The North End Podcast

The boys convene to preview the upcoming road match against Colorado Rapids. They break down what's happened with the opponent since the two teams last met in March and discuss how Austin FC might line up without Myrto Uzuni. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:05 - Austin FC news 6:20 - Colorado Rapids preview 39:35 - Last Bus...

The boys convene to recap the road loss against San Diego FC. They discuss the lack of any semblance of offense and take a good bit of time to examine where the team is at the halfway point of the season. Then they talk through a potential U22 rumor before closing out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 3:30 - Lineup reactions 39:30 - Postgame takeaways 48:10 - Midseason assessments 1...

The boys get together to discuss the midweek home draw against Real Salt Lake. They talk through the continued theme of missed chances and question the substitution pattern seen on Wednesday. Then they preview Saturday's road match against San Diego FC (with some help from the Pirates) before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and some nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 5:25 - News round up 12:30...

The boys get together to recap the 1-1 road draw against Minnesota United. They celebrate Žan Kolmanič's first goal for the club and discuss the current form of the team before previewing the midweek home match against Real Salt Lake. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World and some nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:15 - Lineup reactions 11:20 - Minnesota United rec...

The boys get together to celebrate the midweek US Open Cup domination of Houston Dynamo. They discuss the continued rise of Osman Bukari's play and talk through the draw that happened Thursday morning to determine the remaining tournament bracket. Then they sift through the latest player rumor before previewing Saturday's road match against Minnesota United before closing out the episode with Last...

The boys recap the 0-0 draw against first place Vancouver Whitecaps. They marvel at how good Osman Bukari looked in his natural position and bemoan the continued lack of goal scoring. Then they preview Wednesday's Round of 16 US Open Cup match against hated rival Houston Dynamo and close out the episode checking in on the Best Keeper in the World. 0:30 - Intro 3:30 - Lineup reactions 7:15 - Vancou...

The boys get together to recap the 1-1 draw against Atlanta United. They discuss the continued lack of goal scoring, some confusing tactical decisions and complain about the officiating crew. Then they talk through a pair of Austin FC rumors and preview the upcoming home match against first place Vancouver Whitecaps before closing out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper in the World an...

The boys convene to recap Austin FC's road loss against FC Cincinnati. They discuss the tactical tweaks implemented by the coaching staff and are left scratching their heads about some of the personnel decisions. Then they preview the midweek home match against Atlanta United before closing out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 3:15 - Lineup reactions 9:20 - FC Cincinnati recap 42:2...

The boys get together to unclench after near disaster in Wednesday's US Open Cup match against El Paso Locomotive. They discuss the performance that elicited a storm of boos at the halftime whistle and the quick trio of goals that kept Austin alive in the tournament before previewing the upcoming road match against FC Cincinnati. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper...

The boys get together to complain about Austin FC's 3-0 home loss against Minnesota United. They discuss the continued lack of finishing and Brad Stuver's first half mistakes that flipped the game on its head. Then they close out the episode by previewing Wednesday's return to the US Open Cup against El Paso Locomotive. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - Lineup reactions 10:20 - Minnesota United recap 40:05 - Po...

The boys get together to preview this weekend's return to Q2 Stadium against Minnesota United. They discuss the similarities between the two sides at present and try to gauge how much we'll see of Austin's new acquisition, Robert Taylor. They also dismiss a transfer rumor before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:35 - Dismissing a transfer rumor 6:25 -...

The boys convene to recap the 2-0 Copa Tejas loss to Houston Dynamo and touch on a few pieces of Austin FC news. They talk through the continued lack of goal scoring and ask if the "honeymoon" is over. Then they close out the episode with a look ahead to the "May marathon" looming over the next month. 0:30 - Intro 2:50 - Robert Taylor trade wrap-up 9:05 - CJ Fodrey extension 11...

The boys get together to discuss Austin FC's deadline day acquisition of winger Robert Taylor with an "Emergency Green Smoke Livestream" on their YouTube channel. Sign up today for Underdog Fantasy using this link and when you use promo code "NORTHEND" at sign up you'll get up to $1000 in bonus cash plus a free pick! Visit our website for match preview articles, weekly MLS pick...

