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Charlotte FC suffers their first loss at Bank of America Stadium in 2025 and the fingers are out and pointing! Superstar DP Wilfried Zaha is firing back at his critics on SnapChat, Dean Smith is calling referees "incompetent," Danny Brams just can't get over the 18 shots that failed to find the back of the net, and John Hayes just wants to know why Patrick Agyemang was subbed out so early! John &a...

MLS Legend Dax McCarty has been a vocal advocate for Charlotte FC in his rookie year as a broadcaster on Apple MLS Season Pass. The outspoken analyst joins Danny Brams to discuss making the transition from player to broadcaster, explain why he chose 2 Charlotte FC players for his Early Season Best XI (but not 3!), and sing the praises of Pep Biel, Adilson Malanda, Dean Smith & Brandt Bronico,...

Pep Biel does it again! John Hayes and Danny Brams react to Charlotte FC's 3-0 win over San Diego where Nick Scardina made his MLS debut. We hear from Patrick Agyemang, Dean Smith & more. Do people realize how good Wilfried Zaha is playing? We debate. #charlottefc #mlssoccer #mlsseasonpass #forthecrown #wilfriedzaha #pepbiel #patrickagyemang #andrewprivett #deansmith #soccer #football

One of our faves, Ross Smith returns to the show ahead of his assignment in the booth calling San Diego FC at Charlotte FC this weekend. Ross freely admits that SDFC are his "2nd team" to keep an eye on each Saturday as their attractive soccer has made him an instant fan of the expansion squad. He breaks down the opponents Dean Smith will need to nullify if the Crown is going to keep its recent ho...

John and Danny discuss the importance of Pep Biel's first half goal in Montreal. Dean Smith set up the team in a 4-2-3-1 and it got The Crown a clean sheet and its first road win of the season. Adilson Malanda was named man of the match but the guys agree it should have went to Kristijan Kahlina. Charlotte FC now sits 3rd on the MLS table. Is the early season success a sign that this team will com...

In a historic first for the show, we've got a guest talking Charlotte FC from the back of an Uber! Renowned commentator Callum Williams will call the Crown's match in Montreal Saturday, he joins Danny Brams for some thoughts on how to replace the injured Wilfried Zaha, why Patrick's Agyemang's impact goes well beyond goal scoring, and how Charlotte's Pepas pregame ritual compares to the Wonderwall...

80 minutes of torture followed by 10 minutes of bliss...we wouldn't have it any other way! Charlotte FC left it late vs Nashville but turned the scoreline around and won their 7th straight match at home with a 2-1 result. John & Danny are here to sing the praises of Idan Toklomati, Pep Biel & Wilfried Zaha (among others!). We'll also ponder if Dean Smith got things wrong with his lineup se...

The Crown was riding high into Colorado and looking to dominate on the road and establish themselves as a true MLS contender, but instead the sputtered, wasted some good chances, and then conceded a crackerjack counterattack and a questionable penalty, and that was that. John & Danny break down just how big of a setback this was for Charlotte FC's fortunes in the big picture of the season, dig...

Charlotte FC is off to strongest start in club history after putting San Jose to the sword in a 4-1 home thrashing. John & Danny break down the goals and add perspective from the Gaffer, the Captain, and the local legend who says after this win "Hell Yeah we can challenge for a league title!" The Doumbia Debut, The Toklomati Takeover, Pep in the Pocket, Westwood's Nosebleed, Dad Strength Meeti...

Danny Brams & Kevin Egan discuss the fun of hosting shows that have become appointment television for MLS fans (and why everyone hates the New York Red Bulls). Kevin fills us in on some key changes to the Apple MLS Season Pass presentation of the league, why Charlotte FC has a great chance to build on early-season success, and where Dean Smith ranks among the best coaches in the league. We eve...

