Soccer City

With so much enthusiasm coming off the big win in Atlanta and a healthy respect for the thousands who took over MBS and pushed the Crown to victory, we've cranked out a bonus episode! DannyBrams sits down with Jorge Torres, a photographer for the Blue Furia and who captured some great images from field-level of Justin Meram celebrating his goals. We talk to Jorge about the bus rides down-and-back...

With revenge on the mind and beer on the breath, thousands of rabid Charlotte FC fans infiltrated Atlanta and took over Mercedes Benz Stadium. They were raucous, rowdy, and revved up, and they made all the difference in the world! They never stopped chanting and singing, even taking over the audio on the Apple TV stream. All that effort helped push The Crown to a famous 3-1 derby win as Justin Mer...

With J-Hayes still out of the country, Danny Brams once again dons the hosting hat and welcomes a few guests to the show to keep the banter flowing. First up it's Ashley Mahoney from Axios, a reporter with nearly 10 years experience covering Soccer, Business, and Soccer Business in the QC. She offers some insightful thoughts on covering the team and hoping for great stories while remaining neutral...

With Hayes out of action on a late-spring island getaway, DannyBrams is forced into the role of host! A special surprise Guest Co-Host should make the move easier, but in truth it shouldn't be hard to talk about a famous 3-2 win at the Fortress that has Charlotte FC's roller-coaster season back on the upswing...can we keep the momentum for a midweek Cup match as the fixtures pile up hard and heavy...

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at Community Matters Cafe for a coffee cast! The guys address the Andre Shinyashiki story and answer TFOS questions.

Yet another Away Day Disaster has left the Crown reeling near the bottom of the table, but it's tough to steer full-on into the frustration after a fun trip to DC for your humble hosts gave time for reflection and a wider perspective. Hayes & Brams joined a few faithful #TFOS in the nation's capital and had yet another memorable "For the Crown Experience," but can't help but feel a little empt...

Charlotte FC waived Adam Armour and traded Andre Shinyashiki this week. Is Nuno Santos next? John Hayes & Danny Brams discuss this week's roster shakeup. The US Open Cup win was a costly one. What happened to The Crown's depth? The guys are headed to DC this weekend for the first away day of the season! Projected XI & predictions.

John Hayes and Danny Brams react live on YouTube to Charlotte FC's 1-0 win vs. Columbus Crew. Subscribe to our channel and watch the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MvzDf1r9HiQ

John Hayes and Danny Brams catch up with Independence captain Clay Dimick. The Independence are top of the league and Dimick is 'one of our own'. He talks about what it means to captain the squad, scoring goals from the fullback position and how he and Charlotte FC midfielder Brandt Bronico hit it off as best friends. Plus, a full preview of Charlotte FC's Saturday matchday in Queen City. Can The...

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss Charlotte FC's 2-2 draw vs. Colorado. The guys tell the story of the day and put into perspective what it means to give up a late equalizer. From a supporters perspective the matchday went perfectly until the final few minutes. Did Christian Lattanzio get it right? George Marks' later howler puts everything into question.

John Hayes and Danny Brams are on the patio at Elizabeth Parlour Room talking all things Charlotte FC. Is Christian Lattanzio coaching for his job on Saturday night vs. Colorado? Thursday's press conference didn't do him any favors. Is the manager willing to change his game model or are we struck with stubbornness? The guys discuss ways to fix The Crown's defense and provide more support for CBs B...

John Hayes and Danny Brams recap Saturday night's loss vs. Real Salt Lake. Does Christian Lattanzio need to change tactics? Why was Enzo Copetti nowhere to be found? Karol Swiderski is back on the scoresheet with a left-footed 19 yard strike. Plus, live comments! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbJF-jqp0w8&t=2381s Follow the show: @ForTheCrownBaby Follow John: @JohnHayesOnAir...

John Hayes and Danny Brams are at OMB for a stein-cast! Matt Geslin joins the crew. What happens to a rivalry deferred? That's the question we're left asking in this Soccer City after Charlotte FC and the Charlotte Independence were not drawn against each other in the US Open Cup. We would've loved to see it happen but we can still meet in the 4th round if we both advance, so the dream lives on. S...

