PHNX Rising Football Podcast

Rising still doesn’t have a permanent head coach, but it does have a new attacking midfielder. Charlie Dennis signed for Phoenix Rising from Tampa Bay Rowdies, coming off an 11 goal season last year. He’s a top chance creator too, but with speculation swirling around Panos Armenakas potentially departing the club, what does this mean for his future? And, is this it, or should we expect more signin...

It was a weekend off for Phoenix Rising, but not for football, with two continental finals up for grabs on Sunday. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham fell short as usual for England as Spain clinched a Euros title, while Lionel Messi and Angel Di Maria claimed a second successive Copa America title. Plus, there was a full slate of games from elsewhere in the USL Championship. Join Max Simpson and Owai...

Phoenix Rising find themselves without a match this week. So, allow the PHNX Rising lads to take you on an international journey. In tonight’s episode, we dive into Rising’s new rumored striker, weigh in on who’s been the top players in the first half of the USL Championship season, and chat all things ahead of the EURO Final. Join Owain Evans and Max Simpson for a jammed packed episode. An ALLCIT...

Federico Varela rescued one back for Phoenix Rising in San Antonio, but the weather-affected game didn’t go Rising’s way. Falling 2-1 to a side that had lost the prior five matches, Rising can’t really take many positives from a first game under interim head coach Diego Gómez. Now, with a weekend off from fixtures, can Phoenix get things back under control, or will the club continue to spiral? Joi...

Phoenix Rising came into tonight’s match with an opportunity to bounce pack. Facing a San Antonio side that have lost five straight, Rising was looking to make a statement under interim manager’s Diego Lopez’s first match in charge. It did not go accordingly to plan. After a weather delay halted the original start of the match, Phoenix continued the theme of coming out slowly. A first half goal by...

Phoenix Rising may not have a permanent head coach, but the grind doesn't stop. Next up: a faltering San Antonio side, with Alen Marcina himself under pressure. Can Dariusz Formella and his teammates help Diego Gomez get a win under his belt, or will the side continue to falter? Join Max Simpson and Owain Evans for an audio-only preview of the weekend's match. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

It’s been an explosive few days for Phoenix Rising FC. First, the team fell 5-1 at the hands of Memphis 901, with Dariusz Formella picking up the lone goal. The next day, head coach Danny Stone had been relieved of his duties by the club. Two days later, club president Bobby Dulle sat down with PHNX to explain exactly why they chose to let Stone go, but indicated that other changes would not be co...

Phoenix Rising FC has parted ways with Danny Stone after a 5-6-6 start to the season. Stone, who has been with the club since 2021 beginning in an assistant role, was tasked with massive expectations following a 2023 USL Championship winning season. Poor recruitment and reshuffling of starting 11’s led to inconsistent play and a middling record. What does this mean for Phoenix Rising moving forwar...

Well, here we are folks. We’ve seen scoreless matches, lethargic defensive displays, and everything inbetween from a Phoenix Rising team that has not been able to get momentum going. Rising’s match against Memphis 901 FC is the new low point in the season. With two early first half goals that seemed all too easy to concede, Rising went in to half with many real questions and no real answers. It wo...

Phoenix RIsing travel east to take on their Western Conference competitors in Memphis 901 FC. With both clubs gaining 6 points from their previous 5 matches, it will be interesting to see who can step up and gain momentum. Join Owain Evans and Max Simpson as they break down Friday’s matchup. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS PHNX: http:/...

A scoreless encounter with Charleston, following up a run of form that’s seen Rising draw three of their last four, and win just one in their last six. With the league remaining as tight as it could be, how can Danny Stone’s Phoenix Rising side step up a gear to move themselves into contention for the top of the table? Join Max Simpson and Owain Evans to discuss. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBS...

Phoenix Rising went into Saturday’s match with a raucous crowd behind then. With both Pride Night and $1 Beer Night in flow, it was set to be an intriguing 2023 USL Championship Final rematch. And then the whistle blew. Phoenix’s attack continued to uninspire as the team was left searching for answers on which starting 11 best suits them. Held without a goal for the fifth time this season, it was...

It's a rematch of the 2023 USL Championship final as Phoenix Rising takes on Charleston Battery. Panos Armenakas' magic may have saved Rising with a point last week in El Paso, but can he do it again as he takes on Aaron Molloy and Nick Markanich in a nationally-televized affair. Join Max Simpson and Owain Evans for the full breakdown. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https:...

