Moontower Soccer: An Austin FC Podcast

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's rematch against Houston Dynamo ShOwen Heart Missed Connections Captain Stuff in the post-game presser Social Media Standouts, feat:  Austin 40 Under 40 nominees Brad Stuver and Trennis Jones 100 Guys vs 1 Gorilla Robert Taylor Full Introduction 4ATX stuff! -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Dan...

This week Jeremiah and Steph break down Austin FC's 2-0 loss against the Dynamo and answer some listener questions. Other questions and topics include: - Join the Patreon and be part of the community that got Landon to dye his hair green! - Houston Road Trip vibes - Dani Pereira injury non-updates - What's the deal with Ilie not always starting? - Robert Taylor Transfer News - Minnesota...

Today's episode starts with a NEW BOY ALERT!!! and then digs into a recap of last week's match against the LA Galaxy: Curses (post)Match Moods Goal Celly Rating Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to our special guests for providing their nuanced and level headed takes.  -- and as always, stick around 'til the end to fin...

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down Austin FC's 1-0 win against the Galaxy and answer some listener questions. Other questions and topics include: - Join the Patreon and give Landon green hair - Anaya family GoFundMe - How the formation change helped Austin win - A thesis on luck and chance - Vazquez's redemption arc - Chaotic ending - Transfer window closing - Houston Dynamo Previe...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's rematch against Vancouver Whitecaps Mouse-capades north of the border Goal Celly Ratings Match Mood Social Media Standouts, feat: a special font review -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Michelle and Christian of Simply Soccer Podcast - make sure to follow their work! We talk about: The Galaxy&...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's monumental defeat and what we learned from it. Other questions and topics include: - Pics of the Patreon gifts ! - Join the Patreon here - Analyzing what the f*** happened - How Vancouver created their own luck - Thoughts on press conference statements - Is the blueprint out on Austin? - Stuver saves a penalty (and a mouse) - "I shat and...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's rematch against Portland Matchscot: Lance! Adopt this perfect zoomie angel. Ascot 'Fit Check! Match Moods Social Media Standouts, feat: pillows, bags, and a small putter boy -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Michael McColl of AFTN - make sure to follow their work in print and in podcast!...

This week Landon and Mike discuss Austin FC's home draw against the Portland TImbers, then preview next weekend's trip to Vancouver. Other questions and topics include: - Check out the new Patreon gifts! - "Humans desire always what they don't have" - What is Austin FC's ceiling?  - How small mistakes stacked up - Questionable refereeing - Center back appreciation - D...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against St Louis CITYYYYY SC: Matchscot: None, Adopt A Dog And Tell Us About It! Travel Fit Check! Match Moods, feat: A Very Special Hallmark Movie Pitch Goal Celly Rating Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Sam Svilar of Stumptown Footy - make sure to follow their w...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's third straight win away in St. Louis, and preview their second match of the season against the Portland TImbers. Other questions and topics include: - Austin maintains 2nd place in West - Winning ugly vs Losing pretty - Is Wolff the 10 we needed? - Myrto Uzuni sees everything - How we score more with this strategy - Be brave with your egg - AT...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against San Diego FC: Matchscot: Semper Fi & Oorah Tee-Shirt Week on the Great Austin FC 'Fit Off Match Moods, feat: Greg v Verdisimo Goal Celly* S * Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Annamaria Lu of the City FC Report - make sure to follow their work in p...

This week Landon and Jeremiah discuss Austin FC's counter-attack heavy win against San Diego, and preview the next away game in St. Louis. Other questions and topics include: - A reminder of why we love soccer - Are we a counter-attacking team now? - Brandon Vazquez gets his first goal - Owen Wolff's impact - Estevez's defensive strategy - Leo Vaisanen sold to Sweden - ATX Internati...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against LAFC, featuring SPECIAL GUEST JEREMIAH BENTLEY OF MOONTOWER SOCCER! 'Fit Checks (including an update on Beats-Gate, an entirely fabricated drama!) Match Moods Vibe checks Social Media Standouts -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Tony from SanDiego. Futbol - their work in the...

