Seriously Loco Soccer Pod

The Crew is back to discuss a crucial 1-0 win over Orange County SC at the SWUP, marking Brian Clarhaut's first win at home. The Crew break down Lucho Solignac's 3rd goal of the season and Benny Diaz's 2nd clean sheet of the season, thanks to some smart saves and insane goalmouth action. Then it's on to a brief chat about Josue Aaron Gomez and Yuma making Locomotive history as centurions. The Crew...

The Crew is back to finally talk about a win, as El Paso Locomotive FC claimed all 3 points at against Louisville City on Saturday's matinee fixture at the Lynn Family Stadium. The Crew talk about the team's control without possession, ruthless finishing, and a little luck and poor defending from Louisville along the way. They also answer listener questions about Yuma's 100 appearances in Locomoti...

The Crew is back to discuss a third straight loss at home for El Paso Locomotive FC, this time at the hands of first time visitors Detroit City FC. Phil and Mikka dissect each goal and familiar mistakes and patterns that led to defeat, plus Denys Kostyshyn's first goal for the club. The Crew answer listener questions along the way about crossing tactics, personnel decisions, and more. Then it's on...

The Crew are back to talk about the absolutely gut wrenching 2-1 loss to Colorado Springs Switchbacks on Wednesday night at the SWUP, courtesy of a 93rd minute goal from the visitors. They dive into the shockingly ponderous 1st half and a much improved second half, but the damage was done super early and ridiculously late. The Crew also dive into the mailbag to answer listener questions from Twitt...

The USL Championship 2023 season is finally here! The Crew are back to talk about El Paso Locomotive FC's disappointing 1-0 loss to visitors Sacramento Republic FC on opening night of Season 5 at the SWUP. There were green shoots of optimism though, as the Crew dissected Brian Clarhaut's new controlled play style, the impact of the debutants, and the goalscoring chances that Los Locos had. The Cre...

Seriously Loco kicks off Season 5 in style, as the Crew welcomes El Paso Locomotive FC head coach and technical director Brian Clarhaut to the show. Brian talks to the Crew about his tactical philosophy, the stress of promotion/relegation during his time coaching in Sweden, preseason takes, and his goals for the 2023 season. Then it's on to the 2023 season preview, as the Crew discuss the preseaso...

Phil and Mikka are back to talk about the breaking news that Brian Clarhaut is set to become the new head coach and technical director of El Paso Locomotive FC. The Crew break down fan reactions to the news, Clarhaut's resume, tactical profile, and answer loads of listener questions. There's also some chat about the signing of Ukrainian forward Denys Kostyshyn and the state of the roster generally...

The Crew are back to discuss the breaking news that El Paso Locomotive head coach John Hutchinson is departing the club after just one season at the helm. They discuss their initial reactions to the news, the reasons why Hutch is moving on, and the club's comments about his departure and the future of the club. The Crew also answer a ton of listener questions and talk about who could possibly beco...

Phil and Mikka are back in the studio after a bit of a post-season hiatus. There's a bunch of news coming out of El Paso Locomotive FC early this offseason, including the signing of Spanish defender Marc Navarro and current players staying and departing. Then, the Crew discuss the results of the first ever Seriously Loco 2022 Fan Survey. The Crew dig in to the listeners' thoughts on Locomotive's 2...

Phil and Mikka are back in the studio to chat El Paso Locomotive FC, who are somehow still alive in the playoff race despite a shocking first-ever loss to Colorado Springs Switchbacks and a tepid, albeit victorious, display over Orange County SC in the last home match of the 2022 season. The Crew go over the weird starting lineup vs. OC, playing better in the pouring rain, and all the playoff perm...

The Crew are back in the studio after a nearly month-long hiatus to talk about El Paso Locomotive FC, who are staring down the barrel of a first ever exclusion from the USL Championship postseason following a dismal loss to RGV FC Toros at home on Wednesday night. The Crew lament the inconsistent nature of Locomotive's performances and talk about their chances against LA Galaxy 2, who have been a...

Phil and Mikka are back to talk about the absolute wild 4-4 draw against Colorado Springs Switchbacks on Friday night. The Crew delve into the match which saw El Paso Locomotive FC battle back from 3-0 to go ahead 4-3 in the second half and ultimately concede the equalizer in controversial fashion. The Crew talk about arguably the most horrific 10 minutes of Locomotive football ever, a second half...

