reprieve from soccer pain as the USMNT got fairly comprehensively beaten on the scoresheet by both Belgium and Portugal and the KC Current put in one of the more hapless performances we’ve seen from that club in recent memory.  In fact, the last time I remember them looking that listless they were playing home games in a minor league baseball stadium. Needless to...

You can thank all of your positivity last week for the reversal that happened this weekend as Sporting KC got demolished by the Colorado Rapids in a game that might have felt even worse than the 4-1 scoreline. We praised John Pulskamp(gulp), diminished Paxten Aaronson(double gulp) and suggested KC could compete with Colorado(drown us in gulps). It was a pretty poor performance, and we of course do...

Drew and Cody discuss the first win of the season for Sporting KC in Los Angeles vs. the Galaxy. There is deep discussion around the structure of the team tactically as well as Lasse Berg Johnsen's instant impact on the squad, including his game winning goal. They discuss how there is still plenty of work to be done, but that the project seems to be progressing positively. Drew and Cody also c...

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In this episode of the Home and Away podcast, Drew and Cody discuss Sporting Kansas City's recent 2-2 draw against Columbus, analyzing tactical setups, player performances, and coaching decisions. They highlight the effectiveness of the tactical formation, the contributions of key players like Jake Davis and Shapi Suleymanov, and the overall improvement in team dynamics. The hosts also reflect...

In this episode, Drew and Cody discuss the kickoff of the new season for Sporting Kansas City, reflecting on the initial performances and the recent player signings that have sparked conversations about the team's roster quality. They analyze the implications of Lasse Berg Johnsen's signing, the ongoing concerns regarding midfield depth, and the impact of Daniel Salloi's trade to Toron...

In this episode of Home and Away, Drew and Cody discuss the current state of Sporting Kansas City soccer, focusing on the lack of player acquisitions, management decisions, and the challenges faced by the coaching staff. They express frustration over the team's disorganization and the absence of communication from the club, while also reflecting on the fans' perspectives and the overall ac...

In this episode, Drew and Cody delve into the latest happenings in the Kansas City soccer scene, focusing on player rumors, potential signings, and tactical changes as the season approaches. They analyze the profiles of rumored players like Lasse Berg Johnsen, Diego Borges, and Capita Capemba, discussing their potential impact on the team. The hosts also reflect on preseason performances and the t...

Given the fairly depressing state of the roster, and on the heels of a very captivating conversation on the Soccerwise podcast led by Bobby Warshaw of Bloom Sports regarding club building philosophies, Drew and Cody discuss how they would go about building out Sporting KC based on their current state. It includes timeline objectives, explaining relative theses on why we expect success, and roster...

In this episode of the Home and Away podcast, Drew and Cody discuss the latest developments surrounding Sporting Kansas City, including the recent draft, ownership changes, and transfer drama involving player signings. They express concerns about the current state of the roster and the coaching staff, while also touching on the performance of the US Women's National Team and the ongoing youth...

This week we are doing something a little different. We are cribbing a format from one of Drew's favorite non-sports podcasts, The Big Picture, and drafting our favorite SKC players, moments, kits, and events and trying to put together the most complete roster of memories that exemplify the history of this club. This week Drew and Cody are joined by Mike Kuhn, noted SKC/Wizards historian, Chad...

In this episode, Drew and Cody discuss the preseason preparations for Sporting Kansas City, including roster updates and player rumors. They analyze potential signings and player profiles, delve into coaching changes and team philosophy, and highlight trialists and academy players. The conversation also touches on the Kansas City Current's coaching search and concerns over the team's direc...

In this episode, Drew and Cody discuss the recent hiring of Raphael Wicky as the new head coach of Sporting Kansas City. They explore Wicky's coaching background, the expectations surrounding his appointment, and the critical role of David Lee as the Chief Soccer Officer in the decision-making process. The conversation delves into the importance of roster construction and player development, a...

In this episode of Home and Away, Drew and Cody discuss the latest developments in the world of Sporting Kansas City and the Kansas City Current. They delve into the recent SuperDraft, evaluating player selections and the unpredictability of draft success. The conversation shifts to the Kansas City Current's surprising coaching decision, the ambitious moves of Inter Miami, and the growing conc...