This week Landon and Mike analyze Austin FC's defensive strategy in their away win against LAFC. Other questions and topics include: - Moontower shirt in the stands in LA! - Why was Austin's defense so effective? - Why we're not that worried about the offense - Why Owen started on the right - Spoiler alert for Tuesday's "special announcement" - Leo Vaisanen leaving fo...

Today's episode starts with a recap of last week's match against Colorado, featuring: Interview with Stella 'Fit Checks (including an injured-but-not-in-style Julio!) Match Moods (some love for Verdisimo!) Short Shorts! Our newest bench bffs -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Travis, Darren, and Vince from Happy Foot Sad Foot - they'r...

This week Landon and Jeremiah break down another annoying loss against the Colorado Rapids, and are then joined by Apple TV's Max Bretos to preview the LAFC match. Other questions and topics include: - A "good" match but still no goals - How do we feel and are we right? - Assessing the ref's decisions - Uzuni's surprise start - ATX needs to control more game phases - Austi...

Today's episode starts with a brief recap of last week's away match in Portland and some Social Media standouts including: Our coach with a dog! Dani sounds! Smelling Salts! -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Matt with BurgundyWave for coming on to share his thoughts about our Saturday night matchup.  We talk about: National MLS perspective ver...

This week Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's annoying loss in Portland and preview Saturday's home match against the Colorado Rapids. Other questions and topics include: - Is it too early to panic? - Not the horseshoe, but equally ineffective - How Bukari can be more effective - Is it really a 4-4-2? - Ok, NOW it's a 4-4-2 - Uzuni's lackluster debut - Positive defensive ad...

Today's supersized episode starts with an exciting recap of our 1-0 home opener against SKC! We cover: An interview with the softest dog ever, Cino! The STUNNING lewks of Coat-Fest 2025 The first goal celly of the season! Social Media Stand Outs -- Then, we get into our opponent spotlight for the week! Massive thank you to Sam from Stumptown Footy for coming on to share his thoughts about our...

This week Landon and Jeremiah analyze Austin FC's season opener win against Sporting Kansas City and preview the first away game in Portland. Other questions and topics include: - Austin FC wins their home opener! - Why Austin's possession play looks different now - Breaking down Bukari's match - Why Ilie is the captain - Owen Wolff is the guy because he's not "the guy&quo...

In our first Opponent Spotlight of 2025, we're thrilled to be joined by Sheena and Chad Smith of For the Glory KC to cover off season roster moves and some predictions for Saturday night.  Check out the episode to hear Sheena and Chad's thoughts on:   National MLS perspective versus the local nuanced vibes around SKC (and Peter Vermes) Most exciting moves over the offseason Keys to succe...

This week Landon and Jeremiah preview Austin FC's season opener against Sporting Kansas City, and Landon joins David Gass and Tom Bogert on Soccerwise to preview the 2025 season. Other questions and topics include: - Submit your Over/Under predictions here -  Final preseason matches - Rodo drops hints at season launch party - Uzuni finally in town - Sporting Kansas City Preview - Will SKC&apo...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Scott Specht for the 2025 Over/Under Predicitions and also cover the Coachella preseason matches. Other questions and topics include: - Favorite halftime shows - Svatok's Fagundez diss track - What we learned from preseason - Desler gets a green card!!! - Who is in Austin's best midfield? - Over/Under Predictions (35:06) - More news (1:15:32) ...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Adrian Healey to review the offseason and answer listener questions. Other questions and topics include: - Guilherme Biro contract extended - Josh and Gavin Wolff go to Houston - Las back on loan - When to start panicking about Uzuni and Sabovic - Listener Questions with Adrian Healey - Reasons why Austin FC might disappoint in 2025 - Trevor Allison&apos...

This week Landon and Jeremiah are joined by Long Cao to explain MLS Roster Rules. Was it a mistake to attempt this? Probably, but we have to give the people what they want. Other questions and topics include: - 2025 Jersey Leak . Do we like it? - Myrto Uzuni is official - His contract and weirdly long medical - Dubersarsky arrives in Austin - Why did Kolmanic get extended AGAIN ? - We have a theor...