John and Danny recap Saturday night's match vs. Toronto. It's a run of 3 games unbeaten for Charlotte FC!Kamil Jozwiak is the Man of the MatchCharlotte Indepedence at top of the league. We're still runnin', against the wind. Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl6nL5rmUIE&t=388s Follow the show @ForTheCrownBabyFollow John @JohnHayesOnAir Follow Danny @DannyBrams It's For The Crow...

Road Trip! Charlotte FC faces the first of back-to-back away days this weekend with a trip across the border to take on Toronto FC. And This Just In: Brandt Bronico won't be on the pitch because he's been suspended by MLS for a foul last match. Hayes and Brams are here to talk about why taking a step back for one game could be a good thing for BB13, as well as break down the goalkeeper situation f...

John Hayes and Danny Brams discuss Saturday night's Charlotte FC draw vs. New York Red Bulls. TOPICS: Match reaction Enzo’s antics Vinny Mello’s debut Tactical breakdown Plus, live listener comments! Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tmmH1_iYdxo

John Hayes and Danny Brams set the scene for Saturday night's CLTFC match vs. NYRB. The guys answer TFOS questions and debate where Enzo Copetti is the best pure striker in MLS. Plus, US Open Cup fever! The Charlotte Independence will play Appalachian FC in the next round of the US Open Cup. Charlotte is a Soccer City!

Charlotte FC is back in the win column and Hayes and Brams are back in the high life again celebrating the success and sipping on some Sunday Night Vino. In a game with candidates galore we'll tell you our Man of the Match and why it can only be One of Our Own, and we're also not afraid to nitpick a few things about the win to make sure the squad isn't just "painting over the cracks" as we move fo...

It's been a slow start for Charlotte's MLS side but hope still springs eternal in this Soccer City, especially with our USL1 Charlotte Independence about to kick off their season. We've got a special episode ahead of Saturday's Season Opener at Memorial, as we welcome the gaffer Mike Jeffries to the show, as well as Goalkeeper Austin Pack. Both have deep Carolina roots and strong history with the...

As Charlotte FC limped along in the 2nd Half of an eventual 3-0 loss to Atlanta United at The Fortress, the video board at BOA went on the fritz, showing static instead of the game, and a fan standing next to Danny Brams in Section 120 morosely proclaimed "We're broken." It was arguably the poorest performance Charlotte FC had ever put in front of their home fans, and it's got everyone looking for...

Winless in two games this season and with an early morning Derby match on the docket, things have certainly been better for Charlotte FC. Questions are swirling in #TFOS land and Hayes & Brams are here with some answers...and quite possibly a few good ideas for digging ourselves out of this hole. We spotlight which players haven't carried their own weight so far this season, and who's been try...

30 minutes of pleasure followed by 60 minutes of excruciating pain. Things didn't go as scripted for Charlotte FC in their visit to MLS new boys St Louis CSC. Hayes & Brams try to extract a few "things to grow on" after the loss of composure sent the club to an 0-2 mark, while spinning it forward to look at what comes next with Atlanta rolling up 85 for a showdown at the Fortress. There's a lo...

Charlotte is a soccer city! John Hayes and Danny Brams preview and predict Saturday night's clash with expansion side St. Louis. How many changes will Christian Lattanzio make in the starting XI? Plus, Mike Umberger joins the show for a Charlotte Independence season preview. It's For the Crown (and Jacks), baby!

Charlotte FC falls 1-0 for the second straight home opener in front of 65k+ fans. Did Christian Lattanzio get it wrong? Should Kamil Jozwiak switch positions? John Hayes and Danny Brams breakdown the highly anticipated match that ultimately ended in disappointment. Plus, TFOS takes & questions. It's For the Crown, baby.

It's finally here. John Hayes and Danny Brams preview Charlotte FC's home opener vs. New England. The guys give their keys to the match, scouting report and answer TFOS questions. Plus, where will The Crown finish on the table at the end of the season?