The Crew is back to waffle a bit about sweet vs. sour candy and some team news, notably new signing Artem Kholod, the Ukrainian fullback who came through the Shakhtar Donetsk academy. Then the Crew dissect yet another dismal display, as Locomotive contrived to lose 1-0 to Monterey Bay FC on the road and go 4 straight games scoreless. The Crew discuss Lucho Solignac's woeful panenka, players findin...

Seriously Loco welcomes back beloved host and founder Phil Baki to the show! The Crew catch up with Phil after his paternity leave layoff, address a rather large elephant in the room, and chat about nostalgic TV shows.  Then it's on to the football, where the Crew dissect El Paso Locomotive FC's dismal 1-0 loss at home, this time to Eastern Conference visitors Louisville City. The Crew talk about...

Mikka and Christian welcome Sports Director of KTSM Colin Deaver to the show to discuss the shocking news that both Richie Ryan and Sebastian Velasquez are set to leave El Paso Locomotive FC. The group discuss the surprising news in each player's case, the seemingly markedly different circumstances leading up to each move, as well as what each player's legacy might be at Locomotive. Mikka and Chri...

Mikka and Christian are back to discuss the massive 1-0 victory over Colorado Springs Switchbacks at the SWUP on Saturday night. The Crew break down a wild match that saw a Goal of the Season contender, more red cards and injuries, and refereeing controversy en route to 10 straight games undefeated for the Boys in Blue. The Crew also discuss the flurry of transfer activity that appears to be happe...

Mikka and Christian are back from a little break in recording to chat about Locomotive's imminent loan signing of Edison Azcona as well as the team's busy 3 game week, in which Locomotive took just 5 points from 9 available. The crew discusses the draws to "inferior" teams on paper, poor performances, and the desperate situation at right back. The Crew also look forward to a huge clash at home aga...

The Crew welcomes back friend of the pod Kevin Quintana to the show to discuss El Paso Locomotive FC's 1-1 draw away to Detroit City FC. The Crew talk about the historic occasion that played out on ESPN for the nation to see, which included some suspect defending but a golazo from Eric Calvillo and superb goalkeeping by Eric Newton. The Crew also reflect on Locomotive's first half of the season an...

Mikka and Christian get together in a weirdly Baki-less Baki Studios. The shorthanded Crew try to keep things normal without founder-turned-father Phil and discuss a historic victory over Phoenix Rising FC on the road. There's chat about the ill-disciplined affair that produced 8 yellow cards and a straight red card for good measure, the exorcising of demons from the penalty spot for Josue Aaron G...

The SL Crew tries their best to react to the recent news that El Paso Locomotive have dealt Diego Luna to Real Salt Lake for a reported fee of $250k. While that is a record fee between USL Championship and MLS, the crew discusses what that figure actually represents. Then there is a look back on Diego's tenure with Locomotive and memorable moments, and finally a look at what Real Salt Lake fans ca...

The Crew returns to discuss some team news, including the mutual decision between the club and Harry Brockbank to part ways. Then they review the draw between El Paso Locomotive and Orange County SC. They discuss a match that despite some early struggles, Locomotive could have won with Lucho Solignac playing a huge role in both his goal and Diego Luna's. The struggle unfortunately came in a couple...

The SL Crew return to chat a hard fought win over Sac Republic FC in the USL Championship for El Paso Locomotive. They discuss the tactics involved, devastating news for Chapa Herrera, Andrew Fox's contribution off the bench, the discourse around Yuma and the defensive solidity that John Hutchinson's Locomotive was searching for. Then they preview the match against Orange County SC on this Saturda...

The SL Crew is back and wrap up a 9 point week with El Paso Locomotive grabbing 3 wins from 3 USL Championship matches. They discuss the reemergence of Lucho Solignac, the involvement of Christiano Francois, the continued contribution of Josue Aaron Gomez and Diego Luna and look at the improvement of Evan Newton. Then it is onto the match against Pittsburgh Riverhounds who are off to a great start...

The Crew gets together for the 100th time and it is on a good note as El Paso Locomotive claimed a 3-1 win at Loudoun United. There is some reflection back on the things that have happened over the last 100 episodes. Then they go into the win over Loudoun United who made it difficult for about an hour before subs changed the situation and Lucho Solignac and Diego Luna grabbed the goals to seal the...

The SL Crew is back and it was a matter of two points dropped for El Paso Locomotive against Oakland Roots in the USL Championship. A set piece concession was canceled out by a Lucho Solignac goal. Then the moment that the game hinged on was a penalty earned by Josue Aaron Gomez, but subsequently missed off the post. Late chances from Lucho and Sebastian Velasquez weren't enough to get it over the...