Mint City Soccer Show

Charlotte FC finally got back to winning ways Saturday, taking down Toronto FC 3-1 at the Bank. But before that were two lackluster results – a draw with FC Cincinnati and a lackluster 1-0 loss to NYCFC. This week on the show, Matt, David and Corey spend most of their time breaking down the Toronto match but they don't overlook the issues we saw in the other two matches. Topics include: When t...

It was better. At least we can say that. Charlotte FC played well enough to deserve a point against the Revolution, but a lack of finishing and a questionable penalty in stoppage time doomed the Crown to a 1-0 loss. Matt and Corey take you through the match, highlighting the positives while being realistic about the things that still aren't quite clicking. They discuss: The lack of finishing i...

Charlotte FC are in a bit of a rough patch, losing two MLS matches and dipping out of the U.S. Open Cup in the past week. So we decided it was time for a bit of a family meeting to figure out what's going on. David, Matt and Corey hopped on a live show Thursday night and had a lively conversation with our viewers about: What's causing the defensive disorder. Our thoughts on recent lineups...

We'll be recording a regular episode later in the week after the Open Cup match, but to hold you over until then we have a special treat: An episode of the Mint City Soccer Show Secret Show ! David Gusler, Matt Chantry, and Russell Varner get together to play a little game: How well do you know some of our favorite former Charlotte FC players? Play along as we remember some guys! --- Patreon m...

Charlotte FC won two games in the past week and have three matches coming rapid-fire over the next week. It's a lot to break down, so we brought in an expert: Charlotte FC Play-by-Play Broadcaster Will Palaszczuk ! Will, David and Matt discuss: Wins over Charlotte Independence in the Open Cup and NYCFC (which apparently doesn't like to be called NYCFC anymore). The tactical adjustments tha...

The less said about that match, the better ... but we still talked for over an hour about it. Charlotte FC had a lackluster showing in its final match of the home stand, losing 2-1 to Nashville SC. Nashville SC may be first in the East, but they started essentially a B-team due to midweek CONCACAF Champions League matches, and this felt like a game Charlotte could take. They did not. Matt, David a...

A little rain never hurt anyone, especially Saturday night as Charlotte FC kept the good vibes going with a 2-1 win over a struggling Philadelphia Union side. Matt and Corey are here to talk about the weather, talk about the match, talk about the goals and – it can't all be positive – talk about some warning signs we see in the defensive play. They also discuss Abada's play and his role on...

The boys are back in town Saturday for a huge matchup with Philadelphia Union. To get you ready for Charlotte FC's next match, David Gusler invited Union insider and expert José Nuñez to join the show! David and José talk about the season so far for both clubs, discuss why Philly has struggled so far this season and preview some key matchups to watch on Saturday. And we answer your questions!...

How much fun was that?!? Join Matt and David as they dive into Charlotte FC's exhilarating and record-breaking 6-1 win against New York Red Bulls, breaking down the key moments, tactical shifts, standout performances and fan reactions. Matt and David dig into: Djibril Diani's surprising but effective role in midfield and crucial runs. Pep Biel's consistent goal contributions and impressive stats....

No Messi. No goals. No major things to get excited about after Charlotte FC's 0-0 draw with Inter Miami Saturday night at The Bank. Matt, David and Corey return this week to discuss: Four yellow cards in four matches for Zaha. Why the attack struggled against a heavily rotated Miami side. (We have screenshots again!) Why is Abada still starting? And we answer your questions, including one abou...

That was a party. After two lackluster road performances, Charlotte FC returned home Saturday and scored a much-needed 3-1 win over Austin FC in front of an electric home crowd at The Bank. Matt Swift and Corey Inscoe are here to break down the match, digging into: Some interesting changes to the starting lineup. How an early red card for Austin impacted the result. What made the attack so success...

The less said about that match, the better. Well, maybe we have a few things to say. Matt, David and Corey return this week to talk about Charlotte FC's abysmal performance in a 3-0 loss at the LA Galaxy. We talk about the lineup, who is really to blame for the goals – Matt has screenshots again! – and when it's time to hit the panic button. (Hint: Not yet...) Come see us during a live sho...