Liel Abada and Patrick Agyemang open their 2025 accounts against rival Cincinnati. John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss the performance and celebrate another Kristijan Kahlina clean sheet. Plus, FC matches are now available locally on TV 64 & artificial turf at The Fortress is still a sight for sore eyes. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Lk9zuSliWvU

After a hugely disappointing loss at Miami with Lionel Messi on the bench, John & Danny ponder the question: Is it actually tougher to beat 10-men?? We break down the red card, the goal, the missed chances, and the postgame commentary. We'll also dig into some of the big money stories surrounding why Messi isn't playing, and why some MLS GMs are starting to regret the Apple TV deal...plus: is...

Charlotte FC defeats rival Atlanta United 2-0 in the home opener! John Hayes & Danny Brams discuss matchday, watch highlights and hear from Wilfried Zaha, Dean Smith & Pep Biel post match. Up Next: Inter Miami and Lionel Messi. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xC6-1-qotqs

It's officially matchweek #1 and Charlotte FC is headed to Cascadia to start the season at Seattle Sounders. We preview the matchup, hear from Ashley Westwood about Wilfired Zaha & time-travel back to Patrick Agyemang's first MLS goal vs. Seattle. Plus, predictions! It's For the Crown, baby!

It's a milestone episode on the eve of Matchweek 1! John & Danny answer TFOS (Tremendous Friends of the Show) questions. Thanks to everyone who takes the time to listen and contribute to the conversation. For the Crown, baby!

Zaha is signed, sealed, delivered #forthecrown , Patrick Agyemang is scoring at will for the #usmnt , and Charlotte FC is back in the #usopencup We break down all that, plus check in with USA Legend Landon Donovan, and give a final goodbye to Karol Swiderski. It's For the Crown, Baby

With a young CLTFC striker potentially leading the line for the USMNT, a superstar signing on the verge of completion, and more quality depth than the squad has ever seen, The Crown is set to start season 4 ready to truly, finally contend for MLS Cup. John & Danny are set. for the 2025 Charlotte FC & MLS season! Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXEofHJmZK8

Tepper Sports & Entertainment has restructured the Charlotte FC front office, and President Joe LaBue is out. Is a slump in ticket sales to blame? Who is now the club's fan-facing spokesman? Patrick Agyemang is still without a new contract. Will Dean play Pat and Karol Swiderski together in 2025?

The Crown was one minute away from advancing past Orlando and on to the 2nd Round of the MLS Playoffs...then it all came crashing down.

It has come down to game three in Orlando. A win sets up Charlotte FC with a matchup vs. Inter Miami or Atlanta United. How will Dean Smith get the job done? John Hayes and Danny Brams are live!

John and Danny discuss Friday night's must-win match at The Fortress. Plus, reaction to Sunday's loss in Orlando.

John Hayes and Danny Brams are LIVE on YouTube to chat about Charlotte FC's TOP 5 finish and preview the playoff series vs. Orlando. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/live/Q--R7aVy70M?si=y6Qm7L08tePA0-9x @ForTheCrownBaby @CharlotteSoccerCity @JohnHayesOnAir @DannyBrams

John Hayes and Daniel Bramlette discuss Charlotte FC's winning week and playoff qualification. Plus, Patrick Agyemang's future and Swiderski's resurgence. Dean Smith is flexing with his new tactics and signings. The Crown is back to winning ways to finish off the season.

After DannyBrams needled Dean Smith about Charlotte FC's "boring" play during a 3-match losing streak, The Crown responded in a big way with a 4-0 thrashing of the New England Revoluition that has bouyed playoff position and restored some hope for a potential postseason run in the QC. We l talk that match plus the Brandt Bronico Beds For Kids Fundraiser that turned out to be a hell of a party, and...

It's been a drought of episodes for this show and a drought of points for Charlotte FC...we may not be able to fix the latter but the former has at least been cured for now as Hayes & Brams get back on the mics to talk about where The Crown stands with just 5 matches left in the season and the club free-falling down the league table. We react to Dean Smith's pre-New England press conference an...