Pitch Report

It’s international break week, and Amilcar and Mario check in on SDFC players called up for duty, including Chucky Lozano’s return to El Tri and Anders Dreyer making his case for Denmark’s World Cup squad. We also cover the fallout from Inter Miami’s suspensions after Leagues Cup drama, debate some of the most unbreakable football records, and ask the big question: for the sake of @theunitedstrand...

San Diego FC makes history by defeating LAFC in the SoCal Derby, securing their record-setting 7th consecutive road win and staying just one point shy of the Supporters’ Shield. Meanwhile, Mario opens up about a potentially catastrophic draft strategy in Fantasy Football that could derail his season before it even begins!  Beyond MLS and Fantasy talk, we also dive into Manchester United’s disastro...

Amilcar and Mario return from their summer break to catch up on the major moments from the past few months. They break down Chelsea’s surprising Club World Cup victory and what the tournament means for team dynamics moving forward. The duo also explores Mexico’s dominance in the CONCACAF Gold Cup, the challenges facing the U.S. Men’s National Team, key summer transfers, and their early projections...

PSG finally win the Champions League! So we brought in the perfect guest to celebrate: our good friend Florent - the biggest PSG fan we know! In this episode: Reactions to PSG’s long-awaited European triumph Testing Amilcar & Mario's UCL trivia knowledge Ballon d’Or: Lamine Yamal, Dembélé, and other front runners We get to know Florent with a rapid-fire Q&A. Check out some of his answ...

San Diego FC split two games, the European competitions are wrapping up, and will we see a Ronaldo-Ramos reunion at Monterrey?  San Diego FC splits the week: San Diego FC beat LA Galaxy with a 90+5’ Chucky winner Galaxy extend MLS’s worst-ever start (15 games winless) Midweek loss to Seattle brings us back to Earth Around the Pitch: Tuca Ferretti goes full telenovela on the FMF Is Ronaldo invited...

The vibes are HIGH (for Mario) as he celebrates Barcelona’s 28th La Liga title 🏆. Meanwhile, Amilcar briefly considers cash offers for the title of 2nd favorite La Liga team… sike.  Despite chaotic seasons, both Manchester United and Spurs still have a shot at qualifying for the Champions League - if they win the Europa League Final this Wednesday.  Then we go Around the Pitch  🌍 Back to back to...

San Diego FC get the dub! Two late goals in the 79th and 87th minute seal a comeback win, and Mario & Amilcar are here to talk about what that says about the team’s mentality, midfield dominance, and whether this was the back-and-forth battle Mario has wanted. Shoutout to Anders Dreyer for another quietly brilliant performance. Is he the key to keeping this offense flowing? Then we go Around t...

San Diego FC are BACK! After a rough patch, SDFC bounces back in style with a massive 5-0 win over FC Dallas. Then, it’s all eyes on Europe as we wrap up Leg 2 of the Champions League Semifinal. PSG and Inter Milan are headed to MUNICH! Want more soccer content? Follow us on Instagram & X: @_pitchreport Subscribe on YouTube for full video episodes and visuals: @pitchreportpod

Amilcar is back from Japan! 🇯🇵 But he returns to some rough news… San Diego FC is on a three-game losing streak AND a tough result for Real Madrid . Talk about a welcome home! 😬 In this episode, Mario and Amilcar break down: ⚽ SDFC’s 3-game skid – what’s going wrong, and is it time to panic? 🏆 Copa del Rey Final recap – tears, trophies, and all the drama 🔮 Champions League Semifinals predictio...

Mr. Leo is back in the co-host seat for a second straight week - and there’s plenty to talk about (and maybe cry about just a little). San Diego FC hits a bump on the road with a 3-0 loss to Charlotte FC , capping off a rough two-game road trip. Mario and Leo break down what went wrong and why it’s not time to panic (yet) . 😬🚫 Then, we dive into Leg 2 of the Champions League Quarterfinals : 🔥 G...

With Amilcar out of town, our guy Mr. Leo jumps off the bench and brings the heat as guest host! 🔥 Mario & Leo break down San Diego FC’s altitude-adjusted loss in Colorado - competitive but not quite enough. On to the next one! 💪 Then it’s all Champions League chaos: Barça ballin’  💥  PSG cookin’ cooking 🍳   Inter handle business  💼 Declan Rice free kick magic  🪄 Can Real Madrid come bac...

San Diego FC made a STATEMENT with a dominant 3-0 win over the Seattle Sounders, and we’re here to break down the performance, and how this team is continuing to raise the bar in their inaugural season. 🏟️ Then we turn our focus to Europe, with a full preview of the UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals . Who’s going through? And who do Mario and Amilcar disagree on (again)? 🧐🏆 Plus, we check in w...

San Diego FC get's their BEAT LA in for the second time this season after a 3-2 Win over LAFC at Snapdragon Stadium! Amilcar and Mario react to the game and share their experiences from their first tailgate of the season - food, fans, and vibes all around. 🌮🍻 But beyond the match, a serious question arises: Is LAFC or LA Galaxy our real rival? 👀 Plus, we debut our brand new segment: “Aroun...