He’s a former League One champion, and now he’s a player for his hometown team. JP Scearce joined Phoenix Rising this past offseason, and seven months later, he’s joining the PHNX Rising podcast to chat about his experience taking the step up to Championship level. Join Owain Evans for the full interview with the Arizona native. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.l...

Phoenix Rising was poor throughout most of the match, failing to generate much of a sustained offensive threat. They found themselves down early off of a rudimentary defensive lapse. The moments were few and far between and it would seemingly take something special for Rising to pull one back. They found their moment through Panos Armenakas equalizing off the bench. Join Owain Evans and Max Simpso...

Dariusz Formella led the charge against Orange County, but it’s a different test this week. After a rough start, El Paso Locomotive parted ways with their manager, and now Wilmer Cabrera is at the helm. But can he get the best out of his new squad? Join Max Simpson and Owain Evans to preview the match. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube: https://bit.ly/phnx_youtube ALL THINGS...

After Phoenix Rising’s 2-0 win against Orange County SC, we’ll take a look into how Rising ended their winless run to squeeze out the three points. Plus we’ll review Dariusz Formella’s performance upon his return to the starting lineup, and how he won the USL Championship Player of the Week award. Join Max Simpson to review how Rising returned to their winning ways! An ALLCITY Network Production S...

Phoenix Rising started this match with great offensive firepower with Dariusz Formella scoring early and keeping the pressure on throughout. The second half did not start as kindly for Rising. If the OC equalizer dampened momentum, then Edgardo Rito Killed it. And yet when hope seemed lost, Formella bagged his brace and sent Rising fans home happy. Join Max Simpson and Jake Anderson as they chat t...

Following Rising’s scoreless draw versus Las Vegas last weekend, Phoenix Rising look to get back on track in a Western Conference matchup against Orange County. We’ll review what led to Rising dropping points in Nevada, while also previewing a pivotal USL Championship matchup. Join Max Simpson and Jake Anderson as we look into how Rising can return to their winning ways. An ALLCITY Network Product...

Well, that was something. Phoenix Rising had one of their low points of the season registering blanks across the board for much of the match. The attack never showed up for a Rising team that has been starved for consistent output all season. Without the heroics of Rocco Rios Novo, Rising would’ve come away with nothing from this one. Join Owain Evans and Max Simpson as they try not to let Sin Cit...

It’s not been the easiest May for Phoenix Rising, but as June gets underway, it’s a chance to turn over a new page. First up? It’s a trip away to Cashman Field, to take on Las Vegas Lights. Reinvigorated after the club’s purchase by baseball star José Bautista, Lights also features former Rising captain and two-time MVP Solomon Asante. Can Danny Stone’s boys get the job done on the road? Join Owai...

After a tough week results-wise, Rising finds themselves back to their one match per week frequency. We’ll recap last week’s results as well as have some fun on a bit of a palate cleansing episode where we’ll ask Mr. Away Days himself to rank the best stadium experiences in the USL Championship. Join Owain Evans and Max Simpson on a refreshing Tuesday tune-in. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRI...

Phoenix Rising’s four match league unbeaten run comes to an end at the hands of a very game Indy Eleven who’s own USL Championship unbeaten run extends to six (nine in all competition). Rising gained the advantage early after Jose Andres Hernandez converted a wayward Indy clearance from a corner in the 19th minute. The lead was short lived however with Rising giving away a penalty and Indy convert...

While last night was not meant to be, Phoenix Rising must look ahead as they add thrust back into USL league play. Saturday’s looming matchup against top-of-the-Eastern table Indy Eleven will put Rising against a club riding an 8 match unbeaten streak dating back to mid-April. What are the keys to victory for Phoenix Rising? Join Max Simpson for a pallet cleansing episode. An ALLCITY Network Produ...

For a moment, they believed. Rémi Cabral’s penalty in first half stoppage time had put Phoenix Rising ahead and on course for a potential cupset. But it wasn’t to be. Seattle Sounders responded with a penalty of their own, before Kalani Kossa-Rienzi’s sealed it with an 88th minute winner. Join Owain Evans and Jake Anderson to break down Rising’s exit from the 2024 Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup. An ALLC...