The first Charlotte FC match of 2026 is in the books and Matt and Corey are here to break it down. Charlotte FC traveled to St. Louis City and walked away with a 1-1 draw to open this year's MLS campaign. Matt and Corey break down the match, including the poor defending that led to STL's goal, and find the positives in the play of Pep Biel, Wilfred Zaha and Kristijan Kahlina. --- Want to g...

David and Corey are back to break down Saturday's season opener between Charlotte FC and St. Louis City SC. They look back at the first time these two teams played and reflect on all that has changed since then before making predictions about this year's matchup. And we answer a few more listener questions. --- Want to get into our Discord to discuss the first match and ask us questions fo...

Soccer is back, baby. The Charlotte FC season kicks off this Saturday, so David and Corey got together to do a season preview of sorts, breaking down the offseason, picking some CLTFC superlatives and predicting where the Crown will finish in 2026. We also answered your questions, including one about the Muppets. --- Want to get into our Discord to discuss offseason happenings and ask us questions...

Matt Swift and David Gusler are back to talk about this week's kit release, discuss the players who have come and gone from Charlotte FC this transfer window and answer your questions as we get closer to the start of the 2025 MLS season! --- Want to get into our Discord to discuss offseason happenings and ask us questions for the show? ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Support us on Patreon⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

David Gusler and Corey Inscoe emerge from their holiday hibernation ready to talk about Charlotte FC's transfer rumors and what it says about the club's intentions, the one confirmed transfer (Luca de la Torre), Abada's future with the club and hot dogs (of course). We also answer some listener questions as we knock the rust off in this first episode of 2026.---Want to get into our Dis...

It's a newsy episode of the Mint City Soccer Show! Join Matt and Corey to hear about: General Manager Zoran Krneta's contract extension. Thoughts on the new MLS calendar starting in 2027. Charlotte FC's 2026 schedule, which came out this week. The departure of Christian Fuchs. And the extension of The Mayor, Brandt Bronico. --- Want to get into our Discord to discuss offseason happenin...

Join Matt, David and Corey as we process our emotions after Charlotte FC's 2025 season comes to an end. We discuss the decisive Game 3 loss to New York City FC, break down what went wrong on all three goals allowed, question the second half subs and start to think about where the team goes from here. And we answer your questions! --- Want to get into our Discord to discuss offseason happenings...

Friday night is winner take all as Charlotte FC hosts New York City FC in game 3 of the first round of the MLS playoffs. Matt and Corey are here to talk through the disappointing first match of the series and the nailbiter in New York City that got us here. Who stood out? Who struggled? And what does the Crown need to do to advance to the next round? Also, we answer your questions and ask for your...

At times this season it didn't seem possible, but Charlotte FC clinched a top four spot and home-field advantage in the first round of the playoffs with a 2-0 win over the Supporters' Shield-winning Philadelphia Union. Matt and Corey discuss the match, from the beautiful first half goals to the ugly second half red card that will leave the Crown without Zaha in the first playoff game. They also di...

DC United received two red cards in the first thirty minutes of the match, which means Charlotte FC played 11 vs. 9 for 60 minutes against the worst team in the East. And the Crown only managed to score one goal to get the win. David and Corey are here to talk about the overall performance, focusing especially on a few midfielders who had a shot to show they deserved a spot on this team. They also...

In a special live show, the whole gang is back together to talk about Charlotte FC's streak-ending loss to New York City FC last weekend. How does it affect the Crown's playoff chances? Was it a blip or were there signs of deeper problems? When should Biel return to the starting lineup? What does Charlotte need to do to bounce back against CF Montreal this weekend? We talk about all of tha...

Charlotte FC tied the MLS record with nine straight wins and clinched a playoff spot with one of the most perfect nights of soccer, beating Inter Miami 3-0. Matt Swift and Corey Inscoe revel in Kahlina's save of Messi's penalty, Toklomati's hat trick, and the impressive play of basically the entire team in front of a sold out lower bowl. We also look at Charlotte FC's realistic cha...

Eight. Games. In a row. Charlotte FC is on a hot streak and the whole gang is back together (mostly) to dig into the 2-1 road win over New England Revolution. Matt, David and (eventually) Corey discuss: The historic win and historic goal. The impact of Nathan Byrne's return to the team. The midfield, and who should or should not be playing in it. The positive contributions Zaha has made throug...