The Flyin Lion: FC Cincinnati Podcast

The USMNT are through to the World Cup Round of 16 after a 2-0 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, and the biggest news is that Folarin Balogun has been cleared to play against Belgium after FIFA suspended his automatic ban. We react to Balogun's return, break down the Bosnia victory, recap an incredible Round of 32, and preview the USA's biggest match in years against Belgium. Plus, FC Cincinnati...

The USMNT's World Cup path is set. We react to the 3-2 loss to Türkiye, discuss Sebastian Berhalter's breakout performance, Auston Trusty's historic goal, and preview the Round of 32 showdown with Bosnia & Herzegovina. Plus, we predict every knockout-round matchup, debate the biggest stories from the group stage, break down Uruguay's shocking collapse under Marcelo Bielsa, and discuss the late...

The USMNT is headed to the Round of 32 after a 2-0 win over Australia, clinching Group D at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and making history with back-to-back group stage wins for the first time since 1930. On Episode #154 of The Flyin Lion Podcast, we break down the Australia victory, World Cup group stage storylines, FC Cincinnati news, Round of 32 opponent scenarios, and preview the USA's final group...

The USMNT delivered a statement 4-1 win over Paraguay, and we're breaking down Balogun's brace, Reyna's stunning late trivela, the Pulisic injury concern, and the debate over whether this was the best World Cup half in USMNT history. We also recap our packed live show at Molly Malone's and want to thank everyone who came out and made it an unforgettable World Cup atmosphere. Plus, we cover the big...

FC Cincinnati legend Justin Hoyte joins the Flyin Lion Podcast to discuss his journey from Arsenal to FC Cincinnati, representing Trinidad & Tobago, and his transition into coaching and player development. We also react to the USMNT's 2-1 loss to Germany and give our full 2026 FIFA World Cup preview, including predictions, dark horses, and the United States' road to the final.

  The USMNT kicked off its 2026 World Cup preparations with a 3-2 win over Senegal behind goals from Sergiño Dest, Christian Pulisic, and Folarin Balogun. We break down the biggest takeaways from the match, Miles Robinson's difficult outing, and what it means for the U.S. heading into the World Cup. Plus, a busy international window for FC Cincinnati as Pavel Bucha is left off Czechia's World Cup...

The USMNT’s official 26-man roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is here, and there is a lot to unpack. Mauricio Pochettino’s squad blends experienced veterans from the 2022 World Cup with a new generation of talent, and in this episode we break down the biggest surprises, roster omissions, projected starting XIs, and what realistic expectations should be for the United States heading into a home Wo...

FC Cincinnati head into the World Cup break after a massive 6-2 win over Orlando City at TQL Stadium, powered by a historic night from Evander with 2 goals and 3 assists as he set a new FCC record with five goal contributions in a single match. Kenji Mboma Dem added his first MLS brace, Denkey stayed red hot, and FCC extended their streak to seven straight matches with multiple goals scored as the...

FCC’s West Coast trip ended with 6 goals scored, 8 conceded, and more proof that this FCC attack can hurt anyone in MLS. Evander hit 50 career goal contributions for the club, Denkey continued his incredible form, and Tom Barlow delivered the latest equalizer in FCC regular season history in the wild 3-3 draw at San Diego. Now with Orlando City coming to TQL before the World Cup break, FCC has one...

FC Cincinnati extended their unbeaten streak to six matches with a frustrating 2-2 draw in Charlotte after dominating the first half before collapsing right after halftime. We break down another massive performance from Evander, Denkey continuing his scoring run, FCC’s growing 45-60 minute defensive issues, and why getting Miles Robinson and Obi back could be huge moving forward. Plus: Pat Noonan’...

FC Cincinnati somehow stole a chaotic 3-2 win over Chicago Fire, powered by Evander’s first career hat trick—including a 90+7’ winner—and a career night from Roman Celentano, who made 8 saves and stopped a penalty. Despite going down to 10 men and facing 32 shots, FCC found a way to grind it out and secure all three points. Now unbeaten in five and up to 6th in the East, the results are improving—...

FC Cincinnati are back in the win column with a 2-0 result over the Red Bulls, but more importantly, this felt like real progress from a short-handed group that finally put together a complete performance. Kevin Denkey stayed red hot with another brace while Evander and Bucha controlled the game, and a makeshift backline stepped up to secure a much-needed clean sheet. Now unbeaten in four, the que...