The boys get together to preview the first Copa Tejas matchup of the 2025 season against Houston Dynamo. They discuss the big changes in H-Town that have occurred since we last saw this team and speculate on potential lineup changes for Austin. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 1:45 - Los Verdes watch party 3:45 - Austin FC new...

The boys get together to recap Austin FC's home victory over the defending MLS Cup Champion LA Galaxy. They discuss the lineup and tactical changes implemented and dump on the opponent's post match antics. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, an academy update and Best Keeper in the World. 0:30 - Intro 3:55 - US Open Cup matchup set 6:30 - Lineup reactions 14:15 - LA Galaxy reca...

The boys get together to preview this Saturday's early kickoff at Q2 Stadium against the defending MLS Cup champion LA Galaxy. They talk through the Galaxy's winless first two months and why Austin fans shouldn't take this team lightly, before diving into potential changes to the starting XI and discussing what they expect to see out of the defense after last week's thrashing. Then they close out...

The guys get together to drop a lot of F-bombs. They recap the 5-1 drubbing at the hands of first place Vancouver Whitecaps and try to separate their emotional grievances from the legitimate concerns coming off the loss. Then they rank the five worst losses in club history before closing out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 4:30 - Riley Thomas signed by first...

The boys get together to preview the upcoming road match against Vancouver Whitecaps. They discuss the impressive depth on display this season for the first place team in the Western Conference and deep dive their roster build. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper In The World, an academy update and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 2:20 - Los Verdes watch party 4:15 - Vanc...

The guys get together to recap Saturday night's scoreless draw against Portland Timbers. They discuss the team's continued stellar defensive play and frustrations with the lack of offensive output before closing out the episode with a quick Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 5:20 - Lineup reactions 7:55 - Portland recap 43:05 - Postgame takeaways 51:10 - Next LV watch party 52:50 - Last Business Day...

The boys convene to preview this Saturday's return to Q2 Stadium against Portland Timbers. They discuss how the opponent will look entirely different from what we saw when these two teams met just over a month ago and ponder what changes we might see from Nico Estévez. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day, Best Keeper In The World and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 5:35 - Portland pr...

The boys get together to recap the road victory over St. Louis City SC. They discuss the lineup changes implemented by Nico Estévez along with Myrto Uzuni's first goal for the club and his entertaining postgame comments. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and an academy update. 0:30 - Intro 3:35 - Thomas called up again 5:55 - Lineup reactions 12:05 - St. Louis City SC recap 42...

The boys get together to preview the upcoming road match against St. Louis City SC. They discuss the changes in tactics implemented in the early parts of the season for STL under a new head coach and talk about how they think Austin FC will approach their new-look opponent. Then they close out the episode with Last Business Day and the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 2:40 - Los Verdes watch party 5:30 - Mo...

The boys get together to say farewell to Leo Väisänen before recapping Sunday's victory over San Diego FC. They discuss the continued ascent of Owen Wolff, the team scoring multiple goals for the first time on the season and the recent perceived struggles of Osman Bukari. Then they close out the episode with Best Keeper In The World. 0:30 - Intro 3:20 - Väisänen officially transferred 18:15 - Inte...

The boys get together to discuss the Austin FC news of the week and preview this Sunday's match against expansion side San Diego FC. They deep dive how the newest MLS club has begun their tenure in the league and fret over the potential shorthanded Austin FC back line before closing out the episode with the nonsense. 0:30 - Intro 3:15 - Gallagher honored 5:50 - MLS All-Star Game info released 9:20...

Zac and Ian convene to discuss a surprise transfer rumor before recapping the Saturday afternoon road win over LAFC. They celebrate the unexpected three points, talk through the early season success on the defensive side of the ball and fret over the concerning play of Dani Pereira before closing out the episode with Last Business Day. 0:30 - Intro 3:05 - International call-ups 4:40 - Väisänen rum...