San Diego FC take their first L in franchise history vs Austin FC , and we break down what went wrong and what it means moving forward. Plus: 🏆 Mexico wins the CONCACAF Nations League 🇪🇺 UEFA Nations League quarterfinals check-in 🌱 Pitch of the Week is back—and yes, Amilcar finally picked one 😅 Want more soccer content? Follow us on Instagram & X: @_pitchreport Subscribe on YouTube for full...

San Diego FC keeps their undefeated streak alive after a tough battle against Columbus Crew! ⚡ We break down the match, the key takeaways, and what’s next for the team. Plus, the Champions League Round of 16 Leg 2 is wrapped up - who’s moving on to the quarterfinals? And most importantly… how did Mario & Amilcar’s predictions hold up? 🤔💥 🚀 In this episode: ✅ San Diego FC vs. Columbus Crew...

San Diego FC remains undefeated in franchise history with a huge 3-1 win over Real Salt Lake - and they did it without Chucky Lozano and in the cold! ❄️🔥 We break down how they pulled it off and what’s next for the squad. Plus, we check in on our Pitch of the Week , answer a hilarious listener question (could we actually blend in with a pro soccer team? 👀😂), and preview the Champions League Rou...

The first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 is in the books, and Amilcar and Mario break it all down! 🤔🏆 🚀 In this episode: ✅ UCL Round of 16 Leg 1 match-by-match breakdown 🏆⚽ ✅ Allison's crazy game 🧤⚽ ✅ Quarterfinal predictions—who’s moving on? 🚀 Plus, we make our bold predictions for who will advance to the quarterfinals - (shocker - we don't agree) are there any upset...

San Diego FC has officially played their first-ever home game at Snapdragon Stadium! 🏟️💥 We dive into the electric atmosphere, fan experience, and match breakdown—did San Diego FC rise to the occasion? Plus, we introduce a new segment and go rapid-fire with our predictions for the Champions League Round of 16 Leg 1 matchups! 🏆⚡ 🚀 In this episode: ✅ San Diego FC’s first home match – Atmosphere...

The Champions League Round of 16 matchups are set, and we’re breaking them all down! Who got the best draw? Who’s in trouble? And which teams could surprise everyone? 🤔🏆 Plus, we preview San Diego FC’s upcoming match against St. Louis City FC , and Amilcar responds to the controversy surrounding his struggles to name all 18 cities in San Diego 😂 🚀 In this episode: ✅ Champions League Round of...

San Diego FC has arrived in MLS with a statement! 💥 We break down their historic 2-0 win over defending champions LA Galaxy , sharing our t houghts on the match, standout performances, and what’s next for the club. Plus, we take on a fun challenge: Can we name all 18 cities in San Diego County ? Spoiler: It’s harder than you think. 😅 🚀 In this episode: ✅ San Diego FC’s first-ever MLS game reca...

The knockout rounds are here, and so is the new Champions League format —but is it an improvement or a disaster waiting to happen? 🤔 In this episode, we break down: • 🔄 The new Champions League format —our thoughts, concerns & expectations • ⚽ Champions League knockout phase play-offs wrap-up —biggest surprises & key takeaways • 🏆 Underdogs to watch —which teams can make a deep run? •...

Welcome to the first episode of Pitch Report! 🚀 Formerly 2 Mics 1 World Cup , we’re back with a fresh name but the same passion for the game! In this episode, we reintroduce ourselves, share what’s new with the podcast, and dive into the excitement surrounding San Diego FC as they gear up for their MLS debut. 🏟️ What you’ll hear in this episode: • 🎙️ Why we rebranded from 2 Mics 1 World Cup • ⚽...

Mario, Amilcar, and returning special guest Israel break down World Cup Group H and give their predictions on which teams will advance to the knockout stage.  The guys discuss Cristiano Ronaldo's chances to lift the World Cup trophy in what will most likely be his final World Cup. Group H schedule (all times PST) November 24: Portugal vs Ghana – Stadium 974, Doha – 8am November 24: Uruguay vs...

Mario and Amilcar breakdown World Cup Group G and give their prediction on which teams will advance to the knockout stage. Group G is made up of Brazil, Cameroon, Serbia, and Switzerland. Group G schedule (all times PST) November 24: Brazil vs Serbia – Lusail Iconic Stadium – 11am November 24: Switzerland vs Cameroon – Al Janoub Stadium – 2 am November 28: Brazil vs Switzerland – Stadium 974 – 8 a...

Mario and Amilcar breakdown World Cup Group F and give their prediction on which teams will advance to the knockout stage.  Group F is made up of Belgium, Canada, Croatia, and Morocco. Group F schedule (all times PST) November 23: Morocco vs Croatia – Al Bayt Stadium – 2am November 23: Belgium vs Canada – Ahmad bin Ali Stadium – 11am November 27: Belgium vs Morocco – Al Thumama Stadium – 5am Novem...