FC Cincinnati fought back for a chaotic 3-3 draw against Chicago Fire, with Evander once again stepping up in a huge moment to fuel the comeback. But while the late fight is real, the bigger issue remains — how long can they keep digging holes before it finally costs them?

FC Cincinnati finally grabbed their first road point of 2026 in a chaotic 1-1 draw with Toronto FC, battling back down a man as Kenji Mboma Dem scored a dramatic stoppage-time equalizer. But the bigger concern remains discipline, with Kévin Denkey sent off in a fourth straight match featuring a red card for FCC. Now, with Neymar rumors swirling and a tough matchup looming against the Chicago Fire,...

FC Cincinnati’s attack showed real promise, but another four goals conceded in a loss to the New York Red Bulls highlights growing defensive issues that continue to cost them. We break down the tactics, key moments, and bigger questions around whether it’s a system or personnel problem, plus club updates and a look ahead to Toronto FC.

FC Cincinnati defender Alvas Powell joins the show to talk about his journey from Jamaica to becoming one of the fastest players in MLS—and yeah, we had to ask if he’s actually the fastest in Cincy and what would happen if he raced Speed. He breaks down his career, the transition to MLS, and how his role has evolved into the dynamic outside back fans see today. Having been part of multiple eras, P...

It’s been a rollercoaster week for FC Cincinnati—going from a historic 3-0 advantage over Tigres UANL to a complete collapse in Mexico, then responding with a chaotic 4-3 comeback win over CF Montreal despite going down a man after Miles Robinson’s red card. The fight and resilience were there, but the same defensive issues and costly mistakes remain, leaving the bigger question: is one emotional...

It was a week that showed both the ceiling and floor of FC Cincinnati. Just days after a historic 3–0 win over Tigres UANL in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, led by a two-goal, one-assist performance from Kévin Denkey at TQL Stadium, Cincinnati followed it with a disastrous 6–1 loss to the New England Revolution in MLS play. On this episode of the Flyin Lion Podcast we break down both matches, includi...

FC Cincinnati’s attack stalled in a frustrating 1–0 loss to Toronto FC at TQL Stadium on MLS Matchday 3, and on this episode of the Flyin Lion Podcast we break down what went wrong—from the starting XI choices to the lack of movement and chance creation in the final third. We react to Pat Noonan’s blunt postmatch comments, dig into the match stats, and discuss what changes could spark the attack....

FC Cincinnati fans hear him every matchday breaking down the tactics on ESPN 1530 — now broadcast analyst Kevin McCloskey joins the Flyin Lion Podcast. Kevin talks about his journey through the game as a player, coach, and executive before stepping into the booth with Tommy Gelehrter, shares stories from the early USL days of FC Cincinnati, and explains what preparation looks like before every bro...

FC Cincinnati’s week showcased both extremes of a long season, opening with a historic 9–0 demolition of O&M FC to secure a 13–0 aggregate victory — setting a club scoring record and the largest goal differential ever by an MLS team — before falling in their first road test of 2026 at Minnesota United, where cold conditions and missed final-third execution proved decisive. After dominant attac...

FC Cincinnati open the 2026 season with two convincing wins, starting with a dominant 4–0 road victory over O&M FC in the CONCACAF Champions Cup, their third straight year in the competition, behind goals from Tom Barlow, Kévin Denkey, and a brace from Ayoub Jabbari. FCC then returned home to a sold-out TQL Stadium to defeat Atlanta United on MLS Matchday 1, extending their unbeaten run in hom...

The road to silverware officially begins for FC Cincinnati as we kick off the 2026 season with a full preseason recap, kit review, and season predictions. We break down matches against Brooklyn FC and Orlando City SC, highlighting encouraging attacking moments, lingering defensive questions, and key lineup experiments. We also give our in-person thoughts on the new Seven Hills Kit, discuss mixed f...

Favian Renkel joins us to lead the big-picture MLS season preview while we also break down FC Cincinnati’s first preseason win, a 1–0 result over Detroit City that raised as many questions as answers. Denkey stayed reliable from the spot, Bryan Ramirez made an encouraging first impression after joining the squad, and FCC showed some intriguing tactical looks that could point to a dual-playmaker se...

FC Cincinnati played to a 1–1 draw with Houston Dynamo in preseason match No. 2, leaving mixed feelings about progress versus preseason illusion. A rotated lineup struggled early under pressure, but Denkey stayed in form — first with a bicycle kick called offside, then scoring by capitalizing on a defensive mistake. The second-half group created chances, including a strong look from Bucha, yet FCC...